Jewish Federation of NEPA

Hot Dog Cart at the JCC
2025-06-12 11:30 - 14:00, 2025-06-16 11:30 - 14:00, 2025-06-17 11:30 - 14:00, 2025-06-18 11:30 - 14:00, 2025-06-19 11:30 - 14:00, 2025-06-23 11:30 - 14:00, 2025-06-24 11:30 - 14:00, 2025-06-25 11:30 - 14:00 UTC
Enjoy a delicous Kosher Hot Dog Lunch at the garden area of the JCC Scranton

The Thursday Lunch Club
2025-06-12 12:00 - 13:30, 2025-06-19 12:00 - 13:30 (America/New_York) | Jewish Resource Center of the Poconos, 1210 N. 5th Street, Stroudsburg, P, 18360, United States
Join our expanding JRC family of retirees as you enjoy a low-cost, good kosher meal and meet new people! Preregistration required. Call 570-517-0815

The Mahjong Club at the JRC!
2025-06-12 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-06-19 13:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Jewish Resource Center of the Poconos, 1210 N. 5th Street, Stroudsburg, P, 18360, United States
Enjoy mind-stimulating and fun-filled hours with seasoned and amateur mahjong players. Thursdays, 1 PM (After lunch)

Torah Study
2025-06-16 16:30 - 17:30, 2025-06-23 16:30 - 17:30 (America/New_York) | Jewish Resource Center of the Poconos, 1210 N. 5th Street, Stroudsburg, P, 18360, United States
Timeless teachings following the weekly Torah portion, adapted for implementation in our day-to-day life. Mondays at 4:30 PM
With Rabbi Halberstadt.

Passover / פסח
2025-06-16 19:00 - 2025-06-24 19:00 UTC
Passover (Pesach) commemorates the story of the Exodus, in which the ancient Israelites were freed from slavery in Egypt. Passover begins on the 15th day of the month of Nisan in the Jewish calendar, which is in spring in the Northern Hemisphere, and is celebrated for seven or eight days. It is one of the most widely observed Jewish holidays.

Mah Jongg at Temple Israel of the Poconos
2025-06-17 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-06-24 10:00 - 12:00 UTC | Temple Israel of the Poconos, 711 Wallace Street, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360, United States
Do you play Mah Jongg? Want to Learn?
Temple Israel of the Poconos
711 Wallace Street
Stroudsburg, PA 18360
Every Tuesday 10 am
For more information, please call Temple office at 570-421-8781 or email: tipoc@ptd.net

Class with Rabbi Zucker - Weekly at Temple Israel of the Poconos
2025-06-17 10:30 - 12:00, 2025-06-24 10:30 - 12:00 UTC | Temple Israel of the Poconos, 711 Wallace Street, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360, United States
Every Tuesday 10:30 am – noon Class with Rabbi Zucker no charge

Weekly Chair Yoga at Temple Israel of the Poconos
2025-06-17 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-06-24 11:00 - 12:00 UTC | Temple Israel of the Poconos, 711 Wallace Street, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360, United States
Join us for our weekly chair yoga class. $5 per person.

Wisdom for All Times with Rabbi Salkow
2025-06-18 12:30 - 13:30, 2025-06-25 12:30 - 13:30 UTC | Jewish Resource Center of the Poconos, 1210 N. 5th Street, Stroudsburg, P, 18360, United States
A study of the words of the wisest of all men, King Solomon, from his Book of Proverbs.

Talmud Study with Rabbi Salkow
2025-06-18 16:00 - 17:00, 2025-06-25 16:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Jewish Resource Center of the Poconos, 1210 N. 5th Street, Stroudsburg, P, 18360, United States
Become familiar with Jewish legal theory and the logical arguments of the Talmud – No questions are off limits!
Wednesdays, 4:00 PM

Hebrew Language - Learn to read and write Hebrew like a pro!
2025-06-19 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-06-26 08:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Jewish Resource Center of the Poconos, 1210 N. 5th Street, Stroudsburg, P, 18360, United States
Learn to read and write Hebrew like a pro. For young adults (in age, or in spirit).
Rabbi Salkow
Thursdays, 4:00 PM

Chair Yoga with Sue
2025-06-19 11:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Jewish Resource Center of the Poconos, 1210 N. 5th Street, Stroudsburg, P, 18360, United States
Build your strength, increase your flexibility and enhance your mental health! Sponsored by the JCC of Scranton and the Jewish Federation of NEPA.

Jim Connors Day
2025-06-22 13:00 - 18:00 UTC | Nay Aug Park, 500 Arthur Ave, Scranton, PA, 18510, United States
🎤 Jim Connors Day at Nay Aug Park📅 Sunday, June 22📍 Nay Aug Park, Scranton, PA🕐 Activities start at 1:00 PM
Join us for Jim Connors Day, a lively celebration of music, magic, and family fun at Nay Aug Park! Sponsored by the DeNaples Family and Minooka Subaru, this all-ages event offers a full afternoon of entertainment.
🎶 Live Music Lineup

1:00 PM – Doug Smith Band with Tara Michel

2:15 PM – Magic Moments featuring Paulette Costa

3:15 PM – Dedication Ceremony

3:30 PM – The Taxmen (The Beatles Tribute)

4:45 PM – The Broke Pines

🎪 Family Fun & Entertainment

1:30–3:30 PM – Balloon Art by Barbara Callahan

2:00–4:00 PM – Mentalist John Graham

5:00–6:00 PM – Damien the Magician

🍦 Free ice cream provided by Fidelity Bank🚚 Food trucks, activities, and more throughout the park!
This event is made possible thanks to generous support from the Connors family, Fidelity Bank, Zummo’s Cafe, Cappy & Lois Noto, and the Scranton Federation of Teachers Local 1147 R.

Jewish Family Service 7th Annual Community Matters Event
2025-06-24 18:00 - 21:00 UTC | The Scranton Cultural Center, 420 N Washington Ave, Scranton, PA, 18503, United States
Please join JFS as we celebrate our 7th Annual Community Matters Event, which honors outstanding leaders who have made a difference in our community.
This year’s honoree is Jim Alperin.
Born and raised in Scranton, PA, Jim Alperin is a graduate of Central High School and Lehigh University with a degree in Business Administration. He led his family’s apparel contracting business to global success, specializing in menswear, children’s wear, and school uniforms until its sale in 2021. Deeply involved in his community, Jim has held leadership roles in numerous Jewish, civic, and educational organizations, including serving as President of Elan Skilled Nursing and Rehab and as a Board Member of the United Way of Lackawanna County. He is married to Patty Flatz Alperin, and they have four children: Rebecca, Andrew, Kristin, and Lucas.
Please contact JFS at (570) 344-1186 or visit www.jfsnepa.org for ad book opportunities.
