Join us for a fun-filled “Almost Midnight” celebration designed just for kids! This exciting New Year’s Eve party will feature a glow dance party, interactive games, tasty snacks, and festive crafts. It’s the perfect way for families to ring in the new year together in a kid-friendly, joyful atmosphere - all for free!
Kid's Gym - Indoor Free Play Come warm up in the JCC gym and let your child burn off energy with some fun-filled free play! Our Indoor Kid's Gym provides a safe and engaging environment every Sunday from 8:30-10am. Kid's Gym is perfect for crawlers through age 6 to explore, climb, and enjoy some unstructured […]
Red Cross Blood Drive at the J Family Hall Sunday, January 4 | 10am-3pm You’re invited to donate blood at our upcoming blood drive. Please invite friends and family and sign up below. Just one donation can save 3 lives! Click here to schedule an appointment Maximize your blood donation. Help more patients. If you […]
Come find out about new classes and programs for Winter 2026, plus register for them as well! Click here to register for the Registration Brunch!
Step into a world of holiday wonder with Winters at Wanamaker’s, Woodmere’s festive exhibition celebrating the golden age of department store displays. Discover the dazzling designs of John Winters, the brilliant chief artist behind Wanamaker’s legendary holiday windows and Grand Court spectacles from 1948 to 1973. On view in the Chandelier Gallery, marvel at the […]
Join RakDan in a weekly Israeli Dance Class! Israeli dancing is a fun way to move at a slow to moderate pace while enjoying traditional Israeli music, socializing with others, and utilizing your brainpower to remember steps. No prior dance experience expected. $250 full series, $15 drop-in rate. To register, you must purchase either a […]
The teenage years are full of important decisions, new challenges, and big questions for both teens and their families. Our Preparing for What’s Ahead: A Teen and Family Program Series is designed to offer guidance, clarity, and practical tools as teens prepare for what comes next. Through expert-led workshops, conversations, and experiences, this series will […]
Come discuss a variety of political topics with Bill Rosenberg. What plans are in effect to subvert the upcoming midterm elections? What is the “Great Man” Theory in Politics? This will include potentially FDR, Reagan, Trump, Cuomo and others. What are primary elections all about and why are they important? How do they sort and […]
Our Cholent & Conversation Series provides community members the opportunity to learn with a Rabbi, Clergy or Jewish Educator from our community! This is a monthly program meets usually on the first Friday of each month, and warm kosher vegetarian cholent is served! Jan 9 - Rabbi Brennan Feb 6 - Rabbi GoldMarche Mar 6 […]
Kid's Gym - Indoor Free Play Come warm up in the JCC gym and let your child burn off energy with some fun-filled free play! Our Indoor Kid's Gym provides a safe and engaging environment every Sunday from 8:30-10am. Kid's Gym is perfect for crawlers through age 6 to explore, climb, and enjoy some unstructured […]
Sundays, January 11, January 25, February 8, March 15, April 12, May 31, 2026 |11AM - 12PM A 6-session creative program connecting teens and adults from four JCCs, Sumy and Poltava-Ukraine, Pardesia-Israel, and Philadelphia-USA, through photography. Participants explore personal and collective stories using their cameras or phones, culminating in a shared digital photo book or […]
The teenage years are full of important decisions, new challenges, and big questions for both teens and their families. Our Preparing for What’s Ahead: A Teen and Family Program Series is designed to offer guidance, clarity, and practical tools as teens prepare for what comes next.Through expert-led workshops, conversations, and experiences, this series will explore […]
When we were children, almost all of us had the experience of drawing and making art; but frequently we may have received the message that only a few privileged people had "the gift", "the talent", "the special skill" to produce "real Art"...so many people gave up and stopped drawing altogether. No matter what your skill-level, […]
Join RakDan in a weekly Israeli Dance Class! Israeli dancing is a fun way to move at a slow to moderate pace while enjoying traditional Israeli music, socializing with others, and utilizing your brainpower to remember steps. No prior dance experience expected. $250 full series, $15 drop-in rate. To register, you must purchase either a […]
Come discuss a variety of political topics with Bill Rosenberg. What plans are in effect to subvert the upcoming midterm elections? What is the “Great Man” Theory in Politics? This will include potentially FDR, Reagan, Trump, Cuomo and others. What are primary elections all about and why are they important? How do they sort and […]
Boundless Basketball is for ages 16 and up, where individuals with special needs will join their peers and develop basketball skills through drills and real game play. With the assistance of basketball coaches and volunteers, the program is designed to be both enjoyable and challenging to the ability level of each player. Join our free open […]
Kid's Gym - Indoor Free Play Come warm up in the JCC gym and let your child burn off energy with some fun-filled free play! Our Indoor Kid's Gym provides a safe and engaging environment every Sunday from 8:30-10am. Kid's Gym is perfect for crawlers through age 6 to explore, climb, and enjoy some unstructured […]
When school is out, the fun (and purpose) is on! Our MLK Day Schools Out Program is a full day of meaningful activities that celebrate community, creativity, and play. Children will take part in a hands-on service project inspired by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s message of kindness, justice, and helping others, giving them a chance […]
When we were children, almost all of us had the experience of drawing and making art; but frequently we may have received the message that only a few privileged people had "the gift", "the talent", "the special skill" to produce "real Art"...so many people gave up and stopped drawing altogether. No matter what your skill-level, […]
Topic: Looking into the New Year – How Your Eyes Change with Age Speaker: Local Ophthalmologist Discover how aging affects your eyes and learn about common conditions like glaucoma, cataracts, and macular degeneration. Experience an interactive portion where you can try glasses that simulate these conditions, gaining insight into their impact. A quick vision screening […]
Come learn the art of mindful mediation through doodling with Mindy Shapiro! Jan 20 Embedded Letters In this session we will create or and refine our “chop” - the Initial or initials we use to sign our Zentangle® work. We will then embed the letters in the beautiful tangle “DivaDance”. Feb 17 Lunar New Year: […]
In this five week series, you’ll learn the easy, flowing set of moves called the Eight Form Yang Style Tai Chi, a graceful sequence of arm and body movements coordinated with breathing, often considered the gateway to all tai chi techniques and benefits. Each class includes a warmup, guided breathing, and two new movements, building […]
Join RakDan in a weekly Israeli Dance Class! Israeli dancing is a fun way to move at a slow to moderate pace while enjoying traditional Israeli music, socializing with others, and utilizing your brainpower to remember steps. No prior dance experience expected. $250 full series, $15 drop-in rate. To register, you must purchase either a […]
Inspired by Jewish teachings and their historical experience, Jews have been disproportionately represented in movements for social justice in this country. Using memoirs, speeches, writings and organizational records, we will examine the prominent roles played by rabbis, political figures, labor organizers and other activists in advocating for the rights of disadvantaged members of American society. […]
Each month, join Rachel Sakofs—our very own Gems manager and a registered dietitian—for fresh insights on food, eating, and overall health. Sponsored by IBX. TOPIC: Whole Grains Click here to register for Eat Well Be Well!
Enjoy a lively night of hands on mixology as we craft creative cocktails featuring Israeli and Middle Eastern spirits, from arak to regional liqueurs. Afterward, we’ll dive into a generous sushi spread of rolls, sashimi, and shared bites that keep everyone chatting and laughing. The night wraps up with desserts and plenty of time to […]
Kid's Gym - Indoor Free Play Come warm up in the JCC gym and let your child burn off energy with some fun-filled free play! Our Indoor Kid's Gym provides a safe and engaging environment every Sunday from 8:30-10am. Kid's Gym is perfect for crawlers through age 6 to explore, climb, and enjoy some unstructured […]
Sundays, January 11, January 25, February 8, March 15, April 12, May 31, 2026 |11AM - 12PM A 6-session creative program connecting teens and adults from four JCCs, Sumy and Poltava-Ukraine, Pardesia-Israel, and Philadelphia-USA, through photography. Participants explore personal and collective stories using their cameras or phones, culminating in a shared digital photo book or […]
Come challenge your paper-folding skills as we learn from the master Origami instructor, Faye Goldman! All materials will be provided. Just bring yourself and your curiosity to try something new! Click here!
Dynamic NeuroMoves is a grant-supported, 4-week specialty small group training program designed for people with Parkinson’s Disease. This unique class blends large-amplitude movements, cognitive drills, and voice activation—adapted for all mobility levels. Each session targets both motor symptoms (balance, walking, strength, posture) and non-motor symptoms (thinking skills, speech, mood), helping participants move better, think sharper, […]
When we were children, almost all of us had the experience of drawing and making art; but frequently we may have received the message that only a few privileged people had "the gift", "the talent", "the special skill" to produce "real Art"...so many people gave up and stopped drawing altogether. No matter what your skill-level, […]
To commemorate Yom Hashoah, the JCC will present an in-person screening of the documentary, 999 The Forgotten Girls, which sheds light on a wrenching true story. In March 1942, nearly 1000 young Slovak Jewish women, mostly teenagers, told by their government that they were embarking on a work assignment, were instead illegally deported to Auschwitz […]
In this five week series, you’ll learn the easy, flowing set of moves called the Eight Form Yang Style Tai Chi, a graceful sequence of arm and body movements coordinated with breathing, often considered the gateway to all tai chi techniques and benefits. Each class includes a warmup, guided breathing, and two new movements, building […]
Join RakDan in a weekly Israeli Dance Class! Israeli dancing is a fun way to move at a slow to moderate pace while enjoying traditional Israeli music, socializing with others, and utilizing your brainpower to remember steps. No prior dance experience expected. $250 full series, $15 drop-in rate. To register, you must purchase either a […]
Inspired by Jewish teachings and their historical experience, Jews have been disproportionately represented in movements for social justice in this country. Using memoirs, speeches, writings and organizational records, we will examine the prominent roles played by rabbis, political figures, labor organizers and other activists in advocating for the rights of disadvantaged members of American society. […]
Dynamic NeuroMoves is a grant-supported, 4-week specialty small group training program designed for people with Parkinson’s Disease. This unique class blends large-amplitude movements, cognitive drills, and voice activation—adapted for all mobility levels. Each session targets both motor symptoms (balance, walking, strength, posture) and non-motor symptoms (thinking skills, speech, mood), helping participants move better, think sharper, […]
Join Us for a Barre Class Fundraiser! Proceeds benefit the Philly JCC ELC PTO. All fitness levels welcome. Open to the whole community! Taught by preschool mom and barre instructor Danielle Chelminsky. Don't forget to stick around after class for some light refreshments with friends. What Is Barre? Barre is a low impact, high repetition workout combining ballet inspired movements with Pilates, yoga, and strength training. Expect small, controlled movements that tone muscles, improve posture, and boost flexibility. […]
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