Sizzling latkes, fresh sufganiyot (jelly donuts), shiny gelt – these are just a few of the treats in store for the Buxmont community as the Hanukkah season approaches. The Festival of Lights, beginning the evening of Sunday, December 18, is being celebrated across Central Montgomery County — including the Townships of Whitpain, Whitemarsh, Upper Dublin, Lower Gwynedd, Horsham and the town of Ambler — with the Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia’s Buxmont Kehillah and partnering organizations.
“The Buxmont Jewish community is pulling out all of the stops for this Hanukkah season,” said the Jewish Federation’s Community Engagement Specialist Nomi Shapiro. “Our community is vibrant with diverse Jewish life. The Buxmont Kehillah as well as our partner organizations have an incredible lineup of opportunities for individuals, couples and families to get into the Hanukkah spirit.”
All are invited to join the below candle lightings, concerts, Hanukkah Shabbat dinners and more to connect with loved ones and neighbors.
Music & Menorahs for Young Families
Tuesday, December 13 | 5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Congregation Beth Or invites young families to a concert and fun Hanukkah activities. This event is free but registration is encouraged. For more information and to register, click here.
Naomi Less: Artist in Residence
Friday, December 16 & Sunday, December 18
Various times and prices (Free - $36)
Beth Tikvah B’nai Jeshurun (BTBJ) invites the community for a myriad of events, featuring singer/songwriter Naomi Less, to help bring the Hanukkah spirit. On December 18, there will be a RSVP-required, free Hanukkah celebration and family concert at 11:45 a.m. For additional details, call 215.836.5677. For more information about the lineup of events and registration information, please click here.
Hanukkah Celebration at Horsham Center for Jewish Life
Sunday, December 18 | 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Help spread the light of Hanukkah with the Buxmont Kehillah and residents at Horsham Center for Jewish Life. Welcome in the first night with a meaningful candle lighting. All ages are invited to enjoy singing, stories and Hanukkah goodie bags. To register, click here.
Light Up Lafayette Hill
Sunday, December 18 - Sunday, December 25 | 5:30 p.m.
Congregation Or Ami invites the Buxmont community to Light Up Lafayette Hill each night of Hanukkah at the Giant Menorah in Miles Park on Lafayette Hill. No registration required. For more information, click here.
Community Hanukkah Candle Lighting
Tuesday, December 20 | 6:15 p.m. - 6:45 p.m.
Darchei Noam invites the whole Buxmont community to candle lighting and singing in their parking lot. For more information, please click here.
Yonina in Concert
Wednesday, December 21 | 6:30 p.m.
Prices vary
Tiferet Beth Israel (TBI) invites community members of all ages to celebrate Hanukkah by hearing Yonina, the Israeli YouTube sensation, live! For questions, call 610.275.8797. To register, click here.
Glow Stick Shabbat
Friday, December 23 | 6:15 p.m.
Congregation Beth Or invites the community to light up the night and celebrate Hanukkah together during a song-filled service in the Gitlin Sanctuary. Enjoy Donuts and Israeli dancing to complete the evening. For more information, click here.
Lights, Latkes & Lo Mein
Friday, December 23 | 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Temple Sinai invites the community to celebrate Shabbat Hanukkah with candle lighting, gifts, Shabbat service and Chinese food dinner. To register and learn more, click here.
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The Buxmont Kehillah is part of the Jewish Federation’s neighborhood initiative to foster a vibrant Jewish community throughout the Greater Philadelphia region. Learn more by visiting jewishphilly.org/buxmont or by contacting Nomi Shapiro at buxmont@jewishphilly.org.