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New Matchmaking Offerings!
We’ve got some exciting news here in the world of matchmaking at Tribe 12. While we still offer our signature free (with a suggested one-time donation of $36) matchmaking intake calls, we have had many people ask us for more hands-on matchmaking help — and we’re ready to deliver! Take a look at some of…
Something New!
Greetings Tribeniks, Tribe12ers, Tribesfolx! (We’re experimenting with some names, let us know what you think!) After just a month of working with Tribe 12, I easily recognize the incredible…
Our Rainbow Twist on Jewish Matchmaking
Thanks to the new Netflix show Jewish Matchmaking, Jewish matchmaking is experiencing a pop culture moment. As Tribe 12’s in-house matchmaker, this time has been so wild and so much…
Calling All Fans of ‘Jewish Matchmaking’ — Come Meet The Star!
Are you a fan of reality shows? Are you interested in the art of matchmaking? Then you won’t want to miss the upcoming event brought to you by Tribe 12,…
Join us for Launch Night 2023
We’re less than a week away from one of our most exciting events of the year- Launch Night! Our 13th cohort of Tribe 12 Fellows have honed their ideas…
Remembrance and Memory: the Importance of Commemorating Yom HaShoah in Philadelphia
On April 19th, 1943, on the eve of Passover, Jewish inhabitants of the Warsaw Ghetto began a twenty-seven day uprising against Nazi soldiers. It was the largest, and many have…
Introducing a Brand New Podcast: The Yentas!
Hey, does anyone hear that drumroll? We are so excited to bring you a brand new podcast: The Yentas! The Yentas isn’t your average dating podcast. On this podcast you…
Liberation and Deliverance: Reflecting on Social Justice and Passover
The beginning of the month of Nissan marks not only the start of spring, but the arrival of Passover, or Pesach. Pesach begins at sundown on the 5th of April and ends in the evening of April 13th. As we gather with families and loved ones, Jews around the world will celebrate and commemorate the…
Mercy, Self-Forgiveness, and Meaningful Reflection
Nathan Kamesar, Tribe 12’s friend and local rabbinical student, offers Jewish wisdom and timely teachings on our blog. We’ve reached it. The High Holiday season. The Yamim Noraim —…
Grappling with “God as King”
Nathan Kamesar, Tribe 12’s friend and local rabbinical student, offers Jewish wisdom and timely teachings on our blog. If I had to identify one theme that embodies the spirit…
Our Brand Launch Party, Beachadelphia, Was A Total Blast!
Tribe 12’s Beachadelphia Brand Launch Celebration was a success! Just about 150 people gathered at William Street Common in University City to celebrate Tribe 12 and the fact that fun…
What’s in a name? A whole lot when the name is “Tribe 12”
When I say our organization is Tribe 12, I’m often surprised by the range of reactions — from the sly smile that signals immediate insider status to the three second delayed “oh, get it” to no recognition of significance. Every good name has a story. Here’s ours.
Book Club
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Theater Tribe
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What’s at the Core of Tribe 12?
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Announcing: gobejewish.com!
If you’re saying, “hey — didn’t Tribe 12 already have a big announcement this week?”, we’re so glad you’re paying attention. It’s true that the social and cultural programs which…
Hi, we’re Tribe 12!
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