Uncover the rich, diverse stories of American Jewish life this season with Women at The Weitzman, highlighting voices from across the community. From inspiring lectures and live concerts to immersive events, we celebrate the dynamic contributions of women, from Dr. Mijal Bitton to award-winning journalist Yardena Schwartz and comedian Judy Gold to spiritual song leader Chana Raskin. Join us for unforgettable programs that honor female leaders, thinkers, and doers, sparking joy and connection in every moment.

Visit TheWeitzman.org/Events for details and tickets!

SEPTEMBER

Thursday, September 12 | Women at The Weitzman
State of American Jewry with Dr. Mijal Bitton
Live at The Weitzman & Livestream
Dr. Bitton delivers the inaugural State of American Jewry address, exploring rising antisemitism and cultural sustainability to the relationship between American and Israeli Jews.

Tuesday, September 17 | Women at The Weitzman
NEI SERIES Redefining Antisemitism in the United States: A Historical Approach with Britt Tevis, J.D./Ph.D.
Livestream
This lecture redefines antisemitism by exploring its historical manifestations in America, challenging oversimplified views and narrow focuses on conspiracy theories and discussions on Israel. Lecture series and educator professional development details at TheWeitzman.org/NEI.

Thursday, September 19 – Sunday, September 22
PJFM Digital Chutzpah 2024!

*Sunday, September 22 | Women at The Weitzman
Behind the Podcast: The Nightingale of Iran | Concert and Conversation
Live at The Weitzman & Livestream
Galeet and Danielle Dardashti will discuss their award-winning podcast, followed by a live Monajat concert and a discussion of their grandfather Younes Dardashti’s legacy.

*This project is made possible in part through the Mid Atlantic Folk and Traditional Arts – Community Projects program of Mid Atlantic Arts with support from the National Endowment for the Arts.*

Thursday, September 26
ZAHAV Home: Cooking for Friends & Family – Cookbook Launch & Tasting
Live at the Weitzman & Livestream
Learn from the best as Michael Solomonov and Steve Cook share practical advice on stocking your pantry, key cooking techniques, and bringing their acclaimed Zahav flavors to your table at home with moderator Howie Roseman, General Manager of the Philadelphia Eagles.

OCTOBER

Thursday, October 3 | The Weitzman will be closed in observance of Rosh Hashanah

Sunday, October 6
Film | We Will Dance Again
Live at The Weitzman
The Nova Music Festival was supposed to be a celebration of life, love, and music for thousands of young people but became part of the deadliest terror attack in Israel’s history as one of the first targets of Hamas. The film is told through the eyes of more than a dozen survivors, many of whom videotaped their experiences as the massacre unfolded, along with footage captured by both the victims and Hamas.

Sunday, October 6 – Sunday, October 13
October Seventh: A Visual and Sound Journey from ANU Museum
Live at The Weitzman
These photographs, generally unseen by American audiences, document the events of October 7 and their aftermath. These images, predominantly captured by Israeli journalists, are paired with a moving and uplifting soundtrack.

Saturday, October 12 | The Weitzman will be closed in observance of Yom Kippur

Monday, October 14 | ANU and The Weitzman
Between October Seventh and Simchat Torah: Marking the First Yahrzeit As A Global Jewish People
Livestream
Join us for an insightful and moving online event, co-hosted by the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History and ANU – Museum of the Jewish People, as we come together to mark the first anniversary of October Seventh. This special program will focus on how this tragic day has forever impacted American Jewry and Israelis, highlighting personal reflections and scholarly analysis.

Sunday, October 20 | Women at The Weitzman
Echoes of 1929 in a Post-October 7th World | Ghosts of a Holy War Book Release
Live at The Weitzman
Award-winning journalist Yardena Schwartz discusses her new book examining the 1929 Hebron massacre and its critical role in understanding the long-standing Arab-Israeli conflict. Moderated by President of Gratz College, Zev Eleff.

Tuesday, October 29 | Women at The Weitzman
NEI SERIES American Jewry’s Response to Israel’s War of Independence with Jenna Weissman Joselit
Livestream
This lecture examines how American Jews responded emotionally to Israel’s War of Independence, using sound, image, and text to explore modern Jewish history. Lecture series and educator professional development details at TheWeitzman.org/NEI.

NOVEMBER

November 14-24
44th PJFM Fall Fest 2024
Live at The Weitzman
The Weitzman proudly co-presents Philadelphia Jewish Film & Media’s annual Fall Festival, a week-long series celebrating cinematic and digital Jewish storytelling.

November 21 |Women at The Weitzman
Comedy Night with Judy Gold
Live at The Weitzman
Laugh out loud with this award-winning comedian’s sharp wit and stand-up, as seen on HBO, Netflix, and Comedy Central.

DECEMBER

December 1 | Women at The Weitzman
Humans of Judaism Book Release
Live at The Weitzman

December 1
NOSH & SHOP: Hannukah Makers Market
Live at The Weitzman

December 5 | Women at The Weitzman
Secret Chord Cncerts Live: RAZA
Live at The Weitzman

December 25 | Being ___ at Christmas! Family Day
Live at The Weitzman  | Annual Extravaganza of Family Fun for Everyone!

Check out our Winter 2025 Lineup here (December – February)