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This Week at The J
This week at the J
The Kaiserman JCC Blog
Diller Teen Fellow Summer Seminar in Spain
Kaiserman JCC | FRI, JUL 26, 2024Dear Friends, Last week, the Diller Teen Fellows traveled to Spain for our summer seminar, embarking on an enriching journey through Andalusia. During our time there, the Fellows delved into…
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Summer Fitness
Kaiserman JCC | FRI, JUL 19, 2024Dear Friends, I am so excited to highlight some of our summer fitness programs designed to keep you active, healthy, and engaged. Our fitness classes cater to all adults, including…
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Help Us Expand Our Art Program
Kaiserman JCC | FRI, JUL 12, 2024Dear Friends, As we enjoy the vibrant activities and programs of summer, we are continually looking ahead to how we can further enrich the experiences of all our members. Our…
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Best Child Care On The Main Line
Kaiserman JCC | FRI, JUL 05, 2024Dear Friends, We are thrilled to share some exciting news from the Kaiserman JCC community! Our Robert J. Wilf Preschool and Kindergarten has been honored with the Main Line Times…
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Tee Time for Tzedakah
Kaiserman JCC | FRI, JUN 28, 2024Dear Friends, Get ready to tee off for a great cause at our upcoming Tee Time for Tzedakah event on July 22nd at the picturesque Lulu Country Club in Glenside,…
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Shalom Summer with Nefesh Mountain
Kaiserman JCC | FRI, JUN 21, 2024Dear Friends, With this heat wave, the start of Camp Kef on Monday, and pool members returning to their summer swim routines, one thing is clear: Summer is here! We…
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End of the School Year
Kaiserman JCC | FRI, JUN 14, 2024Dear Friends, As this school year comes to a close, we find ourselves at a bittersweet moment. Today, we reflect on and celebrate the incredible contributions of three remarkable teachers…
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Shavuot Reflections
Kaiserman JCC | FRI, JUN 07, 2024Dear Friends, As we approach Shavuot, we reflect upon rich traditions and meanings behind this special holiday. Shavuot, also known as the Feast of Weeks, holds multiple significances in our…
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Thank you for celebrating and honoring Cindy and Jeff with us!
Kaiserman JCC | THU, JUN 06, 2024Dear Friends, We want to offer a heartfelt thank you to everyone who helped to celebrate Cindy Smukler, Jeffrey Barrack, our guests from Sderot, and the incredible work of the…
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Spotlighting Gems Summer Programing
Kaiserman JCC | FRI, MAY 31, 2024Dear Friends, As we welcome June, we are thrilled to share some special Gems at the J programs and events that reflect our commitment to fostering community, creativity, and inclusivity.…
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A Message From Sunrise Day Camp
Kaiserman JCC | FRI, MAY 24, 2024Dear Friends, Meet Beatrice Geiger, The SunriseWALKS Greater Philly Ambassador! SunriseWALKS Greater Philly is part of Sunrise Association’s National Walk-A-Thon Campaign committed to raising awareness and critical funds for Sunrise Day Camp-Greater Philadelphia. More than…
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BIG NEWS! We are opening a second preschool!
Kaiserman JCC | FRI, MAY 17, 2024Dear Friends, We are delighted to share some wonderful news with you! The Kaiserman JCC proudly announces the grand opening of our new Early Learning Center at Temple Brith Achim…
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Reflections on Israel’s 76th Independence Day
Kaiserman JCC | FRI, MAY 10, 2024Dear Friends, As we approach Israel’s national days this week, memories of my childhood flood back, like the vivid image of passing through Jerusalem’s Jaffa gate to buy a Jerusalem…
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Shalom Summer
Kaiserman JCC | FRI, MAY 03, 2024Dear Friends, We are thrilled to announce that registration is now open for our second annual Shalom Summer celebration! Following the incredible success of last year’s event, where we had…
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Diller Teen Fellows
Kaiserman JCC | FRI, APR 26, 2024Dear Friends, If you are (or know of) a passionate and curious Jewish teen (10th or 11th grader) looking for an extraordinary experience that combines cultural exploration, leadership development, and…
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Passover Reflections and a downloadable Passover Kit!
Kaiserman JCC | FRI, APR 19, 2024Dear Friends, One of the highlights of the Passover seder is the reciting of the Four Questions. Many of us remember standing on a chair, singing the few words we…
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2024 Maccabi Hall of Fame
Kaiserman JCC | FRI, APR 12, 2024Dear Friends, Get ready to witness history in the making as we extend a heartfelt invitation to thePhiladelphia JCC Maccabi Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony. This highly anticipated event is…
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Kaiserman JCC | FRI, APR 05, 2024Dear Friends, Our Philly Diller Teen Fellows are about to embark on an unforgettable journey—one that bridges cultures, fosters friendships, and celebrates the spirit of unity. Diller Teen Fellows is…
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Day at the J: The Passover Way
Kaiserman JCC | FRI, MAR 29, 2024Dear Friends, With Purim festivities behind us and Passover approaching, we’re gearing up for an incredible day at the J filled with meaningful activities and joyful celebrations. Join us on…
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Rock Steady Boxing at the Kaiserman JCC!
Kaiserman JCC | FRI, MAR 22, 2024Dear Friends, In honor of Parkinson’s Awareness Month this April, we’re thrilled to unveil an exciting new program at the Kaiserman JCC. Teaming up with Dynamic NeuroFit, we’re introducing Rock Steady…
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Purim at the JCC!
Kaiserman JCC | FRI, MAR 08, 2024Dear Friends, This weekend we celebrate the beginning of the month of Adar II and as we approach the joyous festival of Purim, we can’t help but reflect on the…
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Gems Federation Housing Programming
Kaiserman JCC | FRI, MAR 01, 2024Dear Friends, Gems has recently relaunched a program to bring engaging social and cultural activities to residents in Federation Housing. Federation Housing provides much-needed affordable housing communities and services that empower…
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Our Diller Teen Fellows will be hosting teens from Herzliya in April!
Kaiserman JCC | FRI, FEB 23, 2024Dear Friends, Within the Diller Teen Fellows program framework, a key element is an annual hosting of teen fellows from Herzliya, Israel, the location of our sister-partnership. This year, numerous…
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Camp Kef Specialty Camps
Kaiserman JCC | FRI, FEB 16, 2024Dear Friends, In our continuous efforts to enhance the diversity and richness of our Camp Kef offerings, we are introducing two brand-new specialty camp programs this summer that will run…
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Vote for the Kaiserman JCC in the Main Line today best of the Main Line Awards!
Kaiserman JCC | FRI, FEB 09, 2024Dear Friends, The Kaiserman JCC is thrilled to announce our nomination for the Main Line Today Best of the Main Line awards in three categories. Your support means the world…
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In Loving Memory of Byron Fersner, “Mr. B”
Kaiserman JCC | MON, FEB 05, 2024Dear Friends, It is with a very heavy heart that we share the sad news that Byron Fersner, “Mr. B”, beloved member of the JCC staff family, has passed away. In Jewish tradition it is…
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We are so excited to welcome Sunrise Day Camp – Greater Philadelphia to our campus!
Kaiserman JCC | FRI, FEB 02, 2024Dear Friends, The recent prediction from Punxsutawney Phil, who did not see his shadow, hints at an early end to winter and has us eagerly looking forward to the sunny…
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Celebrate Tu B’Shvat at the JCC!
Kaiserman JCC | FRI, JAN 26, 2024Dear Friends, This past fall, I strolled along the Wissahickon trail, marveling at the changing colors of the leaves. With every step, the crunch of leaves beneath our feet echoed.…
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Diller Teen Fellow Philadelphia Update
Kaiserman JCC | FRI, JAN 19, 2024Dear Friends, This past Sunday Philadelphia’s Diller Teen Fellows took a deep dive into learning about Leadership. For some, leadership is a vague and amorphous concept that is widely used…
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Reflections from a trip to Israel – Approaching 100 Days since October 7
Kaiserman JCC | FRI, JAN 12, 2024Dear Friends, The images circulating of Israel during the war here are dark, and being so far away, it is hard to see that there is any light. But Israel,…
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Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Kaiserman JCC | FRI, JAN 05, 2024Dear Friends, As we embark on the journey of a new year, January calls us to reflect and set resolutions. It is also a time to contemplate service to others,…
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Happy New Year from the Kaiserman JCC
Kaiserman JCC | FRI, DEC 29, 2023Dear Friends, As we usher in a new year, I find myself reflecting on the incredible journey we’ve embarked on together at the Kaiserman JCC. We’ve witnessed remarkable growth, resilience,…
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JCC Maccabi Games Team Philadelphia Tryouts are NOW OPEN!
Kaiserman JCC | FRI, DEC 22, 2023Dear Friends, With 2024 just around the corner, it feels like a great time to announce that registration for tryouts for the JCC Maccabi Games have officially OPENED! For those…
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Camp Kef is ACA-Accredited®!
Kaiserman JCC | FRI, DEC 15, 2023Dear Friends, It is with immense pride that I share that Camp Kef was recently notified that we have earned the prestigious ACA-Accredited® Camp status from the American Camp Association…
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How many candles do we light each night?
Kaiserman JCC | FRI, DEC 08, 2023Dear Friends, How many candles do we light each night? Our sources respond to this question with a debate between two schools of thoughts: The House of Shamai and the…
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It’s beginning to look a lot like Hanukkah!
Kaiserman JCC | FRI, DEC 01, 2023Dear Friends, December is here, and as the days grow shorter, the excitement for Hanukkah is building at the JCC. We invite you to shine a light on the season…
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Meet Katie Hausman, our new Senior Director of Summer Programs!
Kaiserman JCC | FRI, NOV 24, 2023Dear Friends, We are delighted to introduce Katie Hausman, the newest member of our JCC family. Katie joins us with immense enthusiasm, she brings a wealth of experience and a…
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Our first “Day at the J” Program – Sunday, November 12!
Kaiserman JCC | FRI, NOV 10, 2023Dear Friends, We are so excited to present an incredible lineup of activities for our first Day at the J, happening this Sunday, November 12. We have planned a diverse range…
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The Kaiserman JCC Stands with Israel
Kaiserman JCC | FRI, NOV 03, 2023Dear Friends, As we navigate these challenging times, we want to take a moment to reflect on the various programs and initiatives we have undertaken to show our unwavering support…
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Meet Emma Fischer, our Rabbinic Intern!
Kaiserman JCC | FRI, OCT 27, 2023Hello everyone! I am so excited to introduce myself to the JCC community. My name is Emma Fischer, I am a second-year student at the Reconstructionist Rabbinical College, and I…
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