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title: "Bucks County Kehillah's Upcoming Events: December"
description: December is full of Bucks County events - be sure to save the date!
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# [Bucks County Kehillah's Upcoming Events: December](https://blog.jewishphilly.org/bucks-county-kehillah-upcoming-events-december)

 Written by [Malkie Friedman](https://blog.jewishphilly.org/author/malkie-friedman) | Nov 21, 2023 4:24:52 PM

The upcoming months are full for the Jewish Federation's Bucks County Kehillah — be sure to save the date!

 

**NextGen at the Fitler ClubThursday, November 30 | 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. *The Fitler Club***

Join [NextGen](https://jewishphilly.org/get-involved/affinity-groups/nextgen/) for our signature event at the Fitler Club to reconnect, network and come together as a community — which is more important now than ever before. Mix and mingle with other professionals while enjoying hors d'oeuvres and an open bar, including specialty cocktails. To register, [click here.](https://jewishphilly.org/get-involved/affinity-groups/nextgen/nextgen-at-the-fitler-advance-reg/)

 

**Shine a LightSunday, December 3 | 1:30 p.m - 4:30 p.m.*The Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History***

Join the Jewish Federation and community partners for a fun-filled collaborative experience  featuring artist Sheryl Oring of *I Wish to Stay* with crafts, music, and civic engagement opportunities. This event is a moment to shine the light on a collective path, demonstrating that preserving freedoms and fighting hate is done alongside neighbors and allies. Advance registration is required. For more information and to register, [click here](https://jkidphilly.org/event/shine-12-3-23/?instance_id=15113).

 

**Bucks County Chanukah Celebration  
Sunday, December 10 | 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.  
*Temple Judea***

Join [Bucks County Kehillah](https://jewishphilly.org/get-involved/neighborhood-programming/bucks-county/) and Temple Judea for Chanukah fun! Friends, neighbors and families can enjoy the festive light with an interactive candle lighting, singing, dancing, crafts, treat bags, and, of course, doughnuts. Advance registration is required. For more information and to register, [click here](https://www.templejudea.org/event/hanukkah-in-the-borough.html?).

 

2**nd Annual Hanukkah Hoopla EventWednesday, December 13 | 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.*Congregation Beth El, Yardley***

Back by popular demand! All are welcome to join Congregation Beth El for crafts for children, an adult program with Rabbi Cantor and a Candle Lighting with a Hanukkah sing-along. Bring your own Hanukkiah to light and 8 candles. Everyone can enjoy latkes and *sufganiyot* (jelly donuts) to eat! Advance registration required by Tuesday, December 12. For more information and to register, [click here](https://www.bethelyardley.org/event/2nd-annual-hanukkah-hoopla-event.html).

 

**Gems Programming and Resources  
Throughout December**

Join Gems in December for a Chanukah celebration and movie featuring Happy-Go-Lucky, classes on the opera composer Verdi, a Brains and Balance workshop on staying mentally sharp and physically stable, an Art History class, and Chair Yoga. To register, please call Greta Wrigley, Bucks County Program Manager, at 267.984.0722.

 

**Volunteer Opportunities***Various Times and Locations*

Interested in volunteering at an event? Opportunities include helping with event set up, decorating, registration, handing out give-aways, greeting attendees, helping with craft projects and more. Email Carrie Matez to find the right opportunity at [buckscounty@jewishphilly.org](mailto:buckscounty@jewishphilly.org).

 

**SAVE THE DATE!**

**Bucks County Biennial Jewish Festival**Sunday, June 9 | 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.  
*Bucks County Community College*

 

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The Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia's Kehillah initiative works to foster vibrant Jewish communities. You can learn more about Bucks County Kehillah by visiting [jewishphilly.org/bucks-county](https://jewishphilly.org/get-involved/neighborhood-programming/bucks-county/) or by contacting Community Engagement Specialist Carrie Matez at [buckscounty@jewishphilly.org](mailto:buckscounty@jewishphilly.org).

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