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Elements of Jewish life
Every Jewish community is built around a host of diverse opportunities for involvement. In the Lehigh Valley, you’ll find plenty of ways to get involved, whether through volunteerism, educational options, synagogue membership or more. “All of the elements you need to build a successful Jewish life in the Lehigh Valley can be found here, whatever your level of observance may be,” said Rabbi Jonathan Powers, director of kosher supervision for the Lehigh Valley Kashrut Commission.
9 synagogues of all denominations LVKC kosher establishments
Eruv (in Allentown)
Community mikvah Chevra kadisha Jewish newspaper
Jewish education and childcare (from six weeks through 8th grade)
Supportive community that cares for older adults and those in need Philanthropic and volunteer opportunities
LVKC
AROUND THE TABLE KOSHER INC. 702 N. 22nd St., Allentown
BINAH WINERY 905 Harrison St., Ste. 131, Allentown
CARVEL ICE CREAM 2364 Catasauqua Rd., Bethlehem
GIANT SUPERMARKET FRESH FISH 3100 W. Tilghman St., Allentown (only those marked with an LVKC sticker)
GIANT SUPERMARKET PRODUCE PLATTERS 3100 W. Tilghman St., Allentown (only by pre-order)
MANHATTAN BAGEL 3100 Tilghman St., Allentown (bagged & marked bagels available on Sundays & Fridays if pre-ordered)
MENCHIE’S FROZEN YOGURT 353 S. Ceder Crest Blvd., Allentown (Toppings are not certified kosher)
RITA’S ITALIAN ICES 1908 Tilghman St., Allentown
WEIS MARKET BAKERY 1500 Cedar Crest Blvd., Allentown (Bread, cakes and more; only those items with an LVKC Kosher label)
Look for the LVKC labels/signs at the above locations. For an updated list and for kosher alerts, visit www.lvkosher.org.
