Events

Discover the beauty and richness of the Yiddish language in this welcoming introduction! Whether you’re new to Yiddish or looking to reconnect with the language, this Zoom program will explore basic words, phrases, and expressions. No prior experience necessary. Click here to register!

BACK TO SCHOOL Film Series with Ruth Anolik. We will start each session with an introduction the film with light refreshments, screen the film and then finish up with a discussion. 10/5: The Chosen. 1981. 10/12:School Ties . 1992. 10/19: Clueless. 1995. 10/26: A Serious Man. 2009. Can't make it to all sessions? Email Rachel for a $15 drop-in rate.

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!

At the Dawn of Human Art Inside the Painted Caves of Southwest France With Stephen, Dr. Steve, Phillips, Ph.D., Penn Museum Our capability to express ourselves symbolically through art is among the features that make our species unique in the animal kingdom. The search for the origins of human art plays an important role in anthropological research to this very day. Why produce art at all? Can we, from our viewpoint tens of thousands of years later, even understand the intent of the Paleolithic artisans who created these images deep inside remote caves? Modern human artistic expression is evident in the form of hundreds, if not thousands, of stunning images painted onto the walls of caves in southern France. Early modern human occupations of these painted […]

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. Click here to register!

This supportive art therapy program in partnership with JFCS provides participants with a creative space to express themselves, reduce stress, and build meaningful connections. Through guided art activities, participants explore emotions and enhance overall well-being in a welcoming, judgment free environment. No prior artistic experience is necessary. A light lunch will be provided. Art therapy […]

Jewish Philadelphia will be a 3 part course with Michael Schatz is covering the following topics: Colonial era through the German Jewish period of the 19th century The great immigration and Jewish Quarter/ South Philly Jewish neighborhoods of the 20th century, through about 1960

ARTZ Philadelphia is launching a new Side by Side program in collaboration with Kaiserman JCC, designed to support people living with dementia and their care partners through art, music, and creative connection. This welcoming program allows care partners to enjoy self-care and community while their loved ones participate in engaging, arts-based activities, all in the […]

October's design is Fall Decor. Zentangle has been described as a spiritual art practice which enhances mindfulness and self awareness, decreases stress and calms the mind. In 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 […]

Come for 3 weekly tours of The Charms of Fairmont Park. Each week we will head to a different historical landmark and take a tour to learn about the stories that helped shaped the history of Philadelphia. The tours will include; Strawberry Mansion (10/8), Laural Hill Mansion(10/15), and Woodford Mansion (10/22). Within the grounds of […]