Society Hill Synagogue Young Families Group

Led by Society Hill Synagogue parents Joanna and Micah Hart, our Young Families Group is a warm and welcoming “community within the community” for families with children from newborns to 6-year-olds, and we are so excited about the phenomenal growth of programming for young families at our congregation!
Our popular Young Families Shabbat celebrations, twice a month from September through June, blend guitar grooves, singing, instruments for all ages, blessings, dancing, and the company of new friends and familiar faces! A delicious dairy vegetarian dinner or lunch is always included. These gatherings take place in the synagogue’s courtyard or social hall (depending on weather), and you can RSVP for any or all of them via this quick and easy online form.

Here are the dates for Young Families Shabbat in the 5785 (2024-2025) year:

  • Friday, Sep. 6 @ 5:45 pm with Dinner
  • Friday, Oct. 25 @ 5:45 pm with Dinner
  • Friday, Nov. 15 @ 5:45 pm with Dinner
  • Friday, Dec. 13 @ 5:45 pm with Dinner
  • Friday, Jan. 10 @ 5:45 pm with Dinner
  • Friday, Feb. 21 @ 5:45 pm with Dinner
  • Friday, Mar. 21 @ 5:45 pm with Dinner
  • Friday, Apr. 4 @ 5:45 pm with Dinner
  • Friday, May 2 @ 5:45 pm with Dinner
  • Friday, Jun. 6 @ 5:45 pm with Dinner
  • Saturday, Oct. 19 @ 11:15 am with Lunch
  • Saturday, Nov. 2 @ 11:15 am with Lunch
  • Saturday, Jan. 25 @ 11:15 am with Lunch
  • Saturday, Feb. 1 @ 11:15 am with Lunch
  • Saturday, Mar. 1 @ 11:15 am with Lunch
  • Saturday, Apr. 26 @ 11:15 am with Lunch
  • Saturday, May 10 @ 11:15 am with Lunch
All of these dates are also available on the synagogue’s calendar and in the Facebook event for Young Families Shabbat. Please spread the word and contact the synagogue’s Executive Director, Sahar Oz, with any questions. We look forward to getting to know your family!

JRA Juniors Volunteer Opportunity

We’re excited to invite you and your family to join us for a community service event with the Jewish Relief Agency (JRA) on Sunday, February 9. This is a wonderful opportunity to give back as a family and introduce children to the joy of volunteering!
Event Details:
  • What: Food packing and (optional) delivery to support JRA’s food relief efforts
  • Where: JRA Warehouse, 10980 Dutton Road, Philadelphia, PA 19154
  • When: Food Packing 9:00 – 10:00 am, Optional Delivery right after packing — we’ll deliver boxes to seniors in a nearby apartment building. If you prefer a driving route, let us know — we can arrange door-to-door deliveries in other areas of the city.
  • Capacity: Limited to 25 people (adults and children). Please sign up with us to reserve your spot!
  • Minimum Age: None — kids of all ages are welcome! Just make sure everyone is signed up, as all participants must be registered to attend.
  • Waitlist: If we reach capacity, we’ll start a waitlist and will fill spots if there are any cancellations.
If you have questions or need further information, feel free to reach out to Joanna Hart at youngfamilies[at]societyhillsynagogue.org. Looking forward to coming together for this meaningful day of service!
Click here to reserve your spots!