אנחנו
ANACHNU
WE ARE
HIGH HOLY DAYS 5785
At Beth Sholom, we are committed to offering meaningful programming for everyone during the High Holy Days.
From traditional services, to meditation, to spiritual outdoor experiences, to community dinners, to musical prayer, to multi-sensory childcare programming — we welcome everyone to find belonging and transformation as we enter 5785.
This year, our theme is “Anachnu: We Are.” We are individuals, each with distinct opinions and experiences, yet we are all connected through past, present, and future. We are the Jewish people. We are one. We. Anachnu.
Elul 5784: We are Preparing
Join us for a month of preparation, reflection and learning. The work of teshuvah — returning to ourselves — and the importance of community is more important than ever. We hope you will join us for these meaningful encounters…
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Join Us
Beth Sholom members are not required to register. Please note that members in good standing will receive an email with a discount code for guest registration.
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Our Offerings
Join us for a variety of immersive programming on Erev Rosh Hashanah, Rosh Hashanah, Kol Nidre, and Yom Kippur.
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Erev Rosh Hashanah Dinner
Kick off the High Holy Days in community with a special meal prepared by our Execute Chef, Marlene Macmillan, following services.
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Childcare
Community guests can register and pay for childcare with their ticket purchase. Members can register for free childcare below.
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Be a Greeter
Join us in welcoming our members and friends to High Holy Days services at Beth Sholom! We always have openings for greeters, and the more friendly faces the better! Greeters are required to attend Zoom training (see sign-up for details).
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We Are Still Celebrating: Sukkot 5785
Pre-order your Lulav and Etrog kit by September 24th for pick-up on October 15th! We are partnering with Dayenu at the San Francisco JCC as our purveyor of Lulav and Etrog.
Parking
Parking restrictions for certain designated streets in the vicinity of Congregation Beth Sholom are waived during our High Holy Days services. Even so, parking is limited. If driving, allot sufficient time to park.
Health and Safety Guidelines
Beth Sholom continues to recommend that our congregants stay up to date on all vaccines and booster shots (Covid, flu, etc.), for all who are eligible. Masking is welcome and encouraged but is not required. If you are experiencing cold or flu symptoms – especially fever – we ask, please, that you remain at home.
Ticket Check-In and Will Call
We will not be mailing paper tickets this year in an attempt to make check-in smoother and reduce our use of natural resources. Members in good standing do not need tickets or to register in advance. Members can purchase tickets for their guests online and they will be added to the check-in list. Check in will be located just inside the main entrance on 14th Avenue.
Security
Security guards and Beth Sholom staff will be stationed around the building and at the entrance to welcome guests. Bags may be checked as you enter to increase our ability to create a safe environment in which to gather and celebrate the Holy Days together.
Public Transportation
There are several bus lines (1, 2, 28, and 38/38R) with stops within a couple blocks of Congregation Beth Sholom. The Metropolitan Transportation System’s website, www.511.org, provides directions to Beth Sholom from anywhere in the Bay Area.
