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:

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:

Challah Community Bake
Wednesday, Sept. 17 | 6-8 p.m.
Congregation Beth El of Bucks County 

Join the sisterhood Congregation Beth El of Bucks County for a fun night of baking and bonding! 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. 

Yizkor Community Services
Thursday, Oct. 2 | 3:30-4 p.m.
Congregation Beth El of Bucks County

On Yom Kippur we set aside time to remember loved ones who are no longer with us. If you would like to attend a Yizkor service, please join Congregation Beth El of Bucks County during the afternoon. To register, click here. 

Break The Fast
Thursday, Oct. 2 | 7-9 p.m.
Congregations of Shaare Shamayim

Join The Congregations of Shaare Shamayim for an annual Break the Fast immediately following the conclusion of Yom Kippur services. The cost is $34 per person. For more information or to register, call 215.677.1600.

Remember Oct. 7
Sunday, Oct. 5 | 5-7 p.m.
Adath Israel on the Main Line 

Join the Israeli American Council for an evening of commemoration and reflection. Together in solidarity, grief and healing, the community will honor the victims of Oct. 7 and call for the release of all hostages. To register, click here. 

Annual Sukkot Luncheon
Wednesday, Oct. 8 | 12:30-3 p.m.
Congregations of Shaare Shamayim

Join the Congregations of Shaare Shamayim immediately following Sukkot services for a Sukkot luncheon. The cost is $15 per person. To learn more and register, call 215.677.1600.

Dinner in the Sukkah
Sunday, Oct. 12 | 6:30-9:30 p.m.
Congregations of Shaare Shamayim

Join the Congregations of Shaare Shamayim for their annual steak and salmon in the sukkah dinner. The cost is $39 per person. For more information or to register, call 215.677.1600.

Mahjong Mondays with Sisterhood
Monday, Oct. 13 | 1-2 p.m.
Congregation Beth El of Bucks County

Join the Sisterhood at Congregation Beth El of Bucks County to pay mahjong. To learn more and register, click here. 

Polychromatic Simchat Torah
Tuesday, Oct. 14 | 6:30-9 p.m.
Congregation Beth El of Bucks County

Join Congregation Beth El of Bucks County for a vibrant Simchat Torah celebration with music, Hakafot (parade with Torahs), dancing, color and community fun. To register, click here.

Sisterhood October General Meeting
Thursday, Oct. 16 | 1-3:30 p.m.
Congregations of Shaare Shamayim

Join the Sisterhood of Congregations of Shaare Shamayim for their October general meeting. The meeting will feature Molly Golubcow, author of “The Hotel On St. James Place.” For more information or to register, call 215.677.1600.

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. 

Culture and Cream Cheese
Sunday, Oct. 19 | 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
Congregation Beth El of Bucks County

Discuss all the interesting Jewish themed genres, including art exhibitions, authors, books, cultural happenings and more. To register, click here. To register, click here. 

Meet the Candidates
Sunday, Oct. 19 | 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
Congregations of Shaare Shamayim

Join the Congregations of Shaare Shamayim for their annual Meet the Candidates Brunch. This event is open to the community and there is no charge. Come out and ask the candidates the important questions and listen to what issues are important to them. To register, call 215.677.1600.

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. 

Sisterhood Opening Luncheon
Thursday, Oct. 23 | 1-3:30 p.m.
Congregations of Shaare Shamayim

Join the Sisterhood of Congregations of Shaare Shamayim for their opening luncheon meeting. There will be a hot salmon lunch and entertainment by Dennis Matthews, who will sing and play the keyboard. The cost per person is $40. For more information or to register, call 215.677.1600.

Czech Scrolls
Sunday, Oct. 26 | 12-3:30 p.m.
Congregations of Shaare Shamayim

Join the Congregations of Shaare Shamayim for the Czech Scrolls Program. Trustee and United States Representative of the London based Memorial Scrolls Trust, Lisa Roman, will tell participants about the history of the scrolls. There will also be a luncheon. The cost per person is $20. For more information or to register, call 215.677.1600.

JRA Food Distribution
Sunday, 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.

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.

Cook For A Friend
Tuesdays: 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.

Medal of Honor Ceremony
Sunday, Dec. 14 | 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History

Join Maccabi USA to bestow the Medal of Honor upon visionary leaders who have advanced this organization and strengthened our collective Jewish future through the power of sports. To register, click here. 

Lansdale Menorah Lighting
Sunday, Dec. 14 | 6 p.m.
Railroad Plaza

Celebrate the first night of Chanukah with the Lansdale Menorah Lighting. The event features the Horns of Chanukah performing traditional Chanukah music on the French horn. During the performance, activities will take place in the event space, followed by the candle lighting at about 6:30 p.m. 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.