The upcoming months are full for the Jewish Federation's Lower Merion Kehillah — be sure to save the date!
ShAAK Presents: Joel Gibbs: Movies, Meetups, and Mishigas
Tuesday, Sept. 16 | 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Shir Ami
Come for the laughs, stay for the stories! Join Shir Ami in Shalom Hall for a fun-filled morning with Jewish comedian and master storyteller Joel Gibbs. Start the day with coffee, schmoozing, and great company, then settle in for Joel’s entertainment campfire - for a laughter-filled morning with Jewish comedian and master storyteller, Joel Gibbs! With a career spanning decades in TV, radio, and live performance, Joel has met and worked with countless showbiz icons - and he's got the stories to prove it. 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.
Wine and Cheese Night For Jewish Singles 55 Plus
Wednesday, Sept. 17 | 7 - 9 p.m.
Congregation Brothers of Israel
Join Congregation Brothers of Israel for a wine and cheese get together for Jewish Singles 55 plus. Get to know other singles within the Bucks County, Philadelphia and the Mercer area. To register, click here.
The Power of Boredom: Tech, Mental Health & Raising Resilient Kids
Thursday, Sept. 18 | 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Jewish Family and Children's Service of Greater Philadelphia
Join Jewish Family and Children's Service of Greater Philadelphia for a conversation on how boredom can foster healthy development, and how it can relate to screen use and childhood mental health. Learn to recognize signs of tech overuse, gain the tools for building digital resilience and access community resources to help bring these practices into your own family. To register, click here.
Philly 2026 And Beyond
Thursday, Sept. 18 | 6 - 8 p.m.
Join the Jewish Business Network for an evening of networking and hearing from Philadelphia's best about what's to come in 2026. To register, click here.
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.
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.
Fall Fest
Sunday, Oct. 12 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Kaiserman JCC
Celebrate the season and enjoy music, yard games, food trucks, vendor market and more. Kids can explore bounce houses, obstacle courses, face painting, a petting zoo and themed crafts — many activities require tickets or an unlimited wristband. Extra fun like laser tag and bungee trampoline are available with additional tickets. To register, click here.
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.
Aish Chaim Annal Gala
Tuesday, Nov. 11 | 6 - 9:30 p.m.
Aish Chaim
Join Aish Chaim for a special evening of celebration. 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.
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.
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.
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 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.