The upcoming months are full for the Jewish Federation's Old York Road Kehillah — be sure to save the date!

Chanukah Market at The Weitzman
Sunday, Nov. 30 | 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History

Browse one-of-a-kind creations from local artists, makers and Museum Store favorites, then treat yourself to delicious bites from some of Philadelphia’s most exciting food purveyors. With music, flavor, and flair, it’s the perfect way to shop small and start the season bright. To register, click here.

Golden Slipper Camp Virtual Information Session
Monday, Dec. 1 | 7-7:45 p.m.
Golden Slipper Camp

Join the camp directors of Golden Slipper Camp for a virtual information session. Golden Slipper Camp serves campers ages 7-15 every summer. To learn more and register, click here. 

Book Talk – The Last Dekrepitzer
Wednesday, Dec. 4 | 7–8:30 p.m.
Kaiserman JCC

Explore history, literature, and community at this special book talk with author Howard Langer and Pastor Carl Day. The Last Dekrepitzer delves into Jewish–African American relations in 1950s–60s New York, sparking dialogue about identity, solidarity, and social change. Join us for an evening of thoughtful conversation connecting the lessons of the past to today’s challenges. To register, click here. 

The Essence: A Yiddish Theatre Dim Sum
Saturday, Dec. 6 from 7-9 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 7 from 2-4 p.m.
Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History

Witty, fast-paced, and unapologetically irreverent, The Essence: A Yiddish Theatre Dim Sum is a genre-bending theatrical revue that delivers a crash course in Yiddish stage history — with zero nostalgia and maximum laughs. Created by and starring Allen Lewis Rickman and Yelena Shmulenson, with live musical accompaniment by Steve Sterner, this 83-minute performance distills 150 years of Yiddish theatre into a whirlwind of sharp sketches, cheeky songs, and lovingly crafted satire. To register, click here.

From Jerusalem to Georgia
Sunday, Dec. 7 | 3–5 p.m.
Beth Sholom Synagogue, Elkins Park

Experience a transcendent musical journey at Beth Sholom Synagogue, the only synagogue designed by Frank Lloyd Wright. This afternoon recital features four extraordinary artists — Gocha Abuladze, Cantor Jacob Agar, Jessie Reagen and Margarita Shatilova — blending opera, Jewish and Georgian musical traditions. Celebrate heritage and artistry in a performance that unites cultures through the universal language of music. To register, click here. 

MusicalPerformance: "Hidden"
Tuesday, Dec. 9 | 6:30-9 p.m.
Keneseth Israel

Join HAMEC at Keneseth Israel Synagogue in Elkins Park for a public showing of the musical play “Hidden,” which is about the time Holocaust survivor, Ruth Hartz, spent hiding in France as a child. To register, click here. 

Israeli Culture and Arts Night
Wednesday, Dec. 10 | 3–8 p.m.
Shir Ami

Looking for a festive way to celebrate the season while supporting Israeli artists? Spend the afternoon and evening exploring delicious Israeli food and wine, browsing Judaica and contemporary art, and discovering unique pieces like handwoven tallitot, menorahs, mezuzot, fine jewelry, and more. Enjoy free admission, exciting raffle prizes, and the chance to meet vendors and hear their stories from Israel. To register, click here. 

The Middle East Two Years Later
Wednesday, Dec. 11 | 7–8:30 p.m.
Kaiserman JCC

Join Avi Melamed, former Israeli intelligence official and Middle East expert, for an insightful briefing on the latest developments in the region. Drawing on his experience in intelligence, diplomacy, and education, Avi will explore key events shaping the Middle East and their implications for the future. To register, click here. 

Chokepoints: American Power in the Age of Economic Warfare | Book Launch and Conversation with Eddie Fishman
Thursday, Dec. 11 | 7-9 p.m.
Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History

What happens when the world’s most powerful nation turns its economy into a weapon? In his gripping new bestseller “Chokepoints: American Power in the Era of Economic Warfare,” former United States State Department official Eddie Fishman reveals how the United States has reshaped global conflict — not through troops or tanks, but by weaponizing its dominance in finance, trade and technology. With unprecedented access and insider perspective, Fishman takes participants behind the scenes of America’s economic campaigns against Russia, China and especially Iran, where sanctions have become a central tool in the high-stakes struggle over nuclear ambitions and regional power. To register, click here. 

Just Talk About It!
Thursday, Dec. 11 | 7:30-9 p.m.
Beth Sholom Congregation

Just Talk About It is a 90-minute program that opens with a Minding Your Mind clinical facilitator discussing the signs and symptoms of the mental health issues most prevalent in adolescents through young adulthood, and how to know the difference from typical teenage behavior. The young adult speaker adds a real-life story that illustrates the information from our clinician, transforming it all into relatable experiences.  Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions and get practical steps they can take in real time. To register, click here. 

JRA Food Distribution
Sunday, 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. 

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. 

Local Author Book Fair
Sunday, Dec.14 | 12-3 p.m.
Meyers Library at Kenseeth Israel 

Meet local authors and purchase their books. There will be books for a wide array of genres and interests! To register, click here. 

Cook For A Friend
Tuesdays, 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. 

Being _ at Christmas!
Thursday, Dec. 25 | 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History

Fill in your own blank and join the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History for their annual day of family fun. 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. 

International Conference on Public Health and Health Care System
Monday, April 13-Wednesday, April 15

The International Conference on Public Health and Health Care System will be held April 13–15, 2026, in Paris, bringing together global experts for keynotes, panels, and workshops on topics ranging from disease prevention and epidemiology to environmental and global health policy. This gathering offers a valuable forum for collaboration and fresh ideas to advance the future of public health. To learn more and 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 Old York Road Kehillah by visiting jewishphilly.org/oyr or by contacting Community Engagement Specialist Isabella Duarte at oldyorkroad@jewishphilly.org.

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