By Stephanie Smartschan No matter your stage of life, the Jewish community has something to offer you. In your 20s, 30s or 40s and looking to make connections? The Jewish Federation of the Lehigh Valley’s Young Adult Division or PJ for Parents program could be the place for you. Both offer the opportunity for younger adults to form friendships, celebrate holidays and participate in fun activities together. The Jewish Community Center offers a whole host of programs for adults, including classes and clubs for those who share a common interest along with entertaining and educational in-person and virtual events. Jewish Film Nights at the JCC offer a chance to screen and discuss topical films of Jewish interest. Women’s Philanthropy of the Jewish Federation offers interesting and exciting programs for women and the Federation’s Maimonides Society hosts brunches around health care topics. For the 50 plus crowd, Friendship Circle at the JCC is the place to be as members come together every week for luncheons, musical entertainment, art projects and more. Jewish Family Service also periodically hosts programs for adults, like recent webinar programs on mindfulness, family matters and advice for caregivers and the annual Phyllis Ringel Memorial Lecture. Local synagogues also frequently host programs for their adult members, and nonmembers are often invited to join. 8
Shalom Lehigh Valley 2021-23
