Tikvah

Community Event: American Foundation for Suicide Prevention Walk
2025-10-05 08:30 (America/New_York) | The Mann Center, 5201 Parkside Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, 19131
Suicide prevention starts with everyday heroes like you. Connect With Others and Save Lives
These events give people the courage to open up about their own connections to the cause, and a platform to raise awareness about mental health and suicide prevention. Friends, family members, neighbors and coworkers walk side-by-side, supporting each other and in memory of those we’ve lost. Register today and be part of the movement.
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention uses you donations to fund research for suicide prevention, create and distribute educational programs, advocate for public policy, and support survivors of suicide loss.
For more information, visit afspwalks.donordrive.com/PhillyWalk
Sunday, October 5
Check In: 8:30 am. (Event starts at 9:00 am)
The Mann Center for the Performing Arts: 5201 Parkside Avenue, Fairmount Park, Philadelphia, PA 19131

Office Closed (Yom Kippur)
2025-10-01 - 2025-10-02

Community Event: HaMotzi Dinner
2025-09-28 17:00 - 18:00 | Reform Congregation Keneseth Israel, 8339 Old York Rd, Elkins Park, PA, 19027
Reform Congregation Keneseth Israel invites you to a free community dinner. Home cooked meals, fresh fruit, produce and groceries.
In Person Dinner begins at 5 p.m. Seating is limited to those who reserve by calling 215.887.8700 by Wednesday, September 24th to participate in dinner or to volunteer.
Reform Congregation Keneseth Israel: 8339 Old York Rd, Elkins Park, PA 19027
Using Septa? Bus Line 55 or 7, Regional Rail, Jenkintown Stop

The Addams Family **SOLD OUT**
2025-09-28 14:00 - 16:30 | Private: Players Club of Swarthmore, 614 Fairview Rd, Swarthmore, PA, 19081
THIS EVENT HAS SOLD OUT.
Contact the Tikvah office to inquire about the waiting list.
Enjoy an entertaining afternoon with your Tikvah friends at the Players Club of Swarthmore.

A comical feast that embraces the wackiness in every family, The Addams Family is the magnificently macabre hit musical featuring everyone’s favorite creepy, kooky characters. Wednesday Addams, the ultimate princess of darkness, has grown up and fallen in love with a sweet, smart young man from a respectable family.

Tickets are $25. Limited availability to Tikvah Members only. Payment confirms your ticket. This show will sell out fast!!

Please register HERE SOLD OUT
Players Club of Swarthmore: 614 Fairview Rd, Swarthmore, PA 19081

Community Event: Wellness Wednesday
2025-09-24 12:00 - 14:00 | Private: NAMI Montgomery County, 100 West Main St, Lansdale, PA, 19446
NAMI Montgomery County hosts Wellness Wednesday on the last Wednesday of the month at the NAMI MontCo Office for a time for people to connect and have fun!
September’s event is QPR Training, led by Access Services.
“QPR stands for Question, Persuade, and Refer — the 3 simple steps anyone can learn to help save a life from suicide. People trained in QPR learn how to recognize the warning signs of a suicide crisis and how to question, persuade, and refer someone to help.”
To click HERE to register for this free event.
For more information, call the NAMI MontCo at 215-361-7784 (not a crisis line) or email office@namimontcopa.org
NAMI Montgomery County: 100 West Main St. Unit 204, Lansdale, PA 19446

Office Closed (Rosh Hashana)
2025-09-22 - 2025-09-24

Valley Forge Park Tour
2025-09-21 13:00 - 15:30 | Valley Forge Park, 1400 North Outer Line Drive, King of Prussia, PA, 19406
Join us for an afternoon tour of Valley Forge Park. We’ll enjoy a guided bus tour that features some of the most scenic views of the park as well as many historic sites and monuments.
The tour bus is accessible and air conditioned. The Park provides this note regarding accessibility:

Visitors with limited mobility should note that the group does move over uneven surfaces at Muhlenberg’s Brigade (first extended stop) and that it takes few minutes to exit the trolley and reach the Washington’s Headquarters building (second extended stop).

Tickets are $25 which includes transportation from neighborhood hubs and the guided bus tour of the park.

Bowling @Sproul Lanes
2025-09-17 13:00 - 15:00 | Sproul Lanes, 745 W. Sproul Rd, Springfield, PA, 19064
Bowling with your Tikvah Friends!
Join us for a fun afternoon. Includes lane rental, shoes and use of a bowling ball. Snacks and beverages available for purchase.
Cost: $10.00 per person
Please register here

Sproul Lanes: 745 W. Sproul Rd Springfield, PA 19064

Learn & Lite Bites - Fall Prevention & Exercise
2025-09-16 12:00 - 13:15 | Kaiserman JCC, 45 Haverford Ave, Wynnewood, PA, 19096, United States
Each month we have a different speaker from Main Line Health to discuss health and wellness topics. A light, healthy kosher lunch will be provided. September’s Topic is Fall Prevention and Exercise with Kara Chivalette, Wellness Education Specialist

Safer Steps — a combined seminar and movement class focused on preventing falls at home and in the community. Discover how to identify and reduce environmental fall risks, and practice targeted exercises designed to improve strength, balance, and flexibility to help keep you safe and steady.

This program is free thanks to sponsorship by Tikvah, GEMS, MainLine Health, and Kaiserman JCC.

Registration deadline September 9. Please register HERE

Location: Kaiserman JCC: 45 Haverford Rd, Wynnewood, PA 19096

New Year's Luncheon
2025-09-14 13:00 - 15:00 | JFCS – Brodsky Center, 345 Montgomery Ave, Bala Cynwyd, PA, 19004
Celebrate the Jewish New Year with your Tikvah and JFCS friends. Holiday blessings led by Rabbi Ephraim Levin. Traditional Holiday meal and make your own new years cards crafts. ​Transportation support provided on request.

Please register HERE by September 7.

JFCS Brodsky Center: 345 Montgomery Ave, Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004, USA

Tikvah Volunteer JRA Packing & Pizza
2025-09-12 10:00 - 12:00 | Jewish Relief Agency, 10980 Dutton Road, Philadelphia, PA, 19154
Join your Tikvah friends to volunteer and provide a service for the community. We will meet at the Jewish Relief Agency (JRA) Warehouse in Northeast Philadelphia to pack emergency food boxes that will be distributed to those in our community who are in need. At the end of the shift we will have a pizza lunch from House of Kosher.
Please register HERE
Jewish Relief Agency Warehouse: 10980 Dutton Rd, Philadelphia, PA 19154

Living in the Moment Meditation with Rabbi Levin (Virtual)
2025-09-10 18:30 - 19:30
Virtual program of mindfulness, gratitude, and meditation practice led by Rabbi Levin.
Free program for Tikvah members but registration is required. Only those who are registered will be admitted.
The Zoom link will be sent via email when you register.
Please register HERE

KleinLife September Birthday Party
2025-09-09 11:30 - 13:30 | KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave., Philadelphia, PA, 19116, United States
Celebrate September birthdays with Tikvah friends and the KleinLife community!

AND … Celebrate Eat a Hoagie Day! Lunch will be Turkey hoagie & Birthday cupcake

Registration deadline is September 1. Please register HERE

Sponsored by KleinLife and Philadelphia Corporation for Aging.

Location: KleinLife: 10100 Jamison Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19116

Community Event: Learn to Advocate for Your Mental Health Care (Virtual)
2025-09-08 15:30 - 16:30
Learn to Advocate for Your Mental Health Care – Virtual event by NAMI Philadelphia – PBHAT
Monday, September 8 | 3:30 – 4:30 pm
Join Joe Feldman, founder of Cover My Mental Health, for an advocacy-driven session on challenging insurance denials and expanding access to mental health and substance use care.
Highlights:

Challenging insurance denials
Tools for advocates
Support for families
Expanding access

To register, email LTaylor@namiphilly.org

Neighborhood Brunch @Pumpernick’s Deli
2025-09-07 11:00 - 13:00 | Pumpernick’s Deli, 917 Bethlehem Pike, North Wales, PA, 19454
Join us for brunch with new and old Tikvah friends. Pumpernicks is a family owned restaurant where people come together to enjoy everything you expect in a traditional deli. Pay as you go, Tikvah covers the tax and gratuity for Tikvah members, you just pay for what you order. Cash preferred.
Please register here
Pumpernick’s Deli: 917 Bethlehem Pike, North Wales, PA 19454
Menu: pumpernicksdeli.com/restaurant/

Tikvah Town Hall (Virtual)
2025-09-02 18:00 - 19:00
Zoom into what’s happening at Tikvah. Learn about new updates. Bring new and innovative ideas for future events and changes. There will also be a question and answer period.
Zoom link will be provided to those who have registered.
Please register here.

Office Closed (Labor Day)
2025-09-01
The Tikvah office will be closed on Monday, September 1 in observance of Labor Day.

Trenton Thunder - Baseball Game
2025-08-31 13:00 - 16:00 | Trenton Thunder Ballpark, 1 Thunder Road, Trenton, NJ, 08611
Come with us to cheer on the Trenton Thunder team as they play the State College Spikes.
$20 per person Tickets are limited. Payment confirms your ticket.
Please register here
Trenton Thunder Ballpark, 1 Thunder Road, Trenton, NJ 08611

Community Event: Apartment Gardening
2025-08-29 11:00 - 12:30 | JFCS – Northeast Services Hub, 6434 Castor Ave, Philadelphia, PA, 19149
Apartment Gardening workshop at the JFCS Northeast Services Hub, led by a Master Gardener from Penn State Extension.
Friday, August 29th | 11:00 am to 12:30 pm
Are you interested in learning how to create a container garden, even in a small indoor space? This is a great opportunity to build skills, connect with others, and enjoy a hands-on activity. Plus, participants will receive free seeds and pots to start their own garden.
RSVP is required by August 22 by contacting Stephanie Walls at 215-320-0351 (line #2) or swalls@jfcsphilly.org.
JFCS Northeast Services Hub: 6434 Castor Ave, Philadelphia 19149

Community Event: Wellness Wednesday
2025-08-27 12:00 - 14:00 | Memorial Park Gazebo, Lansdale, 300 E Main St, Lansdale, PA, 19446
NAMI Montgomery County hosts Wellness Wednesday on the last Wednesday of the month at the NAMI MontCo Office for a time for people to connect and have fun!
This month’s activity will be held at Memorial Park’s Gazebo in Lansdale where therapy dogs will be joining us for a self care activity.
To register or for more information, call the NAMI MontCo at 215-361-7784 (not a crisis line) or email office@namimontcopa.org

Community Event: HaMotzi Dinner
2025-08-24 17:00 - 18:00 | Reform Congregation Keneseth Israel, 8339 Old York Rd, Elkins Park, PA, 19027
Reform Congregation Keneseth Israel invites you to a free community dinner. Home cooked meals, fresh fruit, produce and groceries.
In Person Dinner begins at 5 p.m. Seating is limited to those who reserve by calling 215.887.8700 by Wednesday, August 20th to participate in dinner or to volunteer.

Using Septa? Bus Line 55 or 7, Regional Rail, Jenkintown Stop

Pool Party @Kaiserman JCC
2025-08-24 13:00 - 15:00 | Kaiserman JCC, 45 Haverford Ave, Wynnewood, PA, 19096, United States
Swim with your friends in a relaxing outdoor pool. Bring your own towel and food. Water and snacks to be provided.
$10 for Tikvah Members, $15 for guests
Please register HERE
Kaiserman JCC: 45 Haverford Rd, Wynnewood, PA 19096

Community Event: NAMI Pathways Conference
2025-08-23 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-08-22 10:00 - 16:00 | Saint James United Church of Christ, 135 Myrtle Ave, Havertown, PA, 19083
NAMI Main Line is partnering with the National Alliance on Mental Illness to host a two-day conference focused on the intersection between faith and mental health. We are inviting attendees to choose either or both days to attend.
What do leaders and members of faith communities need to know about mental health challenges? What can leaders and members of faith communities do to help those affected.
Sessions will include –

Mental Health 101: Signs, Symptoms & Diagnoses
How Stigma and Religious Teachings Impact Mental Health Care
Community Resources Panel: Finding Help in a Patchwork System

We will hear on these topics and more from national and local mental health professionals, faith leaders, and people with lived experience. Join us for in-depth discussions, sharing of insights, and the building of meaningful partnerships.
For more information and to register, go to http://www.nami.org/pathwaystohope and select NAMI Main Line PA from the list of conference locations.
Free of charge: Continental breakfast and lunch will be provided.
Saint James United Church of Christ: 135 Myrtle Ave, Havertown, PA 19083

KleinLife August Birthday DISCO Party
2025-08-21 11:30 - 13:30 | KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave., Philadelphia, PA, 19116, United States
Celebrate August birthdays with Tikvah friends and the KleinLife community!

And since KleinLife is 50, they’re celebrating like it’s the 70’s! Disco entertainment buy Patrice Hawthorne.

Menu: Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad, Greek chickpea salad, whole wheat roll, Peaches, Birthday cupcake

Registration deadline is August 13. Please register HERE

Sponsored by KleinLife and Philadelphia Corporation for Aging.

Location: KleinLife: 10100 Jamison Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19116

Neighborhood Dinner - Schlesinger's Deli (Center City)
2025-08-20 17:30 - 19:30 | Schlesinger’s, 1521 Locust St, Philadelphia, PA, 19102
Enjoy an evening out and have dinner with friends at a Schlesinger’s Deli in Center City. Schlesinger’s is a traditional Jewish deli with huge sandwiches, matzo ball soup, a pickle bar, and more.
Pay as you go. Tikvah pays gratuity.
Menu and additional information: www.schlesingersdeli.com
Please register here
Schlesinger’s Deli: 1521 Locust St, Philadelphia, PA 19102

Miniature Golf @Burholme Family Fun Center
2025-08-17 13:30 - 15:30 | Private: Burholme Family Fun Center, 401 Cottman Ave, Philadelphia, PA, 19111
Putt Putt fun with Tikvah! Enjoy the fresh air, play a round of mini golf, and enjoy ice cream with us.
$10 for Tikvah members, $15 for guests. Includes game and ice cream. Any additional refreshments are on your own.
Please register HERE
Burholme Family Fun Center: 401 Cottman Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19111

Living in the Moment - Meditation with Rabbi Levin (Virtual)
2025-08-13 18:30 - 19:30

Outdoor Concert | Six String Soldiers (Country/Bluegrass)
2025-08-10 19:30 - 21:30 | Private: Rose Tree County Park, 1671 N Providence Rd, Media, PA, 19063
Evening concert featuring Six String Soldiers (Country/Bluegrass)
Be sure to bring a lawn chair or blanket to sit on and your own snacks/beverages.
Rose Tree Summer Festival, Part of Delaware County’s 50th Annual Concert Series.
Please Register HERE

Rose Tree County Park: 1671 N Providence Rd, Media, PA 19063

Outdoor Concert | Yesterday's Gone (Fleetwood Mac Cover Band)
2025-08-10 18:00 - 19:30 | Private: Temple University Ambler Campus, 580 Meetinghouse Rd, Ambler, PA, 19002
Free outdoor concert at Temple Ambler campus featuring Yesterday’s Gone, a Fleetwood Mac cover band.
Bring your own lawn chair or blanket, food, and drink.
This concert is rain or shine. If it is raining, it will be held in the auditorium.
Organized by Upper Dublin Township.
Please register HERE
Temple University Ambler Campus: 580 Meetinghouse Rd., Ambler, PA 19002. *Park in Lot #2
