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

JRA Food Distribution
Sunday, Dec. 15, Jan. 19 and Feb. 9 | 8:30 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 a.m. to 10 a.m., join JRA Juniors for ages ten and under to pack boxes and enjoy stories and crafts. Starting at 10 a.m., packing for ages ten and older will begin. To register, click here.

Challah Braiding with the Challah Prince
Sunday, Dec. 15 | 2 - 4 p.m.
Kaiserman JCC

Join for an unforgettable experience with Idan Chabasov, the renowned Challah Prince, at the Kaiserman JCC! Known for his mesmerizing challah braiding tutorials on TikTok and Instagram and over 2.1 Million Likes, Idan has captivated millions with his unique and artistic approach to this beloved tradition. Born and raised in Israel, Idan combines his love for baking with his passion for community, sharing his skills and stories from his culinary journey. To register, click here. 

Delco Chanukah Celebration: Light One Candle
Thursday, Dec. 19 | 7 - 9 p.m.
Simpson Gardens 

Come celebrate Chanukah and spread Jewish joy with your fellow residents of Delco. There will be food, music, kids activities and more! To register, click here. 

Latkes & Vodkas Movie Night
Thursday, Dec. 19 | 7 - 9:30 p.m.
Khyber Pass Pub

It’s time to “latke and vodka” with Adam Sandler’s Hanukkah musical extravaganza! This Festival of Lights, join PJFM for drinks, latkes, and laughter galore with animated classic Eight Crazy Nights. To register, click here. 

Being ___ at Christmas 2024
Wednesday, Dec. 25 | 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History

Join for a day of family fun, Being ____ at Christmas. Let’s get groovy, crafty and jolly! From top to bottom, the Museum will be jam-packed with performances and activities for members and visitors of all ages. Don’t miss make-and-take crafts, including winter-themed foam sticker picture frames, paper lanterns, paper crowns, and coloring sheets; story time; and a sensory-friendly play zone with a foam floor, blocks, and puzzles. The fun doesn’t stop there: enjoy classic winter movies throughout the day in the Dell Theater, and explore the Museum’s core exhibition, checking out all of the excitement across five floors. To register, click here. 

Community Meeting: Meet the Mural Artist
Sunday, Jan. 12 | 2 - 3:30 p.m.
Virtual 

Join the Philadelphia Holocaust Remembrance Foundation and Mural Arts Philadelphia for an event to learn about the Holocaust Memorial Plaza’s mural project and artist Ella Ponizovsky Bergelson’s vision for the mural. To register, click here. 

Ramah Day at JRA
Sunday, March 23 | 9 - 11:15 a.m.
JRA Warehouse

Join Ramah Day Camp and Camp Ramah in the Poconos for a morning of volunteering. Help pack and deliver food for low-income individuals across the Greater Philadelphia area. To register, email leannek@ramahpoconos.org.

Adult Paperclips Trip
Monday, May 5 - Wednesday, May 7 

Visit the Children's Holocaust Memorial (Paperclip Museum), Whitwell, TN. Experience an emotional 3 days with the children who are ambassadors for the project and the principal and teachers who bring to life the principles of diversity and the implications of hatred and intolerance. Activities include a service in their authentic rail-car, exploration of artifacts and letters, as well as meeting residents of Whitwell and some coal miners. Anti-semitism is growing, but this town supports Jews, they live the principle of love your neighbor as yourself and are handing this down to their children. There is HOPE! Join us on this meaningful trip. (Fly as a group, all food is kosher, modern bus transport, stay at Hampton Inn (Hilton). To learn more, email Marcia Levinson at marciafaye01@gmail.com.

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The Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia's Kehillah initiative works to foster vibrant Jewish communities. You can learn more about Delaware County Kehillah by visiting jewishphilly.org/delaware-county or by contacting Community Engagement Specialist Shelley Rappaport at delawarecounty@jewishphilly.org.

Want to see other events happening in your community? Click here to see the community calendar.