GUIDE the 2019-2020 / 5780 $3.50 TO JEWISH GREATER PHILADELPHIA SYNAGOGUES • HOLIDAY CALENDAR CANDLE LIGHTING TIMES • RESOURCES & SERVICES For 150 years, we’ve dedicated ourselves to exceeding families’ expectations in cemetery and funeral planning. West Laurel Hill Dear Friends, Why does community matter? What is its value to us as Jews? In so many ways, current events have demonstrated the strength and necessity of the Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia and Jewish communal bonds. We are there for the celebrations and the crises because we have the networks and partnerships already in place to rush to where we are most needed. In order to respond to a tragedy, we need to be ready the day before, and we are. Over the past year, we banded together in times of significant simchas and sorrows. We celebrated together for Israel’s 70th anniversary with dozens of events bringing together thousands of people. We responded together when our Israel partnership region was in crisis, rushing to their aid with emergency funding for their physical and emotional safety. And when 11 Jews were murdered in Pittsburgh during Shabbat worship — followed closely by another tragic shooting in a Poway, California synagogue, killing one — we grieved together and declared our collective determination to stand up to anti-Semitism and hate in all its forms. At the very same time, the Jewish Federation has been stalwart in continuing to do our sacred day-to-day work of sustaining our Jewish communities and helping to ensure its vibrant future. Every year, thanks to your generosity, we support so many wonderful organizations and programs that serve vulnerable populations, inspire community engagement and support Jewish life and learning. That programming directly affects the lives of hundreds of thousands of people, and is something they know they can depend on, year after year — because the Jewish Federation will always be there. Therein lies the meaning and value of community. It’s the place that has your interests at heart, where you know you belong and can always turn. It’s a support system; a safety net; a big, noisy, loving mishpachah. It’s where we can amplify our voices to the point no one can ignore. Every dollar and volunteer hour is used to strengthen our community — and for that, I am grateful to each of you, since any community is only as strong as the people who participate. For everything you do to Carry the Light for our Jewish communities, I thank you. As I enter my final year as board chair, I encourage you to continue reaching out to me with your feedback and suggestions at selachs@jewishphilly.org. 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(JFGP) @JFedinPhilly Tag us #JewishPhilly To stay in the know and learn how your involvement is impacting our world, subscribe to our e-newsletter: jewishphilly.org/newsletter For the latest on everything Jewish and everything Philly, listen to our Jewish Philly podcast: jewishphilly.org/podcast Carry the Light CONTENTS 12 CANDLE-LIGHTING 14 HOLIDAY CALENDAR 16 HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL PLAZA OPENS ON PARKWAY 24 ‘COMMUNITY PORTRAIT’ STUDY EVALUATES POPULATION 30 A GIFT GUIDE FOR EVERY LIFE-CYCLE OCCASION 38 NEW RESOURCES AVAILABLE FOR AREA HOLOCAUST SURVIVORS 42 GROUP HELPS JEWISH WOMEN FOR 200 YEARS 84 FEDERATION OFFICES Colleges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 126 CULTURE Adult and Family Education . . . . . . . . . 102 Newspapers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126 104 RELIGIOUS LIFE Magazines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126 Mikvehs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111 130 INFORMATION AND REFERRAL 131 COMMERCIAL DIRECTORY Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 Mohels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112 Kosher Establishments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131 112 EXPERIENCES Art . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 Camps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112 Artists (Ketubah) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 College Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114 Bookstores and Gift Shops . . . . . . . . . . 136 Cemeteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 Adoption and Child Welfare . . . . . . . . . . . 85 Programs for the LGBTQ&A Community . . . . . . . . . 115 Counseling & Management . . . . . . . . . . . 85 Neighborhoods . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115 Funeral and Shivah Arrangements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 Domestic Violence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 Recreational Centers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116 Funeral Homes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 Services for People With Disabilities . . . 86 Secular Jewish Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . 116 Monuments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 Health Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88 Social and Membership Programs . . . . 116 Film & Documentaries . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 Services for New Americans . . . . . . . . . . . 90 Sports and Teams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118 Musical Groups . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 Services for Senior Adults . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 Volunteer Opportunities . . . . . . . . . . . . 118 Sofer (Scribe) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138 Support Groups . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Youth Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119 Shatnez Testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138 Vocational Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 120 ORGANIZATIONS Tours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138 95 EDUCATION Charitable Organizations . . . . . . . . . . . 120 139 INDEX Educational Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95 Clothing Donations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121 Early Childhood Education . . . . . . . . . . . 96 Community Relations and Public Affairs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121 ADVERTISING SECTIONS 46 DINING & ENTERTAINMENT 51 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 59 REAL ESTATE 62 SENIOR LIVING 68 SCHOOLS & CAMPS 72 SYNAGOGUES 75 RETAIL Neighboring Federations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 84 SERVICES AND PROGRAMS Addictions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 Synagogue-Based Education Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 Synagogues, Havurahs and Minyans . . 104 Rabbinical Organizations . . . . . . . . . . . 107 Congregational Organizations . . . . . . . . . 108 Chabad-Lubavitch Centers . . . . . . . . . . 108 Chaplaincy Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109 Conversion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109 Divorce . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109 Eruvs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109 Hospice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110 Interfaith . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110 Kashrut . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110 Life-Cycle Officiants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111 Professional Organizations . . . . . . . . . . 122 Other Early Childhood Educational Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 Holocaust Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123 Day Schools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 124 ISRAEL Before- and After-School Programs . . . . 99 Other Youth Educational Programs . . . 100 Scholarship Funds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 War Veterans Posts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 Government and Business . . . . . . . . . . 124 Israel Experiences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 Support and Advocacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125 Online . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126 Publishers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126 Radio and Television . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127 Cultural Arts Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127 Israeli Dancing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127 Libraries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127 Museums and Exhibits . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128 Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129 Landmarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129 Theater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129 THE GUIDE 2019/2020 11 Candle-Lighting Times September 2019 Sept. 6 Sept. 13 Sept. 20 Sept. 27 7:07 p.m. 6:55 p.m. 6:44 p.m. 6:32 p.m October 2019 Oct. 4 Oct. 11 Oct. 18 Oct. 25 6:21 p.m. 6:10 p.m. 5:59 p.m. 5:49 p.m. November 2019 Nov. 1 Nov. 8 Nov. 15 Nov. 22 Nov. 29 5:41 p.m. 4:33 p.m. 4:27 p.m. 4:22 p.m. 4:19 p.m. December 2019 Dec. 6 4:18 p.m. Dec. 13 Dec. 20 Dec. 27 4:18 p.m. 4:20 p.m. 4:24 p.m. January 2020 Jan. 3 Jan. 10 Jan. 17 Jan. 24 Jan. 31 4:30 p.m. 4:36 p.m. 4:44 p.m. 4:52 p.m. 5:00 p.m. February 2020 Feb. 7 Feb. 14 Feb. 21 Feb. 28 5:09 p.m. 5:17 p.m. 5:25 p.m. 5:33 p.m. March 2020 March 6 March 13 March 20 5:41 p.m. 6:48 p.m. 6:55 p.m. March 27 April 2020 April 3 April 10 April 17 April 24 May 2020 May 1 May 8 May 15 May 22 May 29 June 2020 June 5 June 12 June 19 June 26 7:03 p.m. 7:10 p.m. 7:17 p.m. 7:24 p.m. 7:31 p.m. 7:38 p.m. 7:45 p.m. 7:52 p.m. 7:58 p.m. 8:04 p.m. 8:09 p.m. 8:12 p.m. 8:15 p.m. 8:16 p.m. July 2020 July 3 July 10 July 17 July 24 July 31 8:15 p.m. 8:13 p.m. 8:09 p.m. 8:04 p.m. 7:57 p.m. August 2020 Aug. 7 Aug. 14 Aug. 21 Aug. 28 7:49 p.m. 7:40 p.m. 7:30 p.m. 7:20 p.m. September 2020 Sept. 4 Sept. 11 Sept. 18 Sept. 25 7:09 p.m. 6:57 p.m. 6:46 p.m. 6:34 p.m. Healing is a journey. 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Call 610-658-2518, ext. 207. pjds.org ©2019 PJDS Holocaust Memorial Plaza Opens on Parkway Selah Maya Zighelboim | JE Staff T he Horwitz-Wasserman Holocaust Memorial Plaza teemed with an- ticipation the morning of Oct. 22 as more than 200 people buzzed about, chatting and exchanging pleasantries as they waited for the opening ceremony to begin. The Philadelphia Holocaust Remembrance Foundation (PHRF) formally unveiled the new plaza with speeches by those involved with the project, local officials and a Holocaust survivor, as well as a ribbon-cutting ceremony. Following the event, the plaza opened to the public. Located at the corner of 16th Street and the Benjamin Franklin Parkway, the Monument to Six Million Jewish Martyrs stands at the plaza’s focal point. The late sculptor Nathan Rappaport created the bronze monument in 1964, which will now be joined in its mission of remembrance by the surrounding plaza. “For many of us, today is a day of conflicting emotions, as we reflect on an event that represents the ultimate manifestation of human evil and, without a doubt, the most significant violation of human rights in modern history,” PHRF Chairman David Adelman said. “But today is also a reason to celebrate — celebrate the democratic values that bind us, celebrate the furtherance of Holocaust education and celebrate the people The sign at the Horwitz-Wasserman Holocaust Memorial Plaza SELAH MAYA ZIGHELBOIM A simpler, more convenient lifestyle awaits at Dunwoody Village where you can ditch all the humdrum chores of homeownership. That leaves you with time for your favorite activities like golf and book club. Or pick up a new hobby—be it quilting, pickleball or woodworking. Ready to embrace your newfound freedom? 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School VISIT US to learn how an Agnes Irwin education fosters the journey of self-discovery and empowers girls to learn, to lead, and to live a legacy. Request a private family tour of our campus, or register for an open house by visiting agnesirwin.org/openhouse. Celebrating 150 years of empowering girls and inspiring women Ithan Avenue and Conestoga Road, Rosemont, PA | 610.526.1667 | agnesirwin.org that made this initiative possible.” Diff erent elements and additions to the plaza serve as a reminder of the Holocaust. Th ese include six pillars on one side of the plaza for the 6 million Jews murdered. One side of each pillar mentions a key event of the Holocaust to contrast with a diff erent democrat- ic value. Train tracks that once led to the Treblinka concentration camp are embedded in the pavement to underscore the deportations that led to genocide. One of the saplings of the original Th eresienstadt tree — planted and nurtured by children impris- oned in that concentration camp — now stands at the plaza. Th e sapling’s presence is intended to highlight the investment that must be made for future generations. At the far western portion of the plaza is a tree grove, which represents the woodlands that sheltered those in the resistance movement and those forced into hiding. PHRF worked with the USC Shoah Foundation to include the plaza in its iWalk app. Th e app pro- vides users with three diff erent guides through the plaza — for middle school students, high school students and general audiences — to learn about its diff erent sections. Th e guides include testimo- nies from Holocaust survivors, maps and other multimedia content. Th e information is also available in Spanish. “I’m here today, proud three times over,” said Stephen Cozen, chair of USC Shoah Foundation board of councilors and founder and chairman of Cozen O’Connor. “I’m a Jewish American, I’m a “For many of us, today is a day of confl icting emotions, as we refl ect on an event that represents the ultimate manifestation of human evil.” DAVID ADELMAN Friends Central School DISCOVER FCS • WALK-IN WEDNESDAY TOURS EACH WEEK! Educating for Excellence Since 1845 • friendscentral.org 18 THE GUIDE 2019/2020 Six pillars on the plaza contrast democratic values with events of the Holocaust. 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Register for an open house or private tour by visiting www.baldwinschool.org/openhouse or by contacting our admissions office at (610)525-2700 x290. 701 Montgomery Avenue Bryn Mawr, PA 19010 www.baldwinschool.org Survivor Anneliese Nossbaum speaks, with David Adelman beside her. Philadelphia native and I’m the chair of the USC Shoah Foundation. I’m proud of this inspiring memorial and important teaching tools that we will add to it.” “I grew up in Budapest, Hungary, and all four of my grandparents are Holocaust survivors,” said PHRF Acting Director Eszter Kutas, who was not one of the speakers but was praised for her work in creating the plaza several times during the speech- es. “Th is project has been a personal calling for me because of that legacy. It makes me extremely proud and inspired to be able to participate in something that is going to have a lasting impact for future gen- erations in Holocaust education.” In 2004, PHRF began brainstorming possible ways to use the land surrounding the monument. Th e foundation decided on a plaza, “an open public space that’s accessible to everybody,” Kutas said. Two and a half years ago, PHRF unveiled its plans. Th en, on Nov. 28, PHRF broke ground and construction began. With its location at such a central point in the city, some speakers noted that while many would come to explore the plaza, many others would hap- pen upon it accidentally. “It’s just beautiful,” said Sarah Meller, a Holocaust survivor who attended the opening. “I know so many people will come here and read about it and see and experience this. It’s really a good thing they did this. It’s a wonderful memorial. Of course, a lot of people come to Philadelphia to visit, a lot of tour- ists, and this will be nice for people to see.” “It’s just beautiful. I know so many people will come here and read about it and see and experience this.” SARAH MELLER 20 THE GUIDE 2019/2020 Springfield Country Club The Episcopal Academy Meller was 8 in 1941 when Italy invaded her home- town in what was then Yugoslavia. Her father and brother fled to the mountains to hide with the par- tisans, but Meller stayed with her mother. Her father thought Germans wouldn’t hurt women and children. Meller and her mother eventually fled as well. They lived in hiding with a farmer for six months, then fled for the mountains. The British liberated them. She and her family eventually came to the United States as refugees. “People should know what happened, and it should never happen again,” Meller said. “People should know how terrible Hitler was. He killed so many.” The final speaker was Holocaust survivor Anneliese Nossbaum, whose testimonial is included in the iWalk app. Nossbaum grew up in Germany. The war started when she was 12. She survived Theresienstadt and Auschwitz,but lost her family in the Holocaust. Her speech, she said, was a tribute to her family. “When I speak to students, my message to them is this: Try to understand other people,” she said. “Try to be tolerant, be kind and maybe even a little bit lov- ing. Know right from wrong, and demand justice.” l szighelboim@jewishexponent.com; 215-832-0729 Visit the only Quaker school for preschool through Grade 12 in Montgomery County. Open Houses and Tour Dates available at: www.abingtonfriends.net “When we chose AFS over public school, we weren’t sure it was the right choice. Now that we are here, there’s no comparison. 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It poses questions about socioeconomic status, philanthropy and volunteering, perceptions of Israel and more. “If we don’t do a study, then we have no idea because if you ask a Jewish organization, then they only know the people they serve,” said Kelly Romirowsky, director of evaluation, research and knowledge management at Jewish Federation. “Th at’s exactly why we need to do this study.” Th e preliminary results are expected in November, and the full study will be ready in early 2020. Th e results will be made widely available so that diff erent Jewish organizations can use them. Th e study is led by Romirowsky, who is support- ed by a lay leadership committee and a technical advisory committee. Th e Jewish Federation selected Westat as the research fi rm to conduct the study. Th e study is more than just a census because it has practical goals, said Adam Laver, who, along with his wife Sara, is co-chair of the lay leadership committee. 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It’s been a decade since this kind of study of the local Jewish community has been done. Romirowsky said such studies usually take place every 10 years in similar cities. One of the differences between the last study and the current one is terminology; for example, the current survey uses the phrase “interfaith” instead of “mixed” to refer to marriage. This study also has more questions about anti-Semitism, Israel, health and transportation. “I don’t believe in the past we asked much about transportation,” Romirowsky said. “I know, being an evaluation director here, that transportation is a huge issue for our community members, both young and old, in being able to access both religious Jewish and just general social services.” The survey 10 years ago defined Jewish engagement as synagogue membership or participation in rituals like lighting Shabbat candles or attending a Passover seder. 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We don’t know.” They are holding focus groups to gather qualita- tive data that can supplement the information they collect through the study. “We can’t ask everything because you really want to keep it to about 20, 25 minutes,” Romirowsky said. “That’s why we’re following up, and we’ve already started doing focus groups to really get the story and the why for people and really get a rich picture of what people are experiencing.” The focus groups allow researchers to delve deep- er into issues facing specific subsets of the Jewish community, such as Russian speakers, Israelis, older adults, college students and more. Focus group par- ticipation is open to the community; participants do not need to have been selected for the study. “This is Abraham’s tent,” Adam Laver said, “and it’s open to all.” People interested in participating in focus groups can call 215-832-0863. l szighelboim@jewishexponent.com; 215-832-0729 28 THE GUIDE 2019/2020 YOU CAN ALWAYS EXPECT EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE & CONVENIENCE Montefiore Cemetery Always an On-Site Counselor to Escort You to Your Location No Charge for Genealogical Research On-Site or In-Home Consultation with No Obligation Protect Your Loved Ones Now from Overwhelming Decisions and Expenses Later Our In-Home Service Makes Your Planning Easier Signifi cant Discounts on Pre-Need Purchases of Property • All Plans are Interest Free • COMPLETE MONUMENT SERVICES ON PREMISES I WOULD LIKE MORE INFORMATION Name: ______________________________ Address: _____________________________ ____________________________________ ____________________________________ Home Phone: _________________________ Cell Phone: ___________________________ Email: _______________________________ Mail to: MONTEFIORE CEMETERY CO. 600 Church Road Jenkintown, PA 19046 Or in the Convenience of Your Home. 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Older B’nai Mitzvah would also certainly have a greater appreciation for this gift than a teenager. l JEWISH FAMILY AND CHILDREN’S SERVICE OF GREATER PHILADELPHIA STRENGTHENING LIVES SINCE 1855 JFCS /Jewish Family & Children’s Services* Our mission is to strengthen families and individuals across generations and cultures to achieve stability, independence and community. J F C S S E R V E S O U R C O M M U N I T Y B Y: Improving the Promoting and supporting healthy growth and development of of low-income and working families and individuals. CHILDREN, TEENS, AND FAMILIES. Helping Connecting people in need and their caregivers, faith organizations, and health providers with services, information, and live with dignity and independence. COMMUNITY. FINANCIAL STABILITY VULNERABLE SENIORS AND PEOPLE LIVING WITH DISABILITIES JNF.ORG szighelboim@jewishexponent.com; 215-832-0729 jfcsphilly.org | 866.JFCS.NOW | info@jfcsphilly.org JFCS partners with The Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia THE GUIDE 2019/2020 35 Roosevelt Boulevard Your one stop shop for ALL of your Kosher needs. OUR FULL SERVICE GLATT DEPARTMENT FEATURES: R & R Shop-Rite/Wake- fern Food • Fresh Cut Meats • Sliced to Order Deli items • A complete line of Dairy, Frozen & Grocery Delicacies Including: Items imported from Israel • Olive Bar • Kosher Parve Cakes, Cookies, Pastries & More! • Store Prepared Hot Foods Including: Kosher Rotisserie Chicken & Fried Chicken BOULEVARD BOTTLE SHOP FEATURING KOSHER WINES * Supervised by the Community Kashrus of Philadelphia. Full-time Mashgiach on premises. SHOPRITE OF ROOSEVELT BLVD. 11000 Roosevelt Blvd. (215) 673-1200 Discover The Grove. THE GROVE AT Meadowood Sr And rediscover your Living:C/O true colors. Varsity Media Agency Come explore our new open floor plans at a private tour or information session. While you’re here, use our virtual reality tool to customize your home’s stunning finishes around your unique tastes. Please also join us for our Dine & Discover luncheons. Explore the delightful perks of life at Meadowood over a delicious lunch. Wednesday, September 18, and Thursday, September 26 — both at 11 a.m. Space is limited, so RSVP for all events at 484.991.7850 or online at TheGroveAtMeadowood.net. Location: Meadowood campus, 3205 W. Skippack Pike, Worcester, PA 19490 36 THE GUIDE 2019/2020 lsh We Re d 532 Rd Lio n R d Bustl eton Ave Friends, Family, Neighbors d e R rre Ve 63 d Re n Lio R 1001 1 R d Kr ew s t ow n R d NO ENTRANCE FEE. Kr ew sto wn Paul’s Run - DIRECT Hearth Paul’s Run provides a variety of Jewish social programs, including Shabbat services every Friday. We truly are the Best Value in Retirement Living! Contact us for more information or to schedule a personal lunch and tour at 1-877-859-9444 PaulsRun.org/Save 9896 Bustleton Avenue • Philadelphia, PA 19115 Our residents enjoy luxurious living in a very distinctive community while receiving the very best services and care for their individual interests and needs. The intimate households at The Hearth provide a true sense of being at home. Paul’s & Run - DIRECT Exclusive Luxurious Hearth Learn more about the extraordinary experience that only The Hearth at Drexel can offer. Call 1-877-205-9428 or visit www.TheHearthAtDrexel.org/Luxurious to schedule a personal tour or to obtain more information. Assisted Living www.TheHearthAtDrexel.org Assisted Living • Memory Care • Respite Care 238 Belmont Ave. | Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004 THE GUIDE 2019/2020 37 New Resources Available for Area Holocaust Survivors Eric Schucht | JE Staff A n estimated one of every three Holocaust sur- vivors in the United States today lives at or near the poverty line. In Philadelphia, they will now have access to new resources, courtesy of a partnership between Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia, Jewish Family and Children’s Service of Greater Philadelphia (JFCS), Kavod and the Seed the Dream Foundation. The new resources expand a collaboration with Kavod that’s been in place for about a year, said JFCS CEO and President Paula Goldstein. “We’re delighted for the partnership. We are really committed to doing anything that we can to help our Holocaust survivors live out their lives in good health and having their various needs met, and Kavod is one spoke on the wheel in terms of enabling that to hap- pen with emergency needs,” Goldstein said. “We’re always very grateful for any funding that comes our way to take care of Holocaust survivors.” Kavod was started by Amy Israel Pregulman and An employee of the Jewish Federation’s Northeast NORC assists a Holocaust survivor in her home. PHOTOS BY MATT STANLEY For the JEVS Human community... Services JEVS is there. • • • • • • Behavioral Health & Recovery Community Supports & Adult Residential Education & Career Services Employment for People with Disabilities Long-Term Supports & In-Home Care Youth & Young Adult Services 1845 Walnut St., 7th Floor Philadelphia, PA 19103 215.854.1800 jevshumanservices.org Laura, a JEVS Career Strategies Client 38 THE GUIDE 2019/2020 JEVS Human Services partners with the Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia and is a constituent of the United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey Dozens of fall trunk shows scheduled, see JansBoutique.com for all our designer events! Jan’s Boutique* Joseph Ribkoff Trunk Show September 20th and 21st National Museum of Amer. Jewish History* NMAJH Museum Store The Delaware Valley’s unsurpassed selection of Tallit, Ketubot, Yads, ceremonial Judaica, and jewelry by Jewish American and Israeli designers. Your purchase directly supports the National Museum of American Jewish History, the only Museum that celebrates and explores 360+ years of American Jewish life. 215.923.0262 | Judaicashop.net Corner of 5 th and Market Streets on Independence Mall THE GUIDE 2019/2020 39 Goldstein’s Funeral Home 1/3 “People have underlying conditions that are sometimes exacerbated by fasting. Ask your rabbi for a heter to eat if you need medication or have issues.” ALEX POLLAK John Pregulman, a Denver couple who launched the nonprofit 3½ years ago. In May, the organization announced a new initiative to expand the aid it provides, partnering with the Seed the Dream Foundation to launch Kavod Survivors of the Holocaust Emergency Fund (SHEF). It’s made possible by a national fundraising campaign with mon- ey raised in 12 local communities across the country matched dol- lar-for-dollar by a coalition of national donors. The additional $3.6 million, raised over two years, will be used to help survivors pay for medical bills, rent, food and home repairs. “The issue is so striking,” said Amy Israel Pregulman, who serves as Kavod’s executive director. “It’s such a crisis that’s happening across the country, and internationally as well, that these individuals who have suffered a tremendous, horrific experience that most of us can’t even wrap our heads around, that at this stage in their lives that they’re still struggling just [with] day-to-day basic needs. When we share the issue with people, it doesn’t take much for them to say, ‘Oh my gosh, how can I help?’” One of the communities that partnered with Kavod to raise funds for the initiative is Philadelphia, with 100 percent of the money raised locally going to survivors throughout the area. 40 THE GUIDE 2019/2020 A Northeast NORC employee speaks with a Holocaust survivor. Goldstein’s Funeral Home 2/3 Normally, it takes about two to three weeks for Kavod to fulfill funding requests. Locally, such requests will be directed to JFCS via a hotline: 720-295-8484. JFCS will distribute funds from Kavod SHEF anonymously to survivors in the form of gift cards or by directly paying their bills. Jewish Federation President and CEO Naomi Adler encouraged survivors and loved ones to call the number and take advantage of the available resources. “There are many survivors that are living at or below the poverty level, which is completely unacceptable given our strong affinity to ensure that they live the rest of their days with dignity and with as much help as possible,” Adler said. “Every single person, take a look at who is in their neighborhood, or in their friend group or [anyone] who would know a Holocaust survivor who is living in the Greater Philadelphia area, and take a moment to grab the national phone num- ber and make sure that every Holocaust survivor knows that if they have emergency medical or dental or rent or any issue that’s going on in their lives, there is additional support for them now.” Kavod founder John Pregulman hopes to raise awareness of sur- vivor needs through Kavod SHEF and through the nonprofit’s other project — photographing every Holocaust survivor alive today. “When you think about these seniors and what they’ve been through, we’re trying to raise awareness that these people should not have to suffer again after the suffering they went through 70 years ago,” John Pregulman said. “It just seems like a much larger problem that people don’t know about.” l eschucht@jewishexponent.com; 215-832-0751 THE GUIDE 2019/2020 41 Serving Families of the Jewish Community Since 1953 King David Memorial 215-355-9917 Park 3594 Bristol Rd. 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At the time, Sklaroff said, Philadelphia Jewish women who found themselves unexpectedly without a husband (whether by ill- ness, death or greener pastures) were in the doubly unenviable position of being both without much of a safety net or a Jewish organization that could cater to their needs. There were Christian missionaries who assisted such women in procuring food, shelter and clothing, but there was also “a good dose of indoctri- nation,” according to Sklaroff. Thus the FHBS was born, a product of work done by a group of women from Congregation Mikveh Israel, with Gratz leading the charge; she’d hold the secretary position for close to 40 years. The women of the FHBS, according to the constitution penned in 1837, were “desirous of rendering them- selves useful to their indigent Sisters of the House of Israel, associated themselves together for the purposes of charity.” FHBS was small then, and remains small now — run completely by a 13-member volunteer board. They focus on four core areas: emergency aid, some- times in the form of monthly stipends; personal emergency response systems for frail, elderly women who need assistance; a pharmacy stipend program and summer camp scholarships for children. These programs, Sklaroff noted, are a reflection of the needs of the day; the current iteration of FHBS does significantly different work than the FHBS of 35 years ago when Sklaroff joined the group, let alone 200 years ago. Board members were doing monthly home visits when she began. Sklaroff was a reluctant sign-up at first. Her mother died when she was young, and she was quite close to her grandmother. One day, her grand- mother’s closest friend, Bertha Braude — their hus- bands were first cousins — asked her to join the board of the FHBS. Sklaroff, grateful to Braude for years of friendship to her grandmother, agreed. She had reservations. For one, she was committed at the time to working in charitable organizations that had some sort of relevance to her life as a mother with two young children. “I didn’t really want to do anything that didn’t impact them directly,” she said. To further the feeling of not belonging, she was far and away the youngest woman at the first meet- ing she attended, held in Braude’s John F. Kennedy Boulevard apartment. Braude, then president, con- ducted the meeting in a suit, hat and gloves. “I was horrified,” she remembered. But she felt she had to continue for her grand- mother and pressed on. Within two years, Braude called Sklaroff to tell her that she was being unilaterally declared treasurer. Since then, Sklaroff has worked to make FHBS sustainable, helpful and meaningful to its constituents, some of whom are Holocaust survivors. Most of the women helped by FHBS are not made self-sufficient by the help they receive, nor is that really the point, Sklaroff said, although she certainly doesn’t complain when it turns out that way. Some women depend on the group for many years; others get a one-time stipend and are never heard from again. The object is to simply be a place for women who need help, Sklaroff said. “Our donors like us,” she said, “because we’re quiet, we’re quick and they know their money is going directly to a Jewish woman in need.” Pam Stein, a tax partner at an accounting firm, is the current FHBS treasurer. She finds herself fascinated by the history of the group, and how changing societal mores and women’s legal standing have allowed the Pam Steins of the world to flourish in a way they couldn’t before. Aside from her work as an accountant, Stein worked for the Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia at the local and national level for many years. “I feel an obligation to perpetuate it,” she said of the FHBS. As one might expect of a low-key organization, the main part of its anniversary celebration will consist of a small, private affair: A ceremony and stone-placing will be conducted at the Mikveh Israel Cemetery, where seven original board members are buried. What is certainly against the group’s M.O. is an anni- versary banner ad on the PECO Building. Anonymity aside, Sklaroff said, 200 years is a big deal. The future of the group, Sklaroff said, will be up to the women who run it, just as it was put to her on the day she took a leadership position. “I would want it to look like what the women who are leading it want it to be,” she said. Stein hopes that whatever form it takes, its con- tinued existence is assured. For the 400th anniversa- ry, she said, it’ll be good to know that “there’s still a group of Jewish women in the Philadelphia area that are helping other Jewish women.” l Welcome to our COMMUNITY Meaningful WORSHIP • Diverse & Inclusive PROGRAMMING Commitment to SOCIAL ACTION, SOCIAL JUSTICE, TIKKUN OLAM & ISRAEL Keystone Stars Fulltime DAYCARE & PRESCHOOL (3 mo. – K) Quality RELIGIOUS SCHOOL (K-12) • Dynamic ADULT EDUCATION Cong. Beth SCHEDULE A TOUR Or* TODAY. Become family tomorrow. Contact Jillian Peskin, Director of Member Engagement, 215-646-5806, ext. 234, jpeskin@bethor.org 239 Welsh Road, Maple Glen, PA bethor.org Senior Rabbi, Gregory S. Marx  Associate Rabbi, Jason Bonder Cantor, David Green  Adjunct Cantor, Jaime Murley jbernstein@jewishexponent.com; 215-832-0740 THE GUIDE 2019/2020 43 EXPERIENCE the MUSEUM OF WE THE PEOPLE GROUPS OF 15 OR MORE ENJOY: ê Ticket discounts ê Customized tours and programs ê Personalized concierge service AMERICA’S TOWN HALL Groups enjoy discounted rates to our timely Town Hall programs featuring Center President Jeffrey Rosen and thought leaders from all sides of the debate. Visit constitutioncenter.org/debate for our calendar of events. National Constitution Center HAMILTON: THE CONSTITUTIONAL CLASHES THAT SHAPED A NATION OPEN NOW-DECEMBER 31, 2019 Explore the National Constitution Center’s compelling exhibit which highlights the competing ideas of Alexander Hamilton and his legendary rivals. BECOME A MEMBER AND BE INSPIRED Enjoy complimentary Museum admission, discounted and free tickets for blockbuster America’s Town Hall programs, and more. Visit constitutioncenter.org/membership to learn more and join. BOOK YOUR GROUP EXPERIENCE TODAY! Contact Gina Romanelli at 215.409.6695 or gina@constitutioncenter.org. Independence Mall ê constitutioncenter.org ê Philadelphia, PA NEW EXHIBIT OPEN NOW! AMERICA’S FIRST GALLERY dedicated to exploring the constitutional story of the Civil War and the Reconstruction era amendments. Artistic Eyewear DINING & ENTERTAINMENT Citron Rose Tavern and Market Dining & Entertainment Dining & Entertainment KOSHER Citron Rose Tavern and Market 261 Montgomery Ave., Bala Cynwyd, PA 610-257-7577 • citronrosetavern.com A modern kosher tavern featuring fresh seasonal ingredients in a casual setting on the Main Line. Our cuisine is a mix of classic Southern BBQ and traditional Jewish fare. 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Groceries • Butcher • Fresh Fish • Produce • Pizza • Sushi • Meat Takeout • Deli • Grab & Go • Catering House of Kosher 9806 Bustleton ve. • hiladelphia  19115 Supermarket 215.677.8100 info@houseofkosher.co catering@houseofkosher.co Kosher Certifi cation is a marketing asset for your fi rm. under the Keystone K Hashgacha of Philadelphia 46 THE GUIDE 2019/2020 610-696-9249 E-Mail: info@kokosher.org Web: www.kokosher.com Don’t forget to dine... y e a r- r o u n d a n d s h o p at : Old City Coff ee – Reading Terminal High Point Dairy – Delaware KO Lipkin’s Bakery – NE Philly Lipkin’s Bakery – South Philly Panache-Foodarama Caterer Lewes Dairy - Delaware Giant Bakery Blue Bell Bagel Bistro - Westtown Giant Bakery Grant Avenue Glendale Kosher Meats Edible Arrangements Elkins Park Delivery to Philadelphia and Surrounding areas including Allentown, Bala Cynwyd, Blue Bell, Bucks County, Delaware, Center City, Cherry Hill and Beyond. 610-696-0408 Fax: Certifi es 100’s of facilities in 19 countries with mashgichim for manufacturers and retailers throughout the food, beverage, nutraceutical and pharmaceutical world. Maplehofe Dairy – Quarryville Shop the House online @ houseofkosher.com Tel: Giant Bakery Yardley Giant Bakery Southampton Giant Bakery Upper Moreland “If your Product Is kosher, let us help you tell the world” For the 11th year 5780 – 2019 High Holidays Sponsorship by Adas Harabonim & Kosher Service Call Congregation Beth Tovim at 215-879-1100 for details… We are celebrating our 2nd half century of service to the community! Mama’s Vegetarian 18 S. 20th St., Philadelphia, PA 215-751-0477 • mamasfalafel.com Kosher vegetarian restaurant specializing in falafel sandwiches and platters. Pita bread is baked fresh daily on premises. Mama’s food is fresh, delicious and affordable. ShopRite, Kosher on the Boulevard 11000 Roosevelt Blvd., Philadelphia, PA 215-673-1200 Kosher on the Boulevard is a premier kosher supermarket offering a full-service line of kosher grocery, dairy, frozen, meat, bakery and wine offerings. The extensive selection of beef, veal, lamb, chicken and turkey are certified kosher, custom cut in store and supervised by a full-time mashgiach. Kosher on the Boulevard has the largest selection of items imported from Israel. From your everyday household needs to specialty and gourmet catering platters, Kosher on the Boulevard is committed to serving you the finest in kosher goods at affordable prices. NON-KOSHER RESTAURANTS & DELIS Finest Italian Cuisine Special Events • Fresh Fish & Pasta Daily • On & Off Premises Catering • Gift Cards Available For Purchase BEST Outdoor Patio in Montgomery County! 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Hanlock St., Philadelphia, PA 215-462-1637 The tradition continues World-famous knishes, 20 varieties of rugelach, pasteries and cakes for all occasions. Try our new chocolate chip challah. Kosher-pareve and dairy. More locations to come. Dining & Entertainment Lipkin’s Bakery Kosher Baking At Its Best! Lipkins “Home of Lipkin’s Delicious Knishes” Trays for all occasions Assorted Danish & Pastries Lipkin’s Bakery Challahs • Rye Bread • Rolls Cakes For All Occasions 8013 Castor Avenue 2153 S. Hancock Street Philadelphia, PA 19152 Philadelphia, PA 19148 www.lipkinsoriginalbakery.com 215-342-3005 215-462-1637 Kosher Ben & Irv Deli/ Catering at its Finest Lenmar Corpora- tion Free Paper Goods We Deliver Throughout Philadelphia & Surrounding Areas www.BenAndIrvs.com Serving Breakfast , Lunch, & Dinner 7 Days a Week 1962 COUNTYLINE ROAD, HUNTINGDON VALLEY, PA 19006 215-355-2000 • FAX 215-364-6638 Mama’s Vegetarian “The King of Falafel” 18 South 20th Street • Philadelphia • 215-751-0477 Fax: 215-751-0488 • mamasfalafel.com Under the Orthodox Supervision of Community Kashrus of Greater Philadelphia THE GUIDE 2019/2020 47 Gourmet Market Catering Gifts Dining & Entertainment Dining & Entertainment Carlino’s 2616 E. County Line Road, Ardmore, PA 19003 128 West Market St., West Chester, PA 19382 610-649-4046 • carlinosmarket.com Since 1983, Carlino’s brings to life an authentic gourmet experience, where Olde World recipes blends with new world trends, in a bustling marketplace steaming with hospitality and handmade delicacies. Franky Bradley’s Restaurant  1320 Chancellor St., Philadelphia, PA 19107 215-735-0735 Old-time American classics and cocktails dovetail with the kitschy decor at this retooled revival. From intimate meals to large group events, Franky Bradley’s is sure to provide a memorable experience. We are open seven days a week and available for private parties and corporate bookings, too. Give us a call, visit our website, or check us out on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. We look forward to serving you.   Carlino’s Jeannie’s Deli 2 E. Athens Ave., Ardmore, Pa 19003 610.896.8995 • Jeanniesdeli.org A friendly deli in the heart of Ardmore. Family owned and operated. Delicious breakfast and lunch menu. Eat in or take out. Daily specials too!! Manny’s Restaurant and Deli carlinosmarket.com 610.649.4046 2616 E. County Line Rd. Ardmore, PA 19003 128 W. Market St. West Chester, PA 19382 102 Buck Road, Southampton, PA 18966 215-355-0990 • delimannys.com Manny’s Restaurant and Delicatessen serves fi ne Jewish foods and catering favorites prepared fresh in our kitchen. Our premium quality meats and smoked fi sh are sliced to your preference - #NoOtherDeli slices corned beef or lox quite like us. PARTY AND ENTERTAINMENT NEXT DAY WEEKEND DELIVERIES Call For Details Order Online ssfamousdeli.com Hours: MON-SAT 7AM-7PM SUN 7AM-6PM Come and enjoy the Famous deli Deli/Steve delicious meats that are “Out Stein of this world”! Famous Deli - where you will have the best experience & receive the best prices possible! Grant Plaza II: 1619 Grant Ave., Phila., PA 19115 ph: 215-673-6000 fax: 215-676-5927 email: famousgourmetdeli@gmail.com 48 THE GUIDE 2019/2020 VENUES & CATERING Hilton Philadelphia City Avenue 4200 City Ave., Philadelphia, PA 215-879-4000 • hiltonphiladelphiacityave.com Hilton Philadelphia City Avenue provides the space, style and personalized service that you want and expect. From grandiose galas and meticulous meetings to private parties and social soirées, your special occasion is always the main event. Panache Catering by Foodarama 4510 A Adams Circle, Bensalem, PA 215-633-7100 • 888-309-3800 • foodarama.com Simply put, Panache Catering by Foodarama is a full-service, off -premises kosher catering company with one simple goal, making your event special. Serving the Delaware Valley for more than 50 years with the fi nest home-cooked foods. Monday- Prime Rib Night! The Market of Lafayette Hill* Featuring... 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Contact groups@nmajh.org or 215.923.3811 x141 for a discount on tours for 15 or more visitors. 50 THE GUIDE 2019/2020 Sheraton Valley Forge 480 N. Gulph Road, King of Prussia, PA 484-238-1800 • sales@sheratonvalleyforge.com From corporate meetings to social events, the Sheraton Valley Forge Hotel’s nearly 25,000 square feet of total space has the versatility to host a range of functions. Their experienced planning, catering and audio-visual teams will work with you every step of the way. Springfield Country Club 400 W. Sproul Road, Springfield, PA 19064 610-690-7600 • springfieldcc.net/ Springfield Country Club offers innovative cuisine, first class on-site amenities and superior service. Providing the best in both luxury and convenience, it is a top event location for hosting weddings, banquets and corporate events. Features include on-site hotel, spa, public golf course and full-service restaurant. The Cynwyd Club 332 Trevor Lane, Bala Cynwyd, Pa 19004 610-667-4524 A premier private club for tennis, squash, swimming, fitness, banquets and socializing. There is a 35,000 square foot Tudor Style clubhouse that is perfect for Bar/Bat Mitzvahs, weddings or any kind of celebration. Woodcrest Country Club 300 E. Evesham Road, Cherry Hill, NJ 856-429-8325 • woodcrestcc.com Discover elegance and romance at this historic South Jersey golf course. Woodcrest is now semi-private and more beautiful than ever! With the sophistication of a city venue, Woodcrest Country Club offers unsurpassed service, gourmet cuisine, expert event planning and exceptional views all year round, perfect for all of your events. MUSEUMS National Constitution Center 525 Arch St., Philadelphia, PA 19106 215-409-6600 • Constitutioncenter.org The National Constitution Center in historic Philadelphia is an essential destination where visitors of all ages and backgrounds can explore the history and relevance of the Constitution, celebrate their freedoms, and embrace their role as Americans. The center features a range of exhibits, live performances and programs that illuminate constitutional freedoms and immerse you in the extraordinary story of “We the People” National Museum of American Jewish History 101 S. Independence Mall East • Philadelphia, PA 215-923-3811 • Fax: 215-923-0763 • nmajh@nmajh.org • nmajh.org Dedicated to telling the still unfolding story of Jews in America, illustrating how an immigrant population flourished under freedom while highlighting the diverse backgrounds and experiences of Jews from their arrival in America in 1654 to the present day. PARTY PLANNING Izzy J. 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THE GUIDE 2019/2020 53 JRA's work is fueled by volunteers of many ages and backgrounds - from students to seniors, Jews and non-Jews - all united by a common commitment to help those in need to strengthen community. Professional Services Professional Services Volunteer with JRA Jewish Relief Agency Through community service, JRA nourishes body and soul. VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Jewish Relief Agency 225 East City Ave., Suite 210, Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004 610-660-0190 • jra@jewishrelief.org • jewishrelief.org Opportunities include monthly Food distributions, Tiny Tots program for our youngest volunteers, a B’nai Mitzvah program and birthday card making for clients. Find out more at jewishrelief.org. FULL SERVICE SALON Salon Amar More information at www.jewishrelief.org 2 Town Place, Suite 105, Bryn Mawr, PA 19010 484.380.3853 • salonamar.com Salon Amar is a boutique hair and beauty rejuvenation salon, specializing in helping you take your personal look and hair health to the next level. 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We offer traditional granite monument sections, bronze memorial garden sections, community mausoleums, private mausoleums and family estates. Please contact our office for more information. FREE PRESCRIPTION DELIVERY TO ALL 5 COUNTIES THE GUIDE 2019/2020 55 Professional Services Professional Services Montefiore Cemetery TerraVida Holistic Centers TerraVida Holistic Centers is a Medical Marijuana Dispensary with three locations in PA: 1626 Old York Road, Abington 64 N. Main Street, Sellersville 249 Planebrook Road, Malvern help on the way Contact TerraVida Holistic Centers to learn more about obtaining a Pennsylvania Medical Marijuana card. 600 Church Road, Jenkintown, PA 215-663-1250 • montefiore.us Owned and operated by the same family since 1910, Montefiore Cemetery is privately owned and is substantially endowed. That is why Montefiore is maintained as the most stately and dignified Jewish cemetery in the area. All purchase plans are interest-free. Roosevelt Memorial Park 2701 Old Lincoln Highway, Trevose, PA 215-673-7500 Helping families through one of life’s most challenging times, Roosevelt Memorial Park honors Jewish customs and traditions. Call to learn more about the advantages of making pre-need arrangements. West Laurel Hill 225 Belmont Ave., Bala Cynwyd, PA 610-668-9900 • westlaurelhill.com West Laurel Hill is a non-denominational cemetery, now offering Jewish and green services. One location for all funeral and cemetery needs. Voted Best of the Main Line year after year. ONLINE ANTIQUE AUCTIONS Locati 1425 Welsh Rd, Maple Glen, PA 19002 215-619-2873 • locatillc.com Locati, LLC takes pride in its personal approach and expertise in online antique auctions. As a premier source for antiques online, Locati assists clients who are liquidating fine art, estate jewelry, Asian items, silver and more. 215-836-1535 • info@terravidahc.com • terravidahc.com Philadelphia’s Premier Online Source for Antiques Estate Antiques • Sterling Silver • Coins Jewelry • Americana • Asian Art locatillc.com Call Michael (215) 619-2873 Contact us for your free antiques appraisal! 56 THE GUIDE 2019/2020 Oasis Senior Advisors HEALTH CARE SERVICES Jefferson Health Oasis Senior Advisors Serving Bucks, Montco & the Greater Northeast 215-815-1106 • OasisSeniorAdvisors.com/Bucks-Montco Oasis Senior Advisors is a FREE senior housing placement service that helps seniors and their families find the best possible senior housing based upon their specific wants and needs. Silver Lining Home Healthcare 25 Washington Lane, Wyncote, PA 215-885-7701 • slhomecare.com Silver Lining Home Healthcare is one of the area’s most respected home health agencies, specializing in personalized, non-medical care. Our dedicated caregivers provide care at home, or at a nursing or assisted living facility. OPTICIANS Artistic Eyewear Locations: Doylestown, PA, Chestnut Hill, PA and West Chester, PA 215-340-1725 Doylestown • 267-331-8944 Chestnut Hill 610-738-7150 West Chester Nestled in historic downtown areas of West Chester and Doylestown, Artistic Eyewear represents the epitome of style and elegance. The beautiful shops feature the largest selection of unique and designer frames and sunglasses from around the world at prices to fit every budget. Come see what we have to offer. 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Senior Living Senior Living Deer Meadows Retire- ment Community INDEPENDENT RETIREMENT, CONTINUING CARE & MEMORY CARE COMMUNITIES Abramson Center for Jewish Life DEER MEADOWS Retirement Community • Spacious Studio, 1, and 2 Bedroom Apartments • 24 Hour Security • Engaging Activities/Events • Wellness Center SENIOR LIVING • 3 Meals Per Day • Memory Care Unit • Beautiful Gardens & Courtyards • Private Parking Ask How to Qualify for Our Fall Initiative 215-624-7575 • www.deer-meadows.org 8301 Roosevelt Blvd,  Philadelphia, PA 19152 Finding the right Senior Living Community is like finding the right dance partner. Partner. It's such a simple word. But, most would say, it's the most important word when you're in need of Personal Care Services. It's certainly how we see it at The Landing of Collegeville - like a great dance partner we know when to lead and when to follow. We're always helpful, but not obtrusive, so you get exactly what you need, when you need it. Leisure Care LLC Call (484) 854-1600 now to schedule your complimentary lunch and tour. And come see what steps we can take together. 1425 Horsham Road, North Wales, PA 215-371-3000 • 888-791-5075 • Fax: 215-371-3032 info@abramsoncenter.org • abramsoncenter.org Provides a variety of services to seniors residing on its Horsham campus, as well as to seniors throughout Greater Philadelphia. Services include skilled nursing care, senior living apartments with personal-care services, hospice, home care, post- hospital transitional care, adult day care, counseling, information and referral and aging research. Campus residents live in private rooms and apartments with large windows, gardens, a children’s play alcove and an outdoor play area. Off ers a wide range of activities, medical and nursing care, as well as Jewish religious and cultural programs, a full-time rabbi, a synagogue and kosher food. Th e center is a nonprofi t provider of care to seniors refl ecting Jewish tradition. Arden Courts of King of Prussia Arden Courts of Yardley Arden Courts of Warminster Phone: 888-478-2410 • arden-courts.com/greaterphilly With three communities in the Philadelphia area, Arden Courts Memory Care Community caters to the special needs of individuals with memory loss. Staff ed by specially-trained caregivers, Arden Courts cares for persons living with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. Each Arden Courts community features friendly common spaces, inviting kitchen and family rooms and walking paths within enclosed courtyards, all designed for the safety and comfort of our residents. Beyond the layout of the dedicated memory care community, Arden Courts focuses on maximizing the capabilities of our residents and fostering maximum independence through engaging programming and professional assistance available 24 hours a day. Artis Senior Living 2085 Lieberman Drive, Huntingdon Valley, PA 267-571-2699 • artisseniorliving.com Artis Senior Living is a 72-bed assisted living, memory care community. Th e residence is thoughtfully designed to enhance residents’ cognition and quality of life by creating a home environment that is nurturing and comfortable. ARTIS 1421 South Collegeville Rd | Collegeville, PA 19426 www.TheLandingOfCollegeville.com 62 THE GUIDE 2019/2020 Beaumont at Bryn Mawr A Healthy Tradition of Care and Wellness Bryn Mawr Terrace 601 N. Ithan Ave., Bryn Mawr, Pa 19010 610-526-7000 • Beaumontretirement.com Welcome to Beaumont, a not-for-profit Life Plan retirement community that is cooperatively owned and governed by residents, for residents....not by a corporation or outside board. The result is that you’ll have a say in how you live, and the care and support you receive…for life! Senior Living 773 E. Haverford Road, Bryn Mawr, PA 610-525-8300 • brynmawrterrace.org Bryn Mawr Terrace is a nonprofit, continuing care community located near Bryn Mawr Hospital. Founded in 1966, the Terrace serves older adults with short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, personal care, independent living and a dedicated memory care program. Senior Living Bryn Mawr Terrace Daylesford Crossing 1450 Lancaster Ave., Paoli, PA 610-640-4000 • daylesfordCrossing.com Daylesford Crossing is senior living, but different ... completely customized support, uniquely sophisticated surroundings and unparalleled hospitality. With 78 supportive living and specialized memory care apartments, Daylesford Crossing is located right in the heart of the upper Main Line. Call to find out more. Deer Meadows 8301 Roosevelt Blvd., Philadelphia, PA 215-624-7575 •deer-meadows.org “Retirement is a Journey not a Destination” The best is yet to come! All of our services, features and amenities are waiting for you to make these years the most enjoyable. Providing Independent Living, Personal Care and Memory Care in the comfort of your apartment home is what makes Deer Meadows unique. We invite you to visit our community and discover all it has to offer. Dunwoody Village 3500 West Chester Pike, Newtown Square, PA 610-359-4400 • dunwoody.org Dunwoody Village is a continuing care retirement community located in Newtown Square offering residents unparalleled comfort, five-star rated health care and a vibrant lifestyle. Combining a picturesque wooded setting with convenient nearby shopping and close proximity to the cultural attractions of Center City and Main Line Philadelphia, Dunwoody Village is truly the best of all worlds. At Main Line Senior Care Alliance communities, our dedicated and professional care teams are at the heart of the quality care and services we offer. Saunders House Wynnewood, PA | 610.658.5100 www.SaundersHouse.org • Short-Term Rehabilitation • Traditional Nursing Care • Memory Care • Respite Care Bryn Mawr Terrace Bryn Mawr, PA | 610.525.8300 www.BrynMawrTerrace.org • Short-Term Rehabilitation • Traditional Nursing Care • Personal Care & Independent Living • Memory Care • Respite Care Impressions Memory Care at Bryn Mawr Bryn Mawr, PA | 484.380.5404 www.ImpressionsMemoryCare.org • Specialized Personal Care Memory Care • Individualized Programming Golden Slipper Gems Main Line Office: 610-359-8632 Bucks County Office: 267-984-0722 Goldenslippergems.org Golden Slipper Gems offers enrichment programs for older adults at three locations. On the Main Line at Adath Israel; in Buck County at Shir Ami and at Federation Housing, in six independent living buildings. All three locations offer robust programs and trips, with the Main Line and Bucks locations, specializing in 6 and 8 week courses on a wide variety of topics. www.MainLineSCA.org THE GUIDE 2019/2020 63 238 Belmont Ave., Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004 Sales & Marketing Phone: 877-611-8921 TheHearthatDrexel.org The Hearth at Drexel is a distinctly different type of assisted living and memory care community, defined by sophisticated luxury and highly personalized care, and designed for the most discerning individuals. We are progressive in our approach, offering three levels of assistance within a unique “household” style of living. Senior Living Senior Living The Hearth at Drexel Kyffin Grove 1419 Horsham Road, North Wales, PA 267-460-8100 • KyffinGrove.com Kyffin Grove offers customized support, beautiful surroundings and unparalleled hospitality. Enjoy country living with every convenience in bucolic North Wales. Kyffin Grove has 79 supportive living and specialized, staged memory care apartments. Call to find out more. The Landing Of Collegeville Inspiring a happier, Shannondell at Valley longer life just takes a little Forge engineering. Thanks to the Model Railroad Club at Shannondell, our trains are always running and on time. With more than 1,000 feet of track, this impressive hobby room brings smiles to the faces of children and adults alike. Re-engineering their inner child – yet, another way Shannondell residents are living more inspired. Visit shannondell.com or call 800.669.2318 for more information. Living to Inspire ® 10000 Shannondell Dr, Audubon, PA 19403 © 2017 Shannondell, Inc. Silver Health Helping Lining to care Home for the people you Care* love! PA State Licensed Caregivers are bonded and insured 215-885-7701 www.slhomecare.com 64 THE GUIDE 2019/2020 484-854-1600 • LandingOfCollegeville.com The Landing of Collegeville has everything you would expect from a senior care community and more. Yes, we have personal care, but it’s a bit more individual and flexible. And yes, we have memory care, but it’s a bit more comprehensive and thoughtful. Join us and experience the difference. Masonic Village at Lafayette Hill 801 Ridge Pike, Lafayette Hill, PA 19444 610-825-6100 • masonicvillages.org Embrace maintenance-free living at Masonic Village at Lafayette Hill, a not-for-profit continuing care retirement community offering retirement living, personal care and nursing care. Enjoy Life Your Way! Meadowood Senior Living 3205 West Skippack Pike, Worcester, PA 19490 610-584-1000 • Meadowood.net • info@Meadowood.net Meadowood offers choices for retirement living tailored to you. Choose from a variety of residences, including The Grove, our new expansion. Our At Home membership-based plan helps active seniors living independently at home. Paul’s Run 9896 Bustleton Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19115 Sales & Marketing: 877-412-1339 PaulsRun.org “Live Life to the Fullest in One of Northeast Philadelphia’s Best Retirement Communities!” Since 1981, our not-for-profit Liberty Lutheran community has served people looking for a great retirement living value. Our Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) is a place where you or your loved ones can live in confidence and security. You won’t need to sacrifice your independence or the comforts of home. No Entrance Fee. Shir Ami in Newtown and Adath Israel in Merion 55-Plus Masonic Village Community Senior Living Classes Center to Golden Slipper for Enrich Your Life Seniors Programs are held at Better Than a Senior Living Time To Be A Student Again! Check out our program at GoldenSlipperGems.org For more information call us at 610-359-8632 Enrichment for Older Adults What makes a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) so much better than a 55-plus community? Philadelphia Protestant Home - direct Moments 215-274-0228 Visit PPHFamily.org/Exponent-Guide 6401 Martins Mill Rd., Philadelphia, PA 19111 Moving takes a lot of work. At a CCRC like Masonic Village, additional care and services, if ever needed, are available right in your backyard amongst people you trust. You’ll never have to move again, and your needs will be met long into the future. In addition to a beautiful home, a variety of amenities and friendly neighbors, you’ll find peace of mind. Make your last move the best move, and choose a CCRC. CALL TODAY TO SCHEDULE A PERSONAL TOUR 484-534-2087 Enjoy Life Your Way and let us take care of the rest. 801 Ridge Pike, Lafayette Hill, PA masonicvillages.org/MVLH Open for everyone. THE GUIDE 2019/2020 65 Philadelphia Corporation For Aging 215-765-9040 • PcaCares.org Our mission is to improve the quality of life for older Philadelphians and those with disabilities and to assist them in achieving the greatest possible levels of health, independence and productivity. Senior Living Senior Living The Philadelphia Protestant Home I chose a Sage Senior SageLife Living community. ALL-IN-ONE-SENIOR LIVING 6401 Martins Mill Rd, Philadelphia, PA 19111 215-274-0228 • PPHFamily.org/Exponent-Guide PPH is a not for profit, non-denominational, continuing care retirement community providing affordable quality care, security and an enriched lifestyle for seniors. We offer a selection of apartments, services and care customized to resident desires and needs. Plush Mills Senior Living 501 Plush Mill Road, Wallingford, PA 610-690-1630 • plushmills.com • daylesfordcrossing.com Plush Mills is different. You see it when you walk through the door, the upscale décor, the comfortable atmosphere and the feeling that this is a place where people know what it means to live well. With 157 independent and supportive living apartments, Plush Mills is just the right size. Call to find out more. A resident since 2012, ‘Captain’ Ron Cohen adds to community life at Plush Mills by sharing his love of music, boating, and science. He serves on the Resident Council and conducts Shabbat services. Though a teetotaler himself, Ron’s favorite spot is the Pub. “It’s a gem! A great place to share a laugh with neighbors.” Living to the power of you. Call and come see. 154 years old SIMPSON HOUSE 154 years old 154 154 years years old old SIMPSON HOUSE SIMPSON HOUSE ECHO LAKE Retirement Living, Reinvented: NOW OPEN! 484-568-4777 | LivingAtEchoLake.com | Malvern, PA PLUSH MILLS Independent & Supportive Living 610-690-1630 | PlushMills.com | Wallingford, PA DAYLESFORD CROSSING Supportive Living & Memory Care 610-640-4000 | DaylesfordCrossing.com | Paoli, PA KYFFIN GROVE Supportive Living & Memory Care 267-460-8100 | KyffinGrove.com | North Wales, PA 66 THE GUIDE 2019/2020 SIMPSON HOUSE Philadelphia’s oldest retirement community has come a long SIMPSON HOUSE Philadelphia’s oldest retirement community has come a long way! We Philadelphia’s have brand new Independent Living apartments oldest retirement retirement community has has come a long community come a long in in our our way! Philadelphia’s We have oldest brand new Independent Living apartments way! 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Fairmount Park is still close to all the action and major routes. 2101 Belmont Avenue l Philadelphia, PA 19131 2101 Belmont Avenue l Philadelphia, PA 19131 2101 215-878-3600 Belmont Avenue l Philadelphia, PA 19131 215-878-3600 l www.simpsonhouse.org www.simpsonhouse.org 2101 Belmont l Avenue l Philadelphia, PA 19131 215-878-3600 l www.simpsonhouse.org 215-878-3600 l www.simpsonhouse.org Independent Living Care Care l Memory Care Care Independent Living l Personal l Personal l Memory 5-Star Rated Skilled & Rehabilitation Independent Living Personal Memory Care Care 5-Star Rated Skilled & Care Rehabilitation Independent Living l Nursing l Nursing Personal Care l l Memory Skilled Nursing Nursing & & Rehabilitation Rehabilitation 5-Star 5-Star Rated Rated Skilled Rydal Waters 1515 The Fairway, Jenkintown PA 19046 215-885-6800 Rydal Waters is the planned cottage neighborhood expansion of the Rydal Park Life Plan Community. Rydal Waters will be located at Old York Road and Rydal Way, slated to open in 2020. See our ad and call us to learn more. Introducing the NEW Wesley Enhanced Living Main Line Affordable Senior Living Now Even Better! Senior Living 1515 The Fairway, Jenkintown PA 19046; 215-885-6800 Rydal Park is the Philadelphia-area’s premier life plan community. Offering a convenient location in Abington Township, beautifully landscaped grounds, cultural programming and entertainment, multiple dining venues, driving service, easy access to the train and more! See our ad and call us to learn more. Senior Living Rydal Park Saunders House 100 Lancaster Ave., Wynnewood, PA 610-658-5100 • saundershouse.org Founded in 1864, Saunders House is a nonprofit, skilled nursing care center of choice. Located adjacent to Lankenau Hospital in Wynnewood, Saunders House provides quality short-term, rehabilitation and long-term care, including dementia care. Shannondell at Valley Forge 10000 Shannondell Drive, Audubon, PA 19403 800-669-2318 • shannondell.com Shannondell residents enjoy an active lifestyle in a setting that feels more like a resort than a retirement community. With an abundance of quality amenities, activities and personal services. Shannondell is truly “living to inspire.” Our residents enjoy peace of mind that stems, in part, from access to quality continuing care, including personal care, dementia care and skilled nursing care. Simpson House 210 Belmont Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19131 215-792-2198 • simpsonhouse.org Simpson House is an accredited continuing care retirement community where you can enjoy an active, independent lifestyle and at the same time have a plan in place for the future. Simpson House features a vast array of healthcare services right on our own campus – near spouse, family and friends – without the inconvenience of moving. You and your family can have peace of mind…. Symphony Square 35 Old Lancaster Road, Bala Cynwyd, PA 610-660-6560 • symphonysq.com Symphony Square assisted living and memory care is a friendly, relaxed atmosphere, making it easy to meet new friends, engage in activities and experience days filled with joy. Our caring associates are focused on providing the very best personalized care for you comfort and ease. No more worrying about tedious daily tasks like cooking or cleaning! Coming Soon... Wesley Enhanced Grand entrance and elegant lobby Main Brand Living new Pub with delicious Line menu selections • • • Re-designed main dining room • Spacious Studio, One, and Two Bedroom apartments with upgraded finishes • New Fireside living room with wall to wall windows Pre-renovation • Completely renovated specials Personal Care and Skilled for select Nursing areas apartments – call today Schedule a Private Tour Today! Call 610-615-8352 Waverly Heights 1400 Waverly Road, Gladwyne, PA 610-645-8764 • waverlyheightsltd.org A premier retirement community located in the heart of the Main Line, providing outstanding residential and health care services and accommodations. Call or visit the website for more information. 100 Halcyon Drive • Media, PA 19063 877-U-AGE-WEL ∙ www.WEL.org The Wesley Enhanced Living continuing care retirement communities are non-profit, with a mission to deliver a purpose-filled life to residents. THE GUIDE 2019/2020 67 Wesley Enhanced Living Schools & Camps Schools & Camps 100 Halcyon Drive, Media, PA 610-222-6268 • wel.org Wesley Enhanced Living Main Line is committed to encouraging residents to enjoy purpose-fi lled lives at any age, while remaining dedicated to honoring their Jewish heritage and traditions. SCHOOLS AND CAMPS SCHOOLS Abington Friends School  waverly 575 Washington Lane, Jenkintown, PA 19046 215-886-4350 • abingtonfriends.net Abington Friends School off ers a powerful academic program based on Quaker values for students age 3 through Grade 12. Located on a 50-acre campus in Jenkintown, minutes from the northeast border of Philadelphia.  Agnes Irwin School South Ithan Avenue and Conestoga Road, Bryn Mawr, PA 610-525-6125 • agnesirwin.org Th e Agnes Irwin School is an all-girls, non-sectarian college preparatory day school for students from pre-kindergarten through grade 12. Agnes Irwin is a place where girls take chances, discover their strengths and excel across a wide range of academic subjects and extracurricular pursuits. A place where girls are confi dent, engaged and excited about what lies ahead. AIM ACADEMY 1200 River Road, Conshohocken, PA 19428 215-483-2461 • aimpa.org AIM Academy is an independent co-educational college prep school serving bright students with language-based learning diff erences in grades 1-12. AIM was founded in 2006. Albert Einstein Academy 101 Garden of Eden Road, Wilmington, DE 19803 302-478-5026 • admissions@einsteinday.org • einsteinday.org Pluralistic Jewish day school for students K-5. We’re an amazing school as well as a family. Strong performing arts program. Come visit and learn more. Albert Einstein Academy Our Recipe for Success: • • • • K-5 Jewish Day School Outstanding Academic Program Integrated, Dual-Language Curriculum Middle States Commission Accredited The icing? Now Offering TIERED TUITION 68 Learn more about our Jewish values based education at einsteinday.org 302-478-5026 THE GUIDE 2019/2020 Abington Friends School Freedom to Flourish An award-winning theatre program exposes students to the multi-faceted world of live performance with immersive and challenging learning experiences. www.abingtonfriends.net/arts The Baldwin School P.O. Box 60491, King of Prussia, PA 19406 610-601-9010 • collegethoughts.com CollegeTh oughts helps students create authentic narratives that fuel compelling college applications. Our holistic process combines test preparation and college application essentials to design individualized paths to the right college fi t. Early Learning at Beth Sholom 8231 Old York Road, Elkins Park, PA 19027 215-887-3625 ext 223 Early Learning at Beth Sholom is an excellent preschool that provides an array of infant and toddler care, Traditional and Montessori options. Special classes in Music, Gym, Hebrew, Soccer and Mandarin are off ered weekly along with an exceptional Shabbat program. You are able to choose the program that works best for your child in a loving, stimulating and creative environment, where your child will grow cognitively and emotionally. . Early Learning is proud to be Keystone 4 Star program, the highest rating in Pennsylvania. Schools & Camps College Thoughts What’s New at Gratz! TEEN EDUCATION • Jewish Community High School on-campus and online courses for 8th - 12th grade students • College credit bearing courses for 11th -12th grade students ADULT CONTINUING EDUCATION • Continuing Legal Education • Adult Jewish Learning Courses • Conversational Hebrew and Yiddish • Distinguished Lecture Series & Monthly Lunch & Learns • One Book, One Jewish Community Schools & Camps 701 Montgomery Ave., Bryn Mawr, PA 610-525-2700 • baldwinschool.org School for Girls Pre-K through 12 For 130 years, Th e Baldwin School has combined the region’s premier college preparatory curriculum with distinguished arts, athletics and community service programs. Guided by our outstanding faculty who are experts in girls’ education, Baldwin off ers an experiential learning environment within a supportive and encouraging community. COLLEGE DEGREES AND CERTIFICATES • Secular Master’s of Ed. for Teachers, Doctorate of Education, Master’s Plus & Early Childhood Education Director Credential • Camp Administration and Leadership • Holocaust and Genocide Studies • Interfaith Leadership • Nonprofit Management and Jewish Communal Service • Jewish Studies and Jewish Professional Studies • Jewish Education Gratz College* gratz.edu I info@gratz.edu I 215-635-7300 Beth Sholom College Thoughts Where Journey Where Where your your your Child’s child’s child’s Jewish Jewish journey journey begins begins Up Up to to $4000 $4000 tuition tuition subsidy subsidy offered offered to to new new Jewish Jewish families families 8231 8231 Old Old York York Road Road Elkins Elkins Park, Park, PA PA 19027 19027 (215) (215) 887-3625, 887-3625, ext. ext. 223 223 www.bethsholomcongregation.org/preschool www.bethsholomcongregation.org/preschool THE GUIDE 2019/2020 69 Schools & Camps Schools & Camps 00 s ! ,0 t le $1 an ab gr il a av The Episcopal Academy 1785 Bishop White Drive, Newtown Square, PA 19073 484-424-1400 • episcopalacademy.org Episcopal is a PreK-12, coeducational, independent day school. Founded in 1785, Episcopal’s mission is to challenge and nurture mind, body and spirit and inspire boys and girls to lead lives of purpose, faith, and integrity. We offer a curriculum that combines classical and cutting-edge methods in a supportive environment so students can achieve rewarding outcomes. Friends Central School Join us in the Poconos for your best summer… every summer! Pinemere Camp Association 1101 City Ave., Wynnewood, PA 610-649-7440 • friendscentral.org Joining the Friends’ Central community is more than simply enrolling in a school. At Friends’ Central School, we cultivate the intellectual, spiritual and ethical promise of our students. This shared mission serves our greater vision, which is to awaken courage and intellect – and peacefully transform the world. Germantown Academy 340 Morris Rd., Fort Washington, PA 19034 germantownacademy.net Germantown Academy is a PreK-12, coed, nonsectarian day school where our students are valued for their own unique gifts, parents are committed partners, and dedicated, talented teachers care deeply about helping each student succeed, because Anything is Possible Starting Here. Gratz College / Jewish Community High School 7605 Old York Road, Melrose Park, PA 19027 215-635-7300 • gratz.edu Founded in 1895, Gratz is the first independent, non-denominational Jewish college in North America. It offers programs for teens, graduate level degree-seekers and actively engaged adults. Earn college credit while in high school; Earn master’s and doctoral degrees and certificates; Learn with other adults in continuing education courses. Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy for more information or to schedule a tour, call us at (215) 487-2267 272 S. Bryn Mawr Ave., Bryn Mawr, PA 610-922-2300 • jgroen@JBHA.org • JBHA.org Co-educational day school for students in grades six to 12 from all Jewish backgrounds. Dual curriculum of college preparatory and Jewish studies. www.pinemere.com folkshul Academy Jewish Children’s Folkshul & Adult Community provides a secular humanist Jewish experience for children, families and adults in the greater Philadelphia area, including: Educational Programs for Children, Teens; Unique and Inspiring B’nai Mitzvah Program; Adult Learning & Community Activities; Jewish Music and Dance 70 THE GUIDE 2019/2020 G ERMANTOWN A CADEMY Germantown Academy F ORT W ASHINGTON PreK-12th Grade Coed Nonsectarian Anything is Possible, Starting Here. www.germantownacademy.net g Jewish connec tions ng lifelon i t a e r C p m e r a c a t y a p p t ime! one ha Perelman Jewis Day School 49 Haverford Road, Wynnewood, Pa 19096 610-658-2518 • Pjds.org Perelman kids learn to see the world diff erently - to make extraordinary connections and fi nd remarkable answers. By analyzing the Talmud, they synthesize complex information with unmatched intellect and perspective, stepping into diverse viewpoints to gain a deeper understanding. The Shipley School Schools & Camps 3000 W. School House Lane, Philadelphia 215-844-3460 • penncharter.com Penn Charter is a coeducational, pre-kindergarten through 12th grade, college preparatory school. With excellence as our standard, we challenge students in a vigorous program of academics, arts and athletics. A school community that honors diff erence, Penn Charter seeks to be a place where diversity is understood, represented and valued. Schools & Camps Penn Charter Camp Ramah in the Poconos 814 Yarrow St., Bryn Mawr, PA 610-525-4300 • shipleyschool.org Th e Shipley School is a private, coeducational day school for pre- kindergarten through 12th-grade students, located in Bryn Mawr. Th rough our commitment to educational excellence, we develop within each student a love of learning and a desire for compassionate participation in the world. CAMPS JCC CAMPS at MEDFORD Winter: Katz JCC, Cherry Hill , 1301 Springdale Road, Cherry Hill, N.J. Summer: 400 Tuckerton Road, Medford, N.J. 856-751-1666 • kcccampsatmedford.org When you’re a kid, every summer matters! Located on 120 shaded acres in Medford, N.J., there’s no better place for children ages 3 to 14 to make new friends, try new activities and grow. Sports, swimming, art, drama, splash park, petting zoo, lakefront and more. Pinemere Camp Stroudsburg, PA 215-487-2267 • camp@pinemere.com • pinemere.com Pinemere is a dynamic and unique Jewish overnight camp in the Poconos. Let your child experience a fun and welcoming environment, innovative programs, rustic setting and a great staff . Co-ed, grades 2-11. Ask about our introductory programs and special incentives for new campers. RAMAH DAY CAMP Pre K-7th grade OV ERNIGHT CAMP T IKVAH PROGRAMS 2nd-10th grade 215-885-8556 www.ramahpoconos.org • info@ramahpoconos.org THINK OUTSIDE... Betty & Milton Katz JCC, NO BOX Cherry REQUIRED. Hill Registe r fo receive r Summer 2020 $250 off per cam per for new Ramah Day Camp 215-885-8556 • ramahdaycamp.org Ramah Day Camp is a fun and dynamic summer camp experience for children in Pre-K (4 years) through seventh grade, and a CIT program for eighth- through 10th-graders, taking place in an enriching Jewish environment. Special needs inclusion program, transportation, lunch and extended care options. Camp Offer expi res Novemb er 30 families Camp Ramah In The Poconos 215-885-8556 • ramahpoconos.org Camp Ramah in the Poconos is an overnight summer camp located in Pennsylvania’s Pocono Mountains for kids and teens in grades 2-10. Ramah’s mission is to create lifelong Jewish connections, one happy camper at a time. Tikvah programs available for families and campers. We offer air-conditioned transportation from Center City! Schedule your personal tour today: (856) 751-1666 | jcccampsatmedford.org 400 Tuckerton Rd • Medford, NJ THE GUIDE 2019/2020 71 Congregation Beth El Synagogues Synagogues Cong. Beth El Join Our Family and Together We Will Grow In Community, Values, and Tradition • Dynamic and unique • Egalitarian Conservative Shul educational programming for • Warm and Welcoming children and adults of all ages • Women of Beth El, Men’s Club, • Chaverim, Kadima, & USY Hazak, Social Action, and MORE! Youth Groups Raysh Weiss, Rabbi Karen Lewin, Education and Youth Director Laurence H. Schachter & Elizabeth Ravitch, Co-Presidents Barbara Schwartz, Synagogue Administrator 375 Stony Hill Road • Yardley, PA 19067 215.493.1707 • info@bethelyardley.org • www.bethelyardley.org SYNAGOGUES (Congregation) Beth El of Bucks County 375 Stony Hill Road, Yardley, PA 215-493-1707 • bethelyardley.org Congregation Beth El is a Conservative, egalitarian synagogue in Bucks County committed to Jewish values and practice. We are a warm, growing congregation offering a variety of spiritual, educational and social activities. Our Hebrew School uses an innovative experiential learning approach. We are home to Bucks County’s only continuous daily morning and evening minyan, serving the community for 54 years. We have an active Men’s Club, Women of Beth El and Hazak, offering a variety of programming throughout the year. (Temple) Beth Hillel-Beth El 1001 Remington Road, Wynnewood, PA 19096 610-649-5300 • Fax: 610-649-0948 • info@tbhbe.org • tbhbe.org Temple Beth Hillel-Beth El is a warm and friendly, egalitarian Conservative synagogue devoted to enriching our members’ lives. We enable each member to achieve his or her own Jewish identity through innovative and traditional worship experiences, lifelong learning, fulfillment of Mitzvot and community involvement. As a vibrant, multigenerational congregation, our mission is to serve and support each member in a caring, respectful and collaborative manner. Beth Sholom Congregation 8231 Old York Road, Elkins Park, PA 19027 215-887-3625 ext 223 Beth Sholom is a vibrant, egalitarian, diverse congregation committed to tradition and innovation. We empower members of our community to continually grow in their Jewish journeys. We do this through inspiring worship on Shabbat and holidays, daily morning and evening minyan, our Center for Spiritual Well- being, our award-winning pre-school and educational programs for elementary students, teens and adults. From Israeli dancing to staffing our Mitzvah Food Pantry, we offer a myriad of ways to grow together. Ohev Shalom of Bucks County A Family-Friendly Congregation on the Main Line... Cong. Brothers of Israel Spirit-filled Friday night service for all ages Weekly children’s Shabbat programs Craft & Gift Show Sylvia F. Lodish Religious School TBH–BE 72 THE GUIDE 2017/2018 | 1001 Remington Road, Wynnewood, PA 19096 | 610.649.5300 | www.tbhbe.org Be Inspired. Congregation Brothers of Israel 530 Washington Crossing Road Newtown, PA 18940 215-579-2200 With services, minyan, Men’s Club, Sisterhood, the community organic garden, the Caring Committee, Talmud class or Torah Tots, Synagogues 530 Washington Crossing Road Newtown, PA 215-579-2200 • cboi.org CBOI is a growing and inclusive modern Conservative congregation, enriching and enjoying Jewish life together through Services, Minyan, Men’s Club, Sisterhood, Committees, Talmud Class, Online Learning, Tot and Youth programs. Come explore the CBOI Community Organic Garden and Gan Mayim – our very own living waters, unique to CBOI. Synagogues Congregation Brothers of Israel Be Connected. We offer so much to enrich your life. Quote from a member - I can't say enough about how impressed I am with the religious per student school at CBOI. Watching my daughter and her classmates Member Incentives confidently lead Friday and Saturday night services and hearing her read from the Torah and Haftorah scrolls on her bat New Members mitzvah was overwhelming. pay only half Knowing she enters her teenage price dues in years--and later goes off into the the first year. world--with this strong foundation, for me, is priceless. Hebrew School Tuition is only $360 New Main Line Reform Tem- ple Visit our website www.cboi.org Beth Sholom Cong. The Center for Spiritual Well-being offers an opportunity to connect to ourselves and others spiritually and emotionally. MLRT welcomes you to find your place within our diverse multi-generational Temple family RABBI DAVID STRAUS RABBI GERI an NEWBURGE The Center for Spiritual Well-being offers opportunity CANTOR FARYN RUDNICK We offer programs, support groups and spiritually RABBI KEVIN KLEINMAN and classes that to engage connect individuals who are to ourselves and others Center and for spiritual, Spiritual Well-being offers an opportunity seeking mental, The emotional For more information, please contact: to connect to ourselves and others spiritually and emotionally. support and well-being. GIL MARDER, We offer programs, support groups and classes that engage individuals who are Membership Engagement & Program Manger seeking mental, emotional and spiritual, support and well-being. Spiritual Well-being offers an opportunity We offer programs, support groups and classes that engage individuals seeking mental, emotional and spiritual, support and well-being. offers an opportunity to ourselves and others spiritually and emotionally. spiritually and emotionally. support groups and classes that engage individuals who are mental, emotional and spiritual, support and well-being. info@spiritualwell-being.org 215-887-1342 x 109 who are that engage or individuals info@spiritualwell-being.org support and well-being. x 109 or 215-887-1342 x 109 GMARDER@MLRT.ORG MAIN LINE REFORM TEMPLE BETH ELOHIM 410 Montgomery Avenue, Wynnewood, PA 19096 610.649.7800 WWW.MLRT.ORG THE GUIDE 2019/2020 73 Congregation Kol Emet Pasha Temple Judea of Bucks County 38 Rogers Road u Furlong, PA 18925 215-348-5022 u judea@templejudea.org Synagogues Synagogues 1360 Oxford Valley Road, Yardley, PA 215-493-8522 • kolemet.org Kol Emet is a Reconstructionist synagogue committed to the growth of a spiritually and intellectually engaging Judaism for today’s world. We strive to be an intimate, enduring, and dynamic home for all generations. We welcome Rabbi Sigal Brier to Temple Judea! Temple Judea of Bucks County Congregation Tiferet Bet Israel 1920 Skippack Pike, Blue Bell, PA 610-275-8797 • tbibluebell.org Tiferet Bet Israel is a warm and welcoming contemporary conservative synagogue in Blue Bell. Th eir community is constantly evolving and always seeking new ways to provide meaningful experiences that embrace Jewish values and beliefs. Har Zion Temple 1500 Hagys Ford Road, Penn Valley, PA 610-667-5000 • Harziontemple.org Har Zion Temple is excited to introduce Rabbi Seth Haaz, our new senior rabbi! We welcome Rabbi Haaz and his family to our Community. For information, please contact Norman Einhorn, director of member engagement, at neinhorn@harziontemple.org or 610-667-5000, ext. 150. Main Line Reform Temple Rabbi Sigal brings a fresh and energetic approach to Temple Judea. She is an innovator with new inspirations and approaches to creating more meaningful and joyful learning and prayer. We are a Reform congregation located near Doylestown, PA. Check our website for our High Holy Days schedule and information on our varied and dynamic programs. templejudea.org 410 Montgomery Ave., Wynnewood, PA 19096 610-649-7800 • mlrt.org Be Inspired. Be Connected. Belong! We welcome all into our community with diverse programs, worship, and activities that build connections among our multi-generational membership. We encourage you to come and fi nd your place within our temple family! Ohev Shalom of Bucks County 944 Second Street Pike, Richboro, PA 18954 215-322-9595 • ohev.org Ohev Shalom of Bucks County is a vibrant, caring, and inclusive congregation. We celebrate the uniqueness of each individual and family and welcome diversity within our sacred community. HAR ZION TEMPLE Great Place! Cong. Kol Emet Har Zion Great Space! • • • • • Early Childhood Education and Day Camp Religious School Madregot (Special Needs) Program Adult Education Tikkun Olam and Caring Connection For more information, contact Norman Einhorn, Director of Engagement and Programming, neinhorn@harziontemple.org or 610-667-5000, ext 150. Come celebrate. Come connect. Come home. 1500 Hagys Ford Road • Penn Valley, PA • 610.667.5000 • harziontemple.org 74 THE GUIDE 2019/2020 Judaism for Today’s World Yardley, PA Preschool • Religious School Bar/Bat Mitzvah • Confirmation • Adult Education Social Action • Men’s Club • Sisterhood 1360 Oxford Valley Road, Yardley, PA 19067 (215) 493-8522 | office@kolemet.org | www.kolemet.org Tifereth Israel of Lower Bucks County 2909 Bristol Road, Bensalem, PA 215-752-3468 • Tiferethisrael-pa.org We are a Conservative egalitarian congregation that focuses on families just like yours. We have a strong Hebrew school program with an award winning youth program led by Cindy Citro. Come for a visit and see what’s happening in Jewish life in Lower Bucks County. Retail 38 Rogers Road, PO Box 109, Furlong, PA 215-348-5022 • templejudea.org We are a lively, welcoming and diverse Reform congregation. We offer worship services and life-cycle celebrations along with exciting educational and arts programs, an excellent religious school,and full-day preschool. Retail Temple Judea of Bucks County Videon Chrysler Dodge jeep RETAIL AUTOMOTIVE Colonial Nissan 117 Bustleton Pike, Feasterville, PA • 888-491-1100 • colonialnissan.com Colonial Nissan takes pride in making new or certified used car shopping easy and enjoyable. With a knowledgeable, well- trained staff and outstanding service facilities, they look forward to helping you with all of your automotive needs. Keystone Motors 497 E. Lancaster Ave., Berwyn, PA 610-647-1800 • 877keystone.com The oldest and largest Volvo dealer in Pennsylvania. Two locations plus body shop. A family-owned and operated business with full service and parts departments in all locations. Videon Chevrolet 600 Nutt Road, Phoenixville, Pa 610-933-7707 • Videonchevy.com New and used car sales. Full service open 6 days a week Videon Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram 4951 West Chester Pike, Newtown Square, Pa 610-356-7000 • videon.com Award Winning Domestic car dealership for over 7 years. New and Used car sales. Full Service Department. Open 6 days a week. Colonial Nisan THE GUIDE 2019/2020 75 Wilkie Lexus BOUTIQUES Retail Retail 568 W. Lancaster Ave., Haverford, PA. 610-525-0900 • wilkielexus.com Come see why our outstanding customer service has earned us the prestigious Elite of Lexus Award for 27 consecutive years. 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Jan’s Boutique 406 Marlton Pike E., Cherry Hill, NJ 856-428-8181 • jansboutiqueonline.com The largest selection of eveningwear in the Delaware Valley. We have more than 10,000 dresses in stock for prom, mother of the bride/groom, mitzvahs, Sweet 16, ball gowns, short dresses, informal weddings and more. Come visit our brand-new expanded showroom today. fl irt women's boutique A.Brandt+Son Flirt 994 Dekalb Pike Blue Bell, PA 19422 ANTIQUE AND ESTATE JEWELRY VINTAGE ACCESSORIES We buy Gold, Silver and All Precious Metals  484-231-8132 fl irtwomensboutique@gmail.com fl irtboutiquebluebell.com  Tailored Clothing & Sportswear  Accessories & Footwear The Mens and Boys Store  F ormal Attire for Men & Boys (Sales & Rentals) Red Lion Rd & Huntingdon Pk #10 Fetters Mill Square Huntingdon Valley, PA 19006 We appraise and purchase jewelry from estates 223 Haverford Avenue, Narberth 610 617 0993 www.abrandtandson.com 76 THE GUIDE 2019/2020 Bonnie S. 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Visit our shop to experience personalized styling. Retail Retail Pasha Boutique Patricia Adams Revivals 379 Lancaster Ave #2, Haverford, PA 19041 610-642-0585 • patricia-adams.com A quaint, eclectic little shop with a trove of interesting merchandise. A little touch of retail magic. There are fabulous buys for men, women and babies as well as great gifts, great  housewares, topped off with amazing jewelry and cool clothes. RDM Designer Outlet and Design Studio 413 W. Ridge Pike, Conshohocken, PA 610-834-0367 • rdmdesignspa.com Be the best dressed for the best price! From glamorous gowns to cocktail chic as well as stylish separates, RDM creates the “perfect you” at the perfect price for any special occasion. Designers such as Marchesa, Valentino, Monique Lhuillier, Rowland and much, much more. Professional service and custom alterations. By appointment only. Revivals Consignment Boutique 610-660-8119 INFO@REVIVALS BOUTIQUE.COM 258 HAVERFORD AVE • NARBERTH, PA Stupp Exciting 2019 collections featuring furs by Michael Kors, YSL, Zandra Rhoads, Bisang, Dena Lyons, de Carlis and more... Appraisals • Restyling Repairs • Cleaning • Storage 379 Lancaster Ave. Haverford, PA 610.896.6662 261 N. Old York Rd. Jenkintown, Pa 215.885.4747 www.stuppfurs.com 78 THE GUIDE 2019/2020 258 Haverford Ave., Narbeth, PA 610-660-8119 • revivalsboutique.com Featuring women’s upscale fashion. A premier selection of couture clothing, handbags, shoes and accessories from designers like, Chanel, Hermes, Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Prada and more, at great price reductions. Cool vintage jewelry and personalized styling by Robin herself! The Sweater Mill 115 S. York Road, Hatboro, PA 215-441-8966 • Visit our page on Facebook. Th e Sweater Mill is a hidden treasure in Hatboro. A destination store for all generations, men and women. We cannot mention names because our prices are that good. We are here to dress you for every day and Saturday night. You will not believe the selection of unique clothing and accessories until you come and visit. Wardrobe Boutique 233 Haverford Ave., Narberth, PA 610-667-2134 • wardrobehome.com Wardrobe Boutique is nestled in the quaint town of Narberth. Specializing in unique women’s sportswear. Featuring clothing from Canada, Italy and Denmark, with a large selection of American-made apparel all at terrifi c price points. Special selection of jewelry, scarves and handbags and great home furnishings. Bryn Mawr · Media · West Chester Retail 379 Lancaster Ave., Haverford, PA 610-896-6662 261 N. Old York Road, Jenkintown, PA 215-885-4747 • stuppfurs.com From charming fur embellished toys to the fi nest full-length mink coats — and everything in between. Our commitment to provide nothing short of the very best to our clients is unparalleled. Retail Stupp Furs Bryn Mawr Running Company w w w. B RYNM AWRRUNNI NG CO .c om Help us support our troops WHERE they need it the most... their feet. Learn how you can make a difference . . w w w. s n e a k e r s f o r s o l d i e r s .o r g Wardrobe Boutique Hot Foot wardrobe BOUTIQUE 233 Haverford Avenue • Narberth PA • 610 667 2134 In-Store Boutique Justa Farm Shopping Center 1966 County Line Rd, Huntingdon Valley, PA 19006 215-969-9626 • HOT-FOOT-BOUTIQUE.SHOPTIQUES.COM THE GUIDE 2019/2020 79 The Sweater Mill 115 S. York Road, Hatboro, PA 215-441-8966 • Visit our page on Facebook. Th e Sweater Mill is a hidden treasure in Hatboro. A destination store for all generations, men and women. We cannot mention names because our prices are that good. We are here to dress you for every day and Saturday night. You will not believe the selection of unique clothing and accessories until you come and visit. Wardrobe Boutique 233 Haverford Ave., Narberth, PA 610-667-2134 • wardrobehome.com Wardrobe Boutique is nestled in the quaint town of Narberth. Specializing in unique women’s sportswear. Featuring clothing from Canada, Italy and Denmark, with a large selection of American-made apparel all at terrifi c price points. Special selection of jewelry, scarves and handbags and great home furnishings. Bryn Mawr · Media · West Chester Retail 379 Lancaster Ave., Haverford, PA 610-896-6662 261 N. Old York Road, Jenkintown, PA 215-885-4747 • stuppfurs.com From charming fur embellished toys to the fi nest full-length mink coats — and everything in between. Our commitment to provide nothing short of the very best to our clients is unparalleled. Retail Stupp Furs Bryn Mawr Running Company w w w. B RYNM AWRRUNNI NG CO .c om Help us support our troops WHERE they need it the most... their feet. Learn how you can make a difference . . w w w. s n e a k e r s f o r s o l d i e r s .o r g Wardrobe Boutique Hot Foot wardrobe BOUTIQUE 233 Haverford Avenue • Narberth PA • 610 667 2134 In-Store Boutique Justa Farm Shopping Center 1966 County Line Rd, Huntingdon Valley, PA 19006 215-969-9626 • HOT-FOOT-BOUTIQUE.SHOPTIQUES.COM THE GUIDE 2019/2020 79 FOOTWEAR Retail Retail Sew Rob Bryn Mawr Running Company 828 W Lancaster Ave, Bryn Mawr PA 19010 610-527-5510 • brynmawrrunningco.com At Bryn Mawr Running Company, we specialize in fitting runners with the proper shoes for the sport. But we also recognize that wearing the right shoe can make a world of difference for recreational walkers, hard-working individuals who spend hours on their feet, or anyone with a painful foot ailment that affects their daily life. Come visit any of our three locations; allow us to share our knowledge for running and dedication to proper footwear with you. Hot Foot Shoes 116 Cricket Ave, Ardmore Pa, 19003 Call for Details ... Location... Cricket Ave Pa, 19003 for Details... 1966 County Line Road, Huntingdon Valley, PA 19116 215-969-9626 Shop our merchandise! hot-foot-boutique.shoptiques.com Follow us on instagram! @hotfootshoes Like us on facebook! facebook.com/HotFootBoutique Celebrating 47 years of making women look and feel beautiful! With our personal touch, we offer a unique collection of brands - Beautifeel & Naot (made in Israel), L’Amour Des Pieds, Arche, French Sole, Eileen Fisher, Sorel, Stuart Weitzman, La Canadienne, and many more...creating a combination of style and comfort for all occasions. Our exceptional assortment of ready-to-wear clothing is selected by Talk of the Walk, a 60 year family owned boutique in Southern New Jersey. Our accessories, jewelry, and handbags, will complete your total personal shopping experience. CLOCKS & WATCHES Alexander Horn & Co. Rossi Shoe Repair 38 Cricket Ave., Ardmore, Pa 19003 610-896-7494 Family owned and operated since 1984. This husband and wife team specialize in a variety of Antique clocks from wall to mantel and cuckoo to grandfather. Superb clock and watch repair and battery replacement. The Horns offer custom design jewelry and diamond engagement rings. Also a beautiful collection of jewelry to choose from too. Trusted Experts for over 100 years in Shoe and Handbag Repair, Cleaning Restoration & Alteration Supplier of High Quality Shoe & Handbag Care Products STORE HOURS: M - F 8:30 - 5:30 SAT 9:00- 4:00 SUMMER HOURS: M - F 8:30 SAT 9:00-1:00 (JUNE-AUG) HOLIDAY HOURS VARY - CALL FOR DETAILS Too Far? Ship your Repairs to us, call for details rossishoe@gmail.com • rossishoeservice.net 80 THE GUIDE 2019/2020 JERUSALEM ISRAELI GIFT SHOP Judaica Superstore & Art Gallery Special Gifts for Special Occasions Jerusalem Gift Shop Weddings, Bar/Bat Mitzvahs, All Holidays Large Selection of Taleisim & Tefillin & Mezuzahs Be sure to visit our Art Gallery A vast selection of Wines & Jewelry Full Lin Line of Ahava® Israeli Skin Care Products 7818 CASTOR AVE., N.E. PHILA. (215) 342-1452 • Open Sun. thru Fri. SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL JUDAICA STORE Rossi Shoe Repair 38 Cricket Ave Ardmore, PA 19003 610-896-7494 Retail 116 Cricket Ave., Ardmore, Pa 19003 610-642-9464 • Rossishoeservice.net Rossi Shoe Service is the longest running family owned shoe and leather repair store. Since 1904, the Rossi family has served the Philadelphia and Main Line area, providing top quality leather repairs on shoes, bags, belts, and luggage. Voted Best of The Main Line. Alexander Horn & Co Retail FASHION SERVICES SEW ROB CVS Plaza, 339 E. Lancaster Ave., Suite 1, Wynnewood, PA 19096 610-649-8718 Eagle Village, 503 W. Lancaster Ave., Suite 940, Wayne, PA 19087 610-688-3424 SewRob.com SewRob means skilled tailoring, meticulous custom making, precise repairs and imported retail clothing division. We are committed to raising standards, providing the best service and making people feel good in their clothes. GALLERIES, GIFTS & JUDAICA • Watch Repair • Antique clock repair • Custom Jewelry Design Sweet Mabel Gallery & Studio Store: 235 Haverford Ave., Narberth, PA 610-667-3041 Studio: 41 N. Narberth Ave., Narberth, PA 610-667-3043 Sweet Mabel Gallery offers a fun collection of handmade art and craft from local, national and fair trade artists. The first Friday of every month we host an opening reception to introduce our newest exhibiting artist. Our art studio is a creative place for kids and adult parties, workshops and girls night out, as well as an open studio for anyone to create at their own pace. We focus on using found and repurposed materials to create extraordinary works of art. Hardwood, Window Blinds, Barb-Lin Carpet One Jerusalem Israeli Gift Shop 7818 Castor Ave., Philadelphia, PA 215-342-1452 • gift18@aol.com Support Israel and Philadelphia’s only Judaica store. Providing Judaica and holiday needs, mezuzot, talitot, books, ketubot, wines, Sukkot, plus Michal Negrin and other jewelry, framed art, giftware, big selection of wine, music and Ahava skin products. HOME IMPROVEMENT AND FURNITURE Flow Bath and Kitchen Design Studio 127 South Easton Road, Glenside, PA 19038 215-454-2258 • info@flowdesignstudio.com • lowdesignstudio.com Innovative and interactive plumbing showroom featuring exclusive brands that appeal to those looking for traditional to cutting-edge kitchen and bathroom faucets, sinks, vanities, bathtubs, toilets, showers, lighting and more! 640 N. Main Street, Doylestown, PA • THE GUIDE 2019/2020 81 Surviving Cancer Cancer in in Style Style Surviving Surviving Cancer Cancer in Style Surviving Surviving Cancer in Style Retail Retail Surviving Cancer in Style John Neill Painting and Decorating 610-664-5555 • johnneillpainting.com John Neill Painting & Decorating, Main Line Philadelphia’s premier full-service painting company, has been providing professional craftsmanship with a personal touch for more than 40 years. With our expanded services, we can handle all of your home maintenance and decorating needs. WIGS Jude Plum Co. 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She was unfailingly patient and kind, and if she did not know an answer for a caller, she would research it and get back to them as quickly as she could. In addition to her regular work, Linda was the force behind this Guide for over two decades. Every spring and summer, Linda would begin checking the data in the guide and updating it for the coming year. It was a tedious task that took her many weeks to complete, but she was committed to making the guide as up-to-the-minute as possible. This spring/summer, even though she had officially retired, Linda once again reviewed all of the data in this Guide and submitted it to the Jewish Exponent. Linda, we salute you for your service on this, your final Guide, and all of the preceding Guides. Thank you. You are dearly missed, but we know you are enjoying retirement. Harold R. Isdaner Building • Weinberg Community Campus 1301 Springdale Road, Suite 200 • Cherry Hill, NJ 08003 856-751-9500 • Fax: 856-751-1697 jewishfederation@jfedsnj.org • jewishsouthjersey.org Jewish Federation of Princeton Mercer Bucks 4 Princess Road • Suite 211 • Lawrenceville, NJ 08648 609-219-0555 • Fax: 609-219-9040 mailbox@jewishpmb.org • jewishpmb.org SERVICES AND PROGRAMS The rang e of services offered by the Jewish community for its members and for the general public is varied and wide-ranging, with the community priding itself on offering high-quality services. Though it is not pos­sible to provide for all needs in all parts of the Greater Philadelphia area, the organized Jewish community hopes that people will take advantage of available programs and services to which they are en­titled. Almost all Jewish communal agencies charge fees on a sliding-scale basis or make other provisions for assisting those with limited financial means. Residents of the five-county region are eligible to use these services, as are local college students, visitors and members of the armed services stationed nearby. ADDICTION TREATMENT PROGRAMS Achievement Through Counseling and Treatment (ACT) JEVS Human Services 5820 Old York Road • Philadelphia, PA 19141 215-276-8400 • Fax: 215-276-2739 • jevshumanservices.org 1745 N. Fourth St. • Philadelphia, PA 19122 215-236-0100 • Fax: 215-236-7601 • act@jevs.org Offers comprehensive medication-assisted treatment services for persons suffering with opiate disorders through the provision of individual and group counseling at both the outpatient and intensive outpatient levels of care. JEWISH FEDERATION OFFICES Chabad-Lubavitch of Berks County 2320 Hampden Blvd., Reading, PA 19604 484-331-3245 • Fax: (610) 370-6811 lipsker@aol.com • chabadofberks.org Works with the Caron Treatment Center helping Jewish patients recover from chemical dependency. The work encompasses all stages of the recovery process including the following: Pre-Caron, Inpatient Caron Services, and Post-Caron. Jewish Community Services Building 2100 Arch St. • Philadelphia, PA 19103 215-832-0500 • Fax: 215-832-0510 info@jewishphilly.org • jewishphilly.org Eagleville Hospital See ad on page 10 NEIGHBORING JEWISH FEDERATIONS Jewish Federation of Atlantic and Cape May Counties 501 N. Jerome Ave. • Margate, NJ 08402 609-822-4404 • Fax: 609-822-4426 becky@jewishbytheshore.org • jewishbytheshore.org Jewish Federation of Delaware 101 Garden of Eden Road • Wilmington, DE 19803 302-427-2100 • Fax: 302-427-2438 JFDinfo@shalomdel.org • shalomdelaware.org Jewish Federation of the Lehigh Valley 702 N. 22nd St. • Allentown, PA 18104 610-821-5500 • Fax: 610-821-8946 mailbox@jflv.org • jewishlehighvalley.org 84 THE GUIDE 2019/2020 100 Eagleville Road • Eagleville, PA 19403 1-800-255-2019 • 610-539-6000, ext. 1 • eaglevillehospital.org A private, independent, nonprofit addictions and behavioral health treat- ment and educational organization. Offers levels of care ranging from acute psychiatric hospitalization to specialty hospitalization to residential care for treating addiction, co-occurring and mental health disorders. Staffed by physicians, nurses and psychiatrists who, along with therapists, social workers and addictions counselors, provide integrated care customized to adults of all ages. When a patient has both mental health issues, including acute psychiatric disorders and substance use disorders, all issues are treated simultaneously. Provides a complete spectrum of integrated care options. Jewish Alcoholics, Chemically Dependent Persons (JACS) hosted at: Congregation B’nai Tikvah, Beth Israel 115 E. Holly Ave. • Sewell, NJ 08080 • 609-841-9616 • exshicker@gmail.com Encourages Jewish alcoholics, chemically dependent persons and their families, friends, and associates to explore recovery in a nurturing Jewish environment. JACS educates all sectors of the Jewish community through its resource center, speaking engagements at synagogues, JCCs, schools and youth groups about issues of chemical dependency and Jewish family life. JACS also runs retreats and events throughout the year for Jews in recovery and significant others. Support Group for Parents of Adolescent & Adult Children Living with Addiction and Mental Health Diagnoses Rodeph Shalom, 615 N. Broad St. • Philadelphia, PA 19123 215-627-6747 • rodephshalom.org Meets regularly to learn more about substance use and mental health disorders; share experiences/resources; and explore how to appropriately support our children. Anonymity respected. No affiliation with RS is necessary. No charge. All groups meet with strict adherence to confidentiality and anonymity. No charge. ADO­PTION AND CHILD WELFARE Foster Care Services Jewish Family and Children’s Service of Greater Philadelphia 1501 N. Broad St., Suite 14 • Philadelphia, PA 19122 1-866-JFCS-NOW or 1-866-532-7669 • jfcsphilly.org An accredited program under contract with the Department of Human Services and other county agencies that delivers services to children who are abused or neglected or whose parents cannot adequately care for them. Foster Care Provides certified foster homes for children from birth to age 21. Many of these children, including those with special medical needs, have experienced trauma, loss and grief, and need a temporary home that provides stable support and structure. Special-Needs Adoption Through the SWAN (Statewide Adoption and Permanency Network), JFCS works to find permanent homes for children who cannot safely return to their family of origin. JFCS’ Child Welfare Department provides in-home services to help prepare children for adoption and post-adoption services. Open Arms Adoption Network Jewish Family and Children’s Service of Greater Philadelphia 432 Tulpehocken Ave., Suite 2 • Elkins Park, PA 19027 1-888-OPEN-ARMS info@openarmsadoption.net • openarmsadoption.net Helps build and support families through the Domestic Infant Open Adoption program. Offers a broad range of services for families hoping to adopt internationally, too. Licensed in PA, NJ, DE and NY. Jewish Adoption and Family Care Options (JAFCO) 215 N. Presidential Blvd., Second Floor • Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004 610-525-1040 • Rebecca@jafco.org • jafco.org/what-we-do/Northeast-communities/ Provides the following services to the Greater Philadelphia community: Family Strengthening Program Provides free, intensive in-home case management services to at-risk children and their families in the Philadelphia area including Delaware, Montgomery, Bucks, Philadelphia, and Chester counties, and Southern New Jersey. The goal of the program is to strengthen and empower the family while linking them with needed services and resources. Services include but are not limited to: supportive counseling; family safety planning; parenting support; support for families raising a child with special needs; support for grandparents or other relatives raising their grandchild/relative; information and referral; advocacy in schools or court; support with legal and custody issues; and homelessness prevention. JAFCO’s social worker is available 24 hours per day, 7 days a week to assist families in any emergencies. Supervised Visitation Program Provides scheduled, monitored visits between a child and a non-custodial parent or family member, supervised by a qualified professional. JAFCO provides a safe and structured environment for the visit while working with the family to ensure that all guidelines set by the court or referring agency are followed. JAFCO documents each visit and submits progress reports to the court with recommendations about the visits. COUNSELING AND CARE MANAGEMENT Jewish Family and Children’s Service of Greater Philadelphia Administrative office: 2100 Arch St., 5th Floor • Philadelphia, PA 19103 1-866-JFCS-NOW or 1-866-532-7669 • info@jfcsphilly.org • jfcsphilly.org Licensed, experienced therapists counsel individuals, couples, families and groups on a variety of personal and family issues. Counselors help clients develop better ways of understanding and coping, and they facilitate prevention, support and educational group programming. Care managers engage in a variety of activities with clients to restore dignity, hope and meaning when it seems as if life’s struggles are insurmountable. Care managers help clients establish short- and long-term goals, and link them with the appropriate community-based support services, such as connection to counseling services, financial assistance, credit counseling, advocacy, local resources and entitlement enrollment. Major programs and services include: Individual and family services; Foster Care Services; Education and Outreach Services; Chaplaincy and Hospice Services; LGBTQA+ Services; Infant Adoption Services (Open Arms Adoption Network); Older Adult Services; Support for Holocaust Survivors; Support for the Orthodox Community; Hoarding Disorder Counseling; Bereavement Support Groups; Intimate Partner Violence Counseling Services; Family Abuse and Elder Abuse Counseling Support. Neighborhood Offices: CENTER CITY OFFICE: 2100 Arch St., fifth floor • Philadelphia, PA 19103 PROGRESS PLAZA OFFICE: 1501 N. Broad. St., Suite 14 • Philadelphia, PA 19122 EASTERN MONTGOMERY OFFICE: 432 Tulpehocken Ave., Suite 2 • Elkins Park, PA 19027 NORTHEAST PHILADELPHIA OFFICE: 7901 Bustleton Ave., • Berris Plaza, Suite 206 • Philadelphia, PA 19152 MAIN LINE OFFICE: The Barbara & Harvey Brodsky Enrichment Center, 345 Montgomery Ave. • Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004 • 267-314-0909 DOMESTIC VIOLENCE Dinah c/o CultureWorks, 1315 Walnut St., Suite 320 • Philadelphia, PA 19107 215-645-2142 • shana@dinahphilly.org • dinahphilly.org A comprehensive legal services center providing low-cost and pro bono legal representation to survivors of intimate partner violence in the Jewish Community of Greater Philadelphia. By partnering with existing Jewish social service providers, Dinah combats intimate partner violence through advocacy, education and representation. Domestic Violence Prevention/Intervention Jewish Family and Children’s Service of Greater Philadelphia Berris Plaza, 7901 Bustleton Ave., Suite 206 • Philadelphia, PA 19152 1-866-JFCS-NOW or 1-866-532-7669 • jfcsphilly.org Domestic violence prevention program with individual, group, family and couples therapy. There is also case management, advocacy and financial assistance for those who have been abused. Speakers on topics concerning domestic violence issues and on the prevention of dating violence are available to synagogues, schools and community organizations. Rachel Hotline Women’s Center of Montgomery County 8080 Old York Road • Elkins Park, PA 19027 • 215-635-7344 • 1-800-773-2424 wcwebmail@womenscentermc.org • wcmontco.org A 24-hour confidential hotline for victims of abuse. Ask for “Rachel” to be connected to a Jewish woman at this hotline. Also provides support groups, educational and legal services, court and medical appointment accompaniment, in-person and telephone counseling. THE GUIDE 2019/2020 85 SERVICES FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES E ducation [Also see the Jewish Education chapter for the synagogue-based education programs for children with special needs.] Whole Community Inclusion Jewish Learning Venture 261 Old York Road, Suite 720 • Jenkintown, PA 19046 215-320-0360 • Fax: 215-635-8946 gkaplan-mayer@jewishlearningventure.org jewishlearningventure.org Engages people with special needs, and their families, and supports their ability to access a range of Jewish educational and religious experiences from early childhood through the transition to adulthood. Learning opportunities throughout the year are offered for families, educators and community members and leaders. OROT Program 7601 Old York Road • Melrose Park, PA 19027 215-935-0020 • info@orotkids.org • orotkids.org Supports special needs education in Jewish day schools for children whose needs cannot be met by a resource room. In conjunction with host day schools, OROT personnel set policy, create and supervise programs, provide financial support and advocate for services provided to children with special needs. OROT seeks to provide the best possible curriculum within a supportive and inclusive environment. P’TACH (Parents for Torah for All Children) P.O. Box 141 • Merion Station, PA 19066 215-477-7123 • PtachPhiladelphia@gmail.com • ptach.org Provides educational services for children with learning differences who require support to maintain themselves in area Jewish day schools. Provides resource room funding and tutorials. E mployment P rograms JEVS Human Services 441 N. Fifth St., second floor • Philadelphia, PA 19123 215-341-5626 • jevshumanservices.org hireAbility hireAbility@jevs.org Offers individuals with disabilities, as well as those living with chronic diseases, assistance in preparing for competitive employment. Customized services include vocational assessments, career track identification, along with job development, placement and coaching. Project Success projectsuccess@jevs.org Offers young adults with Asperger’s syndrome or pervasive development disorder a transition to employment. A comprehensive approach supports these young adults through all phases, including development of socialization, one-on-one job development, job placement and personal-interaction skills. Student Transition Services 267-350-8675 • student@jevs.org • jevshumanservices.org/STS Offers group training and individual work-based learning experiences for high school students with disabilities in the early stages of their transition from school to work. Assessment process pairs strengths, values, barriers and interests with job shadowing and internships toward a goal of competitive integrated employment. 86 THE GUIDE 2019/2020 H ousing JEVS Human Services 9350 Ashton Road, Suite 201 • Philadelphia, PA 19114 267-350-8600 • Fax: 215-255-4777 • jevshumanservices.org Community Homes • clhs@jevs.org Offers individuals with intellectual disabilities the opportunity to live with independence and dignity. Staff provides specialized 24-hour support for one to three individuals per residence. The Community Homes promote each individual’s interests and abilities, with an emphasis on community involvement, stability and maintaining important ties to family and loved ones. Homes are located in the Mount Airy, the Northeast and Frankford sections of Philadelphia and in Montgomery County. Community Residential Rehabilitation Services communityresidentialservices@jevs.org Offers individuals diagnosed with a mental health disorder a home and trained staff focused on helping them become more self-sufficient and prepared for independence and everyday life in the community. Residents agree on goals annually and receive the assistance to meet these goals. It is the mission of this program to graduate residents to a more independent living situation. Life Sharing • lifesharing@jevs.org Offers individuals with intellectual disabilities the opportunity to live with the support of a loving and caring family within the community and to more fully integrate into the community. This form of adult foster care helps individuals build relationships with new families and make new connections and friends. Tikvah Residence Drexel Hill, PA 19026 tikvah@jevs.org • jevshumanservices.org/program/tikvah-residence Offers affordable housing for adults with mental health conditions. Residents enjoy the privacy of independent apartment living within a supportive community. JEVS staff organizes activities and provides services to help each resident lead an active and healthy life. All apartment units are currently occupied. S ocial and S upport P rograms Associated Services for the Blind and Visually Impaired KleinLife: Northeast Philadelphia • 10100 Jamison Ave. • Philadelphia, PA 215-698-7300, ext. 195 • Fax: 215-673-7447 • igulko@kleinlife.org Offers social and educational activities, a support group and life skills classes for visually impaired adults. Transportation is available through ParaTransit. Chai Lifeline 732-719-1700 • Fax: 723-886-0065 • nj@chailifeline.org • chailifeline.org/nj Provides services for people with serious medical illnesses and chronic genetic diseases and their families in the Greater Philadelphia area. Maintains a network of psychosocial support programs including medical referrals, insurance support services, emotional support groups, homebound tutorial programs, special trips and holiday festivities, toys and family retreats. Offers a summer camping program called Camp Simcha and Camp Simcha Special. The program offers a daily shuttle service from New Jersey locations to Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia and accommodations at Chai House, an apartment located near the hospital. The newest addition is a fully stocked kosher pantry in the hospital. Friendship Circle Philadelphia Region South office: 754 S. Ninth St. • Philadelphia, PA 19147 215-574-1765 • info@phillyfriendship.com • phillyfriendship.com North office: 25 N. State St. • Newtown, PA 18940 215-497-9925, ext. 17 • Fax: 215-497-9929 • jamie@fcpa.info • fcpa.in Connects teens and young adults to youth with special needs and their families, by offering Jewish and social experiences; developing friendships while participating in creative arts group activities, Jewish holiday celebrations, weekly playdates and more. Fosters the development of a caring, supportive community. South office serves Philadelphia, Montgomery, Chester and Delaware counties. North office serves Bucks County, Huntingdon Valley and Northeast Philadelphia. Hebrew Association of the Deaf Rose Olanoff Community Center • 8027 Castor Ave. • Philadelphia, PA 19152 215-725-9010 (V/TTY) • TheHADNews@gmail.com Offers social and recreational programs for the deaf and the hard of hearing, including religious observances, Shabbat and High Holiday services. Jewish Family and Children’s Service of Philadelphia-People Living with Disabilities 7901 Bustleton Ave., Berris Plaza, Suite 206 • Philadelphia, PA 19152 1-866-532-7669 and: The Barbara & Harvey Brodsky Enrichment Center 345 Montgomery Ave. • Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004 • 267-314-0909 info@jfcsphilly.org • jfcsphilly.org Supports individuals with disabilities, along with their families and caregivers, in the process to achieving stability, the highest level of independence, a sense of community and an enhanced quality of life. Staffed by a team of licensed care managers and social workers, the program supports children, teens and adults with developmental or intellectual disabilities, autism spectrum disor- ders (including Asperger’s Syndrome), learning disabilities, social phobias, anxiety disorders, attention deficit disorders, and more. Offers a network of services and programs providing care management services and long-term care planning, including connections to community-based resources, financial assistance, budgeting guidance, planning for the transition from childhood to adulthood, life skills coaching, assistance in locating meaningful employment and/or volunteer opportunities, and respite. The program provides socializa- tion outings, skill-building workshops, holiday celebrations, community service activities, as well as counseling services. At the Barbara and Harvey Brodsky Enrichment Center of JFCS life skills programs are offered in the Teaching Kitchen and Therapeutic Art Studio. Opportunities are provided to learn nutri- tion and kitchen skills, different forms of artistic expression such as drawing and painting, creative writing, theatre, and improv, yoga, healthy relationship and sexuality groups, community service activities, and more. JEVS Human Services 9350 Ashton Road, Suite 201 • Philadelphia, PA 19114 267-350-8600 • Fax: 215-255-4777 • jevshumanservices.org Community Participation • collaborative@jevs.org Provides opportunities for participants to engage in the community Monday through Friday through a variety of volunteer options, enrichment classes, and community exploration. Participants meet at a designated location and disperse in small groups for their day’s community participation. In-Home Supports • inhomesupports@jevs.org Offers adults with intellectual disabilities the opportunity to live in their own homes and maintain their independence with the support of committed caregivers. Individuals are supported and encouraged to make their own choices, develop new abilities and cultivate their special talents in their homes and communities. Philadelphia Independence Network—Narberth, PA & Independence Network—Collingswood, NJ PIN@jevs.org • NJSupports@jevs.org Empowers young adults with disabilities to live independent and full lives. Members live in their own apartments within a walkable community (currently in Narberth, PA, and Collingswood, NJ) and are active members of the community. Each member receives a mix of services, customized to their needs and changing as they grow. Services may include independent living skill instruction and strategies, employment support and coaching, opportunities to socialize and engage in community events and activities, team and community building techniques, community and home safety discussions, and financial management and budgeting support. Members also participate in enrichment activities to increase awareness of opportunities. Community Integrated Recovery Center (CIRC) recovery@jevs.org Offers opportunities to adults (18+) with serious mental illness to achieve independence in living, learning, working and socializing. Participants take an active role in their own recovery, selecting their own goals and areas for improvement. The program instills confi- dence, self-empowerment and self-sufficiency by assisting individuals to integrate into the community and to live more independent lives. Participants engage in psycho-educational groups as well as evidence based treatment modalities and individual therapy. Mental Health Outpatient Program • recovery@jevs.org Offers therapeutic sessions to adults 18 years of age or older with a mental health condition including psychiatric therapy services, medication management, individual counseling, prolonged exposure trauma therapy, and family therapy. Schedule by appointment. Supported Independent Living • clhs@jevs.org Allows adults with intellectual disabilities or with a behavioral health diagnosis to live stable lives in the comfort of their homes. With the support of helpers, the participants maintain their independence and are encouraged to make their own choices, develop new abilities, and cultivate their special talents. Supports Coordination 2770 Red Lion Road • Philadelphia, PA 19114 215-728-4435 • Fax: 267-298-1301 • supportscoordination@jevs.org Seniors and adults 18 years of age or older who have a physical disability lasting for more than a year, can benefit from Supports Coordination to assist them to stay in their own homes, go to work, attend school and participate fully in the community. Assists individuals who participate in the Office of Long-Term Living (OLTL) and Community Health Choices programs in gaining access to needed services and other state Medicaid plan services, as well as other medical and social services regardless of the funding source. Services are free to those who qualify. THE GUIDE 2019/2020 87 Judith Creed Horizons for Achieving Independence (JCHAI) Federation Hall • 274 S. Bryn Mawr Ave. • Bryn Mawr, PA 19010 610-667-7875 • Fax: 610-520-4705 • questions@jchai.org • jchai.org Provides independent living support and vocational programs for individuals with developmental disabilities. Although JCHAI is nonsectarian, kosher options are available, and Jewish programming is provided for those residents who wish to partake in Jewish activities. JCHAI Supported Apartment Program is designed for individuals who can live independently, but who may need some additional support in daily living skills. JCHAI At Home provides an independent living program providing support in daily living activities to individuals living in their own a partments or homes or still living with their parents. JCHAI Transitions is an after-school and weekend activity program offered at the JCHAI Bryn Mawr location geared toward teaching independent living and vocational skills to young adults 18 through early 30s. Outpatient Mental Health Services Einstein Healthcare Network 1200 W. Tabor Road, Suite 100 • Philadelphia, PA 19141 • 1-800-EINSTEIN and Einstein Medical Center Elkins Park 60 Township Line Road • Elkins Park, PA 19027 • 215-663-6077 Board-certified psychiatrists, psychologists and psychotherapists offer outpatient services for children, adolescents, adults and older adults. Services include: comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, psychotherapy for individuals, families, couples and groups, and medication management. Tikvah/AJMI (Advocates for the Jewish Mentally Ill) 2100 Arch St. • Philadelphia, PA 19103 • P.O. Box 52730, Philadelphia, PA 19115 • 215-832-0671 • 267-581-5291 (event line) TikvahAJMI@jewishphilly.org • tivahajmi.com Provides support and advocacy for individuals and families who are affected by mental illness. Builds a sense of community by socializing and celebrating Jewish holidays. Educates the Jewish community about mental illness (biological brain disorders) and improves the quality of life for persons with mental illness by providing psychosocial rehabilitation via social experiences and life-skills education, and some transitional employment. HEALTH SERVICES M edical C are Abramson Senior Care 215-371-3400 or 1-888-340-0080 • Fax: 215-371-3030 info@abramsonseniorcare.org • abramsonseniorcare.org Birnhak Transitional Care 1425 Horsham Road • North Wales, PA 19454, and 100 E. Lancaster Ave • Medical Science Building, 5th Floor Wynnewood, PA 19090 Comprehensive rehabilitative care focused on safely returning patients to their homes after a hospital stay. Services include: Therapy available up to seven days a week; post-orthopedic surgery care; physical, occu- pational and speech therapy; pain management; wound care, advanced intravenous therapy; nutrition management; head or spinal cord injury care; respiratory care; frequent assessments and treatment reviews; recreational and therapeutic activities; patient and family education; case management; discharge planning. Amenities include: Therapy gym, private rooms, TVs, wireless Internet access, etc. Birnhak Transitional Care is located on Abramson Senior Care’s Horsham campus and on the campus of Lankenau Medical Center. Abramson Primary Care 135 S. Bryn Mawr Ave., Suite 110 • Bryn Mawr, PA 19010 484-756-8700 Offers primary care for patients ages 18 and above. The practice provides: House calls by nurse practitioners, a comprehensive care team, 24/7 access to physicians, appointments with access to same-day sick visits, and access to education and wellness services via Abramson Senior Care. The Edna Young Gordon Healthy Brain and Memory Center 135 S. Bryn Mawr Ave., Suite 110 • Bryn Mawr, PA 19010 484-756-8700 Outpatient memory program helping clients and their families manage memory impairments beyond diagnosis. All services are customized to meet the needs of each client and the care team partners with the family to adjust interventions over time. Intensive care management, wraparound medical and social services, support groups and educational programs are also provided. The Healthy Brain and Memory Center is co-located with a primary care practice. Einstein Healthcare Network 5501 Old York Road • Philadelphia, PA 19141 • 1-800-EINSTEIN • einstein.edu Major healthcare system offering services through the sites listed below. The network also includes outpatient care centers and a network of primary care physicians and specialists throughout the region. Einstein Medical Center Philadelphia 5501 Old York Road • Philadelphia, PA 19141 • 1-800-EINSTEIN A tertiary care hospital specializing in women’s services, organ disease and transplantation, heart care, orthopedics, neurology, neurosurgery and geriatric medicine. Einstein Medical Center is an independent academic medical center which trains health professional students and residents in numerous accredited programs. Einstein Medical Center Elkins Park 60 Township Line Road • Elkins Park, PA 19027 • 215-663-6000 Full service medical and surgical specialty hospital. Robotic surgery for urologic and gynecologic procedures and minimally invasive spine and joint replacement surgery. Services include: Einstein Bariatrics ® , radiology, cardiology, neurology, ophthalmology, neuro-ophthalmology, and more. 88 THE GUIDE 2019/2020 Einstein at Germantown One Penn Blvd. • Philadelphia, PA 19144 • 215-951-8000 Offers primary, cardiology, cardiac rehab and OB/GYN services; and a Crisis Response Center (emergency psychiatric care) for children, adolescents and adults. Einstein Center One 9880 Bustleton Ave. • Philadelphia, PA 19115 • 215-827-1600 Ambulatory care center offers a wide array of outpatient services using the latest minimally invasive surgical techniques for breast surgery, gastroenterology, general surgery, gynecology and orthopedics. Medical services include primary care, oncology, diagnostic radiology, cardiology, gastroenterology, obstetrics/gynecology, orthopedics and psychiatry. Einstein Medical Center Montgomery 559 W. Germantown Pike • E. Norriton, PA 19403 484-622-1000 • einsteinmontgomery.com A technologically advanced, tertiary care medical center offers a full range of medical and surgical care. Services include: a full-service maternity unit with the Level III Arthur and Lea Powell Neonatal Intensive Care Unit; 24-hour emergency medicine at the Leonard and Madlyn Abramson Family Emergency Department; advanced heart care, including cardiac catheterization, open heart surgery and electrophysi- ology intervention; cutting-edge cancer care; orthopedics and bariatric surgery. Primary care services are provided by Einstein Physicians, a network of physicians, nurses and healthcare specialists. MossRehab 60 Township Line Road • Elkins Park, PA 19027 1-800-CALL-MOSS or 215-663-6000 • mossrehab.com Provides inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation for stroke and neurological disorders, spinal cord injury, traumatic brain injury, amputation, orthopedic and other conditions. Treatment is personalized and can include physical, occupational, and speech therapy, as well as maintenance and support programs to re-establish independence. MossRehab offers rehabilitation robotics, helping patients to rehabilitate and transition through inpatient and outpatient care. MossRehab operates six inpatient units and 15 outpatient locations in Philadelphia, Montgomery, and lower Bucks counties, as well as in New Jersey and Delaware. Outpatient Mental Health Services Einstein Healthcare Network 1200 W. Tabor Road, Suite 100 • Philadelphia, PA 19141 • 1-800-EINSTEIN and Einstein Medical Center Elkins Park 60 Township Line Road • Elkins Park, PA 19027 • 215-663-6077 Board-certified psychiatrists, psychologists and psychotherapists offer outpatient services for children, adolescents, adults and older adults. Services include: comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, psychotherapy for individuals, families, couples and groups, and medication management. Willowcrest Einstein Healthcare Network 5501 Old York Road • Philadelphia, PA 19141 1-800-EINSTEIN • 215-456-8637 or 215-456-8638 Short-term sub-acute facility provides skilled nursing and comprehensive rehabilitation to assist patients in returning to independence following hospitalization for joint replacement, surgery, pre-prosthetic training for amputation, illness or injury. Philadelphia Hatzalah The Shabbat Suite at Lankenau Medical Center 100 E. Lancaster Ave. • Wynnewood, PA • 484-476-2020 Bien-AimeC@mlhs.org • mainlinehealth.org Offers a space for families to observe Shabbat and religious holidays while a loved one is hospitalized. Provides sleeping accommodations for the loved ones of hospitalized patients who wish to stay at Lankenau during the Sabbath and religious holidays. Families also have 24-hour access to a private kitchen, pantry and a lounge seven days a week. Temple Dental at KleinLife KleinLife: Northeast Philadelphia • 10100 Jamison Ave. • Philadelphia, PA 19116 215-464-1704 • kleinlife.org/health-wellness/dental-center/ Run by Temple University Maurice H. Kornberg School of Dentistry. A fully licensed general dentist is on-site. The clinic offers referrals to its main clinics for patients who require specialized care. Many forms of dental insur- ance and Medicaid are accepted. All current patient records remain with the clinic, ensuring that patients will receive continuity of care under the clinic’s management. J ewish G enetic D iseases Jewish genetic diseases are a group of diseases for which screening is recommended in the Ashkenazi population. One in five Ashkenazi Jews is a carrier for at least one of the current 19 preventable and life-threatening diseases. Tay-Sachs is an inherited genetic disorder — invariably fatal — that mainly affects Jewish infants. It is inherited from two healthy parents who both carry the gene, and there is a one-in-four chance that a baby will develop the disease if both parents are carriers. A simple blood test can determine whether an individual carries the Tay-Sachs gene. All Jewish people considering having children should arrange for Tay-Sachs testing. Late onset Tay-Sachs disease is a degenerative genetic disorder that causes debilitating physical and/or mental symptoms. Gaucher Treatment Center Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia Department of Metabolic Diseases Wood Center • 3501 Civil Center Blvd., sixth floor Philadelphia, PA 19104 • 215-590-3376 • Fax: 215-590-4297 ficicioglu@email.chop.edu • chop.edu Offers diagnostic testing and patient evaluation for qualified persons in collaboration with the National Gaucher Foundation. Two-thirds of Gaucher patients are of Ashkenazi Jewish descent. National Tay-Sachs & Allied Diseases Association of the Delaware Valley P.O. Box 441 • Jenkintown, PA 19046 215-887-0877 • Fax: 215-887-1931 • info@tay-sachs.org • tay-sachs.org Nonprofit voluntary health organization devoted to eliminating Tay-Sachs, Canavan disease and other fatal degenerative disorders through programs of prevention, education, research and carrier screenings. Victor Center for the Prevention of Jewish Genetic Diseases 5501 Old York Road • Philadelphia, PA 19141 1-800-EINSTEIN • 1-800-346-7834 • victorcenter@einstein.edu einsteinvictorcenter.org Thought leader in raising awareness, educating, and ensuring that preconception counseling and screening for preventable Jewish genetic diseases is affordable and accessible. P.O. Box 18182 • Philadelphia, PA 19116 • 215-677-6700 (emergency hotline) philadelphiahatzalah.com Provides immediate emergency medical care until local mandated EMS resources can arrive on the scene. Offers state certified volunteers available around the clock. The majority of Hatzalah team members are fluently multilingual, especially in Hebrew, Russian, Yiddish, Ukrainian and English. THE GUIDE 2019/2020 89 SERVICES FOR NEW AMERICANS HIAS Pennsylvania 2100 Arch St., third floor • Philadelphia, PA 19103 215-832-0900 • Fax: 215-832-0919 • hiaspa.org Provides legal and supportive services to immigrants, refugees and asylum seekers from all backgrounds in order to assure their fair treatment and full integration into American society. Programs include: Representation and legal counseling before immigration agencies and courts; Citizenship, refugee resettlement and other social services to assist newly arriving immigrants, refugees and those recently granted asylum; and, advocacy and education related to immigrant issues and rights. JEVS Center for New Americans 2770 Red Lion Road • Philadelphia, PA 19114 215-728-4210 • Fax: 215-728-4227 • CNA@jevs.org • jevshumanservices.org Offers time-eligible refugees, asylees and victims of trafficking free services in the following areas: employment counseling, job development and job placement/job search/job retention workshops; Vocational English Language Training (VELT) and English as a Second Language (ESL) classes; computer skills classes, acculturation workshops, case management and individualized assistance in developing and/or improving verbal language skills. Use of a driving simulator is offered. Participants are served in Philadelphia, Bucks, Chester, Delaware and Montgomery counties. New American Outreach Program KleinLife: Northeast Philadelphia • 10100 Jamison Ave. • Philadelphia, PA 19116 215-698-7300, ext. 175 • kleinlife.org Sponsors a variety of programs for Russian-speaking Jews, including religious, social, cultural and recreational activities. Offers activities for children, such as Jewish Children’s Theater; Jewish history and tradition classes; ballet, ballroom and rhythm dance classes; creative development classes for toddlers; music classes; and swimming instruction. Programs for adults include Torah study; individual rabbinical counseling; Judaica lectures and seminars; senior adult Jewish choir; Shabbat services; yoga and aerobics classes; ballroom dancing; and a health club. Sponsor-organized community events such as Chanukah, Purim and Israel Independence Day celebrations, in addition to children’s concerts. Also provides traditional services for Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur, Sukkot, Passover and other Jewish holidays. Russian Speaking Active Adult Life Program C are M anagement & C ounseling Abramson Senior Care 1425 Horsham Road • North Wales, PA 19454-1320 215-371-3400 or 1-888-340-0080 • Fax: 215-371-3030 info@abramsonseniorcare.org • abramsoncenter.org Abramson Care Advisors: Senior care professionals available 24/7, providing telephonic advice to older adults and their families who have questions or concerns regarding aging or aging services. Provided free of charge. Geriatric Care Management: Professional consultation, intervention, support, coordination and oversight to family members with aging loved ones. Provides a plan for each individual focused on keeping seniors at home. This service is available for short-term crises or for ongoing, long-term support. Hourly fee applies. Jewish Family and Children’s Service of Greater Philadelphia – Older Adult Services 432 Tulpehocken Ave., Suite 2 • Elkins Park, PA 19027 and: The Barbara & Harvey Brodsky Enrichment Center 345 Montgomery Ave. • Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004 • 267-314-0909 1-866-JFCS-NOW or 1-866-532-7669 • jfcsphilly.org Provides care management and counseling services to older adults with the goal of supporting healthy, positive aging at home. Services include: Care navigation to provide resources and access to aging services and to help clients and their families move through the medical, financial, and emotional complexities of aging; assistance with arranging direct care such as home care, chores, meals, and transportation (available on a sliding scale fee basis); in-home assessments and visits; collaborative and customizable plans to support each client’s needs and goals; ongoing support and assessment to make sure the plan is working; in-home and in-office counseling by licensed clinical social workers address- ing topics such as depression, anxiety, family issues and adjustment to illness difficulties; in-home benefits assessment and enrollment; in-home health assessment by a nurse; dental financial aid and support based on eligibility; transportation to grocery store at regularly scheduled times within specific geographical areas; and, support groups. Community-Based Aging in Place Services KleinLife: Northeast Philadelphia • 10100 Jamison Ave. • Philadelphia, PA 19116 215-698-7300, ext. 155 • kleinlife.org Geared to senior adults whose primary language is Russian. Offers kosher lunches, computer instruction, cultural and educational programs, citizenship preparation courses, ESL classes, Shabbat programs and entertainment. Participants join with other Klein senior-adult participants in activities and access to social services. Collaborates with the older residents of area apartment buildings and other community partners, including apartment and co-op managers, to create supportive “aging friendly” communities. Support programs include providing individual social work consultation, group health and wellness programs, limited transportation, and other services tailored to specific needs. RAJE Philadelphia: Russian American Jewish Experience Provides survivors who lived under Nazi occupation with services such as subsidized home care, counseling, housekeeping and caregiver support, as well as funds for emergencies like medical and financial needs. Funds are available for Holocaust survivors who cannot afford to pay for services on their own or whose families need financial assistance to pay for the survivor’s care. Funding is provided through a grant to JFCS from the Conference on Jewish Material Claims Against Germany. Also offers survivors assistance with filling out applications for Holocaust entitlements. Assessment will include a determination of survivor status, per Claims Conference guidelines. Congregation Beth Solomon Community Center 198 Tomlinson Road • Philadelphia, PA 19116 • 215-671-1981 admin@rajephilly.com • raje@cbscommunitycenter.com • rajephilly.com For men and women ages 18 through 30. Offers a learning experience for those who want to explore their Jewish heritage, meet friends, participate in Shabbat meals and more. 90 SERVICES FOR SENIOR ADULTS THE GUIDE 2019/2020 Jewish Holocaust Survivor’s Program KleinLIfe: Northeast Philadelphia 10100 Jamison Ave. • Philadelphia, PA 19116 215-698-7300 • Fax: 215-673-7447 • igulko@kleinlife.org • kleinlife.org Provides ongoing support and referral services available for short-term counseling, family mediation, group counseling, Medicare benefits review, assisted living and nursing home transition, medical and health-related issues. Northeast NORC of Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia 8546-B Bustleton Ave. • Philadelphia, PA 19152 215-320-0351 • NORC@jewishphilly.org • jewishphilly.org/resources/North- east-norc Supports older adults (ages 60-plus) in their ability to remain living inde- pendently in their own homes in Northeast Philadelphia (ZIP codes 19111, 19114, 19115, 19116, 19149 and 19152). Services include transportation for grocery shopping and medical appointments within a seven-mile radius; home maintenance support; socialization, information and referral. A newsletter of events and information benefiting older adults is mailed to members six times each year. A dult D ay C are and T herapy P rograms Abramson Medical Adult Day Services 12003 Bustleton Ave. • Philadelphia, PA 19116 215-371-3400 or 1-888-340-0080 • Fax: 215-371-3030 info@abramsonseniorcare.org • abramsoncenter.org A day center for older adults providing therapeutic programming, and nursing and social services. Also offers a nurse practitioner clinic. Kosher meals are provided. Eagleville Hospital Older Adult Behavioral Health 100 Eagleville Road • Eagleville, PA 19403 610-635-7400 • Fax: 610-539-9314 eaglevillehospital.org For patients aged 50 and older who have a primary diagnosis of a psychiatric disorder. The goal is to stabilize these individuals and return them to their optimal level of functioning outside the hospital. If a patient is also misusing substances, the patient may go through detoxification and be prepared for the next phase of treatment in one of the addiction programs. Provides round- the-clock nursing, and integrated care for the patients in a secure unit. This program offers daily counseling, activities, and social work services. It is led by a psychiatrist, who meets with patients daily. JEVS Human Services — Community Participation 9350 Ashton Road, Suite 201 • Philadelphia, PA 19114 267-350-8600 • collaborative@jevs.org Provides opportunities for participants to engage in the community Monday through Friday through a variety of volunteer options, enrichment classes, and community exploration. Participants meet at a designated location and disperse in small groups for their day’s community participation. E mployment & V ocational S ervices JEVS Career Solutions for 55+ JEVS Human Services 1617 John F. Kennedy Blvd., second floor • Philadelphia, PA 19103 267-647-7137 • cs55@jevs.org • jevshumanservices.org A free service for Philadelphia residents ages 55 and over. Offers in­dividual and group career counseling, job search assistance and other training programs. S enior C enters and P rograms Abramson Senior Care 1425 Horsham Road • North Wales, PA 19454-1320 215-371-3400 or 1-888-340-0080 • Fax: 215-371-3030 info@abramsonseniorcare.org • abramsoncenter.org Provides a variety of services to seniors residing on its Horsham campus, as well as to seniors living throughout Greater Philadelphia. Services include skilled nursing care; senior living apartments with personal care services; hospice; home care; post-hospital transitional care; memory care; adult day care; counseling, information and referral; and aging research. Golden Slipper Gems Mailing address: 257 E. Lancaster Ave., Suite 200 Wynnewood, PA 19096 610-359-8632 • Fax: 215-877-6675 gems@goldenslipper.org • goldenslippergems.org Enriches the lives of older adults through programs and services that enhance wellbeing, inspire engagement and foster community at the following class locations: Main Line: Adath Israel • 250 N. Highland Ave. • Merion Station, PA 19066 610-359-8632 Bucks County: Shir Ami • 101 Richboro Road • Newtown, PA 18940 267-984-0722 Federation Housing: Programs and activities for residents of 6 Federation Housing, Inc apartment buildings. Kaiserman JCC Senior Fitness Classes 45 Haverford Road • Wynnewood, PA 19096 • 610-893-7770 CustomerService@phillyjcc.com • phillyjcc.com Offers discounted rates for adults ages 65-plus. Individual, couple and snowbird memberships available. Year-round, heated pool is wheel- chair-accessible, and offers a safe and low-impact way to keep fit. Offers senior aerobic, strength and stretch classes, and yoga classes. Participates in the Silver Sneakers®, and Silver&Fit® insurance incentive programs. Outpatient Gero-Psychiatric Care Einstein Healthcare Network 1200 W. Tabor Road, Suite 100 Philadelphia, PA 1-800-EINSTEIN or 215-827-1540 • einstein.edu Board-certified geriatric psychiatrists and psychologists offer outpatient services for older adults. Services include: comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, psychotherapy for individuals, families and groups, and medication management. THE GUIDE 2019/2020 91 KleinLife: NorthEast Philadelphia Myer and Rosaline Feinstein Campus 10100 Jamison Ave. • Philadelphia, PA 19116 215-698-7300 • kleinlife.org Serves a hot kosher lunch, and offers a full program of adult-education classes and activities weekdays. A computer center and classes link seniors to web browsing, social media, and more. Activities include holiday programs, entertainment, exercise groups, yoga, support and discussion groups, ESL and citizenship classes, a social club, a Russian-speaking program, travel clubs and day trips to theaters, museums and cultural events. A social worker is available to help seniors gain access to needed community services, including home delivered meals. Volunteer opportunities are available. Transportation can be arranged to and from the center. Offers free membership to SilverSneakers® and Silver&Fit® program participants. KleinLife: Center City Jewish Community Services Building 2100 Arch St. • Philadelphia, PA 19103 • 215-832-0539 lellis@kleinlife.org Provides programming for seniors, including socialization and social services, classes, exercise and health presentations, Yiddish, musical entertainment, holiday celebrations and a hot kosher lunch on Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Take-home frozen kosher meals are available at a modest cost. Transportation can be arranged. KleinLife: Montgomery County Congregation Adath Jeshurun 7763 Old York Road • Elkins Park, PA 19027 215-635-5244 • GKorostoff@kleinlife.org Open Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 9:45 a.m. to 2 p.m., offering a wide range of programs, such as art and music, current events, fitness, etc. Also offers a free daily hot kosher lunch. KleinLife: Russian Speaking Active Adult Life Program 10100 Jamison Ave • Philadelphia, PA 19116 • 215-698-7300 x155 Geared to senior adults whose primary language is Russian. Offers kosher lunches, computer instruction, cultural and educational programs, citizenship preparation courses, ESL classes, Shabbat programs and entertainment. Participants join with other Klein senior adult participants in activities and access to social services. KleinLife: Rhawnhurst Tabas House • 2101 Strahle St. • Philadelphia, PA 19152 215-745-3127 Offers hot lunches and afternoon social and educational programs to members Tuesday through Friday. Provides bimonthly shopping assistance, trips and special holiday programs. KleinLife Travel Program for Adults 215-698-7300, ext. 176 Provides the opportunity to participate in various entertainment and cultural trips throughout the month. Trips include shows at local and Broadway theaters, concerts, opera, film, museums and fine dining. All trips include round-trip bus transportation from the KleinLife and are escorted by KleinLife staff. Trips are open to KleinLife members and guests. Temple Dental at KleinLife Myer and Rosaline Feinstein Campus 10100 Jamison Ave. • Philadelphia, PA 19116 215-464-1704 • kleinlife.org/health-wellness/dental-center/ Run by Temple University Maurice H. Kornberg School of Dentistry. A fully licensed general dentist is on-site. The clinic offers referrals to its main clinics for patients who require specialized care. Many forms of dental insurance and Medicaid are accepted. All current patient records remain with the clinic, ensuring that patients will receive continuity of care under the clinic’s management. 92 THE GUIDE 2019/2020 H ousing : I ndependent L iving Federation Housing, Inc. 8900 Roosevelt Blvd. • Philadelphia, PA 19115 215-673-6446 or TTD:215-673-6459 • Fax: 215-673-9525 info@federationhousing.org • federationhousing.org Develops and manages affordable housing for low- or modest-income elderly. Applicants must be at least 62 years old and able to live independently. Offers social programs, transportation, housekeeping, social-service support, rabbinical support, kosher-style meals, residential programs and daily activities. Housing offered at the following pro­perties: E phraim G oldstein A partments 12003 Bustleton Ave. • Philadelphia, PA 19116 215-969-0400 • Fax: 215-698-8263 M iriam and R obert M. R ieder H ouse 10102 Jamison Ave. • Philadelphia, PA 19116 215-464-4151 • Fax: 215-464-9793 R obert S aligman H ouse & S aligman N orth 8900 Roosevelt Blvd. • Philadelphia, PA 19115 215-464-3377 or 215-673-6446 • Fax: 215-464-3044 A rthur and E stelle S idewater H ouse 780 Byberry Road • Philadelphia, PA 19116 215-856-9484 • Fax: 215-856-9550 E velyn and D aniel M. T abas H ouse 10102 Jamison Ave., Unit B • Philadelphia, PA 19116 215-464-4151 • Fax: 215-464-9793 C enter P ark III The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Campus 10102-C Jamison Ave., Unit C • Philadelphia, PA 19116 215-464-4151 • Fax: 215-464-9793 S amuel A. G reen H ouse 1509 Ashbourne Road • Elkins Park, PA 19027 215-635-4100 • Fax: 215-635-7402 S amuel T abas A partments 2101 Strahle St. • Philadelphia, PA 19152 215-722-8688 • Fax: 215-725-9377 F lorence E. G reen H ouse 4701 Somerton Road • Trevose, PA 19053 215-364-1167 • Fax: 215-364-1187 Brith Sholom House 3939 Conshohocken Ave. • Philadelphia, PA 19131 215-877-3445 or 1-800-654-5984 (TTY) • Fax: 215-477-1330 info@brithsholom.com • BrithSholom.com Apartment house living for older adults. Brith Sholom Foundation. Mildred Shor Inn Abramson Senior Care 1425 Horsham Road • North Wales, PA 19454 215-371-3400 or 1-888-340-0080 • Fax: 215-371-3030 info@abramsonseniorcare.org • abramsoncenter.org Studio and one-bedroom senior living apartments in a suburban setting, with personal care services available. Access to medical and rehabilitative care. Meals and snacks prepared in a kosher kitchen. L ong -T erm C are Abramson Residence Abramson Senior Care 1425 Horsham Road • North Wales, PA 19454 215-371-3400 or 1-888-340-0080 • Fax: 215-371-3030 info@abramsonseniorcare.org • abramsoncenter.org Long-term nursing and Alzheimer’s care in a residential setting. Single occupancy bedrooms are arranged in clusters to enhance privacy. Residents receive the services of staff physicians, physician’s assistants, nurses, social workers, activity therapists, rehabilitation therapists and access to a range of medical sub-specialties. Extensive Jewish religious and cultural programming. Kosher meals are prepared on-site under Orthodox supervision. I n -H ome S ervices Abramson Home Care 261 Old York Road, Suite 318 • Jenkintown, PA 19046 215-371-3400 or 888-340-0080 • Fax: 215-371-3130 info@abramsonseniorcare.org • abramsonseniorcare.org Skilled home care and homemaker services, including nursing care; physical, occupational and speech therapy; medical social services; orthopedic and cardiac aftercare; wound care; medication instruction, education and counseling on health concerns; help with personal care needs; light house- keeping and laundry; meal preparation and errands; escorts to medical appointments; companions; and respite for family caregivers. Jewish Relief Agency 225 E. City Ave., Suite 210 • Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004 610-660-0190 • Fax: 610-660-0191 • JRA@JewishRelief.org • jewishrelief.org Serves vulnerable members of the community, low-income seniors and families, persons with disabilities and chronic illnesses, immigrants, refugees, non-English language speakers, individuals and families facing temporary financial emergencies, etc. Services include providing monthly home deliveries of supplemental boxes of kosher food, personal care items, and family-friendly food bags. Services are delivered by volunteers. Jewish Relief Agency 225 East City Ave, Suite 210 | Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004 610-660-0190 | Fax: 610-660-0191 | JRA@jewishrelief.org | jewishrelief.org Monthly Food Distribution Program JRA provides a supplemental box of nutritious kosher food monthly, bi-monthly, or 4 times a year for Jewish holidays. Produce items are included in the box from September through April. Food boxes are delivered to client homes by friendly volunteers. KleinLife: NorthEast Philadelphia 10100 Jamison Ave. • Philadelphia, PA 19116 • 215-698-7300 kleinlife.org Gateways to Aging Well Provides Jewish seniors with an array of supportive services so they can maintain their independence and improve their quality of life. The program includes intake and assessment; supportive services, such as counseling, congregate meals and socialization programs at KleinLife in NorthEast Philadelphia; and in-home support, such as friendly visiting, home delivered meals and home modifications. The program includes case management and outreach components delivered to people in neighborhood around KleinLife. In-Home Support Program Provides services for temporarily homebound elderly, including meals, cleaning, supportive counseling and handicapped assistive devices for the residents of the Greater Northeast. Will screen clients for eligibility and connect them to home health care options and provide subsidies, if appropriate. gsilverb@ihsp.pcaphl.org. Home Delivered Meals 215-698-7300, ext. 194 • bwagner@kleinlife.org • kleinlife.org Provides kosher and supplemental meals to the older adult community who are unable to prepare their own meals. Cook for a Friend — Meals are provided by local volunteers, synagogue groups, Hebrew-schools and other organizations within the Jewish community. The meals are delivered by local volunteers who often stay for a short visit. There is no charge for participation in the program, but voluntary contributions are requested to help defray the program costs. Catered Meals — Frozen, microwaveable meals prepared by a local caterer and delivered by volunteers. The program serves seniors in Northeast Philadelphia, Abington and Cheltenham. Mitzvah Food Program 215-832-0509 • mitzvahfoodprogram@jewishphilly.org • jewishphilly.org/mfp Provides food packages, which include non-perishable food and produce, to low-income households in Greater Philadelphia. Monthly or bimonthly packing/delivery schedules available depending on pantry location. Pantry locations include: Jewish Community Services Building (Center City); Brodsky Enrichment Center (Main Line); KleinLife (Northeast Philadelphia); Congregation Tifereth Israel of Lower Bucks County (Bucks County); and Beth Sholom Congregation (Elkins Park). JEVS Human Services 2770 Red Lion Road • Philadelphia, PA 19114 215-728-4435 • Fax: 267-298-1301 • jevshumanservices.org Nursing Home Transition Offers support for individuals transitioning from a nursing home to a more independent living situation. Individuals receive one-on-one support from a qualified coordinator, as well as assistance planning and orchestrating the move. Emphasis is placed on learning skills for increased self-sufficiency and household management. Supports Coordination Seniors and adults 18 years of age or older who have a physical disability lasting for more than a year can benefit from Supports Coordination to assist them to stay in their own homes, go to work, attend school and participate fully in the community. Assists indi- viduals who participate in Office of Long‐Term Living (OLTL) and Community Health Choices programs in gaining access to needed services and other state Medicaid plan services, as well as other medi- cal and social services regardless of the funding source. Services are free to those who qualify. THE GUIDE 2019/2020 93 SUPPORT GROUPS Bereavement Support Groups Sponsored by Goldsteins’ Rosenberg’s Raphael-Sacks, Inc. 215-677-1600 • rivkapowers55@gmail.com Professionally facilitated support group designed for those who are 60 years and older. Twelve-week sessions held at two locations in Northeast Philadelphia: Congregation Shaare Shamayim and at the Northeast NORC building. Caregiver Support Groups Sponsored by Abramson Senior Care 215-371-3400 • info@abramsonseniorcare.org Free monthly caregiver support groups offered in locations throughout the Greater Philadelphia area, including in Philadelphia, Jenkintown and Bryn Mawr. Support groups are certified by the Alzheimer’s Association. Center for Spiritual Wellbeing Beth Sholom Congregation • 8321 Old York Road • Elkins Park, PA 19027 215-887-1342, ext. 109 • spiritualwell-being.org A community project dedicated to helping people find meaningful spiritual connections in their lives with the goal of promoting both spiritual and mental well-being and creating communities of those with shared spiritual interests. Jewish Adoption and Family Care Options (JAFCO) 215 N. Presidential Blvd., second floor • Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004 610-525-1040 • Rebecca@jafco.org jafco.org/what-we-do/Northeast-communities JAFCO’s Family Strengthening Program offers the following free groups: STAR Group for siblings of children with autism and other special needs Support Group for Parents of children with special needs Improv-based Social Skills group for children with special needs Relative Caregiver Support Group Jewish Converts and Interfaith Network 1112 Hagys Ford Road Penn Valley, PA 19072 610-664-8112 • LenaRomanoff@yahoo.com • intermarriages.com Support group offering information, socialization and emotional support to people involved in conversion to Judaism and/or an interfaith relationship. Sponsors “Keruv” for interfaith couples. Individual counseling is also available. Jewish Family and Children’s Service of Greater Philadelphia 7901 Bustleton Ave., Berris Plaza, Suite 206 • Philadelphia, PA 19152 and: The Barbara & Harvey Brodsky Enrichment Center 345 Montgomery Ave. • Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004 • 267-314-0909 1-866-JFCS-NOW or 1-866-532-7669 • info@jfcsphilly.org • jfcsphilly.org Offers group support on various issues. Recent topics have included: illness and bereavement, family of someone with substance abuse, caregivers (including aging, illness, disability), TIPS (Transition, Independence, Passion, Socialization) for young adults with disabilities, parents of transgender children, separation and divorce, anger/stress management, hoarding disorder, anxiety, children’s socialization groups, marriage enrichment programs, interfaith issues, and LGBTQIA+ dynamics. Sharsheret 1-866-474-2774 or 201-833-2341 • Fax: 201-837-5025 info@sharsheret.org • sharsheret.org A national not-for-profit organization supporting women and their families, facing breast cancer. Fosters culturally relevant individualized connections with networks of peers, health professionals and related resources. Also provides educational resources, offers specialized support to those facing ovarian cancer. Creates programs for women and families to improve their quality of life. All programs are open to women and men. 94 THE GUIDE 2019/2020 Support Group for Parents of Adolescent & Adult Children Living with Addiction and Mental Health Diagnoses Living with Addiction and Related Brain Disease Rodeph Shalom, 615 N. Broad St. • Philadelphia, PA 19123 215-627-6747 • rabbimaderer@rodephshalom.org • rodephshalom.org Meets regularly to learn more about substance use and mental health disorders; share experiences/resources; and explore how to appropriately support our children. Anonymity respected. No affiliation with RS is necessary. No charge. All groups meet with strict adherence to confidentiality and anonymity. In addition: National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Family Support Group • fiebach@gmail.com A free, monthly meeting for caregiving of individuals with mental illness where family members can talk about their challenges and help one another through their learned wisdom. Led by trained NAMI volunteer facilitators. All groups meet with strict adherence to confidentiality and anonymity. Group meets at Rodeph Shalom. Connections Support Group • bflock22@gmail.com NAMI Connections is a support group program that offers respect, understanding, encouragement and hope for individuals living with mental illness and is led by trained NAMI volunteer facilitators. All groups meet with strict adherence to confidentiality and anonymity. Group meets at Rodeph Shalom. Support Groups for Seniors KleinLife • 10100 Jamison Ave. • Philadelphia, PA 19116 Group topics include: low vision and new vision, in partnership with Associated Services for the Blind and Visually Impaired; bereavement, with support from the Abramson Senior Care; and chronic disease self-management program, in partnership with PCA’s Help Yourself to Health program. VOCATIONAL SERVICES JEVS Human Services 1845 Walnut St., seventh floor • Philadelphia, PA 19103 215-854-1800 • Fax: 215-854-1880 • jevshumanservices.org Provides a variety of employment, skills training, vocational rehabilitation, substance abuse treatment and residential services to the Greater Philadelphia community. Americorps TechServ Scholars 1845 Walnut St., Suite 660 • Philadelphia, PA 19103 215-854-1847 • techserv@jevs.org A year-long opportunity for Philly youth (ages 17-24) who want to develop advanced knowledge in Information Technology and STEM. Career Strategies 2100 Arch St. • Philadelphia, PA 19103 215-854-1874 • Fax: 215-832-0701 • cs@jevs.org Offers a wide range of career services to help individuals who are unem- ployed, under-employed, new graduates or career changers work toward finding satisfying employment. Services include individual career consult- ing, career assessment, resume assistance, job search assistance, placement assistance, help with accessing community resources, workshops and more. Fee for service, with sliding fee scale offered to eligible participants. Career Solutions for 55+ 1617 John F. Kennedy Blvd., second floor • Philadelphia, PA 267-647-7137 • cs55@jevs.org A free service for Philadelphia residents ages 55 and over. Center for New Americans 2770 Red Lion Road • Philadelphia, PA 19114 215-728-4210 • Fax: 215-728-4227 • cna@jevs.org Offers refugees, asylees and victims of trafficking free services in the following areas: employment counseling, job development and job placement, job search and job retention workshops, Vocational English Language Training (VELT) and English as a Second Language (ESL) classes, computer skills classes, acculturation workshops, case manage- ment, and individualized assistance in developing and improving verbal language skills. Use of a driving simulator is also offered. Participants are served in Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery and Philadelphia counties. helpinghands Program 2100 Arch St. • Philadelphia, PA 19103 215-832-0878 • Fax: 215-832-0701 • cs@jevs.org Provides free career counseling services, vocational assessment and job-search assistance for eligible unemployed or under-employed Jewish adults in the Greater Phila­delphia area (under 65 years of age), who are facing financial hardship and are in need of improving their employment situation. hireAbility 441 N. Fifth St., second floor • Philadelphia, PA 19123 215-341-5626 • hireability@jevs.org Offers individuals with intellectual, mental health, physical or learning disabilities, as well as those living with chronic diseases, assistance in preparing for, finding and keeping competitive employment. Customized services include vocational assessments, career track identification, and job development, placement and coaching. Orleans Technical College 2770 Red Lion Road • Philadelphia, PA 19114 • 215-728-4700 info@orlieanstech.edu • OrleansTech.edu Offers career training and job search assistance in the building trades. High school diploma/GED and valid driver’s license required. Financial aid available for those who qualify. Project Success 441 N. Fifth St., second floor • Philadelphia, PA 19123 215-728-4452 • projectsuccess@jevs.org • jevshumanservices.org Offers young adults with Asperger’s syndrome or Pervasive Development Disorder (PDD) skills to transition to employment. A comprehensive approach supports these young adults through all phases of employment, including the development of socialization skills, one-on-one job development, job placement and job readiness. Vocational Research Institute (VRI) 1845 Walnut St., Suite 660 • Philadelphia, PA 19103 215-875-7387 or 1-800-874-5387 • Fax: 215-875-0198 • vri.org Develops and markets career assessment tools, including the CareerScope® interest and aptitude assessment. JEWISH EDUCATION The Greater Philadelphia area offers a wide variety of formal and informal Jewish educational experiences for Jews of all ages and levels — from toddlers to senior citizens and from vocational learners to graduate students. There are Jewish nursery-school programs in many synagogues; Jewish day schools, Jewish high schools, supplementary schools, many synagogue-based Sunday and afternoon schools, a college of Jewish studies, a rabbinical college, etc. Jewish Federation’s Mandell Education Campus, a 28-acre site in Melrose Park, is home to the Forman Center of the Raymond and Ruth Perelman Jewish Day School, Gratz College, a branch of Federation Early Learning Services, as well as Jewish Family and Children’s Service of Philadelphia. The 35-acre Jewish Federation Radnor Campus in Delaware County houses the Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy. It accommodates a wide variety of educational and programming activities. There are also oppor­tunities for Jewish education at many of the area’s colleges. Area synagogues and communal schools have educational programs for people of all ages. EDUCATIONAL SERVICES Education and Outreach Services Jewish Family and Children’s Service of Greater Philadelphia 1501 N. Broad St., Suite 14 • Philadelphia, PA 19122 and: The Barbara & Harvey Brodsky Enrichment Center 345 Montgomery Ave. • Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004 • 267-314-0909 1-866-JFCS-NOW • info@jfcsphilly.org • jfcsphilly.org Initiates research-based programs in collaboration with public and private schools, Jewish day schools, synagogues and other community organizations. Develops educational programs to help young people to handle the age specific challenges of alcohol, tobacco and other drugs, bullying, violence and sexual behavior, gambling prevention, substance abuse prevention, violence prevention, suicide prevention, anti­-bullying and building a healthy body image. JFCS also conducts workshops for parents, teachers and other professionals. Families Outside the Box 610-930-8778 • AyalaBCTVI@yahoo.com Parent-run support for families in the Philadelphia area who would have children with needs that are not currently met in the day school setting, so are enrolled elsewhere, or are home schooled. Provides parent-to-parent connections, periodic e-mails, a resource list of Jewish activities appropriate to day school families, a resource list of local Judaic tutors familiar with the day school curriculum, and cohort development. Gratz Advance Programs of Gratz College 7605 Old York Road • Melrose Park, PA 19027 215-635-7300, ext. 135 • gratzadvance@gratz.edu • gratz.edu/gratzadvance Offers local and national programs and services associated with Jewish education for teens and adults. NEXT: New EXcellent Teacher Training • gratz.edu/NEXT Strengthens the skills of professionals teaching in the Jewish community. Course topics and content reflect contemporary issues and best practices. • NEXT Online Learning: All courses are online and asynchronous, allowing participants to engage from anywhere at any time. These courses are offered free of cost to educators working in Jewish settings in Greater Philadelphia. • NEXT School-Based Professional Development: Professional development workshops customized to a specific supplementary school’s needs and offered free of cost to supplementary schools throughout Greater Philadelphia. • NEXT Mentorships: Individualized one-on-one professional development opportunities offered free of cost to supplementary school educators in Greater Philadelphia. Gratz Academy • gratz.edu/gratzacademy Offers college credit opportunities to teens at the location of existing high school programs and online. THE GUIDE 2019/2020 95 Jewish Learning Venture 261 Old York Road, Suite 720 • Jenkintown, PA 19027 215-320-0360 • info@jewishlearningventure.org • jewishlearningventure.org Jewish Education and Leadership Development (JELD) Offers congregational education directors opportunities to learn new skills and network around shared issues through conferences (Yom Limmud), single-session workshops and multi-part educational series, webinars, collaborative cross-congregational working groups and more. Harold and Renee Berger Network for Engaging Families with Young Children Encourages and supports congregations interested in developing and implementing systemic approaches to attract and engage Jewish families with young children to their congregation and to Jewish life. Provides grant monies to be used in the implementation of new initiatives. Whole Community Inclusion Provides workshops, consultation and resources to support Jewish organizations to make their educational and community programs more inclusive of individuals with special needs and their families. OROT Program 7601 Old York Road • Melrose Park, PA 19027 215-935-0020 • info@orotkids.org • orotkids.org A special needs initiative in the area Jewish day schools. In conjunction with host day schools, OROT personnel set policy, create and supervise programs, provide financial support and advocate for services provided to children with special needs. OROT and the host day schools seek to provide the best possible curriculum, within a supportive and inclusive environment. EARLY-CHILDHOOD EDUCATION Early child care and education in the Jewish community are available through Federation Early Learning Services. Other programs are under the auspices of synagogues or located in synagogues (operated by private owners) and in Jewish community centers. Federation Early Learning Services Myer and Rosaline Feinstein Campus 10700 Jamison Ave. • Philadelphia, PA 19116 215-676-7550 • Fax: 215-676-9498 info@FelsKids.org • FELSKids.org Provides state-licensed, NAEYC accredited and Keystone Stars top ranking early childhood centers for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, kindergartners and elementary school children in six centers and two public school locations throughout the Delaware Valley. FELS’ programs have received the highest attainable ratings by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Typically, enroll- ment is full-time, though part-week enrollment is available at some locations. Jewish programming is an integral part of the curriculum. Parents are viewed as partners and are encouraged to become actively involved in their child’s educa- tion. Parent associations organize educational, social and fundraising activities for the entire family. Financial assistance available; state subsidy accepted. Gutman Early Learning Center 7500 West Ave. • Melrose Park, PA 19027 215-635-5570, ext. 125 • Fax: 215-635-8155 • Gutman@FelsKids.org A nationally (NAEYC) accredited, Keystone STAR 4A credentialed, state licensed center. The center provides early childhood education for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and children transitioning to kindergar- ten. The program features a strong enrichment program which includes Hebrew lessons, Soccer Shots, sign language, creative movement and music, and more. Two snacks and lunch are provided. A summer camp with an in-ground pool and specialists is open to the community. 96 THE GUIDE 2019/2020 Kehillah Early Learning Center Congregation Ohev Shalom • 2 Chester Road • Wallingford, PA 610-872-0400 • Fax: 215-872-0557 • Kehillah@FelsKids.org A nationally (NAEYC) accredited, state-licensed program providing early childhood education for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and kindergarteners, offering more days than most other schools in Jewish environments. Two snacks are provided. A strong enrichment program includes Israeli dance, gymnastics, sign language lessons, music and Hebrew, and more. A summer camp with specialists and water play is open to the community. Kol Ami Early Learning Center 8201 High School Road • Elkins Park, PA 19027 215-635-4180 • Fax: 215-635-4186 • KolAmi@FELSKids.org A joint program of Federation Early Learning Center and Congregation Kol Ami providing early-childhood education programs to toddlers and preschoolers in a small group setting and offering more days than most other schools in Jewish environments. Two snacks are provided. Full day enrollment is 8am – 5pm except Fridays when closing is at 3pm in observance of Shabbat. Part week and part day options available. A secular curriculum is complemented by a Jewish curriculum integrating the syna- gogue’s rabbi, cantor and a Hebrew specialist. Fitness, sign language and special events enrich the year-round camp program. K’tonton Early Learning Center Congregation Beth El-Ner Tamid 715 Paxon Hollow Road • Broomall, PA 19003 610-325-4831 • Fax: 610-356-8091 • Ktonton@FelsKids.org A joint program of Federation Early Learning Center and Congregation Beth El-Ner Tamid that is nationally (NAEYC) accredited, Keystone STAR 4A credentialed and state licensed program that provides early childhood education for infants, toddlers and preschoolers. Provides part week or full-time options for most ages and more days than most other schools in Jewish environments. Two snacks are provided. Offers specialists, including Hebrew enrichment, Soccer Shots, kinetics, etc. A summer camp program open to the community includes sports, water play, specialists in Israeli dance, yoga, music, and more. Lassin Early Learning Center Myer and Rosaline Feinstein Campus 10800 Jamison Ave. • Philadelphia, PA 19116 215-677-7191 • Fax: 215-969-3502 • Lassin@FelsKids.org 
 A nationally (NAEYC) accredited, Keystone STAR 4A, state-licensed center providing early childhood education for infants, toddlers and preschoolers. Two snacks and lunch are provided. A summer camp with water play and specialists is open to the community. Paley Early Learning Center 2199 Strahle St. • Philadelphia, PA 19152 215-725-8930 • Fax: 215-742-2349 • Paley@FelsKids.org A nationally (NAEYC) accredited, state-licensed program providing early care and education for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and kinder- garten-aged children. Also offers an after school program for children ages 6 through 11 years old. This center has achieved a four-star rating through the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Keystone Stars Quality Initiative Program. Offers specialists including sign language, creative movement, music, computers and more. A summer-camp program with an Olympic-size pool, swim instruction and specialists is open to the community. Gan Simcha Program — Torah U’Mitzvos Two centers: 1) Gutman Center • 7500 West Ave., Melrose Park, PA 2) Paley Center • 2199 Strahle St., Philadelphia, PA Judaic program providing an Orthodox education with FRUM-degreed Lakewood teachers that prepares 3 and 4 year old children to excel in Jewish day schools. The program features an enrichment program offering activities like Soccer Shots, sign language, music. Orthodox dietary laws are observed. SYNAGOGUE-BASED EDUCATION PROGRAMS (Congregation) Beth Solomon Community Center Philadelphia • 215-671-1981 • cbscommunitycenter.com Orthodox • I, T, PS, ASC, SE, SHS, AE The following listings for educational programs for children in the Greater Philadelphia area was prepared by the (former) Jewish Information and Referral Service. Synagogue schools generally require family membership. KEY: I : Infant care (up to 12 months) T: Toddler (13 to 36 months) PS: Preschool (3 to 4 years) K: Kindergarten FELS: Federation Early Learning Service SE: Supplementary religious elementary SHS: Supplementary religious high school ASC: After-school care (K-6) SN: Special needs inclusion AE: Adult education classes Beth Tikvah-B’nai Jeshurun Adath Israel of the Main Line Har Zion Temple Merion • 610-934-1920 • adathisrael.org • Conservative I (10 months+), T (1 years plus), PS, K, SE, (LMAHH: SHS), SN, AE Penn Valley • 610-667-5000 • harziontemple.org Conservative • T, PS, K, SE, (LMAHH: SHS), SN, AE Congregation Adath Jeshurun Congregation Hesed Shel Emet Erdenheim • 215-836-5677 • btbj.org • Conservative I, T, PS, ASC, SE, SHS, ASC, SN, AE Temple Beth Zion-Beth Israel Philadelphia • 215-735-5148 • bzbi.org • Conservative • T, PS, SE, SHS, AE Temple Brith Achim King of Prussia • 610-337-2820 • brithachim.org • Reform • PS, K, SE, SHS Congregation Brothers of Israel Newtown • 215-579-2200 • cboi.org • Conservative • SE, SHS, AE Germantown Jewish Centre Philadelphia • 215-844-1507 • germantownjewishcentre.org Conservative • I, T, PS, K, SE, SHS, SN, AE Elkins Park • 215-635-1337 • adathjeshurun.info Conservative • I, T, PS, SE (JQuest), ASC, SHS, SN Pottstown • 610-326-1717 • hesedshelemet.org • Conservative • SE, AE Congregation B’nai Jacob Phoenixville • 610-933-5550 • congbj.org • Conservative • SE, AE New Hope • 215-862-1912 • kehilathanahar.org Reconstructing J • SE, SHS, SN, AE Congregation Beth Am Israel Reform Congregation Keneseth Israel Penn Valley • 610-667-1651 • bethamisrael.org • Conservative E, (LMAHH: SHS), SN Elkins Park • 215-887-8704 • kenesethisrael.org Reform I, T, PS, K, SE (JQuest), SHS, SN, AE Beth Chaim Reform Congregation Kesher Israel Congregation Malvern • 215-640-2147 • bethchaim.net • Reform • K, SE, SHS, AE Beiteinu Haverford • 484-432-0931 • beiteinu.org • Independent • SE, AE Bensalem Jewish Kollel and Outreach Center Bensalem, PA 19020 • 215-752-5032 • bjoc@bensalemoutreach.org Orthodox • PS, AE Beth David Reform Congregation Gladwyne • 610-649-0272 • bdavid.org • Reform • SE, SHS, AE Congregation Beth El of Lower Bucks County Yardley • 215-493-1707 • bethelyardley.org • Conservative • SE, SHS, SN, AE Congregation Beth El-Ner Tamid Broomall • 610-356-8700 • cbent.org • Conservative (FELS: I, T, PS), K, SE, SHS, SN Temple Beth Hillel/Beth El Kehilat HaNahar, The Little Shul by the River West Chester • 610-696-7210 • kesher-israel.org Conservative • T, PS, SE, SHS, SN, AE Congregation Kesher Israel Center City • 215-922-2095 • historickesherisrael.org • Independent • PS, SE, AE Congregation Kol Ami Elkins Park • 215-635-3110 • kolamielkinspark.org • Reform (FELS: T, PS), K, SE, SHS, SN, AE Congregation Kol Emet Yardley • 215-493-8522 • kolemet.org • Reconstructing J • T, PS, SE, SHS, AE Kol Tzedek Philadelphia • 267-629-2349 • kol-tzedek.org • Reconstructing J K, SE, SHS, SN, AE Main Line Reform Temple Wynnewood • 610-642-0304 • mlrt.org • Reform • T, PS, K, SE, SHS, SN, ASC, AE Wynnewood • 610-649-2277 • tbhbe.org • Conservative I, T, PS, K, SE, (LMAHH: SHS), ASC, SN, AE Mishkan Shalom Beth Israel Congregation of Chester County The Narberth Havurah Eagle • 610-458-8550 • bethisraelpa.org • Conservative T, PS, K, ASC (K), SE, SHS, AE Narberth, PA 19072 • narberthhavurah.org • Reconstructing J • SE Meets at the Brodsky Center (JFCS) in Bala Cynwyd. Congregation Beth Israel of Media Congregation Ohev Shalom Media • 610-566-4645 • bethisraelmedia.org • Reconstructing J • PS, K, SE, AE Wallingford • 610-874-1465 • ohev.net • Conservative •(FELS: I, PS, T), K, SE, AE Congregation Beth Or Ohev Shalom of Bucks County Manayunk • 215-508-0226 • mishkan.org • Reconstructing J • T, SE, SN, AE Maple Glen • 215-646-5806 • bethor.org • Reform I, T, PS, K, ASC, SE, SHS, SN, AE Richboro • 215-322-9595 • ohev.org • Conservative • I, T, PS, K, SE, SHS, SN, AE Beth Sholom Congregation Abington • 215-886-6030 • oyrtbetham.org • Reform • I, T, PS, K, SE, SHS, SN, AE Elkins Park • 215-887-3625 • bethsholomcongregation.org Conservative • I, T, PS, SE (JQuest), SHS, AE Old York Road Temple-Beth Am Congregation Or Ami Lafayette Hill • 610-828-1086 • or-ami.org • Reform I, T (3 to 36 months), PS, SE, SHS, SN, AE THE GUIDE 2019/2020 97 Or Hadash: A Reconstructionist Congregation Fort Washington • 215-283-0276 • orhadash.com • Reconstructing J SE, SHS, SN, AE Congregation Or Shalom Berwyn • 610-644-9086 • orshalom.com • Conservative • SE, AE Congregation Rodeph Shalom Philadelphia • 215-627-6747 • rodephshalom.org • Reform (Bright Horizons: I, T, PS, K) SE, SHS, SN, AE Congregations of Shaare Shamayim Northeast Philadelphia • 215-677-1600 • shaareshamayim.org • Traditional T, PS, K, SE, SN, AE Shir Ami Newtown • 215-968-6255 • shiraminow.org • Reform • I (>6 weeks), T (12-23 mos), PS, K, SE, SHS, SN, AE Society Hill Synagogue Philadelphia • 215-922-6590, ext. 29 • societyhillsynagogue.org • Conservative T, PS, SE, SHS Temple Judea of Bucks County Doylestown • 215-348-5022 • templejudea.org • Reform • T, PS, K, SE, SHS, AE Temple Sholom in Broomall Broomall • 610-356-5165 • temple-sholom.org • Reform • I (>3 months), T, PS, SE, SHS, SN, AE Temple Sinai Dresher • 215-643-7626 • tsinai.com • Conservative • I, T, PS, SE, SHS, SN, AE Congregation Tiferes B’nai Israel Warrington • 215-343-0155 • tbiwarrington.org • Independent • SE, SHS, AE Tiferet Bet Israel Blue Bell • 610-275-6839 • tbibluebell.org • Conservative (FELS: I, T, PS), SE, SHS, SN, AE Congregation Tifereth Israel of Lower Bucks County Bensalem • tiferethisraelpa.org • 215-752-3468 • Conservative • T, PS, SE, SHS, ASC, AE OTHER EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION PROGRAMS Early Learning at Beth Sholom Congregation 8231 Old York Road • Elkins Park, PA 19027 215-887-3625, ext. 223 • Fax: 215-887-6605 bethsholomcongregation.org/preschool Preschool that provides infant and toddler care, Traditional and Montessori options. Special classes in Music, Gym, Hebrew, Soccer and Mandarin are offered weekly along with a Shabbat program. Families are able to choose the program that works best for their child. Early Learning is a Keystone 4 Star program, the highest rating in Pennsylvania. Gan Chabad 7620 Castor Ave. • Philadelphia PA 19152 215-695-0399 • theganchild.org Keystone Stars licensed daycare. Offers extended care, and care for children ages 6 weeks and up. Chabad/Lubavitch Centers Many other local Chabad/Lubavitch Centers offer Early Childhood Education programs. Please find a list of Chabad/Lubavitch Centers on page 108. 98 THE GUIDE 2019/2020 Robert J. Wilf Preschool and Kindergarten at the Kaiserman JCC 45 Haverford Road • Wynnewood, PA 19096 • 610-896-7770, x118 afoster@phillyjcc.com • phillyjcc.com Offers childcare for infants through accredited Kindergarten classes. The program includes swim lessons, gym, music class, Israeli dance, weekly Shabbat celebration and more. Jewish heritage, values and traditions are celebrated. Tuition includes a family membership to the JCC. DAY SCHOOLS Abrams Hebrew Academy 31 W. College Ave. • Yardley, PA 19067 215-493-1800 • Fax: 215-493-1165 • info@abramsonline.org • abramsonline.org Coeducational community Jewish day school for students from all Jewish backgrounds in nursery school through eighth grade. Dual secular and Jewish studies curriculum. Albert Einstein Academy 101 Garden of Eden Road • Wilmington, DE 19803 302-478-5026 • Fax: 302-478-0664 •info@EinsteinDay.org •.EinsteinDay.org Coeducational day school located in the Brandywine Valley for students in kindergarten through fifth grade. Curriculum of Jewish and general studies. Caskey Torah Academy of Greater Philadelphia 742 Argyle Road • Wynnewood, PA 19096 610-642-7870 • Fax: 610-642-2265 • ientin@TAPhila.org • TAPhila.org Orthodox day school for students from nursery school through eighth grade. Cheder Chabad 276 S. Bryn Mar Ave. • Bryn Mawr, PA 19010 610-520-1480 • office@chederphiladelphia.org • chederphiladelphia.org Based on the Chabad educational model, day school for children pre-k to 8th grade. Dual curriculum of Judaic and general studies. Foxman Torah Institute 31 Maple Ave. • Cherry Hill, N.J. 08002 856-482-8230 • Fax: 856-482-8235 • office@ftiyeshiva.org • ftiyeshiva.org Orthodox high school for boys, grades nine through 12. Advanced learning and college preparatory dual curriculum, plus a full-time post-high school Bais Medrash program. Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy 272 S. Bryn Mawr Ave. • Bryn Mawr, PA 19010 610-922-2300 • jgroen@JBHA.org • JBHA.org Coeducational day school for students in grades six to 12 from all Jewish backgrounds. Dual curriculum of college preparatory and Jewish studies. Kellman Brown Academy 1007 Laurel Oak Road • Voorhees, NJ 08043 856-679-2929 • Fax: 856-679-2928 • kellmanbrownacademy.org A Community Day School for children 18 months through eighth grade. Provides transportation to South Jersey for Center City Philadelphia students. Kohelet Yeshiva 223 N. Highland Ave. • Merion Station, PA 19066 610-667-2020 • Fax: 610-667-2223 office@koheletyeshiva.org • koheletyeshiva.org Modern Orthodox K-12 yeshiva day school serving boys and girls. Progressive elementary and middle schools. College preparatory high school. Kosloff Torah Academy High School for Girls 50 Montgomery Ave. • Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004 610-660-5010•Fax: 610-667-5005•info@ktahs.org • ktahs.org The only all-girls Orthodox Jewish High School in the Philadelphia area. College Preparatory, grades nine through 12. Mesivta High School of Greater Philadelphia 314 Levering Mill Road • Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004 610-617-9200 • info@TheMesivta.org • TheMesivta.org Orthodox high school for boys, grades nine through 12. Torah learning and college preparatory dual curriculum. Mesivta Yesodei Yisroel 7607 Old York Road • Elkins Park, PA 19027 732-668-7152 • MesivtaYesodeiYisroel@gmail.com Orthodox Boys High School, ninth through 12th grade. Philadelphia Hebrew Public Charter School 3300 Henry Ave. • Philadelphia, PA 19129 267-225-1511 • info@philadelphiahebrewpublic.org philadelphiahebrewpublic.org Opening Fall 2019. Serving students in kindergarten and 1st grade. A free, public charter school open to all age-eligible students residing in Philadelphia. Instruction in modern hebrew, and the integration of global citizenship competencies. Politz Hebrew Academy of Philadelphia 9225 Old Bustleton Ave. • Philadelphia, PA 19115 215-969-5960 • Fax: 215-969-1037 info@politzhebrewacademy@org • politzhebrewacademy.org Orthodox day school for students in kindergarten through eighth grade. Jewish and general studies. Politz Day School of Cherry Hill 720 Cooper Landing Road • Cherry Hill, NJ 08002 856-667-1013 • Fax: 859-667-2010 • Office@politz.org • politz.org Modern Orthodox day school for students in nursery school through eighth grade. Jewish and general studies. Raymond and Ruth Perelman Jewish Day School Administrative office: Robert Saligman Campus 49 Haverford Road • Wynnewood, PA 19096 610-658-2518 • Fax: 215-658-2922 • pjds.org A Prizmah—Jewish Day School Network affiliated Jewish day school on two campuses for students in junior kindergarten through fifth grade. Curriculum of General and Jewish Studies. Includes: Junior Kindergarten Hebrew Immersion Program—Hebrew immersive program for children age 4-5. Full day and before and after school care Forman Center — Mandell Education Campus 7601 Old York Road • Melrose Park, PA 19027 215-635-3130 • Fax: 215-635-3136 • pjds.org Stern Center — Robert Saligman Campus 49 Haverford Road • Wynnewood, PA 19096 610-658-2518 • Fax: 215-658-2922 • pjds.org BEFORE- AND AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAMS Federation Early Learning Services (FELS) Paley Early Learning Center 215-725-8930, ext. 152 • Paley@FelsKids.org • FELSkids.org For children enrolled in the J. Hampton Moore and Louis Farrell Elementary Schools, charter and private schools. KidsTime Kaiserman JCC • 45 Haverford Road • Wynnewood, PA 19096 610-896-7770, ext. 121 • kidstime@phillyjcc.com • phillyjcc.com Education-based program for kindergarten through fifth grader from elementary schools located in Lower Merion and Haverford School Districts. Staff helps students with their homework and leads them in enrichment activities including sports, science, art, film making and cooking. All KidsTime activities incorporate Jewish content and Jewish values. Children are transported to the JCC directly from their elementary school by van, have supervised free play, are given a nutritious snack and then have the opportunity to work on their homework and participate in the schedule of enrichment activities. When the area school districts are closed, the JCC also offers a range of special J-Day programs to accommodate the needs of working families. KidSpace KleinLife: Northeast Philadelphia 10100 Jamison Ave. • Philadelphia, PA 19116 215-698-7300, ext. 156 • clane@kleinlife.org • KleinLife.org Activities include: homework help, swimming once a week, art club, dance club, baking club, snack, computer club, board games, and sports & sports leagues. Transportation to and from school available. Stays open during school closings and during early dismissal days. CCIS accepted. Makom Community 2013 Sansom St. • Philadelphia, PA 19103 484-278-1335 • beverly@makomcommunity.org • makomcommunity.org Enrichment center which provides afterschool experiential Jewish education for children ages 4 to 10, including pickup from area schools. Afternoon program includes a snack, child-led projects, Tfilah: prayer, music, and movement, and homework support. Open Monday through Friday 3-6 p.m., with additional hours when school dismiss early or are closed. Flexible schedules. Every week concludes with a family Shabbat celebration. Talmudical Yeshiva of Philadelphia 6063 Drexel Road • Philadelphia, PA 19131 • 215-477-1000 • Fax: 215-477-5065 Haredi Litvish yeshiva offering high school and post high school programs for Orthodox students. THE GUIDE 2019/2020 99 OTHER YOUTH EDUCATION PROGRAMS Chabad Hebrew School Chabad Lubavitch Jewish Center in Abington 515 Meetinghouse Road, Rydal, PA 19046 267-536-5757 • Rabbi@jewishabington.com • JewishAbington.com Supplementary program that is geared to Jewish students ages 5 through 13 who attend public schools or private schools. The curriculum includes Alef Bet study and Hebrew reading, Jewish holiday traditions, and hand-on educational experiences. Chabad/Lubavitch Centers Many local Chabad/Lubavitch Centers have Youth Education Programs/ Hebrew School programs. Please find a list of Chabad/Lubavitch Centers on page 108 AJC Leaders For Tomorrow (LFT) AJC Philadelphia/Southern New Jersey 1600 Market St., Suite 1820, Philadelphia, PA 19103 215-665-2300 • philadelphia@ajc.org or LFT@ajc.org Education program for high school students designed to ensure that when students graduate from LFT, they finish high school and enter college with the knowledge and confidence to form broad advocacy coalitions, speak out against anti-Semitism, foster meaningful dialogue around Israel, and serve as positive change agents for their peers and communities. Optional activities include Washington D.C. visits to advocate on Capitol Hill and meet with government officials. A Certificate of Completion is awarded at the conclusion of the program. Hebrew Helpers 310-717-4200 • info@hebrewhelpers.com • hebrewhelpers.com Provides personalized Jewish education and Bar/ Bat Mitzvah preparation for students of all Jewish backgrounds and affiliations. Hebrew Helpers connects families and communities with Bar/ Bat Mitzvah Mentors and Officiants, who tailor Jewish learning to each individual family’s needs. In addition to Bar/ Bat Mitzvah preparation, we teach Hebrew language and general Jewish studies to children and adults. Hebrew Helpers works with each family to plan the details of the Bar/ Bat Mitzvah service, including creating the structure, choosing the officiant, hiring musicians, arranging for personalized prayer books and the use of a Torah. Israeli American Council Kaiserman JCC • 45 Haverford Road • Wynnewood, PA 19096 267-515-3270 • Philadelphia@israeliamerican.org israeliamerican.org/philadelphia Keshet Programs offer a comprehensive approach to building an engaged community through a connection to Israel, Hebrew language, Israeli culture and Jewish values. Programs include: Keshet for children ages 4 through 7; KeshetTot for children ages 1 through 3.5; Cook and Book for children ages 6 through 10; and Keshet Tech for children ages 9 through 13. Eitanim offers a leadership and entrepreneurship project-based program for middle and high school students. The program allows students to connect, explore, and experience Israel while preparing for college and developing professional skills. The program includes 10 mandatory sessions and an optional summer summit (at additional cost). All sessions of the program are held in English. 100 THE GUIDE 2019/2020 Jewish Children’s Folkshul of Greater Philadelphia P.O. Box 17 • Wyncote, PA 19095 215-248-1550 • Folkshul@folkshul.org • folkshul.org Offers weekly Sunday morning classroom programs for kindergarten through ninth grade students and monthly Sunday Fundays programs for pre-school- ers and their families. Offers a personalized student-driven Bar/Bat Mitzvah program that features an approach to coming of age with an emphasis on Jewish identity. A Leadership Program for 10th through 12th grade high school students, continues with experiential learning as student’s serve as classroom and community paid assistants. Meets at Springside Chestnut Hill Academy, 8000 Cherokee St. • Philadelphia, PA 19118. Jewish Community High School of Gratz College 7605 Old York Road • Melrose Park, PA 19027 215-635-7300, ext. 135 • Fax: 215-635-7320 • gratz.edu/jchs A Sunday morning Jewish educational program, taught from a pluralistic perspective, for teens in grades 8-12. JCHS collaborates with area partners, such as synagogues, youth groups, and Jewish organizations, to provide enriching and engaging Jewish learning opportunities. JOLT: Jewish Online Learning for Teens • gratz.edu/JOLT Offers a variety of Jewish Studies and Hebrew courses for 8th through 12th graders. JOLT teens connect with other high school students from around the world, deepen their Jewish knowledge and engagement, fulfill high school foreign language requirements, earn teaching certificates and college credit, and enhance their resumes and college applications. JQuest B’Yachad Old York Road • Melrose Park, PA 19027 215-887-8704 • admin@jquest.org • JQuest.org An elementary school Hebrew education program for families of Congregation Adath Jeshurun, Beth Sholom Congregation and Reform Congregation Keneseth Israel. Families who have students in grades K-4 and who are not yet affiliated with a synagogue are welcome to attend JQuest B’Yachad for one year. After that time families are asked to join one of the partnership synagogues. JQuest B’Yachad is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all families, respecting and welcoming equally all learning styles, races, sexual orientation, gender identities, family structures, and religious backgrounds. KI Quest Noar — Educational program for teens in seventh through 10th grades from Reform Congregation Keneseth Israel (KI). Provides teens a place to discuss, questions and debate their Jewish heritage and its values. Courses are not only based on a given topic, they provide opportunities in art, music, cooking and more all with Jewish role models. Jewish Sunday Children’s Program KleinLife: Northeast Philadelphia 10100 Jamison Ave. • Philadelphia, PA 19116 215-698-7300 x175 • Fax: 215-673-7447 • vfaykin@kleinlife.org • kleinlife.org For children ages 3 to 12 to explore Jewish culture, history, holidays, tradi- tions and the Hebrew language through interactive games, stories, music, art and trips. Lasko College Prep Program JEVS Youth Internship Program 2100 Arch St.• Philadelphia, PA 19103 215-832-0876 • LaskoCollege@jevs.org • jevshumanservices.org/lasko-program A yearlong program for eligible Jewish high school juniors interested in attend- ing four-year colleges or universities. Students will receive a summer internship with a local Jewish nonprofit. Financial award upon completion of program. Offers SAT and ACT preparation; college guidance; financial aid counseling; visits to local colleges; meaningful group activities with other Jewish students, including a mitzvah project; and mentoring by college students participating in the Franklin C. Ash Summer Internship Program. Levi Bible Academy (LBA) Community Torah Center of Bucks County 944 Second St. Pike, Front Building • Richboro, PA 18954 215-485-5755 • Fax: 267-284-1267 • suri@jewishbucks.org • JewishBucks.org Non-affiliated family education organization dedicated to the furtherance of Jewish identity and heritage through positive learning experiences. Lower Merion Area Hebrew High (LMAHH) 610-667-5000, ext. 150 • neinhorn.lmahh@gmail.com facebook.com/LMAHH610 Program developed by four Conservative synagogues in the Lower Merion area: Adath Israel, Congregation Beth Am Israel, Temple Beth Hillel-Beth El and Har Zion Temple. Open to other interested congregations, as well as teens who are not currently members of a synagogue. Mekom Torah Teens P.O. Box 178 • Swarthmore, PA 19081 • 610-368-4065 info@mekomtorah.org • mekomtorah.org Cross-denominational Jewish learning project comprised of a collaboration with Congregation Beth Israel of Media, Congregation Ohev Shalom of Wallingford, and the Reconstructionist Rabbinical College. The high school program is for high school juniors and seniors, some family programming, and adult study options. Programs are in Delaware County and in Center City. Micah Initiate 6:8 215-579-2200 • Micahinitiative@gmail.com Program for 11th and 12th graders to maintain a Jewish connection and to socialize, discuss issues and have meaningful experiences with Jewish peers. Initiated by the Bucks County Rabbis and Cantors Council in partnership with local synagogues. Two year program that meets six times per year at rotating locations. Reta Emerson Fellowship-Teen Assistant Program Jewish Learning Venture 261 Old York Road, Suite 720 • Jenkintown, PA 19027 215-320-0378 • Fax: 215-635-8946 info@jewishlearningventure.org • jewishlearningventure.org. Education initiative through which a group of selected high school students are trained and mentored to assist children with special needs and those experienc- ing difficulty in congregational classroom settings. Beginning with a week-long intensive training, and continuing monthly through the school year, teens study, learn skills, work in classrooms in their congregations, and reflect with one another about their experiences. Teen Programs Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia 2100 Arch St. • Philadelphia, PA 19103 • jewishphilly.org Two programs for teens: Teen Giving Project • 215-832-0516 • tswed@jewishphilly.org An eight-month long curriculum about philanthropy that will expand teens understanding of Jewish giving. By the end of the program, the teens are expected to raise and allocate real-life grant money. Diller Teen Fellows • 215-832-0823 • teenprograms@jewishphilly.org An experiential learning, traveling and growth experience for 10th and 11th graders. The program aims to build the next generation of Jewish leaders; to inspire and empower a global network of teens and equip them with the skills, confidence, knowledge and Jewish values they need to help create a better world. SCHOLARSHIP FUNDS Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia 2100 Arch St. • Philadelphia, PA 19103 • jewishphilly.org/resources/scholarships/day-school-scholarships/ jewishphilly.org/resources/scholarships/endowed-scholarship-and-loan-funds/ Day School Per-Capital Pool Need-based scholarship funding to students at Abrams Hebrew Academy, Cheder Chabad, Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy, Kohelet Yeshiva High School, Mesivta High School, Politz Hebrew Academy, Raymond and Ruth Perelman Jewish Day School, Kosloff Torah Academy Girls High School, Caskey Torah Academy and the OROT special needs program. Funds are distributed directly to schools through a weighted, per capita formula that accounts for the number of students enrolled, the grade level of the students and the capacity of the school to meet the total scholarship needs of its student body. Schools are responsible for determining need and distributing aid. Foundation for Jewish Day Schools: Educational Tax Credit Programs 215-832-0525 • ematz@jewishphilly.org Provides need-based scholarships to students attending 10 Jewish day schools, including a special needs initiative and dozens of local Jewish preschools by raising money through the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania’s Educational Improvement Tax Credit (EITC) program and the Opportunity Scholarship Tax Credit (OSTC) program. The Foundation is a partnership with the Jewish Federation. Families interested in applying for scholarships should contact the school directly for information. Individuals interested in receiving a PA tax credit through their business or personal state taxes, and contribute to this scholarship fund, should contact Ellen Horowitz Matz. Keren Chinuch Scholarship Fund A need-based scholarship program for Jewish children attending supple- mentary schools at synagogues and other programs throughout Greater Philadelphia. Funds are distributed to qualified schools based on enrollment. Schools are responsible for determining need and distributing aid. Post-Graduate Educational Loan & Scholarship Funds 215-832-0528 • jbrier@jewishphilly.org Annual educational loans and scholarships for the following programs: Albert Strickler Memorial Fund-for medical students Samuel F. and Sara G. Feinman Fund-for medical and law students Margaret R. Rice Music Scholarship Fund-for female students pursuing their education in the study of music, in college or graduate school Ida Foreman Fleisher Fund for women pursuing a graduate degree. THE GUIDE 2019/2020 101 COLLEGES ADULT & FAMILY EDUCATION Feinstein Center for American Jewish History Aish Chaim Temple University • 916 Gladfelter Hall • 1115 W. Berks St. • Philadelphia, PA 215-204-9553 • Fax: 215-204-5891 feinsteincenter@temple.edu • cla.temple.edu/feinsteincenter Promotes the study of the American Jewish experience in America, and sponsors conferences, symposia, fellowships, publications and public events devoted to understanding the multiple dimensions of American Jewish experience in the U.S. The Feinstein Center is part of Temple University’s Department of History in the College of Liberal Arts. Gratz College Mandell Education Campus • 7605 Old York Road • Melrose Park, PA 19027 215-635-7300 • Fax: 215-635-7399 • admissions@gratz.edu • gratz.edu Provides a pluralistic education for students online and on campus. Gratz offers doctoral, graduate and undergraduate degree and certificate programs, as well as learning opportunities for adults and teens. Gratz College has two doctoral programs: Doctor of Holocaust and Genocide Studies (Ph.D.) and Doctor of Education in Leadership (Ed.D.), and graduate degrees in Education (MAEd), Holocaust and Genocide Studies, Interfaith Leadership, Jewish Professional Studies, Jewish Communal Service, Jewish Studies, and Nonprofit Management, and a new master’s degree in Camp Administration and Leadership. Graduate certificates are offered in all graduate majors. Undergraduate certificates/degrees are offered in Jewish Education, Jewish Studies, and Jewish Professional Studies. Gratz offers adult Jewish learning programs and lectures as well as credit and noncredit courses in Hebrew and Yiddish. Gratz College offers CLE courses for attorneys on campus. The Tuttleman library contains extensive holdings such as a music library and Holocaust Oral History Archive. Jewish Studies Program at University of Pennsylvania 711 Williams Hall • 255 S. 36th St. • Philadelphia, PA 19104 215-898-6654 • Fax: 215-573-6026 • jsp-info@sas.upenn.edu ccat.sas.upenn.edu/jwst A program reflective of the full range of the Jewish experience as well as different approaches to studying Jewish life and culture. Students of all backgrounds are welcome to take courses and participate in the programs. Courses may be taken as electives, or students can develop a major or minor course of study in any one of four different Jewish Studies tracks. The program also offers opportunities for outside the classroom learning experiences. Reconstructionist Rabbinical College 1299 Church Road • Wyncote, PA 19095 • 215-576-0800 • info@rrc.edu • rrc.edu Rabbinical training institute of the Reconstructing Judaism movement which trains rabbis for service in congregations, campuses, chaplaincy settings and social justice organizations. Offers studies in Judaism as an evolving religious civilization. 345 Montgomery Ave. • P.O. Box 834 • Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004 610-668-9600 • BinyominDavis@gmail.com • aishchaim.com/ Provides educational programs for Jews of all backgrounds. Programs include Friday Night services, weekly classes, women’s division, High Holiday services, seminars, teen and singles events. ALEPH: Alliance for Jewish Renewal P.O. Box 35118 • Philadelphia, PA 19128 215-247-9700 • Fax: 215-247-9703 • soojim@aleph.org • aleph.org Transdenominational, spirituality and Tikkun Olam-focused Jewish learning organization. Offers ordination program for rabbinic, cantorial, spiritual direction and rabbinic pastors. For clergy and lay learners offers retreats, training programs, distance-learning classes, publications and referrals to local Jewish Renewal communities. Beiteinu P.O. Box 231 • Haverford, PA 19041 • 484-432-0931 or 215-309-2883 rabbi@beiteinu.org • beiteinu.org A non-denominational community that encourages study, prayer and service to the Jewish community and to all those who wish to learn Jewish teaching. Provides a meaningful experience, in a non-judgmental and caring environ- ment along with a special sense of belonging, for all people who support Jewish life. Has learning groups for all ages in various parts of the city (Lafayette Hill, Lansdale, Morristown NJ) and private classes. Bensalem Jewish Kollel and Outreach Center Kehillas B’nai Shalom • 2446 Bristol Road • Bensalem, PA 19020 215-752-5032 • Fax: 215-752-2340 Moshe@bensalemoutreach.org • bensalemoutreach.org Educational center for Jewish studies for Jews of all backgrounds. Programs of special interest to women are also offered. Bucks County Hebrew School — A Family Partnership Program in which parents can study in a simultaneous class as their children. Parents who take advantage of this opportunity can receive almost complete scholarships to cover the cost of their childrens’ Hebrew School education. No synagogue membership required. Reconstructionist Rabbinical College 1299 Church Road • Wyncote, PA 19095 215-576-0800 • Fax: 215-576-6143 • info@rrc.edu • rrc.edu Offers high-level courses in Jewish history, thought, text and practice for rabbinical students, Jewish professionals and interested lay people. Community Torah Center of Bucks County 944 Second St. Pike, Front Building • Richboro, PA 18954 215-485-5755 • Fax: 267-284-1267 • rabbi@jewishbucks.org • JewishBucks.org An organization created to give Jews from all backgrounds and affiliations the opportunity to learn and experience Jewish life. Offers programs for every age group, from young children and adolescents through adults. Congregation Beth Solomon — CBS Community Center 198 Tomlinson Road • Philadelphia, PA 19116 215-671-1981 • Fax: 215-671-8007 • cbscommunitycenter.com Educational opportunities for all ages, camps and a kollel for adult education. Also fosters outreach to the Russian immigrant community. Chelkeinu Initiative chelkeinu@chelkeinu.org • chelkeinu.org Runs programming in Northeast Philadelphia and along the Old York Road corridor. 102 THE GUIDE 2019/2020 Gratz College Adult Jewish Learning Jewish Learning Venture Herbert D. Katz Center for Advanced Judaic Studies at the University of Pennsylvania Jewish Relationships Initiative 7605 Old York Road • Melrose Park, PA 19027 215-635-7300, ext. 182 • Fax: 215-635-7399 • lcohen@gratz.edu • gratz.edu Offers courses for adults in the community who enjoy learning with instructors who are experts in their fields. Subjects include history: literature; theology, ethics, Torah and ancient texts Israel and the Middle E.; Jewish music, art and film and more. Also offers Hebrew and Yiddish language classes for all levels. Classes are located in Melrose Park and Center City. Distinguished Scholar Lectures are open to the community (including the Shusterman and Stern community lectures), continuing legal education, as well as trips, films and programs. Monthly “Lunch and Learns” round out the offerings. Also: One Book, One Jewish Community (OBOJC) — Connecting people one book at a time. Community-wide Jewish literacy program. Each year, Gratz College develops resource materials about the selected book, and partners with synagogues and agencies that adopt OBOJC as a vehicle for discussing, and studying and celebrating the book, as well as the values and issues raised in it. 420 Walnut St. • Philadelphia, PA 19106 • 215-238-1290 • Fax: 215-238-1540 sas-katzcenter@sas.upenn.edu • katz.sas.upenn.edu Post-doctoral research center whose studies concentrate on Jewish civilization in all its historical and cultural manifestations. The Center’s fellows, who are visiting scholars from around the globe, address local congregations and schools with talks and lectures about their areas of expertise. Institute for Jewish Ethics 215-782-8878 • IJE@IJEthics.org • IJEthics.org Offers classes, seminars and guidance on Jewish ethics and an outlook for living. Open to people of all backgrounds. PA accredited provider of Continuing Legal Education. Jerusalem U 888-515-5292 • TDworkin@jerusalemu.org • JerusalemU.org Creates and distributes innovative feature films and film-based educational programs with the goal of making young Jews feel proud of being Jewish and connected to Israel. Jewish Children’s Folkshul and Adult Community P.O. Box 17 • Wyncote, PA 19095 • 215-248-1550 Meets at Springside Chestnut Hill Academy • 8000 Cherokee St. • Philadelphia, PA 19118 folkshul@folkshul.org • folkshul.org An inclusive, secular, humanistic, life-long engaged learning community that invites all who identify as Jewish and/or who choose to learn and participate in its range of Jewish inspired programs. The curriculum includes topics such as: Jewish holidays, social action/justice, life cycles, ethics, history, music, dance, and literature for all ages. Offers weekly Sunday morning classroom programs for kindergarten through ninth grade students and monthly Sunday Fundays programs for pre-schoolers and their families. Offers a personalized student-driven Bar/Bat Mitzvah program that features an approach to coming of age with an emphasis on Jewish identity. A Leadership Program for 10th through 12th grade high school students, continues with experiential learning as student’s serve as classroom and community paid assistants. The Folkshul offers community holiday and life cycle events. There is an Adult Community that hosts Sunday morning lectures, holiday celebrations, social justice actions and events, as well as a Restaurant Club and other off-site activities. The Pavilion • 261 Old York Road, Suite 720 • Jenkintown, PA 19046 215-320-0360 • Fax: 215-635-8946 info@jewishlearningventure.org • jewishlearningventure.org jkidphilly connects families with infants and young children up to age 12 to the people, happenings, resources and voices of our Jewish community through programs, and relationship-building activities. The website includes a community calendar of events and programs, holiday resources and a searchable directory for schools and early-childhood education programs. lrubin@jewishlearningventure.org PJ Library and PJ Our Way supports families on their Jewish journey by sending Jewish-content books and music on a monthly basis to children ages 6 months to 11 years living in the Greater Philadelphia area. The program is funded by Harold Grinspoon Foundation, Jewish Learning Venture, Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia and private donors. 484-679-6402 • JewishRelationshipsInitiative@gmail.com JewishRelationshipsInitiative.com Dedicated to outreach and engagement. Connecting, teaching and carrying out Jewish life-cycle events. LifeLong Learning Program KleinLife • 10100 Jamison Ave. • Philadelphia, PA 19116 • 215-698-7300 kleinlife.org and: KleinLife: Montgomery County • 7763 Old York Road, Elkins Park, PA 215-635-5244 • kleinlifemc.org Offers adult-education classes on diverse subjects, trips, cultural and educational programming, and other activities of interest to adults and senior adults. Lubavitch/Chabad Centers Open to all Jews. Provides Shabbat and holiday programs, educational programs, celebrations and other religious observances geared to children, adults and families. See other Chabad/Lubavitch organizations in the chapter on Religious Life. Mekom Torah P.O. Box 178 • Swarthmore, PA 19081 • 610-368-4065 info@mekomtorah.org • mekomtorah.org Cross-denominational Jewish learning project comprised of a collaboration with Congregation Beth Israel of Media, Congregation Ohev Shalom of Wallingford, and the Reconstructionist Rabbinical College. The high school program is for high school juniors and seniors, some family programming, and adult study options. Programs are in Delaware County and in Center City. Moving Traditions 8380 Old York Road, Suite 4300 • Elkins Park, PA 19027 215-887-4511 • info@movingtraditions.org • moving­traditions.org Creates experiences that inspire Jewish teens to explore fundamental questions of identity and society. The programs help teens reach their potential by connecting relevant content with enduring Jewish values, and by fostering positive peer-to-peer relationships through trained mentors. Programs include: Rosh Hodesh, Shevet Achim, transgender/nonbinary online group, b’nai mitzvah group, and @13 podcasts. THE GUIDE 2019/2020 103 The New Shul 215-385-0778 • info@ newshulofamerica.org • facebook.com/groups/ TheNewShulPhilly An emerging community, from all streams of Jewish life, dedicated to building something new with the study of the Jewish story as its guide. Philadelphia Community Kollel 364 Montgomery Ave. • Merion Station, PA 19066 610-668-9557 • Fax: 610-668-9558 office@phillykollel.org • phillykollel.org Educational center for Jewish studies. Open all day, with sessions for guided Torah study afternoons and evenings, seven days a week. Rabbi Morris Goodblatt Academy Classes located in Greater Philadelphia area, NJ and DE 732-841-4876 • Goodblattacademy@gmail.com.org • Goodblattacademy.org Offers an introduction to Judaism course designed for those who are curious about Judaism and want to know more. The academy serves as the training institution, under the auspices of the Rabbinical Assembly of Philadelphia, for those considering conversion to Judaism or for non-Jews sharing their lives with Jews. Those who intend to convert are mentored from the outset by local Conservative rabbis. Classes are offered weekly over a period of 23 weeks at various satellite locations throughout the Greater Philadelphia region. Those who enroll will gain an understanding of Jewish history, culture, holidays, life cycle and practice. In addition, five holiday-themed gatherings will allow participants from all locations to meet and celebrate together. (Congregation) Raim Ahuvim 5854 Drexel Road • Philadelphia, PA 19131 215-473-4502 • rabbi@raimahuvim.org • raimahuvim.org The Austro-Hungarian Chevra in Philadelphia. Union for Reform Judaism Introduction to Judaism Program 212-452-6745 • reformjudaism.org/learning Offers courses for anyone interested in exploring Judaism interfaith couples, those considering conversion, and Jews looking for adult-level basics. RELIGIOUS LIFE The Jewish community of Greater Philadelphia benefits from a wide diversity of synagogues available. Nevertheless, all synagogues share a common mission and fulfill a common function: to preserve Jewish religious and communal traditions, not merely as a valuable heritage, but as a vital way of life. The function is to provide a setting in which observance, education and commitment can be carried out with other members of the community. SYNAGOGUES, HAVURAHS AND MINYANS KEY: C : Conservative C-USCJ: United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism I: Independent O: Orthodox R: Reform R-URJ: Union for Reform Judaism RJ: Reconstructing Judaism T: Traditional Adath Israel of the Main Line 250 N. Highland Ave. • Merion Station, PA 19066 610-934-1919 • Fax: 610-664-0959 info@adathisrael.org • adathisrael.org • (C-USCJ) (Congregation) Adath Jeshurun 7763 Old York Road • Elkins Park, PA 19027 215-635-6611 • Fax: 215-635-6165 • adathjeshurun.info • (C-USCJ) (Congregation) Ahavas Torah 1425 Rhawn St. • Philadelphia, PA 19111 215-725-3610 • rabbi@ahavastorah.org • ahavas-torah.org • (O) Aish Chaim Village Shul 345 Montgomery Ave. • Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004 610-668-9600 • phila@.com • phila.com • (T) (Historic Congregation) B’nai Abraham 527 Lombard St. • Philadelphia, PA 19147 215-238-2100 • Fax: 215-238-2101 rabbi@phillyshul.com • phillyshul.com • (O) (Congregation) B’nai Israel-Ohev Zedek 8201 Castor Ave. • Philadelphia, PA 19152 215-742-0400 • info@biozshul.org • biozshul.org • (O) (Congregation) B’nai Jacob Starr and Manavon streets • P.O. Box 461 • Phoenixville, PA 19460 610-933-5550 • Fax: 610-933-8197 • admin@congbj.org • congbj.org • (C-USCJ) (Congregation) Bais Medrash Harav-B’nai Jacob 7926 Algon Ave. • Philadelphia, PA 19111 215-725-5181 or 215-342-5783 • ephraim@geretz.com • bmhbj.org • (O) Beit Harambam Congregation 9981 Verree Road • Philadelphia, PA 19115 • 646-280-6918 and 215-677-1243 rmoshefl@gmail.com • Sephardic • (O) Beiteinu P.O. Box 231 • Haverford, PA 19041 • 484-432-0931 or 215-309-2883 rabbi@beiteinu.org • beiteinu.org • (I) Beth Am Israel 1301 Hagys Ford Road • Penn Valley, PA 19072 610-667-1651 • Fax: 610-667-7860 info@bethamisrael.org • bethamisrael.org • (C-USCJ) (Temple) Beth Ami 9201 Old Bustleton Ave. • Philadelphia, PA 19115 215-673-2511 • templebethami2@gmail.com • TBAPhilly.org • (T) 104 THE GUIDE 2019/2020 Beth Chaim Reform Congregation 389 Conestoga Road (Route 401) • Malvern, PA 19355 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 1198 • Malvern, PA 19355 610-640-2147 • Fax: 610-640-2148 administrator@bethchaim.net • bethchaim.net • (URJ) Beth David Reform Congregation 1130 Vaughan Lane • Gladwyne, PA 19035 610-896-7485 • Fax: 610-642-5406 office@bdavid.org • bdavid.org • (URJ) (Congregation) Beth El of Bucks County 375 Stony Hill Road • Yardley, PA 19067 215-493-1707 • info@bethelyardley.org • bethelyardley.org • (C-USCJ) (Congregation) Beth El-Ner Tamid (Temple) Brith Achim 481 S. Gulph Road • King of Prussia, PA 19406 610-337-2222 • cpoust@brithachim.org • brithachim.org • (URJ) (Congregation) Brothers of Israel 530 Washington Crossing Road • Newtown, PA 18940 215-579-2200 • Fax: 215-579-2204 sharon.segarra@cboi.org • cboi.org • (C-USCJ) Community Torah Center of Bucks County 944 Second St. Pike, Front Building • Richboro, PA 18954 215-485-5755 • Fax: 267-284-1267 rabbi@jewishbucks.org • JewishBucks.org • (I) Darkaynu 715 Paxon Hollow Road • Broomall, PA 19008 610-356-8700 • Fax: 610-325-9248 cbent715@gmail.com • cbent.org • (C-USCJ) P.O. Box 1435 • Doylestown, PA 18901 • 267-528-7212 info@darkaynu.org • darkaynu.org • (I) Meets at: BuxMont Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 2040 Street Road, Warrington, PA. Beth Emuna Congregation Derech HaLev-A Path With Heart 910 Disston St. • Philadelphia, PA 19111 • 215-725-0630 • (C) (Congregation) Beth Hamedrosh 200 Haverford Road • Wynnewood, PA 19096 • 610-642-6444 BethHamedrosh@verizon.net • BethHamedrosh.org • (O) (Temple) Beth Hillel-Beth El 1001 Remington Road • Wynnewood, PA 19096 610-649-5300 • Fax: 610-649-0948 kkrivitzky@tbhbe.org • tbhbe.org • (C-USCJ) Beth Israel Congregation of Chester County 385 Pottstown Pike (Rte 100) • Eagle, PA 19480 610-458-8550 • Fax: 610-458-8551 biccsyn1@gmail.com • bethisraelpa.org • (C) (Congregation) Beth Israel of Media 542 S. New Middletown Road • Media, PA 19063 610-566-4645 • Fax: 610-566-2240 info@bethisraelmedia.org • bethisraelmedia.org • (RJ) (Congregation) Beth Or 239 Welsh Road • Maple Glen, PA 19002 215-646-5806 • Fax: 215-646-0173 info@bethor.org • bethor.org • (URJ) Beth Sholom Congregation 8231 Old York Road • Elkins Park, PA 19027 215-887-1342 • Fax: 215-887-6605 TStraus@bethsholomcongregation.org bethsholomcongregation.org • (C-USCJ) (Congregation) Beth Solomon CBS Community Center 198 Tomlinson Road • Philadelphia, PA 19116 215-671-1981 • Fax: 215-671-8007 • (O) info@cbscommunitycenter.com • cbscommunitycenter.com Beth Tikvah B’nai Jeshurun 1001 Paper Mill Road • Erdenheim, PA 19038 215-836-5677 • Fax: 215-836-0211 • office@btbj.org • btbj.org • (C-USCJ) (Congregation) Beth Tovim P.O. Box 437 • Wynnewood, PA 19096 215-300-4313 • 610-246-6611• 2revyit@gmail.com • pathwithheart.org • (I) Two locations: one on the Main Line and the other in Huntingdon Valley. (Congregation) Dibrot Eliyahu 2018 Solly Ave. • Philadelphia, PA 19152 347-452-0292 • dibroteliyahu@gmail.com Synagogue serves Sephardi and Israeli population. Folkshul Adult Community P.O. Box 17 • Wyncote, PA 19095 215-248-1550 • Folkshul@folkshul.org • folkshul.org • (I) Germantown Jewish Centre 400 W. Ellet St. • Philadelphia, PA 19119 215-844-1507 • Fax: 215-844-8309 office@germantownjewishcentre.org • germantownjewishcentre.org • (C-USCJ) Minyans: Dorshei Derekh, Charry Service and Minyan Masorti Har Zion Temple 1500 Hagys Ford Road • Penn Valley, PA 19072 610-667-5000 • hzt@harziontemple.org • harziontemple.org • (C-USCJ) (Congregation) Hesed Shel Emet 575 N. Keim St. • Pottstown, PA 19464 610-326-1717 • info@hesedshelemet.org hesedshelemet575@gmail.com • hesedshelemet.org • (C-USCJ) Heymish Havurah Heymishphilly@gmail.com • facebook.com/groups/heymish • (I) Lechu Neranena: Partnership Minyan of Bala Cynwyd LNMinyan@gmail.com • LNMinyan.org • (O) Kehilat HaNahar, The Little Shul by the River 85 W. Mechanic St. • P.O. Box 417 • New, PA 18938 215-862-1912 • Fax: 215-701-1085 littleshul@kehilathanahar.org • kehilathanahar.org • (RJ) Kehillas B’nai Shalom-Bensalem Outreach Center 2446 Bristol Road • Bensalem, PA 19020 215-752-5032 or 215-757-5748 • Fax: 215-752-2340 Moshe@bensalemoutreach.org • bensalemoutreach.org • (O) 5871 Drexel Road (sanctuary) • Philadelphia, PA 19131 1504 Von Steuben Drive (office) • West Chester, PA 19380 215-879-1100 or 610-696-0408 • Fax: 610-696-9249 congregationbethtovim@verizon.net • (T) Kehillat Sha’arei Orah (Temple) Beth Zion-Beth Israel 8339 Old York Road • Elkins Park, PA 19027 215-887-8700 • Fax: 215-887-1070 BRissinger@kenesethisrael.org • kenesethisrael.org • (URJ) 300 S. 18th St. • Philadelphia, PA 19103 215-735-5148 • Fax: 215-735-7838 • templeoffice@bzbi.org • bzbi.org • (C-USCJ) keshorah@gmail.com • shaareiorah.shulcloud.com • (O) Meets at The Homework Bar, 131 Montgomery Ave., Bala Cynwyd, PA (Reform Congregation) Keneseth Israel THE GUIDE 2019/2020 105 (Congregation) Kesher Israel Minyans at Penn Hillel Kesher Israel Congregation Mishkan Shalom 412 Lombard St. • Philadelphia, PA 19147 215-922-1776 • Fax: 215-922-1948 office@historickesherisrael.org • congregationkesherisrael.com • (T) 1000 Pottstown Pike • West Chester, PA 19380 610-696-7210 • Fax: 610-696-7107 shalom@kesher-Israel.org • kesher-israel.org • (C) Kesher Shalom 4101 Freeland Ave. • Philadelphia, PA 19128 215-508-0226 • Fax: 215-508-0932 • office@mishkan.org • mishkan.org • (RJ) The Narberth Havurah Mailing Address: 8336 Thomson Road, Elkins Park, PA 19027 • 215-207-9349 Keshershalom@gmail.org • rabbisigal.org/kesher-shalom P.O. Box 65 • Narberth, PA 19072 info@narberthhavurah.org • narberthhavurah.org • (RJ) Meets at various locations in Narberth and Bala Cynwyd. Knesset HaSefer: The Educational Synagogue of Yardley (Congregation) Ohev Shalom (Congregation) Kol Ami Ohev Shalom of Bucks County 1237 Edgewood Road • Yardley, PA 19067 • 443-635-8406 rncadle@gmail.com • knessethasefer.org • (O) 8201 High School Road • Elkins Park, PA 19027 215-635-3110 • Fax: 215-635-4186 execdir@kolamielkinspark.org • kolamielkinspark.org • (URJ) (Congregation) Kol Emet 2 Chester Road • Wallingford, PA 19086 610-874-1465 • Fax: 610-874-1466 • info@ohev.net • ohev.net • (C-USCJ) 944 Second St. Pike • Richboro, PA 18954 215-322-9595 • Fax: 215-322-8253 • ohev@ohev.org • ohev.org • (C-USCJ) Old York Road Temple-Beth Am 1360 Oxford Valley Road • Yardley, PA 19067 215-493-8522 • Fax: 267-594-4534 • Office@kolemet.org • kolemet.org • (RJ) 971 Old York Road • Abington, PA 19001 215-886-8000 • Fax: 215-886-8320 Kkantor@oyrtbetham.org • oyrtbetham.org • (URJ) Kol Tzedek (Congregation) Or Ami Office and Community Space: 707 S. 50th St. • Philadelphia, PA 19143 Services and Worship at: Calvary Center for Culture and Community 801 S. 48th St., Philadelphia, PA 19143 267-702-6187 • info@kol-tzedek.org • kol-tzedek.org • (RJ) (Congregation) Leyv Ha-Ir ~ Heart of the City P.O. Box 15836 • Philadelphia, PA 19103 • 215-629-1995 info@leyvhair.org • leyvhair.org • (RJ) Meets at the Ethical Society, 1906 S. Rittenhouse Square. Lower Merion Synagogue 123 Old Lancaster Road • Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 2528 • Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004 610-664-5626 • Fax: 610-664-2304 Shul@lowermerionsynagogue.org • lowermerionsynagogue.org • (O) Main Line Reform Temple 410 Montgomery Ave. • Wynnewood, PA 19096 610-649-7800 • Fax: 610-642-6338 • dstraus @mlrt.org • mlrt.org • (URJ) Makom Kadosh: The Jewish Fellowship of Chester County (JFCC) The Farmhouse at Temenos 685 Broad. Run • West Chester, PA 19382 • 484-947-6806 TheJFCC@gmail.com • TheJFCC.com • (I) Mekor Habracha/Center City Synagogue 1500 Walnut St., Suite 206 (second floor) Philadelphia, PA 19102 • 215-525-4246 (voice and fax) mekorhabracha@gmail.com • mekorhabracha.org • (O) Melrose B’nai Israel Emanu-El 8339 Old York Road • Elkins Park, PA 19027 215-635-1505 • office@mbiee.org • mbiee.org • (C-USCJ) (Congregation) Mikveh Israel 44 N. Fourth St. • Philadelphia, PA 19106 215-922-5446 • Fax: 215-922-1550 info@mikvehisrael.org • mikvehisrael.org • (O) Minyan Tikvah info@minyantikvah.org • minyantikvah.org Meets upstairs at Temple Beth Zion Beth Israel, 300 S. 18th St., Philadelphia, PA. (T) 106 Steinhardt Hall • 215 S. 39th St. • Philadelphia, PA 19104 215-898-7391 • pennhillel.org Conservative, Orthodox, Reform and Sephardic minyanim. THE GUIDE 2019/2020 708 Ridge Pike • Lafayette Hill, PA 19444 610-828-9066 • office@or-ami.org • or-ami.org • (URJ) Or Hadash: A Reconstructionist Congregation 190 Camp Hill Road • Fort Washington, PA 19034 215-283-0276 • Fax: 215-283-4822 office@orhadash.com • orhadash.com • (RJ) (Congregation) Or Shalom 835 Darby-Paoli Road (Route 252) • Berwyn, PA 19312 610-644-9086 • Fax: 610-644-7405 office@orshalom.com • orshalom.com • (C-USCJ) P’nai Or Jewish Renewal Congregation P.O. Box 9917 • Philadelphia, PA 19118 • 215-849-9227 PnaiOrRabbi@aol.com • pnaior-phila.org • (I) Meets in the Community Wing at Summit Presbyterian Church (Frank and Joyce) Podietz Synagogue Abramson Senior Care 1425 Horsham Road • North Wales, PA 19454 215-371-1818 • 888-791-5075 • abramsonseniorcare.org • (I) (Congregation) Raim Ahuvim 5854 Drexel Road • Philadelphia, PA 19131 215-473-4502 • rabbi@raimahuvim.org • raimahuvim.org The Austro-Hungarian Chevra in Philadelphia. • (O) (Congregation) Rodeph Shalom 615 N. Broad St. • Philadelphia, PA 19123 215-627-6747 • Fax: 215-627-1313 info@rodephshalom.org • rodephshalom.org • (URJ) Rothenberg Minyan The Rothenberg Law Firm, LLP • 1420 Walnut St., Second Floor • Philadelphia, PA 19102 1-800-624-8888 • contact@injurylawyer.com Mon-Thurs Orthodox mincha minyan. (Congregations of) Shaare Shamayim 9768 Verree Road • Philadelphia, PA 19115 215-677-1600 • Fax: 215-677-4209 Office@shaareshamayim.org • shaareshamayim.org • (USCJ) Shir Ami Bucks County Jewish Congregation Tiferet Bet Israel Shireinu (Congregation) Tifereth Israel of Lower Bucks County (Congregation) Shivtei Yeshuron Ezras Israel Tzedek v’Shalom Society Hill Synagogue Vilna Congregation 101 Richboro Newtown Road • Newtown, PA 18940 215-968-3400 • Fax: 215-968-3296 synagogue@shiramipa.org • shiraminow.org • (URJ) 1295 S. Avignon Drive • Gladwyne, PA 19035 610-581-0237 • Fax: 610-581-0238 • shireinu@aol.com • shireinu.com Meets at the Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy, Bryn Mawr. 2015 S. Fourth St. • Philadelphia, PA 19148 215-839-6018 • info@thelittleshul.org • thelittleshul.org Davening the first Shabbat of every month. • (T) 418 Spruce St. • Philadelphia, PA 19106 215-922-6590 • Fax: 215-922-6599 office@societyhillsynagogue.org • societyhillsynagogue.org • (C) South Philadelphia Shtiebel 1733 E Passyunk Ave • Philadelphia, PA 19148 rabbanitfruchter@gmail.com • southphiladelphiashtiebel.com • ( O) (Congregation) Temple Beth’El 7350 Lowber St. • Philadelphia, PA 19138 215-276-4330 • congtemplebethel@aol.com • bethel-ph.org • (I) 1920 Skippack Pike • Blue Bell, PA 19422 610-275-8797 • Fax: 610-275-1664 info@tbibluebell.org • tbibluebell.org • (C-USCJ) 2909 Bristol Road • Bensalem, PA 19020 215-752-3468 • Fax: 215-757-8660 office@tiferethisrael-pa.org • tiferethisraelpa.org • (C-USCJ) P.O. Box 863 • Newtown, PA 18940 267-291-4456 • tzedekvshalom@gmail.com • tzedekvshalom.org Meets at Newtown Friends Meeting House, 219 Court St., Newtown (RJ) 509 Pine St • Philadelphia, PA 19106 • 215-746-6105 menschmidt@gmail.com • (O) Young Israel of Elkins Park 7715 Montgomery Ave. • Elkins Park, PA 19027 215-635-3152 • president@yiep.org • yiep.org • (O) Young Israel of the Main Line 273 Montgomery Ave., second floor • PO Box 117 • (O) Y.P.C. Shari Eli Spruce Street Minyan 728 W. Moyamensing Ave. • Philadelphia, PA 19148 215-339-9897 • JoeCTwo19@comcast.net • (C) Temple Judea of Bucks County RABBINICAL ORGANIZATIONS Rebecca.Herzberg@gmail.com • facebook.com/groups/SpruceStreetMinyan • (I) 38 Rogers Road • Furlong, PA 18925 • 215-348-5022 • Fax: 215-268-3410 judea@templejudea.org • templejudea.org • (URJ) Temple Menorah-Keneseth Chai 4301 Tyson Ave. • Philadelphia, PA 19135 • 215-624-9600 ourtmkc@gmail.com • (C) Temple Sholom in Broomall 55 N. Church Lane • Broomall, PA 19008 610-356-5165 • Fax: 610-356-6713 info@Temple-Sholom.org • Temple-Sholom.org • (URJ) Temple Sinai 1401 N. Limekiln Pike • Dresher, PA 19025 215-643-6510 • Fax: 215-643-9441 mainoffice@tsinai.com • tsinai.com • (C-USCJ) (Congregation) Tiferes B’nai Israel 2478 Street Road • Warrington, PA 18976 • 215-343-0155 info@tbiwarrington.org • tbiwarrington.org • (I) Board of Rabbis of Greater Philadelphia 2100 Arch St. • Philadelphia, PA 19103 215-832-0675 • msteinberg-egeth@borphilly.org • borphilly.org A forum for professional support and development for rabbis in the Greater Philadelphia area. Provides representation on Philadelphia’s Religious Leaders Council and takes part in public events, such as the annual Holocaust Memorial Ceremony. Bucks County Rabbis and Cantors Council c/o Congregation Brothers of Israel 530 Washington Crossing Road • Newtown, PA18940 215-579-2200 • Rabbi.Gaber@cboi.org Rabbinical Assembly - Mid-Atlantic Region 1401 N. Limekiln Pike • Dresher, PA 19025 215-643-6510 • awohlberg@tsinai.com Regional or­ganization of Conservative rabbis. Provides classes for those seeking to convert to Judaism, weekly Torah-study programs in various locations, and arranges Jewish divorces. Rabbinical Council of Greater Philadelphia (Orthodox) Congregation Tifereth Israel of Lower Bucks County A Conservative Synagogue Family Shabbat and Holiday Services-Special Shabbat Services for Young Families COME SEE WHAT OUR T.I. NEXT GENERATION IS ALL ABOUT!!! Offering You: • Nursery School, Summer Camp, Youth Groups • Hebrew School, Individualized Education – Pre-K thru Confirmation with our Jewish Teen Experience Program • Sisterhood, Men’s Club Don’t wait to be a part of what’s happening in the Jewish World of Bucks County c/o Congregation Mikveh Israel 44 N. Fourth St. • Philadelphia, PA 19106 215-922-5446 • Fax: 215-922-1550 • info@mikvehisrael.org • rabbis.org Reconstructionist Rabbinical Association 1299 Church Road • Wyncote, PA 19095 215-576-5210 •Fax:215-576-8051 •info@therra.org • therra.org Professional association and collegial community of Reconstructionist rabbis. Provides professional resources and services to its members, and is Reconstructing Judaism’s voice in the larger Jewish and general world. Membership-special first time member rates For more information, please call 215-752-3468 2909 Bristol Road, Bensalem, PA 19020 • tiferethisraelpa.org THE GUIDE 2019/2020 107 CONGREGATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS Jewish Orthodox Feminist Alliance (JOFA) Philadelphia Chapter • 229 Orchard Way • Merion Station, PA 19066 609-315-2787 • Carolyn@hochstadterdicker.com • jofa.org Grassroots nonprofit organization established to educate and advocate for women’s increased participation in Orthodox Jewish life. Strives to create a community for women and men dedicated to such change. A resource for communities seeking to balance tradition and modernity guided by the principal that halakhic Judaism offers opportunities for observant Jewish women to enhance their ritual observance and to increase their participation in communal leadership. Reconstructing Judaism 1299 Church Road • Wyncote, PA 19095 215-576-0800 • Fax: 215-576-6143 •.reconstructingjudaism.org The central organization of the Reconstructionist movement. RJ trains the next generation of rabbis, supports and uplifts congregations and havurot, fosters emerging expressions of Jewish life, and helps to shape what it means to be Jewish today and to imagine the Jewish future. Reshet Networks Jewish Learning Venture 261 Old York Road, Suite 720 • Jenkintown, PA 19046 215-320-0360 • Fax: 215-635-8946 info@jewishlearningventure.org • jewishlearningventure.org Assists synagogues in strengthening their institutions by bringing synagogue teams together to discuss, learn, plan and implement change using a variety of tools and resources. Women’s League for Conservative Judaism (WLCJ) Mid-Atlantic Region • MARPresident@wlcj.org wlcjregion.org/midatlantic Networking to engage, enrich and empower Conservative Jewish women. CHABAD-LUBAVITCH CENTERS The activities of the Chabad-Lubavitch centers in the Philadelphia area include adult and children’s education, synagogue services, children’s programming, teen programing (CTeen), holiday activities, counseling and guidance, and the Jewish Business Network for professionals and officiants. The Lubavitcher Center, Regional Headquarters 7622 Castor Ave. • Philadelphia, PA 19152 • 215-725-2030 • Fax: 215-742-6455 lubavitcherclauenter@gmail.com • chabadpa.com This is the central address for the Lubavitch Organization in Philadelphia and the Delaware Valley. Chabad Living Legacy Hands-on Jewish Experiences • 4 State Road, #164 • Media, PA 19063 610-566-1108 • handsonjewish.org Chabad of the Main Line 625 Montgomery Ave. • Merion Station, PA 19066 610-660-9900 • office@chabadmainline.org • chabadmainline.org Chabad of Northwest Philadelphia 7334 Rural Lane • Philadelphia, PA 19119 215-438-5327 • rabbig@chabadnwp.org • chabadnwp.org Chabad of Penn Wynne 8 Overbrook Parkway • Wynnewood, PA 19096 • 610-529-9011 Moshe@chabadpennwynne.org Chabad at Temple University 1521 Dondill Place • Philadelphia, PA 19122 215-352-3222 • rabbi@chabadtemple.com• chabadtemple.com Chabad Young Philly-Professionals and Students 1432 Catharine St. • Philadelphia, PA 19146 The Kugel Collaborative • 1631-33 South St. • Philadelphia, PA 19146 215-593-8264 • Rabbi@ChabadYoungPhilly.org • chabadyoungphilly.org Chabad-Lubavitch of Berks County 2320 Hampden Blvd., Reading, PA 19604 484-331-3245 • Fax: (610) 370-6811 lipsker@aol.com • chabadofberks.org Chabad Lubavitch V aad L’Dovrei Ivrit 110 S. Eighth St., second floor • Philadelphia, PA 19107 215-923-1355 • Fax: 215-722-2876 • lipsker@aol.com • chabad.org Chabad Lubavitch of Yardley 1444 Yardley Newtown Road, Yardley PA 19067 215-666-0698 • Rabbi@jewishyardley.com • JewishYardley.com Friendship Circle Philadelphia Region South Office: 754 S. Ninth St. • Philadelphia, PA 19147 215-574-1765 • info@phillyfriendship.com phillyfriendship.com North Office: 25 N. State St. • Newtown, PA 18940 215-497-9925, ext. 17 • Fax: 215-497-9929 • jamie@fcpa.info • fcpa.info Jewish Center of Northern Liberties 851 N. American St. • Philadelphia, PA 19123 215-645-2345 • rabbi@jewishnl.org • jewishnl.org Jewish Community of the Art Museum Area Chabad of Abington 2000 Spring Garden St., 1F • Philadelphia, PA 19130 267-332-1321 • RHS@Jewishphilly.com • jewishfairmount.org Chabad of Chester County Glazier Jewish Center • 25 N. State St. • Newtown, PA 18940 215-497-9925 • Fax: 215-497-9929 RYS@JewishCenter.info • jewishcenter.info 515 Meetinghouse Road • Rydal, PA 19046 267-536-5757 • info@JewishAbington.com • JewishAbington.com 946 N. Valley Forge Road • Devon, PA 19333 Mailing address: P.O. Box 41 • Wayne, PA 19087 610-971-9977 • Fax: 815-301-9785 info@JewishChesterCounty.com • JewishChesterCounty.com
 Chabad of Doylestown 300 Swamp Road • Doylestown, PA 18901 • 215-622-9090 Rabbi@JewishDoylestown.com • jewishdoylestown.com Chabad serving Drexel University Rohr Jewish Student Center • 3507 Baring St. • Philadelphia, PA 19104 215-995-2232 • Rabbi@jewishdragon.com • jewishdragon.com Chabad Israeli Center 3530 Buck Road • Huntingdon Valley, PA 19006 267-918-1997 • dovreiivrit@gmail.com • cicphilly.org 108 Chabad of Lafayette Hill 644 Germantown Pike, Suite 2B • Lafayette Hill, PA 19444 Mailing Address: 2048 Spring Mill Road, Lafayette Hill, PA 19444 484-533-7009 • Rabbi@JewishLH.com • jewishlh.com THE GUIDE 2019/2020 Lubavitch of Bucks County Lubavitch of Center City - Center City Chabad Historic Congregation B’nai Abraham • 527 Lombard St. Philadelphia, PA 19147 • 215-238-2100 • Fax: 215-238-2101 rabbi@jewishphilly.com • jewishphilly.com Lubavitch of Delaware County 590 Reed Road, #2 • Mailing Address: 19 Mather Ave Broomall, PA 19008 • 610-353-3835 • rabbi@jewishdelco.org • jewishdelco.org Lubavitch of Montgomery County Chabad Jewish Education Center 1311 Fort Washington Ave. • Fort Washington, PA 19034 215-591-9310 • Fax: 215-591-9312 • rabbi@jewishmc.com • jewishmc.com For teen programming (CTeen) at this site contact: RabbiHillel@Jewishmc.com Lubavitch Center for Russian Jewry 13070 Bustleton Ave. • Philadelphia, PA 19116 215-514-0729 • sholomg@comcast.net • lubavitchbustleton.org Lubavitch House at University of Pennsylvania 4032-34 Spruce St. • Philadelphia, PA 19104 215-746-6115 • menschmidt@gmail.com • lubavitchhouse.com Also: Steinhardt Jewish Heritage Program, 215-746-6105, Andrea@jhp.org The Rohr Center for Jewish Life — Chabad House Serving Bryn Mawr, Haverford and Swarthmore colleges 780 College Ave. • Haverford, PA 19041 610-525-8672 • rabbielig@gmail.com • trichabad.org CHAPLAINCY PROGRAMS Jewish Family and Children’s Service of Greater Philadelphia 432 Tulpehocken Ave. • Elkins Park, PA 19027 and: The Barbara & Harvey Brodsky Enrichment Center 345 Montgomery Ave. • Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004 • 267-314-0909 1-866-JFCS-NOW or 1-866-532-7669 • info@jfcsphilly.org • jfcsphilly.org Jewish Hospice Care For Hospice Providers — Provides comprehensive chaplaincy and practical religious information to individuals in hospice care (both institutional and home settings), including pastoral counseling for patients and their loved ones, bereavement support and rabbinic consultation about Jewish views on illness and end-of-life issues. Bereavement Counseling — Counseling and support groups for individuals and families who have experienced the loss of a loved one. Rabbinical Services — Providing referrals to a rabbi/chaplain for various life stage events including Bar/Bat Mitzvahs, weddings and funerals. Services offered at hospitals, personal care homes, senior centers and other sites: Holiday and Shabbat Celebrations — Convening festivities and services for individuals to share and enrich holiday celebrations and traditions. Individual and Group Counseling — Rabbinic counseling provided in times of illness, loss and transition. Professional Workshops On Cultural Topics — Training provided to professionals who serve the Jewish populations to ensure cultural sensitivity on topics such as caregiving, living with a disability, spirituality and healing, and mindfulness. Spiritual Care and Mindfulness Programs Einstein Healthcare Network 5501 Old York Road • Philadelphia, PA 19141 • einstein.edu • 215-456-3996 Staff chaplains are available to provide spiritual and religious care to inpatients, their loved ones and staff at Einstein Medical Center Philadelphia, Einstein Medical Center Elkins Park, MossRehab, and Willowcrest. Einstein also sponsors an accredited Pastoral Education Program offering education and clinical experience to chaplaincy students (clergy and lay people). The Department of Spiritual Care and Mindfulness offers a one-hour “Introduction to Mindfulness” course, an eight-week Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Program, and an eight-week Mindful Eating, Conscious Living program. CONVERSION Rabbi Morris Goodblatt Academy Classes located in Greater Philadelphia area, NJ and DE 732-841-4876 • Goodblattacademy@gmail.com.org • Goodblattacademy.org Offers an introduction to Judaism course designed for those who are curious about Judaism and want to know more. The academy serves as the training institution, under the auspices of the Rabbinical Assembly of Philadelphia, for those considering conversion to Judaism or for non-Jews sharing their lives with Jews. Those who intend to convert are mentored from the outset by local Conservative Rabbis. Classes are offered weekly over a period of 23 weeks at various satellite locations throughout the Greater Philadelphia region. Those who enroll will gain an understanding of Jewish history, culture, holidays, life cycle and practice. In addition, five holiday-themed gatherings will allow participants from all locations to meet and celebrate together. Union for Reform Judaism Introduction to Judaism Program 212-452-6745 • reformjudaism.org/learning Offers introduction to Judaism courses for those considering conversion, or just interested in learning more about Judaism. DIVORCE Conservative Beit Din South Philadelphia and Center City: Rabbi Morton Levine, 215-568-7073, mortlev@verizon.net Northern suburbs: Rabbi Charles Kraus, 215-758-2260 ckmesader@comcast.net Orthodox Beit Din of Greater Philadelphia Young Israel of Elkins Park 7715 Montgomery Ave. • Elkins Park, PA 19027 215-635-3152
 ERUVS An eruv is created by extending a boundary around the community perimeter. Such a boundary is composed of solid walls, fences, steep inclines or even a wire around the perimeters to allow observant Jews to carry objects, push baby carriages and the like within the community on Shabbat. BENSALEM: Bensalem Jewish Outreach Center • 215-758-1996 bensalemoutreach.org/community/eruv CENTER CITY: Center City Eruv Corporation c/o Mekor Habracha • 215-525-4246 moderator@centercityeruv.org • centercityeruv.org ELKINS PARK: Young Israel of Elkins Park • 267-415-6760 • yiep.org LOWER MERION/MAIN LINE: Eruv of Lower Merion, Inc. • 610-667-7415 Main Line Eruv • Congregation Beth Hamedrosh • 610-642-6444 NORTHEAST PHILADELPHIA: Northeast Eruv Corp. • 215-333-ERUV Congregation Beit Harambam • 215-621-1627 Congregation Beth Solomon Eruv • 267-521-1627 UNIVERSITY CITY: University City Eruv Corp • email@UniversityCityEruv.org universitycityeruv.org YARDLEY: Yardley-Makefield Eruv Corporation 215-369-9141 • twitter.com/YMEruv THE GUIDE 2019/2020 109 HOSPICE KASHRUT Abramson Hospice Kashrut supervision in Greater Philadelphia is provided by local rabbinical associations and individual rabbis employed by establishments. Concerned individuals should contact each establishment to ascertain its standard of kashrut. Abramson Senior Care • 1425 Horsham Road • North Wales, PA 19454 215-371-1393 or 1-888-560-3005 info@abramsonseniorcare.org • abramsoncenter.org/services/hospice-programs Provides care in patients’ homes as well as in senior communities and hospitals throughout Greater Philadelphia. Abramson Hospice is accredited by the Community Health Accreditation Program (CHAP). Services include: Skilled nursing care for pain management and symptom control; specialized pharmacy services and medications; medical equipment and supplies related to hospice care; 24-hour on-call support by a hospice registered nurse; personal care by trained hospice aides, spiritual support by rabbis and chaplains; counseling and emotional support for patients and loved ones; physical, occupational, and speech therapy; trained volunteers for friendly visiting; and bereavement services which reflect Jewish tradition. Hospice services are covered for eligible participants by most insurance plans, including Medicare. INTERFAITH InterfaithFamily 215-207-0990 • philadelphia@interfaithfamily.com interfaithfamily.com/philadelphia Provides coordinated, comprehensive services for interfaith couples and those who work with them. Advocates for a welcoming and inclusive Jewish community. Offers workshops for interfaith couples exploring the role of religion in their lives, free email series for parents in interfaith families, a clergy referral service and connections to welcoming organizations, professionals and programs. Also provides resources and training for synagogues, organizations, clergy and other program providers. Jewish Converts and Interfaith Network 1112 Hagys Ford Road • Penn Valley, PA 19072 610-664-8112 • LenaRomanoff@yahoo.com • intermarriages.com Support group offering information, socialization and emotional support to people involved in conversion to Judaism and/or an interfaith relationship. Sponsors “Keruv” for interfaith couples. Individual counseling is also available. Interfaith Center of Greater Philadelphia 100 W. Oxford St., Suite E-1300 • Philadelphia, PA 19122 215-222-1012 • info@interfaithphiladelphia.org • interfaithphiladelphia.org Contributing to the region’s strength and vitality through multifaith collaboration, education, dialogue and service. 110 THE GUIDE 2019/2020 Keystone-K Community Kashrus of Greater Philadelphia 2014 Upland Way • Philadelphia, PA 19131 347-927-5742 • Fax: 267-507-1866 • Keystone.Kashrus@gmail.com keystone-k.org International Kosher Council (IKC) Brooklyn, NY 11218 • 718-635-1037 • rabbi@ikckosher.com • ikckosher. com K.O.A. (KOA) 198 Tomlinson Road • Philadelphia, PA 19116 215-917-6622 (cell) • Fax: 215-671-8007 KOAKosher@hotmail.com • KOAKosher.com A subsidiary of the Orthodox Association for the Observance of Kashruth. Ko Kosher Service 1504 Von Steuben Drive • West Chester, PA 19380 610-696-0408 or 1-800-626-1100 • Fax: 610-696-9249 amiel@kokosher.com • ko-kosher-service.org Kosher Technical Konsultants A division of the Orthodox Jewish Council 7933 Dorcas St. • Philadelphia, PA 19111 215-745-3773 • Fax: 215-745-5101 info@KosherTechnical Konsultants.org KosherTechnical­Konsultants.org National and international kosher supervisory and certification service. Mekor Baruch Orthodox Kosher Supervision 610-348-0900 • office@mekorbaruch.com • mekorbaruch.com National Kosher Supervision 917-405-7222 • info@nationalkoshersupervision.com nationalkoshersupervision.com Traditional Kosher Supervision 215-572-9175 • bdlerner1@gmail.com LIFE-CYCLE OFFICIANTS Cantor Scott Borsky 267-971-8799 • CantorScott@comcast.net • cantorborsky.com Officiates at weddings, Bar/Bat Mitzvahs, Simchat Bat, funerals and shivah services. Rabbi Sigal Brier 267-627-4425 • HearAwake@gmail.com • RabbiSigal.org Available for Jewish and interfaith weddings, spiritual guidance, individual mentoring, Kabbalah meditation groups, Sh’ma Yoga, Bar/Bat Mitzvah tutoring, etc. Rabbi Howard Cove 484-432-0931 • 215-309-2883 • Rabbi@Beiteinu.org • Beiteinu.org Schedules services, classes and holiday celebrations in public spaces throughout the Philadelphia and southern Jersey areas. Rabbi Julie Greenberg 215-843-9592 • JulieGberg@gmail.com • rabbijuliegreenberg.com Licensed therapist and rabbi offering life-cycle ceremonies, counseling, Judaism classes for 10- to 15-year-old children, tutoring for Bar/Bat Mitzvahs, conversion and Jewish learning. Rabbi Michelle Greenfield 721-820-4552 • RabbiMichelle@gmail.com Life cycle events, Jewish special education, private tutoring and teacher training. Jewish Family and Children’s Service of Greater Philadelphia The Barbara & Harvey Brodsky Enrichment Center 1-866-JFCS-NOW • 1-866-532-7669 • 267-314-0909 • info@jfcsphilly.org Is able to suggest a rabbi to individuals when needed during various life stages to include Bar/Bat Mitzvahs, weddings and funerals. Cantor Naomi Hirsch 856-816-7489 • nhirsch613@verizon.net Officiates at life-cycle events and rituals, including LGBTQ weddings. Willing to travel. Teaches Hebrew reading and cantillation to B’nei Mitzvah candidates and Judaism to students of all ages. Conversion instruction. Singer/performer, choral conductor and educational speaker on a variety of topics. Rabbi Betzalel Katkovsky 267-417-4270 • thephilamohel@gmail.com • cbscommunitycenter.com Officiates funerals, Shemira and unveiling ceremonies. Member of the Chevra Kadisha and a certified Sofer Stam. Speaks English, Hebrew and Russian. Rabbi David Levin 484-679-6402 • RabbiDavidLevin@gmail.com JewishRelationshipsInitiative.com Life cycle events based in Jewish tradition including weddings (including interfaith), baby namings, funerals, unveilings, memorial services, house dedications and other sacred times. Rabbi Levin also serves as a teacher and coach. Cantor Jamie Marx 610-356-5165 • jamiemarxmusic@gmail.com • cantorjamiemarx.com Officiates at life cycle events and rituals such as weddings, funerals and memorials. Works with all families, including interfaith and same-sex couples. Willing to travel in the greater Philadelphia and South Jersey region. Dr. David Rabeeya 610-296-4652 • sephardici@aol.com Rabbi to the unaffiliated. Life-cycle events and education. Rabbi Rayzel Raphael Dr. Michael Schatz 215-738-9245 • michaeljayschatz@gmail.com • hebrewhelpers.com Provides personalized education. Programs include: Bar/Bat Mitzvah preparation and services; Destination Ba/Bat Mitzvah arrangements; and Specialized Learning for students with learning and social differences. Rabbi Murray Silberman 215-782-3806 or 215-740-3606 • rabbimurraygordonsilberman.com Rabbi to the unaffiliated. Weddings, baby namings, conversion instruction, house dedications and funerals. Rabbi Lynnda Targan 215-232-0391 • ltargan@aol.com • rabbilynndatargan.com Memorable life cycle events such as: weddings, baby namings, memorial, unveilings and funeral services, creating new rituals, healing services, etc. Cantor Arlyne Unger hazzanarlyne@gmail.com • hazzanarlyne.wixsite.com/barmitzvahtutor Bar and Bat Mitzvah Tutor. Has experience with: working with special needs children; teaching novice adult learners and Jews by choice; creating meditative and creative services; working with small groups and one-on-one tutoring. MIKVAHS Abraham Offen Mikvah of NE Philadelphia Mikveh Association of Philadelphia 7525 Loretto Ave. • Philadelphia, PA 19111 215-745-3334 • philamikvah.weebly.com Women’s mikveh. By appointment only. Community Mikvah of Elkins Park Rachel & Shterna Mikvah 7715 Montgomery Ave. • Elkins Park, PA 19027 267-713-CMEP or 267-713-2637 • cmep.weebly.com Mikvah Nashim (for women) and Mikvah Kehlim (for utensils). Available by appointment. Goldman-Strom Mikveh (Liberal) Shir Ami-Bucks County Jewish Congregation 101 Richboro Road • Newtown, PA 18940 • 215-968-3400 synagogue@shiramipa.org • shiraminow.org Available by appointment only. Contact the synagogue office. Joseph and Martha Melohn Bucks County Mikvah 2454 Bristol Road • Bensalem, PA 19020 215-891-5565 • mikvah@bensalemoutreach.org • ben­salemoutreach.org/mikvah.php Open to all. Has Keilim (utensil) mikvah. No conversions by the mikvah. Lower Merion Community Mikvah 111 Union Ave. • Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004 • 484-808-5626 Office@lmcmikvah.org • lmcmikvah.org Ten preparation rooms, two Mikvaos, including a fully handicap-accessible mikvah. Women, Men’s and Keilim Mikvaot. The mikvah services the expanding Montgomery County and Lower Merion Jewish communities of Bala Cynwyd, Merion Station, Wynnewood, and West Philadelphia. Lubavitcher Center of the Northeast (For Men) 7622 Castor Ave. • Philadelphia, PA 19152 215-725-2030 • Fax: 215-742-6455 Mai Shalva — Center City Community Mikvah Historic Vilna Congregation • 509 Pine St. • Philadelphia, PA 19106 267-808-5640 • support@philamikvah.org • philamikvah.org Construction has begun. The mikvah will be housed at Historic Vilna Congregation and open to all members of the local Jewish community. 215-237-2955 • rrayzel@shechinah.com • interfaithjewishweddings.com Ritual facilitator for life cycle moments: weddings, baby namings, funerals, Bar/Bat Mitzvah and other sacred times. Specialist in interfaith and LGBT weddings. Spirituality workshops; singer/songwriter; Paint-your-own Bat Mitzvah tallit workshops; author; performer. THE GUIDE 2019/2020 111 Mayim Chaim: CBS Community Mikvah of Philadelphia 11000 Rennard St., Unit 26 • Philadelphia, PA 19116 267-469-0660 • 215-266-7463 mcmikvah@gmail.com • cbscommunitycenter.com/mikvah Facilities for women, men and keilim. The mikvah services the expanding Philadelphia County, Lower Moreland, Huntingdon Valley, Bucks County and surrounding Jewish communities. The Mikveh at Temple Beth Hillel-Beth El 1001 Remington Road • Wynnewood, PA 19096 610-642-9844 • themikveh.webs@gmail.com • themikveh.webs.com Open to all members of the Jewish community by appointment only. Mikvah Mei Shifra 1925 Kresson Road • Cherry Hill, NJ 08003 856-617-1818 • mikvah@TheChabadCenter.com • thechabadcenter.org By Appointment Only. Supervised by Chabad of Camden and Burlington Counties. MOHELS Rabbi Yisrael Davidowitz 718-207-8569 • yd@TheGentleMohel.com • TheGentleMohel.com Certified Mohel under Rabbi Giat in Jerusalem, Israel. Hazzan (Cantor) Howard K. Glantz 267-217-BABY or 267-217-2229 hglantz@gmail.com • phillybris.com Certified by the Brit Kodesh Board of the Jewish Theological Seminary of America. Rabbi Betzalel Katkovsky 267-417-4270 or 718-915-7039 thephilamohel@gmail.com Member of the London School of Circumcision. Cantor Mark E. Kushner 1-800-559-BRIS • CantorK@CantorK.com CantorK.com • facebook.com/cantorkushner Certified by the Former Brit Milah Board of Greater Philadelphia and Yosef Halperin z”l, Jerusalem, Israel. David E. Rawdin, M.D. 215-738-8466 • drdavid@phillymohel.com • phillymohel.com Member of the National Organization of American Mohalim. Certified by the Brit Milah Board of Hebrew Union College. Theodore Tapper, M.D. 610-664-3590 • 215-467-3515 • Ted.Tapper@live.com Reform Certification. Certified by the Brit Milah Board of the Hebrew Union College. JEWISH EXPERIENCES From camping to volunteer work, with opportunities to socialize with old and new friends, there are many ways to experience the richness of Jewish life in the Philadelphia area. CAMPS D ay C amps Camp Achdus Mailing address: 1512 Griffith St. • Philadelphia, PA 19111 215-525-4345 • administration@campachdus.com • campachdus.com Nonprofit day camp for children ages 4 to 14, serving the Northeast, Main Line, Cherry Hill and Bucks County. Junior, intermediate and CIT divisions. Program includes sports, trips, arts, drama, music, instructional and recre- ational swimming, go-karts, color war, nature and daily Jewish learning and prayer. Transportation and meals provided. Site address: Camp Achdus, 9201 Old Bustleton Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19115 Camp Ashira for Girls Congregation Beth Solomon • 198 Tomlinson Road • Philadelphia, PA 19116 215-671-1981 • info@cbscommunitycenter.com • cbscommunitycenter.com Eight-week summer camp for girls ag es 5 to 13. Activities include art, sports, dance, gymnastics, drama, music, swimming, trips, karate, special events and more. Air-conditioned facilities. Breakfast, lunch and snacks served daily. Camp Gan Izzy of Bucks County Glazier Jewish Center • 25 N. State St. • Newtown, PA 18940 215-497-9925, ext. 3 • rl@jewishcenter.info • ganizzy.info Camp for Jewish boys and girls ages 3 to 12, that offers a range of activities, such as field trips twice a week, swimming, sports, science activities, crafts and workshops. Air-conditioned facilities. Transportation and early/late care available. School break vacation camp also available. Open to all children regardless of background and affiliation. Camp Kef at the JCC Kaiserman JCC • 45 Haverford Road • Wynnewood, PA 19096 610-896-7770, ext. 123 MRubin@phillyjcc.com • phillyjcc.com Summer camp experience for children—infants through 8th grade. Facilities include outdoor pool, athletic fields, air-conditioned bunk rooms and large activity rooms. Activities include swimming, sports, arts and crafts, gymnastics, photography, special sports programs, martial arts, gaga, tennis and Jewish identity programs. Older campers select majors and minors to customize their camp experience. Special needs inclusion program available. Early/late care available and lunch are available. Kashrut observed. Gan Israel Camps of Greater Philadelphia 1360 W. Indian Creek Drive • Wynnewood, PA 19096 • 215-852-0276 zgerber@ganisraelphilly.com • ganisraelphilly.com Chabad-Lubavitch sponsored day camps. Open to all, regardless of back- ground or affiliation. Includes all traditional camp sports and arts activities, plus Jewish Heritage theme. Collegeville campsite. KleinLife Summer Day Camp 10100 Jamison Ave. • Philadelphia, PA 19116 215-698-7300, ext. 146 • clane@kleinlife.org • kleinlife.org Co-ed camp for K to ninth grade. Facilities include indoor pool, athletic fields, tennis and racquetball courts, and full gymnasium in an air-conditioned building. Activities include instructional and recreational swimming, nature, arts-and-crafts, karate, dance, drama, music and Jewish- identity programs. The camp features a climbing wall and outdoor facilities. Kashrut is observed. CCIS accepted. 112 THE GUIDE 2019/2020 JCC Camps at Medford 400 Tuckerton Road • Medford, NJ 08055 856-751-1666 • bsegal@jfedsnj.org • JCCCampsatMedford.org ACA accredited and award-winning summer day camp in Medford, NJ, enriches children’s lives by teaching values and life skills in a fun, safe and inclusive Jewish environment. The 120 acre rustic, wooded facility includes a 4 acre lake with docks for swimming, inflatables, fishing and boating, age- appropriate athletic facilities including fields, mini golf and. Nature and adventure facilities include high and low ropes courses, climbing tower and boulder and zip lines. Creative and performing arts pavilions are equipped for music, theatre, ceramics, wood-working and cooking. Makom Community Camp 2013 Sansom St. • Philadelphia, PA 19103 484-278-1335 • beverly@makomcommunity.org • makomcommunity.org/camps Provides camp day experiences that include experiential learning, field trips, and play. One can sign up by the day or by the week. Camp programming serves children ages 4-10, and run throughout the school year, anytime the School District of Philadelphia is closed and in the time before and after area Jewish summer camps run. Ramah Day Camp 2100 Arch St., third floor • Philadelphia, PA 19103 215-885-8556 • Fax: 215-885-8905 eileeng@ramahpoconos.org • ramahdaycamp.org Summer camp for children in pre-k (4 years) through seventh grade, includ- ing a leadership training program for sixth and seventh graders, and a CIT program for eighth through 10th graders. Sport, swim, arts, nature, outdoor adventure, specialty programming, trips, etc., all take place in a Jewish envi- ronment. Special needs inclusion program (Tikvah), transportation, lunch, and extended care options. The camp is located on the Mandell Educational Campus, 7601 Old York Road, Melrose Park, PA. O vernight C amps Camp Galil 2100 Arch St. • Philadelphia, PA 19103 215-832-0676 or 610-847-2213 (summer) • info@campgalil.org • campgalil.org Kibbutz-like camp in Upper Bucks County for boys and girls, grades two through 10. A Habonim Dror Youth Movement Camp focusing on community and leadership development. Kosher. Accredited by the American Camping Association. Summer address: 146 Red Hill Road, Ottsville, PA 18942 Camp Harlam Union for Reform Judaism (URJ) 301 City Ave., Suite 110 • Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004 610-668-0423 • Fax: 610-668-3461 • CampHarlam@urj.org • CampHarlam.org Reform camp in the Pocono Mountains offering programs for children enter- ing grades three through 12 in sessions of 10 days, 3 1⁄2 weeks and seven weeks. Integrates Jewish life and learning into a diverse program of activities, including athletics, arts, rope courses and climbing, waterfront activities, camping and hiking. Camp and retreat center: 575 Smith Road, Kunkletown, PA 18058 Tel: 570-629-1390. Fax: 570-629-4815. Camp Ramah in the Poconos 2100 Arch St., third floor • Philadelphia, PA 19103 215-885-8556 • 570.798.2504 • Fax: 215-885-8905 info@ramahpoconos.org • ramahpoconos.org Overnight summer camp located in Pennsylvania’s Pocono Mountains for kids and teens grades two to 10. Activities include sports, waterfront, visual and performing arts, outdoor adventure, high ropes course, and more. Tikvah (special needs) programs available for families and campers. Summer contact information: 2618 Upper Woods Road, Lakewood, PA 18439 Gan Israel Camps of Greater Philadelphia Sylvia & Jack Erlbaum Campus • 1360 W. Indian Creek Drive, Wynnewood, PA 215-852-0276 • zgerber@ganisraelphilly.com • ganisraelphilly.com Chabad-Lubavitch sponsored overnight camp for girls and boys entering fourth through eighth grades. Girls and boys have separate sessions. Open to all, regardless of background or affiliation. Includes all traditional camp sports and arts activities, plus a Jewish heritage theme. Golden Slipper Camp 215 N. Presidential Blvd., first floor • Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004 610-660-0520 • Fax: 610-660-0515 info@goldenslipper.org • goldenslippercamp.org Located in the Poconos for children ages 7 to 15. Offers a full range of activi- ties and programs. Scholarships are available for Delaware Valley children with limited financial resources. Summer: 164 Reeders Run Road, Stroudsburg, PA 18360. 570-629-1654 Pinemere Camp 4100 Main St., Suite 301 • Philadelphia, PA 19127 215-487-2267 • Fax: 215-487-2265 • camp@pinemere.com • pinemere.com Jewish co-ed resident camp for children entering second through 11th grades. Seven-, four- and three-week sessions available. The Pocono Mountains campus includes a private lake, swimming pool, field house, outdoor courts and fields, and more. Activities range from athletics to arts, waterfront and outdoor education, and adventure. Offers three-day and one-week sessions for first-time campers. New camper incentive program. JCC-affiliated. Kosher. Summer: 865 Bartonsville Woods Road, Stroudsburg, PA. 570-629-0266 C amp S cholarships Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia Camp Scholarships 215-832-0522 • scholarships@jewishphilly.org jewishphilly.org/resources/scholarships/camp-scholarships/ Camp grants and need-based scholarships make summer experiences accessible to every family. One Happy Camper Program -- onehappycamper.org Need-Based Scholarships Camp Havaya Reconstructing Judaism 1299 Church Road • Wyncote, PA 19095 833‑CAMP‑HAV (833‑226‑7428) • Fax: 215-576-0465 Hello@CampHavaya.org • camphavaya.org Offers programs including athletics, waterfront activities, arts and crafts, performing arts, a challenge course, outdoor travel and camping trips, along with experiential Jewish learning through a Reconstructionist lens. For youth entering third through 12th grades. Kosher. Summer address: 108 Rabbi Jeff Way, South Sterling, PA 18460. 570-676-9291 THE GUIDE 2019/2020 113 F ederation E arly L earning S ervices D ay C amps Federation Early Learning Services 10700 Jamison Ave. • Philadelphia, PA 19116 215-676-7550 • Fax: 215-676-9498 • info@FelsKids.org • FELSKids.org Day camps for children ages 3 to 5 years old. One camp for children of elementary school age (see Camp Woodlight, below). Air-conditioned buildings. Some sites have swimming pools. Camps feature: specialists in sports, music and art, etc. Weekly themes, special events, and Shabbat celebrations. Special events include field trips and in-camp entertainment. Two daily snacks and lunches are provided as indicated below. Financial assistance, when eligible may be available. State subsidy accepted. Call for the special features of each camp. Camp Chaverim at Gutman Early Learning Center 7500 West Ave. • Melrose Park, PA 19027 215-635-5570 • Fax: 215-635-8155 • Gutman@FelsKids.org In addition to the other camp programs, the Gan Simcha preschool program addresses the needs of the Orthodox community, and participates in all camp activities. Camp Kehillah Congregation Ohev Shalom • 2 Chester Road • Wallingford, PA 610-872-0400 • Fax: 215-872-0557 • Kehillah@FelsKids.org Camp Kol Ami 8201 High School Road • Elkins Park, PA 19027 215-635-4180 • Fax: 215-635-4186 • KolAmi@FELSKids.org Camp K’tonton Congregation Beth El-Ner Tamid 715 Paxon Hollow Road • Broomall, PA 19003 610-325-4831 • Fax: 610-356-8091 • Ktonton@FelsKids.org Camp Lassin 10800 Jamison Ave. • Philadelphia, PA 19116 215-677-7191 • Fax: 215-969-3502 • Lassin@FelsKids.org Lunch and two daily snacks are provided. Camp Paley 2199 Strahle St. • Philadelphia, PA 19152 215-725-8930 • Fax: 215-742-2349 • Paley@FelsKids.org Camp Woodlight (for elementary school age children) 2199 Strahle St. • Philadelphia, PA 19152 215-725-8930 • Fax: 215-742-2349 • CampWoodlight@FelsKids.org Lunch and two daily snacks are provided. For children ages 6-11. Swimming, sports, arts & crafts, nature & science, field trips, music, and mitzvah (good deed) projects, off-site field trips as well as in-house visits. COLLEGE PROGRAMS AJC Goldman Summer Fellowship AJC Philadelphia/Southern New Jersey 1600 Market St., Suite 1820, Philadelphia, PA 19103 215-665-2300 • philadelphia@ajc.org or campus@ajc.org Summer fellowship that gives college undergraduate and graduate students the opportunity to work in the Regional AJC offices, including in Philadelphia. Fellows work supervised closely by their mentor to learn about strategy, advocacy, and the development and implementation of programs. Research and policy work span the range of interests—from international affairs and diplomacy to interethnic relations and non-profit management. Fellows receive a stipend for the program, plus major travel expenses. Franklin C. Ash Summer Internship Program JEVS Career Strategies/Internship Programs 2100 Arch St. • Philadelphia, PA 19103 215-832-0876 • AshInternship@jevs.org • jevshumanservices.org/Ash-Internship A seven-week summer internship in Jewish non-profit agencies open to Jewish undergraduate college students who will be rising Juniors or Seniors during upcoming Fall semester. Students will experience professional networking and job shadowing opportunities, a mitzvah project and other group activities, along with a mentoring component with high school students participating in the Lasko College Prep Program. Financial award upon completion of program. Greater Philly Hillel Network Steinhardt Hall • 215 S. 39th St. • Philadelphia, PA 19104 631-388-2073 • tslil@phillyhillel.org • phillyhillel.org A pluralistic, welcoming and inclusive environment for students at Bryn Mawr College, Haverford College and West Chester University. Hillel works in part- nership with many other student groups to inspire students to explore their Judaism, find value-added in Jewish community affiliation, and create patterns of Jewish living that can be sustained after graduation. Student-led programs include social opportunities, Jewish learning, religious services, Shabbat dinners, lectures, Jewish travel experiences and leadership training. Hillel at Drexel University The Perelman Center for Jewish Life 118 N. 34rd St. • Philadelphia, PA 19104 215-895-2531 • hillel@drexel.edu • drexelhillel.org Creates a welcoming community in which to gather, engage and grow; empowers and inspires students to learn, lead and serve in order to bring about positive change in the world around them; strengthens each student’s connection to their Jewish heritage; and cultivates Jewish campus life. Signature experiences include: free weekly Shabbat dinners, peer engagement internships, Jewniversity First Year Experience, the Jewish Learning Fellowship, Israel Week and Birthright Israel. Drexel Hillel supports several diverse prayer communities and kosher dining is available at the Perelman Center for Jewish Life’s Cafe run by Aramark and under the supervision of Keystone-K Community Kashrut of Philadelphia. Hillel at Temple University The Edward H. Rosen Hillel Center 1441 Norris St. • Philadelphia, PA 19121 215-777-9797 • Fax: 215-777-9790 • dlevitt@phillyhillel.org • templehillel.com Temple Hillel’s mission is to create Jewish experiences that will help students develop as Jews and as future leaders of the community. Hillel’s goal is to facilitate a process of engagement through which each student acquires personal wisdom, connects with the Jewish people, performs acts of social justice, grows spiritu- ally, and creates patterns of Jewish living that can be sustained after graduation. Inherent in Hillel’s approach, is an emphasis on student empowerment and a keen awareness of the value of their social networks. Kosher dining available at Temple Hillel’s Zaydee’s Deli, supervised by Keystone-K - Community Kashrus of Greater Philadelphia. 114 THE GUIDE 2019/2020 Hillel at University of Pennsylvania (Penn Hillel) Steinhardt Hall • 215 S. 39th St. • Philadelphia, PA 19104 215-898-7391 • Fax: 215-898-6393 • info@phillyhillel.org • pennhillel.org Works in partnership with many other students groups to inspire students to explore their Judaism, find value-added in Jewish community affiliation, and create patterns of Jewish living that can be sustained after graduation. Student partners include religious communities, educational initiatives, social-justice projects, social and cultural opportunities and groups focusing on Israel educa- tion and politics. Penn Hillel sponsors the Jewish Renaissance Project, which continues to develop Jewish life and community in residence halls, off-campus apartments, the Greek community and wherever students live. Kosher dining is available at the Falk Dining Commons, a university hall in Steinhardt Hall. Supervised by the Keystone-K - Community Kashrus of Greater Philadelphia. Jewish Graduate Student Network Steinhardt Hall • 215 S. 39th St. • Philadelphia, PA 19104 631-388-2073 • tslil@phillyhillel.org • jewishgrads.org A program of Hillel of Greater Philadelphia which serves all of the Jewish graduate and professional students in the Philadelphia area through campus-based and city-wide events. The Grad Network offers a wide range of social, educational, cultural, and religious programs, as well as career development and community service opportunities. Penn State Hillel 114-117 Pasquerilla Spiritual Center • University Park, PA 16802 814-863-3816 • 215-832-0735 (local contact) • Hillel@psu.edu pennstatehillel.org A pluralistic, welcoming, and inclusive environment for Jewish college students, where they are encouraged to grow intellectually, spiritually, and socially. Activities encourage students to pursue tzedek (social justice), tikkun olam (repairing the world), and Jewish learning, and to support Israel and global Jewish peoplehood. Through the Jewish community, students can find social outlets, religious learning, and service opportunities. Lubavitch House of the University of Pennsylvania Perelman Center for Jewish Life • 4032 Spruce St. • Philadelphia, PA 19104 215-746-6115 • Lchaim@dolphin.upenn.edu • lubavitchhouse.com College campus facility of the Lubavitch organization, open to all Jews. Provides Shabbat and holiday programs, celebrations and other religious observances. (Steinhardt) Jewish Heritage Programs 215-746-6105 • Fax: 215-222-9635 • info@jhp.org • jhp.org Geared toward unaffiliated students and young professionals. Provides leadership training and mentoring opportunities with Jewish professionals. Hosts retreats and trips, Shabbat dinners, speakers and holiday parties. LGBTQIA+ COMMUNITY Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer & Questioning Jewish Family and Children’s Service 2100 Arch St., 5th Floor • Philadelphia, PA 19103 • 1-866-JFCS-NOW 1-866-532-7699 • info@jfcsphilly.org • jfcsphilly.org Offers a resource for connections to the Jewish community. Provides counseling and support groups to individuals and families in the LGBTQ community, including programs that address: Sexual orientation; Transgender/ Non-binary; Gender identity; Family conflict; Bullying; Anxiety; Coming out; and, Depression. Inclusion Training & Coaching Services offer Sensitivity Training for Affirming and Respectful Spaces (STARS), an LGBTQIA+ sensitivity training program, to synagogues, schools and other community- based organizations. J.Proud—a JFCS Initiative ggodel@jfcsphilly.org • facebook.com/J.ProudEvents/ Consortium of members including Jewish organizations, synagogues, schools, and other institutions, are committed to building and nurturing a safety net of LGBTQ-inclusive programs and resources for Jewish LGBTQ individuals and communities. J.Proud hosts events throughout the year in an effort to build community and provide spaces that support and celebrate being Jewish and LGBTQ. pRiSm at Congregation Rodeph Shalom 615 N. Broad. St. • Philadelphia, PA 19123 • 215-627-6747• Fax: 215-627-1313 cfischer@rodephshalom.org • rodephshalom.org Serves Philadelphia and the Delaware Valley’s LGBTQ Jewish community. Welcomes people of all gender and sexual identities and providing a place for people of all sexual orientations and religious affiliations to experience Judaism. Tribe 12 LGBTQIA+ 1900 Market St., Eighth Floor • Philadelphia, PA 19103 267-652-0088 • info@tribe12.org • tribe12.org Offers events and programs for individuals in their 20s/30s who want to explore their connection with Jewish community, queer identity, and the intersection between the two in a welcoming and fun environment. NEIGHBORHOODS Neighborhood Programming in Philadelphia info@jewishphilly.org • jewishphilly.org/get-involved/neighborhood-programming Alliances of synagogues, community volunteers and representatives from Jewish community organizations within geographic ares who work together to create an inspired Jewish community. These neighborhood programming alliances provide support an collaborations, that create bridges between marginally affiliated Jews and Jewish institutions. They also deliver services and programs building Jewish community and strengthening Jewish identity. Bucks County Kehillah • buckscounty@jewishphilly.org Bux-Mont Kehillah • NShapiro@jewishphilly.org Center City Kehillah • centercitykehillah@gmail.com • 267-225-8701 Kehillah of Chester Co. • cckehillah@jewishphilly.org • 484-582-0210 Delaware County • aklein@jewishphilly.org Lower Merion Neighborhood • cheryl.barish.erlick@gmail.com Northeast Philadelphia Neighborhood • hzaremba@jewishphilly.org Old York Road Community Organization • KDecker@JewishPhilly.org Jewish Community of Rhawnhurst (JCOR) 2139 Hoffnagle St., Suite 101 • Philadelphia, PA 19152 215-725-1338 • jcor-subscribe@yahoogroups.com • jcor.org A collaboration of Orthodox synagogues and businesses in Northeast Philadelphia focused on bringing positive growth in the Rhawnhurst neighborhood. THE GUIDE 2019/2020 115 RECREATION CENTERS Kaiserman JCC 45 Haverford Road • Wynnewood, PA 19096 • 610-896-7770 • Fax: 610-896-5808 customerservice@phillyjcc.com • phillyjcc.com Offers a full range of fitness, cultural and educational programs for all ages. The Conston Fitness Center includes a year-round, heated pool, indoor jogging track, sauna, steamroom, spinning studio and a fully equipped fitness center. Fitness program highlights include group fitness classes, sports leagues, martial arts, gymnastics, swimming lessons and personal trainers on staff. Cultural and educational programs include adult education, and family and holiday programs, the Robert J. Wilf Preschool and Kindergarten with an infant room, as well as a comprehensive summer camp program for children ages 4 months through eighth grade. Katz JCC 1301 Springdale Road • Cherry Hill, NJ 08003 856-424-4444 • 856-751-6804 • info@jfedsnj.org • katzjcc.org Provides social, educational, fitness and wellness programs and events to the South Jersey Jewish and Philadelphia communities. Activities offered enrich Jewish culture, heritage, values and lives and welcome individuals of every race, religion, gender and sexual orientation. Home to the NAEYC accredited Sari Isdaner Early Childhood Center for children as young as three months. The JCC includes a fitness and wellness complex that provides fitness opportunities for all ages and abilities and after school programs, Just4Kids and JCrew, are the destinations for children K-8th grades which offer homework help, enrichment activities, computer lab and creative arts. The center is also home to two South Jersey day camps, Early Childhood Camps at the Katz JCC for children ages 2-5, and the JCC Camps at Medford for campers ages 3-14. The JCC has also become a venue for Jewish organizations, children, youth and older adults and individuals with special needs. KleinLife: Northeast Philadelphia 10100 Jamison Ave • Philadelphia, PA 19116 215-698-7300 • info@kleinlife.org • kleinlife.org Offers extensive facilities for individuals of all ages. Athletic facilities include an indoor pool, indoor track, sauna, steam room, dance studios, indoor and outdoor basketball courts, outdoor tennis courts, outdoor intramural fields and a complete cardiovascular fitness center. Athletic programs include sports leagues, fitness classes, gymnastics and karate. Cultural and educa- tional programs include music, dance, theater, arts and crafts, adult Lifelong Learning, senior programs, New American programs, before- and after-school care (KidSpace), and teen and family events. Home to the Fred Wolf Gallery, Summer Day Camp, Ann’s Kids Child Care and a 500-seat theater. The Barbara and Harvey Brodsky Enrichment Center of the Jewish Family and Children’s Service of Greater Philadelphia 345 Montgomery Ave. • Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004 • 267-314-0909 1-866-JFCS-NOW or 1-866-532-7669 • info@jfcsphilly.org • jfcsphilly.org Family Life Education—Ongoing community-wide programming is offered on a variety of relevant issues of importance to the community, including addition, suicide, parenting, mental health, grief/loss, planning for college, health and wellness for mature adults, and more. Teaching Kitchen—Programs include interactive cooking demonstra- tions, instruction, and practice to build cooking skills, share cultural traditions, and prepare meals for others in need. Art Studio—Offers an opportunity for meaningful ways for individuals to express themselves, for families to connect, and an outlet for those coping with difficult life experiences. 116 THE GUIDE 2019/2020 SECULAR JEWISH GROUPS Association for Universal Judaism PO Box 655 • Lahaska, PA 18931 Alliance@universaljudaism.org • universaljudaism.org Organization of like-minded people who are interested in the core teachings of the Hebrew People brought forward into today’s global secular culture. Congress of Secular Jewish Organizations 847 Tyson Ave. • Roslyn, PA 19001 • 267-625-2756 • congress@csjo.org • csjo.org Promotes and supports a secular Jewish identity and way of life. International membership includes adult communities, Jewish supplementary schools and individual members. CSJO is dedicated to the historical, cultural, and ethical aspects of Jewishness, maintaining a Jewish identity that is relevant to contem- porary life, justice and peace and community building and responsibility. Folkshul Adult Community P.O. Box 17 • Wyncote, PA 19095 Meets at Springside Chestnut Hill Academy • 8000 Cherokee St Philadelphia, PA 19118 215-248-1550 • Folkshul@folkshul.org • folkshul.org An inclusive, secular, humanistic, life-long engaged learning commu- nity that invites all who identify as Jewish and/or who choose to learn and participate in its range of Jewish inspired programs. The curriculum includes topics such as: Jewish holidays, social action/justice, life cycles, ethics, history, music, dance, and literature for all ages. Offers weekly Sunday morning classroom programs for kindergarten through ninth grade students and monthly Sunday Fundays programs for pre-schoolers and their families. Offers a personalized student-driven Bar/Bat Mitzvah program that features an approach to coming of age with an emphasis on Jewish identity. A Leadership Program for 10th through 12th grade high school students, continues with experiential learning as student’s serve as classroom and community paid assistants. The Folkshul offers community holiday and life cycle events. There is an Adult Community that hosts Sunday morning lectures, holiday celebrations, social justice actions and events, as well as a Restaurant Club and other off-site activities. Philadelphia Secular Jewish Organization 113 Shippen Road • Erdenheim, PA 19038 •215-233-2668 • blw113@me.com Former Jewish Children’s Folkshul parents and other adults who meet monthly for Jewish educational and social activities, and holiday celebrations, to promote secular humanistic principles. SOCIAL AND MEMBERSHIP GROUPS AEPi Alumni Club-Philadelphia 609-289-9667 • PhillyAEPi@gmail.com • PhillyAEPi.org Volunteer-led club that provides opportunities for those in the greater Philadelphia area to socialize, network, mentor/support local chapters, engage with other community groups as well as reconnect to the national organization. Welcomes members of all ages, from several chapters and in various professions. AJC ACCESS AJC Philadelphia/South New Jersey Office 1600 Market St., Suite 1820 • Philadelphia, PA 19103 215-665-2300 • philadelphia@AJC.org • ajc.org A community of young Jewish leaders (21-40 years of age) in the region that supports AJC’s vision and mission, primarily through building relationships and forming alliances with a diverse range of diplomatic and community partners. The program focuses on Jewish concerns, such as Israel and anti-Semitism. Through active outreach efforts and collaborative programming with the Latino, Muslim and African American partners, young Jewish professionals explore issues of mutual importance. By educating other communities about the Jewish community and advocating together on behalf of mutual interests and values, ACCESS advances cross-cultural understanding and promotes strong, mutually-beneficial ties. Anti-Defamation League (ADL) Young Leadership 1500 Market St. • Philadelphia, PA 19102 215-568-2223 • Fax: 215-568-5526 • philadelphia@adl.org • philadelphia.adl.org Fighting Hate for Good. Offers programs and events for members to learn about civil rights issues and work toward fighting hate in all of its forms. B’nai B’rith Liberty Region Upper Dublin Beth Masada Lodge samuelmdomsky@gmail.com • ericfeltromeo44@gmail.com • bnaibrith.org Sponsors events and activities located in Greater Philadelphia, southern New Jersey, Southeastern Pennsylvania and Delaware. B’nai B’rith International is a humanitarian, human rights and advocacy organization that works toward Jewish unity, security and continuity and fights anti-Semitism and intolerance. BEN—The Boomer Engagement Network for Jewish Singles BEN@JewishPhilly.org • jewishphilly.org A community of Jewish singles born between 1946 and 1964, the Boomer Engagement Network (BEN), BEN-niks get together for cultural events, dining, holidays, volunteering, new and old friends and maybe, someone special. But mostly just fun. There is no membership fee; participants pay their own tickets, fees, and tabs. Meetups and events take place across the greater Philadelphia area. The aim is to develop a safe, fun and respectful group for everyone. The Chevra 2002 Ludlow St. • Philadelphia, PA 19103 267-908-4950 • info@chevra.net • chevra.net For young Jewish professionals (YJPs) and graduates in their 20s and 30s. With a live venue & hub that includes a cafe-lounge, art gallery, cinema, bar and loft, the program offers social, educational, cultural, spiritual, and volunteer experiences. Hadassah of Greater Philadelphia Jewish Graduate Student Network Steinhardt Hall • 215 S. 39th St. • Philadelphia, PA 19104 631-388-2073 • tslil@phillyhillel.org • jewishgrads.org A program of Hillel of Greater Philadelphia which serves all of the Jewish graduate and professional students in the Philadelphia area through campus-based and city-wide events. The Grad Network offers a wide range of social, educational, cultural, and religious programs, as well as career development and community service opportunities. Jewish Professionals of Suburban Philadelphia (JPSP) jpsphillyburbs@gmail.com • facebook.com/JPSPhilly Provides Jewish professionals in their 20s and 30s, living in the Greater Philadelphia suburbs with fun social events, networking opportunities and social action experiences that promote Jewish culture, community and religious values. Hosts happy hours, trivia nights and movie nights to monthly Kabbalat Shabbat dinners, potlucks and outdoor activities. Jewish Women International 215-564-3466 or 1-800-343-2823 • Rochschw@aol.com • jwi.org Empowers women and girls through programs for economic literacy, community training, healthy relationship education and the proliferation of women’s leadership. Programs, advocacy and philanthropic initiatives protect the fundamental rights of all girls and women to live in safe homes, thrive in healthy relationships and realize the full potential of their personal strength. Jews in All Hues info@jewsinallhues.org • facebook.com/JewsinALLHues/ An advocacy and educational organization that supports multiple-heritage Jews (one Jewish parent), adopted Jews, Jews by choice, Jews of color and those who do not fit the ‘box’, partners and allies in order to cultivate an honest culture of welcoming in the Jewish community. Moishe House Philadelphia Women’s Zionist Organization of America, Inc. 1518 Walnut St., Suite 402 • Philadelphia, PA 19102-3419 215-732-7100 • Fax: 215-732-7245 philadelphia@hadassah.org • hadassah.org/regions/greater-philadelphia Connects Jewish women in our community and creates opportunities for personal growth, education, advocacy and Jewish continuity through events and volunteer opportunities; empowering members and supporters, as well as youth in Israel and America. Tribe Commons • 1900 Market St., 8th Floor • Philadelphia, PA 19103 267-341-1540 moishehousephilly@gmail.com • facebook.com/MoisheHousePhiladelphia/ A pluralistic, welcoming, accepting, and inclusive space for young, 20-something Jews to connect over common ground. It hosts a minimum of seven events each month that range from in-house potlucks and shows to parties at local venues to cultural happenings and opportunities to learn with local rabbis and visionaries. Israeli American Council-Philadelphia philly@mosaicoutdoor.org • philadelphia.mosaicoutdoor.org A nonprofit volunteer organization providing a way for outdoors-oriented Jewish adults of Southeastern Pennsylvania and New Jersey to meet and enjoy common interests. Fosters an ethic of conservation and promotes an active lifestyle while building Jewish community and continuity. Kaiserman JCC • 45 Haverford Road • Wynnewood, PA 19096 • 267-515-3270 philadelphia@israeliamerican.org • israeliamerican.org/philadelphia Bolsters the Israeli-American community to strengthen the Jewish and Israeli identity and reinforce support for Israel. Programs include: IAC Keshet; IAC Eitanim; and IAC Shishi Israeli and more. Jewish Genealogical and Archival Society of Greater Philadelphia membership@jgsgp.org • jgsgp.org JGASGP’s objectives are to: To collect, preserve and disseminate knowledge and information with reference to Jewish genealogy and the history of the Jewish Community in Greater Philadelphia; to promote interest and encourage interested parties to engage in genealogical and archival research; to stimulate and provide instruction in research methodology, the utilization of resources including the Philadelphia Jewish Archives Collection and adherence to standards of accuracy and thoroughness; to foster careful documentation and to promote scholarly genealogical and archival writing and publication; to promote the preservation of genealogical and archival records and resources, especially the Philadelphia Jewish Archives Collection which is housed at the Temple University Library; and to increase awareness of all the genealogical sources that are available for research. Mosaic Outdoor Clubs of America National Council of Jewish Women Greater Philadelphia Section • 215-302-3586 • ncjwphiladelphia.org Grassroots organization of volunteers who turn progressive ideals into action. Inspired by Jewish values, NCJW strives for social justice by improving the quality of life for women, children and families and by safeguarding individ- ual rights. The Greater Philadelphia Section focuses on advocacy, promoting education, hands on community service and tzedakah. NextGen Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia 2100 Arch St. • Philadelphia, PA 19103 • 215-832-0861 NextGen@jewishphilly.org • jewishphilly.org/NextGen A group of Jewish men and women, ages 22 to 45, making a difference in the Jewish community. Open to singles, couples, business professionals and parents, the group seeks to ensure Jewish continuity through outreach, education, leadership development, community service and philanthropy. Jewish Alumni of Temple University 215-204-3167 • shana.mcglinchey@temple.edu • alumni.temple,edu Graduates of Temple University gather for social events and other programs. THE GUIDE 2019/2020 117 RAJE Philadelphia: Russian American Jewish Experience Congregation Beth Solomon Community Center 198 Tomlinson Road • Philadelphia, PA 19116 • 215-671-1981 admin@rajephilly.com • raje@cbscommunitycenter.com • rajephilly.com For men and women ages 18 through 30. Offers a learning experience for those who want to explore their Jewish heritage, meet friends, participate in Shabbat meals and more. Star of David Bikers 83 Livery Drive • Churchville, PA 18966 267-968-1210 • info@starofdavidbikers.org • starofdavidbikers.org A motorcycle organization based in the Delaware Valley. Members share a passion for motorcycles and love for the Jewish people. Tribe 12 1900 Market St., Eighth Floor • Philadelphia, PA 19103 267-652-0088 • contact@tribe12.org • tribe12.org Offers events and programs for individuals in their 20s/30s who want to connect Jewishly in Philadelphia. Programming includes social events, matchmaking services, an LGBTQIA+ community, affinity groups (i.e., an a cappella group and fantasy football and sports leagues), a Jewish leadership and entrepreneurship Fellowship, a web resource for 20s/30s to find Jewish events in Philly and more. Uru Achim 610-642-0516 • taniatrach@gmail.com Volunteer-run organization which holds benefit concerts, lectures, meetings and other activities featuring Jews and non-Jews for a Russian Jewish audience, and uses the concerts to raise money for Israel. Young Friends of Rodeph Shalom 615 N. Broad St. • Philadelphia, PA 19123 • 215-627-6747 • Fax: 215-627-1313 cfischer@rodephshalom.org • rodephshalom.org A group of 20- and 30-somethings who are single or married, who gather for events to bridge their Jewish background with their personal interests. Young Jewish Leadership Concepts 152 Bateman Road • Langhorne, PA 19047 215-750-YJLC (9552) • rsvp4yjlc@gmail.com • yjlc.org Nonprofit young professionals network, providing opportunities for post- college age young adults to meet, and get connected with the Jewish commu- nity. Events include annual rafting and ski leadership weekends, and programs to gain knowledge of Israel and the Jewish community. Regular activities take place in Greater Philadelphia, NY, DC, and Florida. SPORTS AND TEAMS Bikkur Cholim Basketball Tournament 1706 Solly Ave. • Philadelphia, PA 19152 Bikkurphilly@yahoo.com • bikkurcholimbasketball.org Annual Yudie Borck Bikkur Cholim Youth Basketball Tournament to raise funds for Bikkur Cholim Philadelphia. The tournament games are held at the Kohelet Yeshiva High School and The Mesivta High School of Greater Philadelphia. Young players of all abilities are encouraged to participate. Kaiserman JCC Maccabi Experience Kaiserman JCC • 45 Haverford Road • Wynnewood, PA 19096 610-896-7770, ext. 125 • maccabi@phillyjcc.com • phillyjcc.com/maccabi An international Olympics-style competition in a variety of sports for Jewish teens ages 13 to 16. Recruits athletes from across the five-country Philadelphia area to form teams in a variety of individual and team sports. Weeklong games are held in several cities in August. The one-day Mid-Atlantic Junior Games are for Jewish athletes ages 9 to 12. The JCC Maccabi ArtsFest is an intensive arts experience taking place concurrently with the sports program in August. 118 THE GUIDE 2019/2020 Jewish Youth Basketball League Masterman High School Gym • 1699 Spring Garden St. • Philadelphia, PA 19130 info@jphillyhoops.org • facebook.com/JPhillyHoops/ Nonprofit, volunteer-based organization opened to boys and girls in fifth, sixth and seventh grade, at all skill levels. Games will be played at the Masterman gym (16th and Spring Garden), just a few blocks away from Broad and Wood streets, where a historic marker marks the location of the old Broadwood Hotel. It was there that the world-famous Philadelphia SPHAS (South Philadelphia Hebrew Association) played in the 1920s and 30s. This new league is a tribute to that great Philly ethnic legacy. It is open to the entire community. Junior Jewish Basketball League—JJBL jjblbasketball@gmail.com • jjbl.org A four-division inclusive co-ed youth basketball league in Montgomery County, PA, for kids in 1st through 12th grades who want to learn fundamental skills, compete in a supportive environment, make friends, and have fun. Kehillah Fall Sunday Soccer League (KFSS) Mandell Campus, 7601 Old York Road • Elkins Park, PA 19027 267-630-5772 • kehillahsoccer@gmail.com • kehillahsoccer.org Sundays, September through Nov. 24, 2019. Kehillah Fall Sunday Soccer is for players in pre-K through ninth grade. KFSS also has a team for differently abled players. Discounted registration by 7/31, as well as discounts for sibling regis- tration, volunteering and needs based scholarships are available. Times do not conflict with Hebrew School. VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Abramson Senior Care 1425 Horsham Road • North Wales, PA 19454 215-371-1816 or 215-371-1820 (auxiliary) • Fax: 215-371-3020 info@abramsonseniorcare.org • abramsoncenter.org Volunteers of all ages welcome. Groups can volunteer for a one-time event or project, or commit to a longer period of service. Opportunities include friendly visitors, escorts, librarians, Yiddish Club, Sports Club, general activities and games, and office support. Auxiliary volunteers actively partic- ipate in programs including a gift shop, resident library, Shabbat kiddush, Mother’s Day and Father’s Day celebrations, birthday parties, luncheons and other celebrations enriching resident life. Abramson Hospice: Volunteers provide respite and support to family members; Work with the Bereavement department to support families in the year following a loved one’s death; Vigil volunteers providing a supportive, calm and peaceful presence to patients and family during the last few hours of life; and Administrative work. Contact: 215-371-1393. Project SHEMA (Sharing and Enriching through Multigenerational Activities): Brings together young people from synagogues and other community groups, along with families and teachers, with nursing home residents for religious celebrations and meaningful multigenerational activities. Perfect for students looking to fulfill school and Bar/Bat Mitzvah service requirements. Challah for Hunger 1900 Market St., Eighth Floor • Philadelphia, PA 19103 267-423-4415 • loren@challahforhunger.org • challahforhunger.org Brings people together to bake and sell challah to raise funds for and awareness of campus hunger. Volunteer opportunities for all ages are available through the Philadelphia Volunteer Corps, which supports the program’s local family chapter programs. Federation Early Learning Services 10700 Jamison Ave. • Philadelphia, PA 19116 215-676-7550 • Fax: 215-676-9498 • FelsKids.org Volunteers are needed to work in classrooms with young children and to assist teachers or work in the early learning center offices. Specific tasks are designed to meet the skills of the volunteers and the needs of the classroom and center. Friendship Circle Philadelphia Region South Office: 754 S. Ninth St. • Philadelphia, PA 19147 215-574-1765 • Fax: 270-574-1766 info@phillyfriendship.com • phillyfriendship.com North Office: 25 N. State St. • Newtown, PA 18940 215-497-9925, ext. 17 • Fax: 215-497-9929 • jamie@fcpa.info • fcpa.info Connects teens and young adults to youth with special needs and their families, offering Jewish and social experiences; developing friendships while participating in creative arts group activities, Jewish holiday celebrations, weekly play dates and more. Fosters the development of a caring, supportive community. There are volunteer opportunities for adults as well. Hosts for Hospitals — In-Home Hospitality for Families and Patients 326 Conshohocken State Road, #2 • Gladwyne, PA 19035 484-380-2999 • Fax: 215-472-3803 lodging@hostsforhospitals.org • hostsforhospitals.org Provides an opportunity to perform the mitzvah of Hachnasat Orchim, the bringing in of guests. Volunteer hosts provide free lodging for out-of-towners who travel to Philadelphia in association with patients who are receiving care at area hospitals. Guests are responsible for their own food and transportation. Jewish Family and Children’s Service of Greater Philadelphia Volunteer Services The Barbara & Harvey Brodsky Enrichment Center, 345 Montgomery Ave. • Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004 1-866-JFCS-NOW or 1-866-532-7669 • 267-314-0909 info@jfcsphilly.org • jfcsphilly.org Opportunities at the Barbara and Harvey Brodsky Enrichment Center: Hands-on service projects (Circle of Hands, Circle of Wisdom); Delivering challahs to hospital patients (Challah Mitzvah Program); Engaging with our clothing assistance program (Our Closet); Bar/Bat Mitzvah projects; Teen Empowerment Program. JFCS can also help individuals and groups plan community service projects. Jewish Relief Agency 225 East City Ave, Suite 210 | Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004 610-660-0190 | Fax: 610-660-0191 | JRA@jewishrelief.org | jewishrelief.org JRA’s mission is to serve over 6,000 diverse, low-income individuals across Greater Philadelphia by relieving hunger, improving lives, and strengthening our community each year. JRA offers many volunteer opportunities. Through our Monthly Food Distribution Program, volunteers can assist in packing and delivering boxes of nutritious food to families and individuals in need. JRA offers a Route Owners program where a volunteer delivers to the same households month after month, allowing for a meaningful relationship to form between the client and volunteer. JRA also offers the Tiny Tots program where families with small children ages 3-6 years old participate in an environment catered to them. JRA offers volunteer opportunities for groups, such as teens, university organizations, camps, synagogues, community groups and more. Through our B’nai Mitzvah program, many students choose to complete their service project with JRA. We offer a Birthday Card Program, where volunteers can decorate and send birthday cards to JRA recipients. KleinLife: Northeast Philadelphia 10100 Jamison Ave. • Philadelphia, PA 19116 215-698-7300, ext. 192 • sudell@kleinlife.org • KleinLife.org Sponsors many volunteers opportunities that help ensure that no home-bound senior goes hungry. Opportunities include: helping to cultivate and harvest fruits and vegetables at KleinLife; packaging meals with a local cooking group; volun- teering to be a friendly visitor; and/or delivering meals to homebound seniors. Donations of homegrown vegetables are also accepted. The Mitzvah Bowl info@themitzvahbowl.com • TheMitzvahBowl.com A comprehensive website for finding mitzvah projects and volunteer opportunities for Bar/Bat Mitzvah students and high school students looking to fulfill community service hours. Offers resources for teens and families seeking a way to help others and make a difference. Mitzvah Circle Foundation 1561 Gehman Road • Harleysville, PA 19438 267-649-7610 • info@mitzvahcircle.org • mitzvahcircle.org Nonprofit, not faith-based, organization providing material support to individuals and families dealing with crisis, poverty, homelessness, and serious illness throughout the Philadelphia region. Serving people who are unable to obtain immediate or sufficient help from government agencies and traditional service organizations. Mitzvah Food Program 215-832-0509 • mitzvahfoodprogram@jewishphilly.org • jewishphilly.org/mfp Volunteers are needed to pack and deliver food packages, which include non-perishable food and produce, to low-income households in Greater Philadelphia. Monthly or bimonthly packing/delivery schedules available depending on pantry location. Back-up delivery volunteers are also needed. B’nai Mitzvah projects welcome. Pantry locations include: Jewish Community Services Building (Center City); Brodsky Enrichment Center (Main Line); KleinLife (Northeast Philadelphia); Congregation Tifereth Israel of Lower Bucks County (Bucks County); and Beth Sholom Congregation (Elkins Park). Repair the World: Philadelphia 267-969-7159 • philadelphia@weRepair.org • WeRepair.org Aims to make service and volunteering an integral part of North American Jewish life. Offers a variety of volunteer opportunities, including both one-time and regular opportunities, and social events for volunteers to have a chance to discuss local and national social justice issues. RSVP Philadelphia KleinLife • 10100 Jamison Ave. • Philadelphia, PA 19116 267-345-7787 • jeskate@kleinlife.org • rsvphilly.org Opportunities for individuals to volunteer in social service agencies, schools, museums and consumer groups. YOUTH GROUPS BBYO Liberty Region Aleph Zadek Aleph (AZA) & B’nai B’rith Girls (BBG) 8201 High School Road • Elkins Park, PA 19027 267-332-4501 • Liberty@bbyo.org • bbyo.org Pluralistic Jewish teen movement for teens in grades eight through 12. AZA and BBG chapters provide leadership programs and identity enrichment experiences. Chapters have regular meetings, social, and community service programming on some week nights and largely on the weekend. BBYO chapters are creating a movement of Jewish teens committed to giving more Jewish teens more meaningful Jewish experiences. Bnei Akiva of North America Lower Merion Synagogue • 123 Old Lancaster Ave. • Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004 610-757-8905 • philadelphia@bneiakiva.org • bneiakiva.org Religious Zionist youth movement offering educational programs for third through 12th grade. Three snifim: Lower Merion — holds weekly Shabbat programs and special events at Lower Merion Synagogue, in collaboration with Kohelet Yeshiva High School. Northeast Philadelphia — sponsors weekly Shabbat programs and special events at B’nai Israel Ohev Zedek Synagogue. Cherry Hill, N.J. — sponsors a Shabbat program once every three weeks, in addition to special events at Sons of Israel Synagogue. Boy Scouts of America Cradle of Liberty Council Jewish Committee on Scouting 1485 Valley Forge Road • Wayne, PA 19087 215-677-4147 • lenbrownstein@gmail.com • jewishscouting.org Supporting Jewish Scouting in the five-county area (Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, and Philadelphia counties): Troop 185 in Somerton (CBS Community Center) - Shomer Shabbat; Troop 665 in Dresher - Kosher; Pack 498 in Blue Bell - Kosher. THE GUIDE 2019/2020 119 Camp Galil—Year Round Program 2100 Arch St. • Philadelphia, PA 19103 215-832-0676 • RoshEizor@campgalil.org campgalil.org/year-round-program Labor Zionist youth movement for ages nine to 17. Emphasizes Jewish values and social responsibility, with year-round activities for its members. Camp Havaya—Camp Year Round Reconstructing Judaism 1299 Church Road • Wyncote, PA 19095 833‑CAMP‑HAV (833‑226‑7428) • Fax: 215-576-0465 Hello@CampHavaya.org • camphavaya.org Weekend events to see Camp friends – or to check the community out for the first time. National Conference of Synagogue Youth (NCSY) Atlantic Seaboard Region – Philadelphia and Cherry Hill 117 Bryn Mawr Ave. • Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004 215-341-2204 • 484-350-2426 • rabbiyitz@ncsy.org • freundm@ncsy.org atlanticseaboard.ncsy.org/philadelphia Open to all Jewish youth (grades five to 12) regardless of background affiliation. Offers participants the opportunity to develop pride in their Jewish heritage, strengthen their Jewish identity, promote the rights and interests of Jews worldwide, and learn how to apply the principles of Judaism in their daily lives. Halachah (“Jewish law”) is observed to Orthodox standards within the NCSY movement. North American Federation of Temple Youth Union for Reform Judaism (NFTY-PAR) 212-452-6758 • awachstein@urj.org • nftypar@urj.org • Pennsylvania.nfty.org P rovides teens with a Jewish community including learning opportunities through leadership, development and mentorship. Teens come together during the year for events offering learning, fun, worship, community service and fellowship. Sigma Alpha Rho Fraternity International 215-275-6378 • JESaylor23@gmail.com • sarfraternity.org High school-based organization that offers programs in athletics, community service and career educational opportunities. Tzofim — Israel Scouts Kaiserman JCC • 45 Haverford Road • Wynnewood, PA 19096 215-206-5609 • paamon@israelscouts.org • israelscouts.org/tzabar Zionist Youth movement for Israeli, Hebrew speaking children in North America that encourages its participants to explore different opportunities to take a meaningful part in Israeli-American society. Weekly activities, which take place at the JCC, are held in Hebrew, planned and executed by high school children leading children in grades 3-9. United Synagogue Youth (USY) Mizrach Region 7763 Old York Rd • Elkins Park, PA 19027 215-870-7902 • Bass@uscj.com • MizrachUSY.com Youth Groups for high-school students sponsored by the Conservative movement. Encourages Jewish identity and observance, volunteer work and education. Sponsors local trips, regional programs and trips to Israel. Kadima is a youth group for middle school age children. 120 THE GUIDE 2019/2020 JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS The Jewish community includes many different organizations and groups. Cultural and social organizations provide a vehicle for learning about the religion’s heritage. Community-ser­vice agencies assist Jews in need. Community-relations and Jewish-advocacy groups help shape communal positions on public-policy issues. Some organizations are fraternal, some are charitable, some are ideological or denominational, and some bring together Jews representing various segments of the community. CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS B’nai Chaim Social 10100 Jamison Ave., Suite #207 • Philadelphia, PA 19116 • 215-676-4001 Raises money for charity. Members have cemetery privileges. Bikkur Cholim of Philadelphia Bikkurphilly@yahoo.com • bikkurcholimphilly.org Volunteers provide kosher food, Shabbos meals and challah every week to anyone who could benefit from this service. Games and toys are also made available to patients at CHOP. The program maintains an apartment for patients and their families in need of extended treatment. The apartment, furnished, and stocked with food, provide patients and their families with privacy and a much needed respite. Female Hebrew Benevolent Society tikkun36@verizon.net • FHBS.org Oldest continuously operating Jewish charitable organization in the United States. Staffed by volunteers, it renders service to Jewish women in need of emergency assistance. Referrals taken only from accredited social workers and communal professionals. Golden Slipper Club and Charities 215 N. Presidential Blvd., first floor • Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004 610-660-0510 • Fax: 610-660-0515 • info@goldenslipper.org • goldenslipperclub.org Operates the Golden Slipper Camp, Golden Slipper Gems and Golden Slipper Gems on the Main Line. Also gives aid to the needy, who must be referred by a social-service agency, and has a college scholarship program. Hebrew Free Loan Society of Greater Philadelphia 8231 Old York Road • Elkins Park, PA 19027 267-709-9652 • info@hebrewfreeloanphila.org • hflphilly.org Provides no-fee, no-interest loans up to $7,500 to members of the Jewish community in need in Philadelphia and the surrounding 8 counties (Montgomery, Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Mercer, Gloucester, Camden and Burlington). Credit-worthy co-signers are required. Loans are repaid over a two- to three-year period, though loans for educational purposes may be extended. New loan program: Be A Family Fertility Fund offering loans of up to $15,000 to help cover fertility treatments and related expenses. Also provides no-fee, no-interest business loans up to $15,000 in the same nine- county area. Credit-worthy co-signers are required. Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia 2100 Arch St. • Philadelphia, PA 19103 215-832-0500 • Fax: 215-832-0510 • info@jewishphilly.org • jewishphilly.org Mobilizes financial and volunteer resources to address the community’s most critical priorities in Greater Philadelphia, in Israel and around the world. Jewish Relief Agency 225 East City Ave, Suite 210 | Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004 610-660-0190 | Fax: 610-660-0191 | JRA@jewishrelief.org | jewishrelief.org JRA’s mission is to serve over 6,000 diverse, low-income individuals across Greater Philadelphia by relieving hunger, improving lives, and strengthen- ing our community each year. We further this mission primarily with our Monthly Food Distribution Program, through which JRA delivered nearly 500,000 pounds of nutritious food to families and individuals in need in 2018. Our recipients include over 500 children as well as homebound older adults, Holocaust Survivors, immigrants, victims of domestic violence, persons suffering from temporary illness or injury, and individuals with physical and/ or developmental disabilities. Over the years, JRA has implemented additional services to respond to needs in the community. These programs include the Family Friendly Food Initiative, the Route Owners Initiative, and the Everyday Essentials Program. Together, these programs help thousands of low-income Greater Philadelphia residents meet their basic needs. Kohelet Foundation 822 Montgomery Ave., Suite 201 • Narberth, PA 19072 484-278-1328 • Fax: 484-589-4638 info@koheletfoundation.org • koheletfoundation.org Private foundation encouraging the development of Jewish identity and the observance of Jewish laws and traditions, by facilitating access to Jewish education at all levels. The core value is to foster commitment to Jewish learning and living. Krakauer-Yampoler Beneficial Society 2350 Tremont St., Apt. 810 • Philadelphia, PA 19115 215-677-3295 • paulgin3@gmail.com Union of two fraternal organizations: Krakauer Beneficial Society and the Yampoler Benevolent Association. Hosts monthly dinner meetings and an annual banquet. Sponsors some outings and burial benefits; allocates small grants for college books for the children of members; and disburses small donations to local organizations. Mitzvah Food Program Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia 215-832-0509 • Fax: 215-832-0833 mitzvahfoodprogram@jewishphilly.org • jewishphilly.org/mfp Provides food in a caring and dignified manner to people in need through an alliance of individuals, synagogues and Jewish organizations. Pannonia Beneficial Association PO Box 11685 • Philadelphia, PA 19116 • 267-288-5218 PannoniaBeneficial2019@comcast.net • pannoniabeneficial.org Service organization for Jewish men and their families. Offers access to the Pannonia Credit Union, cemetery services, and meeting and community events. Project H.O.P.E. (Helping Our People Everywhere) 215-280-4670 • samuelmdomsky@gmail.com Volunteer organization that raises funds and delivers Kosher for Passover food packages to needy individuals and families. A program of B’nai B’rith Liberty Region. Food Distribution Start Point: Temple Sinai, Dresher, PA. Delivery of Passover food is always the Sunday before Passover. Teach PA—Orthodox Union Advocacy 2100 Arch St., 4th Floor Philadelphia, PA 19103 717-798-6076 • Info@Teachcoalition.org • teachcoalition.org/pa Founded by the Orthodox Union, lay leaders and a network of Jewish day schools and yeshivas, Teach PA helps to send tuition funds to nonpublic schools. CLOTHING DONATIONS Our Closet-Powered by JFCS 2100 Arch St., 5th Floor • Philadelphia, PA 19103 267-256-2179 • 1-866-532-7669 • ourclosetpa.org Provides free clothing to vulnerable individuals and their families through- out the region. There are no eligibility requirements to receive clothing. The goal is to meet a basic need so people can better focus on handling other stressors in their lives, such as securing a steady source of income or finding permanent housing solutions. For information on current pop-up shops or how to donate clothing, please visit the website listed above. COMMUNITY RELATIONS AJC Philadelphia/South New Jersey 1600 Market St., Suite 1820 • Philadelphia, PA 19102 215-665-2300 • philadelphia@AJC.org • ajc.org Global advocate for the well-being of the Jewish people and Israel, and for the advancement of democratic values and human rights for all through legislative advocacy, international diplomacy, and interethnic and interreligious coalitions. Works with communities to build intergroup understanding and advocate together in areas of mutual concern and interest. Focuses on issues of plural- ism, intergroup relations, and Israel. Ongoing AJC relationships and programs include, among many others: Latino-Jewish Coalition; Muslim-Jewish Circle of Friends; Bucks County Christian Coalition (BCCC); Annual Speaking Out for the Voiceless Murray Friedman Memorial Lecture; and Veloric Visionary Leaders Lectures, e.g., Menachem Begin, Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Anti-Defamation League (ADL) 1500 Market St. • Philadelphia, PA 19102 215-568-2223 • Fax: 215-568-5526 • philadelphia@adl.org • philadelphia.adl.org Fighting Hate for Good. Works to combat anti-Semitism and to secure justice and fair treatment for all people regardless of race, religion, sexual identity or national origin. Monitors and tracks extremists and hate groups, educates children and adults, and protects constitutional rights and religious freedoms. Program offerings include confronting anti-Semitism and Holocaust-education workshops, diversity, anti-bias and anti-bullying education, and the “No Place for Hate” program for schools and communities. Also conducts hate crimes and extremist training for law-enforcement and security seminars for Jewish institutions. Counsels victims of discrimination, and works to raise awareness about global anti-Semitism. Advocates on behalf of Israel. Chaveirim of Philadelphia 1704 Solly Ave. • Philadelphia, PA 19152 855-742-4876 • chaveirimofphiladelphia@gmail.com Volunteer organization that provides non-emergency road-side assistance to motorists stranded due to minor hurdles such as car lockouts, flat tires, needing a jump start or running out of gas. Chaveirim does not respond on Shabbos or Tom Tov. Democratic Jewish Outreach Pennsylvania P.O. Box 451 • Fort Washington, PA 19034 215-200-5620 • demjewishoutreachpa@gmail.com • djop.org facebook.com/DemocraticJewishOutreachPA Interfaith Center of Greater Philadelphia 100 W. Oxford St., Suite E-1300 • Philadelphia, PA 19122 215-222-1012 • info@interfaithphiladelphia.org • interfaithphiladelphia.org Contributing to the region’s strength and vitality through multifaith collaboration, education, dialogue and service. United Jewish Organizations c/o Goldsteins’ Rosenberg’s Raphael-Sacks Inc. 6410 N. Broad St. • Philadelphia, PA 19126 215-768-6300 • Fax: 215-927-3110 • ujophila@gmail.com Coordinates charitable giving. Members have cemetery privileges. Organization meets periodically. THE GUIDE 2019/2020 121 Jewish Community Relations Council Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia 2100 Arch St. • Philadelphia, PA 19103 215-832-0650 • Fax: 215-440-7680 • jcrc@jewishphilly.org • jewishphilly.org Serves the needs of the Jewish community, both local and overseas, through the practice of community relations, social action and advocacy. Dedicated to improving inter-group understanding and the enhancement of a just and pluralistic society. Advocates for a strong connection to the people of Israel and to Jews around the world. Commemorates and sustains the memory and lessons of the Holocaust. Jewish Labor Committee 26 Northrup Court • Newtown, PA 18940 215-668-5454 • MHersch@comcast.net • phillyjlc.org Upholds the commitment of the Philadelphia Jewish community to social justice and economic fairness. Advocates for fair wages and decent working conditions through partnerships with the American Labor Movement, with the working men and women in Union ranks, and by collaborating with other local grassroots organizations and initiatives striving to ensure the same. Jewish Social Policy Action Network (JSPAN) 1735 Market St., Suite A-417 • Philadelphia, PA 19103 jspan@jspan.org • jspan.org Gives voice to progressive social values and develops policy and action programs expressing modern humanitarian principles drawn from Jewish tradition. Works to advance equality and opportunity for all and to protect the Constitutional liberties and civil rights of Jews, other minorities, and the vulnerable in our society. Attracts those who want to have an impact on local and national social justice issues. Middle East Forum 1650 Market St., Suite 3600 • Philadelphia, PA 19103 215-546-5406 • Fax: 215-546-5409 • info@meforum.org • meforum.org Think tank that promotes American interests in the Middle East and protects Western values from Middle Eastern threats. In the Middle East, focusing on ways to defeat radical Islam; work for Palestinian acceptance of Israel; develop strategies to contain Iran; and deal with advancing anarchy. Domestically, the Forum emphasizes the danger of lawful Islamism; protects the freedoms of anti-Islamist authors, and activists; and works to improve Middle East studies. Pennsylvania Jewish Coalition 800 N. Third St., Suite 403 • Harrisburg, PA 17102 717-920-0734 or 717-330-4574 (cell) hank@pajewishcoalition.org • pajewishcoalition.org Coalition of Jewish federations and Jewish community-relations councils throughout Pennsylvania. Monitors legislative and regulatory developments, identifies and assists in the advocating for funding opportunities for Jewish agencies and social-justice issues to the Jewish communities. Sensitizes public officials in Harrisburg to the needs of the Jewish community. Republican Jewish Coalition One Belmont Ave., Suite 321 • Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004 610-667-1263 • Fax: 667-1265 PASNJ@rjchq.org • rjchq.org The Shalom Center 6711 Lincoln Drive • Philadelphia, PA 19119 • 215-844-8494 office@theshalomcenter.org • theshalomcenter.org Draws on Jewish values as it seeks peace, justice, compassion and healing of the Earth. Shomrim of Philadelphia and the Delaware Valley P.O. Box 14543 • Philadelphia, PA 19115 hlebofsky@comcast.net • shomrimpadv.org The Shomrim (“Guardians”) was formed to promote the welfare and brother- hood of Jewish police officers, firefighters and other law-en­forcement personnel. 122 THE GUIDE 2019/2020 Tikkun Olam Chavurah Philadelphia, PA • rabbilinda18@gmail.com • tikkunolamchavurah.org Philadelphia-based spiritual and political community grounded in Jewish tradition. Working in the pursuit of tzedek (justice) and tikkun olam (repair of the world), with a focus on interfaith work to support social justice in the Philadelphia area and in Israel/Palestine. The work includes supporting immigrant rights and environmental sustainability, preventing gun violence, resisting the assault on public education, and promoting economic justice in the Philadelphia region. Zionist Organization of America — Greater Philadelphia ZOA P. O. Box 56 • Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004 610-660-9466 • office@zoaphilly.org • philly.ZOA.org Nonprofit, educational, advocacy and outreach organization promoting and defending Israel and a mutually beneficial U.S.-Israel relationship. Sponsors quarterly meetings, an annual gala, Washington advocacy mission, “Buy Israel” campaign, special events, speakers bureau. PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS Jewish Business Network A Program of Lubavitch House at Penn 4032 Spruce St. • Philadelphia, PA 19104 • 215-746-6105 • jhp.org Provides networking opportunities for business and professionals in the Greater Philadelphia area. Hosting monthly luncheons featuring. The Louis D. Brandeis Law Society & Foundation brandeislawsociety.org Jewish law society dedicated to advancing the personal and professional interests of members of the bench and bar. Promotes opportunity for leadership development, social interaction, education and community service. JPro 2100 Arch St. • Philadelphia, PA 19103 215-832-0813 • JPro@jewishphilly.org The community of colleagues who serve the Jewish community in any professional role or in any Jewish organization or institution. Professional development, coaching, networking, conferences and more. HOLOCAUST PROGRAMS Anti-Defamation League (ADL) 1500 Market St. • Philadelphia, PA 19102 215-568-2223 • Fax: 215-568-5526 philadelphia@adl.org • philadelphia.adl.org Fighting Hate For Good BEARING WITNESS™ provides training and resources necessary for Catholic school educators to teach about anti-Semitism and the Holocaust, and the historical and current relationship between the Jewish and Catholic communities. ECHOES AND REFLECTIONS workshops provide middle and high school teachers with a comprehensive resource that integrates visual history testimony from Holocaust survivors and witnesses, with other primary source material into powerful lessons. Association of Jewish Holocaust Survivors c/o Jewish Community Relations Council of the Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia 215-832-0536 • brazin@jewishphilly.org Social, cultural and educational organization for Holocaust survivors. Children of Jewish Holocaust Survivors Association P.O. Box 1127 • Jenkintown, PA 19046 • 215-947-3024 mimkrik227@gmail.net • cjhsa.org A nonprofit organization founded in the Greater Philadelphia area dedicated to preserving the memory of the victims of the Holocaust. As direct descendants of survivors, CJHS maintains the commitment to honor relatives, preserve their heritage and culture, educate the community on Holocaust issues, fight bigotry and hatred, and encourage tolerance and equality. Esther Raab Holocaust Museum & Goodwin Education Center Betty & Milton Katz Jewish Community Center 1301 Springdale Road, Suite 200 • Cherry Hill, N.J. 08003 856-751-9500, ext. 1249 • Raabgoodwin@jfedsnj.org • jcrcsnj.org/goodwin Full-time institution dedicated to Holocaust education with a reference library, lending library and multi-media resources. Offers a collection of historical photographs, artifacts and Nazi paraphernalia. A speaker’s bureau supports outreach to students and adult groups. Gratz College 7605 Old York Road • Melrose Park, PA 19027 • 215-635-7300 • gratz.edu Holocaust and Genocide Studies • admissions@gratz.edu Online master’s degree and graduate certificate, and mostly online doctoral program (Ph.D.) in Holocaust and genocide studies. Designed for educators in public and private schools, college instructors, museum and education center staff, and community speakers. Teachers may also take individual courses and seminars for professional development to meet ACT 48 and ACT 70 PA Holocaust and Genocide education requirements. Holocaust Oral History Archive • archives@gratz.edu Records and transcribes first-person testimonies of Holocaust survivors, liberators, rescuers and other witnesses to the Nazi era. Interviews are available to use onsite in the Tuttleman Library, Tuesday afternoon by appointment only to researchers, teachers and students. Unpublished memoirs, personal documents, memorial books and survivor registers from several European countries are also available. Holocaust Awareness Museum & Education Center KleinLife • 10100 Jamison Ave., Ste 210 • Philadelphia, PA 19116 215-464-4701 • Fax: 215-464-4703 • info@hamec.org • hamec.org Provides educational programs, including eyewitness Holocaust survivor testimony and professional theater productions, to teach students the lessons of the Holocaust. Primary target group is students in fifth through 12th grade. Programs include: Witness to History Survivor Presentation, Witness to History Skype Presentation, Witness to History Student Presentation and the Anne Frank Theater Project. Holocaust and Genocide Studies at West Chester University 425 Wayne Hall • West Chester, PA 19383 • 610-436-2972 jfriedman@wcupa.edu • wcupa.edu/arts-humanities/holocaust Offers courses that can lead to a Master of Arts degree, Certificate, or minor concentration program which includes interdisciplinary courses. The programs provide theoretical and historical context for understanding what led to the Holocaust and other genocides of the 20th century. Holocaust Education Programs Jewish Community Relations Council of the Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia 2100 Arch St. • Philadelphia, PA 19103 • 215-832-0536 • brazin@jewishphilly.org Established to extend consciousness of the lessons of the Holocaust. Sponsors the annual Yizkor ceremony, the annual Youth Symposium on the Holocaust, the Mordechai Anielewicz Creative Arts Competition and Exhibition, and the Holocaust Speakers Bureau. Holocaust Remembrance Program Fegelson-Young-Feinberg Post 697 • P.O. Box 802 • Levittown, PA 19058 267-573-9697 • jewishvetspost697@gmail.com jewishvetspost697.jwv.org/holocaust Provides survivors and first-hand witnesses of the Holocaust an opportunity to share their stories and memories with the current generation. Speakers’ stories are supported by slide presentations. Programs available for schools and other organizations at no cost. Holocaust Survivors’ Support Program Jewish Family and Children’s Service The Barbara & Harvey Brodsky Enrichment Center 345 Montgomery Ave. • Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004 • 267-314-0909 1-866-JFCS-NOW or 1-866-532-7669 • info@jfcsphilly.org • jfcsphilly.org With support from the Conference on Jewish Material Claims against Germany, this program serves survivors, victims of Nazi occupation in Europe during World War II. In-home services such as counseling, care management, home care, chore services, emergency financial status, meals, and respite for caregivers are available. Provides aid to survivors in applying for Holocaust entitlements and emergency assistance. Assessment will include a determination of survivor status, as per Claims Conference guidelines. Philadelphia Holocaust Remembrance Foundation 1617 JFK Blvd.,, 20th Floor, Unit 2015 • Philadelphia, PA 19103 215-809-2474 ekutas@philaholocaustmemorial.org • philaholocaustmemorial.org Non-profit organization dedicated to educating Philadelphia residents and the global community about the lessons of the Holocaust. The organization spear- headed the capital development of the Philadelphia Holocaust Memorial Plaza centered around the Six Million Martyrs Statue on 16th Street and Benjamin Franklin Parkway in Philadelphia. USC Shoah Foundation Institute Visual History Archive at the University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA 19104 • 215-573-2217 okrent@upenn.edu • guides.library.upenn.edu/vha Provides access to the USC Shoah Foundation Institute’s entire visual history archive, which is available via a streaming service on the Penn campus to both Penn affiliates and to visitors, including people who were interviewed in Pennsylvania and those born in Pennsylvania. Visitors to the campus of the University of Pennsylvania are welcome to access and view testimonies, by appointment only, that are part of the USC Shoah Foundation Institute Visual History Archive. Computers and headphones are available in the Van Pelt-Dietrich Library Center and at the Annenberg School for Communication Library. THE GUIDE 2019/2020 123 JEWISH WAR VETERANS POSTS Jewish War Veterans of the USA (JWV) Philadelphia County Council 609-238-1912 • richfine@hotmail.com • jwv.org Serves in an advocacy role in presenting veterans’ pension, disability and other claims before the Veterans Administration and other agencies. Combats anti- Semitism and bigotry. Assists the Office of Special Investigations in pursuing Nazi war criminals. Supports American youth through scouting, scholarships and anti-drug programs. Assists oppressed Jews worldwide. Supports strong U.S.-Israel relations. Drizin-Weiss Post No. 215 913 Tyson Ave. • Philadelphia, PA 19111 • 215-728-9368 Post 215 is an active progressive group with members ranging from 20 to 101 years old and from all neighborhoods of Philadelphia and surround- ing counties with the Mission of “Veterans Helping Veterans and the Communities we Serve.” Membership is open in several classifications. Post 215 is a regional post serving personnel on active military duty, reservists, and the National Guard, along with discharged members, in 14 states and foreign bases. Maintains active VSO (legal reps) in an advocacy roll repre- senting active duty separating personnel, of every race, creed and religion. VSO also pursues claims for veterans pensions, disability and other claims before the Dept. of Veterans Affairs, and other agencies. Logistically and financially supports military missions, government events, worthwhile charities, and operations of other Posts. Provides honor guard along with funeral detail. Provides gravesites, U.S. flags and presentation at gravesites. Offers resources for anti-drug and recovery programs. Members meet at the post and online. The post provides special events; speakers; benefit services; 501(c)(3) receiving and giving of charitable tax deductions; fundraising; scholarships for family members high school to college entry; and G.I. supplemental college scholarship funding. Supports membership within synagogues in seven Philadelphia area counties, and in other states, along with communication with non-Jewish institutions. Combats anti-semitism and bigotry. Sponsors a Ladies Auxiliary to assist and plan local, regional and national programs, as well as supporting oppressed Jewish issues worldwide. Fegelson-Young-Feinberg Post 697 P.O. Box 802 • Levittown, PA 19058 • 267-573-9697 jewishvetspost697@gmail.com • jewishvetspost697.jwv.org Sponsors programs for all ages that promote patriotism and love of country. Post 697 offers a variety of memberships that will allow both veterans and non veterans of all faiths the privilege of becoming associ- ated the veteran community. Ongoing programs includes scholarships for descendants of JWV members, providing Veterans Service Officers representing veterans and their families before the Department of Veterans Affairs, membership life and health insurance coverage and prescription program, audio-visual library resources. The JWV disaster relief fund, care packages to service personnel and other programs will make a difference in the lives of others. Also has Ladies Auxiliary. Post 305 215-459-1261 • henrynco@comcast.net Meets at Adath Israel, 250 N. Highland Ave., Merion Station. Geographic area includes West Philadelphia and the western suburbs. Activities include visiting residents at the Coatesville VA Medical Center, conducting Memorial Day ceremonies at Delaware County cemetery monuments, hosting speakers at monthly meetings, and supporting the Department of PA and JWV national organizations. Post 98 856-468-2678 • edyndon@aol.com Both Post 98 Members and the Ladies Auxiliary meet at Tiffany’s Diner, 9010 Roosevelt Blvd, Philadelphia, PA. The post promotes Judaism, patriotism and veteran’s services. Ongoing programs include providing scholarships for descendants of JWV members, and tending to memorials and grave sites of members in area cemeteries. 124 THE GUIDE 2019/2020 ISRAEL The commitment of the Philadelphia Jewish community to Israel is ­evidenced by the large number of organizations and programs whose goals are to support the health, education, social, cultural and political institutions in Israel; organizations that sponsor trips; and those that assist Philadelphians who wish to make aliyah or to volunteer, travel or study in Israel. GOVERNMENT AND BUSINESS Israel Bonds Development Corporation for Israel 1511 Walnut St., Suite 301 • Philadelphia, PA 19102 215-545-8380 or 1-800-752-5671 • Fax: 215-545-6164 philadelphia@israelbonds.com • israelbonds.com A FINRA-member broker dealer that underwrites securities issued by the State of Israel in the United States. Advocates investment and pride in Israel through the sale of Israel bonds. Proceeds from the sale of Israel bonds have played a role in Israel’s evolution into a leader in high-tech, greentech and biotech. Philadelphia-Israel Chamber of Commerce 1401 Walnut St., 9th Floor • Philadelphia, PA 19102 215-703-3135 • picc@phillyisraelchamber.com • phillyisraelchamber.com Promotes business development with Israel. PICC is a member-based, independent professional network serving Pennsylvania, Delaware and southern New Jersey. Educates constituents about the range of business opportunities available in Israel, and helps members to achieve their business goals through referrals, consultation and access to business resources. Members represent manufacturing, advanced technology, investment, academia, professionals and financial firms. ISRAEL EXPERIENCES Birthright Israel–Taglit The Birthright Israel Foundation 1-888-99-ISRAEL or 1-888-994-7723 information@birthrightisrael.com • birthrightisrael.com Offers young adults ages 18 through 26 trips to Israel. The program covers airfare and 10 days of land and program costs. BBYO Passport 202-537-8091 • info@bbyopassport.org • bbyopassport.org Provider of travel experiences for Jewish high school and middle school teens. Passport programs span destinations on five continents and combine elements of active touring, community service, and meaningful Jewish experiences. Honeymoon Israel 347-292-8809 • info@honeymoonisrael.org honeymoonisrael.org • 2ndhoneymoonisrael.org Provides trips to Israel for couples with at lE. one Jewish partner. Each trip includes 20 couples from the same city: couples with one Jewish partner, couples where both partners were born Jewish and couples where one partner is converted/Jew-by-choice. The couples are in their first 5 years of marriage or lifelong commitment to each other and are between the ages of 25-40. The trips are locally based, and there is one trip from Philadelphia annually. In addition, Honeymoon Israel runs a luxurious nationwide Israel travel experience called “2nd Honeymoon Israel,” for couples and individuals aged 50+. The program is inspired by the popular Honeymoon Israel trip for young couples, and is not locally coordinated or subsidized. Jewish Agency for Israel (JAFI) Israel Aliyah Center 866-835-0430 • gci-en@jafi.org • jewishagency.org Helps in bringing Jewish people to Israel to live (make aliyah) and ensure their successful integration into Israeli society. Promotes Jewish-Zionist education programs, and the partnership of Jews around the world with Israelis and Israeli society. Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia American Friends of Magen David Adom MASA Israel Journey American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) Travel With Purpose (Missions)
2100 Arch St. • Philadelphia, PA 19103 215-832-0629 • mstein@jewishphilly.org • jewishphilly.org/get-involved/missions Sponsors missions to Israel for singles, couples and families. Provides fast- paced, intense educational experiences for veteran travelers, as well as for first-time visitors to Israel. 1-866-864-3279 • masainfo@masaisrael.org • masaisrael.org Connects Jewish young adults, ages 18 to 30, to programs across various inter- est areas including: five- to 10-month gap year, study abroad, internship and volunteer experiences in Israel. All Masa Israel participants receive an auto- matic grant and can apply for additional needs-based financial aid. Volunteers for Israel P.O. Box 693 • Skippack, PA 19474 610-584-0468 • 215-646-6381 • Fax: 1-866-514-1948 philadelphia@vfi-usa.org • vfi-usa.org Assists volunteers ages 17 and up who want to work in Israel on noncombat IDF logistics and maintenance bases. VFI’s mission is to give support and help strengthen America’s bonds with Israel. Volunteers live and work alongside Israelis and other volunteers from around the world. Their jobs might include packing medical supplies and equipment, repairing machinery and outdated parts, building fortifications, assisting in the kitchen and maintaining the base. There are one-, two- and three-week programs year-round. Special programs for students include the summer International Youth Program (IYP) for young adults ages 17 to 25, and an add-on to Taglit-Birthright tours. There is also a new program that subsidizes groups of 10-12 students who volunteer on VFI programs through their campus Hillel. During the work week, participants get free housing, kosher meals, work clothes and cultural programs. There may also be tours. Volunteers pay only for airfare, weekend expenses and an application fee. VFI is a nonprofit, nonsectar- ian, nonpolitical U.S. organization. Volunteers for Israel partners with SAR-EL, an Israeli organization that oversees volunteers’ experiences on IDF bases. SUPPORT AND ADVOCACY AJC Philadelphia/South New Jersey 1600 Market St., Suite 1820 • Philadelphia, PA 19102 215-665-2300 • Fax: 215-665-8737 • philadelphia@AJC.org • ajc.org Advocates on behalf of Israel and Jewish communities around the world. Advocacy priorities include: combating global anti-Semitism; promoting Israel’s place in the world; combating BDS and countering the spread of radicalism and extremism. American Associates, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev 261 Old York Road, Suite 417A • P.O. Box 1128 • Jenkintown, PA 19046 215-884-4510 or 1-800-96-AABGU • Fax: 215-884-4870 winickc@aabgu.org • aabgu.org Raises funds and public awareness for the university, which has the mandate to lead development of the Negev in the fields of industry, agriculture, science, culture, & education. American Friends of Hebrew University 2100 Arch St., Suite 455 • Philadelphia, PA 19103 215-330-6722 • MLoebl@afhu.org • afhu.org A national nonprofit organization dedicated to raising support for, and awareness of, the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. The Hebrew University is a multicultural and pluralistic institution devoted to innovation and achievement across seven academic faculties. American Friends of the Kaplan Medical Center 152 Bateman Road • Langhorne PA 19047 215-932-2974 • lbalcher@afkmc.org • afkmc.org National headquarters for fundraising support for one of Israel’s major general hospitals, serving Israelis in Rehovot. The center is working to build the largest Hi-Tech Cardiac Center in the Middle E.. 215-947-7007 • Philadelphia@afmda.org • afmda.org Israel’s ambulance, blood-services, and disaster-relief organization, serving as emergency medical first responders. MDA is the organization mandated by the Israeli government to serve in this role, but it’s not a government agency. It relies on donations for funding. 2100 Arch St., fifth floor • Philadelphia, PA 19103 215-587-4104 • philly@aipac.org • aipac.org Pro-Israel lobbying organizations working with both Democratic and Republican political leaders to enact public policy strengthening the U.S.-Israel relationship. Works with Congress and the executive branch on initiatives from securing foreign aid for Israel to stopping Iran’s nuclear program. American Technion Society-Philadelphia Chapter Four Tower Bridge • 200 Barr Harbor Drive, 400 West Conshohocken, PA 19428 610-940-3800 • Fax: 610-940-3880 Philadelphia@ats.org • ats.org/offices/philadelphia Supports the Technion Israel Institute of Technology in Haifa, Israel’s oldest scien­tific and technical university. AMIT-Mid-Atlantic Regional Office 410-484-2223 or 1-800-989-AMIT AMITMidAtlantic@AMITchildren.org • amitchildren.org Supports educational and social-welfare institutions throughout Israel, helping disadvantaged youth become constructive citizens in Israeli society through educational programs, teaching Torah and Jewish tradition, and promoting a sense of unity among Jews. Anti-Defamation League (ADL) 1500 Market St. • Philadelphia, PA 19102 215-568-2223 • Fax: 215-568-5526 • philadelphia@adl.org • philadelphia.adl.org Fighting Hate For Good. Advocates actively on behalf of Israel. Monitors and tracks extremists and hate groups, educates children and adults, and protects constitutional rights and religious freedoms. Boys Town Jerusalem Foundation of America 333 E. Lancaster Ave., #351 • Wynnewood, PA 19096 215-887-1590 or 1-800-469-2697 • Fax: 610-668-7739 btjphilly@boystownjerusalem.org • boystownjerusalem.org Support group for residential educational institution in Jerusalem offering dis­advantaged youth, ages 12 to 20, an intensive multi-disciplinary curriculum emphasizing technology, academics and religious studies. Friends of the Israel Defense Force (FIDF) Pennsylvania and Southern New Jersey Chapter 500 Office Center Drive, Suite 400 • Fort Washington, PA 19034 215-783-4718 • Philadelphia@fidf.org fidf.org/pennsylvania-southern-new-jersey-chapter Initiates and helps support social, educational, cultural and recreational programs and facilities for the young men and women soldiers of Israel who defend the Jewish homeland. Also provides support for the families of fallen soldiers. Israel Guide Dog Center for the Blind 968 Easton Road, Suite H • Warrington, PA 18976 215-343-9100 • Fax: 215-343-9199 • info@israelguidedog.org • israelguidedog.org The funds raised go toward providing guide dogs for visually impaired Israelis and for dogs that also help soldiers with PTSD, children with autism, and others with special needs. J Street Philadelphia Philadelphia@JStreet.org • facebook.com/jstreetphilly Advocates for American diplomatic leadership to achieve a two-state solution, and advocates for a broad debate on Israel and the Middle E. in the Greater Philadelphia Jewish community. THE GUIDE 2019/2020 125 Jewish National Fund (JNF) 1-800-JNF-0099 or 1-800-542-8733 • 215-832-0690 • jnf.org Serves as a caretaker of the land of Israel on behalf of Jewish communities everywhere. JNF has planted trees; built reservoirs and dams; created parks; provided the infrastructure for many communities; built security roads; and educated students around the world about Israel and the environment. JNF is restoring northern Israel and developing the Negev Desert. Maccabi USA 1511 Walnut St., Suite 401 • Philadelphia, PA 19102 215-561-6900 • Fax: 215-561-5470 maccabi@maccabiusa.com • maccabiusa.com Connects athletes and volunteers to each other and the global Jewish community through athletic, educational and cultural experiences. The programs increase Jewish identity, perpetuate Jewish continuity and strengthen support for the State of Israel. Represents the Maccabi Movement in the U.S., and promotes U.S. participation in the World Maccabiah Games held in Israel as well as other regional and international competitions. Scholars for Peace in the Middle East (SPME) aromirowsky@spme.org • spme.org Community of scholars who have united to promote honest, fact-based, and civil discourse in regard to Middle East issues. StandWithUs Philadelphia 215-971-8602 • ferneh@standwithus.com • standwithus.com International education organization dedicated to empowering high school students, college students and community members to become strong advo- cates for Israel. SWU is a large distributor of Israel-related print materials and social media. Hosts speakers, programs, conferences, and campaigns and works in partnership with other organizations. Has chapters throughout the U.S., in Israel, Canada, the U.K and Australia. Zionist Organization of America — Greater Philadelphia ZOA P. O. Box 56 • Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004 610-660-9466 • office@zoaphilly.org • philly.ZOA.org Nonprofit, educational, advocacy and outreach organization promoting and defending Israel and a mutually beneficial U.S.-Israel relationship. Sponsors quarterly meetings, an annual gala, Washington advocacy mission, “Buy Israel” campaign, special events, speakers bureau. JEWISH CULTURE Jewish cultural life in Philadelphia is reflected in a rich and diverse range of activities, including a Jewish film festival, concerts, exhibits, lectures and workshops. The most current and comprehensive listings of Jewish-related events are found online at JewishExponent.com. NEWSPAPERS Jewish Exponent 2100 Arch St., fourth floor • Philadelphia, PA 19103 215-832-0700 • Fax: 215-832-0785 letters@jewishexponent.com • jewishexponent.com Weekly newspaper and online venue covering local, national and international news of Jew­ish interest. Detailed information on regional activities, including Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia events. Other highlights include a community calendar; Torah portion, society page; lifecycle events, health, food, culture, The Guide to Jewish Philadelphia and special-interest supplements. MAGAZINES Jewish Quarterly Review Herbert D. Katz Center for Advanced Judaic Studies at the University of Pennsylvania • 420 Walnut St. • Philadelphia, PA 19106 215-746-1290 • Fax: 215-238-1540 BonnieB@sas.upenn.edu • JQR.pennpress.org Scholarly journal of the Herbert D. Katz Center for Advanced Judaic Studies of the University of Pennsylvania. ONLINE Jewish Exponent news@jewishexponent.com • jewishexponent.com Online site for everything Jewish in Philadelphia. Find news, features and blogs; an interactive calendar; and complete listings and resource guides for the local Jewish scene. HomeIs.com and the HomeIs app contact@homeis.com • homeis.com/il-phl/feed A cultural network for local foreign-born communities. HomeIs.com gives foreign-born communities, in particular the Israeli community, a dedicated comprehensive product that helps them to digitally connect, share their culture, and their local knowledge. HomeIs shows how supportive these communities can be, and how effective their common wisdom can be to their members. Urban Glance Hebrew Language Blog Ofra.palmer@gmail.com • urbanglanceblog.wordpress.com Explores and talks about urbanism: urban structures and city life, people, organizations and businesses, culture, environment issues, social solidarity, social change, and much more. PUBLISHERS Jewish Publishing Group 2100 Arch St. • Philadelphia, PA 19103 215-832-0700 • Fax: 215-832-0786 • jewishexponent.com Publishers of the Jewish Exponent, The Guide to Jewish Greater Philadelphia, jewishexponent.com (website), and special-interest supplements celebrating Jewish life, culture and families. The Jewish Publication Society (JPS) customerservice@longleafservices.org • jps.org Oldest English-language publisher of Judaica in the world. Publishes the TANAKH: The Holy Scriptures, as well as other books of Jewish interest, including Bible studies and commentaries, and history. To order JPS books, contact Longleaf Services at 1-800-848-6225. 126 THE GUIDE 2019/2020 The Reconstructionist Press 1299 Church Road • Wyncote, PA 19095 • 215-576-0800, ext. 233 books@resonstructingjudaism.org • JewishReconBooks.org Publishes titles dealing with Reconstructionist philosophy and liturgy, including the Kol Haneshamah series of prayerbooks. RADIO AND TELEVISION JBS — Jewish Broadcasting Service 646-600-6018 • mail@jbstv.org • jbstv.org Nonprofit Jewish television network available in the greater Philadelphia area on FiOS CH 798 HD, RCN CH 269, DirecTV CH 388, ROKU under Genre: Educational, and on the JBS Website at jbstv.org. Daily news from Israel and the JBS news desk, timely interviews & analysis on issues facing Jews in America and Israel; live call-in shows, children’s programs, 92nd Street Y interviews, Jewish studies, Hebrew lessons, Jewish music, films & books; national Jewish conferences; live Friday evening and holiday services. WWDB-AM 860 555 City Ave. • Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004 610-822-1360 • 1-888-329-3306 • wwdbam.com Radio shows: The Barry Reisman Show, Levine’s Russian Yiddish Program, Neil Hoffman Shabbat Shalom Program, and the Middle E. Forum. ARTS PROGRAMS Community Klezmer Initiative 610-389-6036 • lankinwatts@gmail.com • klezmerinitiative.org Philadelphia-based 501(C)(3) organization that’s mission is to build a community that supports artistic innovation and cultural continuity. Gershman Philadelphia Jewish Film Festival (GPJFF) 101 S. Independence Mall E. • Philadelphia, PA 19106 215-545-4400 • oantsis@pjff.org • pjff.org Presents film premieres, repertory cinema, and associated programs that are inspired by Jewish history, heritage, and values. The organization hosts two annual festivals, Fall Fest and Lindy CineMondays, along with several Festival Plus! sneak previews and special events. Israeli Film Festival of Greater Philadelphia P.O. Box 171 • Gladwyne, PA 19035 • 484-904-5421 mindy.chriqui@gmail.com • iffphila.com Festival that is both entertaining and informative. The program includes feature films, dramas, comedies and documentaries that are award-winning and have received wide recognition both in Israel and abroad. KleinLife: Northeast Philadelphia ISRAELI DANCING Israeli Dancing at Beth Sholom Congregation 8231 Old York Road • Elkins Park, PA 19027 • 215-887-1342 ext 216 jatchick@bethsholomcongregation.org • bethsholomcongregation.org Every Monday night, free of charge and open to the public. The first hour is for beginners. RAK-DAN Israeli Dancing 16 Rock Hill Road • Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004 215-760-6800 • donrakdan@gmail.com • rakdan.net Holds Israeli Dance sessions and classes at Adath Israel on the Main Line. LIBRARIES The Free Library of Philadelphia Central Library — Logan Square • 1901 Vine St. Philadelphia, PA 19103 • 215-686-5392 • freelibrary.org Maintains the Moses Marx Collection of Judaica and Hebraica. Covers history and liturgy, with some books on philosophy, religion, the Bible and the Talmud, and Passover Haggadahs. Russian- language collection available at Northeast branch. The collection is not currently available onsite. Patrons must call ahead to schedule access to the collection. Goldyne Savad Library Center Reconstructionist Rabbinical College 1299 Church Road • Wyncote, PA 19095-1898 215-576-0800, ext. 232 • Fax: 215-576-6143 • kaplanlibrary@rrc.edu • rrc.edu Houses the Mordecai M. Kaplan Library, and the Ira and Judith Kaplan Eisenstein Reconstructionist Archives. The Kaplan Library serves students and the general public with books and periodicals in English, Hebrew and other languages. The Kaplan Archives house documents of the Reconstructionist movement. The Historical Society of Pennsylvania 1300 Locust St. • Philadelphia, PA 19107 215-732-6200 • Fax: 215-732-2680 • larnold@hsp.org • hsp.org Former Balch Institute holdings, including its extensive Yiddish collections, are now housed at the Historical Society of Pennsylvania. This includes resources on genealogy, synagogues and cemeteries drawn from published materials, manuscript materials and graphics. The Library Company of Philadelphia 1314 Locust St. • Philadelphia, PA 19107 215-546-3181 • Fax: 215-546-5167 • librarycompany.org Independent research library with an American Judaica collection. 10100 Jamison Ave. • Philadelphia, PA 19116 215-698-7300 x114 • lhershman@kleinlife.org • kleinlife.org Offers comprehensive cultural and educational programs, including film series, lectures, adult education courses, gallery exhibits, dancing, Jewish interest programs and more. Meyers Library and KI Archives The Pomegranate Guild of Judaic Needlework Philadelphia Jewish Archives Collection Masorot Chapter (Philadelphia) 215-782-8041• arlenespec@gmail.com • Pomegranateguild.org Provides meetings, biennial conventions, quarterly publications and workshops to those wanting to learn or who are established needle artists. The Guild adapts and interpret Judaic symbols to stimulate creativity and create ritual objects for homes, synagogues and Jewish venues. All levels of expertise and interest are welcome. Rising Song Institute at Reform Congregation Keneseth Israel 8339 Old York Road • Elkins Park, PA 19027 215-887-8700 • library@kenesethisrael.org • kenesethisrael.org Contains books and historical documents from 1847 to the present. Special Collections Research Center, Temple University Libraries Charles Library • 1900 N. 13th St. • Philadelphia, PA 19122 215-204-8257 • Fax: 215-204-3681 scrc@temple.edu • library.temple.edu/collections/scrc Collections include records of Jewish cultural, educational, social service, religious and fraternal organizations from the Greater Philadelphia area, as well as personal papers of Jewish community leaders. Reading room is open to the public. 646-770-1468 • info@hadar.org • risingsong.org Cultivates Jewish spiritual life through song. The institute is a meeting place for creative musicians and prayer leaders who hope to reinvent the future of music as a communal Jewish spiritual practice. Based in Philadelphia, the Institute engages people throughout North America and around the world through communal singing, immersive study, and experimental music- making. The Rising Song Institute is part of the Hadar Institute. THE GUIDE 2019/2020 127 The Robert and Molly Freedman Jewish Sound Archive Kislak Center for Special Collections, Rare Books and Manuscripts Van Pelt Library, University of Pennsylvania 3420 Walnut St., Room 453 • Philadelphia, PA 19104 yidsong@pobox.upenn.edu • sceti.library.upenn.edu/freedman/ An international, multilingual research library collection comprised of Judaic sound recordings in various formats. The recordings have been catalogued in a searchable online database displaying song titles, authors, composers, performers, first lines, etc. The satellite collections are publica- tions in which original text, translation, transliteration and melody line of the recorded songs and spoken word material are available: a sheet music collection, newspaper and magazine articles, concert programs, playbills, song pamphlets and assorted memorabilia. The publications are linked to the University of Pennsylvania library. Simchat Dovid Library 5871 Drexel Road • Philadelphia, PA 19131 1-800-626-1100 • Fax: 610-696-9249 • amiel@kokosher.org. Stores and preserves volumes of antiquities received through donations from other organizations and individuals. Maintains and displays artifacts and other art. Open to the public by appointment only. Talmudical Yeshiva Library 6063 Drexel Road • Philadelphia, PA 19131 • 215-477-1000 Library of Hebrew books on the Bible, the Talmud, Responsa, etc. Open for in-library work to the public by appointment. Tuttleman Jewish Public Library 321 Chestnut St. • Philadelphia, PA 19106 • 215-925-2800 • Fax: 215-925-3800 liberty@libertymuseum.org • libertymuseum.org Collection includes interactives, films, exhibits and contemporary art and exhibits of the Dead Sea Scrolls and Chagall paintings of Abraham and Moses. National Museum of American Jewish History 101 S. Independence Mall East • Philadelphia, PA 19106-2197 215-923-3811 • Fax: 215-923-0763 • nmajh@nmajh.org • nmajh.org Dedicated to telling the still unfolding story of Jews in America, illustrating how an immigrant population flourished under freedom while highlighting the diverse backgrounds and experiences of Jews from their arrival in America in 1654 to the present day. Penn Museum 3260 South St. • Philadelphia, PA 19104 215-898-4000 • Fax: 215-898-9657 info@pennmuseum.org • penn.museum Features “Canaan and Ancient Israel,” an exhibition that focuses on the development of cultural identity in ancient Israel and neighboring lands during the Bronze Age. In addition, the Penn Museum offers a collection of objects from across the globe; along with public programs that cater to various ages and interests: from CultureFEST! Cultural celebrations, public lectures, and tours and conversations with Museum curators over coffee in the café, to free strolls through history with the Museum Mile. Philadelphia Jewish Sports Hall of Fame Gratz College — Mandell Education Campus 7605 Old York Road • Melrose Park, PA 19027 215-635-7300, ext. 159 or 1-800-475-4635 • gratz.edu Specialized library of Judaic and Hebraic studies. Multilingual collection of books, periodicals, music and audio-visual materials. Rare-book room, a music library and a Holocaust oral-history archive. Open to the public. Adolph and Rose Levis Museum 2100 Arch St. • Philadelphia, PA 19103 215-900-7999 • info@phillyjewishsports.org • phillyjewishsports.org Celebrates the achievements of Philadelphia area Jewish sports heroes. A yearly induction ceremony and dinner are held in the Spring. Dedication opportunities are available in the museum. Group tours, which are lead by a docent, are available by appointment. Van Pelt Library Philadelphia Museum of Jewish Art University of Pennsylvania • 3420 Walnut St. Philadelphia, PA 19104 • 215-898-7555 library@pobox.upenn.ed • library.upenn.edu/vanpelt
Large collection of biblical studies, rabbinical studies, Jewish history and medieval and modern Hebrew language and literature. Stacks and seminar rooms are open to the public. MUSEUMS AND EXHIBITS Fred Wolf Jr. Gallery KleinLife • 10100 Jamison Ave. • Philadelphia, PA 19116 A professional art gallery housing a variety of exhibits throughout the year, including secular shows, as well as those of interest to the Jewish community. The KleinLife Shoppe carries a unique line of Judaica and gifts. Esther Raab Holocaust Museum and Goodwin Education Center Betty & Milton Katz Jewish Community Center 1301 Springdale Road, Suite 200 • Cherry Hill, N.J. 08003 856-751-9500, ext.1249 • raabgoodwin@jfedsnj.org • jcrcsnj.org/goodwin Full-time institution dedicated to Holocaust education with a reference library, lending library and multimedia resources. Offers a collection of historical photographs, artifacts and Nazi paraphernalia. Also offers a speaker’s bureau supporting outreach to students and adult groups. Holocaust Awareness Museum and Education Center KleinLife • 10100 Jamison Ave., Room 210 •Philadelphia, PA 215-464-4701 • Fax: 215-464-4703 • info@hamec.org • hamec.org Provides educational programs, including eyewitness Holocaust survivor testimony and professional theater productions, to teach students the lessons of the Holocaust. Primary target group is students in fifth through 12th grade. 128 National Liberty Museum — America’s Home for Heroes THE GUIDE 2019/2020 Congregation Rodeph Shalom • 615 N. Broad St. • Philadelphia, PA 19123 215-627-6747 • Fax: 215-267-1313 • rodephshalom.org Dedicated to exhibiting contemporary art that illuminates the Jewish experience. PMJA has organized solo and group exhibitions of work in the broadest range of mediums by artists of diverse backgrounds. In addition to its special-exhibit gallery, the Museum features a permanent collection of important works by accomplished artists, including William Anastasi, Chaim Gross, Tobi Kahn, Joan Snyder, Shelley Spector, Boaz Vaadia, Diane Burko, and Roman Vishniac. Call to make an appointment. The Rosenbach of the Free Library of Philadelphia 2008-2010 Delancey St. • Philadelphia, PA 19103 215-732-1600 • info@rosenbach.org • rosenbach.org The collection includes the first Haggadah printed in America and letters of the Gratz family of Philadelphia. Open to the public, but access to specific objects and books is by appointment only. The Sam Azeez Museum of Woodbine Heritage 610 Washington Ave. • P.O. Box 517 • Woodbine, NJ 08270 609-626-3831 • Fax: 609-861-5355 • Jane.Stark@stockton.edu • thesam.org Celebrates more than a century of Jewish history in northwest Cape May County in the restored Brotherhood Synagogue in the Baron de Hirsch Agricultural Colonies in New Jersey. The museum documents the legacy of Russian Jewish settlers in this area. Admission is free. Groups welcome. Special tours by appointment. Temple Judea Museum of Keneseth Israel Reform Congregation Keneseth Israel 8339 Old York Road • Elkins Park, PA 19027 215-887-2027 or 215-887-8700 • Fax: 215-887-1070 tjmuseum@kenesethisrael.org • kenesethisrael.org/museum Houses a collection of objects and presents three original exhibitions annually that feature Judaica, Jewish history, Israel and contemporary art. Artist members are part of the TJMuseum Collaborative. Admission is free, and groups are welcome by appointment. Tours are available of “The Prophetic Quest,” Jacob Landau’s stained-glass installation. MUSIC Israel Scout Friendship Caravan gande99@prodigy.net • israelscouts.org/friendship-caravan Sponsors programs which develop and maintain a connection between the Tzofim (Israel Scouts) movement in Israel and North American Jewry. Congregation Mikveh Israel 44 N. Fourth St. • Philadelphia, PA 19106 215-922-5446 • Fax: 215-922-1550 • info@mikvehisrael.org • mikvehisrael.org Spanish-Portuguese synagogue founded in 1740. Located on Inde­pen­dence Mall and known as the “Synagogue of the American Revolution,” it is the oldest formal congregation in Philadelphia and the oldest continuously operating synagogue in the United States. Congregation Mikveh Israel Cemetery Eighth and Spruce Sts. • Philadelphia, PA 19107 • 215-922-5446 A national shrine and part of Independence National Historical Park. One of the oldest Jewish cemeteries in the United States, with graves dating from 1740. Interred here are Haym Solomon, Rebecca Gratz and 21 veterans of the American Revolution. Mikveh Israel has two other cemeteries with historical significance: 11th and Federal streets, which dates to the Civil War, and 55th and Market streets. Frank Synagogue ChaiLights A Cappella Einstein Medical Center Philadelphia 5501 Old York Road • Philadelphia, PA 19141 • 215-456-6055 Modeled after first- and second-century synagogues discovered in the Galilee region of north central Israel, this small, historically certified synagogue was originally dedicated in 1901 and reflects the Einstein Healthcare Network’s cultural heritage. Jewkebox Hebrew Mutual Burial Association Cemetery Nashirah, the Jewish Chorale of Greater Philadelphia Monument to the Six Million Martyrs c/o Tribe 12, 1900 Market St., 8th Floor, Philadelphia, PA 19103 267-652-0088 • thechailights@gmail.com tribe12.org/2017/05/21/the-chailights Post-collegiate Jewish a cappella group. Young adults who perform Jewish and American music a cappella. It is a member of KEYhillah and Contemporary A Cappella League. jewkeboxtemple@gmail.com • @JewkeboxTU (Facebook, Instagram) Student-run Jewish a cappella group in partnership with Hillel at Temple. Frequently performs at synagogues and community centers in the Greater Philadelphia area. P.O. Box 22492 • Philadelphia, PA 19110 • nashirah.org Community-based chorale in the Greater Philadelphia area performing exclusively Jewish and Jewish-themed music. Philadelphia Workmen’s Circle Chorus (Arbeter Ring) 215-572-0971 • 856-816-7489 • phillywcc.conductor@gmail.com Promotes and perpetuates Yiddish music, language and culture via performances of at community events, synagogues, public libraries, senior centers and other venues throughout the Delaware Valley. Bookings accepted all year long. New singers always welcome. Shabbatones 215-898-7391 • contact@pennshabbatones.com • pennshabbatones.com Student-run Jewish a cappella group at the University of Pennsylvania in partnership with Hillel at UPenn. Frequently performs at synagogues and community centers in the Greater Philadelphia area. LANDMARKS Beth Sholom Synagogue Beth Sholom Preservation Foundation 8231 Old York Road • Elkins Park, PA 19027 215-887-1342, ext. 157 • tours@bethsholomcongregation.org bethsholompreservation.org Created to preserve the Beth Sholom Synagogue, a National Historic Landmark. Only synagogue ever designed by Frank Lloyd Wright. The foundation’s mission is to preserve the Wright-designed building, furniture and landscape setting to tell the stories of this synagogue to a wide variety of audiences. Congregation Rodeph Shalom 615 N. Broad St. • Philadelphia, PA 19123 215-627-6747 • Fax: 215-627-1313 info@rodephshalom.org • rodephshalom.org Oldest congregation in the U.S. descended from Western European Jews. The synagogue is entered in the National Register of Historic Places. 1850 Cemetery Lane • Philadelphia, PA 19142 Founded in 1857 by a group of Dutch Jews, the site contains about 440 graves of Dutch Ashkenazic and Sephardic Jews, including many Civil War and Spanish American War veterans. Horwitz-Wasserman Holocaust Memorial Plaza 16th St. and the Benjamin Franklin Parkway This memorial sculpture was the first public Holocaust monument in the United States. The Philadelphia Holocaust Remembrance Foundation worked on preserving the existing monument and redeveloping the site around it—The Horwitz-Wasserman Holocaust Memorial Plaza—with historical artifacts and educational elements. The expanded plaza was completed in October 2018. THEATER Anne Frank Theater Project Holocaust Museum and Educational Center KleinLife • 10100 Jamison Ave., Room 210 Philadelphia, PA 19116 • 215-464-4701 • Fax: 215-464-4703 info@hamec.org • hamec.org Provides theater pieces educating viewers about prejudice, intolerance and bigotry, as well as heightening awareness that moral courage can move one to action and assist in improving the lives of others. Offers two plays dealing with the Holocaust and how everyday people were affected by the Nazi regime. Theatre Ariel P.O. Box 0334 • Merion Station, PA 19066 Administrative mail: 1623 Addison St., Philadelphia, PA 19146 610-667-9230 • info@theatreariel.org • theatreariel.org Produces new and established plays that illuminate the social, cultural and spiritual heritage of the Jewish people. Theatre Ariel presents a season of Salon Theatre performances in the intimate setting of private homes. The theatre brings Jewish Theatre performances, workshops and lectures to synagogues, community centers, schools, and community organizations. Synagogues and community organizations commission Theatre Ariel to create special tailor- made Jewish theatre programs and events for their constituency. THE GUIDE 2019/2020 129 INFORMATION AND REFERRAL Abramson Care Advisors 1425 Horsham Road • North Wales, PA 19454 215-371-3400 or 1-888-340-0080 • Fax: 215-371-3030 info@abramsonseniorcare.org • abramsonseniorcare.org Senior-care professionals available 24/7 to provide free telephone advice to older adults and their families who have questions or concerns regarding aging or aging services. Philadelphia Bar Association • 1101 Market St. • Philadelphia, PA 19107 215-238-6333 • 215-238-6300 • LRIS.Philadelphiabar.org Provides legal information and referral services. No direct legal assistance given. KleinLife Bucks County Courthouse • 215-348-6000 • 1-888-942-8257 • buckscounty.org 10100 Jamison Ave. • Philadelphia, PA 19116 215-698-7300 • Fax: 215-673-7447 • info@kleinlife.org • KleinLife.org Provides ongoing support and referral services for: short term counseling, family mediation, group counseling, Medicare benefits review, assisted living and nursing home transition, medical and health related issues (including adaptive equipment), and utility shut off notice resolutions and advocacy. CARIE: Center for Advocacy for the Rights and Interests of the Elderly 610-278-3000 • monocarp.org Bucks County Administrative Information 1500 JFK Blvd., Suite 1500 • Philadelphia, PA 19102 215-545-5728 or 1-800-356-3606 • Fax: 215-545-5372 • carie.org Provides outreach, education, advocacy and information to older adults, caregivers and service providers. Assists older people living in the community or in long-term-care facilities with problem-solving and complaint resolution. City of Philadelphia 311 • 215-686-2181 • Fax. 215-686-1910 philly311@phila.gov • phila.gov • 215-686-2181 • Fax#: 215-686-2180 City Hall, Office 215, Philadelphia, PA 19107 Chester County Administrative Information Chester County Courthouse 610-344-6000 or 1-800-692-1100 • Fax: 610-344-5995 • chesco.org Delaware County Administrative Information Delaware County Courthouse and Government Center 610-891-4000 • 855-889-7827 (crisis line) webmaster@co.delaware.pa.us • co.delaware.pa.us Independence Visitor Center 599 Market St. • One N. Independence Mall West 1-800-537-7676 or 215-965-7676 • Fax: 215-925-6106 questions@phlvisitorcenter.com • PHLVisitorcenter.com Provides free, comprehensive orientation to the Philadelphia region, including maps, brochures and ticket sales to many tours and attractions. Jewish Family and Children’s Service of Greater Philadelphia Administrative office: 2100 Arch St., 5th Floor • Philadelphia, PA 19103 1-866-JFCS-NOW or 1-866-532-7669 • info@jfcsphilly.org • jfcsphilly.org Offers comprehensive information and referrals for social service programs and services of interest to community members. 130 Lawyer and Informational Referral Line (LRIS) THE GUIDE 2019/2020 Montgomery County Administrative Information Senior Law Center Two Penn Center • 1500 John F. Kennedy Blvd., Suite 1501 Philadelphia, PA 19102 215-988-1242 (helpline) • 1-877-727-7529 • seniorlawcenter.org Provides civil legal services and community education to Philadelphia residents aged 60 and over and provides free legal advice, information and referral services statewide. PCA Help Line Philadelphia Corporation for Aging 642 N. Broad St. • Philadelphia, PA 19130 215-765-9040 or 1-888-482-9060 (outside Philadelphia) Fax: 215-765-9066 • info@pcacares.org • pcacares.org Offers comprehensive information and referrals for all programs and services of interest to senior citizens. 215-765-9041 (for the hearing-impaired). United Way of Southeastern Pennsylvania 1709 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy. • Philadelphia, PA 19103 211 or 215-665-2500 • 1-866-964-7922 nfo@211sepa.org • unitedforimpact.org • 211sepa.org General information and referral service under the auspices of the United Way. Serves the five-county Greater Philadelphia area. COMMERCIAL DIRECTORY The Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia and The Jewish Exponent do not endorse and cannot guarantee the kashrut, kashrut supervision or quality of any goods or services provided by the com- mercial establishments listed below. Individuals should call the establish- ments when in doubt. Kashrut was certified as of June 1, 2019. B akeries Best Cake Bakery 7594 Haverford Ave. Philadelphia, PA 19151 215-878-1127 Supervised by the Keystone-K, The Keystone-K, Community Kashrus of Greater Philadelphia. (Pareve). Closed on Shabbat. Buy the Dozen 123 W. Rockland St. Philadelphia, PA 19120 610-667-9440 Supervised by Mekor Baruch Orthodox Kosher Supervision. Wholesale bakery open to the public, with quantities sold in larger amounts. Dairy and Pareve. Cramer Bakery, Inc. 14 E. Afton Ave. Yardley, PA 19380 215-493-2760 or 215-321-5707 cramerbakery.com Supervised by Rabbi Isaac Leiserowski. (Dairy and Pareve) Giant Food Stores, Inc., In-Store Bakery 2550 Grant Ave. Philadelphia, PA 19114 (215) 464-8280 2nd Street Pike and Knowler Avenue Southampton, PA 18966 215-357-5324 • Fax: 215-357-4928 315 York Road Upper Moreland, PA 19090 215-357-5324 Fax: 215-357-4928 1760 Dekalb Pike Blue Bell, PA 19422 610-239-7802 700 Stony Hill Road Yardley, PA 19067 215-493-3540 The five Giant in-store bakeries listed above: supervised by Ko Kosher Service. (Dairy & Pareve) Homemade Goodies by Roz 510 S. Fifth St. Philadelphia, PA 19147 215-592-9616 homemadegoodiesbyroz. weebly.com Supervised by the Keystone-K, Community Kashrus of Greater Philadelphia. (Pareve and Pas Yisroel). I Want Moore Bakery 220 Krams Ave. Philadelphia, PA 19127 267-225-8498 • 610-550-6260 iwantmoorebakery@outlook.com iwantmoorebakery.com Supervised by the Keystone-K, Community Kashrus of Greater Philadelphia. Kaplan’s New Model Bakery 901 N. Third St. Philadelphia, PA 19123 215-627-5288 questions@kaplansnewmodelbakery.com kaplansnewmodelbakery.com Supervised by Rabbi Yaakov Roth. Lipkin and Sons Bakery 8013 Castor Ave. Philadelphia, PA 19152 215-342-3005 and: 2153 S. Hancock St. Philadelphia, PA 19149 215-462-1637 lipkinsoriginalbakery.com Supervised by Ko Kosher Service. Oteri’s Italian Bakery 4919 N. 5th St. Philadelphia, PA 19120 215-457-4958 • oterisbakery@gmail. com • oterisitalianbakery.com Supervised by Mekor Baruch Orthodox Kosher Supervision. Wholesale only. Dairy only. Pastries, Pies and cakes. Rolings the Bakery 7848 Montgomery Ave. Elkins Park, PA 19027 215-635-5524 • rolingsthebakery.com Supervised by The Keystone-K, Community Kashrus of Greater Philadelphia. (Pareve and Pas Yisroel). ShopRite of Hatfield 170 Forty Foot Road Hatfield, PA 19440 215-368-4440, and: ShopRite of West Chester 1115 West Chester Pike West Chester, PA 19382 610-696-4066 Both ShopRites are supervised by Mekor Baruch Orthodox Kosher Supervision. Bakery is dairy; pareve items sold separately. Sweet Freedom Bakery 1424 South St. Philadelphia, PA 19146 215-545-1899, and: 1039 W. Lancaster Ave. Bryn Mawr, PA 19010 610-527-7323 sweetfreedombakery@gmail.com sweetfreedombakery.com Supervised by International Kosher Council (Brooklyn, NY). Kosher, Pareve (Vegan) throughout the year excluding Passover. Gluten-free, vegan, allergy-friendly bakery. Open on Saturdays. Taffets Bakery 1024 S. Ninth St. Philadelphia, PA 19147 215-551-5511 taffetsbakery@gmail.com taffets.com Supervised by International Kosher Council (Brooklyn, NY). Gluten- free breads and pastries. Open Saturdays. B utcher Glendale Kosher Meats and Poultry 732 Red Lion Road, Philadelphia, PA 19115 215-969-6599 Supervised by the Ko Kosher Service. C aterers À la Karte Kosher Boutique Cuisine & Catering 484-278-4101 alakarte4U@gmail.com alakartecatering.com Supervised by the Keystone-K, Community Kashrus of Greater Philadelphia. Barclay Caterers, Inc. 215-612-2837 or 856-424-9505 Fax: 215-612-2847 steve@barclaycaterers.com barclaycaterers.com Supervised by the International Kosher Council, Brooklyn, N.Y. Betty the Caterer 215-224-8400 • Fax: 215-224-8406 PeterO@BettyTheCaterer.com BettyTheCaterer.com Supervised by Rabbi Aaron D. Mehlman of National Kosher Supervision. Boscov à la Carte Catering 610-370-3718 • Fax: 610-370-3893 Sbonner@boscovs.com Boscovalacartecatering.com Supervised by Rabbi Yosef Lipsker of Chabad Luba­vitch of Berks County. Celebrations Caterer, Inc. 215-244-4400 celebrationsweddings.com Supervised by Traditional Kosher Supervision. Centre Catering at Germantown Jewish Centre 215-844-1507, ext 25 • avbaco@aol. com or germantownjewishcentre.org Supervised by Traditional Kosher Supervision. Internal Caterer for the Germantown Jewish Centre. CBS Gourmet Catering 215-671-1981 philyrabbi@hotmail.com cbscommunitycenter.com Supervised by the Keystone-K, Community Kashrus of Greater Philadelphia. Food Designs, Inc 215-284-7569 • 215-843-2292 Jannette@FoodDesignsInc.com fooddesignsinc.com Supervised by Rabbi Yitzchok M. Leizerowski. J-Dogs 856-336-2585 J-Dogs.com info@j-dogs.com Supervised by the Ko Kosher Service. THE GUIDE 2018/2019 131 Jake’s Kosher Smoked Meat 610-755-5564 JakesKosher@gmail.com Supervised by the Keystone-K, Community Kashrus of Greater Philadelphia. Kosher Catering Philadelphia, LLC. Chef Daniel Israel Danielcisrael@gmail.com KosherCateringPhiladelphia.com Mehadrin/Glatt Kosher and under the supervision of Keystone-K The Keystone-K, Community Kashrus. Cholov Yisrael and Pas Yisrael. Kosher Foods and More, LLC 267-722-8530 • Fax: 267-722-8673 info@kosherfoodsandmore.com kosherfoodsandmore.com Supervised by the Keystone-K, Community Kashrus of Greater Philadelphia. Kosher In Philly Catering 215-922-6183 kosherinphilly@gmail.com mikvehisrael.org Supervised by the Keystone-K, Community Kashrus of Greater Philadelphia. Glatt Kosher and Pas Yisroel. Leslie Rosen Catering Our Kosher Kitchen 610-660-0680 • Fax: 610-660-9744 info@RosenCatering.com LeslieRosenCatering.com Supervised by Rabbi Isaac Leizerowski. Kosher by request only. Miss Rachel’s Pantry 215-798-0053 catering@missrachelspantry.com missrachelspantry.com Supervised by the International Kosher Council in Brooklyn, N.Y. Vegan. Meal delivery service and catering. Nana’s Kitchen & Catering @ the J 610-668-1720 nanask.philly@gmail.com • nanask. com Supervised by Community Kashrus of Greater Philadelphia. Israeli-Argentine fusion. Panache Caterers by Foodarama 215-633-7100 or 1-888-309-3800 sales@foodarama.com Supervised by Ko Kosher Service. 132 THE GUIDE 2018/2019 PCK Catering—Juliart Catering 212-327-1144 petercallahan.com Supervised by the Ko Kosher Service. Peachtree Kosher 484-580-8260 • Fax: 484-580-8303 sales@peachtreecatering.com peachtreecatering.com Supervised by the Traditional Kosher Supervision. R&R Catering 215-878-6264 • Fax: 215-878-0697 info@wecaterkosher.com wecaterkosher.com Supervised by the Keystone-K, Community Kashrus of Greater Philadelphia. Sapid Catering Service Located at Barrack Hebrew Academy 267-918-0288 Supervised by the Keystone-K, Community Kashrus of Greater Philadelphia. Savvati Caterers 650-762-5581 savvatigourmet@gmail.com savvatigourmet.com Supervised by the Keystone-K, Community Kashrus of Greater Philadelphia. Shalom Pizzeria Catering 215-878-1500 shalompizza@yahoo.com shalompizzeria.com/party-menu Supervised by the Keystone-K, Community Kashrus of Greater Philadelphia. Pas Yisroel, Chalav Yisroel dairy. Zev Seidman’s Catering 215-477-0864 or 610-649-5611 Supervised by the Keystone-K, Community Kashrus of Greater Philadelphia. F acilities for K osher C atering Celebrations Wedding Venue 2201 Gallow Road Bensalem, PA 19020 215-244-4400 celebrationsweddings.com Supervised by Traditional Kosher Supervision. Citizens Bank Park 1001 Pattison Ave. Philadelphia, PA 19148 215-218-5100 • 215-564-7985 Fax: 215-564-7459 • phillies.com SpecialEvents@phillies.com Bar/Bat Mitzvahs, receptions, weddings, etc. Kosher food and catering may be brought in to the venue. Falk Dining Room (Kosher Dining at U. of P.) Steinhardt Hall • 215 S. 39th St. Philadelphia, PA 19104 215-573-7596 • Fax: 215-746-0411 rhollander@pennhillel.org pennhillel.org/kosherdining Supervised by the Keystone-K, Community Kashrus of Greater Philadelphia. In-house facilities available for community events and private parties for up to 250 guests. Take-out meals available. Gratz College Melrose Park, PA 19027 215-635-7300, ext. 133 dklimoff@gratz.edu • gratz.edu Auditorium, chapel and library available for rent for secular or Jewish occasions, corporate meetings, weddings, training seminars, speaker events, etc. Offers a stage for community theater groups and a venue for art exhibitions. Green Valley Country Club 201 Ridge Pike Lafayette Hill, PA 19444 610-828-3000 • Fax: 610-828-0372 receptionist@greenvalleycc.org greenvalleycc.org Hyatt at the Bellevue 200 S. Broad St. Philadelphia, PA 19102 215-893-1234 • Fax: 215-892-4833 conciergephlph@hyatt.com philadelphia.bellevue.hyatt.com Does not have a kosher kitchen, but is willing to assist guests in making appropriate arrangements. Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy 272 S. Bryn Mawr Ave. Bryn Mawr, PA 19010 Supervised by the Keystone-K, Community Kashrus of Philadelphia. Meat and Dairy kitchens. The Mansion on Main Street 3000 Main St. • Voorhees, NJ 08043 856-751-1717 • Fax: 856-751-5366 mansiononmainstreet.com Supervised by Mekor Baruch Orthodox Kosher, by request. National Museum of American Jewish History 101 S. Independence Mall Philadelphia, PA 19106 215-923-3811, ext. 143 eweiss@nmajh.org nmajh.org/eventspace Kosher catering available. See ad on page 39 Talamore Country Club 723 Talamore Drive Ambler, PA 19002 215-641-1300 • Fax: 215-643-1356 karen.ferry@talamorefamily.net talamorepa.com Kosher services from preferred vendors. Valley Forge Casino Resort 1160 First Ave. King of Prussia, PA 19046 610-354-8220 or 610-768-3215 vfcasino.com Kosher caterers may be brought in. F ood M arkets À la Karte Kosher Boutique Cuisine, Catering & Store 302 Levering Mill Road Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004 484-278-4101 alakarte4U@gmail.com alakartecatering.com Supervised by the Keystone-K, Community Kashrus of Greater Philadelphia. Rotating selection of frozen soups, entrees and sauces. Acme Narberth 829 Montgomery Ave. Narberth, PA 19072 610-668-1738 • Fax: 610-668-2549 Kosher department, under Orthodox Union supervision, includes deli, bakery, fresh meats, fish, sushi, dairy, frozen foods, produce and dry goods. Giant Food Stores Glatt Kosher Deli 737 Huntingdon Pike Huntingdon Valley, PA 19006 215-379-6900 • Fax: 215-379-2487 Supervised by the Keystone-K, Community Kashrus of Greater Philadelphia. Has a selection of kosher products, including Cholov Yisroel dairy products, Empire and Aaron’s poultry and meats. Kosher deli-rotisserie chickens and fresh fish counter. Giant Food Stores Glatt Kosher Deli & Kosher Fish 50 E. Wynnewood Road Wynnewood, PA 19096 610-642-5206 Glatt-kosher deli and kosher fish. Supervised by the The Keystone-K, Community Kashrus of Greater Philadelphia. Goldie’s Falafel at Whole Foods Market 2100 Pennsylvania Ave. Philadelphia, PA 19130 215-557-0015 Supervised by the International Kosher Council in Brooklyn, N.Y. House of Kosher Gourmet Market 9806 Bustleton Ave. Philadelphia, PA 19115 215-677-8100 • 267-722-8530 houseofkosher.com Gourmet kosher market. Retail outlet for kosher foods and kosher catering. Under the supervision of Keystone-K— Community Kashrus Kosher Foods and More LLC 2480 Pine Road, Unit C Huntingdon Valley, PA 19006 267-722-8530 • Fax: 267-722-8573 info@kosherfoodsandmore.com kosherfoodsandmore.com Supervised by the Keystone-K, Community Kashrus of Greater Philadelphia. Wholesale distrib- utor of kosher food, delivering products to homes and businesses. Meats, poultry, fish, dairy prod- ucts, packaged foods, vegetables and paper goods available. R&R Produce and Fish 7551 Haverford Ave. Philadelphia, PA 19151 215-878-6264 • Fax: 215-878-0697 info@wecaterkosher.com wecaterkosher.com Supervised by the Keystone-K, Community Kashrus of Greater Philadelphia. ShopRite Kosher Experience Garden State Pavilion Route 70 West and Cornell Ave. Cherry Hill, N.J. 08002 856-910-2323 • Fax: 856-910-2310 Certified by Cherry K Vaad Hakashruth, Rabbi E. Epstein. ShopRite “Kosher on the Boulevard” 11000 Roosevelt Blvd. Philadelphia, PA 19116 215-673-1200 • Fax: 215-673-4209 Supervised by the Keystone-K, Community Kashrus of Greater Philadelphia. Kosher bakery, deli; rotisserie chickens and fresh kosher meat. R estaurants Blackbird Pizzeria 614 N. Second St. Philadelphia, PA 19147 267-324-5224 contact@blackbirdpizzeria.com blackbirdpizzeria.com Vegan, pareve. Supervised by the International Kosher Council in Brooklyn, N.Y. The Café at the Perelman Center for Jewish Life Hillel at Drexel University 118 N. 34th St. Philadelphia, PA 19104 267-382-7647 • 215-895-2531 asbury-blair@aramark.com Supervised by the Community Kashrus of Greater Philadelphia. Open to the public during the academic year for weekday lunches and dinners. Charlie Was A Sinner 131 S. 13th St. Philadelphia, PA 19107 267-758-5372 inquire@chaliewasasinner.com charliewasasinner.com Supervised by International Kosher Council (Brooklyn, N.Y.). Vegan, pareve. Open Saturdays. C & R Tavern and Market 261 Montgomery Ave. Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004 610-257-7577 citronrosetavern.com Supervised by the Keystone-K, Community Kashrus of Greater Philadelphia. Tavern/bar food, meat and fish entrees. Espresso Café & Sushi Bar 7814 Castor Ave.
 Philadelphia, PA 19152 215-745-0130 espressoCafeKosher.com Supervised by the Keystone-K, Community Kashrus of Greater Philadelphia. Kosher dairy- Cholov Yisroel. Falk Dining Room (Penn Kosher Dining) Steinhardt Hall 125 S. 39th St. Philadelphia, PA 19104 215-573-7596 • Fax: 215-773-8030 rhollander@pennhillel.org pennhillel.org/kosherdining Supervised by the Keystone-K, Community Kashrus of Greater Phila­del­phia. Open during the academic year for weekday lunch and dinner hours. Shabbat and holiday dinner and lunch are available by advanced reser- vation only. Govinda’s Gourmet Vegetarian Restaurant and Pizza Parlor 1408 South St. Philadelphia, PA 19146 215-545-5452 govindasvegetarian@gmail.com govindasvegetarian.com Supervised by International Kosher Council (Brooklyn, NY). Open Saturdays. Regular pizza is Pas Yisroel and Cholov Yisroel; specialty cheeses may be Cholov Stam. Hey Hummus 2101 Chestnut St. Philadelphia, PA 19103 267-606-6942 hummushey@gmail.com Supervised by International Kosher Council (Brooklyn, NY). Both vegetarian and meat toppings. Glatt Kosher under Hashgacha Temidit. Closed Shabbat and Yom Tov. Judah Mediterranean Grill 9311 Krewstown Road Philadelphia, PA 19115 215-613-6110, 215-613-6110 JudahGrill@hotmail.com JudahGrill.com • Supervised by Rabbi Moshe Arbiv (Kashrut Mehadrin Philadelphia). Luhv Vegan Deli Reading Terminal Market • 51 N. 12th St. • Philadelphia, PA 19107 903-600-LUHV or 903-600-5848 silvia@luhvfood.com luhvfood.com Supervised by International Kosher Council (Brooklyn, NY). Vegan, Pareve. Open Saturdays. Mama’s Vegetarian Restaurant 18 S. 20th St. Philadelphia, PA 19103 215-751-0477 • 215-751-0488 mamasvegetarian@gmail.com mamasvegetarian.com Supervised by The Keystone-K, Community Kashrus of Greater Philadelphia. Miss Rachel’s Pantry 1938 S. Chadwick St. Philadelphia, PA 19145 215-798-0053 catering@missrachelspantry.com missrachelspantry.com Supervised by the International Kosher Council in Brooklyn, N.Y. Vegan. Saturday night dinners by reservation only. Nana’s at Bala 321 Montgomery Ave. Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004 610-668-1720 nanask.philly@gmail.com nanask.com Supervised by The Keystone-K, Community Kashrus of Greater Philadelphia. THE GUIDE 2018/2019 133 New Harmony Vegetarian 135 N. Ninth St. Philadelphia, PA 19107 215-627-4520 harmony049@hotmail.com Supervised by Mekor Baruch Orthodox Kosher Supervision. Palace Royal Kosher Belair Shopping Center 9859 Bustleton Ave. Philadelphia, PA 19115 215-677-3323 • prkosher@gmail.com Supervised by the Keystone-K, Community Kashrus of Philadelphia. Philly’s Kosher Deli at Chabad at Penn 4032-34 Spruce St. Philadelphia, PA 19104 215-746-6115 menschmidt@gmail.com lubavitchhouse.com Kosher and under the supervision of Keystone-K – Community Kashrus. All Meat is Glatt, all baked goods are Pas Yisroel, and all Dairy is Cholov Yisroel. P.S.& Co-Pure Sweets Café 1706 Locust St. Philadelphia, PA 19103 215-985-1706 info@puresweets.com puresweets.com Supervised by International Kosher Council (Brooklyn, NY). Organic, gluten-free, vegan, kosher pareve cafe. Shalom Pizzeria 7598 Haverford Ave. Philadelphia, PA 19151 215-878-1500 • Fax: 215-878-1589 Shalompizzeria.com Supervised by the Keystone-K, Community Kashrus of Greater Philadelphia. Star of David Kosher Grill 942 Montgomery Ave. Narberth, PA 19072 484-278-4129 kosherstarofdavid.com Supervised by the Keystone-K, Community Kashrus of Philadelphia. Su Xing House 1508 Sansom St. Philadelphia, PA 19102 215-564-1419 SuXingHouse.com Supervised by the Inter­national Kosher Council in Brooklyn, N.Y. Vegan, pareve, some dairy desserts. 134 THE GUIDE 2018/2019 The Tasty 1401 S. 12th St. Philadelphia, PA 19147 thetastyphilly@gmail.com thetastyphilly.com Supervised by International Kosher Council (Brooklyn, NY). Vegan. Open Saturdays. Vegan Tree 726 South St. Philadelphia, PA 19147 215-454-2898 742vegantree.com Supervised by International Kosher Council (Brooklyn, NY). Vegan. Open Saturdays. Zaydee’s Kosher Delicatessen Edward H. Rosen Hillel Center at Temple University 1441 W. Norris St. Philadelphia, PA 19121 215-777-9797 templehillel.com/servicesdiningand holidays Supervised by the Keystone-K, Community Kashrus of Greater Philadelphia. Kosher “New York- style” deli meals. Open to the public during the academic year for weekday lunches and dinners. S pecialty F oods Dottie’s Donuts Horsham, PA 19044 215-646-4558 • or 215-675-7491 Fax: 215-675-7616 info@annscakepan.com annscakepan.com Supervised by Mekor Baruch Orthodox Kosher Supervision by request only. 4529 Springfield Ave., and 509 S. Sixth St., Philadelphia, PA 19147 Dottiesdonuts@gmail.com Supervised by International Kosher Council (Brooklyn, NY). Pareve, vegetarian-vegan. Open Saturdays. Coffee shop, Serves breakfast, vegetarian/vegan restaurant, grocery store. Au Bon Cake Edible Arrangements Ann’s Cake Pan 215-860-5585 nathalie@AuBonCake.com auboncake.com Supervised by Lakewood Outreach Congregation-Ezrat Torah. Custom order only: artistic cakes for all occasions, dairy and non-dairy (pareve). Bagel Bistro Westtown Marketplace Shopping Center 1502 West Chester Pike West Chester, PA 19382 610-696-8000 • Fax: 610-698-6845 bagelbistro@yahoo.com bagelbistropa.com Supervised by Ko Kosher Service. Bagels and breads, smoked fish and veggie trays. Ben and Jerry’s 1726 Sansom St. • 215-454-6985 215 S 40th St. • 215-382-5092 Only the following locations are Kosher and under the supervision of the International Kosher Council (Brooklyn, NY). Open Saturdays. Betty, Inc. (Wholesale) 1801 S. Swanson St. Philadelphia, PA 19148 215-339-9999 • bettyinc.com Licensed to use Keystone-K symbol on specific products that meet the Keystone-K’s standards. Wholesale/retailer of name brand and closeout mer- chandise. Center City Soft Pretzel Company 816 Washington Ave. Philadelphia, PA 19147 215-463-5664 • Fax: 215-463-5949 centercitypretzel@verizon.net centercitypretzel.com Supervised by the Keystone-K, Community Kashrus of Greater Philadelphia. Retail sales & bulk packaging. Custom shapes and sizes available. ediblearrangements.com 101 East Moreland Road Willow Grove, PA 19090 215-315-3801 1415 City Ave. • Wynnewood, PA 610-896-3595 Supervised by the Traditional Kosher Supervision. Fruit creations delivered. (Dairy) Edible Arrangements 130 York Town Plaza Elkins Park, PA 19027 215-885-4500 • Fax: 215-855-4544 Supervised by Ko Kosher Service. All fruit arrangements are kosher and pareve (sealed sauce jar is dairy). All fruit and choco- late-dipped arrangements are kosher and dairy. Special kosher- for-Passover arrangements available. The Fat Badger Bakery 5118 Applebutter Road Pipersville, PA 18947 267-362-5326 • customerservice@ fatbadgerbakery.com • fatbadgerbak- ery.com Supervised by the OU, Union of Orthodox Jewish Congregations of America. Dairy-free, vegan cookie bakery. Products are Kosher, excluding Passover. Git USA, Inc. 328 Cranford Road Cherry Hill, N.J. 08003 856-795-1519 • Fax: 856-795-1518 info@gitfood.com • gitfood.com Kosher food distributor. Hava NaGrilla—BBQ Event 1001 Remington Road Wynnewood, PA 19096 Supervised by the Keystone K— Community Kashrus of Greater Philadelphia. Annual one-day event in the held in the summer. Irene’s Bakery and Gourmet Kitchen 1746 Winchester Road Bensalem, PA 19020 1-888-5-IRENES cs@irenesbakery.com irenesbakery.com Wholesale-only provider of bak- ery goods and prepared foods. Supervised by the Orthodox Union. Jewish style bakery and deli prod- ucts. Also mainstream products such as blintzes, knishes, stuffed cabbage, soups, cookies and rugal- lah, along with fat- and sodium-free biscotti. La Chic N Sweet 1257 Serota Place Philadelphia, PA 19115 215-327-6890 lachicnsweet@gmail.com lachicnsweet.com Supervised by Rabbi A. Gabay of Beit HaRambam Synagogue. Kosher cake designs. LeBus Artisan Bakery
 479 Shoemaker Road King of Prussia, PA 19406 610-337-1444 • Fax: 610-337-8899 lebusbakery.com Supervised by Mekor Baruch Orthodox Kosher Supervision. Only select items are kosher. Bread and pastries only. Some items are pareve. Kosher Crops 7588 Haverford Ave. Philadelphia, PA 19151 267-438-9397 koshercrops@gmail.com koshercrops.com Supervised by the Keystone K— Community Kashrus of Greater Philadelphia. Uses only farm fresh Grade-A quality produce. Still, Kashrus precludes the ingestion of insects, therefore we inspect all our produce for bugs and infes- tation prior to packaging. Kosher Crops has a reliable hechsher from Keystone-K (keystone-k.org) and a Mashgiach Tamid on site. Kosher Grill at Wells Fargo Center 3601 South Broad Street Philadelphia, PA 19148 773-897-9904 Supervised by the Keystone K— Community Kashrus of Greater Philadelphia. Morabito Specialty Bread 757 Kohn St., Norristown, PA 19401 610-275-5419 • Fax: 610-275-0358 1-800-525-7747 paulf@morabito.com • morabito.com Supervised by Mekor Baruch Orthodox Kosher Supervision. New York Bagel in Philly 7555 Haverford Ave. Philadelphia, PA 19151 215-840-6010 Supervised by the Keystone-K, Community Kashrus of Greater Philadelphia. (Keystone-K). Closed on Shabbat. Old City Coffee Reading Terminal Market 1336 Arch St.,Philadelphia, PA 19107 • 215-592-1897 oldcitycoffee.com information@oldcitycoffee.com Supervised by Ko Kosher Service. All coffee is roasted in-house, whole bean and freshly ground. Olde City Kettle Corn 1022 Twin Silo Lane Huntingdon Valley, PA 19006 215-917-1752 oldecitykettlecorn.com Supervised by Ko Kosher Service. Pepsi Bottling Group 11701 Roosevelt Blvd. Philadelphia, PA 19154 215-961-4000 • 215-676-4000 Supervised by the Keystone-K, Community Kashrus. Performance Food Center 59 Airport Road, Pottstown, PA 19464, 888-732-9151 simpleagain.com/business Licensed to use The Keystone-K, Community Kashrus of Greater Philadelphia on its products. Rita’s Water Ice 1709 Grant Ave. Philadelphia, PA 19115 215-673-9490 110 Yorktown Plaza Elkins Park, PA 19027 215-886-7482 Only the locations above are under the supervision of the Keystone-K. Dairy. Shevy’s Babka Paradise Chabad of Fairmount 2000 Spring Garden Street, 1F Philadelphia, PA 19130 267-422-2799 Shevysbabka@gmail.com jewishfairmount.org Under the supervision of Keystone-K--Community Kashrus. All products are both Pareve and Pas Yisroel, unless marked Dairy -- Cholov Yisroel. Challah, babka, knishes, rugelach, etc. Shop Kosher Wine 304 Old Lancaster Road Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004 610-667-3880 info@levincompany.com shopkosherwine.com Worldwide selection of kosher wine. Sweet Trading Company 733-B Montgomery Ave. Narberth, PA 19072 • 267-935-9294 thesweettradingco@gmail.com thesweettradingco.com Supervised by the Keystone-K, Community Kashrus of Greater Philadelphia. Wricley Nut Products Co. 480 Pattison Ave. Philadelphia, PA 19148 215-467-1106 wricleynutproductsco.com Supervised by the Keystone-K, Community Kashrus of Greater Philadelphia. Only certain prod- ucts have Keystone-K symbol. Yosl’s Frozen Yogurt 137 Montgomery Ave. Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004 610-664-9675 m.rubenstein@aol.com hoslsfrozenyogurt.com Supervised by Rabbi Avraham Shmidman, Lower Merion Synagogue, Rabbi Avraham Steinberg, Young Israel of the Main Line. Z Candy Bar 306 Levering Mill Road Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004 610-668-1481 • zcandybar.com Supervised by The Keystone-K, Community Kashrus of Greater Philadelphia. Candy store. JEWISH ART DGLM Gallery 14252 Bustleton Ave. Philadelphia, PA 19116 215-856-9711 info@dglmgallery.com dglmgallery.com Committed to proving artwork from Israel, international artists, and religious artists (Judaica). Diane Hark 610-642-8076 DianeHarkArt@aol.com DianeHarkArt.com Original and commissioned paintings in watercolor or acrylic of Jewish themes, landscapes, and portraits, etc for homes, synagogues or organizations. Also available for scheduling art classes at senior facilities, assisted living and rehab nursing homes in the Greater Philadelphia area and Southern New Jersey. Henna Expression by Emanuelle 267-229-6354 HennaExpression@gmail.com hennaexpression.com Art form combining the swirls of classic henna design with spiritual symbols. Every design is unique and means something different to each person. Jean Designs 704 Sansom St., Studio 401 Philadelphia, PA 19106 215-922-2680 • Fax: 215-922-3990 info@jeandesigns.com jeandesigns.com Signature Judaic jewelry available to individuals, synagogue gift shops and Jewish museums. The Kugel Collaborative 1631-33 South St. Philadelphia, PA 19146 215-593-8264 ChabadArts@gmail.org chabadofthearts.org A Jewish student arts space and center devoted to Jewish life for students in Center City. Jonathan Kremer Art 610-945-7263 artist@jonathankremer.com jonathankremer.com Original Judaic art: prints, books and sculptural works. THE GUIDE 2018/2019 135 Joy Stember Metal Arts Studio 1160 Easton Road Abington, PA 19001 215-885-2930; joy@joystember.com JoyStember.com Creator of handmade pewter Judaica and objects for the home. Old City Jewish Arts Center 119 N. Third St. Philadelphia, PA 19106 215-923-1222 info@ocjac.org; ocjac.org Features a diversity of Jewish artists from across the region. Sponsors First Friday Shabbos Gallery, classes and workshops, musical programs and concerts. The center is a collaboration of the Jewish Heritage Program and Lubavitch House. Torah Dor 484-443-8487 • fred@torahdor.com torahdor.com Custom Bar/Bat Mitzvah invitations and gifts. Products include: save the date cards, invi- tations, decorations, gifts, thank you cards, etc. JEWISH ARTISTS (KETUBAHS) Deborah Kaplan 610-667-5889 • Fax: 610-667-2859 Deb1i1@icloud.com DeborahKaplanCalligraphy.com Arlene Diane Spector 215-782-8041 • arlenespector.com Tallulah Ketubahs— Rachel Marks 215-392-2953 info@tallulahketubahs.com tallulahketubahs.com Betsy Platkin Teutsch 215-438-6834 • BPTeutsch@aol.com TreesofLife3.com JEWISH BOOKSTORES AND GIFT SHOPS In addition to the establishments listed below, many synagogues have bookstores and gift shops. Bala Judaica and Jewelry All Jewish Gifts • 222 Bala Ave. Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004 610-664-1303 • alljewishgifts.com jewishweddings@msn.com facebook.com/ BalaJudaicaAndJewelry/ Ritual items for Shabbat and specific holidays, such as kid- dush cups, candlesticks, seder plates, menorahs, tallitot; jewelry from around the world, jewelry from Israel; books; limited-edition lithograph ketubahs; and large selection of kosher wine and liquors from around the world, specializing in Israeli wines. Offers free local delivery on cases. Because We Care/Baskets by Gayle 215-635-4774 • 215-677-6688 Sends gift trays of candy, nuts and homemade cookies all over the Greater Philadelphia area. Ac­cepts telephone orders. Designs food baskets for spe- cial occasions, such as Bar and Bat Mitzvah centerpieces and bimah baskets, which can be subsequently donated to the Mitzvah Food Project. A portion of the basket cost goes to the Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia. Cookies and pastries are kosher-style. Fine Judaica: Online Shop The Painted Name P.O. Box 94, Swarthmore, PA 19085 610-290-2936 customerservice@finejudaica.com finejudaica.com Online business featuring hand- painted personalized Judaic gifts. Offers a selection of baby, wedding, Bar/Bat Mitzvah gifts and more. Also offers china painting in both Hebrew and English. Israel Giftware Designs Division of Giftware International, Inc. 1280 Industrial Blvd. Southampton, PA 18966 267-288-0200 • 1-800-772-4801 israelgiftware@gmail.com IsraelGiftwareDesigns.com Affiliates: Israel Creations and Israel Designs. Judaica and holiday needs, mezuzot, talitot, jewelry, and giftware. Jerusalem Israeli Gift Shop 7818 Castor Ave. Philadelphia, PA 19152 215-342-1452 • Fax: 215-342-0183 gift18@aol.com Judaica and holiday needs, mezuzot, talitot, books, keubot, wines, Sukkot, jewelry, framed art, giftware, music and skin products. Luda’s Judaica 479 York Road • Jenkintown, PA 215-884-9800 Lana@ludasjudaica.com ludas.customerforlife.com Gifts for all Jewish holidays and occasions. The Mitzvah Mavens 112 Cricket Lane, Ardmore, PA 610-642-4002 themavens@themitzvahmavens.com Creates and sells T-shirts so that a mitzvah project can raise money for a charity or organi- zation. National Museum of American Jewish History Museum Shop 101 S. Independence Mall East Philadelphia, PA 19106-2197 215-923-0262 or 215-423-3811 Fax: 215-923-0763 orders@judaicashop.net judaicashop.net Offers a selection of ceremonial Judaica, ketubot and gifts, as well as handmade items by artists around the world. All profits from the store support the National Museum of American Jewish History in Philadelphia. JEWISH CEMETERIES Jewish Cemetery Association of Greater Philadelphia 215-646-7500 samuel.domsky@dignty-memorial.com Professional organization for all Jew­ish cemetery managers in Philadelphia region. Adath Jeshurun Cemetery 1855 Bridge St. Philadelphia, PA 19124 215-743-2524 Chesed Shel Emet at West Laurel Hill Cemetery 225 Belmont Ave. Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004 610-668-9900 contactus@forever-care.com westlaurelhill.com/services/jewish See ad inside front cover Chevra Bikur Cholim Cemetery 1853 Bridge St. Philadelphia, PA 19124 215-342-6113 Har Jehuda Cemetery and Mausoleum 8400 Lansdowne Ave. Upper Darby, PA 19082 610-789-2104 or 1-888-315-2104 Fax: 610-789-0849 info@harjehuda.com harjehuda.com Har Nebo Cemetery and Monuments 6061 Oxford Ave. Philadelphia, PA 19111 215-535-1530 • Fax: 215-535-5192 Har Zion Cemetery 1201 MacDade Blvd. Collingdale, PA 19023 215-726-1146 • Fax: 610-532-4870 Haym Salomon Memorial Park and Community Mausoleum 200 Moores Road • Frazer, PA 19355 610-644-1100 • Fax: 610-640-9863 info@haymsalomonmemorialpark.com haymsalomonmemorial­park.com A Levine Family Company King David Memorial Park 3594 Bristol Road. Bensalem, PA 19020 215-355-9917 • 215-464-4747 Kingdavidmemorialpark@gmail.com Mikveh Israel Cemetery 55th and Market streets 1114 Federal St. Eighth and Spruce streets Philadelphia, PA 19106
 215-922-5446 • mikvehisrael.org 136 THE GUIDE 2018/2019 Montefiore Cemetery Co. 600 Church Road Jenkintown, PA 19046 215-663-1250 mont600cem@montefiore.us montefiore.us Privately owned and endowed. All purchase plans are interest- free. See ad on page 29 Mount Carmel Cemetery 5722 Frankford Ave. Philadelphia, PA 19135 215-535-1530 • Fax: 215-535-5192 Mount Jacob Cemetery 700 Oak Lane Glenolden, PA 19036 610-583-1462 • Fax: 610-583 -5100 Mount Lebanon Cemetery 1200 Bartram Ave. Collingdale, PA 19023 610-583-3151 Mount Sharon Cemetery 502 E. Springfield Road P.O. Box 441 Springfield, PA 19064 610-543-8900 Mount Sinai Cemetery 1901 Bridge St. Philadelphia, PA 19124 215-886-8430 MtSinaiCemetery@aol.com mtsinaicemetery.org Mailing Address: 1077 Rydal Road, Suite 100 Rydal, PA 19046 Ohev Shalom Cemetery 320 East Brookhaven Road Brookhaven, PA 19015 Synagogue office: 610-874-1465 office@ohev.net ohev.net/pray/ohev-shalom-cemetery Roosevelt Memorial Park 2701 Old Lincoln Highway Trevose, PA 19053 215-673-7500 •1-800-34-DIGNITY Fax: 215-638-8115 rooseveltmemorialpark.com See ad on page 29 Shalom Memorial Park/ Forest Hills 25 Byberry Road (Byberry and Pine roads) Huntingdon Valley, PA 19006 215-673-5800 • Fax: 215-947-7568 dignitymemorial.com Tiferet Bet Israel Cemetery East Ridge Pike and Fairfield Road Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462 610-275-8797 (synagogue office) JEWISH FUNERAL AND SHIVAH ARRANGEMENTS In Time of Need-For Times of Loss 267-226-0758 or 484-437-2468 intimeofneed.usa@gmail.com theshivaladies.com Full-service company that can handle all pre- and post-funeral needs and logistics, allowing mourners to begin the healing process with out the distractions of making shiva preparations. Services are customizable and may include taking care of the details surrounding a tradi- tional shiva, alternative shiva or memorial service. JEWISH FUNERAL HOMES Berschler and Shenberg Funeral Chapels Inc. 1111 S. Bethlehem Pike Ambler, PA 19002 215-329-2900 BerschlerFuneral@yahoo.com BerschlerandShenberg.com Services are also available in Southern New Jersey Chapel, 24 N. Main Street, Medford, N.J. 08055; 856-665-5401 Goldsteins’ Rosenberg’s Raphael-Sacks Inc. 310 2nd Street Pike Southampton, PA 18966 and 6410 N. Broad St. Philadelphia, PA 19126, and Roth-Goldsteins’ Memorial Chapel, Pacific & New Hampshire Avenues, Atlantic City, NJ 08401 215-927-5800 • 1-800-622-6410 Fax: 215-927-3110 info@goldsteinsfuneral.com goldsteinsfuneral.com See ad on pages 40, 41, 83 Joseph Levine & Sons 4737 Street Road Trevose, PA 19053 1-800-992-3339 • 215-942-4700 Fax: 215-942-4737 info@levinefuneral.com levinefuneral.com and: 2811 West Chester Pike Broomall, PA 19008 610-325-2000 and Haym Salomon Memorial Park See ad on page 4 West Laurel Hill Funeral Home 225 Belmont Ave. Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004 610-668-9900 contactus@forever-care.com westlaurelhill.com/services/jewish Cemetery, funeral home, Jewish and green funerals and services, monuments and reception areas. JEWISH MONUMENTS Art Monument Company 7320 Wissinoming St. Philadelphia, PA 19136 215-725-2200, Fax:215-725-2697 info@artmonumentcompany.com artmonumentcompany.com Berschler and Shenberg Monuments 1111 S. Bethlehem Pike Ambler, PA 19002 berschlerfuneral@yahoo.com BerschlerandShenberg.com Philadelphia and suburbs: 215-329-2900 In Southern New Jersey: 24 N. Main Street, Medford, N.J. 08055; 856-665-5401. Shapiro Monuments 7956 Bustleton Ave. Philadelphia, PA 19152 215-745-7220 • 1-866-745-7024 shapiromonuments@gmail.com shapiromonuments.com Wertheimer Liberty Monuments 758 Second Street Pike Southampton, PA 18966 215-396-7470 or 215-806-7358 Fax: 215-396-7473 Izzy@WertheimerMonuments.com wertheimermonuments.com JEWISH FILM & DOCUMENTARIES Mitlas Productions 215-885-8888 Ext. 1 creative@MitlasProductions.com MitlasProductions.com Documentary filmmaking and legacy films for the Jewish community. JEWISH MUSICAL GROUPS Bobby Block and the Klezmer Kings 856-608-6963 • Fax: 856-608-6954 BobbyBlockMusic@aol.com Boris Musik 347-523-0985 borismusiknj@gmail.com Musician, singer, and song- writer. American standards, Broadway tunes, and popular party hits, as well as Israeli and traditional Jewish songs. Piano, keyboards, harmonica, and violin, and can host karaoke or provide instrumental music for your event. Bruce Fagan Music 215-540-0540 • Fax: 215-643-3174 bruce@faganmusic.com faganmusic.com American and Jewish music for weddings, Bar and Bat Mitzvahs, and all other social events. Band, power single and/or D.J. Doc Rachlin 610-356-3701 lrachlin123@gmail.com reverbnation.com/docrachlin American and Jewish music for weddings, bar mitzvahs etc; Band, Power Single and Deejay. Hazzan Jack Kessler 215-849-9227 • Fax: 215-849-0945 GoldenMedina@comcast.net klingonklezmer.com Atzilut — Concerts for Peace atzilutmusic.com Jewish/Arab cultural bridging project. Concerts for peace. Klingon Klezmer 215-849-9227 • Fax: 215-849-0945 goldenmedina@aol.com Progressive klezmer ensemble. Jeff Dershin 215-704-5503 jeffdershin@gmail.com jeffdershinmusic.com Speaker. Topic: “A Century of Jewish Music.” Ken Ulansey Ensemble 215-680-9222 (cell) • 215-635-2515 KU@KenUlansey.com KenUlansey.com Vocal and instrumental music for every occasion. THE GUIDE 2018/2019 137 Kinderlach Rock by Music Monkey Jungle P.O. Box 22610 Philadelphia, PA 19110 732-687-8134 lori@musicmonkeyjungle.com musicmonkeyjungle.com Original songs, dances and games designed to teach, celebrate and reinforce Jewish customs, tradi- tions, holidays and basic Hebrew. Mitlas Productions, LLC 215-885-8888 • Fax: 215-885-2279 creative@MitlasProductions.com MitlasProductions.com Full-service musical entertain- ment company providing klezmer and Israeli ensembles, popular American music dance bands and DJ s for special events. Also, film production: Creating Films Through a Jewish Lens. Musical Mommy 610-353-6625 andi@musicalmommy.com musicalmommy.com Interactive, fun Jewish musical entertainment through song and dance for young children and their families at any Jewish celebration. New Legends 215-237-2955 • Fax: 610-771-0833 rrayzel@shechinah.com Shechinah.com newlegends.html A local not-for-profit program dedicated to Jewish education through the arts. The lineup of Jewish musical entertainment includes: Kabbalah, the Musical – a theater piece MIRAJ – women’s a cappella trio sings original Jewish music mirajtrio.com Shabbat Unplugged – a musical troupe that performs Kabbalat Shabbat and Havdalah services The Shechinah Oracle – readings and music The Shechinah Soul Sisters aka “the Hazzan and the Hillbilly,”– a duet of a traditionally trained cantor and a Southern-blues singing rabbi 138 THE GUIDE 2018/2019 Tof B’Yadah– all-female Jewish band per- forming for women’s seders and other programs and Healing Services, including Angelic Bedside Singing – singing performed in hospital, hospices or homes. RAK-DAN Entertainment 215-760-6800 don@rakdan.net donrakdan@gmail.com rakdan.com D.J. for Bar/Bat Mitzvahs, wed- ding and parties. Special­izing in Israeli, Hasidic and Jewish music. Souls on Fire soulsonfiremusic@gmail.com soulsonfiremusic.com Jewish instrumental music for weddings, Bar/Bat Mitzvahs and concerts. SOFER (SCRIBE) Rabbi Betzalel Katkovsky Sofer26Stam@gmail.com 267-417-4270 • 718-915-7039 Certified professional sofer (scribe). Checks and sells mezuzos, tefillin and Torah scrolls. Speaks English, Hebrew and Russian. SHATNEZ TESTING Philadelphia Shatnez Testing In Northeast Philadelphia: 7945 Dorcas St (The Loop) Philadelphia, PA 19111 In Bala Cynwyd: Main Line Dry Cleaners 140 Montgomery Ave. Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004 The Mens and Boys Store #10 Fetters Mill Square Huntington Valley, PA 19006 215-914-2060 Clothing store providing shatnez testing for clothing purchased in the store. TOURS Jewish Walking and Vehicle Tours 215-463-4994 Jerrysilverman1@gmail.com The guide is a certified mem- ber of the Association of Philadelphia Tour Guides. He has been giving tours as part of the Philadelphia Mural Arts Program, including develop- ing a special Jewish-themed tour. The tours include: Mural Arts Immigration and Jewish Landmarks Vehicle Tour; Old Jewish Quarter Walking Tour; Jewish North Broad Street Walking Tour; and Philadelphia Passenger Train Stations and Subways Tours. Jews in Penn’s City Tours 267-520-0749 • kjoella@yahoo.com jewishphillytours.com/home Features walking tours for either student or adult groups which integrate Jewish history into Philadelphia’s rich colonial and Revolutionary era history. Learn about the strong-willed Jewish men and women who participated in developing a new colony and new nation. Bus tours with step-on service also available upon request. Mural Arts Trolley Tour 1727-29 Mount Vernon St. Philadelphia, PA 19130 215-925-3633 • tours@muralarts.org muralarts.org Immigration and Jewish Landmarks Tours. Murals help to tell the immigration story. A professionally-trained guide dis- cusses the details of each site vis- ited talking about the people and places that have inspired these works of art and sacred places. Experience the city through a dozen murals that discuss the early immigration of ethnic groups as well as a visit to the Little Shul in South Philadelphia. Philadelphia Jewish History Tours 215-738-9245 michaeljayschatz@gmail.com facebook.com/phillyjewishhistory Various tour itineraries offered for groups and individuals, includes both walking and vehicle-oriented tours both in Center City and in other Philadelphia neighbor- hoods. Features walking tour of historic Jewish Quarter, North Broad Street, and visits to iconic neighborhoods and former (and some current) synagogues in North, South, and West Philly, Strawberry Mansion, Logan and Wynnefield. Can pair with NMAJH, Beth Sholom, or general Philadelphia history. Dr. Schatz also available for live presentations for your student or adult group, both in single programs or series. Philly Maven Jewish History Tour 411 W Jefferson St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 203-815-7753 phillymaventours@gmail.com facebook.com/PhillyMaven/ Jewish-themed walking tour of the Old City and Society Hill sections of historic Philadelphia. The main focus is on the Colonial and Revolutionary War-Era Jewish community. Chuckie’s Kosher Adventures 107 Llanfair Road Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004 610-613-4032 • campingkosher.com adventures@campingkosher.com All-inclusive kosher camping experience. Provides: Glatt kosher meals, Mashgiach temidi, min- yanim, shiurim at destinations which include: Zion and Bryce Canyon, Yellowstone, Glacier, Grand Canyon, etc. INDEX A A. Brandt + Son . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76 Abington Friends School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22, 68 Anti-Defamation League (ADL) Young Leadership . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117 Arden Court. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Artis Senior Living. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28, 62 Artistic Eyewear. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Birthright Israel–Taglit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 B’nai B’rith Liberty Region. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117 B’nai Chaim Social. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 Bnei Akiva of North America. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119 Board of Rabbis of Greater Philadelphia. . . . . . 107 Abraham Offen Mikvah of NE Philadelphia. . . . . 111 Associated Services for the Blind and Visually Impaired. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 Abrams Hebrew Academy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 Association for Universal Judaism . . . . . . . . . . . . 116 Abramson Care Advisors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130 Association of Jewish Holocaust Survivors. . . . 123 Boy Scouts of America Cradle of Liberty Council Jewish Committee on Scouting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119 B Boys Town Jerusalem Foundation of America. 125 (Historic Congregation) B’nai Abraham. . . . . . . 104 Bristol Riverside Theatre. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 The Baldwin School. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Brith Sholom House. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 Barb-Lin Carpet One. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 Bryn Mawr Running Company. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 Abramson Senior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . 88, 90, 91, 118 The Barbara and Harvey Brodsky Enrichment Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116 Bryn Mawr Terrace/ Saunders House. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Achievement Through Counseling and Treatment (ACT). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 BBYO Liberty Region. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119 Bucks County Administrative Information. . . . . 130 BBYO Passport. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 Bucks County Rabbis and Cantors Council . . . . 107 Beaumont at Bryn Mawr. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 By Invitation Only, Melissa Berk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Abramson Ctr. for Jewish Life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Abramson Home Care. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 Abramson Hospice. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110 Abramson Medical Adult Day Services. . . . . . . . . 91 Abramson Residence. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 Adath Israel of the Main Line. . . . . . . . . . . . . 97, 104 AEPi Alumni Club-Philadelphia. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116 The Agnes Irwin School. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Beiteinu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97, 102, 104 AIM Academy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Beit Harambam Congregation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Aish Chaim . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 Ben & Irv Deli . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Aish Chaim Village Shul . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Bensalem Jewish Kollel and Outreach Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97, 102 AJC ACCESS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116 AJC Goldman Summer Fellowship . . . . . . . . . . . . 114 AJC Leaders For Tomorrow (LFT). . . . . . . . . . . . 100 AJC Philadelphia/South New Jersey . . . . . . 121, 125 Albert Einstein Academy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68, 98 ALEPH: Alliance for Jewish Renewal . . . . . . . . . 102 Alexander Horn & CO. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 American Associates, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125 The Boomer Engagement Network for Jewish Singles (BEN). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117 C Camp Achdus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112 Camp Ashira for Girls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112 Camp Galil. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 Bereavement Support Groups. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Camp Galil—Year Round Program. . . . . . . . . . . . 120 Beth Am Israel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Camp Gan Izzy of Bucks County. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112 Beth Chaim Reform Congregation. . . . . . . . 97, 105 Camp Harlam. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 Beth David Reform Congregation. . . . . . . . . 97, 105 Camp Havaya. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 Beth Emuna Congregation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 Camp Havaya—Camp Year Round . . . . . . . . . . . 120 Beth Israel Congregation of Chester County. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97, 105 Camp Kef at the JCC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112 Berkshire Hathaway, Carol Aaron. . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Camp Ramah in the Poconos. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71, 113 Cantor Arlyne Unger. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111 Berkshire Hathaway, Carol Shaw. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Cantor Jamie Marx. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111 American Friends of Magen David Adom. . . . . 125 Berkshire Hathaway, Damon Michels. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Cantor Mark E. Kushner. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112 American Friends of the Kaplan Medical Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125 Berkshire Hathaway, Maxine W. Greenberg. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125 Beth Sholom Congregation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69, 73, 97, 105 American Technion Society- Philadelphia Chapter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125 Beth Sholom Synagogue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129 Center for Advocacy for the Rights and Interests of the Elderly (CARIE). . . . . . . . . . 130 Beth Tikvah B’nai Jeshurun . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97, 105 Carlino’s Specialty Foods. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Anne Frank Theater Project. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129 Betty & Milton Katz JCC, Cherry Hill. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27, 71 Caskey Torah Academy of Greater Philadelphia. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 Anti-Defamation League (ADL). . . . . . .121, 123, 125 Bikkur Cholim Basketball Tournament. . . . . . . . . 118 Castello at Blue Bell. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Bikkur Cholim of Philadelphia. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 Center for Spiritual Wellbeing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 American Friends of Hebrew University . . . . . . 125 Amit-Mid-Atlantic Regional Office. . . . . . . . . . . 125 Cantor Naomi Hirsch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111 Cantor Scott Borsky. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111 Caregiver Support Groups. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 THE GUIDE 2019/2020 139 Chabad Hebrew School. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 Congregation Kol Ami. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97, 106 Chabad-Lubavitch of Berks County . . . . . . . . . . 84 Congregation Kol Emet. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74, 97, 106 Chai Lifeline. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 Congregation Leyv Ha-Ir ~ Heart of the City. . . 106 Early Learning at Beth Sholom Congregation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 ChaiLights A Cappella. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129 Congregation Mikveh Israel. . . . . . . . . . . . . 106, 129 Education and Outreach Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . 95 Challah for Hunger. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118 Congregation Mikveh Israel Cemetery. . . . . . . . 129 Einstein Healthcare Network. . . . . . . . . . . . . 5, 8, 88 Chaveirim of Philadelphia. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121 Congregation Ohev Shalom. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97, 106 The Episcopal Academy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Cheder Chabad. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 Congregation Or Ami . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97, 106 Chelkeinu Initiative . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 Congregation Or Shalom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98, 106 Esther Raab Holocaust Museum and Goodwin Education Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123, 128 Chester County Administrative Information . . . 130 Congregation Raim Ahuvim. . . . . . . . . . . . . 104, 106 The Chevra. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117 Congregation Rodeph Shalom. . . . . . . . 98, 106, 129 Children of Jewish Holocaust Survivors Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123 Congregation Shivtei Yeshuron Ezras Israel . . 107 Congregations of Shaare Shamayim . . . . . 98, 106 Federation Early Learning Services (FELS). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96, 99, 114, 118 Citron & Rose . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Congregation Temple Beth’El . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107 Federation Housing, Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 City of Philadelphia. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130 Congregation Tiferet Bet Israel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Fegelson-Young-Feinberg Post 697. . . . . . . . . . 124 College Thoughts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 Congregation Tiferes B’nai Israel. . . . . . . . . . 98, 107 Feinstein Center for American Jewish History . 102 Colonial Nissan. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75 Congregation Tifereth Israel of Lower Bucks County. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98, 107 Female Hebrew Benevolent Society. . . . . . . . . . 120 Community Klezmer Initiative. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127 Community Mikvah of Elkins Park. . . . . . . . . . . . . 111 Community Torah Center of Bucks County. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102, 105 Congregation Adath Jeshurun. . . . . . . . . . . . 97, 104 Congregation Ahavas Torah. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 F Families Outside the Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95 Flirt Women’s Boutique . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76 Conservative Beit Din . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109 Flow Bath & Kitchen Design Studio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42, 82 CPA Consultants. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Folkshul Adult Community. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 The Cynwyd Club. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Folkshul Adult Community. . . . . . . . . . . 70, 105, 116 D Congregation Bais Medrash Harav-B’nai Jacob . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Darkaynu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 Congregation Beth Am Israel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 David E. Rawdin, M.D.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112 Congregation Beth El – Ner Tamid. . . . . . . . 97, 105 Deer Meadows Retirement Community. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62 Congregation Beth El of Bucks County . . . 72, 105 Foodarama Caterers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Foster Care Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 Foulkeways at Gwynedd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Foxman Torah Institute. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 Franky Bradley’s. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Delaware County Administrative Information . 130 Franklin C. Ash Summer Internship Program. . . 114 Democratic Jewish Outreach Pennsylvania. . . . . 121 Frank Synagogue. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129 Congregation Beth Hamedrosh. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 Derech HaLev-A Path With Heart. . . . . . . . . . . . 105 Fred Wolf Jr. Gallery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128 Congregation Beth Israel of Media. . . . . . . . 97, 105 Development Corporation for Israel. . . Back Cover The Free Library of Philadelphia. . . . . . . . . . . . . 127 Congregation Beth Or. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43, 97, 105 Dignity Memorial. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Friends Central School. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Congregation Beth Solomon – CBS Community Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102, 105 Dilorenzo Realty Group. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Friendship Circle Philadelphia Region. . . . . . 87, 119 Dinah . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 Congregation Beth Solomon Community Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 Domestic Violence Prevention/Intervention. . . . 85 Friends of the Israel Defense Force (FIDF) Pennsylvania and Southern New Jersey Chapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125 Congregation Beth El of Lower Bucks County . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 Congregation Beth Tovim. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 Congregation B’nai Israel-Ohev Zedek. . . . . . . . 104 Congregation B’nai Jacob. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97, 104 Congregation Brothers of Israel. . . . . . . . 73, 97, 105 Congregation Dibrot Eliyahu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 140 Congress of Secular Jewish Organizations . . . . 116 Eagleville Hospital Older Adult Behavioral Health. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 Dr. David Rabeeya. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111 Dr. Michael Schatz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111 Driven 2 Drive. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26, 52 Dublin Terrace. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Dunwoody Village. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Congregation Hesed Shel Emet. . . . . . . . . . . 97, 105 E Congregation Kesher Israel . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97, 106 Eagleville Hospital. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 THE GUIDE 2019/2020 G Gan Chabad. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 Gan Israel Camps of Greater Philadelphia. . 112, 113 Gaucher Treatment Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89 Germantown Academy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25, 70 Germantown Jewish Centre. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97, 105 Holocaust Survivors’ Support Program. . . . . . . 123 Jewish Alumni of Temple University. . . . . . . . . . . 117 HomeIs.com and the HomeIs app. . . . . . . . . . . . 126 Jewish Broadcasting Service (JBS). . . . . . . . . . . 127 Honeymoon Israel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 Jewish Business Network. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122 Golden Slipper Camp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 Hosts for Hospitals — In-Home Hospitality for Families and Patients . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119 Jewish Children’s Folkshul and Adult Community. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 Golden Slipper Center for Seniors. . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 Hot Foot. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 Golden Slipper Club and Charities . . . . . . . . . . 120 House of Kosher Supermarket. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Jewish Children’s Folkshul of Greater Philadelphia. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 Gershman Philadelphia Jewish Film Festival (GPJFF). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127 GIANT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Gladwyne Pharmacy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Golden Slipper Gems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 Goldman-Strom Mikveh (Liberal). . . . . . . . . . . . . 111 I Goldyne Savad Library Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127 Independence Visitor Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130 Gratz Advance Programs of Gratz College. . . . . .95 Institute for Jewish Ethics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 Gratz College. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69, 102, 123 Interfaith Center of Greater Philadelphia. . . . . . . 110 Gratz College Adult Jewish Learning. . . . . . . . . 103 Interfaith Center of Greater Philadelphia. . . . . . . 121 Greater Philly Hillel Network. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114 InterfaithFamily. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110 Goldstein’s Funeral Home. . . . . . . . . . . . . 40, 41, 83 International Kosher Council (IKC). . . . . . . . . . . . 110 H Hadassah of Greater Philadelphia. . . . . . . . . . . . . 117 Har Zion Temple. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74, 97, 105 Harvey Sklaroff Real Estate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Hazzan (Cantor) Howard K. Glantz. . . . . . . . . . . . 112 The Hearth At Drexel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Hebrew Association of the Deaf. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 Hebrew Free Loan Society of Greater Philadelphia. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 Hebrew Helpers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 Hebrew Mutual Burial Association Cemetery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129 Herbert D. Katz Center for Advanced Judaic Studies at the University of Pennsylvania. . . . . . . . . . . . 103 Irma Brookstein . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Israel Bonds. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 Israel Guide Dog Center for the Blind. . . . . . . . . 125 Israeli American Council. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 Israeli American Council-Philadelphia. . . . . . . . . 117 Israeli Dancing at Beth Sholom Congregation . 127 Jewish Community High School of Gratz College. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 Jewish Community of Rhawnhurst (JCOR). . . . . 115 Jewish Community Relations Council. . . . . . . . . 122 Jewish Community Services Building. . . . . . . . . . 84 Jewish Converts and Interfaith Network. . . 94, 110 Jewish Exponent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126 Jewish Family and Children’s Service of Greater Philadelphia (JFCS). . . . . . . 35, 85, 94, 109, 111, 130 Jewish Family and Children’s Service of Greater Philadelphia – Older Adult Services. . . . . . . . . . . 90 Jewish Family and Children’s Service of Greater Philadelphia Volunteer Services. . . . . 119 Jewish Family and Children’s Service of Philadelphia-People Living with Disabilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 Israeli Film Festival of Greater Philadelphia . . 127 Jewish Federation of Atlantic and Cape May Counties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 Israel Scout Friendship Caravan. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129 Jewish Federation of Delaware. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 Izzy J. Invites. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia. . . . . . . . . . . . . 10, 101, 120, 125 J Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia Camp Scholarships. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy. . . . . . . . . 13, 98 Jan’s Boutique . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 JCC Camps at Medford . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 Jewish Federation of Princeton Mercer Bucks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 Jeannie’s Deli . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Jewish Federation of Southern New Jersey. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 HIAS Pennsylvania. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 Jeff Gottesman - State Farm. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Jewish Federation of the Lehigh Valley. . . . . . . . 84 Hillel at Drexel University. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114 Jerusalem Gift Shop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 Jewish Genealogical and Archival Society of Greater Philadelphia. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117 Hillel at Temple University. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114 Jerusalem U . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 Hillel at University of Pennsylvania (Penn Hillel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115 JEVS Career Solutions for 55+. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 Hilton Philadelphia City Avenue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 JEVS Human Services. . . . . . . . . . 38, 86, 87, 93, 94 The Historical Society of Pennsylvania. . . . . . . . 127 JEVS Human Services — Community Participation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 Heymish Havurah. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 Holocaust and Genocide Studies at West Chester University. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123 Holocaust Awareness Museum and Education Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123, 128 Holocaust Education Programs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123 Holocaust Remembrance Program. . . . . . . . . . . 123 JEVS Center for New Americans. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 Jewish Adoption and Family Care Options (JAFCO). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85, 94 Jewish Agency for Israel (JAFI). . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 Jewish Alcoholics, Chemically Dependent Persons (JACS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 Jewish Graduate Student Network. . . . . . . . 115, 117 Jewish Labor Committee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122 Jewish Learning Venture. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96, 103 Jewish National Fund (JNF). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126 Jewish Orthodox Feminist Alliance (JOFA). . . . 108 Jewish Professionals of Suburban Philadelphia (JPSP). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117 Jewish Publishing Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126 The Jewish Publication Society (JPS). . . . . . . . . 126 Jewish Quarterly Review . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126 THE GUIDE 2019/2020 141 Jewish Relationships Initiative. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 King David Memorial Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Jewish Relief Agency. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54, 93, 119, 121 KleinLife. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130 Jewish Sacred Aging LLC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 KleinLife: Northeast Philadelphia . . . . . 91, 92, 93, 116, 119, 127 Jewish Social Policy Action Network (JSPAN). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122 M Maccabi USA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126 Main Line Reform Temple. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 Jewish Studies Program at University of Pennsylvania. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 Knesset HaSefer: The Educational Synagogue of Yardley. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 Jewish Sunday Children’s Program. . . . . . . . . . . 100 K.O.A. (KOA). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110 Mai Shalva – Center City Community Mikvah. . . 111 Jewish War Veterans of the USA (JWV). . . . . . . 124 Kohelet Foundation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121 Makom Community. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 Jewish Women International. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117 Kohelet Yeshiva . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 Makom Community Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 Jewish Youth Basketball League. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118 Ko Kosher Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46, 110 Jewkebox. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129 Kol Tzedek. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97, 106 Makom Kadosh: The Jewish Fellowship of Chester County (JFCC). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 Jews in All Hues. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117 Kosher Technical Konsultants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110 John Neill Painting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30, 82 Kosloff Torah Academy High School for Girls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 Joseph and Martha Melohn Bucks County Mikvah. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111 Joseph Levine & Sons. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 JPro. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122 JQuest B’Yachad. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 J Street Philadelphia. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125 Jude Plum. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82 Judith Creed Horizons for Achieving Independence (JCHAI). . . . . . . . . . . . . 88 Junior Jewish Basketball League (JJBL) . . . . . . 118 Krakauer-Yampoler Beneficial Society. . . . . . . . . 121 L Main Line Reform Temple. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73, 106 Mama’s Vegetarian . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Manny’s Restaurant and Deli. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 The Market of Lafayette Hill. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 MASA Israel Journey. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125 Masonic Village. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 Lana Pinkenson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Mayim Chaim: CBS Community Mikvah of Philadelphia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112 Lasko College Prep Program. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 Meadowood Sr Living. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Lawyer and Informational Referral Line (LRIS). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130 Mekom Torah . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 Lechu Neranena: Partnership Minyan of Bala Cynwyd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 Mekom Torah Teens. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 Mekor Baruch Orthodox Kosher Supervision . . 110 Leisure Care LLC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 Mekor Habracha/Center City Synagogue. . . . . . 106 Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer & Questioning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115 Melrose B’nai Israel Emanu-El. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 Levi Bible Academy (LBA). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 Mesivta High School of Greater Philadelphia. . . 99 The Library Company of Philadelphia . . . . . . . 127 Mesivta Yesodei Yisroel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 LifeLong Learning Program. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 Meyers Library and KI Archives. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127 Lipkin’s Bakery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Kehilat HaNahar, The Little Shul by the River. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97, 105 Micah Initiate 6:8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 Locati LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Middle East Forum. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122 Kehillah Fall Sunday Soccer League (KFSS) . . . 118 Long & Foster R.E., DiPentino . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Mikvah Mei Shifra. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112 Kehillas B’nai Shalom – Bensalem Outreach Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 Long & Foster R.E., Iris Segal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 The Mikveh at Temple Beth Hillel-Beth El. . . . . . 112 Long & Foster R.E., Jill Daily. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Minyans at Penn Hillel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 Kehillat Sha’arei Orah . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 The Louis D. Brandeis Law Society & Foundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122 Minyan Tikvah. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 Kellman Brown Academy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 Kesher Israel Congregation . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97, 106 Lower Merion Area Hebrew High (LMAHH). . . . . 101 Kesher Shalom. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 Lower Merion Community Mikvah. . . . . . . . . . . . . 111 Keystone-K . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110 Lower Merion Synagogue. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 Keystone Motors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76 Lubavitch/Chabad Centers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 Keystone Shops. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Lubavitcher Center of the Northeast (For Men). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111 K Kaiserman JCC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116 Kaiserman JCC Maccabi Experience. . . . . . . . . . . 118 Kaiserman JCC Senior Fitness Classes. . . . . . . . . 91 Katz JCC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116 KidSpace . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 KidsTime . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 142 KleinLife Summer Day Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112 Lubavitch House of the University of Pennsylvania . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115 THE GUIDE 2019/2020 The Lubavitcher Center, Regional Headquarters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108 The Mens and Boys Store. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76 Mishkan Shalom. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97, 106 The Mitzvah Bowl. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119 Mitzvah Circle Foundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119 Mitzvah Food Program. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93, 119, 121 Moishe House Philadelphia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117 Montefiore Cemetery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Montgomery County Administrative Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130 Monument to the Six Million Martyrs. . . . . . . . . 129 Patricia Adams. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 Rabbi Michelle Greenfield. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111 Mosaic Outdoor Clubs of America. . . . . . . . . . . . . 117 Paul’s Run. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Rabbi Morris Goodblatt Academy. . . . . . . . 104, 109 Moving Traditions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 PCA Help Line. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130 Rabbi Murray Silberman. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111 Penn Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128 Rabbinical Assembly - Mid-Atlantic Region. . . 107 Penn State Hillel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115 Rabbinical Council of Greater Philadelphia (Orthodox). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107 N The Narberth Havurah. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97, 106 Nashirah, the Jewish Chorale of Greater Philadelphia. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129 National Conference of Synagogue Youth (NCSY). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 National Constitution Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 National Council of Jewish Women . . . . . . . . . . 117 National Kosher Supervision. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110 National Liberty Museum — America’s Home for Heroes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128 Pennsylvania Jewish Coalition. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122 Perelman Jewish Day School. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Philadelphia Community Kollel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Philadelphia Hatzalah. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89 Philadelphia Hebrew Public Charter School. . . . 99 Philadelphia Holocaust Remembrance Foundation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123 Philadelphia-Israel Chamber of Commerce. . . . 124 Philadelphia Jewish Archives Collection . . . . . 127 Rabbi Rayzel Raphael. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111 Rabbi Sigal Brier. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111 Rabbi Yisrael Davidowitz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112 Rachel Hotline. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85 RAJE Philadelphia: Russian American Jewish Experience. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90, 118 RAK-DAN Israeli Dancing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127 Ramah Day Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 Philadelphia Jewish Sports Hall of Fame. . . . . . 128 Raymond and Ruth Perelman Jewish Day School. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 National Tay-Sachs & Allied Diseases Association of the Delaware Valley. . . . . . . . . . . . 89 Philadelphia Museum of Jewish Art. . . . . . . . . . 128 RDM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 Philadelphia Protestant Home. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 Reconstructing Judaism. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3, 108 Neighborhood Offices: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 Philadelphia Secular Jewish Organization. . . . . . 116 The Reconstructionist Press. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127 Neighborhood Programming in Philadelphia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115 Philadelphia Workmen’s Circle Chorus (Arbeter Ring) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129 Reconstructionist Rabbinical Association. . . . . 107 National Museum of American Jewish History (NMAJH). . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39, 50, 128 New American Outreach Program . . . . . . . . . . . 90 The New Shul. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 NextGen. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117 North American Federation of Temple Youth. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 Philly Friendship Circle. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Pine Run. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34 Pinemere Camp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70, 113 P’nai Or Jewish Renewal Congregation. . . . . . . 106 Northeast NORC of Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 (Frank and Joyce) Podietz Synagogue. . . . . . . . 106 O Politz Hebrew Academy of Philadelphia. . . . . . . 99 Politz Day School of Cherry Hill. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 Oasis Senior Advisors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 The Pomegranate Guild of Judaic Needlework . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127 Ohev Shalom of Bucks County. . . . . . . . . 72, 97, 106 pRiSm at Congregation Rodeph Shalom . . . . . 115 Old York Road Temple-Beth Am. . . . . . . . . . 97, 106 Project H.O.P.E. (Helping Our People Everywhere) . . . . . . . . . . . 121 Open Arms Adoption Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 Or Hadash: A Reconstructionist Congregation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43, 98, 106 P’TACH (Parents for Torah for All Children). . . . . 86 OROT Program. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86, 96 Q Orthodox Beit Din of Greater Philadelphia . . . 109 Quality Companionship Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Our Closet-Powered by JFCS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121 R Outpatient Gero-Psychiatric Care. . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 Outpatient Mental Health Services. . . . . . . . . . . . 88 Rabbi Betzalel Katkovsky. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111, 112 Rabbi David Levin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111 Reconstructionist Rabbinical College. . . . . . . . . 102 Reform Congregation Keneseth Israel. . . . . 97, 105 Re/Max Eastern, Inc, DeSouza. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Repair the World: Philadelphia. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119 Republican Jewish Coalition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122 Reshet Networks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108 Reta Emerson Fellowship – Teen Assistant Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 Revivals Boutique . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 Rising Song Institute. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127 Rob Vahey Insurance - Geico. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 The Robert and Molly Freedman Jewish Sound Archive. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128 Robert J. Wilf Preschool and Kindergarten at the Kaiserman JCC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 The Rosenbach of the Free Library of Philadelphia. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128 Rossi Shoe Repair. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 Rothenberg Minyan. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 Rothkoff Law Group. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 P Rabbi Howard Cove. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111 Rovner, Allen, Rovner, Zimmerman, Sigman & Schmidt. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Pannonia Beneficial Association. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121 Rabbi Julie Greenberg. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111 RSVP Philadelphia. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119 Pasha . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 Rabbi Lynnda Targan. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111 Russian Speaking Active Adult Life Program. . . 90 THE GUIDE 2019/2020 143 Rydal Park. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 The Sweater Mill. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 United Way of Southeastern Pennsylvania. . . . 130 Rydal Water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Sweet Mabel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 Urban Glance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126 Symphony Square. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Uru Achim. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118 S. Jeffrey Horrow Accociates, LLC. . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 T Sage Senior Living. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Talmudical Yeshiva Library. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128 USC Shoah Foundation Institute Visual History Archive at the University of Pennsylvania. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123 Salon Amar. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Talmudical Yeshiva of Philadelphia. . . . . . . . . . . . 99 The Sam Azeez Museum of Woodbine Heritage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9, 128 Teach PA — Orthodox Union Advocacy. . . . . . . . 121 V Teen Programs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 Van Pelt Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128 Temple Beth Ami. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Temple Beth Hillel/Beth El. . . . . . . . . . . . 72, 97, 105 Victor Center for the Prevention of Jewish Genetic Diseases. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89 Temple Beth Zion-Beth Israel . . . . . . . . . . . 97, 105 Videon Chrysler Dodge jeep . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75 Temple Brith Achim. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97, 105 Vilna Congregation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107 Shabbatones. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129 Temple Dental at KleinLife. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89 Volunteers for Israel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125 Shannondell at Valley Forge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Temple Judea Museum of Keneseth Israel. . . . . 129 Sharsheret. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Temple Judea of Bucks County. . . . . . . . 74, 98, 107 W Sheraton Valley Forge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Temple Menorah – Keneseth Chai. . . . . . . . . . . . 107 Wardrobe Boutique. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 The Shipley School. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Temple Sholom in Broomall. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98, 107 Waverly Heights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26, 68 Shir Ami. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 Temple Sinai. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98, 107 Wesley Enhanced Living Main Line. . . . . . . . . . . . 67 Shir Ami Bucks County Jewish Congregation. . 106 Tepper Pharmacy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 West Laurel Hill. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 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