Jewish Federation of NEPA

Mah Jongg at Temple Israel of the Poconos
2026-04-14 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-04-07 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-03-31 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-03-24 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-03-17 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-03-10 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-03-03 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-02-24 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

Yom HaShoah יום השואה
2026-04-13 19:30 - 2026-04-14 19:30
Holocaust Remembrance Day
“Holocaust and Heroism Remembrance Day” known colloquially in Israel and abroad as Yom HaShoah (יום השואה) and in English as Holocaust Remembrance Day, or Holocaust Day, is observed as Israel’s day of commemoration for the approximately six million Jews and five million others who perished in the Holocaust as a result of the actions carried out by Nazi Germany and its accessories, and for the Jewish resistance in that period. In Israel, it is a national memorial day and public holiday. It was inaugurated on 1953, anchored by a law signed by the Prime Minister of Israel David Ben-Gurion and the President of Israel Yitzhak Ben-Zvi. It is held on the 27th of Nisan (April/May), unless the 27th would be adjacent to Shabbat, in which case the date is shifted by a day.

Weekly Chair Yoga at Temple Israel of the Poconos
2026-04-07 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-03-31 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-03-24 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-03-17 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-03-10 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-03-03 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-02-24 11:00 - 12:00 | Temple Israel of the Poconos, 711 Wallace Street, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360, United States
Join us for our weekly chair yoga class. $5 per person.

Class with Rabbi Zucker - Weekly at Temple Israel of the Poconos
2026-04-07 10:30 - 12:00, 2026-03-31 10:30 - 12:00, 2026-03-24 10:30 - 12:00, 2026-03-17 10:30 - 12:00, 2026-03-10 10:30 - 12:00, 2026-03-03 10:30 - 12:00, 2026-02-24 10:30 - 12:00 | 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

Passover Community Seder
2026-04-01 19:00 - 21:30 | Jewish Discovery Center, 216 Miller Road, Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join us for a Passover seder you will remember for a lifetime. Relive the exodus from Egypt and discover the eternal meaning of the holiday of freedom.
Enjoy a wonderful dinner spiced with insight and inspiration. Experience true eternal liberation and discover its personal relevance to our lives today.
(Everyone is welcome regardless of financial ability.)

The Trial and Execution of Julius and Ethel Rosenberg: a special panel presentation
2026-03-19 18:00 - 19:30 | ZOOM
Thursday, 3/19/2026, 6:00 p.m. Join us for a special online panel presentation about Ethel and Julius Rosenberg. Featured will be Michael Meeropol (son of the Rosenbergs), Ann Sebba (author of “Ethel Rosenberg, an American Tragedy”), and Craig Bluestein, Esq. Registrations are required via email: janetbnaiharim@gmail.com. This program is free.

Bagel Social
2026-03-15 10:30 - 12:30 | Jewish Fellowship of Hemlock Farms, 540 Forest Dr, Lords Valley, PA, 18428, United States
A buzz-worthy adventure! Join Pike County Conservation District to explore the amazing world of pollinators. Enjoy hands-on activities, discover why these creatures matter, and learn simple ways to become a Pollinator Hero. Help give pollinators the support they deserve!
Enjoy a light breakfast, friends, and learning.
Suggested donation: $5 to help cover costs.
RSVP by 3/12

Passover Cooking Demo & Tasting with Susie Fishbein
2026-03-12 18:00 - 20:00 | JCC – Koppelman Auditorium, 601 Jefferson Ave, Scranton, PA, 18510, United States
Passover, Reimagined!
Following the sold-out Chanukah Cooking Demo & Tasting, Susie Fishbein returns for an evening of inspiration, learning, and delicious Passover-friendly food.
Join us for Passover, Reimagined, an interactive cooking demo and tasting where Susie shares her expertise, practical tips, and creative twists on classic—and not-so-classic—Passover dishes. Whether you’re hosting a Seder or simply looking to elevate your Passover table, this evening will leave you inspired and well-fed.
On the Menu

Tri-Colored Matzo Ball Soup
Eggplant (Melanzane) Scarponcino
Chicken Lollipops over Spaghetti Squash with Shawarma Mayonnaise

Susie is a wealth of knowledge, especially when it comes to kosher food prep, Passover cooking, and making dishes that feel both elevated and achievable. Come learn, taste, ask questions, and gather ideas you’ll use long after the holiday ends.
Questions? Contact Dassy Ganz | 570-961-2300 x2
Perfect for home cooks, Passover hosts, and anyone who loves great food and great conversation. Reserve your spot early—this one will fill up fast!

Community Purim Bash
2026-03-03 17:00 - 19:00 | Jewish Discovery Center, 216 Miller Road, Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join your fellow Jews for an evening of celebration, good food, and resilient Jewish pride.
Experience the Megillah with multimedia and graggers while sipping fine wine and munching on delicious appetizers.
Gather in the main Dining Room for a royal dinner with Purim shtick, open bar and a comedy/magic performance by Denny Corby, a show unlike anything you have seen before!
Purim dress-up is encouraged. Best costumes win $$$!

Purim / פורים
2026-03-02 17:00 - 2026-03-03 17:00
Purim (“lots”, from the word pur, related to Akkadian pūru) commemorates the deliverance of the Jewish people in the ancient Persian Empire from destruction in the wake of a plot by Haman, a story recorded in the Biblical Book of Esther (Megillat Esther).

The Nightmare Before Purim Dinner & Spiel
2026-02-28 17:45 - 20:00 | Temple Hesed, 1 Knox Road, Scranton, PA, 18505, United States
🎭 Purim Celebration Schedule
4:45 PM | Games, Crafts & Wine TastingKick off the fun with hands-on games and crafts for kids, plus a relaxed wine tasting for adults. There’s something happening for everyone from the moment you arrive.
5:30 PM | Community Dinner (RSVP required)Gather around the table for a festive Purim dinner with friends old and new.Dinner pricing:

$15 per adult

$7.50 per child (ages 12 & under)

6:30 PM | Purim Spiel & Hamantaschen Bake-OffGet ready to laugh! Enjoy our spirited The Nightmare Before Purim Spiel, followed by a sweet and friendly Hamantaschen Bake-Off to cap off the evening.
Event concludes at 8:00 PM
Come for part of the evening—or stay for it all—and celebrate Purim with joy, community, and plenty of fun. 🎉🍷🍪
