2009
December 2009
Saturday 5 December 2009
Sat 5 Dec, 8 pm. Help us kick off an ongoing cabaret series at the Gershman Y with Klea Blackhurst's Everything the Traffic Will Allow: The Songs and Sass of Ethel Merman. Celebrating the contributions of Jewish American songwriters such as Stephen Sondheim, Jerry Herman, and Irving Berlin, as well as the career of Merman herself, Blackhurst's show, which has played to sell-out crowds around the country, is not to be missed. $30 advance / $35 at the door Location: The Arts Bank, 601 Broad Street (at South) "Everything the Traffic Will Allow, an unabashed fan letter to Merman, is a complete delight." - Philadelphia City Paper. 401 South Broad Street, Philadelphia, 19103. 215-446-3045, helgart@phillyjcc.com. Gershman Y Jewish Community Center - [events]
Sunday 6 December 2009
Sun 6 Dec, 11 am. Sunday, December 6th , 11 am Do you use a cell phone? E-mail? Facebook? Twitter and Instant Message? How have these modern technological inventions changed how we communicate? Naomi Baron, professor of linguistics at American University will speak about her book Always On, which asks if these devices have changed us for the better or the worse. $20 in advance, $25 at the door. 401 South Broad Street, Philadelphia, 19103. 215-446-3045, helgart@phillyjcc.com. Gershman Y Jewish Community Center - [events]
Wednesday 9 December 2009
Wed 9 Dec, 7 pm. Wednesday, December 9th , 7 pm Learn some hot Israeli line dances set to pop, Latin, and Arabic music. No experience necessary, just a desire to let loose and move your body. $10 Advance/$12 AT THE DOOR. 401 South Broad Street, Philadelphia, 19103. 215-446-3045, helgart@phillyjcc.com. Gershman Y Jewish Community Center - [events]
Sunday 13 December 2009
Sun 13 Dec, 2-4 pm. Celebrate Hanukkah with our 7th annual Latkepalooza. Drawing over 400 people, don't miss this insanely popular event where you can sample gourmet latkes from Philadelphia's hottest restaurants. Fun for the whole family, there will be music, a balloon clown, arts and crafts for the kids, vendors and more. Beat the crowds and save money - buy your tickets in advance. Participating restaurants include: Estia, Jones, Marigold Kitchen, Max and David's, Penne, Sabrina's Cafe, Singapore Chinese Kitchen, Snackbar, Whole Foods and Zahav + more to come. Advance: Adults: $15/ Children: $10 At door: Adults: $18/ Children: $13 Sponsored in part by Cabot Cheese. 401 South Broad Street, Philadelphia, 19103. 215-446-3045, helgart@phillyjcc.com. Gershman Y Jewish Community Center - [events]
Thursday 24 December 2009
Thu 24 Dec, 6 pm. Thursday, December 24th to Friday, December 25th, 6 pm It's the hottest ticket in town. The Moo Shu Jew show is back and better than ever. Join us for a Gershman Y twist on the Jewish tradition of Chinese food on Christmas Eve. Enjoy an 8 course Chinese banquet in Chinatown as you laugh the night away with an all star stand-up comedy show hosted by Cory Kaheny, the funniest yenta we know. This event sold out last year – buy your tickets early. Christmas Eve, Thursday, December 24, 6pm Christmas, Friday, December 25, 12 PM Location: Joy Tsin Lau, 1026 Race Street Prices: Dec. 24: $62--advance, $70--door Dec. 25: $45-advance, $50--door. 401 South Broad Street, Philadelphia, 19103. 215-446-3045, helgart@phillyjcc.com. Gershman Y Jewish Community Center - [events]