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Greetings!
It's March. It's Adar. Be happy. Spring is almost here (at least according to our resident groundhog). So it must also be time to make the hamantashen. This year I'll probably be buying them because there are just so many wonderful things going on in our community - who has time to bake? But if I do manage to, the recipe I use is this one from Joan Nathan's The Jewish Holiday Kitchen, which makes about 36 delicious triangles. Click here for the recipe.
If you haven't done so already, please check out the new Kehillah of Old York Road webpage and calendar by clicking here for information on what's going on in our neighborhood.
Thank you!
Attention local synagogues and agencies: If you are offering a program that is open to the community and would like it posted on our NEW Kehillah of Old York Road Community Calendar, please complete the Calendar Registration Form by clicking here. Only programs presented within the Kehillah will be listed.
Lynne BalabanDirector, Kehillah of Old York Road215-635-8940 x 1204lbalaban@acaje-jop.orgPlease take a few moments to help us find out how we can improve upon our e-newsletter by taking a quick survey by clicking here.
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Kehillah of Old York Road Sponsored Programs
Caregiver Support Group
The Kehillah of Old York Road co-sponsors a Caregiver Support Group on the first Wednesday of each month (next one is on Wednesday, March 2) from 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Guest speaker will be Marlene Weiner, founder of Interiors for Independence. Interiors for Independence modifies home and work environments for the elderly and disabled, promoting increased independence and enhanced quality of life. The group meets at: Sarah Care of Jenkintown, 101 Washington Lane, Ste G-6, Jenkintown, PA 19046 For more information contact Lynne Balaban at 215-635-8940 x1204 or lbalaban@acaje-jop.org.
2011 Penn Lectures in Judaic Studies in the Old York Road Area:
"Converts and Conversion in Jewish History and Culture"
All lectures are free and open to the public.
The Rabbi Who Became a Bishop and the Conversion of Jews in Late Medieval Spain
Yosi Israeli, Tel Aviv University
Wednesday, March 16, 7:30 p.m., Old York Road Temple- Beth Am, 971 Old York Road, Abington.
Jewish Converts and the Printing of the Hebrew Bible during the Renaissance
Theodor Dunkelgr�n, University of Chicago
Wednesday, March 23, 7:30 p.m., Congregation Kol Ami, 8201 High School Road, Elkins Park.
This series is made possible through a generous endowment from the Harry Stern Family Foundation, the support of the Auerbach Central Agency for Jewish Education/Jewish Outreach Partnership in partnership with the Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia, and the support of the National Museum of American Jewish History. For more information contact Etty Lassman at 215-238-1290, ext. 406 lassman@sas.upenn.edu.
The Kehillah of Old York Road and the Kehillah of Bux-mont
Let's Celebrate/Making Connections Passover Program
Monday, April 11, 2011, 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Giant Supermarket - community room
315 York Road, Willow Grove, PA 19090
Join us for a supermarket sweep/scavenger hunt. Find and purchase (cost not to exceed $10 per family) kosher for passover items to be donated to local food pantry. (Optional activity.)
Storytelling/ interactive activities; arts and crafts; child-friendly, kosher snack. Free and open to the community. All are welcome. Age appropriate activities for children aged 7 years and younger. For more information, please contact Nicki Trice at ntrice@acaje-jop.org or 215-635-8940 x1230
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"Sefer Ha-Aggadah: The Book of Legends" Class with Rabbi Soloff
Wednesday March 2, 10:00 a.m. Keneseth Israel. "Aggadah was the principal literary form of the Jewish People, the classic expression of their spirit." (Bialik). If you can read a line of Siddur Hebrew, come enjoy stories and moral teachings of our Early Sages along with other members of the KI community of learners. Free for KI Adult Education registrants; $10 for all others.
Eyewitness to Jewish History Program
with Cantor Josh Gordon of Melrose B'nai Israel Emanu-El starts on Wednesday, March 2 at 7:45 p.m., featuring Ernie Gross - surviving Auschwitz. 133 W. Cheltenham Avenue, Cheltenham. Click here to download the flyer.
Shabbat Across America
Friday, March 4, 5:40 p.m. Shabbat Service, Adath Jeshurun. For more information, contact 215.635.6611.
Professor Joshua Jacobson Scholar in Residence Weekend
Friday, March 4 - Sunday, March 6, Beth Sholom, 8231 Old York Road, Elkins Park. Joshua Jacobson is Professor of Music and Director of the Choral Department at Northeastern University, and founding conductor of the Boston Zamir Chorale. He is a world class scholar on Choral Music of the Jewish People and Biblical Cantillation. His book, "Chanting the Hebrew Bible: The Art of Cantillation," is the definitive text on cantillation. For more information on the weekend's lectures and Saturday evening's performance, call 215-887-1342. For more information on Saturday evening's performance, click here.
Lecture on Normal Aging
Monday, March 7, 2:30 p.m., Reform Congregation Keneseth Israel, 8339 Old York Road, Elkins Park, PA. For more information, please call (215) 887-8700. Dr. Albert Finestone, adjunct professor of medicine at Temple University School of Medicine, will speak about normal aging, early signs of aging, chronic conditions in adults 65 and older, common social and psychological losses among the aged and "Are new parameters needed for the old-old." Free for all Adult Education Members; $10 for guests.
Purim CarnivalSunday, March 13, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Young Israel of Elkins Park Sisterhood is having their annual Purim Carnival. There will be face painting, games, good food and great prizes. Open to all! So come join us in the fun! For more info: staceyh98@aol.com.
Yiddish Concert
Sunday, March 13, 3 p.m., Kol Ami
Yiddish music of David Botwinik performed by acclaimed singers Richard Lenatsky, tenor, and Lisa Willson, soprano, accompanied by pianist Elena Berman-Gantard. The concert celebrates David Botwinik's new book "From Holocaust to Life". Also performing will be Alexander Botwinik, Dina Malka Botwinik, and Emma Gantard. Copies of the book will be available for purchase. This concert is free and open to the community.
Jewish Genealogical Society Monthly Meeting
Monday, March 14, 7:30 p.m., Keneseth Israel, 8339 Old York Road, Elkins Park, PA. Free for members, $2 for non-members. Vic Cohen, member of the planning board for the 2011 IAJGS conference in Washington, D.C., will give a presentation about the upcoming conference. For more information, contact Evan Fishman 856-667-2077 or via e-mail at ebf2001@comcast.net. Wednesday, March 16, 6:30 - 8 p.m.
Hear about the upcoming Elkins Park Hazon CSA season and programs
Free and open to the entire community. Refreshments will be served.
Lecture on Global Warming: Understanding Science in the Headlines
Wednesday, March 16, 2:30 p.m.Reform Congregation Keneseth Israel, 8339 Old York Road, Elkins Park, PA. Robert A. Bernoff will discuss the basic science involved and the geopolitical problems surrounding this issue. Free for all Adult Education Members; $10 for guests. For more information, please call (215) 887-8700.
Film Screening- "Enemies: A Love Story"
Thursday, March 17, 7:30 p.m. Reform Congregation Keneseth Israel, 8339 Old York Road, Elkins Park, PA. Free for all Adult Education Members; $10 for guests. For more information, please call (215) 887-8700.
Shushan Down the Shore: Purim at KI
Saturday, March 19, 6 p.m., dinner, 7 p.m., Megillah reading
Adults: $10 per person; Children $5 per person. RSVP by March 14. Please call Tracy at KI to RSVP. (215) 887-8700.
Beth Sholom Sisterhood and Membership Book Group Present Award-Winning Author Joan Leegant
Wednesday, March 23, 2 p.m., Beth Sholom, 8231 Old York Road, Elkins Park. Reception - $5 per person. Joan will be discussing her new book "Wherever You Go" about Israel and the cost of Jewish religious and political exremism. For more information, call 215-
887-1342.
Ladies Night Out Boutique and Tea
Thursday, April 7, 6 to 8:30 p.m., Beth Sholom, 8231 Old York Road, Elkins Park. Save the Date for this wonderful night of great shopping - more than 45 vendors are scheduled, including the GOLD Lady, trade in your old gold for new money. Click here for flyer. For more information contact Adena Sternthal at adena.sternthal@gmail.com.
Mama Doni Band PerformanceSunday, April 3 at 3 p.m. at Reform Congregation Keneseth Israel. This event is co-sponsored by KI, Old York Road Temple-Beth Am is funded in part by a Community Partnership Grant from the Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia and the Kehillah of Old York Road. Tickets are $5 in advance and $8 at the door. For tickets contact KI at 215-887-8705 or OYRT-Beth Am at 215-886-0650. The concert will be held at KI. For more information about Mama Doni, visit her website www.mamadoni.com.
"Cook For A Friend"
A unique program that prepares meals for those in need, is in search of volunteers to cook. Cook for A Friend meets once a month on weekday evening and once a month on a weekday morning.
Congregation Adath Jeshurun, 7763 Old York Road, Elkins Park, PA. 215-635-6611.
Klein JCC Lifelong Learning
The program is expanding to three sites and will meet for four days - Monday at The Plaza. Tuesday and Thursday at Kol Ami and Wednesday at KI. For full details, click here.
Chabad Lubavitch of Abington: 1657 The Fairway, Suite 173 � Rydal
www.jewishabington.com
Click here for more information on Mommy and Me, the Kosher Culinary Club, Soup Salad and Study, Jewish Business Network and more. |
Gratz College/
Jewish Community High School
7605 Old York Road, Melrose Park
215-635-7300
Registration for Gratz College Adult School Spring courses for Melton Alumni and the Community is now underway.
Locations in Wynnewood, Center City, West Chester and at the Gratz campus in Elkins Park. Download a registration form with course descriptions from the spotlight section of www.gratz.edu/melton. For more info, contact LNover@gratz.edu or 215-635-7300, x143. Click here for registration form. Gratz College Adult Jewish Learning- Register Now for the Following: These take place at Gratz College in Elkins Park. Contact Liz Nover for more information. Paths of Gratitude with Juliet Spitzer
7 Thursdays, beginning March 24, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. $100 for 7 week session.
Prayer and Poetry with Rabbi Reba Carmel 7 Wednesdays, beginning March 30, 7 to 9 p.m. (to be offered later in the semester on Thursdays in the daytime), $200 for 7 week session.
The Zohar with Rabbi Daid Siff 7 Thursdays, beginning March 31, 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. $200 for 7 week session.
Gratz College CLE Courses for Attorneys Wednesday, April 13, 9 to 10 a.m., "Professionalism: Ideal vs. Real" Wednesday, April 13, 10:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., "Baseball and the Rule of Law" Wednesday, April 13, 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., "Bullying: Truth and Consequences II" Classes held at the Melrose Park location. For more information on these courses, click here or contact Mindy Blechman at mblechman@gratz.edu or 215-635-7300 x154.  Jewish Community High School (JCHS) - Teen Tested, Parent Approved!
Enroll now for 2nd semester classes at the Jewish Community High School (JCHS) of Gratz College. Classes are offered on Tuesday evenings and Sunday mornings on the Mandell Campus (Gratz College, Melrose Park). Featured programs include Hebrew language, college credit courses, service learning, teaching certificates, and much more. For more information, contact Rachel L. Steinberg at 215-635-7300 ext. 116 or rsteinberg@gratz.edu. To download an application, visit www.gratz.edu/jchs. Tuition is pro-rated.
Gratz College Ulpan: Learn Hebrew for Adults! Multiple levels from absolute beginners to advanced conversation. Tuesday nights, 7-9 p.m. or Wednesday mornings, 9:15-11:15 a.m. at Gratz College (other locations available). Learn more at www.gratzcollege.edu/hebrew. For more information, contact Michael Schatz, 215-635-7300 ext. 267.
Gratz College Holocaust and Genocide Studies Classes
Gratz High School and Israel Trips Reunion
Saturday, March 5, 7:30 - 10 p.m., Gratz College, R.S.V.P. to dklimoff@gratz.edu.Graduates from the 1970's and 1980's and Israel trip participants will join together for an evening of friends, fun, food and entertainment. Click here for more information. Legends of Baseball: The Photography of Bruce Murray Sr. (1893-1969)
April 3 through April 27. Opening Reception; Wednesday April 6, 2011 6 to 9 pm, Leona P. Kramer Memorial Art Gallery, Gratz College. For more information, call 215-635-7300. Jews and Baseball: An American Love StoryA film screening and commentary with Rabbi Rebecca Alpert Sunday, April 24, 1 p.m., Gratz College Auditorium. This event is free and open to the public. Light Kosher-for-Passover refreshments following. R.S.V.P. to Mindy Cohen, mcohen@gratz.edu; 215-635-7300 x155. Click here for more information. |
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In Other Kehillot
Let's Celebrate Purim with the Kehillah of Bux-Mont! Sunday, March 13, 3 to 4 p.m., A.C. Moore, 978 Bethlehem Pike, North Wales, PA. Free and open to the community. For more information, contact Shelley Rappaport at
Kehillah of Lower Merion Book Club
April 7 and May 12, 2011, 7:30 - 9 p.m. Borders Books and Music, 80 East Wynnewood Avenue, Wynnewood, PA 19096. Facilitated by Emilie Passow , Ph.D., Director, Certificate Program in Medial Humanities, Assoc. Teaching Professor, Department of English and Philosophy and the Judaic Studies Program, College of Arts and Sciences, Drexel University.
Free. Pre-registration required. Call 610-578-9000 or email jdistel@acaje-jop.org |
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Here & There
 Make Sure Your Child is "One Happy Camper" Next Summer
Camp registration for summer 2011 is already in full swing, so don't be left in the cold! Click here to find out more.
Scholarships for Summer Camp Now Available Through the Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia Click here for more information or contact Drew Martin at dmartin@jfgp.org.
Tikvah Family Camp provides Jewish children with developmental disorders and/or social learning disorders, their parents, and their siblings a unique opportunity to experience the magic of Jewish summer camp. Click here to find out more.
LimmudPhilly 2011 March 4-6.
The 3rd Annual LimmudPhilly Learningfest is right around the corner. Limmudniks come from many diverse backgrounds, all share a love of learning and a passion to expand their Jewish horizons. Additional activities and kosher food are included in the program. Young Limmud offers dynamic Jewish learning experiences planned for children aged 3 to 12. Many adult sessions are appropriate for the teen population. Following a successful two year run, we look forward to a stellar learningfest in 2011! Visit the website for all the details by clicking here.
Sowing the Seeds - JFCS' Circle of Hands Family Event Be part of the Growth!Sowing the Seeds and Spreading the Deeds...while helping JFCS Grow. Join others for a two-part, hands-on family mitzvah project in support of JFCS. this program will launch JFCS' new Circle of Hands group designed for young families who are interested in providing a hand -up to Jews in need through hands-on involvement. This project is being hosted by Ruthi Cohen, Lindsey Morgan, and their families. Click here for more information.
- Sunday, March 6, 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., Sowing the Seeds. Families will enjoy decorating pots and planting seeds together, which you will then care for at home to later share with JFCS clients. Brunch and planting supplies will be provided by JFCSJewish Community Services Building, 2100 Arch Street, 2nd floor, Philadelphia, PA 10103. For more information or to RSVP, contact Debbie Boyer 267.256.2108 / DBoyer@jfcsphilly.org.
- Sunday, April 10 from 9:45am - 12pm (stop by anytime), Spreading the Deeds. Families will deliver the plants you have grown to JFCS senior clients at the Brith Sholom House. This good deed will bring springtime cheer to our elderly clients.
Marc Chagall Adventure Series March 7 - May 18
Sponsored by Miriam's Well Group of Hadassah. Click here for flyer.
Barrack University
Sunday, March 13, 1:30 to 5 p.m., Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy, 272 S. Bryn Mawr Avenue, Bryn Mawr, $18 per person, $54 per family.
15 great courses, including lively panel discussions and hands-on learning experiences. Click here for complete details.
Save the Date for Date with the StateWednesday, April 13, 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Please join the Jewish Federation's Women of Vision Foundation and Hadassah of Greater Philadelphia in Harrisburg for meetings with elected officials and policy makers on issues that affect Jewish girls and women. Includes: round trip bus transportation, lunch and snack. For more information, please contact: Susan Lundy at 215-832-0849; slundy@jfgp.org.
First Annual Walk Against Hate
Sunday, May 15, 2 - 5p.m., sponsored by the Anti-Defamation League. The walk will begin at the Philadelphia Museum of Art and will proceed along Martin Luther King Drive. For more information, please go to: www.walkagainsthate.org.
15th Annual Israeli Film Festival of Philadelphia
The Israeli Film Festival of Philadelphia is a celebration of Israeli culture, with the aim of enriching the American vision of Israeli culture and society through film. Each season, a slate of feature films and documentaries are selected to provide a diverse and impartial reflection of Israel. For show times, venues and ticket information, please click here: http://www.iffphila.com/
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Celebration of Life and Learning Honoring
Joe Levine
The Auerbach Central Agency for Jewish Education/Jewish Outreach Partnership will honor communal leader Joseph H. Levine at its Celebration of Jewish Life and Learning on April 13, 2011 at the Hilton Philadelphia City Avenue.
For more information or to reserve your space in the Tribute Journal, visit www.acaje-jop.org, or contact Lisa Licht, Director of Marketing and Special Events at 215-635-8940, ext. 1217 or llicht@acaje-jop.org.
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URGENT! KIDNEY DONOR NEEDED
Leora Eisenstadt's father is in need of a kidney transplant. He is blood type O and family members are not a match. Simple blood tests will determine if a potential donor is a match. Surgery for the donor is done laparoscopically, usually involving a 2 night stay in the hospital and several weeks of recovery. All of the donor's medical costs will be covered by the recipient's medical insurance. The Paired Exchange Program is another available option where any person of any blood type who is willing to be a donor is put into a pool of potential donors. Through a matching process, a matching donor for him can hopefully be found. If you are interested in being a donor or know of someone who is, please contact Leora Eisenstadt, at leora.eisenstadt@gmail.com or 917-915-4913. | | |
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Get Involved
Click here for details on area volunteer opportunities. |
Federation Early Learning Services (FELS), one of the largest and most respected providers of early childhood education in the Delaware Valley, is hosting a year-long series of events for young children. And you're invited! In honor of its 100th Birthday, FELS plans to celebrate with the community by hosting multi-cultural activities. Visit the FELS website and print out the calendar for a full listing of events and details. RSVP required for all 100th Birthday Celebrations. | | |
Focuses on the specific needs of Jewish families with children. It showcases that the Philadelphia Jewish community is rich with supportive services and opportunities for Jewish learning and socialization for adults and families with young children. | | |
Expecting a baby or know someone who is? New class offers childbirth preparation with a Jewish twist. Click here for details. |
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Save the Date
Click here for more information about Mitzvah Mania on April 3. |
JEVS helping hands program targets unemployed and underemployed Jewish individuals under the age of 65 living in the Delaware Valley. They provide counseling, job search strategies, resume writing, training, computer classes, childcare, transportation, and many other resources to help the individual achieve self-sufficiency. This is all free to those who qualify. The Career Strategies Department of JEVS Human Services also has many other services to offer the Jewish community. JEVS would be happy to provide free workshops on a variety of important career and educational topics. In addition, they provide individual career counseling on a sliding fee scale.
Please contact JEVS with any questions or to apply for any of their programs at 215-854-1834.
JEVS Lasko College Preparatory Program of JEVS Human Services
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Are You A Holocaust Survivor Looking to Remain in the Comfort of Your Own Home for as Long as Possible?
Jewish Family and Children's Service (JFCS) of Greater Philadelphia's Holocaust Survivors Support Network can help. For more information, contact Avital Spiegel at 267.256.2020 or
ASpiegel@jfcsphilly.org
Calling All High School Seniors in Need of Financial Assistance for College
Jewish Family and Children's Service of Greater Philadelphia can help. Visit www.jfcsphilly.org
and find out how JFCS can help pay for some of your college needs. Applications are being accepted now through April 2011. This is a competitive program with decisions based on academic record, extra-curricular activities, and financial need.
For more information, contact Lori Warsaw at 267.256.2255 or LWarsaw@jfcsphilly.org
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PhillyIsrael Radio
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