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SUMMARY:Gems at the J | Winter Registration Brunch
DESCRIPTION:Open House: Brunch and Winter Course Registration \nCome and register for upcoming courses and classes in-person\, while enjoying some fun and healthy brunch fare! \nPlease bring your curiosity\, calendar\, and enthusiasm\, plus your insurance card so we can make sure you are getting the most out of your benefits. \nClick here to register for this event!
URL:https://www.phillyjcc.com/event/wintergemsregistration/
LOCATION:Kaiserman JCC\, 45 Haverford Rd\, Wynnewood\, PA\, 19096\, United States
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SUMMARY:Gems at the J | Israeli Dancing with RakDan
DESCRIPTION:Cost: $10/Class or $5/With Fitness Class Pass or Insurance \nTo use the unlimited monthly class pass or insurance\, please select the $5 option at registration and tell us at check in. \nInstructor: Don Schillinger\, Philadelphia area Israeli Dance Teacher \nIsraeli 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. You can choose to participate in the dance lessons\, or come to listen to the music and watch the dancing if you prefer. Even after the class is done\, you will be smiling and singing the songs! This gems-sponsored class is open to adults of all ages. \nClick here to register!
URL:https://www.phillyjcc.com/event/israeli-dancing-jan/
LOCATION:Kaiserman JCC\, 45 Haverford Rd\, Wynnewood\, PA\, 19096\, United States
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SUMMARY:Gems at the J | Wise Fools: A Journey Through Jewish Clowning
DESCRIPTION:4 Wednesdays\, January 8 – January 29 | 2PM – 3PM | $48\nExplore the rich tradition of fools\, jesters\, and clowns within Jewish history through an engaging lecture and hands-on movement activities. This class will blend stories\, historical context\, and physical expression\, allowing participants to learn while experiencing the art of clowning firsthand. Perfect for those interested in both the history and the playful spirit of clowning\, with a focus on its Jewish significance. \nClick here to register\nInstructor Danielle Levsky (they/she) is a multidisciplinary theater artist\, specializing in clowning\, physical theater\, and movement education. \nInterested in coming to just one or a few sessions? Email rachel@phillyjcc.com
URL:https://www.phillyjcc.com/event/wise-fools/2025-01-08/
LOCATION:Kaiserman JCC\, 45 Haverford Rd\, Wynnewood\, PA\, 19096\, United States
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SUMMARY:Gems at the J | Towering Genius:  Abraham Lincoln\, His Life\, Assassination\, and Lineage
DESCRIPTION:4 Thursdays\, January 9 – January 30 | 10AM – 11AM | $48 (Must register for all dates)\nAbraham Lincoln’s political views were deeply rooted in the principles of the Declaration of Independence\, a sentiment he shared with the nation’s founders. Born into modest circumstances\, Lincoln worked his way up from riverboat laborer to attorney\, state legislator\, U.S. Congressman\, and eventually President. His stepmother\, Sarah Bush Lincoln\, fostered his love for reading by giving him a Bible\, helping make him one of the most biblically literate U.S. presidents. This course explores Lincoln’s Constitution\, his political philosophy\, his relationships with both the political and Jewish communities\, and his life’s story\, including his assassination. \nClick here to register\nInstructor Herb Kaufman possesses a Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree from Temple University. After completing a career as a Human Resources Executive\, he has been a teacher\, lecturer\, and living historian for more than 20 years. \nInterested in coming to just one or a few sessions? Email rachel@phillyjcc.com
URL:https://www.phillyjcc.com/event/abraham-lincoln/2025-01-09/
LOCATION:Kaiserman JCC\, 45 Haverford Rd\, Wynnewood\, PA\, 19096\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Arts and Culture
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SUMMARY:Gems at the J | Cholent and Conversations
DESCRIPTION: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.\nJanuary 10 – Rabbi Claire Green\nFebruary 7 – Rabbi Yonah Gross\nMarch 7 – Rabbi Lilli Shvartsmann\nApril 4 – Cantor Emeritus Eliot \nClick here to register for this class series!\nPlease note: if you are registering for more than one class in the series but not the entire series\, you will have to add each class to your cart individually. If you are having trouble registering for a drop-in class\, please email Rachel 
URL:https://www.phillyjcc.com/event/wintercholent/2025-01-10/
LOCATION:Kaiserman JCC\, 45 Haverford Rd\, Wynnewood\, PA\, 19096\, United States
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