Triple Chai (Ages 54+)

Triple Chai is Society Hill Synagogue’s social group for congregants ages 54 and older. Chai (with the “ch” pronounced like in “challah”) means “living” in Hebrew and is a word formed by two Hebrew letters whose numerical value totals 18. Hence Triple Chai!
Recent Triple Chai programs and activities have included outings to theatre and a meal, specially guided tours of local art galleries, and film festival screenings. We welcome all adults ages 54 and older — singles and couples — to join us and build deeper and wider bonds in a fun, welcoming ambiance. For more information, please contact Robin Cohen and Natalie Landro at triplechai(at)societyhillsynagogue.org.

Upcoming Events:

 

Triple Chai goes to Morocco!

Info Meeting: Sunday, Nov. 3 
Trip: April 20 – May 1, 2025, with an optional extension to Tangier & Chefchaouen May 1 – 4.
Early Bird Discount ends: Dec. 1, 2024
 
Embark on a captivating journey through Jewish Morocco, where centuries-old Jewish history is interwoven with the rich cultural fabric of the country. This itinerary explores the vibrant cities, ancient medinas and sacred sites that tell the story of Morocco’s once-thriving Jewish communities. From the historic Mellahs (Jewish quarters) of Fez and Marrakech to the beautifully preserved synagogues and cemeteries, you’ll uncover the profound influence of Jewish culture on Morocco’s heritage. Along the way, you’ll experience the warmth of Moroccan hospitality, the beauty of its landscapes and the resilience of Jewish traditions that continue to thrive today. This journey offers a unique insight into the enduring legacy of Jewish life in Morocco, a country where coexistence and cultural exchange have flourished for centuries.
Email triplechai@societyhillsynagogue.org to RSVP for our November 3 interest meeting!

 

Triple Chai (54+) Presents: Amsterdam by Maya Arad Yasur, with Lunch

Sunday, November 17 @ 3:00 pm
$36 October 6 and later
Join us for Theatre Ariel’s performance of Amsterdam by Maya Arad Yasur at Christ Church Neighborhood House, 20 N American Street, Philadelphia. This riveting play follows a Jewish woman in Amsterdam as she uncovers a long-forgotten gas bill from 1944, leading her on a journey of identity, legacy, and life in the diaspora. We will meet for lunch at 12:45 pm before the show at Las Bugambilias (15 S 3rd St., Philadelphia) and walk to the show together.

Purchase your ticket directly from the box office, and please contact Robin Cohen and Natalie Landro at triplechai(at)societyhillsynagogue.org if you are planning to join us for lunch.
 

Forgiveness: A Journey from the Courtroom to the Boardroom

Date: Sunday, January 12, 2025
Time: 11:00 am
Location: Society Hill Synagogue
Join us for bagels and spreads as Jeffrey Abramowitz, Esquire, shares his journey from being a Jewish lawyer active in his community and synagogue to facing the challenges of a criminal indictment and five years in federal prison. Only through forgiving himself could he climb his “second mountain.” 
Today, he works with passion and purpose to change the field of correctional and reentry education through the Petey Greene Program.
 

Cold Cases: Put Your Sherlock Holmes Hat On

Date: Sunday, February 2, 2025
Time: 12:30 pm
Location: Society Hill Synagogue 
Enjoy bagels and spreads, then delve into the world of cold cases with Howard Lebofsky, Esquire, co-chair of VIDOCQ, a non-profit organization of lawyers, investigators, forensic scientists, and experts assisting in solving cold cases. Chief Detective Jack Maxwell, who served as a police officer for 42 years, will also speak. He’ll discuss the Rand Corporation’s nationwide “Criminal Investigative Study” and challenge the idea of a “Detective Mystique” by sharing actual high-profile murder and sexual assault cases where experienced detectives played a key role in solving them.
 

Tour of the Museum for Art of Wood

Date: Thursday, March 20, 2025
Time: 11:30 am
Location: Museum for Art of Wood, 141 N. 3rd Street, Philadelphia
Cost: $5.00 for the tour
The Museum for Art of Wood is a worldwide leader in contemporary wood art and creativity. This tour includes both a temporary exhibition and a permanent collection, showcasing over a thousand wooden sculptures. The tour will begin promptly at 11:30 am, with lunch following. More details to come.