BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Philly J - ECPv6.0.13.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.phillyjcc.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Philly J REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250512T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250512T120000 DTSTAMP:20260408T175252 CREATED:20250324T190725Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250324T190757Z UID:10002207-1747047600-1747051200@www.phillyjcc.com SUMMARY:Gems at the J | Picture Perfect Memories DESCRIPTION: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? This class will take you step by step through how to take the best photos for all your events or vacations. Some of the topics we will cover include\, but are not limited to: Smart Phone Camera App 101\, Photography basics\, How to take Portraits & Nature photography\, What makes a photo ‘good’ and editing basics. \nClick here to register for the Phone Photography Basics\nWith Instructor Siena Christopherson. Siena Christopherson is a Temple University Grad and currently seeking her Masters degree at Villanova University. In undergrad\, she studied Photojournalism and Psychology\, and now is seeking a Masters in Education to become a secondary ed teacher. Having worked for the Dow Jones News Fund\, Mural Arts Philadelphia\, and several small publications throughout the city. See some of her work at sienaspix.com \n  URL:https://www.phillyjcc.com/event/pictureperfect/2025-05-12/ LOCATION:Kaiserman JCC\, 45 Haverford Rd\, Wynnewood\, PA\, 19096\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.phillyjcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/image-1.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Gems":MAILTO:gems@phillyjcc.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250512T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250512T150000 DTSTAMP:20260408T175252 CREATED:20250324T191055Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250324T191123Z UID:10002211-1747054800-1747062000@www.phillyjcc.com SUMMARY:Gems at the J | Films about American Jewish Families DESCRIPTION:Small children; small problems. Big children\, big problems: Films about American Jewish Families \nThis 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 evolution of American family life. We’ll follow the stories of boys in the first two films and girls in the last two\, set in the vibrant Northeast U.S.\, capturing the dynamic shifts in both family and adolescence over time. \nApril 28 – Avalon (1990) \nMay 5 – Brighton Beach Memoirs (1986) \nMay 12 – Marjorie Morningstar (1958) \nMay 19 -You Are So Not Invited to my Bat Mitzvah (2023) \nClick here to register for Films about Jewish Families\nWith instructor Ruth Anolik URL:https://www.phillyjcc.com/event/jewishfamilyfilms/2025-05-12/ LOCATION:Kaiserman JCC\, 45 Haverford Rd\, Wynnewood\, PA\, 19096\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.phillyjcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/image.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Gems":MAILTO:gems@phillyjcc.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250513T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250513T120000 DTSTAMP:20260408T175252 CREATED:20250324T165659Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250324T165733Z UID:10001913-1747134000-1747137600@www.phillyjcc.com SUMMARY:Gems at the J | Movies That Became Broadway Shows DESCRIPTION: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 beloved film to the stage. \nWith instructor Leila Joffe \nClick here to register for Movies that Became Broadway Shoes\n  URL:https://www.phillyjcc.com/event/broadwaymovies/2025-05-13/ LOCATION:Kaiserman JCC\, 45 Haverford Rd\, Wynnewood\, PA\, 19096\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.phillyjcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/image-2.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Gems":MAILTO:gems@phillyjcc.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250513T121500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250513T131500 DTSTAMP:20260408T175252 CREATED:20250324T193138Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250324T193223Z UID:10002244-1747138500-1747142100@www.phillyjcc.com SUMMARY:Gems at the J | FUEL Program for Seniors DESCRIPTION: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 science\, related to everyday stories of real dietary issues of people and solve their food dilemmas. \n4/29: Fuel Your Body- Smart Eating for Healthy Aging (Weight Control: Fresh Foods and Pre-Diabetes: Think Your Drink.) \n5/6: Understanding Food Fact Labels. \n5/13: Mindful &  Intuitive Eating Strategies \nClick here to register for the FUEL for Seniors\nWith instructor Dr. Emma Fogt  EdD\, MBA\, MS\, RDN URL:https://www.phillyjcc.com/event/fuel/2025-05-13/ LOCATION:Kaiserman JCC\, 45 Haverford Rd\, Wynnewood\, PA\, 19096\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.phillyjcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/iStock-1363588189-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Gems":MAILTO:gems@phillyjcc.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250514T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250514T110000 DTSTAMP:20260408T175252 CREATED:20250324T185800Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250504T140804Z UID:10002197-1747216800-1747220400@www.phillyjcc.com SUMMARY:Gems at the J | One Book\, One Jewish Community DESCRIPTION:Instructor:  Rabbi Eric Yanoff\, Adath Israel \nClass Dates: Wednesdays May 7th\, May 14th\, May 21st \nJoin Rabbi Eric Yanoff for the annual “One Book\, One Jewish Community” book club as he explores this year’s selection\, For Such a Time as This: On Being Jewish Today\, by Rabbi Eliot Cosgrove. The book deals with the challengeing questions embedded in the soul of contemporary Jewry. Don’t miss the opportunity to engage in thoughtful discussion and reflection on this profound work. \nRegister for One Book\, One Jewish Community URL:https://www.phillyjcc.com/event/onebook/2025-05-14/ LOCATION:Kaiserman JCC\, 45 Haverford Rd\, Wynnewood\, PA\, 19096\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.phillyjcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Screenshot-2024-04-02-at-6.37.50 PM.png ORGANIZER;CN="Gems":MAILTO:gems@phillyjcc.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250514T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250514T133000 DTSTAMP:20260408T175252 CREATED:20250402T142747Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T142747Z UID:10002270-1747225800-1747229400@www.phillyjcc.com 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/israelidancingmay/ LOCATION:Kaiserman JCC\, 45 Haverford Rd\, Wynnewood\, PA\, 19096\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.phillyjcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/iStock-1219935237-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Gems":MAILTO:gems@phillyjcc.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250514T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250514T203000 DTSTAMP:20260408T175252 CREATED:20250324T192821Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250324T192821Z UID:10002241-1747249200-1747254600@www.phillyjcc.com SUMMARY:Gems at the J | Paint & Sip Night: Menashe Kadishman DESCRIPTION:Join for a seasonal paint night for adults of all ages celebrating famous Jewish visual artists. This spring we will be inspired by the incredible work by Menashe Kadishman! This Israeli artist is best known for his colorful goats! Additional canvases for purchase. No experience necessary. All materials provided. Everyone is an artist! Bring a bottle of wine or soda and dress for mess! With instructor Gavi Kestenbaum \nClick here to register for spring paint and sip URL:https://www.phillyjcc.com/event/springpaint/ LOCATION:Kaiserman JCC\, 45 Haverford Rd\, Wynnewood\, PA\, 19096\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.phillyjcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/barbarabeckerart4fun3.png ORGANIZER;CN="Gems":MAILTO:gems@phillyjcc.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T170000 DTSTAMP:20260408T175252 CREATED:20250328T183422Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T132425Z UID:10002289-1747296000-1747328400@www.phillyjcc.com SUMMARY:Gems at the J | May Political Affairs DESCRIPTION:Come and hear about the latest in politics and a variety of viewpoints and perspectives Dr. Rosenberg brings to the foreground. \nCome discuss a variety of topics impacting political affairs with Dr Bill Rosenberg. \nMay 1\, How Political Polls Work. \nMay 15\, The History and Future of Democracy: Benefits and Shortcomings. \nJune 5\, Impact of Age on Politics: The Youth Vote through Seniors in Politics \nClick here to register for May Political Affairs\nInstructor Dr. William Rosenberg is a Professor of Political Science at Drexel University\, renowned for his expertise in public opinion\, media\, and the presidential election process. He has authored over 80 articles and co-authored two books\, and frequently serves as a political analyst for major media outlets. \nInterested in coming to just one or a few sessions? Email rachel@phillyjcc.com URL:https://www.phillyjcc.com/event/may-political-affairs/2025-05-15/ LOCATION:Kaiserman JCC\, 45 Haverford Rd\, Wynnewood\, PA\, 19096\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.phillyjcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/usflag-460_1118303c.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Gems":MAILTO:gems@phillyjcc.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T110000 DTSTAMP:20260408T175252 CREATED:20250324T171310Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T181847Z UID:10002286-1747303200-1747306800@www.phillyjcc.com SUMMARY:Gems at the J | The Guide for the Perplexed DESCRIPTION: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 the topics of being created in the image of God\, eating from the tree of the knowledge of good and bad\, and divine attributes. \nWith instructor Barnett Kamen \nClick here to register for Guide for the Perplexed URL:https://www.phillyjcc.com/event/perplexed/2025-05-15/ LOCATION:Kaiserman JCC\, 45 Haverford Rd\, Wynnewood\, PA\, 19096\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.phillyjcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/iStock-1463638682-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Gems":MAILTO:gems@phillyjcc.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250516T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250516T113000 DTSTAMP:20260408T175252 CREATED:20250324T190250Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250424T162344Z UID:10002260-1747389600-1747395000@www.phillyjcc.com SUMMARY:Gems at the J | Mind Your Nature DESCRIPTION:MIND YOUR NATURE! How nature can positively affect our minds \n$72 for entire course\, $60 with fitness unlimited package\, or $15 per drop-in \nResearch 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 community. Our society suffers from depression\, anxiety\, high levels of stress\, hopelessness and more. Imagine a life where you live in the moment\, with a sense of peace and fulfillment. How nature can positively affect our minds? In a 6 weeks series we will learn to handle stress with more ease and calm as you discover a sense of purpose and wellbeing through mindfulness exercises and being in nature.  “aSPIRE” to becoming an even better version of yourself in 2025! We will be teaching the foundations of becoming happier\, strategies developed by world-renowned former Harvard professor\, Dr. Tal Ben-Shahar. We will combine this short classroom time with a mindful walk outside in nature as you learn to apply happiness & mindfulness strategies to your daily life.  The walks will be easy and slow. \nClick here to register for Mind your nature\nWith Instructor Alyson Harris\, Certified Mindfulness Meditation teacher & Na’ama Yarden\, Certified Happiness Studies Academy. \n  URL:https://www.phillyjcc.com/event/mindyournature/2025-05-16/ LOCATION:Kaiserman JCC\, 45 Haverford Rd\, Wynnewood\, PA\, 19096\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.phillyjcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/image-5.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Gems":MAILTO:gems@phillyjcc.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250516T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250516T200000 DTSTAMP:20260408T175252 CREATED:20250428T151456Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T151456Z UID:10002293-1747414800-1747425600@www.phillyjcc.com SUMMARY:Lag B'Omer Family Shabbat DESCRIPTION:Lag B’Omer Family Shabbat\nJoin Kaiserman JCC for a special Lag B ’ Omer Shabbat on Friday\, May 16th\, at 5:00 pm. We will be celebrating Shabbat and Lag B’ Omer with a BBQ dinner\, special games and activities\, a visit from our ShinShiniyot\, and more!\nShabbat will be outside\, weather permitting. BYOB welcome. \n\n\n \n \n Lag B'Omer Shabbat\n Please fill out one form per family. \n \n Parent/Guardian Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Phone(Required)Email(Required)\n \n Number of Participants(Required)Please tell us the number of people coming\, including yourself and any family members.Please list the names and ages (of children) of family members and any allergy or food restrictions:(Required)Liability Waiver(Required) I agree to the Liability WaiverBy checking this box\, I release\, hold harmless\, and indemnify the Kaiserman JCC and the Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia\, as well as its agents and employees\, from and against any liability on their part\, of any kind whatsoever\, which may arise in any manner\, from use of the JCC’s facilities.\n\nAdditionally\, I understand that photos or videos of myself or my family members may be taken during participation in JCC programs or use of its facilities. These images may be used by the JCC for marketing and promotional purposes\, including but not limited to social media\, brochures\, and the JCC website.\n\nTo opt out of this photo release\, I must email marketing@phillyjcc.com and submit a photo of each individual opting out. This opt-out must be renewed annually.Family Shabbat Fee (November 8th)\n \n \n Price:\n \n \n \n Includes Kosher BBQ Dinner and all activities.Credit Card(Required)Card Details\n \n Cardholder Name\n \n Billing Address(Required) \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n Address Line 2\n \n \n City\n \n \n State / Province / Region\n \n \n ZIP / Postal Code\n \n CountryAfghanistanAlbaniaAlgeriaAmerican SamoaAndorraAngolaAnguillaAntarcticaAntigua and BarbudaArgentinaArmeniaArubaAustraliaAustriaAzerbaijanBahamasBahrainBangladeshBarbadosBelarusBelgiumBelizeBeninBermudaBhutanBoliviaBonaire\, Sint Eustatius and SabaBosnia and HerzegovinaBotswanaBouvet IslandBrazilBritish Indian Ocean TerritoryBrunei DarussalamBulgariaBurkina FasoBurundiCabo VerdeCambodiaCameroonCanadaCayman IslandsCentral African RepublicChadChileChinaChristmas IslandCocos IslandsColombiaComorosCongoCongo\, Democratic Republic of theCook IslandsCosta RicaCroatiaCubaCuraçaoCyprusCzechiaCôte d'IvoireDenmarkDjiboutiDominicaDominican RepublicEcuadorEgyptEl SalvadorEquatorial GuineaEritreaEstoniaEswatiniEthiopiaFalkland IslandsFaroe IslandsFijiFinlandFranceFrench GuianaFrench PolynesiaFrench Southern TerritoriesGabonGambiaGeorgiaGermanyGhanaGibraltarGreeceGreenlandGrenadaGuadeloupeGuamGuatemalaGuernseyGuineaGuinea-BissauGuyanaHaitiHeard Island and McDonald IslandsHoly SeeHondurasHong KongHungaryIcelandIndiaIndonesiaIranIraqIrelandIsle of ManIsraelItalyJamaicaJapanJerseyJordanKazakhstanKenyaKiribatiKorea\, Democratic People's Republic ofKorea\, Republic ofKuwaitKyrgyzstanLao People's Democratic RepublicLatviaLebanonLesothoLiberiaLibyaLiechtensteinLithuaniaLuxembourgMacaoMadagascarMalawiMalaysiaMaldivesMaliMaltaMarshall IslandsMartiniqueMauritaniaMauritiusMayotteMexicoMicronesiaMoldovaMonacoMongoliaMontenegroMontserratMoroccoMozambiqueMyanmarNamibiaNauruNepalNetherlandsNew CaledoniaNew ZealandNicaraguaNigerNigeriaNiueNorfolk IslandNorth MacedoniaNorthern Mariana IslandsNorwayOmanPakistanPalauPalestine\, State ofPanamaPapua New GuineaParaguayPeruPhilippinesPitcairnPolandPortugalPuerto RicoQatarRomaniaRussian FederationRwandaRéunionSaint BarthélemySaint Helena\, Ascension and Tristan da CunhaSaint Kitts and NevisSaint LuciaSaint MartinSaint Pierre and MiquelonSaint Vincent and the GrenadinesSamoaSan MarinoSao Tome and PrincipeSaudi ArabiaSenegalSerbiaSeychellesSierra LeoneSingaporeSint MaartenSlovakiaSloveniaSolomon IslandsSomaliaSouth AfricaSouth Georgia and the South Sandwich IslandsSouth SudanSpainSri LankaSudanSurinameSvalbard and Jan MayenSwedenSwitzerlandSyria Arab RepublicTaiwanTajikistanTanzania\, the United Republic ofThailandTimor-LesteTogoTokelauTongaTrinidad and TobagoTunisiaTurkmenistanTurks and Caicos IslandsTuvaluTürkiyeUS Minor Outlying IslandsUgandaUkraineUnited Arab EmiratesUnited KingdomUnited StatesUruguayUzbekistanVanuatuVenezuelaViet NamVirgin Islands\, BritishVirgin Islands\, U.S.Wallis and FutunaWestern SaharaYemenZambiaZimbabweÅland Islands\n Country\n \n \n Billing Email(Required)\n \n Total URL:https://www.phillyjcc.com/event/lboshabbat/ LOCATION:Kaiserman JCC\, 45 Haverford Rd\, Wynnewood\, PA\, 19096\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.phillyjcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/iStock-873600748.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Barrie%20Mittica":MAILTO:bmittica@phillyjcc.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250516T203000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250516T223000 DTSTAMP:20260408T175252 CREATED:20250415T134651Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T145124Z UID:10002287-1747427400-1747434600@www.phillyjcc.com SUMMARY:Shabbat Dinner with Chef Amanda Shulman at Her Place Supper Club DESCRIPTION:THIS EVENT IS NOW SOLD OUT – THANK YOU! \nShabbat Dinner with Chef Amanda Shulman\nHer Place Supper Club\nFriday\, May 15 – 8:30-10:30pm\nTickets: $650 / Person or $1000 / Couple \nJoin us for an intimate evening with Amanda Shulman\, the acclaimed chef behind two of Philadelphia’s most celebrated restaurants-Her Place Supper Club and My Loup. \nThis special event includes a world-class dinner* and personal conversation with Amanda about her food\, her story\, and the inspiration behind her culinary journey. Only 24 tickets available. \nProceeds benefit the Kaiserman JCC Best Summer Ever Scholarship Fund. \n*The dinner menu will not include shellfish or pork. There will be no other accommodations for other restrictions or allergies. \nRSVP Online\n  URL:https://www.phillyjcc.com/event/herplace/ LOCATION:Her Place Supper Club\, 1740 Sansom Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19103\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.phillyjcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/HerPlaceSupperClub_Interior_GabBonghi_Philadelphia-21_kt6ij1-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Kaiserman%20JCC":MAILTO:mberton@phillyjcc.com END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR