Programs & Services
CBS Kids Daycare Program
About our Program
The CBS Early Childhood Centers are proud to serve the entire Philadelphia community with teachers who are trilingual, speaking Russian, Hebrew, and English.
Davening Services
Eruv
The Somerton Eruv Map
An eruv (Hebrew: עירוב mixture, also transliterated as eiruv) is a ritual enclosure that some communities construct in their neighborhoods as a way to permit Jewish residents or visitors to carry certain objects outside their own homes on Shabbat.
An eruv accomplishes this by integrating a number of private and public properties into one larger private domain.
The eruv allows Jews to, among other things, carry house keys, tissues, medicines, or babies with them, and use strollers and canes. The presence or absence of an eruv thus especially affects the lives of people with limited mobility and those responsible for taking care of babies and young children.
The Eruv Committee:
- R’ Riber- Rabbinical Advisor
- R’ Katkovsky
- R’ Daitchman
- R’ Hoffman
- R’ Aizenberg
For questions, comments, or concerns please contact R’ Daitchman directly at 845-664-5128
Hatzalah
Servicing Philadelphia and surrounding areas
Hatzolah of Philadelphia is a 100% volunteer EMT organization that relies completely on the generous support of the community in order to provide its services.
While we are supported and staffed by the Jewish community, Hatzolah prides itself on the fact that it provides care at no cost equally to all in need regardless of race, religion, or ethnicity.
Mikvah
About our Mikvah Complex
Somerton Philadelphia community Mikvah complex, Mayim Chaim, is uniquely designed to house Women’s Mikvah Fradel, Men’s Mikvah David, and a Keilim Mikvah.
The Mikvah meets the highest halachic standards and serves the extensive communities of Somerton, Huntingdon Valley, Bucks County, and surrounding areas. The facility offers the best in comfort, hygiene, aesthetics, and privacy. The building complex is named Mayim Chaim – Living Waters to symbolize life, family purity, and Torah.
Kollel
About our Kollel
The Somerton Kollel is home to a dedicated group of Torah scholars, pursuing their own intensive learning program during the day, and sharing their knowledge and passion with the community by night.
Holiday Programming & Services
Holiday Services & Events
From High-Holiday prayer services, to Holiday parties and Toy Giveaways, CBS always has something exciting going on.
Pesach Food Drive
Yearly Holiday Food Drive
CBS distributes grocery store vouchers as well as chicken, eggs, and many other basic Passover holiday staples. This helps hundreds of families celebrate the holiday without financial strain.
Momentum Women's Trip
The Momentum Women's Trip to Israel, Led by Rivky Isaacson
CBS mothers join Jewish women all around the world for a revitalizing week of self-exploration, unforgettable experiences in Israel, and inspiring Jewish learning.
Thanks to CBS’s fundraising efforts, this incredible trip is offered free of charge.
RAJE Philly
Russian American Jewish Experience
RAJE is a learning experience for men and women ages 18-30 to explore their Jewish heritage and enjoy a FREE 2-week trip to Israel. This is a 10 week program that takes place on Sunday afternoons.
RAJERS enjoy invigorating lectures by world renowned educators as well as seminars given by local successful Jewish business people.
Youth Programming
Programs for all ages
We have Bnos groups for girls, Pirchei groups for boys, after-Shabbos Father & Son learning, and special events.
CBS is dedicated to providing meaningful, positive, and inspiring experiences in our shul for all the youth of the community, from toddler age through the teen years. With Shabbos and Yom Tov programming, as well as a variety of other fun and educational activities throughout the year, we aim to help youth forge a bond with Judaism that will last throughout their lives.