The month of December is full of Jewish Federation events — be sure to save the date!
JFRE at 2300 Market by Breakthrough
Dec. 9 | 8:30-10:30 a.m.
2300 Market Street
Join the Jewish Federation Real Estate Group (JFRE) for a light breakfast and tour of 2300 Market by Breakthrough. As Philadelphia's new bioscience hotspot, 2300 Market is conveniently located on the Market Street corridor at the intersection of Center City's vibrant lifestyle offerings and University City's world-class academic institutions. To learn more and register, click here.
EITC Continuing Education Workshop
Wednesday, Dec. 10 | 12 – 1:30 p.m.
Dechert
Hosted by Dechert and the Foundation for Jewish Day Schools, in partnership with the Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia, professionals are invited to join us to learn more about EITC and why it is a great program for those who are interested in supporting Jewish education. RSVP by Sunday, Dec. 7 by clicking here.
Lansdale Menorah Lighting
Dec. 14 | 6 - 7:30 p.m.
Railroad Plaza
Light up the night with us at the Menorah Lighting! Join in for an evening of celebration, community and the beautiful glow of Chanukkah. All are invited to join in the Annual Chanukkah Menorah Lighting at Railroad Plaza. This celebration is for all ages and will include a performance by the Horns of Chanukkah, doughnuts, hot chocolate, crafts and more. This event is organized by community members, led by Alan Gold, with support from Lansdale Borough. Those interested in being involved can reach out to event organizers at lansdaleMenorahLighting@gmail.com.
Center City Chanukah Celebration
Dec. 17 | 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Rittenhouse
Join Center City Kehillah for a Chanukah celebration! All ages are invited to commemorate the fourth night of Chanukah with an evening of music, prayer ceremony, candle lighting and sufganiyot (jelly donuts). To learn more and register, email sholzer@jewishphilly.org.
Women's Philanthropy Winter Mitzvah at Jewish Relief Agency
Jan. 16 | 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Jewish Relief Agency Warehouse
Participate in a volunteer day with Jewish Relief Agency (JRA), which helps nourish more than 6,000 diverse low-income individuals across Greater Philadelphia. Opportunities include packing kosher food boxes at JRA’s Food Distribution warehouse. More details and registration information coming soon! To learn more and register, email womensphilantropy@jewishphilly.org.
MLK Day of Service
Jan. 19 | 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Various locations in Philadelphia
Chesed, acts of loving-kindness, and mitzvot, good deeds, are cornerstones of Judaism. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service is an opportunity to volunteer, learn and make a difference. Stay tuned for MLK Day opportunities in Greater Philadelphia to give back to your community! To learn more, click here.
Women of Vision Book Review
Jan. 29 | 7 - 8 p.m.
Virtual
Women of Vision, Philadelphia’s Jewish Women’s Foundation, will explore the book "Heart of a Stranger: An Unlikely Rabbi's Story of Faith, Identity, and Belonging," by Angela Buchdahl. To learn more and register, email womenofvision@jewishphilly.org.
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