With the calamity of fascism in the United States including the persecution of migrants, along with the disaster of apartheid and genocide in Israel/Palestine, there is a lot to grieve in these times. On Tisha B'Av, a day for remembering the calamities that have befallen the Jewish people as a result of baseless hatred (sinat chinam), we in IfNotNow Philly, Main Line Jewish Justice Collective, and Never Again Action are holding space for the heart to safely break.

We are gathering for reflection and inspiration to action in the evening on Thursday, July 23, 2026, at an outdoor location in Lower Merion Township. The exact location, which is close to public transportation, will be sent to those who register.

Can't attend this event? We also endorse the action with Rabbis for Ceasefire in Center City at 5:30 PM same day.

The event is on flat though unpaved ground. While we are not currently planning to have sound amplification, the environment is not expected to have much noise.