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 […]
With Miryam Coopersmith | Sundays, March 23- April 6, 2025 | 10:30am - 12pm | $60 Yiddish dance offers many joyful and playful ways to dance to klezmer music: in a line, a circle, with a partner, or on your own. Join Miryam Coppersmith to learn about the history of "dancing Jewish," explore the different […]
4 Tuesdays, March 4 – April 1 | 12:30PM - 2:30PM | No Class 3/18 | $48 (Must register for all dates) Being a grandparent is like no other experience. We love our grandchildren so deeply and so fully and want nothing more than to have them take this love into their future. In this […]
Trip to Broadway Musical Buena Vista Social Club | Wednesday, April 2, 2025 | 8:30am-7pm | $241 Join us for the new musical Buena Vista Social Club on Broadway. Inspired by true events, the new Broadway musical BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUB™ brings the GRAMMY® Award-winning album to thrilling life—and tells the story of the legends who lived it. A world-class Afro-Cuban band joins a sensational cast of musicians, actors, and dancers from around the world for an authentic experience unlike any you’ve seen or heard before. Don’t miss this unforgettable tale of big dreams, second chances, and the power of art to help us survive. Join us for a fun day in New York City! Price includes orchestra seats, round trip transportation, and gratuities. Price does not include lunch. Book your own reservation for lunch near the theater district. Register Here
We are thrilled to extend a warm invitation to you to join us for a special celebration at the Philly JCC Early Learning Center: Our second annual GrandFriends Day! Parents: Please send this to the special GrandFriends in your children's lives! We are extending an invite to join us for some bagels and spreads; to […]
Each month we will meet a different Rabbi or Jewish educator from the community, who will share with us their wisdom about the Jewish connections in text impacting the world today. Vegetarian Kosher Cholent will be served. January 10 - Rabbi Claire Green February 7 - Rabbi Yonah Gross March 7 - Rabbi Lilli Shvartsmann […]
With Miryam Coopersmith | Sundays, March 23- April 6, 2025 | 10:30am - 12pm | $60 Yiddish dance offers many joyful and playful ways to dance to klezmer music: in a line, a circle, with a partner, or on your own. Join Miryam Coppersmith to learn about the history of "dancing Jewish," explore the different […]
Get Ready for Passover at the Kaiserman JCC with Shira and Einav, our Israeli ShinShiniyot. Join us for Passover games, activities, and more. The recommended ages for this event are 3-9, but all are welcome! Cost is for the entire family. Register for Passover Fun
Our dynamic exercise class with Danielle Illfelder PT, DPT designed to enhance strength, improve posture, and boost balance through mindful movements. Perfect for all fitness levels, this class will help you build a strong, balanced body and a confident stance. Danielle Illfelder, PT, DPT is a clinical physical therapist with a special interest in neurology, […]
Medicine with Pharmacy Residents | Tuesday, April 8, 2025 | 12PM - 1:15PM | Free Speaker: Pharmacy Residents Topic: Medicine & Over-the-Counter Drugs Each month we will bring a different speaker from Main Line Health to discuss health and wellness topics. Lunch cosponsored by Tikvah. Please join us from 11-11:45 before the lecture for a $5 […]
Come to one or all of these free afternoon programs on finding community and resources while aging. We will be joined by guests from Main Line Health, Senior Living Specialists Philly, Right At Home, and more. March 5 - Aging with Dignity with Sebastiano Porcu, MD, Main Line Health March 19 - The Science of […]
Open House: Brunch and Spring Course Registration Come learn about our Spring Courses and trips! This open-house style brunch allows you to sign up, ask questions and enjoy a fun brunch, while catching up with other members of the Gems community! Plus, special bonus, Brian Cohen, a local technology guru, will be here to answer […]
Come a play a round or two with the Gems Community with a little friendly competition in Open Play Board Games Scrabble or Rummikub! Suggested donation $5. Click here to register for the April Board Game Club
Come to one or all of these free afternoon programs on finding community and resources while aging. We will be joined by guests from Main Line Health, Senior Living Specialists Philly, Right At Home, and more. March 5 - Aging with Dignity with Sebastiano Porcu, MD, Main Line Health March 19 - The Science of […]
MIND YOUR NATURE! How nature can positively affect our minds $72 for entire course, $60 with fitness unlimited package, or $15 per drop-in Research shows that being in nature can reduce stress levels and increase wellbeing. The number one predictor of wellbeing and a healthy life is the quality of your relationships and connections to the […]
Power Your Day with Soom! Join Amy Zitelman, CEO & Co-Founder of Soom Tahini, for a delicious and interactive tasting and cooking experience. Discover how to use silky-smooth Soom Tahini & Soom Chocolate Tahini in easy, nutritious breakfasts and snacks for the whole family. Hands-On Demo – Make and taste chocolate chip cookie dough bites, […]
Grade 8 | Sunday, April 27 | 10AM-2PM |$50 (Transportation Included) Ready to hit the trails and make new friends? Join our Spring Into Adventure: Teen Hiking Program! This exciting outdoor experience is designed just for 8th graders in the Philly area who love exploring nature and trying new things. 🌳 What to Expect: • Discover some of the most beautiful and scenic trails in the Wissahickon Valley Park • Team Challenges & Activities: Fun games and nature-based learning to build leadership and teamwork skills. • Eco-Exploration: Learn about local wildlife, conservation, and how to hike responsibly. • Make New Friends: Connect with other teens who share your love of the great outdoors! Let’s get outside and make unforgettable memories this spring! Transportation is included. We will meet at the Kaiserman JCC at 10am before headed to the trails. Click here to register for the April teen hike
Join us for a day of charity and camaraderie at our Second Annual Tee Time for Tzedakah event hosted at Lulu Country Club: 1600 S Limekiln Pike, Glenside, PA. Swing into action for an opportunity to support Kaiserman JCC Jewish Youth Sports Programs while enjoying a round of golf with friends. Enjoy breakfast, lunch, and […]
A class focusing on smart phone photography basics. Have you wanted to use your phone's camera to the best of its abilities? Have you wanted to capture memories of your kids or grandkids but don’t know where to start? Have you been unhappy with photos you have taken because of blurry quality or unfocused images? […]
Small children; small problems. Big children, big problems: Films about American Jewish Families This series explores the journeys of Jewish families as their young adult children begin to assert their independence, leading to both comical and dramatic complications. Spanning from the early 20th to the 21st century, the films trace the immigrant experience and the […]
This lecture series explores iconic films that transitioned from the silver screen to the Broadway stage. Each session will focus on a different movie-turned-musical, examining how the story, characters, and themes were adapted for live theater. We will dive into the creative process behind these transformations, discussing the challenges and innovations involved in bringing a […]
The FUEL Program for seniors is a three part series looking into healthy aging and food as medicine for disease management. The class participants will learn about a healthy diet and understand how diet can help with disease processes such as weight gain, high blood pressure, pre-diabetes and cardiac disease. In each class we will explore nutrition […]
Bring a little greenery into your home! In this workshop with instructor Evin Rezavker, you will get the opportunity to design an upcycled terrarium for your home. All materials are included. This program is being subsidized by a generous grant. Click here to register for the Afternoon Terrarium Workshop
Gems Book Club at the Kaiserman JCC meets in person the last Wednesday of every month from 3-4pm! Please email gems@phillyjcc.com with any questions and if you need to attend virtually. This program is free with a suggested yearly donation of $36 Upcoming selections: March - The Hebrew Teacher by Maya Arad
Bring a little greenery into your home! In this workshop with instructor Evin Rezavker, you will get the opportunity to design an upcycled terrarium for your home. All materials are included. This program is being subsidized by a generous grant. Click here to register for the Evening Terrarium Workshop
Rabbi Moses ben Maimon, known as the RAMBAM in the Jewish world, and Maimonides in the philosophical world, is considered the greatest Jewish philosopher of the Middle Ages. His magnum opus, The Guide for the Perplexed, is one of the great texts of medieval philosophy. We will read excerpts from this work that deal with […]
Learn the Hebrew alphabet and special vowels. Put them together and master reading. Learn basic grammar rules, and practice them together with a limited vocabulary. Play simple games in Hebrew. With instructor Linda Jaffe. Linda Jaffe is a recent newcomer to Pennsylvania. She has been teaching young people Hebrew since 1992 after living in Israel […]
In initial discussion we will assess Hebrew levels and try speaking on finite subject matters. Intermittent review of grammar rules and build vocabulary to play out conjured scenarios in class using only Hebrew. With instructor Linda Jaffe. Linda Jaffe is a recent newcomer to Pennsylvania. She has been teaching young people Hebrew since 1992 after […]
MIND YOUR NATURE! How nature can positively affect our minds $72 for entire course, $60 with fitness unlimited package, or $15 per drop-in Research shows that being in nature can reduce stress levels and increase wellbeing. The number one predictor of wellbeing and a healthy life is the quality of your relationships and connections to the […]
Each month we will meet a different Rabbi or Jewish educator from the community, sharing their wisdom about Jewish connections in text impacting the world today with us! Cholent will be served. May 2 – Rabbi Baruch Davidson, Chabad of Bala 200 June 6 – Rabbi Eric Mollo, Main Line Reform Temple Click here to register for Spring Coolant & Conversations! If you are having trouble registering for a drop-in class, please email Rachel
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