SUMMER 2027 Dates and rates for Summer 2027 are available on our website now! Getting started on registration is easy. Visit the registration page on our website and click on “Begin Your Application. If have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to our team by email campharlam@urj.org or by phone 610-668-0423.
VIRTUA
L INFORMATION SESSION on Tuesday, November 10th at 7 p.m. ~ Our camp directors are hosting virtual information sessions to introduce prospective families to Camp Harlam. Information sessions are intended for parents and future campers and will include a presentation by camp’s directors, the opportunity to address questions and concerns with a member of our Camper Care team, and activities for kids to learn more about camp and have fun. We will also discuss camper (and parent) readiness and how to set up your camper for a successful summer.
FALL FEST
October 25th, 2026 11-3 p.m.Join us at Camp Harlam for the 5th annual Fall Fest! It’s a day full of spirit, fall fun, and community. Paint a pumpkin, grab lunch from a food truck, jump around in the bounce house, and take a hayride around camp! Whether you’re an alum and haven’t been to camp in years, you just got home from camp in August, or you’re a prospective family getting a feel for Camp Harlam, we’d love to welcome you home. We’re also offering tours of camp for prospective families all through Fall Fest!
CSS Updates~
BAGELS AND BIBLE: The Congregations of Shaare Shamayim, 8339 Old York Road, Elkins Park, PA 19027, is hosting Bagels and Bible on Saturday, October 31, 2026. In lieu of a formal sermon, Rabbi Sandi will hold an informal Torah study session following services. Bagels, cream cheese and coffee will be served. For more information, please contact 215-677-1600.
BOOK CLUB ZOOM MEETING: The Book Club of Congregations of Shaare Shamayim, 8339 Old York Road, Elkins Park, PA, will be hosting their Zoom session on Monday, November 2, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. Our book this month is Our Missing Hearts by Celeste Ng. For further information, or to register for the book club program, please contact Lynn Ratmansky at the synagogue office at 215-677-1600.
SISTERHOOD GENERAL MEETING: The Sisterhood of Congregations of Shaare Shamayim, 8339 Old York Road, Elkins Park, PA, will be hosting our general meeting on Tuesday November 3, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. Our meeting will feature a discussion on End-of-Life Arrangements presented by Catharine Hahn, Family Service Counselor at Roosevelt Memorial Park. Light refreshments will be served and there is no charge for this program. For further information, please call the synagogue office at 215-677-1600.
Men’s Club Shabbat: The annual Shaare Shamayim’s Men’s Club Shabbat service will be held on Saturday, November 7, 2026, at 9:30 a.m. sharp in our beautiful sanctuary on 8339 Old York Road, Elkins Park, PA 19027. The Men’s Club will conduct the service, and all members are invited to participate. Hebrew readers are especially welcome. Contact the CSS office at 215-677-1600 for further information.
Kristallnacht – a remembrance program: Please join us at The Congregations of Shaare Shamayim, 8339 Old York Road, Elkins Park, PA 19027, for a program on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. dedicated to Kristallnacht – a remembrance program presented by Deb Smith. A beautiful brunch will be served following the program. There is no cost for the brunch due to a sponsor. Please send your reservation to the office at the address above. If you have additional questions, please call the synagogue office at 215-677-1600.
Veterans Brunch & Program: Please join us at The Congregations of Shaare Shamayim, 8339 Old York Road, Elkins Park, PA 19027, for a program honoring our Veterans on Sunday, November 15, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. A beautiful brunch is planned a musical performance as well by Meredith Beck. There will also be a presentation by an archivist from Mikvah Israel on Uriah P. Levy, a veteran of the War of 1812 and the first Commadore of the Navy, the cost for the brunch is $36 per person. Please send your reservation and payment to the office at the address above. If you have additional questions, please call the synagogue office at 215-677-1600.
BAGELS AND BIBLE: The Congregations of Shaare Shamayim, 8339 Old York Road, Elkins Park, PA 19027, is hosting Bagels and Bible on Saturday, November 21, 2026. In lieu of a formal sermon, Rabbi Sandi will hold an informal Torah study session following services. Bagels, cream cheese and coffee will be served. RSVP’S are a must. For more information, please contact 215-677-1600.
Kim Reddin Yiddish: Congregations of Shaare Shamayim, 8339 Old York Road, Elkins Park. The group’s next meeting will be on Tuesday, November 24, 2026, starting at 1:00 p.m. Please join us and spend a pleasant hour or more together. Light refreshments will be served. Call the CSS office at 215-677-1600 for further details.
SISTERHOOD MAGICAL MEETING: The Sisterhood of Congregations of Shaare Shamayim, 8339 Old York Road, Elkins Park, PA, will be hosting a magical afternoon on Monday, November 30, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. Danny Silverman, an original owner of Smoke and Mirrors, will dazzle us with his magical talent. Refreshments will be served and there is a $36 charge for this program. Please send your check in payment for this program, Attention: Sisterhood, to the address listed above. For further information, please call the synagogue office at 215-677-1600.
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Clean House Recycling has a collection bin in the corner of the KI parking lot. They recycle the clothing so it can stay out of a landfill. KI also receives monthly income from the rental of the parking space.Make a difference for the environment and help those in need of clothing.
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Families with special needs children who would benefit from our Friends@Home program a 1-on-1 friendship, please feel free to contact Laurie Sked, Member Support Coordinator ~ E: members@phillyfriendship.com P: 445-247-5348
Philly Friendship Circle Website – https://phillyfriendshipvirtual.com/
Sunday Circle – https://phillyfriendshipvirtual.com/sundaycircle
Sign-Up to join our Circle – https://phillyfriendshipvirtual.com/sign-up-2
Phone Number- (215)574-1765
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Calling all 20s and 30s! Young Adult Interfaith Group ~ Learn More!
JRA Food Distribution ~ Sign Up Here! JRA needs you! Each month, they take on the challenge of providing kosher food for over 6,200 individuals coping with hunger in the Greater Philadelphia Jewish community and beyond. Everything they do is driven, quite literally, by volunteers, helping to assist with packing boxes of food and other essential items, and hand-delivering them to community members in need. Register online at jewishrelief.org
Jewish Federation’s Volunteer Opportunities
CBS Kosher Food Program is providing nutritious lunches for children 1-18. M-F from 12-12:45 p.m. To Reserve Free Kosher Meals, please have families email Volunteer Onityaakova@gmail.com for pick up. *1 adult per family must be present and provide a home address. No further questions asked.
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