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Gems at the J | Learn and Light Bites: Heart Health Awareness
2026-02-17 12:00 - 13:15 (America/New_York) | Kaiserman JCC, 45 Haverford Rd, Wynnewood, PA, 19096, United States
Topic: Heart Health Awareness: Learn, Play, and Thrive
Speaker: Abby Riley
Celebrate Heart Health Month with an interactive session focused on understanding and improving your cardiovascular wellness. Join Abby Riley for fun, educational games that highlight key heart health facts, risk factors, and simple lifestyle changes you can make to protect your heart. This engaging experience will leave you motivated and equipped to take charge of your heart health for a stronger, healthier life.
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Gems at the J | Beautiful Broadway Ballads
2026-02-17 11:15 - 12:15, 2026-02-10 11:15 - 12:15
We will look back at some of the greatest ballads written for the Broadway stage. We will explore hit ballads from Irving Berlin, George Gershwin, Lerner and Loewe, Cole Porter, Rodgers and Hart, Rodgers and Hammerstein, Leonard Bernstein, and other composers!
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Dynamic NeuroMoves - Parkinson's Fitness
2026-02-17 10:30 - 12:30, 2026-02-12 10:30 - 12:30, 2026-02-10 10:30 - 12:30, 2026-02-05 10:30 - 12:30
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, and live more fully.
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Gems at the J | Film Series - Young Jews Uncovering the Past
2026-02-16 13:00 - 15:00, 2026-02-09 13:00 - 15:00
The films in this series feature young people coming to terms with the stories of the suffering of their ancestors in Europe. All are important and beautiful.
2/2: Everything Illuminated 2005
2/9: A Real Pain 2024
2/16: Ida 2013
2/23: The Unspoken 2023
3/2: White Bird 2024
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Price is for all 4 sessions. If you would like to come to just one or a few sessions, email rskaofs@phillyjcc.com

Gems at the J | American Crafts of the 1776 Era
2026-02-16 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-02-09 11:00 - 12:00
Travel back to the era of the American Revolution through hands-on crafting, with our own Rachel Sakofs. Learn traditional techniques such as tin punching, soap carving, and historical paper crafts. All materials provided.
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Kid's Gym
2026-02-15 08:30 - 10:00, 2026-02-08 08:30 - 10:00
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 playtime. Make friends, burn off some energy, and get some exercise in these cold winter months.
November 30, 2025 – April 19, 2026
No Kid’d Gym on: 12/28, 3/1, 3/15, 3/22
Cost:
$7 / Single Session
$50 / 10-Session Pass (save $20)
$120 / Unlimited Pass (save $48)
Purchase a Session or Pass for Kid’s Gym
We are now doing payment and registration through EZ Facility. You may already have an EZ Facility Account, especially if you have ever participated in swim lessons or enrichment classes. To learn more about creating an account and purchasing, click here for a detailed walkthrough. Pre-registration is preferred but not required.
The front desk will check you in upon arrival. The front desk can also help you purchase and schedule future sessions.
Need assistance purchasing a pass through EZ Facility? Email us!
Please note: All Kid’s Gym Passes expire on 4/21/2026. Any unused sessions must be redeemed before that date.

KidsTime School's Out Trips
2026-02-13 08:00 - 18:00, 2026-02-12 08:00 - 18:00
LMSD students in grades K–5 are invited to join us on their days off from school for trips to Gravity Vault (Thursday) and SkyZone (Friday). After we return to the JCC, we will conclude the day with crafts, games and activities. Drop-off and pick-up will take place at the Kaiserman JCC (this program includes after-care. Pickup is at the JCC by 6pm.) Please note that lunch is not included, so children should bring a bag lunch and water bottle for the day. Sneakers are required for the trip.
Please register using the child’s name and information. Please complete an additional registration for each additional child. In the comments section of registration, please list any allergies we may need to know. You must register for each trip individually.
Click here to register for Gravity Vault Trip 2/12!
Click here to register for SkyZone Trip 2/13!

Screenagers Film Program - A Conversation About Teens, Smartphones, and Social Media
2026-02-12 19:00 - 21:00
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 topics such as preparing for college, navigating social media and digital life, understanding Jewish life on campus today, and learning about meaningful Israel experiences. Each program invites teens and parents to learn together, ask questions, and feel more confident moving forward.
Join us for a screening of Screenagers, a powerful documentary that explores the impact of smartphones and social media on teenagers’ mental health, relationships, and learning. Following the film, there will be guided discussion to help parents and teens better understand digital habits and how to create healthier boundaries together.
Facilitated by: Alex Bird Becker, Delco Unplugged
Panelists:
Mike McLeod (ADHD & Executive Function Specialist, GrowNow ADHD)
Jen Rice (Marriage & Family Therapist)
Dr. Jenna Higgins (Pediatrician, Nemours)
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Gems at the J | Mahjong Lessons
2026-02-12 13:00 - 14:30, 2026-02-05 13:00 - 14:30
Come learn the basics of Mah Jong!
You will learn the tiles, hands and rules of the game.
No experience required, just bring your curiosity.
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Subres Initiative - Hearing Israel Through the Voices of Young Israelis
2026-02-11 18:30 - 20:00
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 topics such as preparing for college, navigating social media and digital life, understanding Jewish life on campus today, and learning about meaningful Israel experiences. Each program invites teens and parents to learn together, ask questions, and feel more confident moving forward.
Meet Illay and Iddo, two young Israelis who chose to take a gap year before their IDF service to dedicate their time to Hasbara and community engagement across North America. Through their personal stories and experiences, they offer an honest and firsthand perspective on what life in Israel looks like today and how current events are shaping their generation. This program invites teens and families to engage, ask questions, and hear directly from those living the reality.
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Israeli Dancing
2026-02-11 11:30 - 12:30
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 full series unlimited package or a drop-in class. (Your unlimited monthly fitness class pass, fitness 10 class pass, or fitness drop-in class passes are not eligible.) Then use this link to schedule for the dates you are coming to.
Questions? Email rachel@phillyjcc.com
(Unlimited monthly fitness class pass holders can email Jamie@phillyjcc.com for a discount code on the full series)

Gems at the J | Canasta Lessons
2026-02-11 11:00 - 12:30
Canasta is a fun, fast-paced card game of strategy and teamwork. This class is for beginners, who have never played before. Come challenge your mind to a new card game, in a small group setting.
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Tai Chi
2026-02-11 11:00 - 12:00
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 to the complete routine by week five. Practicing briefly at home between classes will enhance your results.
Active unlimited monthly class pass holders can take this class for only $40.
This class is for adults of all ages!
Click here to register for Tai Chi 5 Week Series!

Bagel Brunch
2026-02-08 11:15 - 12:30
After your workout at our fitness classes we invite you to join us for a light brunch at the J while shmoozing with friends. Bagels and cream cheese will be provided. Feel free to bring an additional dish or side to share!
$6 online or $5 cash at the door. If you would like to pay in cash, please select the correct option during registration.
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Through My Eyes - Connecting Jews From Around the World
2026-02-08 11:00 - 12:00
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 simultaneous exhibition across all communities.
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PJs, Parfaits & Havdalah - Shavua Tov Concert
2026-02-07 18:15 - 19:30
Come join us for an evening of fun and songs for ALL ages with Eliana Light, TBHBE & JKidPhilly!
-6:15pm – Welcome and Parfaits
-6:30pm – Havdalah
-6:40pm – Family Concert
-7:30pm – Lyla Tov (Goodnight)
$18 for a family of 3-6 people or $6 for an individual
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Pop-up Dance Tone with Olga
2026-02-07 09:30 - 10:30
Dance Tone is a dance-based workout class featuring hip-hop, cardio, and Latin Zumba-inspired choreography. This class delivers a fun, full-body workout designed for all levels with easy to follow repetitive movements and high energy music.
About the Intructor, Olga: I grew up as a competitive Latin ballroom dancer and discovered dance fitness as a way to stay active and grounded during the intense years of
medical school. Dance has always been my outlet, and I love sharing that energy through classes that are fun, empowering, and accessible for everyone.
This class is $18/drop in or you can use your unlimited monthly class pass.
Please join us on both or either of our class dates on 2/3 and 2/7!
Click here to register for 2/3!
Click here to register for 2/7!

Gems at the J | Tu Bishvat Seder
2026-02-06 12:15 - 13:15
Celebrate the “New Year of the Trees” with a meaningful Tu Bishvat seder with Rabbi Hanoch Fields. Enjoy tasting symbolic fruits, exploring themes of growth and renewal, and sharing reflections rooted in Jewish traditions. Light lunch will be served.
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Gems at the J | Tzedek Tzedek Tirdof: American Jews and Social Justice
2026-02-05 12:30 - 13:30
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. With Dr. Reena Sigman Friedman.
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Gems at the J | Political Affairs
2026-02-05 11:15 - 12:15
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 limit our choices in fall general elections? What is the invisible primary.
What does the outlook for political leaders look like over the next 5 years?
What has the role of Women on the Supreme Court been? (a March Date during Women’s History Month)
Topics may change due to the political landscape of the time.
Date for the classes will be Jan. 8, Jan. 15, Feb. 5, Feb 19, March 5, 2026, with a Snow Date of March 26, 2026.
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Film Screening - My Missing Screw
2026-02-04 19:00 - 21:00
Join the Kaiserman JCC, JFCS of Greater Philadelphia and Tikvah for a screening of the moving Israeli documentary My Missing Screw
Raffael makes art to stay alive, literally.
He sculpts his own Missing Screw and takes it on an epic journey around the world, re-inventing himself, his art, and his family along the way.
Accompanying the screening, will be a discussion on creating positive mental practices for our lives.
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