The month of February is full of Jewish Federation events — be sure to save the date!

JFRE Members Dinner
Feb. 3 | 6 - 9 p.m.
Steak 48

Join the Jewish Federation Real Estate (JFRE) group for an exclusive members-only evening of cocktails and dinner at Steak 48, an award-winning contemporary steakhouse in downtown Philadelphia. Connect, network and mingle with fellow professionals in real estate and related industries while toasting JFRE’s accomplishments over the last year. To learn more and register, click here.

Finance for Jewish Nonprofits: Building Financial Strength with Purpose
Feb. 12 | 12 - 1 p.m.
Virtual

Designed specifically for leaders and staff of Jewish nonprofit organizations, this workshop provides practical tools and knowledge to strengthen financial management and sustainability. Participants will gain a clear understanding of budgeting, financial reporting, cash flow management and compliance — through the lens of Jewish values and community priorities. Whether you're new to financial oversight or looking to refine your skills, this session will help you build confidence in managing your organization’s finances with transparency, accountability and mission alignment. To register, click here.

Bridging Black and Jewish Communities: Leadership in Complex Times - A Fireside Chat Between Pastor Carl Day and Yirmiyahu Danzig
Feb. 16 | 7 - 8:30 p.m.
Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History

Join the Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) for a fireside chat with Israeli educator and facilitator Yirmiyahu Danzig and faith leader Pastor Carl Day, moderated by JCRC Chief Jason Holtzman. The conversation will explore the history of Black–Jewish relations, the moments of strong alliance, and the challenges that have strained those ties over time. Drawing on their lived experiences and community leadership, speakers will examine empathy, identity, and the responsibilities of leadership in a complex moment, focusing on the work needed to rebuild and sustain this vital alliance. The discussion reflects the mission of the New Golden Age Coalition, co-founded by Day and Holtzman, which is dedicated to renewing Black–Jewish relationships through sustained dialogue, honesty and shared action. To learn  more and register, click here.

Life & Legacy Annual Celebration
Feb. 18 | 6 - 8 p.m.
Temple Hillel-Beth El

Join us to celebrate and honor everyone who has taken part in Greater Philadelphia’s LIFE & LEGACY initiative over the past two years. This year, we are also proud to welcome special guests Shelby Zitelman and Amy Zitelman, the co-founders of Soom Foods. To learn more and register, click here. 

Through Her Lens: Women on the Front Lines
Feb. 19 | 7 - 8:30 p.m.
Congregation Beth Or

Join Women of Vision and Women’s Philanthropy for an inspiring evening to shine a light on women’s courage and leadership. Award-winning photographer Debbie Zimelman will take us behind the scenes of her 10-year journey interviewing and photographing women IDF soldiers. Her book “Women on the Front Lines” is the only photography collection dedicated to these soldiers’ experiences, offering an intimate look at their fears, challenges and triumphs. To learn more and register, click here.

JFRE Women in Real Estate Lunch
Feb. 24 | 12 - 2 p.m.
Caletta at Anna and Bel

Join the Jewish Federation Real Estate group for an exclusive networking lunch at Caletta at Anna and Bel in Philadelphia to connect with prominent women leaders in the real estate development space.  To learn more and register, email jfre@jewishphilly.org.

Old York Road Kehillah Purim Carnival
Mar. 1 | 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. - preschool | 12 p.m. - 2 p.m. for all ages
Keneseth Israel

Get your costumes ready and join the Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia’s Old York Road Kehillah for a family-friendly Purim celebration! Come and enjoy pizza, hamantaschen, prizes, inflatables and more. Registration information coming soon.

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