Celebrate the Jewish New Year in a way that works for you!
The New Year begins September 18, 2009.
Want to attend a service, but not sure where?
We’ll help find one that’s right for you.
Interested in learning more about the Jewish New Year?
Join us to celebrate informally with food, song, and learning.
Seeking a celebration for families with young children?
Come enjoy puppets, stories, songs, and holiday treats!
Explore the options below . . . all are welcome!
Join other families with young children to welcome a happy New Year. Celebrate with puppets and music, hear the blast of the shofar, taste apples and honey for a sweet year. For children age 0-5 years and their grown-ups.
When: Sunday, Sept. 13, 10:30 AM - noon
Where: Jewish Gateways' cozy home, near El Cerrito Plaza and BART station just north of Berkeley
Who: Families with children 0-5. Feel free to invite friends who might be interested!
How: Space is limited, so early RSVP is recommended. $5/family. No one turned away for lack of funds. Click on event title just above to RSVP, or contact Rabbi Bridget at 510-559-8140 or rabbibridget@jewishgateways.org for info and to RSVP.
Want to learn more about the New Year holidays in a homey environment? Celebrate the New Year with food, song, and interactive learning at a Rosh Hashanah Seder. Childcare available free by reservation.
When: Fri., Sept. 18, 6 pm
Where: Jewish Gateways' cozy home, near El Cerrito Plaza and BART station just north of Berkeley
How: Space is limited, so early RSVP is recommended. We'll ask you to bring a potluck dish to share. If your schedule doesn't allow this, we offer you the option of contributing $10 toward the dinner. Click on event title just above to RSVP, or contact Rabbi Bridget at 510-559-8140 or rabbibridget@jewishgateways.org for info and to RSVP.
On Yom Kippur, Jewish tradition invites us to reflect. Where are our lives going? How are we spending our precious time? We will explore these questions through learning, discussion, song, and time for introspection, and take time to remember those we have lost. Childcare available free by reservation.
When: Sunday, Sept. 27, 12-3 pm,
Where: Jewish Gateways' cozy home, near El Cerrito Plaza and BART station just north of Berkeley
How: Space is limited, so early RSVP is recommended. $5/person. No one turned away for lack of funds. Click on event title just above to RSVP, or contact Rabbi Bridget at 510-559-8140 or rabbibridget@jewishgateways.org for info and to RSVP.
Thinking of going to a service, but not sure where? Want to know about holiday services where non-members are welcome?
We'll help find one that's right for you, plus arrange for tickets and a person to go with, if you'd like.
When: Rosh Hashanah (New Year) services are the evening of Fri., Sept. 18 and days of Sat., Sept. 19 and Sun., Sept. 20
Yom Kippur (Day of Atonement) services are the evening of Sun., Sept. 27, and day of Mon., Sept. 28
Where: A variety of locations throughout the San Francisco Bay Area
How: Contact Rabbi Bridget at 510-559-8140 or rabbibridget@jewishgateways.org as early as possible and tell her what you’re looking for!
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