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H How to Celebrate Israel’s
74th Birthday
appy birthday Israel!
Beginning in the evening of Wednesday, May 4 through Th ursday,
May 5, Yom Ha’atzmaut, or Israel Independence Day, is a day to
celebrate the country’s history, beauty and resilience. In honor of the 74th
anniversary of the Jewish state’s founding, get ready for festivities galore of
Israeli-themed music, food, dance and so much more.

See the full lineup of events, including registration details, at jewishphilly.

org/Israel74. Federation of Greater Philadelphia is partnering with Th e Chevra and 15 other
organizations for a single night of three epic-themed parties in honor of Yom
Ha’atzmaut and Lag B’omer. Come for the Israel happy hour, urban campfi re
and concert.

Israel’s Independence Day Celebration
Sunday, May 8 | 5-8 p.m.

Location: Kaiserman JCC
Looking for a way to go all out for Israel’s big 7-4? Celebrate Israel’s
Independence Day with the Israeli American Council, also known as IAC!
Supported by the Jewish Federation through an Israel Engagement Grant, get
excited for this evening of Israeli dancing, music and activities for the whole
family. Remember to bring your own blanket and chair for the event.

Bucks County Jewish Festival 2022
Sunday, May 15 | Noon-3 p.m.

Location: Bucks County Community College, Newtown
You can still show your love for Israel, even aft er Yom Ha’atzmaut! Bring the
whole family to appreciate Israeli culture while enjoying this free Jewish com-
munity festival. Among an array of activities, there will also be Israeli-themed
food, craft vendors, music and more.

Mesiba: Israel Independence & Lag B’Omer Fest
Wednesday, May 18 | 7-11 p.m.

Location: Fabrika, Philadelphia
Why celebrate one Jewish holiday, when you can celebrate two?! Th e Jewish
The Jewish Greater Philadelphia community has a lineup of exciting festivities to
celebrate Israel Independence Day.

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Bucks County
Jewish Festival 2022
Bring your whole family, friends and neighbors for a day of fun
featuring food, music, kids activities, crafts, raffles and much more.

Sunday, May 15 th | 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Bucks County Community College, 275 Swamp Road, Newtown, PA 18940
Learn more at jewishphilly.org/bucksfestival
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