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Friday, Sept. 5

Aerobics With a Twist
Esther Goldberg will lead a 9:30 a.m. aerobics class with a Latin twist Friday mornings at Congregation Adath Jeshurun, 7763 Old York Rd., Elkins Park. RSVP to 215-635-6611.

Service & BBQ
Join Main Line Reform Congregation, Beth Elohim for a family Shabbat service and barbecue on Friday, Sept. 5, at 6 p.m., at 410 Montgomery Ave., Wynnewood. RSVP to 610-649-7800.

Tot Shabbat & Picnic BBQ
Or Hadash: A Reconstructionist Congregation will open Shabbat festivities with a Tot Shabbat at 6 p.m., at 190 Camp Hill Rd., Fort Washington. A 6:30 p.m. picnic barbecue (vegetarian options available) will be followed by services at 7:30 p.m. RSVP to 215-283-0276.

First Friday Shabbat
Shir Ami-Bucks County Jewish Congregation welcomes prospective members to its "First Friday" Shabbat, with interactive music and a story at 7:30 p.m., at 101 Richboro Rd., Newtown. Call 215-968-3400.

Birthday Blessings
Old York Road Temple-Beth Am will welcome Shabbat with a 6 p.m. Kabbalat service honoring September birthdays at 971 Old York Rd., Abington. Call 215-886-8000.

'Welcome Back' Breakfast
Adath Israel's Preschool PTA will host a "Welcome Back" breakfast at 250 N. Highland Ave., Merion Station. For info, call the school at 610-934-1920.

New Prayerbook
Congregation Kol Ami will introduce the new prayerbook of the Reform movement -- Mishkan U'filah ("The Dwelling Place of Prayer") -- at 7:30 p.m. prospective-member Shabbat services at 8201 High School Rd., Elkins Park. Call 215-635-3110.

Kabbalat Shabbat
Society Hill Synagogue invites the community to join in a 7:30 p.m. Kabbalat Shabbat service at 418 Spruce St., Philadelphia. An Oneg will follow the service. Call 215-922-6590.

Meet-and-Greet Shabbat
Congregation B'nai Jacob invites you to experience the warmth of 7:30 p.m. Friday-night services, and enjoy good company and good food, at Starr and Manovan Sts., Phoenixville. Call 610-933-5550.

Open House
Learn about Congregation Tifereth Israel of Lower Bucks County at an open house and musical Shabbat service at 2909 Bristol Rd., Bensalem. A light dinner will be served. RSVP to 215-752-3468.

Welcome Back BBQ
Old friends and new are invited to a welcome-back barbecue at 5:30 p.m., at Temple Brith Achim at 481 S. Gulph Rd., King of Prussia. Services will follow dinner. RSVP to 610-337-2222.

Shabbat-B-Que
Tiferet Bet Israel invites the community to a Shabbat-B-Que at 6 p.m., at 1920 Skippack Pike, Blue Bell. Dinner will be followed by a 7 p.m. Kabbalat Shabbat service and an Oneg. RSVP to 610-275-8797, Ext. 144.

What's Cooking?
The Health Promotion Council of Southeastern Pennsylvania will present a summer cooking demonstration and tasting at 10:30 a.m., at the JCC Stiffel Senior Center, 604 Porter St., Philadelphia. Call 215-468-3500.

Saturday, Sept. 6

Torah Dialogue
Rabbi Elliot Holin will lead a Torah dialogue at 10 a.m. Shabbat services at Congregation, Kol Ami, 8201 High School Rd., Elkins Park. Call 215-635-3110.

On the Shabbat Menu
Society Hill Synagogue will open Saturday observance with Torah study at 9 a.m., followed by services and prayer study at 10 a.m., and a Tot Shabbat at 11:15 a.m., at 418 Spruce St., Philadelphia. All are invited to attend the kiddush. Call 215-922-6590.

Kiddush With the Rabbi
Visitors will have the opportunity to meet and speak with Rabbi Paul Bender while enjoying light refreshments at Congregation Ner Tamid, 1705 Haddonfield-Berlin Rd., Cherry Hill, N.J. Call 856-354-1870.

Sweet Beginnings
Tzedek v'Shalom invites the community to meet their new rabbi, Anna Boswell-Levy, at 6:30 p.m., at the Friends Meeting House in Newtown. A brief Havdalah service is scheduled, to be followed by a plethora of desserts, including a chocolate fountain. Call 215-321-4411.

Sunday, Sept. 7

Annual House Party
Life Goes On Singles 60-plus will host its annual fall house party at 3 p.m., in Ardmore. For an exact location and to RSVP, call 610-446-4183.

Sizzlin' Sunday
New and prospective members are invited to join Suburban Jewish Community Center B'nai Aaron for hot dogs, hamburgers (meat and veggie) and socializing, from noon to 2 p.m., at 560 Mill Rd., Havertown. Call 610-446-1967.

Coffee & Bagels
Stop by Congregation M'kor Shalom for a bagel and some coffee, and to see what the congregation has to offer, 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., at 850 Evesham Rd., Cherry Hill, N.J. Call 856-424-4220.

Miniature Golf
Play a round of mini-golf and ride the carousel at Franklin Square with the Mosaic Outdoor Club of Philadelphia. The group will meet at 1 p.m., at the course at Sixth and Race Sts., Philadelphia. For more info, call 215-331-8194.

Hike the Reserve
Join in an easy to moderate (and flat) hike of the Plainsboro Preserve with the Mercer Bucks Jewish Singles. The group will meet in the parking lot at 9:30 a.m., at 80 Scotts Corner Rd., Plainsboro, N.J. Following the 5-mile walk will be an optional lunch at Ruby Tuesdays. Bring, water, hiking shoes (waterproof, if possible) and a light snack. Call 609-613-5222.

Mitzvah Project
The Jewish Relief Agency needs volunteers to help pack, load and deliver boxes of kosher food to more than 2,235 Jewish families at 10 a.m., at its new warehouse at 10980 Dutton Rd., Philadelphia. Call 610-660-0190.

'An Incredible Journey'
Congregation Adath Jeshurun will host Dr. Arnold M. Eisen, chancellor of the Jewish Theological Seminary of America; Dr. Jonathan D. Sarna, professor of American Jewish History; and Dr. Deborah Dash Moore, professor of history at the University of Michigan, for a 10 a.m. symposium titled "An Incredible Journey, 1858-2008 and Beyond: The American Jewish Experience -- Unity, Diversity and Enduring Ambivalence." A reservation for lunch is required. Call 215-635-6611.

The Jewish Afterlife
Germantown Jewish Centre will offer a two-session course exploring 3,000 years of history -- and how Jews have understood the mystery and enigma of death and the world beyond -- at 400 W. Ellet St., Philadelphia. The class will begin at 10 a.m. Call 215-844-1507, Ext. 19.

Folkshul Registration
The Jewish Children's Folkshul fall classes and walk-in registration for the 2008-09 year will open at 9:30 a.m., at the Springside School, 8000 Cherokee St., Philadelphia. Interested students and parents are invited to an information session at 2 p.m. to learn more about the school's programs and community holiday events. Children are welcome; refreshments will be served. Call 215-248-1550.

Bagel Brunch
New and prospective members are invited to a 10 a.m. informal bagel brunch hosted by Congregation Ner Tamid at 1705 Haddonfield-Berlin Rd., Cherry Hill, N.J. Call 856-354-1870.

Monday, Sept. 8

'Israel and the Election'
Atria Center City, a senior living residence, will host a series of lectures presented by Gratz College, at 150 N. 20th St., Philadelphia. The lecture, set for 2 p.m., will be presented by Asaf Romirowsky. Call 215-564-5455.

Blood Drive
Temple Beth Hillel/Beth El will sponsor a Red Cross blood drive from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m., at 1001 Remington Rd., Wynnewood. Call 610-649-5300.

Glezele Tey
Dr. Rakhmiel Pelz, director of Judaic studies at Drexel University, will lead this monthly get-together for Yiddish speakers at 10:30 a.m., at the JCC Stiffel Senior Center, 604 Porter St., Philadelphia. Call 215-468-3500.

Stiffel Friends
Singer Frank Sambucco will perform at a 1 p.m. meeting of the Henny Poses Friendship Club at the JCC Stiffel Senior Center, 604 Porter St., Philadelphia. Call 215-468-3500.

Tuesday, Sept. 9

'Artist of the Month'
Painter Debra Kapnek's work will be on display in the lobby gallery of Congregation Kol Ami through Nov. 2, at 8201 High School Rd., Elkins Park. The gallery is open to the public on Wednesday from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., and Sunday, from 10 a.m. to noon. All works are for sale. Call 215-635-3110.

Journeys Through Torah
The Etz Chaim Center for Jewish Studies will present Rabbi Moshe Ungar in an exploration of the weekly Torah portion, interwoven with fundamentals of Jewish thought and philosophy, at 8 p.m., at 7908 High School Rd., Elkins Park. Call 215-546-8672.

Opening Event
Newtown Hadassah will open its new season with a noontime luncheon, followed by a meeting and a performance by cabaret singer Susan Labar, at Shir Ami Bucks County Jewish Congregation, 101 Richboro Rd., Newtown. Call 215-702-0337.

Open Adoption
The Jewish Family and Children's Service of Greater Philadelphia will host a 6:30 p.m. meeting on adoption, addressing the question "What does it mean to the African-American community?" at 2100 Arch St., Philadelphia. Register by calling 267-256-2053.

Get Lit at the Gershman The Gershman Y will welcome author Adam Kirsch for a look at Benjamin Disraeli's lifelong struggle with the question of Jewish identity -- based on his new biography -- at 7 p.m., at the 401 S. Broad St., Philadelphia. Carlin Romano of The Philadelphia Inquirer will serve as host. For tickets, call 215-446-3021.

A Look at the Archives
The Hazak group of Temple Sinai will present Carole LeFaivre-Rochester, director of the Jewish Archives Center, for a 9:45 a.m. talk, at 1401 N. Limekiln Pike, Dresher. Call 215-643-6510.

Lunch & Learn
Rabbi Ira F. Stone will lead a 12:15 p.m. Torah-study session at the offices of Cozen & O'Conner, 1900 Market St., Philadelphia. A second session, led by Rabbi David Glanzberg-Krainin, will take place in the offices of Camp Ramah in The Pavilion, 261 Old York Rd., Suite 734, Jenkintown. Call 610-239-6003.

Wednesday, Sept. 10

Pizza & Parshah
The Jewish Community of Rhawnhurst (JCOR) invites the community to enjoy some pizza and participate in a 7 p.m. weekly Parsha Hashavuah class at the Holy Land Pizza Shop, Castor Ave. near Rhawn St., Philadelphia. The class is open to men and women, but not to children under the age of 13. RSVP to 215-745-5452.

Journeys Through Torah
The Etz Chaim Center for Jewish Studies will present Rabbi Moshe Ungar in an exploration of the weekly Torah portion, interwoven with fundamentals of Jewish thought and philosophy, at 7 p.m., at 1420 Walnut St., Suite 1008, Philadelphia. Call 215-546-8672.

What You Need to Know!
Rabbi Adam Wohlberg of Temple Sinai will present "Fifty Things I Need to Know About Judaism," beginning at 9:30 a.m., at 1401 N. Limekiln Pike, Dresher. For more info, call 215-643-6510.

Lunch & Learn
A noon Torah-study session, led by Rabbi Gary Charlestein, will be held at Fishman & Tobin Inc., Plymouth Corporate Center, Building E, Suite 320, 625 Ridge Pike, Conshohocken. Call 610-239-6003.

Anyone for Mah-Jongg?
The Sisterhood of Old York Road Temple-Beth Am will host mah-jongg games at 7:15 p.m., at 971 Old York Rd., Abington. All levels welcome. Call 215-886-8000.

Support Group
The Yad B'Yad program of the Samost Jewish Family and Children's Service will present a free, one-session support group, led by a social worker, for women facing cancer at 1301 Springdale Rd., Suite 150, Cherry Hill, N.J. Call 856-424-1333, Ext. 163.

Golf & Tennis Outing
The Men's Club of Temple Beth Hillel/Beth El will host its fifth annual golf and tennis outing at 12:30 p.m., at the White Manor Country Club in Malvern. The day includes drinks, snacks and dinner. RSVP to 610-649-5300.

Welcome-Back Barbecue
Adath Israel will host a welcome-back barbecue at 6 p.m., at 250 N. Highland Ave., Merion Station. Call 610-934-1919.

Thursday, Sept. 11

Torah Workout
Stretch and tone your mental and spiritual muscles with the Etz Chaim Center for Jewish Studies every Thursday at 1420 Walnut St., Suite 1008, Philadelphia. The first class, titled "Torah: The Mini-Series," with Rabbi Avrohom Powers, will open at noon, followed by a lunch buffet. "The Soul and the Afterlife," with Rabbi Alexander Coleman will begin at 1 p.m., followed by "The Art of Mussar" with Rabbi Dovid Wachs at 2 p.m. To register, call 215-546-8672.

Friday, Sept. 12

Dinner & Services
The Seniors Group of Congregation M'kor Shalom will host a 6 p.m. Shabbat dinner at 850 Evesham Rd., Cherry Hill, N.J. A social-justice Shabbat service will follow at 8 p.m. RSVP for the dinner by calling 856-424-4220.

Going Hawaiian!
Dress in your best Hawaiian attire and join Congregation Adath Jeshurun for a "Rockin' Eve Goes Hawaii" Shabbat 7763 Old York Rd., Elkins Park. Bring your own cold dairy dinner, picnic blankets and/or chairs for an informal picnic dinner at 5:15 p.m., followed by an outdoor Rockin' Shabbat service. Call 215-635-6611.

Musical Shabbat
Kehilat HaNahar, the Little Shul by the River, will host an open-house Kabbalat Shabbat musical service at 7 p.m., at 85 W. Mechanic St., New Hope. The evening will include vocal and instrumental musical performances. Call 215-862-1912.

Shabbat at the Zoo
Reform Congregation Keneseth Israel invites families and friends to join the K.I. Puppets for a family service at 6 p.m. at the Elmwood Park Zoo in Norristown. Following the service will be a private reception and a tour of the zoo. A scavenger hunt is also planned. RSVP to 215-887-8700.

Open-House Shabbat
Beth Tikvah B'nai Jeshurun will host a membership open house and Shabbat Syn*Ergy service at 7 p.m., at 1001 Paper Mill Rd., Erdenheim. RSVP to 215-836-5677.

Open-House Weekend
Society Hill Synagogue will host a weekend open house, beginning at 6 p.m., at 418 Spruce St., Philadelphia. The evening will open with light Israeli fare, followed by Shabbat services. For a complete schedule, call 215-922-6590.

Sunday, Sept. 14

Chip & Putt Tournament
Join Congregation Tifereth Israel of Lower Bucks County at its Jan Beck Memorial Chip and Putt Tournament at Snipes Golf Farm, 890 W. Bridge Rd., Morrisville. Tee time is 8 a.m. RSVP to 215-741-1783 or 215-639-2238.

Campus Dedication
The Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy will host a dedication of its new home at 272 S. Bryn Mawr Ave., Bryn Mawr. Festivities will begin at 10 a.m. Call 610-667-4070.

Men's Club Breakfast
Marc Zumoff, voice of the Philadelphia 76ers, will be guest speaker at a 10 a.m. breakfast hosted by the Men's Club of Temple Sinai at 1401 N. Limekiln Pike, Dresher. Call 215- 643-6510.

Celebrating 56 Years
The Association of Jewish Holocaust Survivors of Philadelphia will host a dinner in celebration of its 56th anniversary at 5:30 p.m., at Temple Beth Ami, 9201 Bustleton Ave., Philadelphia. Solomon and Serena Zelmanovitch will be honored. Bobby Block will entertain. RSVP to 215-673-5545.

J-Fest Carnival
Carnival rides and games, face-painting, a moon bounce and other inflatables, as well as crafts and local vendors, will highlight the J-Fest Community Carnival, to be hosted by the Kaiserman JCC from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m., at 45 Haverford Rd., Wynnewood. The carnival will conclude with a free concert on the lawn, featuring Seeds of Sun. Bring a blanket and a picnic dinner, or purchase food from a vendor. For more info, call 610-896-7770, Ext. 110.

First-Ever Carnival
Savor the summer spirit of fun through September at the inaugural Jewish community festival sponsored by the Kehillah of Old York Road at the Mandell Educational Campus, Old York Rd. and Melrose Ave., Elkins Park. The carnival, scheduled from noon to 5 p.m., will include a performance by the Israeli jazz ensemble Seeds of Sun and Philadelphia-area musician Ross M. Levy. Kids of all ages (including teens) can enjoy a moon bounce, crafts, a basketball clinic and more. A Judaica and crafts market will be also be available, as well as a wide variety of kosher food. Call 215-884-3944.

Sefer Torah Siyyum
Congregation Beth El will host a Sefer Torah Siyyum at 9 a.m., in celebration of the completion of a Torah at 375 Stony Hill Rd., Yardley. Refreshments will be served. Call 215-493-1707, Ext. 4.

Ragtime Pianist
Enjoy Ragtime music with the 50-Something Group at 10:30 a.m., at Shir Ami-Bucks County Jewish Congregation, 101 Richboro Rd., Newtown. Breakfast will be included. RSVP to 215-968-3400.

Raffle & Auction
Everything from artisan jewelry and accessories to gift certificates for local businesses and restaurants, as well as handcrafted sculptures and artwork, will be offered at a Raffle/Auction Extravaganza at Beth Israel of Media. The 5:30 p.m. event will be held at the Edgmont Country Club, 5180 West Chester Pike, Newtown Square. For tickets, call 484-432-6522.

'Ordained to Be a Jew'
John David Scalamonti will speak about his journey from the priesthood to his embrace of Judaism at a breakfast meeting, following 9 a.m. services, hosted by the Men's Association of Congregation Adath Jeshurun at 7763 Old York Rd., Elkins Park. Call 215-635-6611.