10 Interesting Events in Jewish Philadelphia Coming Up

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Congregation Rodeph Shalom (Photo by Jarrad Saffren)

JE Staff

Sunday, July 20

July Food Packing and Distribution

From 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., join the Jewish Relief Agency for a day of service that includes packing and distributing boxes of food to those in need. Make sure to register in advance! Learn more at jewishrelief.org. 10980 Dutton Road, Philadelphia.

Tuesday, July 22

Rugelach Bake

Join the Bensalem Jewish Outreach Center from 7:15 to 9 p.m. for an evening of baking and fun! The event is aimed at women and girls from around Bucks County and the surrounding area, with each participant taking home a personalized pastry! You can learn more at zeffy.com/ticketing/cafe-connect-rugelach. 2446 Bristol Road, Bensalem.

Thursday, July 24

Comedy for a Cause

From 6 to 10 p.m., the laughs will be aplenty at the Dominick A. Potena Performing Arts Center in Margate, New Jersey. The show will feature Elon Gold, a Jewish comedian who will make sure you leave with a smile on your face. More information is available
at familymattersnetwork.org. 7998 Monmouth Avenue, Margate, New Jersey.

Friday, July 25

Line Dancing

Get your country on from 1:30 to 2:15 p.m. at Katz JCC in Cherry Hill with an afternoon of line dancing. The exercise is a fun way to build community, get a light workout in and find fun in a new skill. The event will be held in the J360 Studio at Katz. Learn more at katzjcc.org. 1301 Springdale Road, Cherry Hill, New Jersey.

Monday, July 28

Beginners Guided-Play Canasta

From noon to 2 p.m., practice your canasta skills with other beginners and learn as you play in a comfortable environment. Led by canasta specialists Alice Dubin and Gladys Mandel, the event at Kaiserman JCC will help you build confidence while having fun playing the classic card game. Learn more at phillyjcc.com. 45 Haverford Road, Wynnewood.

Tuesday, July 29

Sing Along BBQ

At Kaiserman JCC from 4 to 6 p.m., you can take part in a fun event that will see some amazing music brought to life by Ron Schaumburg, Rusty Forman and Paul Mamalou. Sing along and enjoy kosher BBQ, all for the price of $25! There is more information available at phillyjcc.com. 45 Haverford Road, Wynnewood.

Wednesday, July 30

Taste of Judaism

Held at Congregation Rodeph Shalom, this class will help those who want to learn more about the foundations of Judaism do just that, led by the Rodeph Shalom clergy. The class is free for members and costs $36 for either an individual or couple who doesn’t belong to the synagogue. This session will be the first of three and it will run from 6 to 8 p.m. Learn more at rodephshalom.org. 615 North Broad Street, Philadelphia.

Thursday, July 31

Cancer Support Group

From 7 to 8 p.m., Reform Congregation Keneseth Israel is holding an event that hopes to bring comfort and understanding to those in the community who have been touched by cancer. Whether you suffer from the disease, have a loved one who does or have some other connection and need support, feel free to come to KI and be surrounded by peers. You can get more information by emailing [email protected]. 8339 Old York Road, Elkins Park.

Thursday, July 31

Mah-Jongg Club

Join the community at Society Hill Synagogue for some fun gaming with folks of a variety of skill levels. This event is welcoming to those who have played the game for years and those who are just starting out. Plus, there will be coffee and pastries served! Learn more at societyhillsynagogue.org. 418 Spruce St., Philadelphia.

Friday, August 1

Open Tech Center

KleinLife JCC is hosting an open event for any folks, young or old, who need help with their devices. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., you can come to the JCC and use a computer for free, as well as talk to those who know about iPads, cellphones, Zoom and more. Learn more at kleinlife.org. 10100 Jamison Ave., Philadelphia.

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