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Get To Know Philly: The Philadelphia Fringe Festival through the eyes of Amanda Graff!
Philly has lots to offer for both locals and tourists, but according to our very own Amanda Graff, one of its hidden gems deserves more attention: the Philadelphia Fringe Festival! A yearly celebration of contemporary performance, experimental theatre, and independent arts, the Philly Fringe brings hundreds of productions to the city throughout its month-long run….
We’re Hiring: Part-Time Bookkeeper
Part-Time Bookkeeper Location: Flexible hours; hybrid (work from home and visit office 2-3 a month); office is located in Old City, Philadelphia Status: Part-Time (8 hours per week on average)…
Tisha B’Av: The Saddest Day in Jewish History, and What It Still Teaches Us
Every year, Jews around the world observe Tisha B’Av, the ninth day of the Hebrew month of Av. It is the saddest day on the Jewish calendar, a day of…
We’re Hiring: Executive Director
Executive Director Philadelphia, PA Full-Time | Reports to the Board Chair and Executive Committee Salary: $110,000-$130,000 Ideal Start Date: December 1, 2026 About Tribe 12 Tribe 12 connects people in…
Tribe 12’s Summer 2026 Bucket List
It’s already July!! Here’s our top ten things to put on your Philly summer 2026 bucket list before it’s suddenly fall: Watch the sunset from the Schuylkill River Trail: Walk, bike,…
Introducing… Our Shabbat Exploration Series!
Shabbat is a day of rest, joy, and connection, and there are many ways to experience it. Maybe you want a break from your phone for a day, or even…
Community Resources
We know this is a challenging time for many people in our community. We want you to know that we at Tribe 12 are here with you to navigate this…
Calling all Alumni of Tribe 12/The Collaborative!
Calling all Alumni of Tribe 12/The Collaborative! We are launching an alumni Tribe, a space for alumni of our community to gather with friends old and new and stay connected to the magic of Tribe 12. Of course friends and partners of alumni are welcome to join as well! Who is an alum? You are an…
Menorahs of Instagram
Between the holiday season and Black Friday sales, I’ve been seeing a LOT of cool menorahs on Instagram lately. Whether you’re lighting candles alone or with family, in a small…
Three Perfect First Dates
In my role as in-house matchmaker at Tribe 12, the #1 question I get asked is probably “is today a Jewish holiday?” A close second is definitely “where should I…
Taking Our Voices Back: The Legacy of Dinah
Shana Weiner is an attorney in Philadelphia, an alum of our Tribe 12 Fellowship, and the founder of Dinah, a non-profit which provides comprehensive legal services to survivors of domestic…
#Noshgiving
This post was originally published on #NoshGoals, a side project from our Engagement Associate, Rachel Abramowitz. See the original post here. When you think about it, I really think Thanksgiving…
What’s Your #TribeVibe ?
Looking for a home in Philly’s Jewish community? Our name, Tribe 12, is an homage to the twelve unique tribes who inhabited the land of ancient Israel, and by the…
5 Tips for a Happy, Healthy Life as a Young Entrepreneur
Yael Pachino, CEO at Yael Pachino Photography, is a frequent Tribe 12 partner. You may have met her last year when she shot some Tribe 12 Fellowship events or before…
Thanksgiving Shabbat
A lot of my matchmaking people seemed to be sticking around Philly for the holiday weekend, so I threw on a brisket and invited them over. We did the traditional…
VOTE THIS TUESDAY! Plus 6 More Ways to Get Your Civic Engagement on This Fall
Tis the season to head to the voting booth! The national political stage has been getting all the attention, but less-than-sexy local politics are where decisions that affect our day…
Book Lovers Speed Dating
I always joke that my goal with speed dating events is to create an experience which doesn’t require years of therapy to recover from. For this reason I usually like…