BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Philly J - ECPv6.0.13.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Philly J X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.phillyjcc.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Philly J REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T150000 DTSTAMP:20260602T064326 CREATED:20260302T161358Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T150917Z UID:10003223-1786021200-1786028400@www.phillyjcc.com SUMMARY:Gems at the J | Mahjong Open Play DESCRIPTION:Facilitators: Helene Rosenfeldt and Sharon Dunoff \nOpen 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 \nRegistration not required\, just come on by! URL:https://www.phillyjcc.com/event/gems-at-the-j-mahjong-open-play-5/2026-08-06/ LOCATION:Kaiserman JCC\, 45 Haverford Rd\, Wynnewood\, PA\, 19096\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.phillyjcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/gettyimages-71186706-1619720082.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Gems":MAILTO:gems@phillyjcc.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T123000 DTSTAMP:20260602T064326 CREATED:20260601T174808Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T174808Z UID:10003235-1786014000-1786019400@www.phillyjcc.com SUMMARY:Gems at the J | Hands On Challah Bake DESCRIPTION:Whether you have been baking challah for years or looking to start\, this workshop will be for you! We will be learning and braiding all different traditions into a delicious challah for your Shabbat table! All ingredients will be provided. \nClick here! URL:https://www.phillyjcc.com/event/challah-bake/ LOCATION:Kaiserman JCC\, 45 Haverford Rd\, Wynnewood\, PA\, 19096\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.phillyjcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/iStock-1290129401.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Gems":MAILTO:gems@phillyjcc.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260803T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260803T150000 DTSTAMP:20260602T064326 CREATED:20260302T161700Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T150214Z UID:10003213-1785762000-1785769200@www.phillyjcc.com SUMMARY:Gems at the J | Canasta Club DESCRIPTION:Every Monday\, Except on Holidays \nOpen Play Canasta is designed for those individuals who know how to play Canasta. Beginners and up! Cards\, shufflers and score paper provided. Come meet some new people and play your favorite card game! \nNo need to register\, just c’mon by! URL:https://www.phillyjcc.com/event/gems-at-the-j-canasta-club-5/2026-08-03/ LOCATION:Kaiserman JCC\, 45 Haverford Rd\, Wynnewood\, PA\, 19096\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.phillyjcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/iStock-1125958849.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Gems":MAILTO:gems@phillyjcc.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260730T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260730T150000 DTSTAMP:20260602T064326 CREATED:20260302T161358Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T150917Z UID:10003222-1785416400-1785423600@www.phillyjcc.com SUMMARY:Gems at the J | Mahjong Open Play DESCRIPTION:Facilitators: Helene Rosenfeldt and Sharon Dunoff \nOpen 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 \nRegistration not required\, just come on by! URL:https://www.phillyjcc.com/event/gems-at-the-j-mahjong-open-play-5/2026-07-30/ LOCATION:Kaiserman JCC\, 45 Haverford Rd\, Wynnewood\, PA\, 19096\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.phillyjcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/gettyimages-71186706-1619720082.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Gems":MAILTO:gems@phillyjcc.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260729T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260729T170000 DTSTAMP:20260602T064326 CREATED:20260601T190916Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T190916Z UID:10003236-1785328200-1785344400@www.phillyjcc.com SUMMARY:Gems at the J | Broadway in Philly: The Notebook DESCRIPTION:The Notebook is a new hit musical based on the best-selling novel that inspired the iconic film. Allie and Noah\, both from different worlds\, share a lifetime of love despite the forces that threaten to pull them apart\, in a deeply moving portrait of the enduring power of love. This trip includes round-trip transportation between the JCC and Kimmel in Philadelphia. \nClick here! URL:https://www.phillyjcc.com/event/notebook/ LOCATION:Kaiserman JCC\, 45 Haverford Rd\, Wynnewood\, PA\, 19096\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.phillyjcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Van-3-scaled.png ORGANIZER;CN="Gems":MAILTO:gems@phillyjcc.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260727T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260727T150000 DTSTAMP:20260602T064326 CREATED:20260302T161700Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T150214Z UID:10003212-1785157200-1785164400@www.phillyjcc.com SUMMARY:Gems at the J | Canasta Club DESCRIPTION:Every Monday\, Except on Holidays \nOpen Play Canasta is designed for those individuals who know how to play Canasta. Beginners and up! Cards\, shufflers and score paper provided. Come meet some new people and play your favorite card game! \nNo need to register\, just c’mon by! URL:https://www.phillyjcc.com/event/gems-at-the-j-canasta-club-5/2026-07-27/ LOCATION:Kaiserman JCC\, 45 Haverford Rd\, Wynnewood\, PA\, 19096\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.phillyjcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/iStock-1125958849.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Gems":MAILTO:gems@phillyjcc.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260724T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260724T200000 DTSTAMP:20260602T064326 CREATED:20260515T164001Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T160023Z UID:10003198-1784912400-1784923200@www.phillyjcc.com SUMMARY:Pool Party Family Shabbat DESCRIPTION:Join us for Shabbat by the Pool! \nFeel free to bring your dinner\, we will bring the challah\, grape juice\, dessert and ruach! Join us for music\, crafts\, games\, and of course swimming. \nKids can splash and play while adults kick back with a BYOB happy hour by the pool. \nPool membership not required. \nOur big pool and toddler pool will be available for use during this event and lifeguards will be on duty. Click here to find more information about our pool policies. \n\n\n \n \n Shabbat at the Pool July 24\, 2026\n Please fill out one form per family. \n \n Primary Participant's Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Phone(Required)Email(Required)\n \n Number of Participants(Required)Please tell us the number of people coming\, including yourself and any family members.Names of family members joining you: (and ages for children)(Required)How did you hear about us?(Required)\n \n \n Google\n \n \n \n Social Media\n \n \n \n JCC Email\n \n \n \n Word of Mouth\n \n \n \n Other\n Engagement - Shabbat at the Pool July 10\, 2026(Required)\n \n \n Price:\n \n \n \n Total\n \n Total\n \n Credit Card(Required)\n Address(Required) \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n Address Line 2\n \n \n City\n \n \n State / Province / Region\n \n \n ZIP / Postal Code\n \n AfghanistanAlbaniaAlgeriaAmerican SamoaAndorraAngolaAnguillaAntarcticaAntigua and BarbudaArgentinaArmeniaArubaAustraliaAustriaAzerbaijanBahamasBahrainBangladeshBarbadosBelarusBelgiumBelizeBeninBermudaBhutanBoliviaBonaire\, Sint Eustatius and SabaBosnia and HerzegovinaBotswanaBouvet IslandBrazilBritish Indian Ocean TerritoryBrunei DarussalamBulgariaBurkina FasoBurundiCabo VerdeCambodiaCameroonCanadaCayman IslandsCentral African RepublicChadChileChinaChristmas IslandCocos IslandsColombiaComorosCongoCongo\, Democratic Republic of theCook IslandsCosta RicaCroatiaCubaCuraçaoCyprusCzechiaCôte d'IvoireDenmarkDjiboutiDominicaDominican RepublicEcuadorEgyptEl SalvadorEquatorial GuineaEritreaEstoniaEswatiniEthiopiaFalkland IslandsFaroe IslandsFijiFinlandFranceFrench GuianaFrench PolynesiaFrench Southern TerritoriesGabonGambiaGeorgiaGermanyGhanaGibraltarGreeceGreenlandGrenadaGuadeloupeGuamGuatemalaGuernseyGuineaGuinea-BissauGuyanaHaitiHeard Island and McDonald IslandsHoly SeeHondurasHong KongHungaryIcelandIndiaIndonesiaIranIraqIrelandIsle of ManIsraelItalyJamaicaJapanJerseyJordanKazakhstanKenyaKiribatiKorea\, Democratic People's Republic ofKorea\, Republic ofKuwaitKyrgyzstanLao People's Democratic RepublicLatviaLebanonLesothoLiberiaLibyaLiechtensteinLithuaniaLuxembourgMacaoMadagascarMalawiMalaysiaMaldivesMaliMaltaMarshall IslandsMartiniqueMauritaniaMauritiusMayotteMexicoMicronesiaMoldovaMonacoMongoliaMontenegroMontserratMoroccoMozambiqueMyanmarNamibiaNauruNepalNetherlandsNew CaledoniaNew ZealandNicaraguaNigerNigeriaNiueNorfolk IslandNorth MacedoniaNorthern Mariana IslandsNorwayOmanPakistanPalauPalestine\, State ofPanamaPapua New GuineaParaguayPeruPhilippinesPitcairnPolandPortugalPuerto RicoQatarRomaniaRussian FederationRwandaRéunionSaint BarthélemySaint Helena\, Ascension and Tristan da CunhaSaint Kitts and NevisSaint LuciaSaint MartinSaint Pierre and MiquelonSaint Vincent and the GrenadinesSamoaSan MarinoSao Tome and PrincipeSaudi ArabiaSenegalSerbiaSeychellesSierra LeoneSingaporeSint MaartenSlovakiaSloveniaSolomon IslandsSomaliaSouth AfricaSouth Georgia and the South Sandwich IslandsSouth SudanSpainSri LankaSudanSurinameSvalbard and Jan MayenSwedenSwitzerlandSyria Arab RepublicTaiwanTajikistanTanzania\, the United Republic ofThailandTimor-LesteTogoTokelauTongaTrinidad and TobagoTunisiaTurkmenistanTurks and Caicos IslandsTuvaluTürkiyeUS Minor Outlying IslandsUgandaUkraineUnited Arab EmiratesUnited KingdomUnited StatesUruguayUzbekistanVanuatuVenezuelaViet NamVirgin Islands\, BritishVirgin Islands\, U.S.Wallis and FutunaWestern SaharaYemenZambiaZimbabweÅland Islands\n Country\n \n \n Liability Waiver(Required) I agree to the Liability WaiverBy checking this box\, I release\, hold harmless\, and indemnify the Kaiserman JCC and the Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia\, as well as its agents and employees\, from and against any liability on their part\, of any kind whatsoever\, which may arise in any manner\, from use of the JCC’s facilities.\n\nAdditionally\, I understand that photos or videos of myself or my family members may be taken during participation in JCC programs or use of its facilities. These images may be used by the JCC for marketing and promotional purposes\, including but not limited to social media\, brochures\, and the JCC website. To opt out of this photo release\, I must email marketing@phillyjcc.com and submit a photo of each individual opting out. This opt-out must be renewed annually.\n\nBy providing my phone number and/or email address\, I consent to receive communications from the Kaiserman JCC\, including promotional\, informational\, and reminder messages\, via SMS/text and email. Message and data rates may apply for text messages. Message frequency may vary. I understand that consent is not a condition of purchase and that I may opt out at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in emails or replying STOP to text messages. URL:https://www.phillyjcc.com/event/july-pool-shabbat/ LOCATION:Kaiserman JCC\, 45 Haverford Rd\, Wynnewood\, PA\, 19096\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.phillyjcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/IMG_5949-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Barrie%20Mittica":MAILTO:bmittica@phillyjcc.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260723T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260723T150000 DTSTAMP:20260602T064326 CREATED:20260302T161358Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T150917Z UID:10003221-1784811600-1784818800@www.phillyjcc.com SUMMARY:Gems at the J | Mahjong Open Play DESCRIPTION:Facilitators: Helene Rosenfeldt and Sharon Dunoff \nOpen 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 \nRegistration not required\, just come on by! URL:https://www.phillyjcc.com/event/gems-at-the-j-mahjong-open-play-5/2026-07-23/ LOCATION:Kaiserman JCC\, 45 Haverford Rd\, Wynnewood\, PA\, 19096\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.phillyjcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/gettyimages-71186706-1619720082.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Gems":MAILTO:gems@phillyjcc.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260721T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260721T130000 DTSTAMP:20260602T064326 CREATED:20260601T174426Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T174426Z UID:10003234-1784626200-1784638800@www.phillyjcc.com SUMMARY:Gems at the J | Grange Estate Tour & Lunch DESCRIPTION:Come with us as we take a tour of the historic Grange Estate\, right here in Havertown. Constructed in the 1700’s\, we will learn about the lifestyle of this time period. Then we will head to Nudy’s for lunch and return to the JCC. Transportation to and from the JCC\, plus admission and lunch is included the ticket. \nClick here! URL:https://www.phillyjcc.com/event/grange/ LOCATION:Kaiserman JCC\, 45 Haverford Rd\, Wynnewood\, PA\, 19096\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.phillyjcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Van-3-scaled.png ORGANIZER;CN="Gems":MAILTO:gems@phillyjcc.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260720T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260720T150000 DTSTAMP:20260602T064326 CREATED:20260302T161700Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T150214Z UID:10003211-1784552400-1784559600@www.phillyjcc.com SUMMARY:Gems at the J | Canasta Club DESCRIPTION:Every Monday\, Except on Holidays \nOpen Play Canasta is designed for those individuals who know how to play Canasta. Beginners and up! Cards\, shufflers and score paper provided. Come meet some new people and play your favorite card game! \nNo need to register\, just c’mon by! URL:https://www.phillyjcc.com/event/gems-at-the-j-canasta-club-5/2026-07-20/ LOCATION:Kaiserman JCC\, 45 Haverford Rd\, Wynnewood\, PA\, 19096\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.phillyjcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/iStock-1125958849.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Gems":MAILTO:gems@phillyjcc.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260716T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260716T150000 DTSTAMP:20260602T064326 CREATED:20260302T161358Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T150917Z UID:10003220-1784206800-1784214000@www.phillyjcc.com SUMMARY:Gems at the J | Mahjong Open Play DESCRIPTION:Facilitators: Helene Rosenfeldt and Sharon Dunoff \nOpen 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 \nRegistration not required\, just come on by! URL:https://www.phillyjcc.com/event/gems-at-the-j-mahjong-open-play-5/2026-07-16/ LOCATION:Kaiserman JCC\, 45 Haverford Rd\, Wynnewood\, PA\, 19096\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.phillyjcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/gettyimages-71186706-1619720082.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Gems":MAILTO:gems@phillyjcc.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260716T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260716T123000 DTSTAMP:20260602T064326 CREATED:20260601T173010Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T173010Z UID:10003233-1784199600-1784205000@www.phillyjcc.com SUMMARY:Gems at the J Hands On Intro To Diamond Art DESCRIPTION:Come try your hand at Diamond Art! This is an introduction class with our very own\, Lori Hummel! We will be using Diamond Art to decorate the cover of a notebook. All materials will be provided\, no experience required. \nClick here! URL:https://www.phillyjcc.com/event/diamond-art/ LOCATION:Kaiserman JCC\, 45 Haverford Rd\, Wynnewood\, PA\, 19096\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.phillyjcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/barbarabeckerart4fun3.png ORGANIZER;CN="Gems":MAILTO:gems@phillyjcc.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260713T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260713T150000 DTSTAMP:20260602T064326 CREATED:20260302T161700Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T150214Z UID:10003210-1783947600-1783954800@www.phillyjcc.com SUMMARY:Gems at the J | Canasta Club DESCRIPTION:Every Monday\, Except on Holidays \nOpen Play Canasta is designed for those individuals who know how to play Canasta. Beginners and up! Cards\, shufflers and score paper provided. Come meet some new people and play your favorite card game! \nNo need to register\, just c’mon by! URL:https://www.phillyjcc.com/event/gems-at-the-j-canasta-club-5/2026-07-13/ LOCATION:Kaiserman JCC\, 45 Haverford Rd\, Wynnewood\, PA\, 19096\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.phillyjcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/iStock-1125958849.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Gems":MAILTO:gems@phillyjcc.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260709T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260709T150000 DTSTAMP:20260602T064326 CREATED:20260302T161358Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T150917Z UID:10003219-1783602000-1783609200@www.phillyjcc.com SUMMARY:Gems at the J | Mahjong Open Play DESCRIPTION:Facilitators: Helene Rosenfeldt and Sharon Dunoff \nOpen 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 \nRegistration not required\, just come on by! URL:https://www.phillyjcc.com/event/gems-at-the-j-mahjong-open-play-5/2026-07-09/ LOCATION:Kaiserman JCC\, 45 Haverford Rd\, Wynnewood\, PA\, 19096\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.phillyjcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/gettyimages-71186706-1619720082.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Gems":MAILTO:gems@phillyjcc.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260709T111500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260709T123000 DTSTAMP:20260602T064326 CREATED:20260601T171948Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T172001Z UID:10003232-1783595700-1783600200@www.phillyjcc.com SUMMARY:Gems at the J | Petra\, Jordan - The Adventure Continues DESCRIPTION:The first part of this class will wrap up our exploration of Petra and its environs\, with time for discussion and questions. Then\, Dr. Steve takes us behind the scenes on another archaeological dig he worked on in Jordan – an adventure deep in the desert at a rock shelter named\, Tor Faraj. Evidence of Neanderthal occupation dated to some 60\,000 years ago was uncovered. Neanderthals living in Jordan\, is that even possible?\nDr. Steve spent a full summer here as part of a team excavating a rock shelter\, shown above\, that dates to the time of the Neanderthals\, at least 60\,000 years BCE. Neanderthals living in Jordan. Is that even possible? \nPortions of the third Indiana Jones movie were filmed in Jordan\, come and learn if archaeology is anything like the Hollywood version. \nThis lecture takes us deep behind the scenes of life on an actual dig\, illustrated by numerous unpublished photographs taken by Dr. Steve during an amazing summer living in the hinterlands of a distant land. \nClick here! URL:https://www.phillyjcc.com/event/petra/ LOCATION:Kaiserman JCC\, 45 Haverford Rd\, Wynnewood\, PA\, 19096\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.phillyjcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/iStock-1793161419.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Gems":MAILTO:gems@phillyjcc.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260709T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260709T170000 DTSTAMP:20260602T064326 CREATED:20260601T171948Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T172001Z UID:10003231-1783584000-1783616400@www.phillyjcc.com SUMMARY:Gems at the J | Petra\, Jordan - The Adventure Continues DESCRIPTION:The first part of this class will wrap up our exploration of Petra and its environs\, with time for discussion and questions. Then\, Dr. Steve takes us behind the scenes on another archaeological dig he worked on in Jordan – an adventure deep in the desert at a rock shelter named\, Tor Faraj. Evidence of Neanderthal occupation dated to some 60\,000 years ago was uncovered. Neanderthals living in Jordan\, is that even possible?\nDr. Steve spent a full summer here as part of a team excavating a rock shelter\, shown above\, that dates to the time of the Neanderthals\, at least 60\,000 years BCE. Neanderthals living in Jordan. Is that even possible? \nPortions of the third Indiana Jones movie were filmed in Jordan\, come and learn if archaeology is anything like the Hollywood version. \nThis lecture takes us deep behind the scenes of life on an actual dig\, illustrated by numerous unpublished photographs taken by Dr. Steve during an amazing summer living in the hinterlands of a distant land. \nClick here! URL:https://www.phillyjcc.com/event/petra/ LOCATION:Kaiserman JCC\, 45 Haverford Rd\, Wynnewood\, PA\, 19096\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.phillyjcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/iStock-1793161419.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Gems":MAILTO:gems@phillyjcc.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260707T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260707T153000 DTSTAMP:20260602T064326 CREATED:20260601T171419Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T171419Z UID:10003230-1783418400-1783438200@www.phillyjcc.com SUMMARY:Gems at the J | Trolley Tour of Valley Forge DESCRIPTION:We will head up to King of Prussia for an early lunch at Seasons52\, and then head over to Valley Forge for a 90-minute air-conditioned trolley tour of the encampment. Your ticket will include lunch\, the trolley tour\, and transportation to an from the JCC. \nClick here! URL:https://www.phillyjcc.com/event/valleyforge/ LOCATION:Kaiserman JCC\, 45 Haverford Rd\, Wynnewood\, PA\, 19096\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.phillyjcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Van-3-scaled.png ORGANIZER;CN="Gems":MAILTO:gems@phillyjcc.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260706T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260706T150000 DTSTAMP:20260602T064326 CREATED:20260302T161700Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T150214Z UID:10003209-1783342800-1783350000@www.phillyjcc.com SUMMARY:Gems at the J | Canasta Club DESCRIPTION:Every Monday\, Except on Holidays \nOpen Play Canasta is designed for those individuals who know how to play Canasta. Beginners and up! Cards\, shufflers and score paper provided. Come meet some new people and play your favorite card game! \nNo need to register\, just c’mon by! URL:https://www.phillyjcc.com/event/gems-at-the-j-canasta-club-5/2026-07-06/ LOCATION:Kaiserman JCC\, 45 Haverford Rd\, Wynnewood\, PA\, 19096\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.phillyjcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/iStock-1125958849.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Gems":MAILTO:gems@phillyjcc.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T150000 DTSTAMP:20260602T064326 CREATED:20260302T161358Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T150917Z UID:10003218-1782997200-1783004400@www.phillyjcc.com SUMMARY:Gems at the J | Mahjong Open Play DESCRIPTION:Facilitators: Helene Rosenfeldt and Sharon Dunoff \nOpen 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 \nRegistration not required\, just come on by! URL:https://www.phillyjcc.com/event/gems-at-the-j-mahjong-open-play-5/2026-07-02/ LOCATION:Kaiserman JCC\, 45 Haverford Rd\, Wynnewood\, PA\, 19096\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.phillyjcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/gettyimages-71186706-1619720082.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Gems":MAILTO:gems@phillyjcc.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T123000 DTSTAMP:20260602T064326 CREATED:20260601T170820Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T170820Z UID:10003229-1782991800-1782995400@www.phillyjcc.com SUMMARY:Gems at the J | 18 Hebrew Words in 1 Hour DESCRIPTION:Come take a power-hour language course with Niv Sedah\, the JCC Israeli Embassery. Come with an open and curious mind\, to build your Hebrew vocabulary. \nClick here! URL:https://www.phillyjcc.com/event/18hebrew/ LOCATION:Kaiserman JCC\, 45 Haverford Rd\, Wynnewood\, PA\, 19096\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.phillyjcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/Screenshot-2026-04-22-at-5.13.06-PM.png ORGANIZER;CN="Niv%20Sadeh":MAILTO:nsadeh@phillyjcc.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T103000 DTSTAMP:20260602T064326 CREATED:20260515T160813Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T160813Z UID:10003196-1782984600-1782988200@www.phillyjcc.com SUMMARY:Winning with Wellness Series with Coach Eric DESCRIPTION:With Eric M | Thursdays\, July 2 – August 20\, 2026 | 9:30AM – 10:30AM | $129 \nAn 8‑week small‑group program to help you feel stronger\, healthier\, and more energized. \nEach Week You’ll Experience: \n\nA guided exercise class\nBody Composition & Blood Pressure check‑ins to track meaningful progress\nA quick\, impactful wellness seminar with real‑life tips you can use immediately\n\nBetween Sessions\, You’ll Get: \n\nSimple weekly wellness emails with practical tips\nOptional habit & activity tracking to build consistency\nOngoing support\, accountability\, and motivation\n\nThis program focuses on progress\, not perfection\, helping you build habits that last. Join a supportive group\, learn from experts\, and start seeing results that go beyond the scale. \nClick here to register! URL:https://www.phillyjcc.com/event/winning-with-wellness/ LOCATION:Kaiserman JCC\, 45 Haverford Rd\, Wynnewood\, PA\, 19096\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.phillyjcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/iStock-93596321499-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Jamie%20Feinstein":MAILTO:jfeinstein@phillyjcc.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260701T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260701T123000 DTSTAMP:20260602T064326 CREATED:20260515T151121Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260525T144102Z UID:10003194-1782905400-1782909000@www.phillyjcc.com SUMMARY:Summer Tai Chi DESCRIPTION: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 to the complete routine by the end. Practicing briefly at home between classes will enhance your results. \nActive unlimited monthly class pass holders can take this class for only $35. \nThis class is for adults of all ages!  \nClick here to register for Tai Chi 4 Week Series! URL:https://www.phillyjcc.com/event/summer-tai-chi/2026-07-01/ LOCATION:Kaiserman JCC\, 45 Haverford Rd\, Wynnewood\, PA\, 19096\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.phillyjcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Screenshot-2024-02-06-at-3.50.22 PM.png ORGANIZER;CN="Jamie%20Feinstein":MAILTO:jfeinstein@phillyjcc.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260629T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260629T150000 DTSTAMP:20260602T064326 CREATED:20260302T161700Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T150214Z UID:10003208-1782738000-1782745200@www.phillyjcc.com SUMMARY:Gems at the J | Canasta Club DESCRIPTION:Every Monday\, Except on Holidays \nOpen Play Canasta is designed for those individuals who know how to play Canasta. Beginners and up! Cards\, shufflers and score paper provided. Come meet some new people and play your favorite card game! \nNo need to register\, just c’mon by! URL:https://www.phillyjcc.com/event/gems-at-the-j-canasta-club-5/2026-06-29/ LOCATION:Kaiserman JCC\, 45 Haverford Rd\, Wynnewood\, PA\, 19096\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.phillyjcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/iStock-1125958849.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Gems":MAILTO:gems@phillyjcc.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260629T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260629T123000 DTSTAMP:20260602T064326 CREATED:20260601T170400Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T170400Z UID:10003228-1782730800-1782736200@www.phillyjcc.com SUMMARY:Gems at the J | How to Locate Family Through Genealogy DESCRIPTION:Fred started his attorney service company\, B&R Services for Professionals in 1971. In 1988 he obtained his Private Detective license and formed Confidential Investigative Services in 1991. In 1998 he became interested in his family history. He was able to locate his ancestors dating back to 1810. To date he has identified over 1200 family members. With the knowledge he obtained\, in 2005 he decided to volunteer for the International Red Cross Holocaust Tracing Service\, to try to assist the IRC reconnect Jewish\, Polish and Ukrainian Holocaust survivors. In 2006 he was awarded the local and national “Volunteer of the Year” Award from the IRC. In 2011\, Fred also started to volunteer for the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum. Fred is helping the museum locate European children that were orphaned during the period 1933-1945. He has located 20 children survivors so far. \nFred will teach us some techniques he uses to locate individuals through genealogy. This information will enable researchers to not only locate family\, uncover distant relatives\, assist in searching for heirs\, as well as locating missing plaintiffs\, defendants and witnesses. A lite lunch will be provided by Jewish Genealogical and Archival Society of Greater Philadelphia (JGASGP). \nClick here to register!\n  URL:https://www.phillyjcc.com/event/genealogy/ LOCATION:Kaiserman JCC\, 45 Haverford Rd\, Wynnewood\, PA\, 19096\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.phillyjcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/iStock-1793161419.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Gems":MAILTO:gems@phillyjcc.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T150000 DTSTAMP:20260602T064326 CREATED:20260302T161358Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T150917Z UID:10003217-1782392400-1782399600@www.phillyjcc.com SUMMARY:Gems at the J | Mahjong Open Play DESCRIPTION:Facilitators: Helene Rosenfeldt and Sharon Dunoff \nOpen 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 \nRegistration not required\, just come on by! URL:https://www.phillyjcc.com/event/gems-at-the-j-mahjong-open-play-5/2026-06-25/ LOCATION:Kaiserman JCC\, 45 Haverford Rd\, Wynnewood\, PA\, 19096\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.phillyjcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/gettyimages-71186706-1619720082.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Gems":MAILTO:gems@phillyjcc.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T123000 DTSTAMP:20260602T064326 CREATED:20260601T165852Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T165852Z UID:10003227-1782385200-1782390600@www.phillyjcc.com SUMMARY:Gems at the J | Hands On Candle Making DESCRIPTION:Let’s create beautiful light together\, and make a set of candles to feel the warm of community! \nClick here to register! URL:https://www.phillyjcc.com/event/candle/ LOCATION:Kaiserman JCC\, 45 Haverford Rd\, Wynnewood\, PA\, 19096\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.phillyjcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/barbarabeckerart4fun3.png ORGANIZER;CN="Gems":MAILTO:gems@phillyjcc.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T123000 DTSTAMP:20260602T064326 CREATED:20260515T151121Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260525T144102Z UID:10003193-1782300600-1782304200@www.phillyjcc.com SUMMARY:Summer Tai Chi DESCRIPTION: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 to the complete routine by the end. Practicing briefly at home between classes will enhance your results. \nActive unlimited monthly class pass holders can take this class for only $35. \nThis class is for adults of all ages!  \nClick here to register for Tai Chi 4 Week Series! URL:https://www.phillyjcc.com/event/summer-tai-chi/2026-06-24/ LOCATION:Kaiserman JCC\, 45 Haverford Rd\, Wynnewood\, PA\, 19096\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.phillyjcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Screenshot-2024-02-06-at-3.50.22 PM.png ORGANIZER;CN="Jamie%20Feinstein":MAILTO:jfeinstein@phillyjcc.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T130000 DTSTAMP:20260602T064326 CREATED:20260317T163112Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T135203Z UID:10003132-1782291600-1782306000@www.phillyjcc.com SUMMARY:Gems at the J | Trip to Penn Museum DESCRIPTION:Whether you took Dr. Steve’s course on Petra or not\, you won’t want to miss this guided tour of the Penn Museum’s exhibit of ancient alcohol\, time for self-guided exploration of the galleries and lunch at the cafe. Transportation from and to the JCC included. \nClick here to register! URL:https://www.phillyjcc.com/event/penntrip/ LOCATION:Kaiserman JCC\, 45 Haverford Rd\, Wynnewood\, PA\, 19096\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.phillyjcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Van-3-scaled.png ORGANIZER;CN="Gems":MAILTO:gems@phillyjcc.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260622T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260622T150000 DTSTAMP:20260602T064326 CREATED:20260302T161700Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T150214Z UID:10003207-1782133200-1782140400@www.phillyjcc.com SUMMARY:Gems at the J | Canasta Club DESCRIPTION:Every Monday\, Except on Holidays \nOpen Play Canasta is designed for those individuals who know how to play Canasta. Beginners and up! Cards\, shufflers and score paper provided. Come meet some new people and play your favorite card game! \nNo need to register\, just c’mon by! URL:https://www.phillyjcc.com/event/gems-at-the-j-canasta-club-5/2026-06-22/ LOCATION:Kaiserman JCC\, 45 Haverford Rd\, Wynnewood\, PA\, 19096\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.phillyjcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/iStock-1125958849.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Gems":MAILTO:gems@phillyjcc.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T200000 DTSTAMP:20260602T064326 CREATED:20260515T162659Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T162659Z UID:10003197-1781888400-1781899200@www.phillyjcc.com SUMMARY:Pool Party Family Shabbat DESCRIPTION:Join us for Shabbat by the Pool! \nFeel free to bring your dinner\, we will bring the challah\, grape juice\, dessert and ruach! Join us for music\, crafts\, games\, and of course swimming. \nKids can splash and play while adults kick back with a BYOB happy hour by the pool. \nPool membership not required. \nOur big pool and toddler pool will be available for use during this event and lifeguards will be on duty. Click here to find more information about our pool policies. \n\n \n \n Shabbat at the Pool June 19\, 2026\n Please fill out one form per family. \n \n Primary Participant's Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Phone(Required)Email(Required)\n \n Number of Participants(Required)Please tell us the number of people coming\, including yourself and any family members.Names of family members joining you: (and ages for children)(Required)How did you hear about us?(Required)\n \n \n Google\n \n \n \n Social Media\n \n \n \n JCC Email\n \n \n \n Word of Mouth\n \n \n \n Other\n Engagement - Shabbat at the Pool June 19\, 2026(Required)\n \n \n Price:\n \n \n \n Total\n \n Total\n \n Credit Card(Required)\n Address(Required) \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n Address Line 2\n \n \n City\n \n \n State / Province / Region\n \n \n ZIP / Postal Code\n \n AfghanistanAlbaniaAlgeriaAmerican SamoaAndorraAngolaAnguillaAntarcticaAntigua and BarbudaArgentinaArmeniaArubaAustraliaAustriaAzerbaijanBahamasBahrainBangladeshBarbadosBelarusBelgiumBelizeBeninBermudaBhutanBoliviaBonaire\, Sint Eustatius and SabaBosnia and HerzegovinaBotswanaBouvet IslandBrazilBritish Indian Ocean TerritoryBrunei DarussalamBulgariaBurkina FasoBurundiCabo VerdeCambodiaCameroonCanadaCayman IslandsCentral African RepublicChadChileChinaChristmas IslandCocos IslandsColombiaComorosCongoCongo\, Democratic Republic of theCook IslandsCosta RicaCroatiaCubaCuraçaoCyprusCzechiaCôte d'IvoireDenmarkDjiboutiDominicaDominican RepublicEcuadorEgyptEl SalvadorEquatorial GuineaEritreaEstoniaEswatiniEthiopiaFalkland IslandsFaroe IslandsFijiFinlandFranceFrench GuianaFrench PolynesiaFrench Southern TerritoriesGabonGambiaGeorgiaGermanyGhanaGibraltarGreeceGreenlandGrenadaGuadeloupeGuamGuatemalaGuernseyGuineaGuinea-BissauGuyanaHaitiHeard Island and McDonald IslandsHoly SeeHondurasHong KongHungaryIcelandIndiaIndonesiaIranIraqIrelandIsle of ManIsraelItalyJamaicaJapanJerseyJordanKazakhstanKenyaKiribatiKorea\, Democratic People's Republic ofKorea\, Republic ofKuwaitKyrgyzstanLao People's Democratic RepublicLatviaLebanonLesothoLiberiaLibyaLiechtensteinLithuaniaLuxembourgMacaoMadagascarMalawiMalaysiaMaldivesMaliMaltaMarshall IslandsMartiniqueMauritaniaMauritiusMayotteMexicoMicronesiaMoldovaMonacoMongoliaMontenegroMontserratMoroccoMozambiqueMyanmarNamibiaNauruNepalNetherlandsNew CaledoniaNew ZealandNicaraguaNigerNigeriaNiueNorfolk IslandNorth MacedoniaNorthern Mariana IslandsNorwayOmanPakistanPalauPalestine\, State ofPanamaPapua New GuineaParaguayPeruPhilippinesPitcairnPolandPortugalPuerto RicoQatarRomaniaRussian FederationRwandaRéunionSaint BarthélemySaint Helena\, Ascension and Tristan da CunhaSaint Kitts and NevisSaint LuciaSaint MartinSaint Pierre and MiquelonSaint Vincent and the GrenadinesSamoaSan MarinoSao Tome and PrincipeSaudi ArabiaSenegalSerbiaSeychellesSierra LeoneSingaporeSint MaartenSlovakiaSloveniaSolomon IslandsSomaliaSouth AfricaSouth Georgia and the South Sandwich IslandsSouth SudanSpainSri LankaSudanSurinameSvalbard and Jan MayenSwedenSwitzerlandSyria Arab RepublicTaiwanTajikistanTanzania\, the United Republic ofThailandTimor-LesteTogoTokelauTongaTrinidad and TobagoTunisiaTurkmenistanTurks and Caicos IslandsTuvaluTürkiyeUS Minor Outlying IslandsUgandaUkraineUnited Arab EmiratesUnited KingdomUnited StatesUruguayUzbekistanVanuatuVenezuelaViet NamVirgin Islands\, BritishVirgin Islands\, U.S.Wallis and FutunaWestern SaharaYemenZambiaZimbabweÅland Islands\n Country\n \n \n Liability Waiver(Required) I agree to the Liability WaiverBy checking this box\, I release\, hold harmless\, and indemnify the Kaiserman JCC and the Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia\, as well as its agents and employees\, from and against any liability on their part\, of any kind whatsoever\, which may arise in any manner\, from use of the JCC’s facilities.\n\nAdditionally\, I understand that photos or videos of myself or my family members may be taken during participation in JCC programs or use of its facilities. 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URL:https://www.phillyjcc.com/event/june-pool-shabbat/ LOCATION:Kaiserman JCC\, 45 Haverford Rd\, Wynnewood\, PA\, 19096\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.phillyjcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/IMG_5949-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Barrie%20Mittica":MAILTO:bmittica@phillyjcc.com END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR