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

Book Club
Monday, Aug. 4, 2025 | 8 - 9:32 p.m.
Shaare Shamayim

The Book Club of Congregations of Shaare Shamayim is hosting their Zoom session on Monday, August 4, 2025, at 8:00 p.m. July’s book is “The Hotel Nantucket” by Elin Hilderbrand. And August’s book is “Between Sisters” by Kristen Hannah. For further information, or to register for the book club program, please contact Lynn Ratmansky at the synagogue office at 215.677.1600.

JRA Food Distribution
Sunday, Aug. 10, Sept. 14, Oct.26, Nov. 16 and Dec. 14, 2025 | 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. 

Kibitz Club
Monday, Aug. 11 | 3:15 - 4:15 p.m.
Congregation Beth El of Bucks County

Join Congregation Beth El of Bucks County for fun Yiddish stories and experiences, Jewish music and jokes to keep Yiddish alive. No previous Yiddish knowledge required. All dialects and levels are welcome. To register, click here. 

Cook For A Friend
Tuesdays: Aug. 19, Sept. 16, Nov. 18 and Dec. 16 | 4 - 7 p.m.
Congregation Beth El of Bucks County 

Prepare, package, and provide healthy, nutritious, and delicious meals for homebound seniors affiliated with JCC Klein Branch in Northeast Philadelphia. To register, click here. 

Back to Shul BBQ
Sunday, Sept. 7 | 12 - 2 p.m.
Congregation Beth El of Bucks County

Join Congregation Beth El of Bucks County for a welcome back BBQ with food, fun and friends. To register, click here. 

Book Club
Monday, Sept. 8 | 8 - 9:30 p.m.
Congregation Shaare Shamayim

The Book Club of Congregations of Shaare Shamayim is hosting their virtual book club! This month’s book is “Crying in H Mart,” a Memoir by Michelle Zauner. For further information, or to register for the book club program, please contact Lynn Ratmansky at 215.677.1600.

Sisterhood General Meeting
Tuesday, Sept. 9 | 1 - 3 p.m.
Congregation Shaare Shamayim

The Sisterhood of Congregations of Shaare Shamayim is hosting their general meeting, featuring Debra Wallace Forman, an award-winning Philadelphia-based journalist, author, editor, feature writer and content provider with more than 25 years of professional experience. Light refreshments will be served and there is no charge for this program. For further information, please call the synagogue office at 215.677.1600.

Mens Club Beef and Beer
Wednesday, Sept. 10 | 6:30 - 9 p.m.
Congregation Shaare Shamayim

The Men’s Club and Chaverim of Congregations of Shaare Shamayim are hosting their annual Beef and Beer affair, featuring Philadelphia Inquirer sports columnist Michael Sielski. The cost to attend is $30 per person. For more information and to register, call the synagogue office at 215.677.1600.

HFL 41st Anniversary and Board Installation
Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2025 | 7 - 9 p.m.
Hebrew Free Loan Society of Greater Philadelphia

In celebration of Hebrew Free Loan Society of Greater Philadelphia’s 41st anniversary, join to honor the incredible 7 years of service by outgoing president, Amy Krulik. Additionally, join to officially install the new executive board with the fourth ever president, Harold Marcus. To register, email Anna Marx at anna@hflphilly.org. 

Wine and Cheese Night For Jewish Singles 55 Plus
Wednesday, Sept. 17 | 7 - 9 p.m.
Congregation Brothers of Israel

Join Congregation Brothers of Israel for a wine and cheese get together for Jewish Singles 55 plus. Get to know other singles within the Bucks County, Philadelphia and the Mercer area. To register, click here.

Babi Yar Remembrance Ceremony
Sunday, Sept. 28 | 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Shalom Cemetery

Holocaust Awareness Museum and Education Center will host a gathering to honor the victims of Babi Yar. To register, email Jacob Dupre at Jacob@hamec.org.

Americans for Ben-Gurion University Tribute Brunch
Sunday, Nov. 16, 2025 | 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Americans for Ben-Gurion University

Join Americans for Ben-Gurion University to celebrate and honor the work of Ben-Gurion University of the Negev (BGU). BGU is the beating heart of the Negev — where education, research and community are leading the Way Forward. To register, click here. 

Holocaust Survivor Concert 
Tuesday, March 10, 2026 | 7 - 8:30 p.m.
Keneseth Israel Synagogue

Commonwealth Youth Choir will host a concert with the Holocaust Awareness Museum to sing to local Holocaust survivors and the audience. After the performance, participants can meet survivors. 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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