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Pre-registration is required for childcare & elementary age programming. Please click HERE to register. More information can be found below. 

Rosh Hashanah

    Erev Rosh Hashanah Monday, September 22

Intergenerational Family Service: 5:30 pm
Join Rabbi Bayar and Cantor Kapell downstairs in the Bergman Social Hall for an Intergenerational, interactive, and dynamic service for families with children of all ages. Then join us for the events below. 
Apples and Honey with Candle Lighting: 6:15 pm
Following the Intergenerational family service and preceding Ma’ariv, join with family and friends to schmooze and to welcome in a sweet New Year!
 
Day 1 of Rosh Hashanah Tuesday, September 23   
Early Childhood Family Program 9:00 - 9:45 am: ages 15 mos to 4 years
This service for families with young children will be held in the Bergman Social Hall and will be led by Song Leader Silvia Edenburg and Guest Rabbi Penina Alexander. Tickets for the Family Program can be found here.
 
Childcare 9:45 - 12:30 pm (approximately)
Immediately following the Early Childhood program, children who are pre-registered for childcare may be checked in. Snack will be provided during childcare. Information about registration and fees can be found on the registration form here. Please pick up your child at 12:30 pm. 
 
Teen Discussion 9:45 - 10:45 am: ages 13-18
Join Religious School Teacher, Melissa Friedman, in the Youth Lounge for an interactive discussion. RSVP on the ticket form. The Youth Lounge will remain open and supervised for teen use after the discussion until 12:30 pm. 
 
Family Service 10:00 - 11:15 am: Elementary Grades K to 6
This family-friendly outdoor service, let by Guest Rabbi Penina Alexander, will provide a meaningful experience for families, with opportunities for all ages to participate. Families with children in K through 6th grade are encouraged to attend. Tickets for this service can be found here.
 
Snack & Children’s Program 11:15 am - 12:30 pm. 
All Children who are pre-registered are invited downstairs for a Birthday party for the world with special snacks including a High Holiday discussion. There will be 4 groups based on grade level: K-1, 2-3, 4-6, and teens. Pick up is at 12:30 pm. Pre-registration is required. Information about registration and fees can be found  here.
 
Day 2 of Rosh Hashanah Wednesday, September 24   
 
Early Childhood Family Program 9:00 - 9:45 am: ages 15 mos to 4 years
This musical Rosh Hashanah service for families with young children will be held downstairs in the Bergman Social Hall and led by Lisa Baydush. Tickets for this service can be found here.
 

Yom Kippur

Yom Kippur Thursday, October 2
Early Childhood Family Program 9:00 - 9:45 am: ages 15 mos to 4 years
This service for families with young children will be held in the Bergman Social Hall and will be led by Song Leader Silvia Edenburg and Guest Rabbi Penina Alexander. Tickets for this service can be found here.
Childcare 9:45 am – Conclusion of Services
Immediately following the Early Childhood program, children who are pre-registered for childcare may be checked in. Snack will be provided during childcare. Information about registration and fees can be found on the registration form here. Please pick up your child before 12:30 pm. 
Teen Discussion 9:45 - 10:45 am: ages 13-18
Join Religious School Teacher, Melissa Friedman, in the Youth Lounge for an interactive discussion. RSVP on the ticket form. The Youth Lounge will remain open for teen use after the discussion until 12:30 pm.
Family Service 10:00 - 11:15 am: Elementary Grades K to 6
This family-friendly outdoor service, let by Guest Rabbi Penina Alexander, will provide a meaningful experience for families, with opportunities for all ages to participate. Families with children in K through 6th grade are encouraged to attend. Tickets for this service can be found here.
Snack & Children’s Program 11:15 am - 12:30 pm
All Children who are pre-registered are invited downstairs for a snack and program, including a High Holiday discussion and interactive games, based on grade level and 4 groups:  K-1, 2-3, 4-6, and teens. Pick up is at 12:30 pm. Pre-registration is required. Information about registration and fees can be found  here.
 
 
 

Sukkot

Monday, October 6
5:00 pm Sukkot Sing-Along & Pizza in the Hut
Sukkot Sing-Along & Pizza in the Hut for Young Children and their families led by special guest Lisa Baydush. Register by Monday, September 29 by clicking here. Free for members, $15/person for non-members. 
 
5:30 pm Erev Sukkot Family Service
 
Tuesday, October 7
9:30 am Sukkot Service 
Sukkot service, commemorating October 7. Bring your lulav and etrog as we parade around the synagogue to reenact this ancient ritual. Purchase your lulav and etrog by clicking here
 
Friday, October 10 
5:30 pm – 6:30 pm Sukkot Shabbat Dinner
Celebrate Sukkot with a festive community dinner! Register at bnaitzedek.org. Free for new members who have joined since January 2025. Please register here.
 

Shemini Atzeret & Simchat Torah

Thursday, October 14
6:30 pm Festive Family Simchat Torah Celebration featuring Lox & Vodka Klezmer Band
with singing, dancing and treats for the kids in the Berman Sanctuary and tent. Please register here.
Mon, June 30 2025 4 Tammuz 5785