Enjoy a day of family
fun with 28 hands-on
attractions! Arts and
Entertainment Guide
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s the summer tantalizingly inches
closer, you may start thinking
about ways to entertain yourself in the
upcoming months — whether it’s
heading to a concert or checking out
a new art gallery.
From beer gardens to beaches,
there are plenty of activities to do
during the warmer months. But if
you’re looking for a more artsy
experience, here is an early look at a
few ways to spend your summer and
satisfy your artistic cravings.
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LOCAL JEWISH HOTSPOTS
NATIONAL MUSEUM OF
AMERICAN JEWISH HISTORY
101 S. Independence Mall E., Philadelphia
215-923-3811 • nmajh.org
In addition to its permanent collections
and exhibitions on view, the museum will
host a variety of events throughout the
summer — plus you can gain free
admission on various dates.
From Yiddish Folk to Jazz:
An Arts Salon - June 27
Join award-winning composer and
saloniere Andrea Clearfield for
performances inspired by the special
exhibition “1917: How One Year Changed
the World,” featuring music of the era,
from Yiddish folk and American jazz
to art songs and chamber music, as
well as an original dance piece
drawing on themes from 1917.
Independence Day at NMAJH - July 4
Visitors can explore the museum and
see an original letter written by
George Washington to the Jewish
Community of Newport, Rhode Island,
and enjoy interactive tours, story
time and Independence Day
arts and crafts projects.
GERSHMAN Y
401 S. Broad St., Philadelphia
215-545-4400 • gershmany.org
Photography Exhibition
June 7 to Aug. 27
The newest installment in a partnership
with the Philadelphia Photo Arts Center
(PPAC) opens with Stanley Muravchick’s
collection of Philadelphia-centric
photographs, called “Urban Light,” which
explores compelling visual dynamics
found in our daily urban experiences.
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A Day in Doylestown - June 15
Take a trip to Doylestown and visit
sites such as the Pearl S. Buck House
and the Michener Museum to
look at several exhibitions.
KATZ JCC
1301 Springdale Road, Cherry Hill, N.J.
856-424-4444 • katzjcc.org
Get Real with a Housewife - June 28
Author and Real Housewives of
New Jersey star Siggy Flicker returns
to her roots in South Jersey where
she’ll speak about life on the set of a
hit TV franchise and finding your
self-worth as discussed in her book.
Gourmet Wine and Dine - July 9
The annual Gourmet Wine and Dine
event is a kosher food and wine
extravaganza highlighting top chefs from
the Philadelphia and South Jersey region
and featuring a feast, ethnic music and
regional Jewish heritage. Plus a
barbecue-inspired menu that’ll leave
your mouth watering.
Pro-Am - Aug. 7
Get your golf on with a pro from the PGA
Philadelphia Section. Finish the day with
a lavish cocktail hour and dinner and
honor this year’s Roger Davis Memorial
Community Service Award recipients.
MILTON AND BETTY KATZ JCC
501 N. Jerome Ave., Margate, N.J.
609-822-1167 • jccatlantic.org
Heading “down the shore,” as
we Philadelphians like to say?
There are still tons of events going
on that will be perfect after
a day at the beach.
Pet Fair and Doggie Dash - June 30
Spend the day with your pet and
enjoy related events for both you
and your favorite four-legged friend
during the inaugural “Barks on the
Beach” pet fair and doggie dash.
‘Jewish Treasures of the Caribbean’ -
On display from June 10 to July 28.
Take a look at more than 200
color images by award-winning
photographer Wyatt Gallery that
highlight the little-known history
of the earliest Jewish communities
as seen through the remaining
historic sites in Barbados, Curaçao,
Jamaica, Nevis, St. Croix, St. Thomas,
St. Eustatius and Suriname.
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PHILADELPHIA MUSEUM OF ART
2600 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy.,
Philadelphia 215-763-8100 • philamuseum.org
‘Wild: Michael Nichols’ -
June 27 to Sept. 17.
Explore the work of legendary
photographer Michael Nichols: artist,
technical innovator and ardent advocate
for preserving natural habitats.
‘Philadelphia Assembled’ -
Now through July.
It sounds like a Marvel movie, but
this exhibition joins art and civic
engagement by bringing together
hundreds of collaborators from across
the city to explore Philadelphia’s
changing landscape and tell a story
of radical community building
and active resistance.
THE ROSENBACH MUSEUM
AND LIBRARY
2008-2010 Delancey Place, Philadelphia
215-732-1600 • rosenbach.org
Bloomsday 2017 - June 16
Join the Rosenbach’s annual Bloomsday
jubilee to celebrate Leopold Bloom’s
fictional journey through the
streets of Dublin, as imagined
in James Joyce’s epic Ulysses.
THE MICHENER ART MUSEUM
138 S. Pine St., Doylestown
215-340-9800 michenerartmuseum.org
Life is a cabaret, old chum! The PNC
Arts Alive Broadway Cabaret Series
at the Michener began in May with
Wicked’s Eden Espinosa and continues
through the summer with some
standout performances in addition
to upcoming art exhibitions.
Leslie Odom Jr. - June 8
It’s Aaron Burr, sir! The Philadelphia
native and Hamilton star
will perform at 8 p.m.
Telly Leung - July 13
Leung has been seen onstage
in many productions and starting
this June, he will be starring in
the title role in Disney’s Aladdin on
Broadway. Catch him at 8 p.m.
“George Sotter: Light and
Shadow” - July 29 to Dec. 31
Explore Sotter’s pieces of Bucks County
in his trademark nocturne theme as well
as playing with light and shadows.
BOOKS FREE LIBRARY OF PHILADELPHIA
1901 Vine St., Philadelphia
215-686-522 • freelibrary.org
There will be dozens of author
events at the library’s main branch.
JEWISHEXPONENT.COM Here are a few authors participating
in the free series.
Sherman Alexie, You Don’t Have
to Say You Love Me - June 22
Alexie (a personal favorite),
perhaps most well-known for The
Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time
Indian, will be in town to discuss his new
book, a searing and soaring memoir
about his difficult childhood and
complicated maternal relationship.
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Harvey Sachs, Toscanini: Musician
of Conscience - June 27
The acclaimed saxophonist will
discuss his autobiography and
a life dedicated to jazz.
Kevin Hearne, Besieged; Chuck
Wendig, Star Wars: The Aftermath
Trilogy; Fran Wilde, Updraft - July 14
These authors with sci-fi flavors will join
in conversation with Dena Heilik,
department head of Philbrick Hall, the
fiction department of the Central Branch
of the Free Library of Philadelphia.
CASINOS ATLANTIC CITY
atlanticcitynj.com There’s always plenty to do beside
relaxing on the beach. Casinos are
offering top-notch entertainment
opportunities this summer. Here are a
few standout concerts and appearances.
June 17: An Evening with
Journey at the Borgata
June 24: Patti LaBelle at the Tropicana
July 2: Jay Leno at the Borgata
July 16: Jill Scott at the Borgata
July 21: Theresa Caputo at the Borgata
Aug. 11, 12 and 13: Frankie Valli
at the Borgata Music Box
Aug. 25 and 26: Jerry Seinfeld
at the Borgata
CONCERTS THE KESWICK THEATRE
291 North Keswick Ave., Glenside
215-5752-7650 • keswicktheatre.com
The Purple Xperience - June 24
Pay tribute to the late, great
Prince with this tribute show.
Beatles vs. Stones —
A Musical Showdown - Aug. 18
It’s the ultimate rock ’n’ roll faceoff.
THE KIMMEL CENTER
260 S. Broad St., Philadelphia
215-893-1999 • kimmelcenter.org
Seventh Annual Fred J. Cooper
Memorial Organ Day - June 10
Programs and activities will abound will
special performances by Opera
Philadelphia and more. Check the
website for a full schedule.
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