Join us for a thoughtful conversation with Sonia Dacarret, presenting her memoir about growing up in Colombia with a Jewish mother and Christian Arab father. Together we will explore the inspiration, themes, and questions of identity that bring the story to life. This event is canceled. Please email msimonhazani@phillyjcc.com with questions.
This course offers an in-depth look at the lives and careers of Paul Newman and Robert Redford. We will explore such films as a Cat On A Hat Tin Roof, Cool Hand Luke, The Hustler, Butch Cassidy and the Sundance King, The Sting, The Verdict, plus The Natural, All The Presidents Men, Truth, Indecent Propasal. […]
With Dr. Stephen Phillips What do Moses, Aaron, Trajan, and Indiana Jones all have in common? Answer: Petra. Nestled in a rugged mountainous basin in southwest Jordan lies the magnificent ruins of the ancient city of Petra, named in 2007 as one of the “New Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.” 2,000 years ago, Petra […]
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 […]
In this four 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 […]
Musika and Memory is a group whose goal is connecting people with cognitive decline and their caregivers through music. It is an opportunity to interact through tangible and comforting ways, while increasing quality of life and stimulating cognition and memory. Research has shown that music improves multiple aspects of life for people with cognitive decline […]
With Bill Rosenberg Join us for another informative round of Political Affairs with Dr. Bill Rosenberg. April 23, 2026 Mayor Mamdani and Rank Order Voting. Instead of selecting a single candidate, a voter ranks multiple candidates in order of preference. If a candidate is selected as the first-choice candidate by more than 50% of voters, […]
Facilitators: Helene Rosenfeldt and Sharon Dunoff Open Play MahJong is designed for those individuals who know how to play MahJong, that want to meet other players. Beginners and up! MahJong sets provided, please bring your 2026 card. If interested in learning how to play Mahjong for the first time, please email Rachel at rsakofs@phillyjcc.com Registration […]
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