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SUMMARY:Gems at the J | Thou Shalt Journal
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an easy\, meaningful hour of Torah learning\, guided journaling\, and conversation. Each week we’ll explore Torah ideas and use short prompts from Thou Shalt Journal to reflect and connect. \nAri Sasson\, a Philadelphia native and 2024 Vanderbilt graduate\, created Thou Shalt Journal to help people engage Torah with guided prompts for real-life reflection. His work combines a love of Jewish learning with a practical\, accessible approach to personal growth. \nClick here to register!
URL:https://www.phillyjcc.com/event/journal/2026-04-27/
LOCATION:Kaiserman JCC\, 45 Haverford Rd\, Wynnewood\, PA\, 19096\, United States
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SUMMARY:Gems at the J | Review America’s Founding Documents
DESCRIPTION:Review America’s founding documents and understand these essential documents better including their fundamental ideas and the major principles underlying the U.S. Constitution. Primary sources include the Declaration of Independence\, the Articles of the Confederation\, the Constitution (including the Bill of Rights)\, The Federalist Papers (numbers 51\, 69\, 70\, 78)\, Brutus #1\, and Martin Luther King Jr.’s Letter from the Birmingham City Jail. Since this is the first time Jules is teaching this course\, he will see how much can be covered in four 1-hour classes. \nClick here to register!
URL:https://www.phillyjcc.com/event/usadocs/2026-04-27/
LOCATION:Kaiserman JCC\, 45 Haverford Rd\, Wynnewood\, PA\, 19096\, United States
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SUMMARY:Gems at the J | Canasta Club
DESCRIPTION:Every Monday\, Except on Holidays \nCome to the JCC and join friends to play Canasta. Knowledge of how to play the game is required – Canasta Club has no facilitators. Feel free to bring snacks! \nNo need to register\, just c’mon by!
URL:https://www.phillyjcc.com/event/gems-at-the-j-canasta-club-5/2026-04-27/
LOCATION:Kaiserman JCC\, 45 Haverford Rd\, Wynnewood\, PA\, 19096\, United States
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SUMMARY:Gems at the J | Women of Valor Film Series
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a unique series of films the showcase powerful Jewish women\, breaking molds and leaving impressions on our hearts. Here’s the lineup:\nApril 27 – Governess (1998)\nMay 4 – Yentl (1983)\nMay 11 – The Goldbergs (1950)\nMay 18 – Between the Temples (2024) \nClick here to register!
URL:https://www.phillyjcc.com/event/valorfilms/2026-04-27/
LOCATION:Kaiserman JCC\, 45 Haverford Rd\, Wynnewood\, PA\, 19096\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Gems":MAILTO:gems@phillyjcc.com
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SUMMARY:Gems at the J | Drawing Fundamentals
DESCRIPTION:BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND!! When we were children\, almost all of us had the experience of drawing and making art; but frequently we may have received the message that only a few privileged people had “the gift”\, “the talent”\, “the special skill” to produce “real Art”…so many people gave up and stopped drawing altogether. No matter what your skill-level\, your past experience (or lack of experience)\, or your age\, my goal is always the same…to have you succeed with your creativity and imagination\, to learn to SEE after many-lookings\, and to have fun doing it. So let’s open that door\, and let’s have some fun doing it! \nClick here to register!
URL:https://www.phillyjcc.com/event/gemsdraw/2026-04-28/
LOCATION:Kaiserman JCC\, 45 Haverford Rd\, Wynnewood\, PA\, 19096\, United States
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SUMMARY:Israeli Dancing
DESCRIPTION: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. \n$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.  \nQuestions? Email rachel@phillyjcc.com  \n(Unlimited monthly fitness class pass holders can email Jamie@phillyjcc.com for a discount code on the full series)
URL:https://www.phillyjcc.com/event/2025israelidance/2026-04-29/
LOCATION:Kaiserman JCC\, 45 Haverford Rd\, Wynnewood\, PA\, 19096\, United States
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SUMMARY:Gems at the J | OMG\, Can You Believe?! with Melton Hebrew University of Jerusalem
DESCRIPTION:In this six-week exploratory course\, we’ll dive into the BIG questions around God and God’s relationship to Humankind. We’ll examine the many different understandings of God\, free will\, and mitzvot expressed by Jewish philosophers\, rabbis\, leaders past and present — and you. We’ll explore the divine\, the prophetic\, and even the supernatural\, as we amplify and dissect your deepest God-questions. Just do not expect to leave with any final answers. \nLesson 1 – God-ness Gracious \nLesson 2 – The Human Journey: Are we there yet?! \nLesson 3 – If not-for-Prophets… \nLesson 4 – The Super\, the Natural\, and the Supernatural \nLesson 5 – Wins and Sins: Do God and Free Will Go Together? \nLesson 6 – There’s a Mitzvah for that! \nPlease enter this coupon code on the checkout page: KJCC50\, for the $50 class rate. \nClick here to register for this program through Melton!
URL:https://www.phillyjcc.com/event/omgmelton/2026-04-29/
LOCATION:Kaiserman JCC\, 45 Haverford Rd\, Wynnewood\, PA\, 19096\, United States
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SUMMARY:Book Talk with Maya Arad
DESCRIPTION:The acclaimed Israeli author Maya Arad\, whose recent books were translated into English (Happy New Year and The Hebrew Teacher)\, will discuss her books\, writing in Hebrew in the US. This program is a collaboration with Har Zion Temple: Open a Book Open Your Mind program \nClick here to register!
URL:https://www.phillyjcc.com/event/aradbook/
LOCATION:Kaiserman JCC\, 45 Haverford Rd\, Wynnewood\, PA\, 19096\, United States
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SUMMARY:Gems at the J | NYC Trip - The Great Gatsby on Broadway
DESCRIPTION:Step into the glitz and glamour of the Roaring Twenties with the Tony Award winning The Great Gatsby musical on Broadway. This\, jazz-infused adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s novel brings to life the story of eccentric millionaire Jay Gatsby and his tragic\, lifelong pursuit of Daisy Buchanan\, the woman he has loved since youth. Let the champagne bubble and the flappers dance the night away at this one-of-a-kind party at the Broadway Theatre. \nPlease register below by April 9! \nJoin us for a fun day in the New York City! Price includes round trip transportation\, orchestra seats\, and gratuities. Price does not include lunch. Book your own reservation for your favorite restaurant around the theater district. \nBus leaves sharply at 8:30am from the Kaiserman JCC and returns around 7:30pm. \n Register For Broadway Trip Here\n 
URL:https://www.phillyjcc.com/event/greatgatsby/
LOCATION:Kaiserman JCC\, 45 Haverford Rd\, Wynnewood\, PA\, 19096\, United States
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SUMMARY:Gems at the J | Mahjong Open Play
DESCRIPTION:Facilitators: Helene Rosenfeldt and Sharon Dunoff \nThis playtime is for people who KNOW how to play\, from beginner to advanced. If interested in learning how to play Mahjong for the first time\, please email Rachel at rsakofs@phillyjcc.com \nRegistration not required\, just come on by!
URL:https://www.phillyjcc.com/event/gems-at-the-j-mahjong-open-play-5/2026-04-30/
LOCATION:Kaiserman JCC\, 45 Haverford Rd\, Wynnewood\, PA\, 19096\, United States
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SUMMARY:Gems at the J | Cholent & Conversations
DESCRIPTION:Our popular series of Cholent & Conversations will continue. Conversation is accompanied by a warm cup of kosher vegetarian cholent. \nMay 1\, Rabbi Moriah will be discussing “Between Pesach and Shavuot – Opportunities and Missed Opportunities.” \nJune 5\, Rabbi Gila will discuss “Honor Your Father and Mother: real life challenges in the 21st century.” \nClick here to register!
URL:https://www.phillyjcc.com/event/springcholent26/2026-05-01/
LOCATION:Kaiserman JCC\, 45 Haverford Rd\, Wynnewood\, PA\, 19096\, United States
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