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

Yellow Candle Lighting
Thursday, April 24 | 6 - 7 p.m.
Virtual

Join the Philadelphia Holocaust Remembrance Foundation for a virtual candle lighting to honor the victims of the Holocaust. The event will include a short educational presentation and a brief prayer as we light our candles together. To register, click here. 

Jewish Resilience Film and Media Series
Thursday, April 24 | 7 - 9 p.m.
Friday, April 25 | 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Saturday, April 26 | 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Sunday, April 27 | 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Monday, April 28 | 12 - 9 p.m.
Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History 

Philadelphia Jewish Film and Media's first ever Jewish Resilience Film and Media Series explores the unwavering fortitude of the Jewish people through cinema and digital media. In an age of rising antisemitism across the globe on social media, in politics, and elsewhere, this new series celebrates the strength and survival of the Jewish people throughout history, from the Golden Age to post-Oct. 7. To register, click here. 

Crossing Delancey
Friday, April 25 - Sunday, May 11 | Various times
Allens Lane Art Center

Crossing Delancey is a charming, humorous and heartfelt story exploring the bonds of family and tradition; the culture clash of New York’s old East Side and new West Side. Isabelle is a young modern, independent woman who works in a bookstore and lives alone on the new West Side. Her irascible grandmother, Bubbie, lives on the Lower East Side and worries that Isabelle doesn't have a man in her life. Bubbie hires a Yenta to help Isabelle find love. Does the old traditional way of finding love prove successful? Come and see this sweet tale of life on the Lower East Side. To register, click here.

Yom HaZikaron Memorial Ceremony
Tuesday, April 29 | 6:30 - 9 p.m.
Har Zion Temple

On Yom HaZikaron (Day of Remembrance), we have the opportunity as individuals, families, and community members to remember, recognize, and cherish the fallen Israeli Defense Force soldiers and victims of terrorism. We invite the community to share images and names of fallen family and friends on our Kir Zikaron (Memorial Wall). Let us stand together, remember and continue telling their stories. To register, click here. 

JRA Food Distribution
Sunday, April 27, May 18, June 22, July 20, Aug. 10, 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.

Soup and Stories
Tuesday, April 29 | 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
The JFCS Brodsky Center

Come prepare, cook and share a delicious meal with others from the community in JFCS’ state-of-the-art teaching kitchen. Lunch will be served while you connect and chat. Individuals 60 and older are invited to participate. To register, email swalls@jfcsphilly.org or call 215.320.0351.

Taking Care of the Skin I’m In 
Sunday, May 4 | 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Virtual 

Prepare your skin for Summer and hear all about products that you should and should not be using. Concerned about something on your skin? Learn when you should schedule a visit to a dermatologist! To learn more and register, click here. 

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.

A Special Evening with Rabbi Emeritus Lance J. Sussman and Dan Tadmor
Wednesday May 7 | 7 - 9:30 p.m.
Reform Congregation Keneseth Israel

Join Reform Congregation Keneseth Israel for a special evening with Rabbi Emeritus Lance J. Sussman and Dan Tadmor, who is celebrating the publication of his third book of the Sussman Trilogy. To register, click here.

Teach PA Annual Mission to Harrisburg
Monday, May 12 | 9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Teach PA's Annual Mission to Harrisburg brings Jewish day school students from across the state to Harrisburg for a day of lobbying for scholarships and security funding for our schools! To register, click here.

Chair Yoga
Friday, May 16 | 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
The JFCS Brodsky Center

Come stretch and relax with some yoga! Yoga is a great way to improve your flexibility and strengthen muscles to help prevent falls or other injuries. Join JFCS’ Krista Graham for an hour of yoga. No prior yoga skills needed. Individuals 60 and older are invited to participate. To register, email swalls@jfcsphilly.org or call 215.320.0351.

Spring Open House
Sunday, May 18 | 12 - 3 p.m.
Camp Galil

Join the Camp Galil community for a wonderful family day of food fun and new friends. Tour the campground,  enjoy camp activities, meet the campers and counselors, and have a picnic. To register, click here.

The 2025 Ida S. Mandell Event featuring Modi
Saturday, May 23 | 7 - 9 p.m.
Adath Israel

Join for a comedy show from the next generation of catskills style Jewish comedians, Modi. To learn more and register, click here. 

Your LGBTQ+ Questions Answered 
Tuesday, June 10 | 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
The JFCS Brodsky Center

Ever wonder what some of the words and letters you hear mean when it comes to the LGBTQ+ community? Don’t worry, you’re not alone! Join JFCS’ Galia Godel to learn more about the community and how to be good allies. This will help you talk to your grandchildren and understand terms you come across! To register, email swalls@jfcsphilly.org or call 215.320.0351.

Bring Out Your Inner Artist!
Tuesday, June 17 | 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
The JFCS Brodsky Center

Join JFCS’ Kiarra Williams in a fun creative art activity. Individuals 60 and older are invited to participate. To register, email swalls@jfcsphilly.org or call 215.320.0351.

Writing Workshop- Journaling 
Tuesday, June 24 | 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
The JFCS Brodsky Center

Join this introductory workshop and learn how journaling can be a tool for personal growth and self-discovery. Research supports the benefits of self-expression in physical and emotional well-being. Individuals 60 and older are invited to participate. To register, email swalls@jfcsphilly.org or call 215.320.0351.

Tasty Travels: Myanmar
Friday, June 27 | 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
The JFCS Brodsky Center

Come explore the world through this one-of-a-kind program. Experience the culture of various regions of the world with Alycia Larson (The Geography Lady). Immerse yourself in the sights, smells, fabrics, and sounds from around the world. After class, eat lunch inspired by the region! Individuals 60 and older are invited to participate. To register, email swalls@jfcsphilly.org or call 215.320.0351.

2025 Trip to the "Paper Clips" Project in Whitwell, TN
Sunday, Nov. 16 - Monday, Nov. 17 

Join for the 12th anniversary Philly Friends of Paper Clips trip to Whitwell, Tennessee, home of the "Paper Clips" project and the Children's Holocaust Memorial. This trip is designed as a family trip, students must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. To learn more and register, click here.

Diller Teen Fellowship

Applications for the 2025 -2026 Diller Teen Fellowship cohort are now open. The Diller Teen Fellows is a year-long teen leadership program for 10th and 11th graders. Participants explore their Jewish identity, their connections to Israel and engage in meaningful Tikun Olam and social justice opportunities alongside Jewish teens from across Philly. To learn more and apply, click here. The deadline to apply is Sunday, June 1. 

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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 Lower Merion Kehillah by visiting jewishphilly.org/lowermerion or by contacting Community Engagement Specialist Noah Schoenberg at nschoenberg@jewishphilly.org.

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