The months of January and February are full of Jewish Federation events — be sure to save the date!
Chew Recreation Center's ‘Renew & Protect’
Monday, January 16 | 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Chew Recreation Center
In honor of MLK Day of Service, volunteer with the Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) and Global Citizen to refresh the Chew Recreation Center center by removing weeds and debris, paint exterior/interior walls, and protect the greens by covering soil in hopes of producing vibrant reflections of hope and inspiration to the community in Spring 2023. Prior to breaking into groups, enjoy a continental breakfast, entertainment and lunch. To register, click here.
Day of Service in Wissahickon Valley Park
Monday, January 16 | 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Wissahickon Valley Park
For MLK Day of Service, JCRC in partnership with Global Citizen will host a clean-up beneath and around the recently reopened bridges that connect Forbidden Drive to the paved bike path. By removing this litter, you will not only make this area of the park more beautiful, but you will also keep the watershed healthier for all! Give back to the park, its users, the creek, and the plants and animals that rely on it to live.
MLK – Tu B’Shevat Day of Service for the Trees
Monday, January 16 |10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Ambler Arboretum of Temple University
Honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and the Jewish value of caring for the Earth. The Buxmont Kehillah and jkidphilly invite you to a day of fun exploration and restoration preparation of tornado-damaged forests. Dress for the weather — the program will start outside with scavenger hunts and digging! Warming treats, games, and indoor stories will follow. Exact location and parking details after registration. Recommended for ages 3–8 (siblings always welcome!).
Jewish Wisdom for Life’s Great Questions: A Learning Circle
Thursdays, 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. | January – March
Kaiserman JCC
Gather for a new kind of conversation – one where life’s toughest questions are answered. Over the course of ten sessions, the cohort will investigate the big issues of today with local clergy. Dependent on numbers, there will also be a professionally supervised children’s program for kids grades 2-7 that will feature games, activities and dinner. Open to all, this course is designed for young professionals and anyone curious about Judaism.
- Exhibit / Opening Reception: "1700 Years of Jewish Life in German-Speaking Lands," from noted German-Jewish archive, the Leo Baeck Institute, which showcases the journey of Jews in Germany.
- Beer is the Wine of Your Land: German/Jewish Brewing Workshop and Talk at Rodeph Shalom
- German/Jewish Shabbat Service and Dinner at Rodeph Shalom
- Lecture by Nora Krug, author of "Heimat: ein deutsches Familienalbum"/
- "Belonging: A German Reckons with History and Home"
JCRC Web Series with David Horovitz
January 23, 2023 | 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Virtual
Join JCRC for an online briefing with David Horovitz, founding editor of the online newspaper The Times of Israel. Horovitz will provide updates about the latest events happening in Israel and the Middle East. There will be time for live Q&A.
Israel 75 Taste of Israel Virtual Series
January 24, 2023 | 7:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Virtual
The Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia invites you to join Israel 75 Mission's Rabbi in Residence Eric Yanoff for A Taste of Israel. In this final 30 minute teaching session, Rabbi Yanoff will review itinerary highlights with pictures, anecdotes and Jewish teachings connected to each site. Get a glimpse of the deeper meaning and significance of many of the stops along our journey.
Women of Vision Book Review
January 25, 2023 | 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Virtual
Join Women of Vision for a virtual discussion of "Beautiful Country: A Memoir of an Undocumented Childhood," a New York Times bestseller by Qian Julie Wang. The virtual program will be facilitated by Bev Rosen.
I Remember: A Conversation with Adi Rabinowitz Bedein
January 27, 2022 | 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Virtual
The memory of the Holocaust is facing a serious challenge to remain both relevant and personal. Join JCRC, 3G Philly and Philadelphia Holocaust Remembrance Foundation and Adi Rabinowitz Bedein, a Holocaust educator, to discuss the idea of memory and how it impacts what we learn from the Holocaust. This lecture is designed to empower us to be better individuals who are active against the wrongs in our world.
Old York Road Israeli Dancing with RAK-DAN
Saturday, January 28, 2023 | 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Old York Road Temple – Beth Am
Join the Old York Road Kehillah for an exciting evening of Israeli dancing for every skill level. Come for fun, movement and Israeli connection that uses your entire body.
January 30, February 13, March 1, 13, 27
Kaiserman JCC
JFRE Mentorship Program
Application closes on Tuesday, January 31
The Jewish Federation Real Estate (JFRE) Mentorship Program proudly offers the industry’s most established and talented leaders and young professionals, a unique opportunity to network, learn and grow together. In its third cohort, the JFRE Mentorship program is excited to once again connect the best and brightest up and coming professionals with giants of Philadelphia’s real estate industry.
Register Here to Become a Mentor
Register Here to Become a Mentee
‘The Mountaintop’ by Katori Hall
February 1 - 26
Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center in West Chester
“The Mountaintop” is a fictional reimagination of the events taking place the night before the assassination of Civil Rights leader, Dr. Martin Luther King. The play is a poetic and gripping inspiration from Katori Hall, the Tony Award-nominee, Pulitzer Prize and Olivier Award-winning playwright and television creator/producer hailing from Memphis, Tennessee.
The theater is offering a promo code (JCRC5) for a $5 discount on all full-priced tickets, in addition to waiving the ticket processing fee.
Reflections on ‘The Mountaintop’: A Conversation with the Director and Lead Actor, Ryan George and Chaz Rosen
Monday, February 6 | 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Virtual
JCRC and the Chester County Kehillah invite you to a private discussion with Ryan George, director, and Chaz Rosen, actor, about the themes of the play, "The Mountaintop," by esteemed playwright Katori Hall. This session is open to people who have watched the play, or plan to attend a performance in the future.
Women's Philanthropy and Women of Vision Emergency Response Training
February 7, 2023 | 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Virtual
Join Women's Philanthropy and Women of Vision to learn life-saving skills to be empowered in the event of an emergency situation. Led by the Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia's Security Director Scott Kerns of Secure Community Network (SCN), this virtual program will include: active shooter training, countering active threats and situational awareness. With rising violence and antisemitism, this training is designed for you to be prepared and act in any scenario.
Understanding the Israeli Government with Michael Koplow
February 22, 2023 | 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Temple Beth Zion-Beth Israel
The Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) of Greater Philadelphia, in partnership with Temple Beth Zion-Beth Israel, is proud to bring renowned Israel policy expert and Chief Policy Officer of the Israel Policy Forum Michael Koplow to Philadelphia to discuss Israel's election results as well as a look ahead at what the new government means for the security situation in Israel and the West Bank. This event will be followed by a happy hour for young professionals from 8:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Register Here.
Philly-Wide Momentum Reunion Event
February 27, 2023 | 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Har Zion Temple
Join Women’s Philanthropy for a Philly-Wide Momentum reunion to recharge, reconnect and refuel your sisterhood and Jewish journey. Featuring the renowned Adrienne Gold Davis, the evening will be an opportunity to enjoy a burst of wisdom and light dinner alongside your Momentum alumni.
Purim Comes Alive
February 28, 2023 | 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
KleinLife
Get your costumes ready and bring the whole family to join Northeast Kehillah for pre-Purim fun! Enjoy a kid-friendly evening, featuring interactive storytime with jkidphilly and crafts and activities with Camp Galil. Light kosher dinner provided.
JFRE Members Dinner
February 28, 2023 | 6:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m
Steak 48
A time for members to gather and celebrate the accomplishments this past year.
For more information, please contact Joel Schwarz.
Old York Road Kehillah Community Purim Carnival
Sunday, March 5
11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. | Families with Young Children (pre K)
12:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. | General Admission
8339 Old York Road, Elkins Park, PA 19027
Join your Old York Road Jewish community for a Purim carnival that the entire family will love! Enjoy, hamantaschen, prizes, inflatable obstacle courses, slides and more.
For more information, contact Kim Decker.
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