The upcoming months are full for the Jewish Federation's Old York Road Kehillah — be sure to save the date!
11th Annual Summer Shorts Film Festival
Wednesday, August 28 | 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Chester County History Center
Get ready for the 11th Annual Summer Shorts Film Festival with the Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia’s Chester County Kehillah. Grab dinner in Downtown West Chester and then come and explore the full spectrum of Jewish life, values and culture portrayed on screen as we celebrate the richness and diversity of the Jewish experience through short film and media. To register, click here.
29th Solomon and Sylvia Bronstein Seminar for Professionals
Friday, September 6, 2024 | 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Hilton Philadelphia City Ave
Please join us for the 29th Annual Bronstein Seminar. The program will feature “Top 20 – or So – Insurance Planning Mistakes and How to Avoid Them” from Lawrence Brody, Esq. and the presentation of Edward N. Polisher Award to Mitchell E. Benson, CPA, MT, CFF. To register, click here.
Meet the Author: Robert Grabel
Tuesday, September 10 | 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Meyers Library Book Club or Zoom
When Robert Grabel's mother was diagnosed with vascular dementia, he felt lost, hopeless and stuck. Soon he discovered there were hidden gifts in caring for his mother as well as the possibility of helping others through the challenges of this terrible disease. During this program, Grabel will share his story and offer actions you can take today to enjoy and support your loved one and experience the dementia journey with a deeper level of love, care and compassion. He will discuss the perspectives he explored in his book “Gifts From Mom: 7 Tips For Finding Light In the Darkness of Dementia.” To register, click here.
Antisemitism and Your Children: Preparing for a New School Year
Wednesday, September 11 and Monday, September 16 | 8:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Virtual
Join the Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia’s Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) with other community organizations to learn how to navigate challenging, age-appropriate conversations with your child about antisemitism and work with your child's school administrators and educators to effectively address antisemitism within the school community. To register, click here.
"My Uncle Sam" at Philly Fringe!
Tuesday, September 24 - Thursday, September 26 | 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Alliance for Jewish Theatre
Coming this year to Philly Fringe, the story of Jewish-American vaudevillian Sam Barton, as told by his descendant. See “My Uncle Sam,” the remarkable tale of a man present for some of the most pivotal moments in history, eager to share his lightness and artistry with a world growing increasingly hostile to his existence. The show is forty-five minutes with a Q&A session after. To purchase tickets, click here.
Hadassah Education Day: Now More than Ever
Sunday, November 3 | 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Bala Golf Club
Hadassah Greater Philadelphia will welcome Dr. Ayal Feinberg, Director of the Center for Holocaust Studies and Human Rights at Gratz College, and Rhoda F. Smolow, immediate Past National President of Hadassah. Dr. Feinberg will discuss Antisemitism post Oct. 7 and Rhoda Smolow will provide Hadassah updates and speak about all we can and must do to advance justice and healing. A luncheon and raffle will complete the day! This event is open to all. To register, click here.
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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 Old York Road Kehillah by visiting jewishphilly.org/oyr or by contacting Community Engagement Specialist Jonathan Schmalzbach at oldyorkroad@jewishphilly.org.
