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Birthright Israel NEXT inspires all Taglit-Birthright Israel participants and their peers to expand their connections to the land and people of Israel, to deepen their personal commitments to Jewish life and to find or form communities where Jewish responsibility, learning and celebration thrive.


Upcoming Events


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Check out some upcoming events in Philadelphia.



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cafe oleCafe Beit Ole - First Monday, every month

Starting February 1st we will be hosting Cafe Beit Ole on the first Monday of each month until the Spring. Join us for Israeli food, music, and good times! Sign up here!

 

Topics on TapTopics on Tap - Tuesdays thru March 2

It's time for Topics on Tap 2010! Grab a beer and join Jewish grad students and young professionals for an innovative and insightful discussion each week. Check out this week's topic.

 

 

 

valentineVolunteer with your Valentine - February 21st

Bring your valentine and Share the love! We will be volunteering at Face to Face Germantown. Feel free to bring your significant other, co-worker, best friend, sibling, or your third cousin twice removed... whoever you'd like! Learn more here.

 

Hebrew NowHebrew Classes are back!- Starting February 3rd

Sign up for our Hebrew classes today. We are offering both a beginner and intermediate class.Space is limited, so be sure to sign up soon.

 

 

Coffee of LoveLet's Grab Coffee! - Want to get involved but aren’t sure how? New to the area and want to meet new people? Just got back from your trip and want someone to chat with? Meet us for coffee! Simply email us at philly@birthrightisraelnext.org or get in touch with a fellow and we'll set up a time for a free cup of joe.

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jared jackson head shot 120 pixelsMeet Jared

Jared is a Senior Fellow at Birthright Israel NEXT Philly and a Jazz Saxophonist who's in his last semester of school for Jazz Studies. He has been involved with Jewish communal work for the past three years. His dedication to Jewish community through Hillel work, and leading several Taglit-Birthright Israel trips earned him the prestigious Charlie Award from the Center for Leadership Initiatives.

Meet Danielle

Danielle SelberComing off a year in Israel, Danielle, a Philadelphia native, is thrilled to be on board as a fellow with Birthright Israel NEXT. She is currently pursuing a Masters in Jewish Studies at Gratz College. Her hobbies include reading and writing, as well as poker, scrabble and other competitive contact sports. Connect with Danielle on Facebook!

Meet Nava

Nava SzwergoldNava Szwergold is a Birthright Israel NEXT Fellow. She is excited to share her knowledge and love of the city and its Jewish communities with others. She is a volunteer facilitator for the Jewish Dialogue Group and is part of an active Jewish community in West Philadelphia. Outside of the Jewish community you can find her working with children and teaching and practicing acrobatics. Connect with Nava on Facebook.