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Jewish Philadelphia will be a 3 part course with Michael Schatz is covering the following topics: Colonial era through the German Jewish period of the 19th century The great immigration and Jewish Quarter/ South Philly Jewish neighborhoods of the 20th century, through about 1960

Explore political topics in this 5 week class with Bill Rosenberg. Oct. 1, 2026: The Future of U.S. and Diaspora Support for Israel Explore how political, cultural, and generational changes are reshaping the relationship between Israel and Jewish communities in the U.S. and around the world, and what these shifts mean for the future of Jewish peoplehood. Oct. 15, 2026: How Have Organizations Such as the ADL and ACLU Increased or Lessened Support for Jews and Jewish Causes Over Time? Examine how the missions and priorities of organizations like the ADL and ACLU have evolved, and how those changes have influenced support for Jewish communities, civil rights, and public discourse. Oct. 29, 2026: What Is the Likely […]

Come for 3 weekly tours of The Charms of Fairmont Park. Each week we will head to a different historical landmark and take a tour to learn about the stories that helped shaped the history of Philadelphia. The tours will include; Strawberry Mansion (10/8), Laural Hill Mansion(10/15), and Woodford Mansion (10/22). Within the grounds of […]