TIKVAH MEANS HOPE


Tikvah Talk

May | 2025

HIGHLIGHT FROM APRIL

On April 6, Tikvah hosted a model Passover Seder led by Rabbi Levin. It was wonderful to celebrate with so many Tikvah members and the Tikvah community.

UPCOMING PROGRAMS

register for programs by clicking on the link below each event. 

The same links appear on the calendar listings for those events on the Tikvah Website https://tikvahajmi.org/calendar/month/2025-05. If you need assistance registering for a program contact us office@tikvahajmi.org or 215.832.0671.

Virtual Living in the Moment Meditation

Wednesday, May 7 | 6:30 – 7:30 pm

Pre-Registration Required

Please register here


KleinLife May Birthdays & Mother's Day Lunch

Thursday, May 8 | 11:30 - 1:00

Registration Deadline April 30

Please register here


Tikvah Knitters (Beginner)

Tuesday, May 13 | 6:00 - 7:30 pm

Registration Deadline May 6

Please register here


KleinLife Israel Independence Day Party / Lunch

Wednesday, May 14 | 11:30 am 1:30 pm

Registration Deadline May 6

Please register here


Traveling with Rhonda (Virtual)

Thursday, May 15 | 6:30 - 7:30 pm

Registration Deadline May 8

Please register here


Tikvah Volunteers: JRA Packing & Pizza

Friday, May 16 | 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Registration Deadline May 9

Please register here

Create the Connection - Tikvah's Annual Award Event

Sunday, May 18 | 2:00 - 4:00 pm

Registration Deadline May 7

Please register here


Learn & Light Bites @Kaiserman JCC

Tuesday, May 20 | 12:00 – 1:30 pm

Registration Deadline May 13

Please register here


Bowling @Sproul Lanes

Wednesday, May 21 | 1:00 - 3:00 pm

Registration Deadline May 14

Please register here


Walk & Talk with Friends @Pennypack Park

Sunday, May 25 | 10:30 am – 12:00 pm

Registration Deadline May 18

Please register here


Northeast Neighborhood Dinner (Tiffany on the BVLD Diner)

Thursday, May 29 | 5:30 - 7:00 pm

Registration Deadline May 22

Please register here

Celebratory Awards Ceremony

Wine, Cheese and so much more …


Temple University Ambler Campus, Bright Hall

580 Meetinghouse Road, Ambler, PA 19002


$50 for Tikvah Members | $125 Guests

Click here to register by May 7


Contact the Tikvah Office for Sponsorship or other information

office@tikvahajmi.org | 215.832.0671



COMMUNITY EVENTS IN THE AREA

Yom Ha'atzmaut Celebration

Sunday, May 4 | 1:30 - 5:30 pm


Through music and storytelling, Hashayara celebrates Israel’s diverse culture, innovative spirit, and the incredible resilience that has defined Israel since its founding. Their interactive performance blends traditional favorites with contemporary Israeli hits, creating a powerful connection between Israel’s past and present. For more information and to register:

phillyjcc.com/event/yomhaatzmaut/


Cost: $25.00


Sponsored by the Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia and Kaiserman JCC.


Kaiserman JCC: 45 Haverford Wynnewood, PA 19096

Wellness Wednesday

Wednesday, May 28 | 12:00 - 2:00 pm


NAMI Montgomery County hosts Wellness Wednesday every 4th Wednesday of the month at the NAMI Montco Office for a time for people to connect and have fun!


May: Making wellness cards for those inpatient.


Click here to register for this free program.


NAMI Montgomery County: 100 West Main Street Suite 204 Lansdale, PA 19446

SPONSORS

Please click their logos to learn more

GRANTS


Warren Klein Memorial Fund

Edward and Marjorie

Goldberger Foundation

Nadine Hoch

Memorial Fund


The Tzedakah

 Foundation


Philadelphia Activities Fund,

City Council District 6, Councilman Michael Driscoll

City Council District 10, Councilman Brian O'Neill


Fegelson Young Feinberg Post 697 Jewish War Veterans


Temple University Hospital - Anna T. Jeanes Community Grant

Rotary Club of

NE Philadelphia, Cheltenham, Rockledge


Robert and Holly Lankin

LARRY A. REAL COMMUNITY PARTNERS


CORPORATE SPONSORS

DAVIS BUCCO & MAKARA

Freedman & Grinshpun, PC

THANK YOU TO OUR DONORS

Please click HERE to make a donation


In Honor of Michael Solomon

Randy Myer

BECOME A MEMBER TODAY

Please click HERE to become a member

We appreciate your support which helps us provide

programming and events for our members and their loved ones.

Membership Types

Individual Member: $20 per year

Our Individual Membership entitles you to:

  • Community Dinners
  • Cultural Events and Trips
  • Diverse Enrichment Programs
  • Holiday Celebrations
  • Periodic Newsletters
  • Phone Squad Communication
  • Wellness Programs
  • Volunteer Opportunities

Supporter Member: $50 per year


This membership is offered to those who wish to support our organization and help make hope happen for those we serve.


Your supporter membership entitles you to receive our Tikvah Talk newsletter. You also receive updates and invitations to Tikvah programming throughout the year.


TIKVAH MISSION STATEMENT

Tikvah supports and empowers adults living with mental illness so that they may feel accomplished, independent, and fulfilled. We strive to reduce isolation through social and educational programming.

CONTACT US

Our Staff and Office Information:


Abby Gilbert, Executive Director abby@tikvahajmi.org

Barbara Ponczek, Program Director barbara@tikvahajmi.org

Brenda Kinnear, Membership Associate brenda@tikvahajmi.org

Ellen Levin, Bookkeeper/Registrar: ellen@tikvahajmi.org

Marina Zaitceva, Social Work Intern: marina@tikvahajmi.org


Office Support: Irvin Apt, Elana D'Amico, Sandra Frank, Mindy Freeman, Ellen Gorberg, Halie Hershman, Ileene Jaffe, Blake Mann, Joyce Oxfeld, Rob Singer

Phone Squad: Chuck Allen, Irwin Bernstein, Michelle Bernstein, Matt Corchnoy, Jeff Gansheroff, Staci Hershman, Shari Simons, Mike Stape, Brandy Wasilewski


Program Facilitators: Rabbi Sandi Berliner, Rhonda Cohen, Rycki Joy Freedman, David Karasow, Rabbi Ephraim Levin


General questions office@tikvahajmi.org or call 215-832-0671.  Calls are answered and messages returned Tuesday - Thursday 9 AM to 4:30 PM, also three hours prior to and during programs.  

 

Business Office: Tikvah @KleinLife, Suite 122, 10100 Jamison Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19116

TIKVAH https://tikvahajmi.org/

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