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. Click here!
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 Click here to register! Price is for all […]
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! Click here to register!
New Date! (Rescheduled from 1/27) To commemorate Yom Hashoah, the JCC will present an in-person screening of the documentary, 999 The Forgotten Girls, which sheds light on a wrenching true story. In March 1942, nearly 1000 young Slovak Jewish women, mostly teenagers, told by their government that they were embarking on a work assignment, were […]
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. Click here to register!
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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. Click here!
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. Click here to register!
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 […]
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. Click here!
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 Click here to register! Price is for all […]
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! Click here to register!
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 […]
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. Click here to register!
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 […]
Philadelphians have achieved a variety of notable accomplishments. We will learn about the knowns and the unknowns as we take a bus tours of Laurel Hill Cemetery. Minimal walking required - transportation is included, we will stay in the climate-controlled bus, with warm beverages. 2/12 - This Sporting Life at Laurel Hill West "Laurel Hill West is the final resting place for many sports Hall of Fame members--two for baseball, two for tennis, two for skiing and snowboarding, plus hockey and college football and golf. You'll meet the man who invented progressive resistance weightlifting, the first woman to […]
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. Click here!
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. Click here!
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 Click here to register! Price is for all […]
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! Click here to register!
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 […]
A 3-session art therapy group for older adults to reflect on relationships that have shaped their lives and to explore the possibility of new connections. Through creativity and conversation, participants will express the bonds that matter most, understand how relationships evolve, and imagine ways to cultivate connection in this stage of life. This class is […]
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 […]
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 […]
Join us for a 2 week Documentary Screening to honor Black History Month with film Director Ari Beser. Ari Beser is a documentary filmmaker best known as the director of Generation Rwanda. His work focuses on youth voices, social justice, and stories shaped by conflict, identity, and resilience. Through an intimate, character-driven approach, Beser centers […]
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 […]
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. Click here!
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. Click here!
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 Click here to register! Price is for all […]
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! Click here to register!
A 3-session art therapy group for older adults to reflect on relationships that have shaped their lives and to explore the possibility of new connections. Through creativity and conversation, participants will express the bonds that matter most, understand how relationships evolve, and imagine ways to cultivate connection in this stage of life. This class is […]
Join us at the JFCS Brodsky Center for a special volunteer session dedicated to JCC GEMS participants. Volunteers will work together in our teaching kitchen to help prepare nourishing meals for community members facing food insecurity. This hands-on program offers a meaningful way to give back, connect with others, and support older adults in our […]
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 […]
Come us the GEMS community as we get into the Purim spirit with some musical parodies, laughs and entertainment with Noam Cohen! BYOB, appetizers and desserts will be provided. Click here to register!
Join us for a trip to Ambler to see PROOF at the Act II Playhouse and lunch! The 2001 Pulitzer Prize winner for Drama, Proof tells the story of a troubled young woman, Catherine, who has spent years caring for her ailing father, a brilliant mathematician. Following his death, she must now confront her own […]
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. Click here!
Each month, join Rachel Sakofs—our very own Gems manager and a registered dietitian—for fresh insights on food, eating, and overall health. Sponsored by IBX. TOPIC: Heart Health Click here to register for Eat Well Be Well!
Sunday: 8:00 am-6:00 pm
Monday-Thursday: 8:00 am-9:00 pm
Friday-Saturday: 8:00 am-6:00 pm
JCC Building Hours
