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

Challah Community Bake
Wednesday, Sept. 17 | 6-8 p.m.
Congregation Beth El of Bucks County 

Join the sisterhood Congregation Beth El of Bucks County for a fun night of baking and bonding! To register, click here. 

“Alliance” Film Screening
Wednesday, Sept. 17 | 6:30 - 9:30 p.m.
Reform Congregation Keneseth Israel

“Alliance” is the inspiring story of 43 immigrant families who built a thriving community in South Jersey.  From the clutches of a tyrannical Czar in 1882 to the sandy soils of southern New Jersey, Russian Jewish families escaped persecution to partake in a first-time social experiment – to form a cooperative agricultural-base community, the first successful Jewish farming community in the United States. There will be a panel discussion following the film with the Director and Producer, Susan Kehnemui Donnelly and guests. 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. 

Cultural Trip
Thursday, Sept. 18 | 10 - 11:30 a.m.
Temple Judea Museum

Join the Sisterhood of Congregations of Shaare Shamayim for a one-hour tour of the Temple Judea Museum. The cost is $10 per person. To register, please call chair Shelli Keeney at 215.677-1600.

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. 

Book Club: The Wind Knows My Name by Isabel Allende
Sunday, Sept. 28 | 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
Congregation Beth El of Bucks County

Join Congregation Beth El of Bucks County for a lively book club discussion related to the book of the month “The Wind Knows My Name” By Isabel Allende. Participants will build a richer understanding of the book and have opportunities to share and listen to member's perspectives and insights. To register, click here.

Babi Yar Remembrance Ceremony
Sunday, Sept. 28 | 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Shalom Cemetery

Holocaust Awareness Museum and Education Center will host a gathering to honor the victims of Babi Yar. To register, email Jacob Dupre at Jacob@hamec.org.

Kibitz Club
Monday, Oct. 20 | 3:15 - 4:15 p.m.
Congregation Beth El of Bucks County

Join Congregation Beth El of Bucks County for fun Yiddish stories and experiences, Jewish music and jokes to keep Yiddish alive. No previous Yiddish knowledge required. All dialects and levels are welcome. To register, click here. 

Yizkor Community Services
Thursday, Oct. 2 | 3:30-4 p.m.
Congregation Beth El of Bucks County

On Yom Kippur we set aside time to remember loved ones who are no longer with us. If you would like to attend a Yizkor service, please join Congregation Beth El of Bucks County during the afternoon. To register, click here. 

Break The Fast
Thursday, Oct. 2 | 7-9 p.m.
Congregations of Shaare Shamayim

Join The Congregations of Shaare Shamayim for an annual Break the Fast immediately following the conclusion of Yom Kippur services. The cost is $34 per person. For more information or to register, call 215.677.1600.

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. 

Dinner in the Sukkah
Sunday, Oct. 12 | 6:30-9:30 p.m.
Congregations of Shaare Shamayim

Join the Congregations of Shaare Shamayim for their annual steak and salmon in the sukkah dinner. The cost is $39 per person. For more information or to register, call 215.677.1600.

Mahjong Mondays with Sisterhood
Monday, Oct. 13 | 1-2 p.m.
Congregation Beth El of Bucks County

Join the Sisterhood at Congregation Beth El of Bucks County to pay mahjong. To learn more and register, click here. 

Polychromatic Simchat Torah
Tuesday, Oct. 14 | 6:30-9 p.m.
Congregation Beth El of Bucks County

Join Congregation Beth El of Bucks County for a vibrant Simchat Torah celebration with music, Hakafot (parade with Torahs), dancing, color and community fun. To register, click here.

Sisterhood October General Meeting
Thursday, Oct. 16 | 1-3:30 p.m.
Congregations of Shaare Shamayim

Join the Sisterhood of Congregations of Shaare Shamayim for their October general meeting. The meeting will feature Molly Golubcow, author of “The Hotel On St. James Place.” For more information or to register, call 215.677.1600.

Culture and Cream Cheese
Sunday, Oct. 19 | 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
Congregation Beth El of Bucks County

Discuss all the interesting Jewish themed genres, including art exhibitions, authors, books, cultural happenings and more. To register, click here. To register, click here. 

Meet the Candidates
Sunday, Oct. 19 | 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
Congregations of Shaare Shamayim

Join the Congregations of Shaare Shamayim for their annual Meet the Candidates Brunch. This event is open to the community and there is no charge. Come out and ask the candidates the important questions and listen to what issues are important to them. To register, call 215.677.1600.

Sisterhood Opening Luncheon
Thursday, Oct. 23 | 1-3:30 p.m.
Congregations of Shaare Shamayim

Join the Sisterhood of Congregations of Shaare Shamayim for their opening luncheon meeting. There will be a hot salmon lunch and entertainment by Dennis Matthews, who will sing and play the keyboard. The cost per person is $40. For more information or to register, call 215.677.1600.

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. 

Czech Scrolls
Sunday, Oct. 26 | 12-3:30 p.m.
Congregations of Shaare Shamayim

Join the Congregations of Shaare Shamayim for the Czech Scrolls Program. Trustee and United States Representative of the London based Memorial Scrolls Trust, Lisa Roman, will tell participants about the history of the scrolls. There will also be a luncheon. The cost per person is $20. For more information or to register, call 215.677.1600.

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. 

Cook For A Friend
Tuesdays: Nov. 18 and 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. 

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 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.