The fall and winter are busy for Greater Philadelphia’s Jewish community! Check out the events in your neighborhood. 

Jump to your Kehillah (neighborhood):

• Bucks County
• Upper Montgomery (Formerly Buxmont)
• Center City
• Chester County
• Delaware County
• Lower Merion
• Northeast
• Old York Road
  
  

Bucks County

Featured Event: Havdalah and Hayride at Shady Brook Farm
Saturday, November 7 | 5:45–8 p.m.
Shady Brook Farm

For all Bucks County families, come to the community’s Havdalah and Hayride, which includes an interactive Havdalah service, hayrides through Shady Brook and s'mores by the firepit. The Jewish Federation is proud to sponsor this event. To learn more and register, click here.

Featured Event: Mini Mitzvah Ball Dance Party
Wednesday, November 25 | 6:30–8:30 p.m.
Congregation Kol Emet

Join Congregation Kol Emet for a family night of community fun! Don’t miss a delicious pasta dinner, dancing, games and ice cream. The Jewish Federation is proud to sponsor this event. To learn more and register, click here.

Featured Event: Chanukah at Shady Brook Farm
Monday, December 7 | 5–6 p.m.
Shady Brook Farm

Join our Bucks County clergy for a night of singing Chanukah songs, lighting the giant Menorah and celebrating our Jewish community. Now more than ever, our community needs to proudly stand together. The Jewish Federation is proud to sponsor this event.

Check the Bucks County Federation in Your Neighborhood Facebook page or the Community Calendar for more information.

Temple Judea Annual Rummage Sale 2026
Thursday, November 5 | 8 a.m.–4 p.m.
Temple Judea of Bucks County

Join a cherished tradition that brings the Temple Judea congregation and neighborhood together! Discover incredible bargains while supporting the synagogue. To learn more, contact development@templejudea.org.

Soul Sisters
Wednesday, November 18 and Wednesday, December 2 | 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Lubavitch of Bucks County

Join women from across the community for a monthly gathering of connection, conversation and Torah learning. Delve into Jewish wisdom, share meaningful insights and nurture lasting friendships. Open to women of all backgrounds. Light refreshments served. To learn more about in-person and virtual options, click here.

Medical Ethics with Dr. Robert Michaelson
Thursday, November 19 | 10:45 a.m.–12:15 p.m.
Shir Ami

This course examines contemporary issues in medical ethics, including professional conduct, the insurance industry, pharmaceutical costs, right-to-die decisions and organ donation. Using real-world cases and legal precedents, students explore the ethical dilemmas facing healthcare providers today. To learn more, click here.

Upper Montgomery (Formerly Buxmont)

Introduction to Judaism Class
Sunday, October 25 | 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Beth David Reform Congregation

Whether you are part of an interfaith couple, considering conversion to Judaism, want to learn more about your own heritage, or are just curious about Judaism, “Introduction to Judaism” is for you! The course fee is $180 per individual or couple and this program is co-hosted by Beth David Reform Congregation, Main Line Reform Temple and Temple Beth Hillel-Beth El. To register, contact office@bdrefcong.org or call 610.896.7485.

Lower Gwynedd Synagogue Event
Tuesday, November 3 | 11 a.m.–6:30 p.m.
Lower Gwynedd Synagogue

Guest speaker Sabrina Soeffer will analyze the recent rise in antisemitism in politics and academia since the October 7 attack on Israel, and discuss potential responses. To learn more, contact david.kadosh@israelbonds.com.

Shuk to the Core Israeli Marketplace
Thursday, November 12 | 9 a.m.–1 p.m.
Temple Beth Hillel-Beth El

Experience Shuk to the Core, a traveling marketplace featuring Israeli artists, artisans and small business owners! Support local Israeli vendors selling unique crafts, food, jewelry, art and gifts. All are welcome. To learn more, click here.

Center City

Mahjong for a Cause
Sunday, November 8 | 10 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
Society Hill Synagogue

Join Society Hill Synagogue for a fun morning of American Mahjong Open Play, brunch and community while supporting the Playspace Renovation Project! Beginners and non-players are welcome. To learn more, click here.

Ben-Gurion University Innovation Showcase
Sunday, November | 11 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
The Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History

Co-sponsored by the Philadelphia and Delaware Chapters of Americans for Ben-Gurion University, this inaugural Innovation Showcase features Ben-Gurion University research. For more information, click here.

Chester County

Kabbalah and Jewish Mysticism
Thursday, December 3 | 7-8 p.m.
Beth Israel Congregation of Chester County

Looking to deepen your spiritual journey? Join Beth Israel Congregation for Kabbalah and Jewish Mysticism, a guided exploration of Jewish mystical traditions — from the Zohar to Hasidic masters — and uncover what these rich teachings offer modern seekers. To register, click here.

Delaware County

Featured Event: 2nd Annual Light Up Wayne Chanukah Festival
Saturday, December 5 | 3-5:30 p.m.
Wayne Train Station

Join the Delaware County community for music, a sing-a-long and a menorah lighting. The Jewish Federation is proud to sponsor this event. To learn more and register, click here.

Lower Merion

Gratz Commonspace Community Open House
Sunday, November 15 | 11 a.m.–4 p.m.
Gratz College, Bala Cynwyd

Join Gratz College for a community open house. Enjoy live music, delicious food, learn more about what Gratz Commonspace will offer, participate in interactive activities and tour the updated space! This event is free and open to all members of the community. To register, contact tcherwony@gratz.edu.

Northeast

Jewish Relief Agency Monthly Food Distribution
Monday, December 14 | 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Jewish Relief Agency

Each month, volunteers of all ages and backgrounds come together to pack nutritious food, fresh produce, and other essential items and hand-deliver them directly to local community members. To learn more and register, click here.

Old York Road

Rabbi Sandi's Fall Class
Thursdays, October 22-December 17 | 10 a.m.–1 p.m.
Congregations of Shaare Shamayim

The Sisterhood of Congregations of Shaare Shamayim will host classes led by Rabbi Sandi. Her topic for this series is “Journey Through the Siddur” — learning the Shabbat morning service. The cost is $18 payable to CSS Sisterhood. This program is sponsored by Sisterhood, but all are welcome to attend and learn. Treats will be provided. For further information, call the synagogue office at 215.677.1600.

Reform Congregation Keneseth Israel Holiday Bazaar
Sunday, December 6 | 9:30 a.m.–2 p.m.
Reform Congregation Keneseth Israel

Join Congregation Keneseth Israel for a local authors book fair, artisans, food and unique holiday gifts. For more information, contact jendy@kenesethisrael.org.

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Federation in Your Neighborhood is a Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia initiative to vibrant Jewish communities. Through this initiative, the Jewish Federation builds collaborative working relationships with synagogues, agencies and community members throughout Greater Philadelphia in order to strengthen Jewish life in the region.