Identity Theft Awareness Week with Attorney General Dave Sunday: How to Protect Yourself From Scammers
Join us for a free community event on “Protecting Yourself from Identity Theft, Scams, and Fraud” in today’s increasingly complex digital world. Held during Identity Theft Awareness Week, this informative and easy-to-understand conversation will be led Attorney General Dave Sunday. Attendees will learn how today’s most common scams work, what warning signs to look for,…
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…
Spring Market 2026
The Spring Market at the Friedman JCC is happening on Saturday, March 21, 2026 from 9:00AM-2:00PM. This event will bring together local vendors offering a wide range of handmade crafts and unique gifts, perfect for the Spring season. It’s an opportunity to explore locally crafted goods, support artisans, and find one-of-a-kind items that make unique…
Blankets & Broth I MLK Day of Caring
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…
2025 Chanukah Celebration
December 21, 2025 Come celebrate the Festival of Lights with our community! Join us for an evening of tradition, joy, and togetherness at the Friedman JCC. 55th Annual Mayrutz Run – Begins at 5:00 PM The night kicks off with the beloved Mayrutz Torch Run. Community Candle Lighting – 5:30 PM (Outdoors) We’ll gather outside…
Annual Members Meeting 12.16.2025
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2025 Thanksgiving Day 5K Run / Walk
2025 Thanks For Giving Day 5K Run / Walk Ben August Memorial sponsored by: Friedman Jewish Community Center and NEPA Racing Thanksgiving Day, November 27, 2025 – Time: 9:00 a.m.LOCATION: Start and finish at The Sidney And Pauline Friedman Jewish Community Center, 613 S J Strauss Lane, Kingston, Pa 18704 INFO: Register HERE: https://my.raceresult.com/351915/registration This event…
Winter Market
Celebrate the season at the Market at the Friedman JCC This exciting event in Kingston, PA brings together a diverse selection of local vendors offering handmade crafts, artisan goods, and unique gifts. Whether you’re shopping for home décor, searching for one-of-a-kind gifts, or simply looking for fun things to do in NEPA, the Market is a must-visit.
Paint n Sip- Andy Warhol’s “Flowers”
Friday, October 10, 5:30pm Join us for this fun evening of painting and “sipping” (feel free to bring your favorite beverage!) as we create our own unique versions of Andy Warhol’s “Flowers” series. This famous series of prints from 1964 was based on Warhol’s photos of flowers. Over the years, he produced many color variations of this…
Cookie Decorating Class
Combine creativity and seasonal fun in a hands-on, fall-themed cookie decorating class with baker Maureen Anistranski. $10 members; $15 non-members. Limit: 20 participants. Due to popular demand, this class is FULL. Please email frontdesk@nepajca.org to be put on waiting list and to be notified of the date and time for a future class.
The John Thalenfeld Memorial Gala
Join us as we honor the remarkable legacy of John Thalenfeld and celebrate his lifelong dedication to supporting our community and non-profits. This inspiring evening will feature stories, tributes, and
Paint ‘n Sip Workshop
Manifesting Blessings for a New Season This art-and-meditation workshop is the perfect opportunity to stop, take a “breather”, and get centered for the busy Fall season ahead. Spending some time creating art will ground you,
Celebrating Barbara Sugarman
Join us in Celebrating Barbara Sugarman It’s hard to imagine our JCC without Barbara Sugarman, and yet, after a lifetime of devoted service to the Jewish Community of Northeast Pennsylvania, she has announced her retirement. While we couldn’t imagine this day actually coming, we are honored and excited to celebrate Barbara’s incredible legacy and the…
YOM YERUSHALIM-ISRAEL BONDS EVENT
Join Us for a special Israel Bonds Event Experience an inspiring evening featuring a special October 7 survivor panel, where stories of resilience and strength take center stage.