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

Check out these local events happening throughout Buxmont:

Philadelphia Israel Bonds Program at Beth Or
Monday, Sept. 15 | 7 - 9 p.m.
Congregation Beth Or 

The Beth Or Israel Chavurah is pleased to partner with Israel Bonds on an exclusive guest speaker event. The program features Ido Eini, a platoon commander in the IDF Armored Corps. He will provide his personal story and insight from his harrowing experience in Gaza on Oct. 7, 2023 and the weeks that followed. David Kadosh from Israel Bonds will also briefly speak about Israel Bond's current competitive investment opportunities. The program will conclude with a Q&A with the guest speakers. To register, click here.

Cultural Trip
Thursday, Sept. 18 | 10 - 11:30 a.m.
Temple Judea Museum

Join the Sisterhood of Congregations of Shaare Shamayim for a one-hour tour of the Temple Judea Museum. The cost is $10 per person. To register, please call chair Shelli Keeney at 215.677-1600.

Israel Symphony Orchestra Concert
Saturday, Nov. 1 | 7:30 -  9 p.m.
Congregation Beth Or

Members of the Israel Symphony Orchestra Rishon L'Zion are touring the United States as a fundraising effort and making a stop at Congregation Beth Or. Here is your chance to support the arts and the Israel Symphony Orchestra Rishon L’Zion during an evening of traditional Israeli and Jewish songs, as well as music by Schubert, Beethoven, Gideon Klein and more. To register, click here. 

Chanukah Market
Sunday, Nov. 9 | 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Congregation Or Ami

Support local vendors while getting your Chanukah shopping done early as you sip, munch and schmooze! Bring your friends, family and neighbors. To learn more and register, email Carrie Matez at carriem@or-ami.org or call 610.828.9066.

Check out these events happening throughout the region:

Community Carnival: Come One, Come All!
Sunday, Sept. 7 | 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Congregation Brothers of Israel

Join Congregation Brothers of Israel for their first annual Community Carnival! The event will feature a rock climbing tower, bouncers, obstacle course, carnival games galore and kosher food trucks. There will also be a dedicated area for the littlest carnival goes where they can enjoy pint-sized fun as well. 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.

Mural Workshop with Ella Ponizovsky Bergelson
Sunday, Sept. 7 | 2 - 4 p.m.
Weitzman Museum of American Jewish History

Join the Philadelphia Holocaust Remembrance Foundation and Mural Arts Philadelphia at The Weitzman for a workshop with artist Ella Ponizovsky Bergelson. During this workshop, you will have an opportunity to learn more about Ella’s process in creating a mural for the Horwitz-Wasserman Holocaust Memorial Plaza which will be completed in late September 2025. You will learn how she wove personal stories, poetry and songs with various calligraphic styles to create a unique mural. You will also participate in creating a hands-on collaborative art piece that models Ella’s work. 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.

JRA Food Distribution
Sunday, 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.

Kibitz Club
Monday, Sept. 15 | 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.

HFL 41st Anniversary and Board Installation
Wednesday, Sept. 17 | 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. 

Golden Slipper Camp's Fall Festival
Saturday, Sept. 20 | 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Golden Slipper Camp 

See what Golden Slipper Camp has to offer in 2026 at the Fall Festival. This event is intended for prospective campers and current campers, along with their families. To register, click here. 

September Book Club: “We Would Never” By Tova Mirvis
Saturday, Sept. 20 | 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Ohev Shalom of Bucks County

Join Ohev Shalom of Bucks County for a lively book club discussion related to the book of the month “We Would Never” By Tova Mirvis. Book club meets as an alternative to Shabbat services and is open to the community; one does not need to be a member to attend. Book club attendees are welcome to join the congregation for a complimentary lunch following book club and Shabbat services. To register, click here. 

Return to Root: A High Holidays Renewal Practice Shabbat Shuvah
Saturday, Sept. 27 | 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Ohev Shalom of Bucks County

Join Ohev Shalom of Bucks County for a program to honor the themes of Teshuvah – returning, reflection and personal growth as we enter the Days of Awe. Create sacred space to set intentions, release what no longer serves and reconnect to our deeper selves. This experience will combine restorative movement, soulful breathwork and Jewish wisdom teachings woven throughout. To register, click here. 

September Book Club: “Code Name Helene” By Ariel Lawhon
Saturday, Oct. 18 | 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Ohev Shalom of Bucks County

Join Ohev Shalom of Bucks County for a lively book club discussion related to the book of the month “Code Name Helene” By Ariel Lawhon. Book club meets as an alternative to Shabbat services and is open to the community; one does not need to be a member to attend. Book club attendees are welcome to join the congregation for a complimentary lunch following book club and Shabbat services. To register, click here. 

Kibitz Club
Monday, Oct. 20 | 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. 

Americans for Ben-Gurion University Tribute Brunch
Sunday, Nov. 16 | 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 | 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 the Buxmont Kehillah by visiting jewishphilly.org/buxmont or by contacting Community Engagement Specialist Nomi Shapiro at buxomont@jewishphilly.org.