Buerger Early Learning Center & Families with Young Children Torah Factory
Learn all the details (with props and experiments) that go into making a Torah. Ink and quill will be used to write on parchment. RSVP to Andi Miller
Youth Education
Berkman Mercaz Limud Sukkot Dinner
Shake the lulav and etrog as we celebrate Sukkot. Dinner and crafts to follow.
Buerger Early Learning Center & Families with Young Children Torah Factory
Learn all the details (with props and experiments) that go into making a Torah. Make ink and quill and write on parchment. RSVP to Andi Miller.
Families with Young Children Havdallah in Passyunk
Join Rabbi Eli Freedman and his ukulele for havdallah at the Singing Fountain (E. Passyunk St. and Tasker St.). Havdallah marks the end of Shabbat and welcomes to the new week. If you're interested in going to dinner as a group in the area, RSVP to Alicia Broudy by May 9.
Lag B'Omer Celebration for Young Families: CANCELED
Lag B'Omer was a religious holiday that has been reclaimed in Israel representing the Zionist spirit of independence when children go out into nature, camp, and have bonfires.
You are invited to a delicious Israeli dinner and bonfire with fun and special activities for children.
A collaboration with the Israeli-American Council. Register online by May 17.
157th Confirmation Service: Honoring the Jewish Commitment of our Teens
Recognize our confirmands and their accomplishments: Fiona Basewitz, Elijah Booth, Skylar Citron, William Coleman, Abigail Dubinski, Elliott Gross, Spencer Kamens, Benjamin Lustig, Jamie Lustig, Noah Riccardi, and Navid Verlin.
Berkman Mercaz Limud Purim Carnival
Enjoy food, music, games, and prizes at the Purim Carnival.
Pancake Breakfast Before Berkman Mercaz Limud
Roll out of bed and come to RS in your pajamas for some pancakes.
Contact Mark Levenstien for more information & to let him know if you have food allergies.
Stories of Our Sanctuary with Berkman Mercaz Limud Students
As part of our 90th celebration, join us in the sanctuary as professional storyteller Bill Gordh and Berkman Mercaz Limud students present their stories of this sacred space. Their unique watercolor art about the sanctuary will also be on display. Sponsored by an anonymous RS family
RSTY 1-2-3, 4-5 Pop Rock & Painting
RSTY 1-2-3 and RSTY 4-5 will enjoy an afternoon of a pop-rock (hip hop dance) class taught by a professional dancer and a step-by-step canvas painting class by a professional artist! 1st-2nd-3rd graders will participate in classes as one group, while 4th-5th graders will be in a separate group, and each group will have a chance to enjoy both activities with their peers.
Dress for a mess and to dance!
*The activities will begin at 1:15 pm (after youth choir) -- children who are not in youth choir will have a pizza lunch in Teller.*
Berkman Mercaz Limud Mitzvah Project for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Berkman Mercaz Limud students and families will participate in a t'filah with our clergy and engage in service projects at RS and throughout the community. Berkman Mercaz Limud parents sign up your families here
RS Youth Theater Presents Selections from Fiddler on the Roof
In partnership with the MacGuffin Theatre & Film Co., we will stage a (short) production of selections from the classic, Fiddler on the Roof.
RS Youth Theater Rehearsals for Selections from Fiddler on the Roof
Rehearsal Schedule with John Rea and Liz Fredette of MacGuffin Theater:
Sundays, February 3, 10, and 24 from 1:00-3:00pm
These three rehearsals, in addition to the performance, will be mandatory for all participants.
RS Youth Theater Music Rehearsals for Selections from Fiddler on the Roof
We are so excited to share with you that the RS Youth Theater is back! In March, we will stage a (short) production of selections from the classic, Fiddler on the Roof. Once again, we will partner with John Rea and Liz Fredette from MacGuffin Theater and Film Co. to put this show together over only four Sundays in February and March.
Berkman Mercaz Limud Families 5th-8th Grade Cook & Serve Dinner for Chester Children's Chorus
We invite families of children in grades 5-8 to join us for a special Shabbat service and dinner. RS will be hosting the Chester Children's Chorus, who will sing during Shabbat services. If you would like to volunteer to help prepare and serve the dinner for our guests, sign up at bit.ly/mlkdinnerprep. Contact Bridget Schneider for more information.
Berkman Mercaz Limud Families Pre-K thru 4th grade Hanukkah Sing-Along at The Philadelphian
Join Cantor Frankel to sing Hanukkah favorites and eat sufganiyot (jelly donuts) with residents of The Philadelphian. RSVP here
Contact Laurel Glaser for more information.
Families with Young Children ShaBBQ
Bring the family to ring in Shabbat with fun, casual Sha-BBQ at the home of Rabbi Eli & Laurel Freedman. We'll eat, sing, and pray and play. RSVP to Alicia Broudy by Wednesday, October 24.
RS Families with Teens Shabbat Dinner & Film Screening
Dinner after Shabbat services (pizza will be served. Bring a side dish or dessert to share) and a special screening of Screenagers: Growing Up in the Digital Age, followed by discussions for teens and parents.
Appropriate for all teens in 6th -12th grade.
RSVP by October 23 at rodephshalom.org/dinnerandscreenagers.
Buerger Early Learning Center Curriculum Night
Meet the teachers, tour the building, and hear about all of the offerings that Buerger provides for children ages 6 weeks through 5 years old. For more information, contact Director Andi Miller.
Families with Young Children & Buerger Early Learning Center Purim Celebration
Come in costumes and enjoy pizza, hamantashen, and entertainment. All families with children ages 0-5 welcome. RSVP to Andi Miller at [email protected].
Families with Young Children Pizza Shabbat Dinner at RS
Join us for pizza and play at Rodeph Shalom before services. RSVP: Alicia Broudy
Families with Young Children Passover Sing-Along at PlayArts
Join us for a sing-along at PlayArts a lovely child-centered, parent-friendly, play space in Fishtown. The Sing-along is free, but play space fees apply. $13/first child, $7/sibling.
RSVP: Alicia Broudy
Families with Young Children Hanukkah Sing-Along at PlayArts
Join us for a sing-along at PlayArts a lovely child-centered, parent-friendly, play space in Fishtown. The Sing-along is free, but play space fees apply. $13/first child, $7/sibling.
RSVP: Alicia Broudy
Families with Young Children & Buerger Early Learning Center Hanukkah Celebration
Enjoy a Hanukkah potluck celebration with latkes and musical entertainment. RSVP to Andi Miller at [email protected].
Buerger Early Learning Olive Oil Press Factory
Bring Hanukkah to life by learning about the old method of olive oil pressing as we hear the story of the holiday. Families with young children are welcome at all Buerger events. RSVP to Andi Miller at [email protected].
Families with Young Children Pizza Shabbat Dinner at Smith Memorial Playground
Join us for pizza and play at Smith Memorial Playground (3500 Reservoir Dr, Philadelphia, PA 19121). RSVP: Alicia Broudy
Families with Young Children & Buerger Early Learning Center Potluck Dinner in the Sukkah
Celebrate and give thanks for the fall harvest at a family potluck dinner. RSVP to Andi Miller at [email protected].
Families with Young Children & Buerger Early Learning Center Honey Festival at Bartram's Garden
In celebration of the Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, we will be attending the Honey Festival at Bartram's Garden (5400 Lindbergh Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19143). Join us at 10AM in the picnic area to learn about the holiday. Followed by a day of bee-related activities, such as a honey tastings, open hive demonstrations and honey extractions, a honeybee parade for kids, and Beekeeping 101. Plus, a honey marketplace and crafts, free river boating. RSVP in advance to Alicia Broudy.
Buerger Early Learning Center Shofar Factory
Our kids will saw, drill, finish, and shellac a ram’s horn to create a genuine Shofar. During this “hands-on” workshop, we will learn how to sound and practice the traditional sequence of notes blown on Rosh Hashanah. Families with Young Children are welcome to all Buerger events. RSVP: Andi Miller
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