The upcoming months are full for the Jewish Federation's Center City Kehillah — be sure to save the date!

Golden Citizen Celebration and GSC CAMPaign Fundraiser Kickoff
Thursday, April 10 | 6 - 8 p.m.
Philadelphia Distilling

Golden Slipper Camp is proud to announce that the 2024 Golden Citizens Award will be presented to David Levy in recognition of his dedicated service and unwavering support behind the scenes over the years. David, a Past President of the camp, has played an instrumental role in its growth and success, and this award honors his exceptional commitment to the camp community. Join for heavy hors d'oeuvres, drinks, great company and an even better cause! To learn more and register, click here. 

Yellow Candle Lighting
Thursday, April 24 | 6 - 7 p.m.
Virtual

Join the Philadelphia Holocaust Remembrance Foundation for a virtual candle lighting to honor the victims of the Holocaust. The event will include a short educational presentation and a brief prayer as we light our candles together. To register, click here. 

Jewish Resilience Film and Media Series
Thursday, April 24 | 7 - 9 p.m.
Friday, April 25 | 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Saturday, April 26 | 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Sunday, April 27 | 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Monday, April 28 | 12 - 9 p.m.
Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History 

Philadelphia Jewish Film and Media's first ever Jewish Resilience Film and Media Series explores the unwavering fortitude of the Jewish people through cinema and digital media. In an age of rising antisemitism across the globe on social media, in politics, and elsewhere, this new series celebrates the strength and survival of the Jewish people throughout history, from the Golden Age to post-Oct. 7. To register, click here. 

Crossing Delancey
Friday, April 25 - Sunday, May 11 | Various times
Allens Lane Art Center

Crossing Delancey is a charming, humorous and heartfelt story exploring the bonds of family and tradition; the culture clash of New York’s old East Side and new West Side. Isabelle is a young modern, independent woman who works in a bookstore and lives alone on the new West Side. Her irascible grandmother, Bubbie, lives on the Lower East Side and worries that Isabelle doesn't have a man in her life. Bubbie hires a Yenta to help Isabelle find love. Does the old traditional way of finding love prove successful? Come and see this sweet tale of life on the Lower East Side. To register, click here.

Yom HaZikaron Memorial Ceremony
Tuesday, April 29 | 6:30 - 9 p.m.
Har Zion Temple

On Yom HaZikaron (Day of Remembrance), we have the opportunity as individuals, families, and community members to remember, recognize, and cherish the fallen Israeli Defense Force soldiers and victims of terrorism. We invite the community to share images and names of fallen family and friends on our Kir Zikaron (Memorial Wall). Let us stand together, remember and continue telling their stories. To register, click here. 

JRA Food Distribution
Sunday, April 27, May 18, June 22, July 20, Aug. 10, Sept. 14, Oct.26, Nov. 16 and Dec.14 | 9:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.
JRA Warehouse

Join this month's distribution and help pack and deliver food for low-income individuals across the Greater Philadelphia area. From 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., join JRA Juniors for ages ten and under to pack boxes and enjoy stories and crafts. Starting at 10:00 a.m., packing for ages ten and older will begin. To register, click here.

Yom HaZikaron Memorial Ceremony
Tuesday, April 29 | 6:30 - 9 p.m.
Har Zion Temple

On Yom HaZikaron (Day of Remembrance), we have the opportunity as individuals, families, and community members to remember, recognize, and cherish the fallen Israeli Defense Force soldiers and victims of terrorism. We invite the community to share images and names of fallen family and friends on our Kir Zikaron (Memorial Wall). Let us stand together, remember and continue telling their stories. To register, click here. 

Taking Care of the Skin I’m In 
Sunday, May 4 | 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Virtual 

Prepare your skin for Summer and hear all about products that you should and should not be using. Concerned about something on your skin? Learn when you should schedule a visit to a dermatologist! To learn more and register, click here. 

Walking Tour of Jewish Philadelphia
Sunday, May 4 | 2 - 4 p.m.
Congregation Beth El of Bucks County

Take a guided tour with Dr. Michael Schatz for a captivating walking tour of the historic Philadelphia Jewish Quarter. To register, click here. 

Adult Paperclips Trip
Monday, May 5 - Wednesday, May 7 

Visit the Children's Holocaust Memorial (Paperclip Museum), Whitwell, TN. Experience an emotional 3 days with the children who are ambassadors for the project and the principal and teachers who bring to life the principles of diversity and the implications of hatred and intolerance. Activities include a service in their authentic rail-car, exploration of artifacts and letters, as well as meeting residents of Whitwell and some coal miners. Anti-semitism is growing, but this town supports Jews, they live the principle of love your neighbor as yourself and are handing this down to their children. There is HOPE! Join us on this meaningful trip. (Fly as a group, all food is kosher, modern bus transport, stay at Hampton Inn (Hilton). To learn more, email Marcia Levinson at marciafaye01@gmail.com.

Tribe 12 Fellowship: Launch Night 2025
Tuesday, May 6 | 6 - 9 p.m.

The 15th annual Tribe 12 Fellowship Launch Night is here! Be the first to witness the unveiling of 12 socially-conscious businesses, nonprofits, and projects poised to make a difference in our community, city, and beyond. Participants will hear firsthand from our 2025 Tribe 12 Fellows as pitch their ventures live on stage. To learn more, click here.

A Special Evening with Rabbi Emeritus Lance J. Sussman and Dan Tadmor
Wednesday May 7 | 7 - 9:30 p.m.
Reform Congregation Keneseth Israel

Join Reform Congregation Keneseth Israel for a special evening with Rabbi Emeritus Lance J. Sussman and Dan Tadmor, who is celebrating the publication of his third book of the Sussman Trilogy. To register, click here.

Teach PA Annual Mission to Harrisburg
Monday, May 12 | 9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Teach PA's Annual Mission to Harrisburg brings Jewish day school students from across the state to Harrisburg for a day of lobbying for scholarships and security funding for our schools! To register, click here.

Susan G. Komen Philadelphia More Than Pink Walk
Sunday, May 18 | 7 a.m. - 1 p.m.
The Navy Yard

Community members will gather together to celebrate the resilience of all people affected by breast cancer while raising vital funds to help Susan G. Komen invest in research AND provide assistance to help with treatment, medication, transportation services and much more. To register, click here. 

Spring Open House
Sunday, May 18 | 12 - 3 p.m.
Camp Galil

Join the Camp Galil community for a wonderful family day of food fun and new friends. Tour the campground,  enjoy camp activities, meet the campers and counselors, and have a picnic. To register, click here.

Tribe 12's Annual Hanukkah Celebration 
Monday, Dec. 15 | 6 - 9 p.m.

Join Tribe 12 for their annual event to honor members of the community and raise funds to support their work engaging young adults in Greater Philadelphia's Jewish community. To register, email megan@tribe12.org.

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The Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia's Kehillah initiative works to foster vibrant Jewish communities. You can learn more about the Center City Kehillah by visiting jewishphilly.org/centercity or by contacting Community Engagement Specialist Noah Schoenberg at nschoenberg@jewishphilly.org.

Want to see other events happening in your community? Click here to see the community calendar.