The upcoming months are full for the Jewish Federation's Bucks County Kehillah — be sure to save the date!
"My Uncle Sam" at Philly Fringe!
Tuesday, September 24 - Thursday, September 26 | 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Alliance for Jewish Theatre
Coming this year to Philly Fringe, the story of Jewish-American vaudevillian Sam Barton, as told by his descendant. See “My Uncle Sam,” the remarkable tale of a man present for some of the most pivotal moments in history, eager to share his lightness and artistry with a world growing increasingly hostile to his existence. The show is forty-five minutes with a Q&A session after. To purchase tickets, click here.
Zahav Home: Book Launch, Reception & Tasting with Mike Solomonov, Steve Cook and Howie Roseman
Thursday, September 26 | 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
The Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History
Philadelphia’s own Howie Roseman, the mastermind behind the Eagles’ Super Bowl-winning team, will be moderating the conversation as Mike Solomonov and Steve Cook take you inside their latest cookbook, Zahav Home: Cooking for Friends and Family. You won’t want to miss this all-star lineup at The Weitzman! To register, click here.
Klezmer Band
Sunday, October 6 | 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Congregation Beth El
Enjoy an amazing musical journey with Stan Slotter, Bob Butryn and Dave Posmontier of the Klezmer Band. Please register prior to the event. All ages are welcome to attend. To register, click here.
Echoes of 1929 in a Post-October 7 World | Ghosts of a Holy War Book Release
Sunday, October 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.
Hadassah Education Day: Now More Than Ever
Sunday, November 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.
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.
AFMDA Philadelphia Event: Saving Lives Together
Thursday, November 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.
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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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