--- title: Upcoming Jewish Federation Events January - February 2023 description: The months of January and February are full of Jewish Federation events - be sure to save the date! --- [Blog - Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia](https://blog.jewishphilly.org) # [Upcoming Jewish Federation Events January - February 2023](https://blog.jewishphilly.org/upcoming-jewish-federation-events-january-february-2023) Written by [Dionna Dash](https://blog.jewishphilly.org/author/dionna-dash) | Jan 13, 2023 3:06:51 PM 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. ](https://volunteer.globalcitizen365.org/opportunity/a0C6g00000RPuDyEAL/chew-recreation-center%E2%80%99s-%E2%80%9Crenew-protect%E2%80%9D-2023-mlk-day-event)   **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. [Register Here ](https://volunteer.globalcitizen365.org/opportunity/a0C6g00000RQD7tEAH/martin-luther-king-jr-day-of-service-in-wissahickon-valley-park)   **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!). [Register Here](https://jkidphilly.org/event/trees-1-16-23/)    **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.  [Register Here](https://jewishphilly.org/get-involved/neighborhood-programming/delaware-county/jewish-wisdom-for-lifes-great-questions/)   **German Jewish Heritage Series** January 19 - 29, 2023 | Various   JCRC is pleased to co-sponsor the [German Society of Pennsylvania](https://www.germansociety.org/)'s German Heritage Series, a program that highlights the profound impact that German-speaking Jews and their descendants have on modern German and world culture and Jewish life. The program includes an art exhibit and multiple workshops and speaking events:   - 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" Learn more about the many events and [register here.](http://www.germansociety.org/calendar-of-events/)   **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. [Register Here](https://jewishphilly.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_0d6qzt4JSMGHmJeMcgv8Ew?utm)   **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.  [Register Here](https://jewishphilly.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0rfuioqD0oEtwOROCsLJKxK7j253Dg5jjj)   **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](https://www.google.com/books/edition/Beautiful_Country/F0oQEAAAQBAJ?hl=en&gbpv=0&utm)," a New York Times bestseller by Qian Julie Wang. The virtual program will be facilitated by Bev Rosen. [Register Here](https://jewishphilly.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIodOqsqDwjEtSQxFJ48dQjEz90BME3i8SL?utm)   **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. [Register Here](https://jewishphilly.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_BMb0hmOASwSIp_EbgWWAHg)   **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.  [Register Here](https://jewishphilly.org/get-involved/neighborhood-programming/old-york-road/old-york-road-israeli-dancing-with-rak-dan/)   **Gvanim Limmud: Two Communities, One Homeland** Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. January 30, February 13, March 1, 13, 27 *Kaiserman JCC*   Interested in developing a deeper understanding of Israel and our relationship as a global people? Join fellow Israel-Americans and American Jews for an interactive discussion series to examine the relations and roles of the Jews in the Diaspora and in Israel, and how these communities influence our lives in the United States.   Session topics include: Israeli and Jewish American Identities; Living Outside of Israel: Between Exile and Diaspora; Israel as a Home for the Jewish people – in which ways?; The Covenant Between Jewish Communities; and Connecting with Israel through Partnership.   Co-Sponsored by [Israeli American Council](https://www.israeliamerican.org/) and the Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia and its Partnership2Gether program.   [Register here](https://iac360.org/iac-events/gvanlimmud-pa/)    **JFRE Mentorship Program** *Application closes on Tuesday, January 31* The [Jewish Federation Real Estate (JFRE)](https://jewishphilly.org/get-involved/affinity-groups/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](https://jewishphilly.org/jfre-mentorship-program-mentor/) [Register Here to Become a Mentee](https://jewishphilly.org/jfre-mentorship-mentee-application/)   **‘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. [Register Here](https://secure.uptownwestchester.org/3015?utm_campaign=TheMountaintop&utm_content=version_A)    **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. [Register Here](https://jewishphilly.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_RW7i5WwSRlK9jxjx2iMQCQ?)    **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](https://jewishphilly.org/get-involved/affinity-groups/womens-philanthropy/) and [Women of Vision](https://jewishphilly.org/get-involved/affinity-groups/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)](https://www.securecommunitynetwork.org/), 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. [Register Here](https://jewishphilly.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJcqduCtrj4iG9T_Ih6AxyQpxt7kT2EphDaF)   **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)](https://jewishphilly.org/get-involved/public-affairs/) 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](https://jewishphilly.org/get-involved/affinity-groups/womens-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.  [Register here.](https://jewishphilly.org/get-involved/affinity-groups/womens-philanthropy/momentum-reunion-registration/)   **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](https://jkidphilly.org/) and crafts and activities with [Camp Galil](https://www.campgalil.org/). Light kosher dinner provided.  [Register Here](https://jewishphilly.org/get-involved/neighborhood-programming/northeast/northeast-purim/)   **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](mailto:jschwarz@jewishphilly.org).   **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](mailto:oldyorkroad@jewishphilly.org).   \*\*\* The Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia works to foster vibrant Jewish communities locally and around the world. You can support this mission by [clicking here](https://jewishphilly.org/ways-to-give/donate-now/). 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