Friedman JCC 5K Series

The Friedman JCC is proud to introduce the JCC 5K Series, a new community race initiative designed to bring people together through fitness, wellness, and shared experiences throughout the year. The series features three races held across the 2026 season, each offering a unique atmosphere while supporting community programming and engagement at the JCC. 2026…

Holocaust Remembrance Day – Big Galut(e) Performance

Tuesday, April 14th at 6 PM The evening will begin with a short memorial service, immediately followed by a deeply moving musical program featuring the award-winning ensemble Big Galut(e)—with renowned musicians Sasha Margolis, Carl Riehl, Richard Sosinsky, and Robin Seletsky. Known for their powerful and evocative performances, the group uses music to tell stories of memory, resilience,…

Art Appreciation Series: Twentieth Century Modernism

The Story of Art continues in the 20th century with this season’s series exploring movements such as Op Art, Pop Art, and other innovative artists such as David Hockney, Alex Katz, and more. Please note that class will meet twice a month on the second and fourth Mondays of the month. Join us for beautiful slideshows and interesting conversations…

Blankets & Broth I MLK Day of Service

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR MARTIN LUTHER KING DAY OF SERVICE O’Donnell Law Firm, Friedman Jewish Community Center, and Luzerne County NAACP in cooperation with the Wilkes-Barre Health Department will be conducting the third annual “Blankets and Broth” program which will take place at the Friedman JCC in Kingston (S.J. Strauss Lane) on Monday, January 19, 2026, with arrival…