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In observance of Passover, we will close at 6:00 PM on Wednesday, April 1, and remain closed on April 2–3. Wishing you a joyful and meaningful holiday.

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Gems at the J | Spring Registration Brunch

| MON, MAR 24, 2025

Open House: Brunch and Spring Course Registration Come learn about our Spring Courses and trips! This open-house style brunch allows you to sign up, ask questions and enjoy a fun…

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Gems at the J | FUEL Program for Seniors

| MON, MAR 24, 2025

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…

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Gems at the J | Paint & Sip Night: Menashe Kadishman

| MON, MAR 24, 2025

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…

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Gems at the J | Films about American Jewish Families

| MON, MAR 24, 2025

Small children; small problems. Big children, big problems: Films about American Jewish Families This series explores the journeys of Jewish families as their young adult children begin to assert their…

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Gems at the J | Picture Perfect Memories

| MON, MAR 24, 2025

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…

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Gems at the J | Mind Your Nature

| MON, MAR 24, 2025

MIND YOUR NATURE! How nature can positively affect our minds $72 for entire course, $60 with fitness unlimited package, or $15 per drop-in Research shows that being in nature can reduce…

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Gems at the J | One Book, One Jewish Community

| MON, MAR 24, 2025

Instructor:  Rabbi Eric Yanoff, Adath Israel Class Dates: Wednesdays May 7th, May 14th, May 21st Join Rabbi Eric Yanoff for the annual “One Book, One Jewish Community” book club as…

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Gems at the J | Cholent and Conversations

| MON, MAR 24, 2025

Each month we will meet a different Rabbi or Jewish educator from the community, sharing their wisdom about Jewish connections in text impacting the world today with us! Cholent will be served. May 2 – Rabbi Baruch Davidson, Chabad of Bala 200 June 6 – Rabbi Eric Mollo, Main Line Reform Temple If you are having trouble registering for a drop-in class, please email Rachel 

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Gems at the J | Bookmark Zentangle

| MON, MAR 24, 2025

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 fun workshop, where no…

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Gems at the J | Evening Terrarium Workshop

| MON, MAR 24, 2025

Bring a little greenery into your home!  In this workshop with instructor Evin Rezavker, you will get the opportunity to design an upcycled terrarium for your home.  All materials are included. This program is being subsidized by a generous grant.

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