The upcoming months are full for the Jewish Federation's Bucks County Kehillah — be sure to save the date!
Echoes of 1929 in a Post-October 7 World | Ghosts of a Holy War Book Release
Sunday, Oct. 20 | 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
The Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History
Award-winning journalist and author Yardena Schwartz will discuss her new book, Ghosts of a Holy War, with the President of Gratz College, Zev Eleff. In this program, she will explore Jewish life in British Mandate Palestine, the tensions that led to the massacre, and the parallels to our post-October 7 world. To learn more and register, click here.
Dessert and Dialogue: Breakfast and Half A Bike Play Reading
Sunday, Oct. 27 | 9:15 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Ohev Shalom Synagogue of Bucks County
Join Ohev Shalom Synagogue of Bucks County Men’s Club and Inclusion B’Kavod Committees for a peek into the world of one’s man journey with Bipolar Disorder and a discussion about local mental health resources. To register, click here.
One Year Later: Commemorate the Oct. 7 Massacre
Sunday, October 27 | 1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Har Zion Temple
Join us to honor the victims of the Oct. 7 massacre in Israel, share messages of hope and resilience and unite as a community. Your presence and participation will make a meaningful difference. To register, click here.
Adult Hebrew Alphabet and Jewish Prayer Cass
Monday, Oct. 28 - Monday, Dec. 16 | 7:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Temple Judea of Bucks County
Within a warm, nurturing and relaxed environment, learn the Hebrew alphabet, uUnderstand basic roots of key Hebrew words, dDevelop insight into Jewish prayer & a sensitivity to Jewish liturgy and enjoy lively and fun discussions. To learn more and register, email judea@templejudea.org.
Lunch & Learn: A Rereading of Creation
Wednesday, Oct. 30 | 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Gratz College
Are men and women intrinsically different according to Judaism? Was the first human a man or an androgynous being? Was Eve created from Adam's side? Why are women treated as almost an entirely different species by the early rabbis? And what might God have to say about all of this? Join Rabbi Megan GoldMarche for a lunch-and-learn to examine the creation stories in the Torah and explore these questions. To register, click here.
Klezmer Band
Sunday, Nov. 3 | 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Congregation Beth El
All are welcome to attend this lively performance with Ernesto’s Club featuring piano and percussion and an exciting introduction to Brazilian music. To register, click here.
Hadassah Education Day: Now More Than Ever
Sunday, Nov. 3 | 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Bala Golf Club
Hadassah Greater Philadelphia is honored to present Dr. Ayal Feinberg, Director of the Center for Holocaust Studies and Human Rights at Gratz College, and Rhoda F. Smolow, immediate Past National President of Hadassah. Dr. Feinberg will discuss Antisemitism in a post-Oct. 7 landscape and Rhoda Smolow will provide Hadassah updates and speak about all we can and must do to advance justice and healing, “Now More Than Ever”. A delicious luncheon and raffles will complete the day! This event is open to all. To register, click here.
Taste of Perelman
Tuesday, Nov. 5 | 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Forman Center Campus
Join for a morning of fun and interactive activities and play and learn in two languages! This program is intended for preschool-aged children and their families. To register, click here.
Temple Judea Rummage Sale
Wednesday, Nov. 6 | 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Temple Judea of Bucks County
Shop from a large selection of new and gently used items, including clothing for adults and children's, accessories, shoes, purses, jewelry, toys, games, puzzles, craft supplies, children's books, sporting goods, linens, art and household items.
Jewish Film Festival 2024
Saturday, Nov. 9, Nov. 16 and Nov. 23 | 7:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.
Congregation Beth El
Join Congregation Beth El for a three part film series. Light refreshments will be served after the film. To learn more and register, click here.
We Are Not Alone
Sunday, Nov. 10 | 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Congregation Brothers of Israel
Join Ross Weisman, from the Philadelphia ADL, and Brittany Bertsche, from Passages, to hear about the rise of Antisemitism in the United States and Pennsylvania. Registration is not required.
JCRC Webinar Series with David Horovitz
Monday, Nov. 11 | 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Virtual
The Jewish Federation’s Jewish Community Relations Council is pleased to welcome back David Horovitz, Founding Editor of the online newspaper The Times of Israel. In the briefings, Horovitz will provide updates about the latest events happening in Israel and the Middle East. To register, click here.
Rebuilt from Broken Glass
Thursday, Nov. 14 | 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Gratz College
Fred Behrend and Larry Hanover will speak about the book and documentary, "Rebuilt from Broken Glass: A German Jewish Life Remade in America." Fred Behrend witnessed the flames of Kristallnacht in 1938 at age 12, seeing synagogue after synagogue on fire, and was soon fleeing Nazi tyranny. Books will be available for purchase in advance and at the program. To register, click here.
Amsterdam
Thursday, November 14 - Sunday, November 24 | Various Times
Christ Church Neighborhood House
For the first time in 15 years, Theatre Ariel returns to mainstage productions with this complex, highly theatrical story of identity and history. Four actors will take you on the whirlwind, stream-of-consciousness journey of a Jewish woman living in Amsterdam who stumbles on a long-forgotten gas bill from 1944. The bill's implications send her on a riveting exploration of identity, legacy and life in diaspora. Immediate, theatrical and timely, you'll want to be there when Theatre Ariel presents this unique production in its Philadelphia premiere! More information and tickets, click here.
44th Jewish Film and Media Festival
Thursday, Nov. 14 - Sunday, Nov. 24 | Various Times
Various Locations
PJFM’s annual film and media festival returns to Philadelphia and the surrounding suburbs. PJFM’s 44th festival brings the most unique Jewish international films and digital media content from across the globe, from Philadelphia movie premieres to repertory cinema and collaborative events with local organizations. To learn more and register, click here.
6th Annual Thanksgiving Diversity Luncheon
Wednesday, Nov. 20 | 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Congregation Rodeph Shalom
The Community of Conscience program is a way to celebrate diversity and shared values. Join a diverse group of ethnic and religious leaders to continue working together on shared interests to grow this important partnership of intergroup/interreligious relations. To register, click here.
AFMDA Philadelphia Event: Saving Lives Together
Thursday, Nov. 21 | 5:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Don’t miss this opportunity to make a meaningful impact and stand with Israel. Join us for an inspiring evening dedicated to supporting Magen David Adom (MDA), Israel’s national emergency medical service. Your presence ensures that MDA continues to provide critical care and emergency services to save lives. To register, click here.
Fires in the Mirror: Meet Bristol Riverside Theater's Producer and Director, Amy Kaissar
Sunday, Dec. 15 | 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Congregation Beth El
Join for this special director's cut program with Bristol Riverside Theater's (BRT) producer and director of Fires in the Mirror, Amy Kaissar. To register, click here.
Six13 Chanukah Concert
Sunday, December 15 | 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Old York Road Temple-Beth Am
Get ready for an electrifying performance by a renowned Jewish A Cappella group! Known for their sensational hits like "Elton Johnukah" and "Bohemian Chanukah," they bring a unique and vibrant twist to your favorite tunes. To register, click here.
Fires in the Mirror: Meet Bristol Riverside Theater's Producer and Director, Amy Kaissar
Sunday, Feb. 23 | 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Congregation Beth El
Join Congregation Beth El to see Fires in the Mirror, a true story of how rising tensions between African-Americans and Jews in Crown Heights boiled over into three days of violence in 1991. 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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