What’s been the relationship between Jews and beer over the past few thousand years? Come find out! We’ll brew beer together and learn a little about the ingredients and process of brewing. We’ll also learn what the Talmud has to say about beer, and look into the role Jews played in the hops industry, as
GJC's Jewish book reading group reads fiction and nonfiction books of Jewish interest written mostly, but not solely, by Jewish writers and chosen by the group. Volunteer group members lead the discussion. For more information, please contact Nan at nanbmyers2@gmail.com.
HA-MAKOM: SACRED SPACE IN JUDAISM In this Beit Midrash series we will explore the idea of sacred space in Jewish thought, from the Mishkan (Tabernacle) in the wilderness to the Temple in Jerusalem to Israel and the modern synagogue. How do spaces contain or channel the divine? How do they change the people in them
An opportunity for Hebrew speakers to participate in Torah study and discussion (entirely in Hebrew) in the calm setting of GJC's Quitman Library. Monthly, Saturdays 11AM-12PM
In the times in which we live, we find ourselves in need of comfort and connection. Germantown Jewish Centre, in partnership with the Lyra Ensemble, invites you to come together and let music lift us and give us the strength we need to face what life sets before us. In lieu of tickets, donations of
GJC is pleased to provide space for local Girl Scouts troops to meet. If you would like to join the Girl Scouts, please contact Girl Scouts administration.
HA-MAKOM: SACRED SPACE IN JUDAISM In this Beit Midrash series we will explore the idea of sacred space in Jewish thought, from the Mishkan (Tabernacle) in the wilderness to the Temple in Jerusalem to Israel and the modern synagogue. How do spaces contain or channel the divine? How do they change the people in them
WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO LIVE IN THE POOREST BIG CITY IN AMERICA? How Poverty Affects Everything from Health & Housing to Education & Employment Philadelphia has long been ranked the poorest of the country’s ten most populous cities. Recent reports show that even as most of the country enjoys declining poverty rates and increasing
Each year Germantown Jewish Centre dedicates a Shabbat to celebrating the life and legacy of Ralph Granger, beloved former custodian of GJC and a role model to our community, and rededicating ourselves to advancing race relations. Ralph Granger was well-loved and respected, a Christian African American who was known for his dignity and love for
Join fellow GJC and community members as we observe MLK Day with service and political action. Our annual MLK Day of Service projects will take place on Monday morning, and as in years past, we will be volunteering in the community with organizations in NW Philadelphia. Join thousands of people from across the Philadelphia region who
