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SUMMARY:Gems at the J | Jewish Life in Atlantic City
DESCRIPTION:Jewish Life in Atlantic City takes you on a nostalgic trip from the bustling streets of the Inlet to the bright lights of the Boardwalk. Discover the Jewish-owned hotels\, kosher restaurants\, shops\, and beloved businesses that helped make Atlantic City famous\, along with the lost synagogues that once anchored Jewish life in Atlantic City\, Margate\, and Ventnor. It is a look back at the people\, places\, and memories that made the shore such a special Jewish destination over the past 130 years. Brunch will be served. \nJosh Cutler is a Ph.D. student in Holocaust Studies at Gratz College and holds an M.A. in Holocaust and Genocide Studies from Stockton University. He has served as Program Director at the Marjorie & Lewis Katz Jewish Community Center\, Camp Director of JCC Camp By the Sea\, and Executive Director of the Board of Jewish Education of Atlantic & Cape May Counties. Josh leads tours to lesser known Jewish communities around the world. His greatest naches comes from raising his sons\, AJ and Noah. \nClick here to register!
URL:https://www.phillyjcc.com/event/jewish-ac/
LOCATION:Kaiserman JCC\, 45 Haverford Rd\, Wynnewood\, PA\, 19096\, United States
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SUMMARY:Gems at the J | Greats of the West End
DESCRIPTION:In this course with Leila Joffe\, we will explore some of the greatest musical theater performers from the UK. We will highlight exceptional talents such as Julie Andrews\, Michael Ball\, Elaine Paige\, Michael Crawford\, and other great performers. \nClick here to register!
URL:https://www.phillyjcc.com/event/west-end/2026-11-17/
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. \nCost:\n$350 – full series (September 2026 through June 2027)\n$180 – 2026 classes ONLY (September 2026 through December 2026)\n$18 – drop-in rate. \nTo register\, you must purchase either a full series unlimited package or a drop-in class. \nPlease note: We will be transitioning to a new registration system in October. You can still purchase the full series package and it will transfer over. Please use this link to register for Israeli Dancing in September and October. Registration for November through June dates will be available soon. \nClick Here to register for an Israeli Dancing Class in September or October\nQuestions? Email rachel@phillyjcc.com  \nThis program is not eligible for use with unlimited monthly fitness class pass\, fitness 10 class pass\, or fitness drop-in class passes. Unlimited monthly fitness class pass holders can email Jamie@phillyjcc.com for a discount code on the full series \nTime: 11:30AM-12:30PM \nDates for Israeli Dancing 26-27:\nSeptember 23\, 2026\nSeptember 30\, 2026\nOctober 7\, 2026\nOctober 14\, 2026\nOctober 21\, 2026\nOctober 28\, 2026\nNovember 4\, 2026\nNovember 11\, 2026\nNovember 18\, 2026\nDecember 2\, 2026\nDecember 9\, 2026\nDecember 16\, 2026\nJanuary 6\, 2027\nJanuary 13\, 2027\nJanuary 20\, 2027\nJanuary 27\, 2027\nFebruary 3\, 2027\nFebruary 10\, 2027\nFebruary 17\, 2027\nFebruary 24\, 2027\nMarch 3\, 2027\nMarch 10\, 2027\nMarch 17\, 2027\nMarch 31\, 2027\nApril 7\, 2027\nApril 14\, 2027\nMay 5\, 2027\nMay 19\, 2027\nMay 26\, 2027\nJune 2\, 2027\nJune 9\, 2027
URL:https://www.phillyjcc.com/event/israeli-dancing/2026-11-18/
LOCATION:Kaiserman JCC\, 45 Haverford Rd\, Wynnewood\, PA\, 19096\, United States
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SUMMARY:Gems at the J | Political Affairs
DESCRIPTION:Explore political topics in this 5 week class with Bill Rosenberg. \nOct. 1\, 2026: The Future of U.S. and Diaspora Support for Israel\nExplore 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. \nOct. 15\, 2026: How Have Organizations Such as the ADL and ACLU Increased or Lessened Support for Jews and Jewish Causes Over Time?\nExamine 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. \nOct. 29\, 2026: What Is the Likely Future of the U.S. Midterm Elections?\nExplore key issues\, polling trends\, and voter behavior to better understand the possible outcomes of the upcoming midterm elections and their impact on American politics. \nNov. 12\, 2026: Combatting Antisemitism\nDiscuss the rise of antisemitism in the U.S. and around the world\, and explore practical strategies for advocacy\, education\, and building resilient communities. \nNov. 19\, 2026: How Has the Jewish Vote Changed Over Time in the U.S.?\nTrace the evolution of Jewish voting patterns in the United States\, exploring how immigration\, historical events\, and changing political priorities have shaped the Jewish vote over time. \nClick here to register!
URL:https://www.phillyjcc.com/event/fall-pa/2026-11-19/
LOCATION:Kaiserman JCC\, 45 Haverford Rd\, Wynnewood\, PA\, 19096\, United States
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SUMMARY:Gems at the J | Zentangle
DESCRIPTION:Zentangle has been described as a spiritual art practice which enhances mindfulness and self awareness\, decreases stress and calms the mind. \nIn this relaxing\, creative\, meditative and quite fun workshop\, you will learn 4 to 6 basic Zentangle patterns. Each structured pattern will be broken down into small steps and what results are beautiful creative and unique images. Tangles are created on small paper tiles using a special black drawing pen. You will leave class confident in your unique\, creative expression. In this monthly series\, each workshop will have a seasonal theme. All materials graciously provided by a grant from DickBlick Art Materials. \nNovember 19th – After creating a watercolor background\, we will create a beautiful fall feather.\nDecember 3rd – Tangle a menorah and leave the flames empty for you to tangle yourselves each night of Hanukkah. \nMindy Shapiro is a long time Jewish educator\, a CZT\, a certified Zentangle teacher\, a papercut and book artist. \nClick here to register!
URL:https://www.phillyjcc.com/event/fall-zen/2026-11-19/
LOCATION:Kaiserman JCC\, 45 Haverford Rd\, Wynnewood\, PA\, 19096\, United States
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SUMMARY:Gems at the J | Mahjong Lessons
DESCRIPTION:Join our engaging classes to learn the rules\, strategies\, and social fun of this classic tile game. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to sharpen your skills\, our welcoming sessions offer a great way to connect\, challenge your mind\, and enjoy the camaraderie of fellow players. \nClick here to register!
URL:https://www.phillyjcc.com/event/fall-mahjong/2026-11-19/
LOCATION:Kaiserman JCC\, 45 Haverford Rd\, Wynnewood\, PA\, 19096\, United States
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SUMMARY:Gems at the J | Sudoku with Len Huber
DESCRIPTION:Come sharpen your mind and learn the classic newspaper game\, SUDOKU. \nClick here to register!
URL:https://www.phillyjcc.com/event/sudoku/
LOCATION:Kaiserman JCC\, 45 Haverford Rd\, Wynnewood\, PA\, 19096\, United States
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