The upcoming months are full for the Jewish Federation's Bucks County Kehillah — be sure to save the date!
‘The Ring,’ a Tale of Survival Movie, Hebrew with English Subtitles
Saturday, March 29 | 9 - 11:30 p.m.
Gratz College
The Ring is a poignant tale of survival, redemption, and family inspired by true events. In 1944 Hungary, a young Jewish mother saves herself and her infant son from deportation by bribing a soldier with her cherished ring. Decades later in Israel, her son, now an observant Jew and estranged from his daughter, sets out to recover the ring as his mother’s health declines. To register, click here.
Poker Tournament
Sunday, March 30 | 12 - 5 p.m.
Congregation Beth El of Bucks County
Lay your cards on the table at the Men's Club Poker tournament! Advanced registration is required. Admission includes lunch and beverages. To register, click here.
Who Will Bear Witness? The Future of Holocaust Education Through Technology
Sunday, March 30 | 1:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Gratz College
How will we impart the lessons of the Holocaust when all the eyewitnesses are gone? Creative Director Ken Winikur's work includes documentaries, virtual reality and interactive media, such as Dimensions in Testimony developed by the USC Shoah Foundation. He has worked with several major Holocaust museums on their exhibits. In this presentation, Winikur will explore current trends in educational technology, including virtual reality, the evolution of the visitor journey, and the increasing expectations of “experience” over information. To register, click here.
TikTok Tova: Voice of Survival – Combating Antisemitism and Advancing Holocaust Education
Sunday, March 30 | 2 - 3 p.m.
Holocaust Awareness Museum
This event offers a rare and powerful opportunity to hear from Tova Friedman, a Holocaust survivor who was a child in Auschwitz. Friedman will share her deeply personal story, providing a unique perspective on the Holocaust that will leave a lasting impact. In addition to sharing her testimony, Friedman has embraced the digital age, connecting with a new generation through her TikTok account, TovaTok (@TovaFriedman). With over 500,000 followers and 10 million likes, she engages Gen Z innovatively and meaningfully. To learn more and register, click here.
The Great Matzah Bake-Off
Sunday, March 30 | 4 - 5 p.m.
Lubavitch of Yardley
Roll up your sleeves and get ready to shape and bake your own way to matzah mastery while exploring the rich traditions of this Passover favorite. To register, click here.
‘Highway 65’, Israeli Drama (English subtitles) and Dessert Reception
Sunday, March 30 | 4 - 8:30 p.m.
Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History
A compelling drama that delves into mystery and human connection. Set against the sweltering backdrop of Afula, far from Tel Aviv's hustle, the film follows a 41-year-old police officer adjusting to life in a quiet town. Her routine is shattered by the disappearance of Orly Elimelech, a magnetic army widow and former beauty queen, raising a troubling question: why isn’t anyone searching for her?
Bucks County Night of Jewish Learning
Sunday, March 30 | 7 - 9 p.m.
Virtual
The Rabbis and Cantors of our Bucks County congregations invite you to join for a special Night of Jewish learning. This is a wonderful opportunity to gather together as one large Jewish community. The program will include a keynote session from Dr. Ora Horn Prouser, CEO of the Academy of Jewish Religion, followed by learning sessions offered by the clergy. To register, click here.
Info Session for Tivnu: The Jewish Social Justice Gap Year
Tuesday, April 1 | 8:30 - 9:30 p.m.
Virtual
Do you know a teen looking for a year of self-discovery and adventure after high school? Through Tivnu’s Jewish Social Justice Gap Year, young adults ages 17-20, immerse in a year of adventure, friendship and fun. Personalized internships help teens learn deeply about themselves and the world, all before stepping foot on a college campus. Cohort members also build a thriving Jewish home together, make friends for life, and explore the beautiful Pacific Northwest. To register, click here.
Chinese Shabbat Dinner
Friday, April 4 | 7 - 8:30 p.m.
Lubavitch of Yardley
Celebrate Shabbat with a delicious kosher Chinese spread, great spirit and great company. To register, click here.
Teen Pesach Fun Day
Sunday, April 6 | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Congregation Beth El of Bucks County
Play games, make a matzah cover, make matzah, eat Passover food and hear the story of Passover. Open to kids 2-16 and their parents. To register, click here.
Model Seder
Sunday, April 6 | 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Bensalem Jewish Outreach Center
Prep for the real thing with our model seder that includes inspiring stories, instructions for the seder, and of course Matzah and wine. Geared to families with young childrens. Advanced registration is required. To register, email Daniel Miller at daniel@bensalemoutreach.org.
Culture and Cream Cheese
Sunday, April 6 | 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Congregation Beth El of Bucks County
Discuss all the interesting Jewish themed genres, including art exhibitions, authors, books, cultural happenings and more. To register, click here.
Meet Students from Tzameret: Israel's Elite Military Medicine Training Program
Sunday, April 6 | 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Adath Israel Merion Station
The Tzameret program within the Hebrew University of Jerusalem's (HU) Faculty of Medicine exclusively trains students to become military physicians for the IDF. Men and women from across Israel are accepted to this competitive program and earn a medical degree while becoming officers who will serve a minimum of five years in the army as a physician in a combat unit. Philadelphia is one of six cities worldwide to welcome these students each year for special training. Hear from the students and meet their director, Dr. Nir Hirshoren, who also manages the Institute for Research in Military Medicine at HU. To register, click here.
Passover DIY Wood Workshop
Sunday, April 6 | 12 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Congregation Beth El of Bucks County
Join for this new and timely workshop for Passover. Enjoy a fun, creative time with crafty guidance. Learn new techniques, connect with others and make this Passover memorable together. To register, click here.
When G-d Shows Up
Monday, April 7 | 7:30 - 9 p.m.
Lubavitch of Bucks County
Join for an inspiring evening with Rosie Weinstein as she shares insights from her debut book, “When G-d Shows Up: Embracing the Extraordinary in Everyday Life.” In honor of Passover, come together to embrace faith and connection. Enjoy sushi, salads and wine while connecting through powerful stories of inspiration. To register, click here.
Community Passover Seder
Saturday, April 12 and Monday, April 13 | 7:15 - 9 p.m.
Chabad of Doylestown
Join for a community Passover seder. To learn more and register, click here.
Passover Seder
Saturday, April 12 | 8 - 10 p.m.
Lubavitch of Yardley
Join a memorable and authentic Passover experience, explained in English and filled with meaningful commentary. Enjoy a delicious brisket dinner, handmade matzah and four cups of fine wine. To register, click here.
Community Passover Seder
Saturday, April 12 | 8:10 - 10:00 p.m.
Lubavitch of Bucks County
Don't let Pharaoh ruin your Seder with hard labor! Join us for the seder of a lifetime! Enjoy a community kosher for Passover seder complete with hand-baked matzah, fine wine, and a brisket dinner. To register, click here.
Bucks Community Seders!
Saturday, April 12 | 8:30 - 11:59 p.m.
Bensalem Jewish Outreach Center
The Jewish people are all one family! Join for a delicious community seder that will inspire, educate and enable you to relive the exodus in a fun and meaningful way. Special attention will be focused on engaging the children. To register, click here.
Bucks Community Seders! #2
April 13 | 8:30 - 11:59 p.m.
Bensalem Jewish Outreach Center
The Jewish people are all one family! Join for a delicious community seder that will inspire, educate and enable you to relive the exodus in a fun and meaningful way. Special attention will be focused on engaging the children. To register, click here.
Yellow Candle Lighting
Thursday, April 24 | 6 - 7 p.m.
Virtual
Join the Philadelphia Holocaust Remembrance Foundation for a virtual candle lighting to honor the victims of the Holocaust. The event will include a short educational presentation and a brief prayer as we light our candles together. To register, click here.
Jewish Resilience Film and Media Series
Thursday, April 24 | 7 - 9 p.m.
Friday, April 25 | 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Saturday, April 26 | 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Sunday, April 27 | 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Monday, April 28 | 12 - 9 p.m.
Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History
Philadelphia Jewish Film and Media's first ever Jewish Resilience Film and Media Series explores the unwavering fortitude of the Jewish people through cinema and digital media. In an age of rising antisemitism across the globe on social media, in politics, and elsewhere, this new series celebrates the strength and survival of the Jewish people throughout history, from the Golden Age to post-Oct. 7. To register, click here.
Jewish Resilience Film and Media Series
Friday, April 25 | 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History
Philadelphia Jewish Film and Media's first ever Jewish Resilience Film and Media Series explores the unwavering fortitude of the Jewish people through cinema and digital media. In an age of rising antisemitism across the globe on social media, in politics, and elsewhere, this new series celebrates the strength and survival of the Jewish people throughout history, from the Golden Age to post-Oct. 7. To register, click here.
JRA Food Distribution
Sunday, April 27, May 18, June 22, July 20, Aug. 10, Sept. 14, Oct.26, Nov. 16 and Dec.14 | 9:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.
JRA Warehouse
Join this month's distribution and help pack and deliver food for low-income individuals across the Greater Philadelphia area. From 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., join JRA Juniors for ages ten and under to pack boxes and enjoy stories and crafts. Starting at 10:00 a.m., packing for ages ten and older will begin. To register, click here.
Bingo at Beth El
Sunday, April 27 | 12 - 2 p.m.
Congregation Beth El of Bucks County
Bring your family and friends for bingo and pizza! To register, click here.
Yom HaZikaron Memorial Ceremony
Tuesday, April 29 | 6:30 - 9 p.m.
Har Zion Temple
On Yom HaZikaron (Day of Remembrance), we have the opportunity as individuals, families, and community members to remember, recognize, and cherish the fallen Israeli Defense Force soldiers and victims of terrorism. We invite the community to share images and names of fallen family and friends on our Kir Zikaron (Memorial Wall). Let us stand together, remember and continue telling their stories. To register, click here.
The Bible Players Present The Joy of Doing Mitzvot
Sunday, May 4 | 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Congregation Brothers of Israel
Come join this family program open to the community. To learn more and register, email morahj@aol.com.
Walking Tour of Jewish Philadelphia
Sunday, May 4 | 2 - 4 p.m.
Congregation Beth El of Bucks County
Take a guided tour with Dr. Michael Schatz for a captivating walking tour of the historic Philadelphia Jewish Quarter. To register, click here.
The Jewish Course of Why
Tuesday, May 6 and Tuesday, May 6 | 7:30 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Lubavitch of Yardley
Join and learn the 50 biggest questions about Jews and Judaism. To register, click here.
Friday Night Shabbat Dinner
Friday, May 16, June 27 | 6 - 7:30 p.m.
Chabad of Doylestown
Join the Chabad of Doylestown for a Friday night Shabbat dinner. To register, click here.
Susan G. Komen Philadelphia More Than Pink Walk
Sunday, May 18 | 7 a.m. - 1 p.m.
4747 S Broad Street
Community members will gather together to celebrate the resilience of all people affected by breast cancer while raising vital funds to help Susan G. Komen invest in research AND provide assistance to help with treatment, medication, transportation services and much more. To register, click here.
Spring Open House
Sunday, May 18 | 12 - 3 p.m.
Camp Galil
Join the Camp Galil community for a wonderful family day of food fun and new friends. Tour the campground, enjoy camp activities, meet the campers and counselors, and have a picnic. To register, click here.
Tapestry of Jewish Songs - Sharim V'Sharot
Sunday, May 18 | 2:30 - 4 p.m.
Congregation Kol Emet
Join Congregation Kol Emet for a tapestry of Jewish songs. Enjoy concert and culture from Sharim V’Sharot. To register, click here.
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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 or by contacting buckscounty@jewishphilly.org.
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