Very engaging congregation. I go here with my grandfather and usually my father and they are both…read moredelighted every time. Setting: gorgeous main sanctuary with Jerusalem stone and a real eternal flame. There is always plenty of seating. Accomodations: my grandfather uses a headset that Beth El provides so he can better hear the service. Everyone always tries to help him as much as possible, whether that's giving him chocolate or finding a place to sit. And the Cantor always makes sure that he has a chance to touch the Torah with his tallit. Service: a couple things to be desired here but none of them a big deal. The service is very lively, with everyone singing, and the Cantor has a great singing voice. The spirit in the room is palpable! I don't enjoy how they sort of take a break during the returning of the Torah, with the congregants talking amongst themselves but that only lasts a few minutes. I also don't love every dvar Torah, as some are too long winded to reach people unfamiliar with Torah but too basic in subject to reach more familiar people. However, there are multiple dvar Torahs in the service and usually at least one is interesting. They use the Siddur Sim Shalom for Shabbat and festivals (at least for Shabbat morning services and festivals). While I prefer the Siddur Lev Shalem, the Sim Shalom for Shabbat and Festivals of course works great. And here's where I'll put- the one star review on this page doesn't make sense. If you're familiar with synagogues at all then you know all synagogues require you to get a ticket for high holiday (Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur) services because that is when a synagoge is at its most crowded. Ridiculous. Social events: while I've never been to a social event since I live pretty far away, I always hear them announced and they always seem to have a ton going on, even including golf. They also had casual Shabbat last Shabbat where people were told they didn't have to dress as formally and that there would be a sort of tea time between Shacharit and the Torah Service. I didn't personally go but my father thought it was wonderful. Food: usually the food is pretty great. Admittedly, I only remember having been when there was a Bar/Bat Mitzvah (where the family is paying for some of the food) but then it's usually pretty great. It's always dairy and there's always egg salad and tuna salad but usually there's bagels (of all different flavors, I get blueberry), cream cheese, and smoked salmon as well as kugel. Sometimes there's also delicious macaroni and cheese. Overall, delicious. This is a great Conservative shul and everyone in the area should try it out!

Wow such sinagog much jewish. Wow. Very Hebrew. Much kosher. Such rabbi. Wow. Very hazzan. Much…read morereligious. Very conservative. Such review. Wow.

I've been a member of temple Beth Shalom during some of the hardest times for Jews. Ron Safier -…read morethe Executive Director- has always made synagogue security a priority so we feel safe when we pray. He also ensures that no matter what someone's economic status is, they will always have a home at temple Beth Shalom.

I have known Ron Safier, Executive Director, for many years. I was always struck by his kindness,…read morewillingness to help others, and continued education, both personally and professionally. I have witnessed him go out of his way to help all members of the community. There is no doubt, Temple Beth Sholom is positively impacting its' members and the community it serves. Thank you.

I have been a member of Mkor for over 30 years. For many of the community it is a second home…read more People of all backgrounds, welcoming and goodness prevails within the synagogues walls. Our clergy as well as the staff and board members make our house a place where people want to be! Join us for an activity...services...or an event. Tell them robin sent ya! Mkor shalom a source of peace

This is the most ridiculous temple I've ever spoken to, would never join in a million years. I ask…read morefor help with recommendations of Mohels for a Bris and they say "their Rabbis/Mohels only do ceremonies for their members?????????" Either the office personnel are idiots or they have the world's worst Jewish marketers- HELLO- it works the other way, perhaps with a satisfactory experience upon their suggestion one would contemplate joining, not join in hopes one of their "people" are competent- There are dozens of Mohels who advertise perpetually. Shame on you for not helping a new mother to be find the best person to perform this emotionally challenging ceremony

If you are looking for a synagogue that is accepting of everyone, Chabad of Cherry Hill is the…read moreplace to go. I was a member of a conservative shul for a very long time, until I decided to try Chabad. Not knowing what to expect, I was nervous and thinking it would be a very religious environment. Chabad is a place where everyone grows at their own pace without any judgement. You become part of a large family and our supported by all those around you. I can't say enough great things about Chabad. If you are nervous, give it one shot and I beleive you will be back.

The second I stepped foot into chabad 5 years ago, I knew this is where I belonged. I had been…read morefeeling a bit of emptiness in my life, and I decided a synagogue might be the place where I can do the void. Despite many of my friends ridiculing me for thinking of going to a synagogue where the rabbi was a religious me with a beard, I tried it out nonetheless. That was the smartest thing I did in my life. The charisma and passion of Rabbi Mangel, the lovingness and care of his wife Dinie, and the absolute dedication and sheer selflessness of their children really made me feel that chabad is the place for me-and every jew. They don't charge any dues or membership, they welcome jews of all walks of life, and embrace everyone at their level. Don't let the 'mechitza' get in your way, don't let their tradiationalism pose a challange- for these very details give you a true taste and sense of judiasm. They don't yield to the facade of the laziness and carelessness of our generation - they help you rekindle that jewish spark which you know should be ignited fully. I have become involved fully in all that they offer - their classes, their services, and their holiday events. And guess what, the friends that laughed me off in the begining have now joined as well - and brought their friends to share this great experience too. See you at chabad!

If you are looking for a Reform congregation that has a warm and welcoming atmosphere than Adath is…read morefor you. From the moment you walk in the door, the people at Adath make you feel at home. Rabbi Benjamin David is an amazing Rabbi as well as being a wonderful, caring person. Come to a Friday night service (check the website home page for the time). Stay after for the Oneg- you won't want to leave!

I can not rave enough about the Pre-school at Temple Emanuel…read more I sent my daughter, who was not yet 2 at the time, to camp here. The program was 2 hours long. I was incredibly nervous, as she has never gone to day care or any such program. The staff was amazing (thank you Deb and Jeanie), and they had a handful to deal with. I was a crying fool the first 2 days. My daughter LOVED it! So much so that I signed her up for 5 days of pre-school. Lynn and Jeanie are wonderful! They truly love their job and it shows every single day. My daughters teachers, Laura, Donna, and Mindy are fantastic! My daughter is the youngest in her class, but that has not stopped her from anything. In fact, school has helped her in so many ways from speech development to social skills. She loves going to school, her teachers, and her friends. I was even nervous about adding the 2 extra days, but I truly think it was one of smartest decisions!

One of the reasons I joined JCC was to have use of the men's steam room. I find it very relaxing…read moreafter a workout. However, the"" men's steam room has been out of order for the past one and a half months or longer. My obvious question is "What is the problem".

I lived in Lower Bucks County in the early 1980s and came here once for a Community Passover Seder…read more I still remember an older Jewish Yenta who was hell bent on getting me fixed up with a single Mom across the table. "What's the matter, you don't like girls?" she would say as I politely tried to avoid her matchmaking efforts. As it turns out, my Yenta friend was putting equal pressure on the other person too. Me and the single Mom never did go out, but we had a great conversation and laugh afterwards.