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.
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.
2025 Murray Friedman Memorial Lecture
Tuesday, May 20 | 12 - 2 p.m.
Pyramid Club
The international human rights protection architecture, which the American Jewish Committee (AJC) played a major role in creating and has worked to sustain and make more effective for more than 75 years, has entered a period of existential challenge. This lecture will explore how each of us can help preserve this great achievement for humankind and take forward our commitment to support those seeking freedom and liberty in a changed world. Prior registration is required to attend. To register, click here.
An Evening of Remembrance, Resilience and Rebuilding
Tuesday, May 20 | 7 - 10 p.m.
Har Zion Temple
The Alpha Omega US Dental Foundation and AO Philadelphia Chapter, in partnership with Jewish National Fund, invite you to hear firsthand from Kibbutz Be’eri members about the tragedy of Oct. 7, their strength in survival, and their plans to rebuild. Learn how their medical, dental, and maternity clinic became a final line of defense. This powerful evening is a tribute and a call to action. To register, click here.
Yonina Live in Concert
Monday, May 26 | 6 - 7:30 p.m.
Gratz College
Join for a magical evening with Yonina, Israel’s beloved musical duo, live in concert in honor of Yom Yerushalayim! Known for their soulful harmonies and heartfelt performances, Yonina brings a blend of Israeli, Jewish and original music that uplifts and inspires. This special concert marks Yoni’s return after over 270 days of IDF reserve duty, and the beginning of their long-awaited U.S. tour. Don’t miss this unforgettable celebration of music and unity. To register, click here.
QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) Suicide Prevention Training
Tuesday, May 27 | 9 - 11:30 a.m.
The Brodsky Enrichment Center
In partnership with NAMI Montgomery County, JFCS is offering a QPR suicide prevention training. QPR (question, persuade, refer) is an evidence-based training that teaches simple yet powerful tools to recognize warning signs of suicide, offer hope, and connect someone to support. Just like CPR, QPR can help save lives. To register, click here.
The Mischlinge Exposé
Sunday, June 1 | 3:30 - 4 p.m.
The Mischlinge Exposé explores a little-known aspect of the Holocaust: the Mischlinge- a derogatory Nazi term for those neither fully Jewish nor fully Aryan. Interweaving testimony from Carolyn’s family who were labeled Mischlinge with the music of composers who converted to Christianity in the decades before the war, the program illustrates what it was like to be stuck between worlds in Germany in the first half of the 20th century. Carolyn's documentary will be accompanied by her live piano playing, creating an immersive multimedia experience. To learn more and register, email Sophie Don at sdon@philaholocaustmemorial.org.
October 8 - Film Screening
Wednesday, June 4 | 7 - 9 p.m.
Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History
OCTOBER 8 offers a look at the explosion of antisemitism on college campuses, social media and in the streets of America beginning the day after the October 7th attack on Israel by Hamas. Through meticulous investigation, the film also uncovers how over decades, Hamas created sophisticated networks in America to permeate U.S. institutions and examines the tsunami of online antisemitism, propaganda, and disinformation unleashed by Iran, China and Russia – with the sole purpose of dividing American society. To learn more and register, click here.
Special Evening with Rabbi Emeritus Lance J. Sussman and Dan Tadmor
Tuesday, June 10 | 7 - 9 p.m.
Reform Congregation Keneseth Israel
Join Reform Congregation Keneseth Israel for a special evening with Rabbi Emeritus Lance J. Sussman and Dan Tadmor. Rabbi Sussman is celebrating his third book “The Sussman Trilogy--Portrait of a Rabbi-Historian: How Did We Get Here?” To register, click here.
JRA Food Distribution
Sunday, 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.
Shalom Summer Concert
Sunday, June 22 | 4 - 5:30 p.m.
Kaiserman JCC
Get ready for an unforgettable celebration! Join for the third annual Shalom Summer extravaganza filled with music, community and heartfelt gratitude. Shalom Summer is a gathering for all ages. This year, the program will feature vibrant Klezmer music (often described as Yiddish or Jewish jazz), lawn games, family-friendly activities, and delicious snacks available for purchase - including beer, ice cream, and pretzels. To register, click here.
Annual Meeting and Human Relations Award honoring Rachelle and Ron Kaiserman
Wednesday, June 25 | 5:30 - 8:30 p.m.
American Jewish Committee (AJC)
Join AJC Philadelphia/SNJ Region’s annual meeting featuring the installation of new board members and presentation of Human Relations Award to Rachelle and Ron Kaiserman. To register, email Andrew Demchick at demchicka@ajc.org.
HFL 41st Anniversary and Board Installation
Wednesday, Sept. 17 | 7 - 9 p.m.
Hebrew Free Loan Society of Greater Philadelphia
In celebration of Hebrew Free Loan Society of Greater Philadelphia’s 41st anniversary, join to honor the incredible 7 years of service by outgoing president, Amy Krulik. Additionally, join to officially install the new executive board with the fourth ever president, Harold Marcus. To register, email Anna Marx at anna@hflphilly.org.
Americans for Ben-Gurion University Tribute Brunch
Sunday, Nov. 16 | 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Americans for Ben-Gurion University
Join Americans for Ben-Gurion University to celebrate and honor the work of Ben-Gurion University of the Negev (BGU). BGU is the beating heart of the Negev — where education, research and community are leading the Way Forward. 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.
Holocaust Survivor Concert
Tuesday, March 10 | 7 - 8:30 p.m.
Keneseth Israel Synagogue
Commonwealth Youth Choir will host a concert with the Holocaust Awareness Museum to sing to local Holocaust survivors and the audience. After the performance, participants can meet survivors. To register, click here.
Diller Teen Fellowship
Applications for the 2025 -2026 Diller Teen Fellowship cohort are now open. The Diller Teen Fellows is a year-long teen leadership program for 10th and 11th graders. Participants explore their Jewish identity, their connections to Israel and engage in meaningful Tikun Olam and social justice opportunities alongside Jewish teens from across Philly. To learn more and apply, click here. The deadline to apply is Sunday, June 1.
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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.
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