Saturday

10-18-2025 Vol 2117

Upcoming Community Events in Bucks County and Philadelphia Areas

A host of engaging community events are set to take place in the coming days across Bucks County and the greater Philadelphia region.

Starting with a spiritually enriching experience, Lubavitch of Bucks County will host the Men’s Ohel Experience on Sunday, September 28. This event will feature Torah study and prayer, led by Rabbi Aryeh Weinstein, culminating with a delicious kosher lunch. For more details, you can visit jewishcenter.info, located at 25 N State St., Newtown.

Also on Sunday, Congregation Beth El of Bucks County invites book lovers to its book club discussion on Isabel Allende’s ‘The Wind Knows My Name.’ The session runs from 10:30 a.m. to noon, providing a welcoming environment for both familiar and new faces to engage in literary conversation. More information can be found at bethelyardley.org, 375 Stony Hill Road, Yardley.

Moving on to Monday, September 29, ladies are encouraged to attend “Letters for Living” from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. at Lubavitch of Bucks County. This unique session will delve into a selection of letters from the legendary Rebbe, discussing various personal and spiritual challenges. For details, visit jewishcenter.info.

On the same day, the Holocaust Awareness Museum and Education Center will commemorate the memory of Babi Yar with a dedicated event from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Attendees will hear speeches from State Representative Jared Solomon, the Honorable Thomas Murt, and Upper Moreland Superintendent Dr. Susan K. Elliott, among others. You can learn more at hamec.org, located at 8339 Old York Road, Elkins Park.

Later that evening, the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History will host a book launch for Jake Cohen’s ‘Dinner Party Animal.’ Running from 7 to 9 p.m., this event features an engaging discussion about the book and its recipes, alongside insights into Judaism from Cohen with notable guests Michael Solomonov, Alex Edelman, and Benj Pasek. Further details are available at theweitzman.org, 101 S. Independence Mall E, Philadelphia.

Looking ahead to Thursday, October 2, Congregation Beth El of Bucks County will hold Yizkor Community Services from 3:30 to 4 p.m., offering a space for remembering loved ones in light of the High Holidays. For more information, check bethelyardley.org.

Later the same evening, the Congregations of Shaare Shamayim will host a Break The Fast event from 7 to 9 p.m., which costs $34 per person. Reservations are required by Tuesday, September 30, and can be made by contacting the synagogue via email.

On Saturday, October 4, film enthusiasts can attend the screening of ‘A Letter to David,’ an Israeli film reflecting on themes of captivity and hope. This event is part of the Israeli Film Festival and runs from 8 to 10 p.m. at the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History. For more information, visit Iffphila.com.

The following day, Sunday, October 5, from 5 to 7 p.m., the Israeli American Council is organizing an evening of reflection called Remembering Oct. 7, honoring those affected by the October 7, 2023 terror attacks. This gathering will take place at Adath Israel on the Main Line, details available at iac360.org/iac-events/remoctpa/.

Lastly, on Thursday, October 9, Mi Casa Sukkah-sa promises to be a vibrant celebration in the community.

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Charlotte Hayes