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This year, the holiday is from Sunday evening, June 1 through Tuesday night, June 3.    Traditionally, Shavuot is celebrated by immersive Torah study that can last late into the night and by enjoying dairy dishes. One popular explanation for the custom points to honoring the mitzvah of *kashrut*, emphasizing the separation of meat and dairy.   “The Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia is dedicated to creating meaningful ways for people across the region to engage with Jewish life,” said Director of Community Development Max Moline. "Holidays, like Shavuot, remind us of our enduring connection to Jewish tradition, while also giving the community an opportunity to celebrate our identity with Jewish pride.”    The Jewish Federation is partnering on several exciting programs to get into the Shavuot spirit.  These events are open to all community members.   **Pressed Flower Workshop** Wednesday, May 21 | 7 - 8:30 p.m. *Chabad of Doylestown* Join artist Nancy W. Taylor to craft pressed flower art in celebration of Shavuot. Learn how to arrange, adhere and frame your own unique 6x6 display. To register, [click here](https://www.jewishdoylestown.com/templates/articlecco_cdo/aid/6421675/jewish/Pressed-Flower-Workshop.htm).    **Kids in the Kitchen** Sunday, May 25 | 10 - 11 a.m. *Lubavitch of Bucks County* Bake, decorate and dig in! Join Lubavitch of Bucks County for a Shavuot celebration where kids will craft their own cheesecakes and have a blast while doing it. To register, [click here](https://www.jewishcenter.info/templates/articlecco_cdo/aid/6234897/jewish/Kids-in-the-Kitchen.htm).    **Shavuot Flower Arranging** Thursday, May 29 | 6:30 p.m. *Moishe House Philadelphia * Build your own bouquet of flowers! Celebrate spring and learn about the upcoming holiday of Shavuot, and its symbolic relationship to flowers and springtime! To register, [click here](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/shavuot-flower-arranging-tickets-1335420120529?aff=oddtdtcreator).    **Shavuot: Bites & Bite-Sized Torah** Sunday, June 1 | 6 - 8 p.m. *Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History* Get ready for a night of delicious food and bite-sized Torah study at the Weitzman. The Torah program will include an opportunity for everyone to teach a verse of Torah to small groups and explain how it relates to their life. To register, [click here](https://tribe12.org/event/shavuot-2025/).    **Center City Night of Jewish Learning** Sunday, June 1 - Monday, June 2 | 9:30 p.m. - 4:45 a.m. *Temple Beth Zion-Beth Israel* Celebrate the holiday of Shavuot with an evening filled with discourse, community and delicious desserts throughout the night. To register, [click here](https://www.phillyshavuot.org/).    **Shavuot Late-Night Study Cafe** Sunday, June 1 - Monday, June 2 | 11:30 p.m. - 1:30 a.m. *Lubavitch of Yardley* Explore current issues through the lens of the Torah while enjoying refreshments and coffee. Classes will be presented by Rabbi Yehuda Shemtov and Rabbi Zalman Blecher. To register, [click here](https://www.jewishyardley.com/templates/articlecco_cdo/aid/6874541/jewish/Shavuot-Late-Night-Study-Cafe.htm).   **Celebrate Shavuot** Monday, June 2 | 6:30 p.m. *Chabad of Doylestown * Join the Chabad of Doylestown to hear the 10 commandments and enjoy a delicious buffet. To register, [click here](https://www.jewishdoylestown.com/templates/articlecco_cdo/aid/5117625/jewish/Shavuot-RSVP.htm).    **Celebrate Shavuot** Monday, June 2 | 11 a.m. *Lubavitch of Yardley* Join the Chabad of Doylestown to hear the 10 commandments and enjoy a delicious buffet. Top off a delicious lunch with a gourmet cheesecake and ice cream bar! 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