It’s almost 5785! Here you will find the Jewish Federation’s roundup of High Holiday offerings from the incredible synagogues and organizations in the Greater Philadelphia region that are excited to open their doors and welcome you in for their services and programs.
This list includes in-person, virtual, and hybrid options, various denominational services, children’s services, classes, Tashlich walks, and more.
If you need additional assistance with selecting a synagogue, service or program that is right for you, please email Director of Leadership Development & Governance Lori Rubin at lrubin@jewishphilly.org with some information about what type of experience you are seeking and she will be in touch with you to provide guidance in your High Holiday journey.
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As you use this guide, go to your neighborhood’s section and click on the different offerings for each holiday.
Table of Contents
Bucks County
Erev Rosh Hashanah: October 2 | Bucks county
Congregation Tifereth Israel of Lower Bucks County
Erev Rosh Hashanah Service
October 2 | 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 2909 Bristol Rd, Bensalem, PA 19020
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
Join Rabbi Jeff Schnitzer in-person or through livestream for traditional Rosh Hashanah Maariv services. To register, email ezeisler@tiferethisraelpa.org or call 215.752.3468.
Kehilat Hanahar
Erev Rosh Hashanah Service
October 2 | 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 85 W Mechanic St, New Hope, PA 18938
Cost: Donations Strongly Suggested or Required
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Join Rabbi Janine Jankovitz in-person or through livestream to start the New Year with a warm and welcoming community! This little shul will include a rich service with traditional prayer, sermon and songs. To register, click here or email littleshul@kehilathanahar.org.
Lubavitch of Bucks County
Rosh Hashanah Eve Service
October 2 | 6:45 p.m. – 7:15 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 25 N State Street, Newtown, PA 18940
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Orthodox
The strength of the Jewish people is in our unity. When the entire community is assembled, when we stand together, and when we pray silently, we gather strength in each other. And G-d will stand with us as well. Join Rabbi Yudy, Miriam Shemtov, Rabbi Aryeh and Rosie Weinstein to commemorate Rosh Hashanah. To register, click here.
Temple Judea of Bucks County
Erev Rosh Hashanah
October 2 | 7:00 p.m. – 8:45 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 38 Rogers Rd, Furlong, PA 18925
Cost: A $180 Donation is Strongly Suggested or Required
Denomination: Reform
Join Rabbi Andrew R. Sklarz, DD, MSW, MA for a service for all ages. To register, email judea@templejudea.org.
Rosh Hashanah Day 1: October 3 | Bucks county
Chabad Lubavitch of Yardley
Rosh Hashanah Main Service
October 3 | 9:45 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 1444 Yardley Newtown Road, Yardley, PA 19067
Cost: Free
Denomination: Orthodox
Services with Lubavitch of Yardley are designed to make everyone feel welcome and at home. The prayers, conducted with Hebrew and English prayer-books, are lively, engaging and inclusive – spiced with inspiring tunes and insightful explanations throughout – allowing all to absorb the experience at their own level. Children are provided with a special program run by experienced teachers that will allow them to participate and enjoy a service of their own. To register, click here.
Congregation Tifereth Israel of Lower Bucks County
Rosh Hashanah Morning Service
October 3 | 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 2909 Bristol Rd, Bensalem, PA 19020
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
Join Rabbi Jeff Schnitzer in-person or through livestream for a traditional Rosh Hashanah service. There will also be babysitting from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. The sounding of the Shofar will take place during the Torah Service, throughout the Musaf service and at the conclusion of the service. To register, email ezeisler@tiferethisraelpa.org or call 215.752.3468.
Kehilat Hanahar
Rosh Hashanah
October 3 | 9:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 85 W Mechanic St, New Hope, PA 18938
Cost: Donations Strongly Suggested or Required
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Join Rabbi Janine Jankovitz in-person or through livestream to start the New Year with a warm and welcoming community! This little shul will include a rich service with traditional prayer, sermon and songs. The service will be followed by apples, honey and Tashlich. To register, click here or email littleshul@kehilathanahar.org.
Kehillas Bnei Shalom
Rosh Hashanah Service
October 3 | 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 2446 Bristol Road, Bensalem, PA 19020
Cost: Free
Denomination: Orthodox
Join Rabbi Moishe Travitsky for an uplifting traditional Rosh Hashanah service with a cantor, shofar blowing and inspirational speech. Come for the whole service, or join for part of the day. To register, email Daniel Miller at daniel@bensalemoutreach.org.
Lubavitch of Bucks County
Rosh Hashanah Day One
October 3 | 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 25 N State Street, Newtown, PA 18940
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Orthodox
The strength of the Jewish people is in our unity. When the entire community is assembled, when we stand together, and when we pray silently, we gather strength in each other. And G-d will stand with us as well. Join Rabbi Yudy, Miriam Shemtov, Rabbi Aryeh and Rosie Weinstein to commemorate Rosh Hashanah. There will also be a complete children’s program beginning at 10:30 a.m. To register, click here.
Temple Judea of Bucks County
Family Service
October 3 |11:15 a.m. – 1:15 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 38 Rogers Rd, Furlong, PA 18925
Cost: A $180 Donation is Strongly Suggested or Required
Denomination: Reform
Join Rabbi Andrew R. Sklarz, DD, MSW, MA to commemorate Rosh Hashanah. To register, email judea@templejudea.org.
Tiferes B’Nai Israel
Rosh Hashanah Service
October 3 | 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 2478 Street Road, Warrington PA, 18976
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Traditional. Services are adapted to attendees
Join Rabbi Seth Frisch and Cantorial Soloist Susan Dorfman to commemorate the first day of Rosh Hashanah. All are welcome to attend and participate in the services if they wish. There will be a family and children’s service starting at 10:00 a.m. which is open to anyone. Advanced registration is not required, all are welcome to attend.
Rosh Hashanah Day 2: October 4 | Bucks county
Bensalem Jewish Outreach Center
Rosh Hashanah One Hour Explanatory Service
October 4 | 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 2446 Bristol Road, Bensalem, PA 19020
Cost: Free
Denomination: Orthodox
Join Rabbi Daniel Miller at the Bensalem Jewish Outreach Center for a one hour Rosh Hashanah explanatory service. This inspirational, user-friendly service will be conducted in English and will include shofar blowing. A membership is not required. A children’s program is available upon request. To register, contact Daniel Miller at daniel@bensalemoutreach.org or call 215-688-3928.
Chabad Lubavitch of Yardley
Rosh Hashanah Main Service
October 4 | 9:45 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 1444 Yardley Newtown Road, Yardley, PA 19067
Cost: Free
Denomination: Orthodox
Services with Lubavitch of Yardley are designed to make everyone feel welcome and at home. The prayers, conducted with Hebrew and English prayer-books, are lively, engaging and inclusive – spiced with inspiring tunes and insightful explanations throughout – allowing all to absorb the experience at their own level. Children are provided with a special program run by experienced teachers that will allow them to participate and enjoy a service of their own. To register, click here.
Congregation Beth El of Bucks County
Rosh Hashanah Services
October 4 | 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 375 Stony Hill Road, Yardley, Pennsylvania 19067
Cost: Free
Denomination: Conservative
Join Rabbi David Cantor and Cantor Howard (Hamid) Dardashti to commemorate the second day of Rosh Hashanah. To register, call 214.493.1707 x4.
Congregation Tifereth Israel of Lower Bucks County
Rosh Hashanah Services for Second Day Yom Tov
October 4 | 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 2909 Bristol Rd, Bensalem, PA 19020
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
Join Rabbi Jeff Schnitzer in-person or through livestream for a traditional Rosh Hashanah service. There will also be babysitting from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. The sounding of the Shofar will take place during the Torah Service, throughout the Musaf service and at the conclusion of the service. To register, email ezeisler@tiferethisraelpa.org or call 215.752.3468.
Kehilat Hanahar
Rosh Hashanah Services
October 4 | 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 85 W Mechanic St, New Hope, PA 18938
Cost: Donations Strongly Suggested or Required
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Join Rabbi Janine Jankovitz in-person or through livestream to start the New Year with a warm and welcoming community! This little shul will include a rich service with traditional prayer, sermon and songs. To register, click here or email littleshul@kehilathanahar.org.
Kehillas Bnei Shalom
Rosh Hashanah Service
October 4 | 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 2446 Bristol Road, Bensalem, PA 19020
Cost: Free
Denomination: Orthodox
Join Rabbi Moishe Travitsky for an uplifting traditional Rosh Hashanah service with a cantor, shofar blowing and inspirational speech. Come for the whole service, or join for part of the day. To register, email Daniel Miller at daniel@bensalemoutreach.org.
Lubavitch of Bucks County
Rosh Hashanah Day Two
October 4 | 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 25 N State Street, Newtown, PA 18940
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Orthodox
The strength of the Jewish people is in our unity. When the entire community is assembled, when we stand together, and when we pray silently, we gather strength in each other. And G-d will stand with us as well. Join Rabbi Yudy, Miriam Shemtov, Rabbi Aryeh and Rosie Weinstein to commemorate Rosh Hashanah. There will also be a complete children’s program beginning at 10:30 a.m. To register, click here.
Ohev Shalom of Bucks County
Rosh Hashanah Day 2 Service
October 4 | 8:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 944 Second Street Pike, Richboro, PA 18954
Cost: Free
Denomination: Conservative
Join Rabbi Leora Kling Perkins and Cantor Annelise Ocanto-Romo for Rosh Hashanah Shacharit service in observance of Rosh Hashanah. To register for the in-person service, call Barbara Glickman at 215.322.9595. To watch through the livestream, click here.
Tiferes B’Nai Israel
Rosh Hashanah Services
October 4 | 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 2478 Street Road, Warrington PA, 18976
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Traditional. Services are adapted to attendees
Join Rabbi Seth Frisch and Cantorial Soloist Susan Dorfman to commemorate the second day of Rosh Hashanah. All are welcome to attend and participate in the services if they wish. Advanced registration is not required, all are welcome to attend.
Taschlich | Bucks county
Chabad Lubavitch of Yardley
Shofar On Lake Afton
October 3 | 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 46 W Afton Ave, Yardley, PA 19067
Cost: Free
Denomination: Orthodox
Join for a Shofar Blowing and tashlich service open to all. To register, click here.
Congregation Tifereth Israel of Lower Bucks County
Tashlich
October 3 | 5:00 p.m. – 5:15 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 2909 Bristol Rd, Bensalem, PA 19020
Cost: Free
Denomination: Conservative
Join Rabbi Jeff Schnitzer for a Tashlich service for all ages. To register, email ezeisler@tiferethisraelpa.org or call 215.752.3468.
Lubavitch of Bucks County
Tashlich Prayer
October 3 | 6:10 p.m. – 6:25 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 25 N State Street, Newtown, PA 18940
Cost: Free
Denomination: Orthodox
The strength of the Jewish people is in our unity. When the entire community is assembled, when we stand together, and when we pray silently, we gather strength in each other. And G-d will stand with us as well. Join Rabbi Yudy, Miriam Shemtov, Rabbi Aryeh and Rosie Weinstein for a Tashlich service. To register, click here.
Temple Judea of Bucks County
Tashlich at Lake Galena
October 3 | 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 230 Creek Rd. Doylestown, PA 18901
Cost: A $180 Donation is Strongly Suggested or Required
Denomination: Reform
Join Rabbi Andrew R. Sklarz, DD, MSW, MA at Peace Valley Park pavilion 5 for a Tashlich service. To register, email judea@templejudea.org.
Kol Nidre | Bucks county
Chabad Lubavitch of Yardley
Yom Kippur Evening Service
October 11 | 6:07 p.m. – 8:07 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 1444 Yardley Newtown Road, Yardley, PA 19067
Cost: Free
Denomination: Orthodox
Services with Lubavitch of Yardley are designed to make everyone feel welcome and at home. The prayers, conducted with Hebrew and English prayer-books, are lively, engaging and inclusive – spiced with inspiring tunes and insightful explanations throughout – allowing all to absorb the experience at their own level. Children are provided with a special program run by experienced teachers that will allow them to participate and enjoy a service of their own. To register, click here.
Congregation Tifereth Israel of Lower Bucks County
Yom Kippur Kol Nidre and Maariv
October 11 | 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 2909 Bristol Rd, Bensalem, PA 19020
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
Join Rabbi Jeff Schnitzer in-person or through livestream for a traditional Kol Nidre service, Maariv and an Israel Bonds appeal. To register, email ezeisler@tiferethisraelpa.org or call 215.752.3468.
Kehilat Hanahar
Kol Nidre Services
October 11 | 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 85 W Mechanic St, New Hope, PA 18938
Cost: Donations Strongly Suggested or Required
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Join Rabbi Janine Jankovitz in-person or through livestream for the holiest night of the year. Participants will enjoy a moving night filled with song, prayer and sermon to ready you for the Day of Atonement. To register, click here or email littleshul@kehilathanahar.org.
Kehillas Bnei Shalom
Kol Nidre Service
October 11 | 6:15 p.m. – 8:15 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 2446 Bristol Road, Bensalem, PA 19020
Cost: Free
Denomination: Orthodox
Join Rabbi Moishe Travitsky for a meaningful Kol Nidrei with a cantor, soul stirring melodies and inspirational words of Torah. To register, email Daniel at daniel@bensalemoutreach.org.
Lubavitch of Bucks County
Yom Kippur Eve – Kol Nidre
October 11 | 6:10 p.m. – 8:10 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 25 N State Street, Newtown, PA 18940
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Orthodox
The strength of the Jewish people is in our unity. When the entire community is assembled, when we stand together, and when we pray silently, we gather strength in each other. And G-d will stand with us as well. Join Rabbi Yudy, Miriam Shemtov, Rabbi Aryeh and Rosie Weinstein to commemorate Yom Kippur. There will also be a complete children’s program during the service. To register, click here.
Ohev Shalom of Bucks County
Kol Nidre Service
October 11 | 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 944 Second Street Pike, Richboro, PA 18954
Cost: Free
Denomination: Conservative
Join Rabbi Leora Kling Perkins and Cantor Annelise Ocanto-Romo for a meaningful Kol Nidre Erev Yom Kippur service. To register for the in-person service, call Barbara Glickman at 215.322.9595. To watch through the livestream, click here.
Temple Judea of Bucks County
Kol Nidre
October 11 | 7:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 38 Rogers Rd, Furlong, PA 18925
Cost: A $180 Donation is Strongly Suggested or Required
Denomination: Reform
Join Rabbi Andrew R. Sklarz, DD, MSW, MA for a Kol Nidre service. To register, email judea@templejudea.org.
Tiferes B’Nai Israel
Kol Nidre
October 11 | 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 2478 Street Road, Warrington PA, 18976
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Traditional. Services are adapted to attendees
Join Rabbi Seth Frisch and Cantorial Soloist Susan Dorfman in-person or through livestream for a Kol Nidre service. All are welcome to attend and participate in the services if they wish. Advanced registration is not required, all are welcome to attend.
Yom Kippur Morning: October 12 | Bucks county
Chabad Lubavitch of Yardley
Yom Kippur Day Service
October 12 | 10:15 a.m. – 1:15 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 1444 Yardley Newtown Road, Yardley, PA 19067
Cost: Free
Denomination: Orthodox
Services with Lubavitch of Yardley are designed to make everyone feel welcome and at home. The prayers, conducted with Hebrew and English prayer-books, are lively, engaging and inclusive – spiced with inspiring tunes and insightful explanations throughout – allowing all to absorb the experience at their own level. Children are provided with a special program run by experienced teachers that will allow them to participate and enjoy a service of their own. To register, click here.
Congregation Tifereth Israel of Lower Bucks County
Yom Kippur Morning Service
October 12 | 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 2909 Bristol Rd, Bensalem, PA 19020
Cost: Donations Strongly Suggested or Required
Denomination: Conservative
Join Rabbi Jeff Schnitzer in-person or through livestream for a traditional service starting at 9:00 a.m. or a Junior Congregation starting at 10:00 a.m. There will also be babysitting from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. To register, email ezeisler@tiferethisraelpa.org or call 215.752.3468.
Kehilat Hanahar
Yom Kippur Services
October 12 | 9:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 85 W Mechanic St, New Hope, PA 18938
Cost: Donations Strongly Suggested or Required
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Join Rabbi Janine Jankovitz in-person or through livestream for the holiest night of the year. Services will include Yizkor, prayer, sermon, and song. To register, click here or email littleshul@kehilathanahar.org.
Kehillas Bnei Shalom
Yom Kippur Morning Service
October 12 | 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 2446 Bristol Road, Bensalem, PA 19020
Cost: Free
Denomination: Orthodox
Join Rabbi Moishe Travitsky for a traditional Yom Kippur service with a cantor, soul stirring holiday melodies and an inspirational speech. Come for the whole service or join for parts throughout the day. There will also be a Yizkor service. To register, email Daniel Miller at daniel@bensalemoutreach.org or call 215.688.3928.
Lubavitch of Bucks County
Yom Kippur Day and Yizkor
October 12 | 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 25 N State Street, Newtown, PA 18940
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Orthodox
The strength of the Jewish people is in our unity. When the entire community is assembled, when we stand together, and when we pray silently, we gather strength in each other. And G-d will stand with us as well. Join Rabbi Yudy, Miriam Shemtov, Rabbi Aryeh and Rosie Weinstein to commemorate Yom Kippur. There will also be a complete children’s program during the service beginning at 11:00 a.m. To register, click here.
Temple Judea of Bucks County
Adult Service
October 12 | 11:15 a.m. – 1:15 a.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 38 Rogers Rd, Furlong, PA 18925
Cost: A $180 Donation is Strongly Suggested or Required
Denomination: Reform
Join Rabbi Andrew R. Sklarz, DD, MSW, MA to commemorate Yom Kippur. To register, email judea@templejudea.org.
Tiferes B’Nai Israel
Yom Kippur
October 12 | 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 2478 Street Road, Warrington PA, 18976
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Traditional. Services are adapted to attendees
Join Rabbi Seth Frisch and Cantorial Soloist Susan Dorfman to commemorate the Yom Kippur. All are welcome to attend and participate in the services if they wish. There will be a family and children’s service starting at 10:00 a.m. which is open to anyone. Advanced registration is not required, all are welcome to attend.
Yom Kippur Afternoon: October 12 | Bucks county
Bensalem Jewish Outreach Center
Yom Kippur Explanatory Service
October 12 | 2:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 2446 Bristol Road, Bensalem, PA 19020
Cost: Free
Denomination: Orthodox
Join Rabbi Daniel Miller at the Bensalem Jewish Outreach Center for a Yom Kippur explanatory service. This inspirational, user-friendly service will be conducted in English and will include a Yizkor service. A membership is not required. To register, contact Daniel Miller at daniel@bensalemoutreach.org or call 215-688-3928.
Congregation Tifereth Israel of Lower Bucks County
Yom Kippur Mincha, Neilah and Maariv Service
October 12 | 3:45 p.m. – 7:15 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 2909 Bristol Rd, Bensalem, PA 19020
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
Join in-person or through livestream for an interactive study session at 3:45 p.m., Mincha will follow with the traditional Torah reading and chanting of the book of Jonah. This will be followed by Neilah, Maariv, with the sound of the Shofar at approximately 7:08 p.m. To register, email ezeisler@tiferethisraelpa.org or call 215.752.3468.
Kehilat Hanahar
Yom Kippur Afternoon
October 12 | 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 85 W Mechanic St, New Hope, PA 18938
Cost: Donations Strongly Suggested or Required
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Join Rabbi Janine Jankovitz for a study session and meditation. This will precede the Mincha and Ma’ariv service at 5:15 p.m. and will be followed by Neilah at 7:00 p.m. Mincha and Ma’ariv will feature a reading of the Book of Jonah, song and prayers. To register, click here or email littleshul@kehilathanahar.org.
Kehillas Bnei Shalom
Yom Kippur Mincha and Neilah Service
October 12 | 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 2446 Bristol Road, Bensalem, PA 19020
Cost: Free
Denomination: Orthodox
Join Rabbi Moishe Travitsky for a traditional Yom Kippur Mincha and Neilah service with a cantor, soul stirring holiday melodies and an inspirational speech. Come for the whole service or join for parts throughout the day. To register, email Daniel Miller at daniel@bensalemoutreach.org or call 215.688.3928.
Temple Judea of Bucks County
Evening Service/Neilah followed by Break Fast
October 12 | 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 38 Rogers Rd, Furlong, PA 18925
Cost: A $180 Donation is Strongly Suggested or Required
Denomination: Reform
Join Rabbi Andrew R. Sklarz, DD, MSW, MA to commemorate Yom Kippur. To register, email judea@templejudea.org.
Yizkor | Bucks county
Chabad Lubavitch of Yardley
Yizkor Memorial Service
October 12 | 11:15 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 1444 Yardley Newtown Road, Yardley, PA 19067
Cost: Free
Denomination: Orthodox
Services with Lubavitch of Yardley are designed to make everyone feel welcome and at home. The prayers, conducted with Hebrew and English prayer-books, are lively, engaging and inclusive – spiced with inspiring tunes and insightful explanations throughout – allowing all to absorb the experience at their own level. Children are provided with a special program run by experienced teachers that will allow them to participate and enjoy a service of their own. To register, click here.
Congregation Beth El of Bucks County
Yizkor
October 12 | 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 375 Stony Hill Road, Yardley, Pennsylvania 19067
Cost: Free
Denomination: Conservative
Join Rabbi David Cantor and Cantor Howard (Hamid) Dardashti for a Yizkor service that is open to the community. Following Yizkor, there will be an Oneg service. To register, call 214.493.1707 x4.
Congregation Tifereth Israel of Lower Bucks County
Community Yizkor Service
October 12 | 1:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 2909 Bristol Rd, Bensalem, PA 19020
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
Join in-person or through livestream for a traditional Yizkor service with additional readings and a short message from Rabbi Jeff Schnitzer. To register, email ezeisler@tiferethisraelpa.org or call 215.752.3468.
Kehillas Bnei Shalom
Yizkor Service
October 12 | 1:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 2446 Bristol Road, Bensalem, PA 19020
Cost: Free
Denomination: Orthodox
Join for a warm and meaningful Yizkor prayer. To register and confirm approximate times, email Daniel Miller at daniel@bensalemoutreach.org.
Ohev Shalom of Bucks County
Community Yizkor
October 12 | 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 944 Second Street Pike, Richboro, PA 18954
Cost: Free
Denomination: Conservative
Join Rabbi Leora Kling Perkins and Cantor Annelise Ocanto-Romo in-person or through livestream for a meaningful and commemorative Yizkor service. Registration is not required. For questions, call Barbara Glickman at 215.322.9595.
Temple Judea of Bucks County
Yizkor
October 12 | 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 38 Rogers Rd, Furlong, PA 18925
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Reform
Join Rabbi Andrew R. Sklarz, DD, MSW, MA for a service to remember your loved ones. To register, email judea@templejudea.org.
Tiferes B’Nai Israel
Yizkor Services
October 12 | 10:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 2478 Street Road, Warrington PA, 18976
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Traditional. Services are adapted to attendees
Join Rabbi Seth Frisch and Cantorial Soloist Susan Dorfman in-person or through livestream for a Yizkor service. All are welcome to attend and participate in the services if they wish. Advanced registration is not required, all are welcome to attend.
Other | Bucks county
Chabad Lubavitch of Yardley
Yom Kippur Neilah Service
October 12 | 5:45 p.m. – 6:45 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 1444 Yardley Newtown Road, Yardley, PA 19067
Cost: Free
Denomination: Orthodox
Services with Lubavitch of Yardley are designed to make everyone feel welcome and at home. The prayers, conducted with Hebrew and English prayer-books, are lively, engaging and inclusive – spiced with inspiring tunes and insightful explanations throughout – allowing all to absorb the experience at their own level. Children are provided with a special program run by experienced teachers that will allow them to participate and enjoy a service of their own. To register, click here.
Chabad Lubavitch of Yardley
Shofar Express
October 3 | 5:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 1444 Yardley Newtown Road, Yardley, PA 19067
Cost: Free
Denomination: Orthodox
Join for a fun shofar blowing event for families with kids. To register, click here.
Congregation Beth El of Bucks County
Children Service and Challah Baking
October 4 | 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 375 Stony Hill Road, Yardley, Pennsylvania 19067
Cost: Free
Denomination: Conservative
Participants will enjoy challah baking and a children’s service. To register, call 214.493.1707 x4.
Congregation Tifereth Israel of Lower Bucks County
Rosh Hashanah Mincha and Maariv
October 3 | 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 2909 Bristol Rd, Bensalem, PA 19020
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
Join Rabbi Jeff Schnitzer in-person or through livestream for traditional Mincha and Maariv Services for Rosh Hashanah. To register, email ezeisler@tiferethisraelpa.org or call 215.752.3468.
Kehilat Hanahar
Rosh Hashanah Family Service
October 3 | 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 85 W Mechanic St, New Hope, PA 18938
Cost: Free
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Join Rabbi Janine Jankovitz in-person with members of the Shul School staff in a child-friendly family service with songs and activities for school-aged children. To register, click here or email littleshul@kehilathanahar.org.
Kehilat Hanahar
Yom Kippur Family Service
October 12 | 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 85 W Mechanic St, New Hope, PA 18938
Cost: Free
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Join Rabbi Janine Jankovitz in-person with members of the Shul School staff in a child-friendly family service with songs and activities for school-aged children. To register, click here or email littleshul@kehilathanahar.org.
Lubavitch of Bucks County
Yom Kippur Final Neilah Service
October 12 | 5:50 p.m. – 8:05 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 25 N State Street, Newtown, PA 18940
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Orthodox
The strength of the Jewish people is in our unity. When the entire community is assembled, when we stand together, and when we pray silently, we gather strength in each other. And G-d will stand with us as well. Join Rabbi Yudy, Miriam Shemtov, Rabbi Aryeh and Rosie Weinstein to commemorate Yom Kippur. To register, click here.
Temple Judea of Bucks County
Young Family Service
October 3 | 9:00 a.m. – 9:45 a.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 38 Rogers Rd, Furlong, PA 18925
Cost: A $180 Donation is Strongly Suggested or Required
Denomination: Reform
Join Song Leader Dan Kahn for an interactive service geared towards children ages 6 and younger. To register, email judea@templejudea.org.
Temple Judea of Bucks County
Family Service
October 3 | 9:45 a.m. – 11:15 a.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 38 Rogers Rd, Furlong, PA 18925
Cost: A $180 Donation is Strongly Suggested or Required
Denomination: Reform
Join for a family service for school aged children. To register, email judea@templejudea.org.
Temple Judea of Bucks County
Very Young Family Service
October 12 | 9:00 a.m. – 9:45 a.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 38 Rogers Rd, Furlong, PA 18925
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Reform
Join Song Leader Dan Kahn for an interactive service geared towards children ages 6 and younger. To register, email judea@templejudea.org.
Temple Judea of Bucks County
Family Service
October 12 | 9:45 a.m. – 11:15 a.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 38 Rogers Rd, Furlong, PA 18925
Cost: A $180 Donation is Strongly Suggested or Required
Denomination: Reform
Join for a family service for school aged children. To register, email judea@templejudea.org.
Temple Judea of Bucks County
Study and Discussion
October 12 | 2:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 38 Rogers Rd, Furlong, PA 18925
Cost: A $180 Donation is Strongly Suggested or Required
Denomination: Reform
Join Rabbi Andrew R. Sklarz, DD, MSW, MA for a discussion on different High Holiday themed topics. To register, email judea@templejudea.org.
Buxmont
Erev Rosh Hashanah: October 2 | Buxmont
Congregation Or Ami
Rosh HaShanah Family Service
October 2 | 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 708 Ridge Pike, Lafayette Hill, Pennsylvania 19444
Cost: A Donation of $150 for One Service or $250 for All Services is Strongly Suggested or Required
Denomination: Reform
Join Rabbi Glenn Ettman and Cantor Jordan Franzel in-person or through Facebook livestream for an Erev Rosh Hashanah Family Service. All are welcome to attend. To register, click here or call Scott Allen at 610.828.9066.
Or Hadash: A Reconstructionist Congregation
Rosh HaShanah Seder & Community Dinner
October 2 | 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 190 Camp Hill Road Fort Washington PA 19034
Cost: A Donation of $18 is Strongly Suggested or Required
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Join Rabbi Alanna Sklover for a beloved tradition to welcome Rosh Hashanah with a ritual meal, exploring holiday foods and themes. This program is intergenerational and inclusive of all! To register, click here or email office@orhadash.com.
Temple Sinai
First Evening Rosh Hashanah Maariv Service
October 2 | 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 1401 N. Limekiln Pike, Dresher, Pennsylvania 19025
Cost: Free
Denomination: Conservative
Temple Sinai welcomes the community to usher in Rosh Hashanah with an inspirational service outdoors in our spacious tent. Be uplifted by the traditional holiday melodies led by Cantor Sharon Brown-Levy and Cantor Saralee Shrell Fox and meaningful thoughts, meditations and teaching by Rabbi Adam Wohlberg. To register, contact Edy Israel, by emailing eisrael@tsinai.com or call 215-643-6510 ext. 103.
Rosh Hashanah Day 1: October 3 | Buxmont
Beiteinu Synagogue
Rosh Hashanah
October 3 | 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: The Union League Liberty Hill- Lafayette Hill, PA
Cost: Donations Strongly Suggested
Denomination: All are welcome
Join Rabbi Cove for a meaningful service, blessed with the beautiful sounds of Cantor Renee Drezner. Services will include traditional melodies, stories, readings and meditations. To register, click here.
Chabad of Montgomery County
Rosh Hashanah Services
October 3 | 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 1311 Fort Washington Ave, Fort Washington, PA 19034
Cost: Free
Denomination: Chabad
Join Rabbi Shaya Deitsch and Cantor Shaya Schwartz to commemorate Rosh Hashanah. To register, click here.
Congregation Or Ami
Rosh Hashanah Morning Service
October 3 | 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 708 Ridge Pike, Lafayette Hill, Pennsylvania 19444
Cost: A Donation of $150 for One Service or $250 for All Services is Strongly Suggested or Required
Denomination: Reform
Join Rabbi Glenn Ettman and Cantor Jordan Franzel in-person or through Facebook livestream for a service for families, couples, children and singles to commemorate the first day of Rosh Hashanah. To register, click here or call Scott Allen at 610.828.9066.
Or Hadash: A Reconstructionist Congregation
Rosh Hashanah Day One
October 3 | 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 190 Camp Hill Road Fort Washington PA 19034
Cost: A Donation of $150 is Appreciated
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Join Rabbi Alanna Sklover in-person or through livestream for a warm, musical and inclusive service. To register, click here or email office@orhadash.com.
Rosh Hashanah Day 2: October 4 | Buxmont
Chabad of Montgomery County
Rosh Hashanah Services
October 4 | 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 1311 Fort Washington Ave, Fort Washington, PA 19034
Cost: Free
Denomination: Chabad
Join Rabbi Shaya Deitsch and Cantor Shaya Schwartz to commemorate Rosh Hashanah. To register, click here.
Darchei Noam
Rosh Hashanah Day Two
October 4 | 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 211 W. Butler Ave. Ambler, PA 19002
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Non-Denominational
Join Rabbi Danielle Parmenter, Hazzan Arlyne Unger and Rebecca Schwartz for a unique second day of Rosh Hashanah. This is a creative and inspiring experience designed to bring new spiritual insights to celebrate the second day of the new year together. This service is designed for adults, but children are invited to join. To register, email info@darcheipa.org with your name, email, phone number, which service you would like to attend and donation amount.
Or Hadash: A Reconstructionist Congregation
Rosh Hashanah Day Two
October 4 | 10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 190 Camp Hill Road Fort Washington PA 19034
Cost: A Donation of $150 is Appreciated
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Join Rabbi Alanna Sklover in-person or through livestream for a warm, musical and inclusive service. To register, click here or email office@orhadash.com.
Taschlich | Buxmont
Darchei Noam
Tashlich
October 3 | 4:30 p.m. – 5:15 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 211 W. Butler Ave. Ambler, PA 19002
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Non-Denominational
Join Rabbi Danielle Parmenter and Hazzan Arlyne Unger for a short 1/4 mile walk to Wissahickon Creek. Please be aware that the terrain may be challenging for those with walking difficulties. All ages are welcome. To register, email info@darcheipa.org and provide your name, email, phone number, which service you would like to attend and donation amount.
Kol Nidre | Buxmont
Beiteinu Synagogue
Kol Nidre
October 11 | 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: The Union League Liberty Hill- Lafayette Hill, PA
Cost: Donations Strongly Suggested
Denomination: All are welcome
Join Rabbi Cove for a special and moving service featuring a stirring instrumental rendition and soloist, Renee Drezner for the Kol Nidre prayer. To register, click here.
Chabad of Montgomery County
Kol Nidre
October 11 | 6:15 p.m. – 7:15 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 1311 Fort Washington Ave, Fort Washington, PA 19034
Cost: Free
Denomination: Chabad
Join Rabbi Shaya Deitsch and Cantor Shaya Schwartz to commemorate Rosh Hashanah. To register, click here.
Congregation Or Ami
Erev Yom Kippur Kol Nidre Service
October 11 | 7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 708 Ridge Pike, Lafayette Hill, Pennsylvania 19444
Cost: A Donation of $150 for One Service or $250 for All Services is Strongly Suggested or Required
Denomination: Reform
Join Rabbi Glenn Ettman and Cantor Jordan Franzel in-person or through Facebook livestream for an Erev Yom Kippur Kol Nidre Service for families, couples, children and singles. To register, click here or call Scott Allen at 610.828.9066.
Or Hadash: A Reconstructionist Congregation
Kol Nidre Service
October 11 | 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 190 Camp Hill Road Fort Washington PA 19034
Cost: A Donation of $150 is Appreciated
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Join Rabbi Alanna Sklover in-person or through livestream for a warm, musical and inclusive service. To register, click here or email office@orhadash.com.
Yom Kippur Morning: October 12 | Buxmont
Beiteinu Synagogue
Yom Kippur
October 12 | 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: The Union League Liberty Hill- Lafayette Hill, PA
Cost: Donations Strongly Suggested
Denomination: All are welcome
Join Rabbi Cove and Cantor Renee Drezner for a special way to reflect and renew for years to come. To register, click here.
Chabad of Montgomery County
Yom Kippur Services
October 12 | 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 1311 Fort Washington Ave, Fort Washington, PA 19034
Cost: Free
Denomination: Chabad
Join Rabbi Shaya Deitsch and Cantor Shaya Schwartz to commemorate Rosh Hashanah. To register, click here.
Congregation Or Ami
Yom Kippur Morning
October 12 | 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 708 Ridge Pike, Lafayette Hill, Pennsylvania 19444
Cost: A Donation of $150 for One Service or $250 for All Services is Strongly Suggested or Required
Denomination: Reform
Join Rabbi Glenn Ettman and Cantor Jordan Franzel in-person or through Facebook livestream for a Yom Kippur morning service for families, couples, children and singles. To register, click here or call Scott Allen at 610.828.9066.
Or Hadash: A Reconstructionist Congregation
Yom Kippur Morning Service
October 12 | 9:30 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 190 Camp Hill Road Fort Washington PA 19034
Cost: A Donation of $150 is Appreciated
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Join Rabbi Alanna Sklover in-person or through livestream for a warm, musical and inclusive service. To register, click here or email office@orhadash.com.
Yom Kippur Afternoon: October 12 | Buxmont
Darchei Noam
Neilah, Ma’ariv and Havdalah
October 12 | 6:15 p.m. – 7:15 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 211 W. Butler Ave. Ambler, PA 19002
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Non-Denominational
Join Rabbi Danielle Parmenter and Hazzan Arlyne Unger for a meaningful conclusion to Yom Kippur with Neilah, Ma’ariv and Havdalah services. Come together as a community to reflect, pray and celebrate the end of this sacred day. To register, email info@darcheipa.org and provide your name, email, phone number, which service you would like to attend and donation amount.
Or Hadash: A Reconstructionist Congregation
Yom Kippur Meditation
October 12 | 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 190 Camp Hill Road Fort Washington PA 19034
Cost: Free
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Join Rabbi Alanna Sklover for an opportunity to reflect on the themes of Yom Kippur and the High Holidays. To register, click here or email office@orhadash.com.
Temple Sinai
Yom Kippur Martyrology and Ne’ilah
October 12 | 4:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 1401 N. Limekiln Pike, Dresher, Pennsylvania 19025
Cost: Free
Denomination: Conservative
As part of the martyrology service, hear moving remarks from Cantor Saralee Shrell-Fox about the experience of living in Israel since the tragic events of Oct. 7. Remain afterwards for the conclusion of Yom Kippur and the final blast of the Shofar, including Temple Sinai’s annual Havdalah light parade of our youth. To register, contact Edy Israel, by emailing eisrael@tsinai.com or calling 215-643-6510 ext. 103.
Yizkor | Buxmont
Beiteinu Synagogue
Yizkor
October 12 | 12:15 p.m. – 12:45 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: The Union League Liberty Hill- Lafayette Hill, PA
Cost: Donations Strongly Suggested
Denomination: All are welcome
Following Yom Kippur services, join for a meaningful service to honor the relationships with those we have loved and lost to death. Following Yizkor, there will be a Petzkor service for those who wish to reflect on the joy and loss of one’s pets. To register, click here.
Congregation Beth Or
Afternoon Neilah & Yizko
October 12 | 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
In-Program
Address: 239 Welsh Road, Ambler, Pennsylvania 19002
Cost: Free
Denomination: Reform
Join Rabbi Jason Bonder, Rabbi Melissa Lefkowitz and Cantor Jaime Murley in the Gitlin Sanctuary for a service dedicated to remembering our loved ones who are no longer with us. The service will lead into the concluding Yom Kippur Neilah service. To register, email Phil Nordinger at pnordlinger@bethor.org.
Or Hadash: A Reconstructionist Congregation
Yizkor, Minhah & Ne’ilah, Havdalah Service with Break-The-Fast
October 12 | 5:20 p.m. – 6:50 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 190 Camp Hill Road Fort Washington PA 19034
Cost: Free
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Join Rabbi Alanna Sklover to end the Yom Kippur observance together as a community. To register, click here or email office@orhadash.com.
Other | Buxmont
Or Hadash: A Reconstructionist Congregation
Young Children’s Rosh Hashanah Experience
October 3 | 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 190 Camp Hill Road Fort Washington PA 19034
Cost: Free
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Join Rabbi Erin Hirsh & Mackenzie Learn for an opportunity for parents and very young children (babies – preschool) to learn about and celebrate Rosh Hashanah. To register, click here or email office@orhadash.com.
Or Hadash: A Reconstructionist Congregation
Service for Children and Their Grown-Ups
October 3 | 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 190 Camp Hill Road Fort Washington PA 19034
Cost: Free
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Join Rabbi Erin Hirsh for an interactive, musical, creative Rosh Hashanah service experience for families. This service is geared for children ages preschool-6th grade. To register, click here or email office@orhadash.com.
Or Hadash: A Reconstructionist Congregation
Children’s Activity Stations
October 3 | 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 190 Camp Hill Road Fort Washington PA 19034
Cost: Free
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Children of all ages will enjoy a wide range of High Holiday-related activities. There will be social action activities, reflection sticks, new year’s cards, games, origami, jokes, fortunetellers, crossword puzzles, word searches, logic puzzles, gematria fun, Hebrew reinforcement activities, coloring pages, color-by-numbers, Jewish Apples to Apples, books, and so much more! To register, click here or email office@orhadash.com.
Or Hadash: A Reconstructionist Congregation
Young Children’s Yom Kippur Experience
October 12 | 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 190 Camp Hill Road Fort Washington PA 19034
Cost: Free
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Join Rabbi Erin Hirsh & Mackenzie Learn for an opportunity for parents and very young children (babies – preschool) to learn about and celebrate Yom Kippur. To register, click here or email office@orhadash.com.
Or Hadash: A Reconstructionist Congregation
Service for Children and Their Grown-Ups
October 12 | 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 190 Camp Hill Road Fort Washington PA 19034
Cost: Free
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Join Rabbi Erin Hirsh for an interactive, musical, creative Yom Kippur service experience for families. This service is geared for children ages preschool-6th grade. To register, click here or email office@orhadash.com.
Or Hadash: A Reconstructionist Congregation
Children’s Yom Kippur Activity Stations
October 12 | 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 190 Camp Hill Road Fort Washington PA 19034
Cost: Free
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Children of all ages will enjoy a wide range of High Holiday-related activities. There will be social social action activities, reflection sticks, new year’s cards, games, origami, jokes, fortunetellers, crossword puzzles, word searches, logic puzzles, gematria fun, Hebrew reinforcement activities, coloring pages, color-by-numbers, Jewish Apples to Apples, books, and so much more! To register, click here or email office@orhadash.com.
Or Hadash: A Reconstructionist Congregation
Yom Kippur Healing Service
October 12 | 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 190 Camp Hill Road Fort Washington PA 19034
Cost: Free
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Join Rabbi Alanna Sklover for a healing service for physical or emotional healing for yourself or someone you care about OR if you just enjoy the warmth and support of our community. Participants will share inspirational and comforting readings and songs. To register, click here or email office@orhadash.com.
Or Hadash: A Reconstructionist Congregation
Adult Learning Sessions
October 12 | 3:15 p.m. – 5:15 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 190 Camp Hill Road Fort Washington PA 19034
Cost: Free
Denomination: Reconstructionist
The Adult Study Havurah will discuss Crypto-Jews: Then and Now, Israeli: A Story of Courage & Resilience, and the Influence of Jewish Women in American History. To register, click here or email office@orhadash.com.
Temple Sinai
Rosh Hashanah Day One Family Service
October 3 | 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 1401 N. Limekiln Pike, Dresher, Pennsylvania 19025
Cost: Free
Denomination: Conservative
Join Cantor Sharon Brown-Levy in the tent located in the back parking lot for an upbeat, song-filled engaging prayer experience targeted to families with children up to 6 grade. This family service is open to the public. Tashlich will take place on the Temple Sinai Trail Bridge at the conclusion of the family service. To register, contact Miriam Jacobson by emailing miriam@tsinai.com or calling 215-643-6510 ext. 112.
Temple Sinai
Rosh Hashanah Day Two Family Service
October 4 | 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 1401 N. Limekiln Pike, Dresher, Pennsylvania 19025
Cost: Free
Denomination: Conservative
Join Cantor Sharon Brown-Levy in the tent located in the back parking lot for an upbeat, song-filled engaging prayer experience targeted to families with children up to 6 grade. To register, contact Miriam Jacobson by emailing miriam@tsinai.com or calling 215-643-6510 ext. 112.
Temple Sinai
Yom Kippur Family Service
October 12 | 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 1401 N. Limekiln Pike, Dresher, Pennsylvania 19025
Cost: Free
Denomination: Conservative
Join Cantor Sharon Brown-Levy in the tent located in the back parking lot for an upbeat, song-filled engaging prayer experience targeted to families with children up to 6th grade. This family-friendly service is open to the public. To register, contact Miriam Jacobson by emailing miriam@tsinai.com or calling 215-643-6510 ext. 112.
Chester County
Erev Rosh Hashanah: October 2 | Chester County
Beth Chaim Reform Congregation
Rosh Hashanah Under the Star
October 2 | 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 389 Conestoga Road, Malvern, PA 19355
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Reform
Come early and bring your own picnic dinner and lawn chairs. Kick off the High Holiday season and build community through this special outdoor service offering for all ages. The theme for this year is Legacy! To register, click here.
Beth Israel Congregation of Chester County
Erev Rosh Hashanah
October 2 | 8:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 385 Pottstown Pike, Uwchland, PA 19480
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative/Reconstructionist
Join Rabbi Jon Cutler for a traditional Erev Rosh Hashanah service with a choir welcoming all ages. A festive oneg will follow the service. To register, email BICCacct@gmail.com or call 610.458.8550.
Chabad Lubavitch of Chester County
Community Rosh Hashanah Dinner
October 2 | 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 946 N Valley Forge Road, Devon, PA 19333
Cost: A $40 Per Adult and $20 Per Child Donations is Strongly Suggested or Required
Denomination: Orthodox
Join Rabbi Yossi Kaplan in celebrating the New Year with a wonderful evening full of inspiration, traditions and delicious food. To register, click here.
Congregation B’nai Jacob
Erev Rosh Hashanah
October 2 | 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 101 Manavon Street, Phoenixville, PA 19460
Cost: A $200 Donation is Suggested or Required
Denomination: Conservative
Join Rabbi Jeff Sultar and Cantor Marc Newman in-person or through livestream to commemorate Erev Rosh Hashanah. To register, click here, email admin@congbj.org or call 610.933.5550.
Congregation Or Shalom
Erev Rosh Hashanah
October 2 | 8:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 835 Darby Paoli Road, Berwyn, Pennsylvania 19312
Cost: A Donation of $50 Per Person Per Service is Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
Join for High Holiday services led by spiritual leader Cantor Stephen Freedman, who recently joined Or Shalom. He will be assisted by Cantor Sam Romirowsky, who chants beautifully and provides a meaningful atmosphere for prayer and introspection. All are welcome to attend. To register, call Lauren Porter at 610.644.9086.
Temple Brith Achim
Rosh Hashanah Evening Services
October 2 | 7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 481 S. Gulph Rd, King of Prussia, PA
Cost: A $225 Donation is Strongly Suggested or Required
Denomination: Reform
Join Rabbi Chana Leslie Glazer for Rosh Hashanah evening services. To register, email Cindy Proust at cpoust@brithachim.org or 610.337.2222 ext 3.
Rosh Hashanah Day 1: October 3 | Chester County
Beth Chaim Reform Congregation
Rosh Hashanah Community Service
October 3 | 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 389 Conestoga Road, Malvern, PA 19355
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Reform
You Belong at Beth Chaim. COVID-19 prevented us from being together, but now, we can reunite and increase our connections in the community. This service will be followed by a community Tashlich Ritual and Oneg. This hybrid service is open to all ages but is geared toward adults. To register, click here.
Beth Israel Congregation of Chester County
Rosh Hashanah
October 3 | 9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 385 Pottstown Pike, Uwchland, PA 19480
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative/Reconstructionist
Join Rabbi Jon Cutler for a Rosh Hashanah service with a choir, traditional prayer, a sermon and shofar blowing. There will be a young children’s program for preschool – 2nd grade and a Junior Congregation for 3rd – 6th grade from 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. A Kiddush luncheon will follow the service. To register, email BICCacct@gmail.com or call 610.458.8550.
Chabad Lubavitch of Chester County
Rosh Hashanah Services
October 3 | 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 946 N Valley Forge Road, Devon, PA 19333
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Orthodox
Join Rabbi Yossi Kaplan for an uplifting High Holiday service. There will also be a special children’s program. To register, click here.
Congregation B’nai Jacob
Rosh Hashanah Day One
October 3 | 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 101 Manavon Street, Phoenixville, PA 19460
Cost: A $200 Donation is Suggested or Required
Denomination: Conservative
Join Rabbi Jeff Sultar and Cantor Marc Newman in-person or through livestream to commemorate Rosh Hashanah. There will be a children’s service beginning at 10:00 a.m. To register, click here, email admin@congbj.org or call 610.933.5550.
Congregation Or Shalom
Rosh Hashanah Day 1 Morning
October 3 | 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 835 Darby Paoli Road, Berwyn, Pennsylvania 19312
Cost: A Donation of $50 Per Person Per Service is Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
Join for High Holiday services led by spiritual leader Cantor Stephen Freedman, who recently joined Or Shalom. He will be assisted by Cantor Sam Romirowsky, who chants beautifully and provides a meaningful atmosphere for prayer and introspection. All are welcome to attend. To register, call Lauren Porter at 610.644.9086.
Kesher Israel Congregation
Rosh Hashanah Day One Service
In-Person Program
October 3 | 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Address: 1000 Pottstown Pike, West Chester, Pennsylvania 19380
Cost: A $150 Donation is Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
Join Kesher Israel Congregation to commemorate Rosh Hashanah. The main service will be held in the sanctuary. There will also be a children’s service at 11:00 a.m. and a toddler service at 10:00 a.m. To register, click here.
Temple Brith Achim
Rosh Hashanah Morning Services
October 3 | 10:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 481 S. Gulph Rd, King of Prussia, PA
Cost: A $225 Donation is Strongly Suggested or Required
Denomination: Reform
Join Rabbi Chana Leslie Glazer for Rosh Hashanah morning services with Torah, shofar and a sermon. To register, email Cindy Proust at cpoust@brithachim.org or 610.337.2222 ext 3.
Rosh Hashanah Day 2: October 4 | Chester County
Chabad Lubavitch of Chester County
Rosh Hashanah Services
October 4 | 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 946 N Valley Forge Road, Devon, PA 19333
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Orthodox
Join Rabbi Yossi Kaplan for an uplifting High Holiday service. There will also be a special children’s program. To register, click here.
Congregation B’nai Jacob
Rosh Hashanah Day Two
October 4 | 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 101 Manavon Street, Phoenixville, PA 19460
Cost: A $200 Donation is Suggested or Required
Denomination: Conservative
Join Rabbi Jeff Sultar and Cantor Marc Newman in-person or through livestream to commemorate the second day of Rosh Hashanah. To register, click here, email admin@congbj.org or call 610.933.5550.
Congregation Or Shalom
Rosh Hashanah Day 2 Morning
October 4 | 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 835 Darby Paoli Road, Berwyn, Pennsylvania 19312
Cost: A Donation of $50 Per Person Per Service is Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
Join for High Holiday services led by spiritual leader Cantor Stephen Freedman, who recently joined Or Shalom. He will be assisted by Cantor Sam Romirowsky, who chants beautifully and provides a meaningful atmosphere for prayer and introspection. All are welcome to attend. To register, call Lauren Porter at 610.644.9086.
Taschlich | Chester County
Congregation B’nai Jacob
Tashlich
October 3 | 4:00 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: Baker Park – Phoenixville Area YMCA 400 E Pothouse Rd, Phoenixville, PA 19460
Cost: Free
Denomination: Conservative
Join Congregation B’nai Jacob by the creek at the Phoenixville YMCA for a Tashlich service. To register, click here, email admin@congbj.org or call 610.933.5550.
Congregation Or Shalom
Tashlich
October 3 | 1:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: Wilson Farm Park, Chesterbrook PA
Cost: Free
Denomination: Conservative
Join Cantor Stephen Freedman for a Tashlich service held at the lake in Wilson Farm Park. This service is rain or shine. To register, call Lauren Porter at 610.644.9086.
Kol Nidre | Chester County
Beth Chaim Reform Congregation
Kol Nidre
October 11 | 8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 389 Conestoga Road, Malvern, PA 19355
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Reform
Join in-person or through livestream to hear the stirring melody of Kol Nidre. This service is open to those of all ages although it is geared towards adults in our community. To register, click here.
Beth Israel Congregation of Chester County
Kol Nidre Service
October 11 | 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 385 Pottstown Pike, Uwchland, PA 19480
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative/Reconstructionist
Join Rabbi Jon Cutler for a solemn service which will begin with a procession of the torahs and followed by the chanting of the Kol Nidre prayer surrounded by the Torah. The service continues with traditional prayers and sermon. To register, email BICCacct@gmail.com or call 610.458.8550.
Chabad Lubavitch of Chester County
Yom Kippur Kol Nidre Service
October 11 | 6:15 p.m. – 7:45 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 301 W Dekalb Pike, King of Prussia, PA 19406
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Orthodox
Join Rabbi Yossi Kaplan for an uplifting High Holiday service. There will also be a special children’s program. To register, click here.
Congregation B’nai Jacob
Erev Yom Kippur and Kol Nidre
October 11 | 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 101 Manavon Street, Phoenixville, PA 19460
Cost: A $200 Donation is Suggested or Required
Denomination: Conservative
Join Rabbi Jeff Sultar and Cantor Marc Newman in-person or through livestream for a Kol Nidre service. To register, click here, email admin@congbj.org or call 610.933.5550.
Congregation Or Shalom
Kol Nidre
October 11 | 6:15 p.m. – 7:45 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 835 Darby Paoli Road, Berwyn, Pennsylvania 19312
Cost: A Donation of $50 Per Person Per Service is Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
Join for High Holiday services led by spiritual leader Cantor Stephen Freedman, who recently joined Or Shalom. He will be assisted by Cantor Sam Romirowsky, who chants beautifully and provides a meaningful atmosphere for prayer and introspection. All are welcome to attend. To register, call Lauren Porter at 610.644.9086.
Temple Brith Achim
Kol Nidre
October 11 | 7:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 481 S. Gulph Rd, King of Prussia, PA
Cost: A $225 Donation is Strongly Suggested or Required
Denomination: Reform
Join Rabbi Chana Leslie Glazer for Kol Nidre services. To register, email Cindy Proust at cpoust@brithachim.org or 610.337.2222 ext 3.
Yom Kippur Morning: October 12 | Chester County
Beth Chaim Reform Congregation
Community Yom Kippur Service
October 12 | 10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 389 Conestoga Road, Malvern, PA 19355
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Reform
This service includes a Yom Kippur morning Torah service and will be hosted in the sanctuary and on Zoom. This service is open to all ages but will be geared towards adults. To register, click here.
Beth Israel Congregation of Chester County
Yom Kippur Services
October 12 | 9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 385 Pottstown Pike, Uwchland, PA 19480
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative/Reconstructionist
Join Rabbi Jon Cutler for Yom Kippur services which will include traditional prayers and songs with the choir beginning with Shacharit and ending with Neilah. The morning service offers a Young Children’s Program for preschool – 2 grade and a Junior Congregation for 3-6 grade at 10:30 a.m. After a midday break, reconvene for a study and discussion session followed by Mincha and Neilah ending with the sounding of the shofar and a break-the-fast. To register, email BICCacct@gmail.com or call 610.458.8550.
Chabad Lubavitch of Chester County
Yom Kippur Morning Services
October 12 | 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 301 W Dekalb Pike, King of Prussia, PA 19406
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Orthodox
Join Rabbi Yossi Kaplan for an uplifting High Holiday service. There will also be a special children’s program. To register, click here.
Congregation B’nai Jacob
Yom Kippur Morning
October 12 | 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 101 Manavon Street, Phoenixville, PA 19460
Cost: A $200 Donation is Suggested or Required
Denomination: Conservative
Join Rabbi Jeff Sultar and Cantor Marc Newman in-person or through livestream to commemorate Yom Kippur. There will be a children’s service beginning at 10:00 a.m. To register, click here, email admin@congbj.org or call 610.933.5550.
Congregation Or Shalom
Yom Kippur Morning with Yizkor
October 12 | 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 835 Darby Paoli Road, Berwyn, Pennsylvania 19312
Cost: A Donation of $50 Per Person Per Service is Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
Join for High Holiday services led by spiritual leader Cantor Stephen Freedman, who recently joined Or Shalom. He will be assisted by Cantor Sam Romirowsky, who chants beautifully and provides a meaningful atmosphere for prayer and introspection. All are welcome to attend. To register, call Lauren Porter at 610.644.9086.
Kesher Israel Congregation
Yom Kippur Service
October 12 | 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 1000 Pottstown Pike, West Chester, Pennsylvania 19380
Cost: A $150 Donation is Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
Join Kesher Israel Congregation to commemorate Yom Kippur. The main service will be held in the sanctuary. There will also be a children’s service at 11:00 a.m. and a toddler service at 10:00 a.m. To register, click here.
Temple Brith Achim
Yom Kippur Morning Service
October 12 | 10:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 481 S. Gulph Rd, King of Prussia, PA
Cost: A $225 Donation is Strongly Suggested or Required
Denomination: Reform
Join Rabbi Chana Leslie Glazer to commemorate Yom Kippur with a Torah service and sermon. To register, email Cindy Proust at cpoust@brithachim.org or 610.337.2222 ext 3.
Yom Kippur Afternoon: October 12 | Chester County
Beth Chaim Reform Congregation
Reading of the Book of Jonah
October 12 | 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 389 Conestoga Road, Malvern, PA 19355
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Reform
Join Rabbi Michelle Pearlman for a meaningful reading and discussion of what may have been the original fish story. The spotlight will be on Beth Chaim readers and the themes of social responsibility and transformation that are prevalent in this classic Yom Kippur Haftarah text. To register, click here.
Congregation B’nai Jacob
Yom Kippur Afternoon
October 12 | 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 101 Manavon Street, Phoenixville, PA 19460
Cost: A $200 Donation is Suggested or Required
Denomination: Conservative
Join Rabbi Jeff Sultar and Cantor Marc Newman in-person or through livestream to commemorate Yom Kippur. The Mincha service will begin at approximately 4:00 p.m. and the Ne’ilah service will begin at approximately 5:30 p.m. To register, click here, email admin@congbj.org or call 610.933.5550.
Chabad Lubavitch of Chester County
Neilah Services
October 12 | 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 301 W Dekalb Pike, King of Prussia, PA 19406
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Orthodox
Join Rabbi Yossi Kaplan for an uplifting High Holiday service. There will also be a special children’s program. To register, click here.
Congregation Or Shalom
Yom Kippur Afternoon and Neilah
October 12 | 4:45 p.m. – 7:45 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 835 Darby Paoli Road, Berwyn, Pennsylvania 19312
Cost: A Donation of $50 Per Person Per Service is Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
Join for High Holiday services led by spiritual leader Cantor Stephen Freedman, who recently joined Or Shalom. He will be assisted by Cantor Sam Romirowsky, who chants beautifully and provides a meaningful atmosphere for prayer and introspection. All are welcome to attend. To register, call Lauren Porter at 610.644.9086.
Yizkor | Chester County
Beth Chaim Reform Congregation
Yizkor
October 12 | 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Virtual Program
Address: 389 Conestoga Road, Malvern, PA 19355
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Reform
Our community stands united with those who are grieving. Join to light a candle to remember those who have passed. The service will include psalms and prayers as well as a special Yizkor presentation honoring the loved ones of members of the community. Yizkor will be followed by Neilah, the service marking the symbolic closing of the Gates of Repentance. The service will include a closing blast of the shofar, followed by Havdalah and Break the Fast meal. These services are geared towards adults although it is powerful for children to be present at the end of Neilah for Havdalah. To register, click here.
Temple Brith Achim
Yizkor
October 12 | 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 481 S. Gulph Rd, King of Prussia, PA
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Reform
Join Rabbi Chana Leslie Glazer for a Yizkor service. To register, email Cindy Proust at cpoust@brithachim.org or 610.337.2222 ext 3.
Other | Chester County
Beth Chaim Reform Congregation
Rosh Hashanah Family Service
October 3 | 12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 389 Conestoga Road, Malvern, PA 19355
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Reform
Join for a family Tashlich Ritual and Oneg prior to a service in the Sanctuary. Rabbi Pearlman and Denise Moser will host the family experience which features prayers and songs on High Holiday themes and stories. Participants will also enjoy the sound of the shofar and a High Holiday family art project. This service is for school-aged children in our community. Registration is required for this service. To register, click here.
Beth Chaim Reform Congregation
Rosh Hashanah Tot Story Walk
October 3 | 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 389 Conestoga Road, Malvern, PA 19355
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Reform
Join Rabbi Michelle Pearlman for a fun Rosh Hashanah-themed story walk geared towards families with children ages 5 and under. Pre-registration is required. To register, click here.
Congregation Or Shalom
Mincha/Maariv
October 3 | 6:15 p.m. – 7:15 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 835 Darby Paoli Road, Berwyn, Pennsylvania 19312
Cost: A Donation of $50 Per Person Per Service is Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
Join for High Holiday services led by spiritual leader Cantor Stephen Freedman, who recently joined Or Shalom. He will be assisted by Cantor Sam Romirowsky, who chants beautifully and provides a meaningful atmosphere for prayer and introspection. All are welcome to attend. To register, call Lauren Porter at 610.644.9086.
Temple Brith Achim
Rosh Hashanah Children’s Services
October 3 | 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 481 S. Gulph Rd, King of Prussia, PA
Cost: Free
Denomination: Reform
Join Rabbi Chana Leslie Glazer for a children’s service geared towards 2nd grade students and younger. To register, email Cindy Proust at cpoust@brithachim.org or 610.337.2222 ext 3.
Temple Brith Achim
Yom Kippur Children’s Services
October 12 | 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 481 S. Gulph Rd, King of Prussia, PA
Cost: Free
Denomination: Reform
Join Rabbi Chana Leslie Glazer for a children’s service geared towards 2nd grade students and younger. To register, email Cindy Proust at cpoust@brithachim.org or 610.337.2222 ext 3.
Delaware County
Erev Rosh Hashanah: October 2 | Delaware County
Chabad of Delaware County
Rosh Hashanah Evening Service and Dinner
October 2 | 6:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 9000 Parkview Dr, Haverford, PA 19041
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Orthodox
Join at the Haverford Community Recreation and Environmental Center for services designed with you and your family in mind. Join Jews from all backgrounds at a warm, welcoming service, led in English and Hebrew interspersed with engaging (sometimes humorous) running commentary. Participants will feel at home. A simultaneous children’s program will be available. To register, click here or email info@jewishdelco.org.
Congregation Beth Israel of Media
Erev Rosh Hashanah Service
October 2 | 7:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 542 S New Middletown Road, Media
Cost: Free
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Join Rabbi Linda Potemken and Rabbi Nathan Martin in-person or through livestream for an Erev Rosh Hashanah service intended for adults and mature children. To register, email Mikayla Losanowych at mikayla.losanowych@bethisraelmedia.org.
Congregation Ohev Shalom
Erev Rosh Hashanah
October 2 | 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 2 Chester Road, Wallingford, PA 19086
Cost: Free
Denomination: Conservative
Join Rabbi Miller for an Erev Rosh Hashanah service. To register, email Missy Lowdermilk at exec@ohev.net. If you are a guest, you can register to attend services in-person by clicking here or over Zoom by clicking here.
Mishkan Shalom
Erev Rosh Hashanah Service
October 2 | 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 4101 Freeland Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19128
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Join Rabbi Shawn Zevit and Rabbinic Intern Noah Dor Lind to welcome the Jewish New Year with song, prayer and spiritual preparation for the Days of Awe. Following the service, the online room will remain open for the opportunity to reconnect with old and new friends and to welcome new members. To register, click here or contact Daniel Ricken by emailing daniel@mishkan.org or calling 215.508.0226 ext. 2.
Temple Sholom
Erev Rosh Hashanah Service
October 2 | 8:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 55 N. Church Lane Broomall, PA 19008
Cost: Donations Strongly Suggested or Required
Denomination: Reform
Join Rabbi Peter Rigler and Cantor Jamie Marx in-person or Facebook livestream for an Erev Rosh Hashanah Service. This is an adult service, but all are welcome. To register, email community@temple-sholom.org or call 610.356.5165.
Rosh Hashanah Day 1: October 3 | Delaware County
Chabad of Delaware County
Rosh Hashanah Morning Service
October 3 | 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 9000 Parkview Dr, Haverford, PA 19041
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Orthodox
Join at the Haverford Community Recreation and Environmental Center for services designed with you and your family in mind. Join Jews from all backgrounds at a warm, welcoming service, led in English and Hebrew interspersed with engaging (sometimes humorous) running commentary. Participants will feel at home. A simultaneous children’s program will be available. To register, click here.
Congregation Beth El-Ner Tamid
Rosh Hashanah Services Day One
October 3 | 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 715 Paxon Hollow Road, Broomall, PA 19008
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
Join Rabbi Michal Morris Kamil & Cantor Steven Friedrich on Rosh Hashanah for services and a Shofar blowing. There will be Babysitting available for Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur from 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. To register, please contact the synagogue office at 610.356.8700.
Congregation Beth Israel of Media
Rosh Hashanah Day 1 Service
October 3 | 10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 542 S New Middletown Road, Media
Cost: Free
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Join Rabbi Linda Potemken and Rabbi Nathan Martin in-person or through livestream to commemorate the first day of Rosh Hashanah. The sanctuary service is geared towards adults and mature children. A half-hour family service will be held in the downstairs social hall starting at 9:30 a.m. Child care will also be available. To register, email Mikayla Losanowych at mikayla.losanowych@bethisraelmedia.org.
Mishkan Shalom
Rosh Hashanah Day One Service and Potluck Luncheon
October 3 | 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 4101 Freeland Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19128
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Join Rabbi Shawn Zevit and Rabbinic Intern Noah Dor Lind to create an experience of celebration and transformation through prayer, music, Torah and the call of the Shofar. To register, click here or contact Daniel Ricken by emailing daniel@mishkan.org or calling 215.508.0226 ext. 2.
Temple Sholom
Rosh Hashanah Service
October 3 | 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 55 N. Church Lane Broomall, PA 19008
Cost: Donations Strongly Suggested or Required
Denomination: Reform
Join Rabbi Peter Rigler and Cantor Jamie Marx in-person or Facebook livestream to commemorate Rosh Hashanah. This is an adult service, but all are welcome. To register, email community@temple-sholom.org or call 610.356.5165.
Rosh Hashanah Day 2: October 4 | Delaware County
Chabad of Delaware County
Rosh Hashanah Morning Service
October 4 | 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 9000 Parkview Dr, Haverford, PA 19041
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Orthodox
Join at the Haverford Community Recreation and Environmental Center for services designed with you and your family in mind. Join Jews from all backgrounds at a warm, welcoming service, led in English and Hebrew interspersed with engaging (sometimes humorous) running commentary. Participants will feel at home. A simultaneous children’s program will be available. To register, click here or email info@jewishdelco.org.
Congregation Beth El-Ner Tamid
Rosh Hashanah Services Day Two
October 4 | 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 715 Paxon Hollow Road, Broomall, PA 19008
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
Join Rabbi Michal Morris Kamil & Cantor Steven Friedrich to commemorate the second day of Rosh Hashanah for services and a Shofar blowing. There will be Babysitting available for Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur from 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. To register, please contact the synagogue office at 610.356.8700.
Congregation Beth Israel of Media
Rosh Hashanah Day 2 Service
October 4 | 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 542 S New Middletown Road, Media
Cost: Free
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Join Rabbi Linda Potemken and Rabbi Nathan Martin in-person or through livestream to commemorate the second day of Rosh Hashanah. This service, which integrates contemporary and traditional prayer approaches, is geared towards adults and mature children. All are welcome to attend. To register, email Mikayla Losanowych at mikayla.losanowych@bethisraelmedia.org.
Mishkan Shalom
Rosh Hashanah Day Two Service
October 4 | 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 4101 Freeland Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19128
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Join Rabbi Shawn Zevit and Rabbinic Intern Noah Dor Lind to create an experience of celebration and transformation through prayer, music, Torah and the call of the Shofar. To register, click here or contact Daniel Ricken by emailing daniel@mishkan.org or calling 215.508.0226 ext. 2.
Taschlich | Delaware County
Congregation Beth El-Ner Tamid
Tashlich
October 3 | 2:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 715 Paxon Hollow Road, Broomall, PA 19008
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
Join Rabbi Michal Morris Kamil and Cantor Steven Friedrich for a tashlich service. Apples and Honey will be served and there will be a special shofar blowing for children. To register, please contact the synagogue office at 610.356.8700.
Congregation Beth Israel of Media
Tashlich
October 3 | 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: Smedley Park
Cost: Free
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Join Rabbi Linda Potemken and Rabbi Nathan Martin in-person at Smedley Park for a family-friendly Tashlich ritual and the sounding of the shofar. A light lunch will also be provided. To register, please contact Mikayla Losanowych at mikayla.losanowych@bethisraelmedia.org.
Mishkan Shalom
Tashlich
October 3 | 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 6885 Forbidden Drive, Philadelphia, PA 19118
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Join Rabbi Shawn Zevit and Noah Dor Lind at Valley Green Inn as they lead the Tashlich ritual. Together, commit to release the habits, patterns or attitudes that keep us from enjoying the fullness of our lives and look at our connection to the earth. All ages are welcome. There will be a Picnic for those in their 20s & 30s. To register, click here or contact Daniel Ricken by emailing daniel@mishkan.org or calling 215.508.0226 ext. 2.
Kol Nidre | Delaware County
Chabad of Delaware County
Kol Nidre Service
October 11 | 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 9000 Parkview Dr, Haverford, PA 19041
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Orthodox
Join at the Haverford Community Recreation and Environmental Center for services designed with you and your family in mind. Join Jews from all backgrounds at a warm, welcoming service, led in English and Hebrew interspersed with engaging (sometimes humorous) running commentary. Participants will feel at home. A simultaneous children’s program will be available. To register, click here or email info@jewishdelco.org.
Congregation Beth El-Ner Tamid
Kol Nidre
October 11 | 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 715 Paxon Hollow Road, Broomall, PA 19008
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
Join Rabbi Michal Morris Kamil & Cantor Steven Friedrich for Kol Nidre services with a soulful violin. To register, please contact the synagogue office at 610.356.8700.
Mishkan Shalom
Kol Nidre
October 11 | 5:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 4101 Freeland Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19128
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Join Rabbi Shawn Zevit and Rabbinic Intern Noah Dor as participants will open their hearts to forgiveness and compassion and enter Yom Kippur together. Everyone will have the opportunity to write a teshuvah (return and atonement) card in advance of service. To register, click here or contact Daniel Ricken by emailing daniel@mishkan.org or calling 215.508.0226 ext. 2.
Temple Sholom
Kol Nidrei Service featuring cellist Priscilla Lee
October 11 | 8:00 p.m. – 9:20 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 55 N. Church Lane Broomall, PA 19008
Cost: Donations Strongly Suggested or Required
Denomination: Reform
Join Rabbi Peter Rigler and Cantor Jamie Marx in-person or Facebook livestream for a Kol Nidre Services. This is an adult service, but all are welcome. To register, email community@temple-sholom.org or call 610.356.5165.
Yom Kippur Morning: October 12 | Delaware County
Chabad of Delaware County
Yom Kippur Morning and Yizkor Service
October 12 | 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 9000 Parkview Dr, Haverford, PA 19041
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Orthodox
Join at the Haverford Community Recreation and Environmental Center for services designed with you and your family in mind. Join Jews from all backgrounds at a warm, welcoming service, led in English and Hebrew interspersed with engaging (sometimes humorous) running commentary. Participants will feel at home. A simultaneous children’s program will be available. To register, click here or email info@jewishdelco.org.
Congregation Beth El-Ner Tamid
Yom Kippur Service
October 12 | 9:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 715 Paxon Hollow Road, Broomall, PA 19008
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
Join Rabbi Michal Morris Kamil and Cantor Steven Friedrich to commemorate Yom Kippur with Yizkor, Neillah and a Shofar blowing. There will be Babysitting available for Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur from 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. To register, please contact the synagogue office at 610.356.8700.
Schedule of Events:
4:15 p.m. – Yom Kippur Afternoon Services
6:30 p.m. – Neillah Service
7:36 p.m. – Shofar Blowing
Congregation Beth Israel of Media
Yom Kippur Morning Service
October 12 | 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 542 S New Middletown Road, Media
Cost: Free
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Join Rabbi Linda Potemken and Rabbi Nathan Martin in-person or through livestream for Yom Kippur morning services. The last hour will be a Yizkor service. The sanctuary service is geared towards adults and mature children. There will be a half-hour family service starting at 9:30 a.m. in the downstairs social hall. Child care is available as well. To register, email Mikayla Losanowych at mikayla.losanowych@bethisraelmedia.org.
Mishkan Shalom
Yom Kippur Morning Service
October 12 | 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 4101 Freeland Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19128
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Join Rabbi Shawn Zevit and Rabbinic Intern Noah Dor for a traditional service with chant, liturgical prayer and reflection using Kol Haneshamah Machzor or a mindfulness service with meditation, reflection, movement, and chant. Come together as one community for the Torah service including sermon, discussion and haftarah. Followed by Musaf and additional prayers. To register, click here or contact Daniel Ricken by emailing daniel@mishkan.org or calling 215.508.0226 ext. 2.
Temple Sholom
Yom Kippur Service
October 12 | 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 55 N. Church Lane Broomall, PA 19008
Cost: Donations Strongly Suggested or Required
Denomination: Reform
Join Rabbi Peter Rigler and Cantor Jamie Marx in-person or Facebook livestream to commemorate Yom Kippur. This is an adult service, but all are welcome. To register, email community@temple-sholom.org or call 610.356.5165.
Yom Kippur Afternoon: October 12 | Delaware County
Chabad of Delaware County
Yom Kippur Afternoon and Neila Service
October 12 | 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 9000 Parkview Dr, Haverford, PA 19041
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Orthodox
Join at the Haverford Community Recreation and Environmental Center for services designed with you and your family in mind. Join Jews from all backgrounds at a warm, welcoming service, led in English and Hebrew interspersed with engaging (sometimes humorous) running commentary. Participants will feel at home. The service will be followed by a break-the-fast. To register, click here or email info@jewishdelco.org.
Congregation Beth Israel of Media
Yom Kippur Afternoon Service
October 12 | 3:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 542 S New Middletown Road, Media
Cost: Free
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Join Rabbi Linda Potemken and Rabbi Nathan Martin in-person or through livestream to commemorate the afternoon of Yom Kippur. There will be a variety of activities, including drumming, meditation, a healing service and more. This service is geared towards adults and mature children. All are welcome to attend. To register, email Mikayla Losanowych at mikayla.losanowych@bethisraelmedia.org.
Mishkan Shalom
Avodah Service
October 12 | 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 4101 Freeland Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19128
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Join Rabbi Shawn Zevit and Rabbinic Intern Noah Dor to explore the offerings of the High Priest who is brought to the Temple to cleanse himself and the community from sins. During the service, participants can make personal offerings or bring a poem, a story, a song, an experience, thought or work of art you would like to share. To register, click here or contact Daniel Ricken by emailing daniel@mishkan.org or calling 215.508.0226 ext. 2.
Yizkor | Delaware County
Congregation Beth El-Ner Tamid
Yizkor
October 12 | 11:15 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 715 Paxon Hollow Road, Broomall, PA 19008
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
Join Rabbi Michal Morris Kamil and Cantor Steven Friedrich for a Yizkor service. To register, please contact the synagogue office at 610.356.8700.
Temple Sholom
Yizkor and Concluding Service
October 12 | 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 55 N. Church Lane Broomall, PA 19008
Cost: Donations Strongly Suggested or Required
Denomination: Reform
Join Rabbi Peter Rigler and Cantor Jamie Marx in-person or Facebook livestream for Yizkor services. To register, email community@temple-sholom.org or call 610.356.5165.
Other | Delaware County
Chabad of Delaware County
Shofar in the Park
October 3 | 5:00 p.m. – 5:25 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 9000 Parkview Dr, Haverford, PA 19041
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Orthodox
Join at the Haverford Freedom Playground for a meaningful Rosh Hashanah experience for the entire family. There will be a live Shofar blowing, Rosh Hashanah songs and apples and honey. This program is free of charge and open to all! No registration required.
Congregation Beth El-Ner Tamid
Mini Mensch Rosh Hashanah Experience
October 3 | 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 715 Paxon Hollow Road, Broomall, PA 19008
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
Join Rabbi Michal Morris Kamil and Cantor Steven Friedrich for an engaging program for ages 3 – 7. Families with young children may attend together. To register, please contact the synagogue office at 610.356.8700.
Congregation Beth El-Ner Tamid
Youth and Teen Service
October 3 | 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 715 Paxon Hollow Road, Broomall, PA 19008
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
Join Rabbi Michal Morris Kamil and Cantor Steven Friedrich for a High holiday youth service for 3 – 7 graders. There will also be a teen service for 8 – 12 graders with themed conversation and prayers. To register, please contact the synagogue office at 610.356.8700.
Congregation Beth El-Ner Tamid
Mini-Mensch Yom Kippur Program
October 12 | 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 715 Paxon Hollow Road, Broomall, PA 19008
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
Join for an engaging program for children ages 3 – 7. To register, please contact the synagogue office at 610.356.8700.
Congregation Beth El-Ner Tamid
Youth and Teen Service
October 12 | 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 715 Paxon Hollow Road, Broomall, PA 19008
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
Join Rabbi Michal Morris Kamil and Cantor Steven Friedrich for a High holiday youth service for 3 – 7 graders. There will also be a teen service for 8 – 12 graders with themed conversation and prayers. To register, please contact the synagogue office at 610.356.8700.
Congregation Beth Israel of Media
Erev Yom Kippur Services
October 11 | 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 542 S New Middletown Road, Media
Cost: Free
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Join Rabbi Linda Potemken and Rabbi Nathan Martin in-person or through livestream for an Erev Yom Kippur service. This service is geared towards adults and mature children. All are welcome to attend. To register, email Mikayla Losanowych at mikayla.losanowych@bethisraelmedia.org.
Mishkan Shalom
Yom Kippur: Yizkor, Mincha, Neilah, and Communal Break Fast
October 12 | 4:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 4101 Freeland Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19128
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Yom Kippur ends with the poignant Neilah (closing) service, the final gathering of prayers and affirmations of our whole community. The energy is powerful and profound. There will be a final shofar blast which conclude Ne’ilah and signal the end of Yom Kippur. Join us afterwards for a communal break-fast. To register, click here or contact Daniel Ricken by emailing daniel@mishkan.org or calling 215.508.0226 ext. 2.
Mishkan Shalom
Rosh Hashanah Family Services
October 3 | 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 4101 Freeland Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19128
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Join Education Director Holli Goldenberg and Gabby Kaplan-Mayer for a Rosh Hashanah children’s service. There will be a young children’s service at 9:30 a.m. for children 0-5 to celebrate the birthday of the world with puppet friends! Participants will sing, dance, pray, share stories and have lots of fun to get ready for the New Year together. There will be a family service at 10:30 a.m. for ages 6-12 where participants will enjoy a joyful service celebrating the New Year with music, stories, theater and time to reflect and pray about hopes for oneself, families and the world. To register, click here or contact Daniel Ricken by emailing daniel@mishkan.org or calling 215.508.0226 ext. 2.
Mishkan Shalom
Yom Kippur Family Services
October 12 | 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 4101 Freeland Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19128
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Join Education Director Holli Goldenberg and Gabby Kaplan-Mayer for a Rosh Hashanah children’s service. There will be a young children’s service at 9:30 a.m. for children 0-5 with a Yom Kippur service with puppet friends. Participants will sing, dance, pray, share stories and think of ways to be helpful and kind in the new year.
There will be a family service at 10:30 a.m. for ages 6-12 where participants will enjoy a special service for Yom Kippur full of music, stories and theater, focusing on ways to be helpful and kind in the new year. To register, click here or contact Daniel Ricken by emailing daniel@mishkan.org or calling 215.508.0226 ext. 2.
Temple Sholom
Rosh Hashanah Family Service
October 3 | 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 55 N. Church Lane Broomall, PA 19008
Cost: Donations Strongly Suggested or Required
Denomination: Reform
Join Rabbi Peter Rigler and Cantor Jamie Marx in-person or Facebook livestream for Rosh Hashanah Family Services. This service will be most meaningful to families with school-age children. To register, email community@temple-sholom.org or call 610.356.5165.
Temple Sholom
Kol Nidre Family Service
October 11 | 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 55 N. Church Lane Broomall, PA 19008
Cost: Donations Strongly Suggested or Required
Denomination: Reform
Join Rabbi Peter Rigler and Cantor Jamie Marx in-person or Facebook livestream for a Kol Nidre Family Services. This service will be most meaningful to families with school-age children. To register, email community@temple-sholom.org or call 610.356.5165.
Temple Sholom
Yom Kippur Family Service
October 12 | 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 55 N. Church Lane Broomall, PA 19008
Cost: Donations Strongly Suggested or Required
Denomination: Reform
Join Rabbi Peter Rigler and Cantor Jamie Marx in-person or Facebook livestream for Yom Kippur Family Services. This service will be most meaningful to families with school-age children. To register, email community@temple-sholom.org or call 610.356.5165.
Lower Merion
Erev Rosh Hashanah: October 2 | Lower Merion
Beth David Reform Congregation
Music for a Sweet New Year: A Rosh Hashanah Concert
October 2 | 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 1130 Vaughan Lane, Gladwyne, PA 19035
Cost: Free
Denomination: Reform
Join Rabbi Beth Kalisch, Cantor Lauren Goodlev and other musicians for beautiful and soulful music to welcome in the new year. Bring lawn chairs or picnic blankets to this family-friendly concert of traditional and contemporary High Holiday melodies. Picnics are welcome and there will be a holiday treat! No registration required.
Main Line Reform Temple
Erev Rosh Hashanah
October 2 | 7:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 410 Montgomery Avenue, Wynnewood, PA 19096
Cost: A $100 Donation Per Person is Required
Denomination: Reform
Join Rabbi Geri Newburge, Cantor Faryn Rudnick and Rabbi Eric Mollo in-person or through livestream to commemorate Erev Rosh Hashanah. To register, email Laurie Silverman at lsilverman@mlrt.org or call 610.649.7800.
Rosh Hashanah Day 1: October 3 | Lower Merion
Adath Israel
Rosh Hashanah Day 1
October 3 | 10:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 345 Montgomery Ave, Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004
Cost: A $36 Donation is Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
Join Rabbi Eric Yanoff and Rabbi Andrew Markowitz for a communal morning service to commemorate the first day of Rosh Hashanah. To register, click here or call 610.934.1919.
Aish Chaim
Aish Chaim Rosh Hashanah Experience
October 3 | 10:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 345 Montgomery Ave, Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004
Cost: A $36 Donations is Appreciated
Denomination: Orthodox
Join Aish Chaim for a great way to start the new year. Join for the main service which will include traditional prayers with amazing teachers including the world-renowned Lori Palatnik. To register, email Binyomindavis@gmail.com.
Congregation Beth Am Israel
Rosh Hashanah Service
October 3 | 8:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 1301 Hagys Ford Road, Penn Valley PA 19072
Cost: Free
Denomination: Conservative
Join for Rosh HaShanah morning services where there is something for everyone. Begin with a meditative sit at 8:15 a.m. At 8:45 a.m., choose between a contemplative and musical tefillah service or a traditional Shacharit. At 10:00 a.m., the Torah and family service geared for children ages 0-7 will begin. Both are followed by the shofar service, rabbi’s sermon, and musaf. To register, click here.
Main Line Reform Temple
Rosh Hashanah Day 1
October 3 | 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 410 Montgomery Avenue, Wynnewood, PA 19096
Cost: A $100 Donation Per Person is Required
Denomination: Reform
Join Rabbi Geri Newburge, Cantor Faryn Rudnick and Rabbi Eric Mollo in-person or through livestream to commemorate Rosh Hashanah. The traditional service will begin at 9:00 a.m. at Main Line Reform and the contemporary service will begin at 11:30 a.m. at Lower Merion High School. To register, email Laurie Silverman at lsilverman@mlrt.org or call 610.649.7800.
Rosh Hashanah Day 2: October 4 | Lower Merion
Adath Israel
Rosh Hashanah Day 2
October 4 | 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 250 N. Highland Avenue Merion Station, PA 19066
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
Join Rabbi Eric Yanoff and Rabbi Andrew Markowitz in the Mandell Sanctuary for a communal morning service open to all. To register, click here or call 610.934.1919.
Congregation Beth Am Israel
Rosh Hashanah Service
October 4 | 8:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 1301 Hagys Ford Road, Penn Valley PA 19072
Cost: Free
Denomination: Conservative
Join for Rosh HaShanah morning services where there is something for everyone. Begin with a meditative sit at 8:15 a.m. At 8:45 a.m., choose between a contemplative and musical tefillah service or a traditional Shacharit. At 10:00 a.m., the Torah and family service geared for children ages 0-7 will begin. Both are followed by the shofar service, rabbi’s sermon, and musaf. To register, click here.
Taschlich | Lower Merion
Adath Israel
Tashlich & Minyan in the Park
October 3 | 10:45 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.
In-Person Program
Address: Merion Park (weather permitting)
Cost: Free
Denomination: Conservative
Join Rabbi Eric Yanoff and Rabbi Andrew Markowitz for a Tashlich service and Minyan in the Park. Bring your breadcrumbs and symbolically cast your sins into the water. There will also be a blessing of the animals and a picnic. To register, call 610.934.1919.
Main Line Reform Temple
Tashlich
October 3 | 4:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: Shortridge Park
Cost: Free
Denomination: Reform
Join for a Tashlich service in Shortridge Park on Shortridge Drive between Remington Road and E. Wynnewood Road. This program is family oriented and open to the community. To register, email Laurie Silverman at lsilverman@mlrt.org or call 610.649.7800.
Kol Nidre | Lower Merion
Adath Israel
Kol Nidre Service
October 11 | 5:45 p.m. – 8:15 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 250 N. Highland Avenue Merion Station, PA 19066
Cost: Donations Strongly Suggested or Required
Denomination: Conservative
Join Rabbi Eric Yanoff and Rabbi Andrew Markowitz for a communal Kol Nidre service. To register, call 610.934.1919.
Main Line Reform Temple
Kol Nidre/ Erev Yom Kippur
October 11 | 8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 410 Montgomery Avenue, Wynnewood, PA 19096
Cost: A $100 Donation Per Person is Required
Denomination: Reform
Join Rabbi Geri Newburge, Cantor Faryn Rudnick and Rabbi Eric Mollo in-person or through livestream to set the tone for the holiest day of the year. To register, email Laurie Silverman at lsilverman@mlrt.org or call 610.649.7800.
Yom Kippur Morning: October 12 | Lower Merion
Adath Israel
Intergenerational Family Service
October 12 | 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 250 N. Highland Avenue Merion Station, PA 19066
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
This service will include highlights of the High Holiday liturgy in a participatory style with some musical accompaniment. The program will be led by Rabbi Andrew Markowitz, Adath Israel’s Director of Music Ari Sussman and Makom Education Director Hannah Isaacs Arkin. To register, call 610.934.1919.
Congregation Beth Am Israel
Yom Kippur Service
October 12 | 8:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 1301 Hagys Ford Road, Penn Valley PA 19072
Cost: Free
Denomination: Conservative
Join for Yom Kippur morning services where there is something for everyone. Begin with a meditative sit at 8:15 a.m. At 8:45 a.m., choose between a contemplative and musical tefillah service or a traditional Shacharit. At 10:00 a.m., the Torah and family service geared for children ages 0-7 will begin. Both are followed by the shofar service, rabbi’s sermon, and musaf. To register, click here.
Main Line Reform Temple
Yom Kippur
October 12 | 9:00 a.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 410 Montgomery Avenue, Wynnewood, PA 19096
Cost: A $100 Donation Per Person is Required
Denomination: Reform
Join Rabbi Geri Newburge, Cantor Faryn Rudnick and Rabbi Eric Mollo in-person or through livestream to commemorate Yom Kippur. To register, email Laurie Silverman at lsilverman@mlrt.org or call 610.649.7800.
Schedule of Events:
9:00 a.m. – Traditional Service and Brief Yizkor at Main Line Reform Temple
11:30 a.m. – Contemporary Service and Brief Yizkor at Lower Merion High School
2:30 p.m. – Study Session with Rabbi Steinbrink
3:15 p.m. – Family Service and Activities
4:00 p.m. – Mincha
4:45 p.m. – Full Yikzor Service
5:30 p.m. – Service of Healing
6:00 p.m. – Ne’ilah
Yom Kippur Afternoon: October 12 | Lower Merion
Adath Israel
Yom Kippur Afternoon
October 12 | 2:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 250 N. Highland Avenue Merion Station, PA 19066
Cost: Free
Denomination: Conservative
Join for an ask the Rabbi learning session with Rabbi Eric Yanoff – “You Should’ve Smashed My Heavenly Throne!” What God expects of us when we (already) feel vulnerable. To register, call 610.934.1919.
Yizkor | Lower Merion
Adath Israel
Yizkor Service
October 12 | 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 250 N. Highland Avenue Merion Station, PA 19066
Cost: Free
Denomination: Conservative
Join Rabbi Eric Yanoff and Rabbi Andrew Markowitz in the Mandell Sanctuary for a Yizkor service. To register, call 610.934.1919.
Other | Lower Merion
Adath Israel
Birthday Party for the World
October 3 | 10:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 250 N. Highland Avenue Merion Station, PA 19066
Cost: Free
Denomination: Conservative
Birthday Party For The World is for families with children ages 0-6 and will be led by Rabbi Eric Yanoff, Director of Music Ari Sussman and Early Childhood Director Shari Prensky. All from the community are welcome to attend. To register, click here or call 610.934.1919.
Adath Israel
Intergenerational Family Service
October 3 | 10:45 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 250 N. Highland Avenue Merion Station, PA 19066
Cost: Free
Denomination: Conservative
This service will include highlights of the High Holiday liturgy in a participatory style with some musical accompaniment. The program will be led by Rabbi Andrew Markowitz, Adath Israel’s Director of Music Ari Sussman and Makom Education Director Hannah Isaacs Arkin. To register, call 610.934.1919.
Adath Israel
Honey Tasting with a Beekeeper
October 4 | 1:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 250 N. Highland Avenue Merion Station, PA 19066
Cost: Free
Denomination: Conservative
Enjoy a visit from a beekeeper and enjoy challah, apples and honey sticks. To register, call 610.934.1919.
Northeast Philadelphia
Rosh Hashanah Day 1: October 3 | Northeast Philadelphia
Temple Beth Ami
Rosh Hashanah Service
October 3 | 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 9201 Old Bustleton Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19115
Cost: Donations Strongly Suggested or Required
Denomination: Traditional
Join Temple Beth Ami for a great way to start the New Year. Rabbi Mitchell Novitsky will lead the family-friendly service which will include traditional prayers in English and Hebrew. To register, call 215.673.2511 or email templebethami2@gmail.com.
Temple Menorah Keneseth Chai
Rosh Hashanah
October 3 | 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 4301 Tyson Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19135
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Non-denominational
Join Rabbi Robyn Frisch and Cantor Joel Manon to commemorate Rosh Hashanah. All are welcome to attend. To register, email Sheila Dressner at sheildress@verizon.net.
Rosh Hashanah Day 2: October 4 | Northeast Philadelphia
Temple Beth Ami
Rosh Hashanah Service
October 4 | 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 9201 Old Bustleton Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19115
Cost: Donations Strongly Suggested or Required
Denomination: Traditional
oin Temple Beth Ami for the second day of Rosh Hashanah. Rabbi Mitchell Novitsky will lead the family-friendly service which will include traditional prayers in English and Hebrew. To register, call 215.673.2511 or email templebethami2@gmail.com.
Taschlich | Northeast Philadelphia
Temple Beth Ami
Tashlich Service
October 3 | 1:15 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: Bustleton Avenue Bridge Over Pennypack Creek
Cost: Free
Denomination: Traditional
Join Rabbi Mitchell Novitsky for a Tashlich service at Pennypack Park. Bring your breadcrumbs and symbolically cast your sins into the water. To register, call 215.673.2511 or email templebethami2@gmail.com.
Kol Nidre | Northeast Philadelphia
KleinLife
Kol Nidre Service
October 11 | 6:08 p.m. – 7:08 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 10100 Jamison Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19116
Cost: Donations Appreciated
KleinLife welcomes the community to their Northeast Philadelphia location for free Yom Kippur services. This program will be bilingual between English and Russian. To register, call Victoria Faykin at 215.698.7300 x175.
Temple Beth Ami
Kol Nidre Service
October 11 | 5:45 p.m. – 8:15 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: Bustleton Avenue Bridge Over Pennypack Creek
Cost: Donations Strongly Suggested or Required
Denomination: Traditional
Join Temple Beth Ami to commemorate the holiest day of the year. Rabbi Mitchell Novitsky will lead the family-friendly service which will include traditional prayers in English and Hebrew. To register, call 215.673.2511 or email templebethami2@gmail.com.
Yom Kippur Morning: October 12 | Northeast Philadelphia
KleinLife
Yom Kippur Morning Service
October 12 | 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 10100 Jamison Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19116
Cost: Donations Appreciated
KleinLife welcomes the community to their Northeast Philadelphia location for free Yom Kippur services. This program will be bilingual between English and Russian. To register, call Victoria Faykin at 215.698.7300 x175.
Temple Beth Ami
Yom Kippur Morning Service
October 12 | 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: Bustleton Avenue Bridge Over Pennypack Creek
Cost: Donations Strongly Suggested or Required
Denomination: Traditional
Join Temple Beth Ami to commemorate the holiest day of the year. Rabbi Mitchell Novitsky will lead the family-friendly service which will include traditional prayers in English and Hebrew. To register, call 215.673.2511 or email templebethami2@gmail.com.
Yom Kippur Afternoon: October 12 | Northeast Philadelphia
KleinLife
Yom Kippur Evening Service
October 12 | 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 10100 Jamison Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19116
Cost: Donations Appreciated
KleinLife welcomes the community to their Northeast Philadelphia location for free Yom Kippur services. This program will be bilingual between English and Russian. To register, call Victoria Faykin at 215.698.7300 x175.
Temple Beth Ami
Yom Kippur Mincha, Neilah and Maariv Service
October 12 | 5:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 9201 Old Bustleton Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19115
Cost: Donations Strongly Suggested or Required
Denomination: Traditional
Join Temple Beth Ami to commemorate the holiest day of the year. Rabbi Mitchell Novitsky will lead the family-friendly service which will include traditional prayers in English and Hebrew. To register, call 215.673.2511 or email templebethami2@gmail.com.
Yizkor | Northeast Philadelphia
KleinLife
Yizkor
October 12 | 11:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. or 12:00 p.m. – 12:30 p.m. or 12:30 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 10100 Jamison Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19116
Cost: Donations Appreciated
KleinLife welcomes the community to their Northeast Philadelphia location for free Yom Kippur services. This program will be bilingual between English and Russian. To register, call Victoria Faykin at 215.698.7300 x175.
Temple Beth Ami
Community Yizkor
October 12 | 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 9201 Old Bustleton Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19115
Cost: Free
Denomination: Traditional
Join Temple Beth Ami to commemorate the holiest day of the year. Rabbi Mitchell Novitsky will lead the family-friendly service which will include traditional prayers in English and Hebrew. To register, call 215.673.2511 or email templebethami2@gmail.com.
Other | Northeast Philadelphia
KleinLife
Havdalah Service
October 12 | 7:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 10100 Jamison Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19116
Cost: Donations Appreciated
KleinLife welcomes the community to their Northeast Philadelphia location for free Yom Kippur services. This program will be bilingual between English and Russian. To register, call Victoria Faykin at 215.698.7300 x175.
Old York Road
Erev Rosh Hashanah: October 2 | Old York Road
Beth Sholom Congregation
Erev Rosh Hashanah Services
October 2 | 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 8231 Old York Road, Elkins Park, PA 19027
Cost: Free
Denomination: Conservative
Join Rabbi David Glanzberg-Krainin and Cantor Jacon Agar for Erev Rosh Hashanah services. All ages are welcome to attend. To register, call Stacey Salsman at 267.250.3367.
Chabad Jewish Center
Rosh Hashanah Evening Service
October 2 | 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 515 Meetinghouse Rd, Jenkintown, PA 19046
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Orthodox
Join Rabbi Zushe Gurevitz for warm prayers, timeless melodies and friendly people. There will also be a kids program. Services are conducted in English and Hebrew, with simultaneous insights and explanations into the prayers, practices and rituals. To register, click here or email Dini@Jewishabington.com.
Old York Road Temple-Beth Am
Erev Rosh Hashanah
October 2 | 8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 971 Old York Road, Abington, PA 19001
Cost: Free
Denomination: Reform
Join Rabbi Robert Leib in the Molish Sanctuary to commemorate Erev Rosh HaShanah with a special “Mi Shebeirach” prayer for healing. To register, click here.
Reform Congregation Keneseth Israel
Erev Rosh Hashanah Service
October 2 | 8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 8339 Old York Rd. Elkins Park, PA 19027
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Reform
Celebrate the New Year at KI with Rabbi Benjamin David and Cantor Amy Levy. Join in the Sanctuary or through livestream. For tickets, please call 215.887.8700. To watch through livestream, click here.
Rosh Hashanah Day 1: October 3 | Old York Road
Chabad Jewish Center
Rosh Hashanah Service and Shofar Blowing
October 3 | 9:00 a.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 515 Meetinghouse Rd, Jenkintown, PA 19046
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Orthodox
Join Rabbi Zushe Gurevitz for warm prayers, timeless melodies and friendly people. There will also be a kids program. Services are conducted in English and Hebrew, with simultaneous insights and explanations into the prayers, practices and rituals. To register, click here or email Dini@Jewishabington.com.
Congregation Adath Jeshurun
Rosh Hashanah Morning Service – Family Service
October 3 | 9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 7763 Old York Rd, Elkins Park, Pennsylvania 19027
Cost: Donations Strongly Suggested or Required
Denomination: Conservative
Join Rav Shai Cherry and Rabbi Hazzan Howard Glantz to commemorate Rosh Hashanah. To register, click here, email BShapiro@adathJeshurun.info or call 215.635.6611.
Schedule of Events:
9:00 a.m. – Morning Service and Havurah
10:30 a.m. – Family Service
5:30 p.m. – Tashlich followed by Minchah – Ma’ariv
Congregations of Shaare Shamayim
Rosh Hashanah Day One
October 3 | 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. or 9:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 8339 Old York Road, Elkins Park, PA 19027
Cost: Donations Strongly Suggested or Required
Denomination: Conservative
Join Rabbi Sandra Berliner and Cantor Bernard Walters for Egalitarian services beginning at 8:00 a.m. or Rabbi Dr. Daniel Rosenberg and Cantor Larry Josefovitz for Traditional services beginning at 9:15 a.m. To register, contact Carrie Blasband at 215.677.1600 or email office@shaareshamayim.org.
Old York Road Temple-Beth Am
Contemporary Service with T’filah Band
October 3 | 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 971 Old York Road, Abington, PA 19001
Cost: Free
Denomination: Reform
Commemorate the first day of Rosh HaShanah with an innovative service for all ages. There will also be a special activity for children during the service. To register, click here.
Reform Congregation Keneseth Israel
Rosh Hashanah Morning Service
October 3 | 10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 8339 Old York Rd. Elkins Park, PA 19027
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Reform
Celebrate the New Year at KI with Rabbi Benjamin David and Cantor Amy Levy. Join in the Sanctuary or through livestream. For tickets, please call 215.887.8700. To watch through livestream, click here.
Rosh Hashanah Day 2: October 4 | Old York Road
Chabad Jewish Center
Rosh Hashanah Service
October 4 | 9:00 a.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 515 Meetinghouse Rd, Jenkintown, PA 19046
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Orthodox
Join Rabbi Zushe Gurevitz for warm prayers, timeless melodies and friendly people. There will also be a kids program. Services are conducted in English and Hebrew, with simultaneous insights and explanations into the prayers, practices and rituals. To register, click here or email Dini@Jewishabington.com.
Congregation Adath Jeshurun
Rosh Hashanah Morning Service – Family Service
October 3 | 9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 7763 Old York Rd, Elkins Park, Pennsylvania 19027
Cost: Donations Strongly Suggested or Required
Denomination: Conservative
Join Rav Shai Cherry and Rabbi Hazzan Howard Glantz to commemorate Rosh Hashanah. Adath Jeshurun welcomes new families, new babies and friends of congregants to services. To register, click here, email BShapiro@adathJeshurun.info or call 215.635.6611.
Congregations of Shaare Shamayim
Rosh Hashanah Day Two
October 4 | 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. or 9:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 8339 Old York Road, Elkins Park, PA 19027
Cost: Donations Strongly Suggested or Required
Denomination: Conservative
Join Rabbi Sandra Berliner and Cantor Bernard Walters for Egalitarian services beginning at 8:00 a.m. or Rabbi Dr. Daniel Rosenberg and Cantor Larry Josefovitz for Traditional services beginning at 9:15 a.m. To register, contact Carrie Blasband at 215.677.1600 or email office@shaareshamayim.org.
Old York Road Temple-Beth Am
Second Day Rosh HaShanah Service
October 4 | 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 971 Old York Road, Abington, PA 19001
Cost: Free
Denomination: Reform
Commemorate the second day of Rosh HaShanah with Old York Road Temple-Beth Am in the Molish Sanctuary. To register, click here.
Taschlich | Old York Road
Chabad Jewish Center
Tashlich and Shofar in the Park
October 3 | 4:00 p.m. – 4:45 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: Alverthorpe Park Pond
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Orthodox
Join Rabbi Zushe Gurevitz for a Rosh Hashanah Tashlich event for the whole family. Celebrate the Jewish New Year at the Pond at Alverthorpe Park. Hear the shofar blasts and kids will enjoy a goody bag! To register, click here or email Dini@Jewishabington.com.
Kol Nidre | Old York Road
Chabad Jewish Center
Yom Kippur Kol Nidre and Evening Service
October 11 | 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 515 Meetinghouse Rd, Jenkintown, PA 19046
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Orthodox
Join Rabbi Zushe Gurevitz for warm prayers, timeless melodies and friendly people. There will also be a kids program. Services are conducted in English and Hebrew, with simultaneous insights and explanations into the prayers, practices and rituals. To register, click here or email Dini@Jewishabington.com.
Congregation Adath Jeshurun
Kol Nidre
October 11 | 5:50 p.m. – 7:20 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 7763 Old York Rd, Elkins Park, Pennsylvania 19027
Cost: Donations Strongly Suggested or Required
Denomination: Conservative
Join Rav Shai Cherry and Rabbi Hazzan Howard Glantz for a service performed before sunset on the evening of Yom Kippur. The prayer is recited three times, first softly, then louder, and finally with full voice. The congregation also repeats a phrase of forgiveness. To register, click here, email BShapiro@adathJeshurun.info or call 215.635.6611.
Congregations of Shaare Shamayim
Kol Nidre
October 11 | 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 8339 Old York Road, Elkins Park, PA 19027
Cost: Donations Strongly Suggested or Required
Denomination: Conservative
Join Rabbi Sandra Berliner, Rabbi Dr. Daniel Rosenberg, Cantor Bernard Walters and Cantor Larry for Egalitarian and Traditional services. To register, contact Carrie Blasband at 215.677.1600 or email office@shaareshamayim.org.
Reform Congregation Keneseth Israel
Kol Nidre Service
October 11 | 8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 8339 Old York Rd. Elkins Park, PA 19027
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Reform
Celebrate the New Year at KI with Rabbi Benjamin David and Cantor Amy Levy. Join in the Sanctuary or through livestream. For tickets, please call 215.887.8700. To watch through livestream, click here.
Yom Kippur Morning: October 12 | Old York Road
Chabad Jewish Center
Rosh Hashanah Service and Yizkor
October 12 | 9:00 a.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 515 Meetinghouse Rd, Jenkintown, PA 19046
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Orthodox
Join Rabbi Zushe Gurevitz for warm prayers, timeless melodies and friendly people. There will also be a kids program. Services are conducted in English and Hebrew, with simultaneous insights and explanations into the prayers, practices and rituals. To register, click here or email Dini@Jewishabington.com.
Congregation Adath Jeshurun
Yom Kippur
October 12 | 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 7763 Old York Rd, Elkins Park, Pennsylvania 19027
Cost: Donations Strongly Suggested or Required
Denomination: Conservative
Join Rav Shai Cherry and Rabbi Hazzan Howard Glantz to commemorate Yom Kippur. To register, click here, email BShapiro@adathJeshurun.info or call 215.635.6611.
Schedule of Events:
9:00 a.m. – Yom Kippur Services
9:30 a.m. – Family Service and new Family Space
12:15 p.m. – Yizkor
1:45 p.m. – Teaching by Rav Shai: “Cain and Abel in Modernity”
5:30 p.m. – Neilah
7:00 p.m. – Young families stay for Shofar Blasts
Congregations of Shaare Shamayim
Yom Kippur Morning
October 12 | 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. or 9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 8339 Old York Road, Elkins Park, PA 19027
Cost: Donations Strongly Suggested or Required
Denomination: Conservative
Join Rabbi Sandra Berliner and Cantor Bernard Walters for Egalitarian services beginning at 9:00 a.m. or Rabbi Dr. Daniel Rosenberg and Cantor Larry Josefovitz for Traditional services beginning at 9:30 a.m. To register, contact Carrie Blasband at 215.677.1600 or email office@shaareshamayim.org.
Reform Congregation Keneseth Israel
Yom Kippur Morning Service
October 12 | 10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 8339 Old York Rd. Elkins Park, PA 19027
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Reform
Celebrate the New Year at KI with Rabbi Benjamin David and Cantor Amy Levy. Join in the Sanctuary or through livestream. For tickets, please call 215.887.8700. To watch through livestream, click here.
Yom Kippur Afternoon: October 12 | Old York Road
Chabad Jewish Center
Yom Kippur Services (Mincha and Neila)
October 12 | 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 515 Meetinghouse Rd, Jenkintown, PA 19046
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Orthodox
Join Rabbi Zushe Gurevitz for warm prayers, timeless melodies and friendly people. There will also be a kids program. Services are conducted in English and Hebrew, with simultaneous insights and explanations into the prayers, practices and rituals. To register, click here or email Dini@Jewishabington.com.
Old York Road Temple-Beth Am
Yom Kippur Contemporary Service
October 12 | 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 971 Old York Road, Abington, PA 19001
Cost: Free
Denomination: Reform
Commemorate Yom Kippur with an innovative service for all ages. To register, click here.
Yizkor | Old York Road
Chabad Jewish Center
Yizkor
October 12 | 11:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 515 Meetinghouse Rd, Jenkintown, PA 19046
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Orthodox
Join Rabbi Zushe Gurevitz for warm prayers, timeless melodies and friendly people. There will also be a kids program. Services are conducted in English and Hebrew, with simultaneous insights and explanations into the prayers, practices and rituals. To register, click here or email Dini@Jewishabington.com.
Old York Road Temple-Beth Am
Yizkor (Memorial Service) with Professional Choir
October 12 | 4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 971 Old York Road, Abington, PA 19001
Cost: Free
Denomination: Reform
Join Rabbi Robert Leib for a Yizkor service for all ages. To register, click here
Other | Old York Road
Beth Sholom Congregation
Ma’ariv, N’ilah and Havdalah
October 12 | 6:15 p.m. – 8:15 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 8231 Old York Road, Elkins Park, PA 19027
Cost: Free
Denomination: Conservative
Join Rabbi David Glanzberg-Krainin and Cantor Jacon Agar for Ma’ariv, N’ilah and Havdalah services. To register, email Stacey Salsman at ssalsman@bethsholomcongregation.org.
Beth Sholom Congregation
Torah Study Session (with Rabbi G-K, sponsored by CSWB)
October 12 | 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 8231 Old York Road, Elkins Park, PA 19027
Cost: Free
Denomination: Conservative
Join Rabbi David Glanzberg-Krainin for a torah study session. To register, email Stacey Salsman at ssalsman@bethsholomcongregation.org.
Chabad Jewish Center
Pre Rosh Hashanah Fair
September 29 | 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 515 Meetinghouse Rd, Jenkintown, PA 19046
Cost: A $5 Donation is Appreciated
Denomination: Orthodox
Get ready to celebrate the upcoming Rosh Hashanah in a sweet and joyful way at a Pre-Rosh Hashanah Fair! This family-friendly event is packed with fun activities for all ages, creating the perfect atmosphere to welcome the Jewish New Year. Participants can watch an interactive demonstration on how a Shofar is made and choose to make their own. You can also create your own round challah, honey dish and enjoy an apples and honey tasting. To register, click here or email Dini@Jewishabington.com.
Congregation Adath Jeshurun
Selihot: Hush of Midnight
September 28 | 6:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 7763 Old York Rd, Elkins Park, Pennsylvania 19027
Cost: Donations Strongly Suggested or Required
Denomination: Conservative
The “Hush of Midnight: An American S’lihot Service” is a stunning and mesmerizing work written by Cantor Charles Davidson z”l for Adas Israel Congregation in Washington in 1968. It’s an hour-long service, written in an American folk style and has been finely tuned by Hazzan Howard Glantz and Robert A.M. Ross. To register, click here, email BShapiro@adathJeshurun.info or call 215.635.6611.
Congregations of Shaare Shamayim
Neilah
October 12 | 6:00 p.m. – 7:10 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 8339 Old York Road, Elkins Park, PA 19027
Cost: Donations Strongly Suggested or Required
Denomination: Conservative
Join Rabbi Sandra Berliner, Rabbi Dr. Daniel Rosenberg, Cantor Bernard Walters and Cantor Larry for Egalitarian and Traditional services. To register, contact Carrie Blasband at 215.677.1600 or email office@shaareshamayim.org.
Reform Congregation Keneseth Israel
Rosh Hashanah Tot Service
October 3 | 9:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 8339 Old York Rd. Elkins Park, PA 19027
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Reform
Children under 5 are invited to celebrate the New Year at KI with Rabbi Benjamin David and Cantor Amy Levy with a tot service. For tickets, please call 215.887.8700.
Reform Congregation Keneseth Israel
Rosh Hashanah Family Service & Taschlich at Wall Park
October 3 | 2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 8339 Old York Rd. Elkins Park, PA 19027
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Reform
Join for a family service for ages 5 and up to celebrate the New Year at KI with Rabbi Benjamin David and Cantor Amy Levy. For tickets, please call 215.887.8700. To watch through livestream, click here.
Reform Congregation Keneseth Israel
Kol Nidre for the Soul
October 11 | 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 8339 Old York Rd. Elkins Park, PA 19027
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Reform
Celebrate the New Year at KI with Rabbi Benjamin David and Cantor Amy Levy. Join in the Sanctuary or through livestream. For tickets, please call 215.887.8700. To watch through livestream, click here.
Reform Congregation Keneseth Israel
Yom Kippur Tot Service
October 12 | 9:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 8339 Old York Rd. Elkins Park, PA 19027
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Reform
Children under 5 are invited to celebrate the New Year at with KI Rabbi Benjamin David and Cantor Amy Levy with a tot service. For tickets, please call 215.887.8700.
Reform Congregation Keneseth Israel
Yom Kippur Family Service
October 12 | 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 8339 Old York Rd. Elkins Park, PA 19027
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Reform
Join for a family service for ages 5 and up to celebrate the New Year at KI with Rabbi Benjamin David and Cantor Amy Levy. For tickets, please call 215.887.8700. To watch through livestream, click here.
Reform Congregation Keneseth Israel
Music & Meditation followed by Memorial & Ne’ilah Services
October 12 | 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 8339 Old York Rd. Elkins Park, PA 19027
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Reform
Join Rabbi Benjamin David and Cantor Amy Levy for an afternoon service featuring music and meditation followed by Yizkor. For tickets, please call 215.887.8700.
Philadelphia (Excluding Northeast)
Erev Rosh Hashanah: October 2 | Philadelphia (Excluding Northeast)
Congregation Leyv Ha-Ir ~ Heart of the City
Erev Rosh Hashanah
October 2 | 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 2125 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19103
Cost: A $150 Donation for 1 Adult and $200 for 2 or More Adults is Suggested
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Join Rabbi Julie Greenberg and Kohenet Avra Shapiro for a meaningful High Holy Days service for all ages in-person at First Unitarian Church or through livestream. To register, click here, email info@leyvhair.org or call 215.629.1995.
Congregation Rodeph Shalom
Erev Rosh Hashanah
October 2 | 7:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 615 N Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19123
Cost: Free
Denomination: Reform
Join Rabbi Jill Maderer, Rabbi Eli Freedman, Cantor Bradley Hyman for an Erev Rosh Hashanah service open to the community. To register, click here or email Steven Share at sshare@rodephshalom.org.
Germantown Jewish Centre
Erev Rosh Hashanah Musical Service
October 2 | 7:15 p.m. – 8:15 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 400 W Ellet Street, Philadelphia, PA 19144
Cost: Free
Denomination: Conservative
Erev Rosh Hashanah is the first moment of the new year, when everything is possible. This service offers a chance to come together in self-reflection as the melodies of the High Holidays, as well as melodies from around the world, weave themselves through one’s heart, mind and spirit. No registration required.
Kol Tzedek
Erev Rosh Hashanah
October 2 | 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 801 S 48th St, Philadelphia, PA 19143
Cost: A $180 Donation is Strongly Suggested or Required
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Have a festive dinner at home and then join Rabbi Ari Lev Fornari & Rabbi Monica Gomery to welcome the new year. This will begin the 10-day immersive journey of reflection and transformation. All are welcome at Kol Tzedek High Holiday Services. In each service, a member will share a reflection on the theme of L’dor v’Dor: From generation to generation! To register, click here.
South Philadelphia Shtiebel
Erev Rosh Hashanah
October 2 | 6:20 p.m. – 7:20 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 1311 South Juniper Street, Philadelphia PA 19147
Cost: Free
Denomination: Orthodox
The Yamim Noraim are a highlight to the Shtiebel year. Join Rabbanit Dasi Fruchter for spirited prayer, connective gatherings, and vibrant Torah learning throughout the High Holiday Season. Advanced registration is not required.
Temple Beth Zion – Beth Israel
RH^2 in Rittenhouse Square is Back for its Tenth Year
October 2 | 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 1800 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19103
Cost: Free
Denomination: Conservative
Celebrating the High Holy Days is as easy as a walk in the park. Join for the 10th year of music in Rittenhouse Square with an evening of spirited music. Participants are invited to bring a blanket, lawn chairs and a picnic dinner to listen to wonderful music by Dan Blacksberg and his extremely talented band of musicians. To register, email Julia Pollock at communications@bzbi.org.
Rosh Hashanah Day 1: October 3 | Philadelphia (Excluding Northeast)
Congregation Leyv Ha-Ir ~ Heart of the City
Rosh Hashanah Day One
October 3 | 10:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 2125 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19103
Cost: A $150 Donation for 1 Adult and $200 for 2 or More Adults is Suggested
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Join Rabbi Julie Greenberg and Kohenet Avra Shapiro for a meaningful High Holy Days service for all ages in-person at First Unitarian Church or through livestream. To register, click here, email info@leyvhair.org or call 215.629.1995.
Congregation Rodeph Shalom
Rosh Hashanah Contemporary Service
October 3 | 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 615 N Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19123
Cost: Free
Denomination: Reform
Join Rabbi Jill Maderer, Rabbi Eli Freedman and Cantor Brad Hyman in-person or through livestream to celebrate and pray in meaningful services that draw from a wide variety of liturgy, teachings and music. To register, email Steven Share at sshare@rodephshalom.org or call 267.930.7286.
Congregation Rodeph Shalom
Rosh Hashanah Classical Service
October 3 | 11:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 615 N Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19123
Cost: Free
Denomination: Reform
Join Rabbi Jill Maderer, Rabbi Eli Freedman and Cantor Brad Hyman in-person or through livestream to celebrate and pray in meaningful services that draw from a wide variety of liturgy, teachings and music. To register, email Steven Share at sshare@rodephshalom.org or call 267.930.7286.
Folkshuk
Folkshul’s Rosh Hashanah Observances
October 3 | 2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 47 W. Coulter St., Philadelphia, PA 19144
Cost: Free
Denomination: Secular Humanist
Come and join Folkshuk in-person or through livestream for a meaningful, fun observance of Rosh Hashanah! All ages are welcome to attend. Adult and Family observances run simultaneously. The adult program is for those from 5th grade up and the family/kids program is for those in 4th grade and younger and will include crafts, stories and music. To register, click here or email Leah Wright at leah@folkshul.org.
Germantown Jewish Centre
Charry Service
October 3 | 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 400 W Ellet Street, Philadelphia, PA 19144
Cost: A Donation of $36-$200 is Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
Join Rabbi Adam Zeff, student Rabbi Maria Pulzetti and Nina Peskin in-person or through livestream for High Holiday services. The services will showcase the diversity of the community and a wide variety of spiritual experiences. The Charry Service focuses on beautiful, participatory prayer and deep learning in the context of a shorter, traditional, egalitarian service. To register, click here.
Kol Tzedek
Rosh Hashanah Day One
October 3 | 8:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 801 S 48th St, Philadelphia, PA 19143
Cost: A $180 Donation is Strongly Suggested or Required
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Join Rabbi Ari Lev Fornari & Rabbi Monica Gomery for joyful and participatory services, weaving traditional liturgy, poetry and contemporary reflections. A Reconstructionist High Holiday Machzor will be used with full english transliteration. Participants are invited to harmonize, listen and connect as the service makes its way through psalms, shacharit, a traditional Torah service, followed by Mussaf. In each service, a member will share a reflection on the theme of L’dor v’dor: From generation to generation! To register, click here.
Makom Community
Family Rosh Hashanah Celebration
October 3 | 9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 2401 Washington Ave Philadelphia, PA 19121
Cost: Free
Denomination: Non-Denominational
Hear the shofar and celebrate the new year with Makom Community and jkidphilly. Everyone is invited to attend. To register, click here or email micah@makomcommunity.org.
9:00 am – Traditional Service and Brief Yizkor at Main Line Reform Temple
9:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.- Free play at Makom
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.- Rosh Hashanah Celebration & Shofar Blowing
11:00 a.m. – 1:45 p.m.- free play at Makom
Mekor Habracha/Center City Synagogue
Rosh Hashanah Service
October 3 | 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 1500 Walnut Street, Suite 206, Phila, PA 19102
Cost: A Donation is Strongly Suggested or Required
Denomination: Orthodox
Join Rabbi Eliezer Hirsch and Rabbi Steven Gotlib for morning services to commemorate the first day of Rosh Hashanah. To register, click here or call 215.525.4246.
South Philadelphia Shtiebel
Rosh Hashana Davening
October 3 | 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 1311 South Juniper Street, Philadelphia PA 19147
Cost: Free
Denomination: Orthodox
The Yamim Noraim are a highlight to the Shtiebel year. Join Rabbanit Dasi Fruchter for spirited prayer, connective gatherings and vibrant Torah learning throughout the High Holiday season. To register, click here or email info@southphiladelphiashtiebel.org.
Rosh Hashanah Day 2: October 4 | Philadelphia (Excluding Northeast)
Congregation Leyv Ha-Ir ~ Heart of the City
Rosh Hashanah Day Two
October 5 | 10:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 2125 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19103
Cost: A $150 Donation for 1 Adult and $200 for 2 or More Adults is Suggested
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Join Rabbi Julie Greenberg and Kohenet Avra Shapiro for a meaningful High Holy Days service for all ages in-person at First Unitarian Church or through livestream. To register, click hTo register, click here, email info@leyvhair.org or call 215.629.1995.
Germantown Jewish Centre
Rosh Hashanah Day 2
October 4 | 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 400 W Ellet Street, Philadelphia, PA 19144
Cost: A Donation of $36-$200 is Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
Join Rabbi Adam Zeff, student Rabbi Maria Pulzetti and Nina Peskin in-person or through livestream for the Charry service. The services will showcase the diversity of the community and a wide variety of spiritual experiences. The service will focus on beautiful, participatory prayer and deep learning in the context of a shorter, traditional, egalitarian service. To register, click here.
Kol Tzedek
Rosh Hashanah Day Two
October 4 | 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 801 S 48th St, Philadelphia, PA 19143
Cost: A $180 Donation is Strongly Suggested or Required
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Join Rabbi Ari Lev Fornari & Rabbi Monica Gomery for joyful and participatory services, weaving traditional liturgy, poetry and contemporary reflections. A Reconstructionist High Holiday Machzor will be used with full english transliteration. Participants are invited to harmonize, listen and connect as the service makes its way through psalms, shacharit, a traditional Torah service, followed by Mussaf. In each service, a member will share a reflection on the theme of L’dor v’dor: From generation to generation! To register, click here.
Mekor Habracha/Center City Synagogue
Rosh Hashanah Day Two
October 4 | 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 1500 Walnut Street, Suite 206, Phila, PA 19102
Cost: A Donation is Strongly Suggested or Required
Denomination: Orthodox
Join Rabbi Eliezer Hirsch and Rabbi Steven Gotlib for morning services to commemorate the second day of Rosh Hashanah. To register, click here or call 215.525.4246.
South Philadelphia Shtiebel
Rosh Hashanah Davening
October 4 | 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 1311 South Juniper Street, Philadelphia PA 19147
Cost: Free
Denomination: Orthodox
The Yamim Noraim are a highlight to the Shtiebel year. Join Rabbanit Dasi Fruchter for spirited prayer, connective gatherings and vibrant Torah learning throughout the High Holiday Season. To register, click here or email info@southphiladelphiashtiebel.org.
Taschlich | Philadelphia (Excluding Northeast)
Congregation Rodeph Shalom
Tashlich Service
October 3 | 2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: Fairmount Water Works Gazebo
Cost: Free
Denomination: Reform
Join Rabbi Jill Maderer at Fairmount Water Works for a Tashlich service. Tashlich is a ceremony of casting away sins or wrongdoings from the past year to improve and move forward in life. Find leaves and twigs to throw into the water so as to not introduce foreign elements into the environment. To register, email Sophia Schwab at clergyoffice@rodephshalom.org.
Folkshuk
Folkshul’s Sukkot and Tashlich Observance
October 20 | 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 6199 W. Mill Rd., Flourtown, PA 19031
Cost: Free
Denomination: Secular Humanist
Join Folkshuk for a fun celebration of Sukkot with music, crafts, stories, activities and Tashlich in the creek at the end! This program is geared towards families but all ages are welcome. To register, email Leah Wright at leah@folkshul.org or click here.
Germantown Jewish Centre
Tashlich
October 3 | 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
In-Person
Address: 400 W Ellet Street, Philadelphia, PA 19144
Cost: Free
Denomination: Conservative
Join Rabbi Adam Zeff for a contemplative walk and Tashlich ritual. No registration required.
South Philadelphia Shtiebel
Tashlich at the Singing Fountain
October 3 | 5:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 1538 S 11th St, Philadelphia, PA 19147
Cost: Free
Denomination: Orthodox
Join for a Tashlich experience for all ages! No registration necessary.
Kol Nidre | Philadelphia (Excluding Northeast)
Congregation Leyv Ha-Ir ~ Heart of the City
Kol Nidre
October 11 | 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 2125 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19103
Cost: A $150 Donation for 1 Adult and $200 for 2 or More Adults is Suggested
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Join Rabbi Julie Greenberg and Kohenet Avra Shapiro for a meaningful High Holy Days service for all ages in-person at First Unitarian Church or through livestream. To register, click here, email info@leyvhair.org or call 215.629.1995.
Congregation Rodeph Shalom
Kol Nidre Service
October 11 | 7:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 615 N Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19123
Cost: Free
Denomination: Reform
Join Rabbi Jill Maderer, Rabbi Eli Freedman and Cantor Brad Hyman in-person or through livestream for an uplifting experience of community, prayer and music to commemorate the High Holidays. To register, email Steven Share at sshare@rodephshalom.org or call 267.930.7286.
Germantown Jewish Centre
Kol Nidre
October 11 | 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 400 W Ellet Street, Philadelphia, PA 19144
Cost: A Donation of $36-$200 is Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
At Germantown Jewish Centre the High Holiday services showcase the diversity of the community and a wide variety of spiritual experiences. Join Rabbi Adam Zeff, Student Rabbi Maria Pulzetti and Nina Peskin for the Charry Service, which focuses on beautiful, participatory prayer and deep learning in the context of a shorter, traditional, egalitarian service. To register, click here.
Kol Tzedek
Kol Nidre
October 11 | 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 801 S 48th St, Philadelphia, PA 19143
Cost: A $180 Donation is Strongly Suggested or Required
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Join Rabbi Ari Lev Fornari & Rabbi Monica Gomery for the ancient chanting of Kol Nidre, where ritual and song release our imperfections and create the possibility of wholeness within us. In each service, a member will share a reflection on the theme of L’dor v’dor: From generation to generation! To register, click here.
Mekor Habracha/Center City Synagogue
Kol Nidre Service
October 11 | 6:15 p.m. – 7:15 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 1500 Walnut Street, Suite 206, Phila, PA 19102
Cost: A Donation is Strongly Suggested or Required
Denomination: Orthodox
Join Rabbi Eliezer Hirsch and Rabbi Steven Gotlib for a Kol Nidre service. To register, click here or call 215.525.4246.
South Philadelphia Shtiebel
Kol Nidre
October 11 | 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. or 9:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 1311 South Juniper Street, Philadelphia PA 19147
Cost: Free
Denomination: Orthodox
The Yamim Noraim are a highlight to the Shtiebel year. Join Rabbanit Dasi Fruchter for spirited prayer, connective gatherings and vibrant Torah learning throughout the High Holiday Season. To register, click here or email info@southphiladelphiashtiebel.org.
Yom Kippur Morning: October 12 | Philadelphia (Excluding Northeast)
Congregation Leyv Ha-Ir ~ Heart of the City
Yom Kippur Morning
October 12 | 10:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 2125 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19103
Cost: A $150 Donation for 1 Adult and $200 for 2 or More Adults is Suggested
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Join Rabbi Julie Greenberg and Kohenet Avra Shapiro for a meaningful High Holy Days service for all ages in-person at First Unitarian Church or through livestream. To register, click here, email info@leyvhair.org or call 215.629.1995.
Congregation Rodeph Shalom
Yom Kippur Contemporary Service
October 12 | 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 615 N Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19123
Cost: Free
Denomination: Reform
Join Rabbi Jill Maderer, Rabbi Eli Freedman and Cantor Brad Hyman in-person or through livestream to celebrate and pray in meaningful services that draw from a wide variety of liturgy, teachings and music. To register, email Steven Share at sshare@rodephshalom.org or call 267.930.7286.
Congregation Rodeph Shalom
Yom Kippur Classical Service
October 12 | 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 615 N Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19123
Cost: Free
Denomination: Reform
Join Rabbi Jill Maderer, Rabbi Eli Freedman and Cantor Brad Hyman in-person or through livestream to celebrate and pray in meaningful services that draw from a wide variety of liturgy, readings for study and music. To register, email Steven Share at sshare@rodephshalom.org or call 267.930.7286.
Germantown Jewish Centre
Charry Service
October 12 | 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 400 W Ellet Street, Philadelphia, PA 19144
Cost: A Donation of $36-$200 is Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
Join Rabbi Adam Zeff, student Rabbi Maria Pulzetti and Nina Peskin in-person or through livestream for High Holiday services. The services will showcase the diversity of the community and a wide variety of spiritual experiences. The Charry Service focuses on beautiful, participatory prayer and deep learning in the context of a shorter, traditional, egalitarian service. To register, click here.
Kol Tzedek
Yom Kippur
October 12 | 8:30 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 801 S 48th St, Philadelphia, PA 19143
Cost: A $180 Donation is Strongly Suggested or Required
Denomination: Reconstructionist
All are welcome for a full day of song, silence, reflection, workshops and services. In each service, a member will share a reflection on the theme of L’dor v’dor. Please register to receive access to links and locations. All day, people are encouraged to visit the Azazel goat public art installation at the corner of 48th and Baltimore to participate in the ancient rite of cleansing the soul. Please either bring paper and pen or pre-write your transgression on paper to insert into the belly of this holy goat. To register, click here.
Mekor Habracha/Center City Synagogue
Yom Kippur
October 12 | 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 1500 Walnut Street, Suite 206, Phila, PA 19102
Cost: A Donation is Strongly Suggested or Required
Denomination: Orthodox
Join Rabbi Eliezer Hirsch and Rabbi Steven Gotlib to commemorate Yom Kippur and for a Yizkor service. To register, click here or call 215.525.4246.
Yom Kippur Afternoon: October 12 | Philadelphia (Excluding Northeast)
Congregation Leyv Ha-Ir ~ Heart of the City
Minchah/Ne’ilah Service
October 12 | 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 2125 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19103
Cost: A $150 Donation for 1 Adult and $200 for 2 or More Adults is Suggested
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Join Rabbi Julie Greenberg and Kohenet Avra Shapiro for a meaningful High Holy Days service for all ages in-person at First Unitarian Church or through livestream. To register, click here, email info@leyvhair.org or call 215.629.1995.
Congregation Rodeph Shalom
Yom Kippur Afternoon Service
October 12 | 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 615 N Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19123
Cost: Free
Denomination: Reform
Join Rabbi Jill Maderer, Rabbi Eli Freedman and Cantor Brad Hyman in-person or through livestream for an uplifting experience of community, prayer and music to commemorate the High Holidays. No registration is required.
Congregation Rodeph Shalom
Yom Kippur Family Experience
October 12 | 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 1311 South Juniper Street, Philadelphia PA 19147
Cost: Free
Denomination: Orthodox
Join for a one-hour service jam-packed with engagement for families with children 0-10 years old. To register, click here.
Folkshuk
Folkshul’s Yom Kippur Observance
October 12 | 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 47 W. Coulter St., Philadelphia, PA 19144
Cost: Free
Denomination: Secular Humanist
Come and join Folkshuk in-person or through livestream for a meaningful, historic observance of Yom Kipur. All ages are welcome to attend. Adult and Family observances run simultaneously. The adult program is for those from 5th grade up and the family/kids program is for those in 4th grade and younger and will include crafts, stories and music. To register, click here or email Leah Wright at leah@folkshul.org.
Germantown Jewish Centre
Charry Service
October 12 | 3:45 p.m. – 7:15 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 400 W Ellet Street, Philadelphia, PA 19144
Cost: A Donation of $36-$200 is Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
Join Rabbi Adam Zeff, student Rabbi Maria Pulzetti and Nina Peskin in-person or through livestream for High Holiday services. The services will showcase the diversity of the community and a wide variety of spiritual experiences. The Charry Service focuses on beautiful, participatory prayer and deep learning in the context of a shorter, traditional, egalitarian service. To register, click here.
Yizkor | Philadelphia (Excluding Northeast)
Congregation Leyv Ha-Ir ~ Heart of the City
Yizkor (Memorial) Service
October 12 | 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 2125 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19103
Cost: A $150 Donation for 1 Adult and $200 for 2 or More Adults is Suggested
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Join Rabbi Julie Greenberg and Kohenet Avra Shapiro for a meaningful High Holy Days service for all ages in-person at First Unitarian Church or through livestream. To register, click here, email info@leyvhair.org or call 215.629.1995.
Congregation Rodeph Shalom
Yizkor
October 12 | 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 615 N Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19123
Cost: Free
Denomination: Reform
Join Rabbi Jill Maderer, Rabbi Eli Freedman and Cantor Brad Hyman in-person or through livestream for an uplifting experience of community, prayer and music to commemorate the High Holidays. No registration is required.
Germantown Jewish Centre
Charry Service
October 12 | 12:00 p.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 400 W Ellet Street, Philadelphia, PA 19144
Cost: A Donation of $36-$200 is Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
Join Rabbi Adam Zeff, Student Rabbi Maria Pulzetti and Nina Peskin in-person at the Germantown Jewish Centre or through livestream for High Holiday services, which showcase the diversity of the community and a wide variety of spiritual experiences. The Charry Service focuses on beautiful, participatory prayer and deep learning in the context of a shorter, traditional, egalitarian service. To register, click here.
Other | Philadelphia (Excluding Northeast)
Germantown Jewish Centre
Rosh Hashanah JAM
October 2 | 6:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 400 W Ellet Street, Philadelphia, PA 19144
Cost: Free
Denomination: Conservative
On Erev Rosh Hashanah, enter a lush dreamscape where life-size puppets tell the story of how the tradition of eating apples and honey first began. How did Adam and Eve discover that honey was good? And how did they meet that fuzzy bee? This original story is written and narrated by Rabbi Adam Zeff. This program is geared towards children aged 0-6 and their older siblings and grown-ups, but can also be enjoyed by those of any age. To register, click here.
Germantown Jewish Centre
Minyan Masorti
October 3 | 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 400 W Ellet Street, Philadelphia, PA 19144
Cost: A Donation of $36-$200 is Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
At Germantown Jewish Centre, the High Holiday services showcase the diversity of the community and a wide variety of spiritual experiences. Minyan Masorti, a member-led conservative minyan, is an egalitarian davening community of people with diverse beliefs, politics, and Jewish backgrounds, where leading services, reading Torah and Haftarah, and teaching are shared by the community. To register, click here.
Germantown Jewish Centre
Minyan Dorshei Derekh
October 3 | 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 400 W Ellet Street, Philadelphia, PA 19144
Cost: A Donation of $36-$200 is Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
At Germantown Jewish Centre, the High Holiday services showcase the diversity of the community and a wide variety of spiritual experiences. This member-led Reconstructionist minyan puts an emphasis on singing, with a full P’sukei d’Zimra (preliminary service), and interactive discussion during the d’var Torah. To register, click here.
Germantown Jewish Centre
Charry Service
October 4 | 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 400 W Ellet Street, Philadelphia, PA 19144
Cost: A Donation of $36-$200 is Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
Join Rabbi Adam Zeff, student Rabbi Maria Pulzetti and Nina Peskin in-person or through livestream for High Holiday services. The services will showcase the diversity of the community and a wide variety of spiritual experiences. The Charry Service focuses on beautiful, participatory prayer and deep learning in the context of a shorter, traditional, egalitarian service. To register, click here.
Germantown Jewish Centre
Minyan Masorti
October 4 | 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 400 W Ellet Street, Philadelphia, PA 19144
Cost: A Donation of $36-$200 is Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
At Germantown Jewish Centre, the High Holiday services showcase the diversity of the community and a wide variety of spiritual experiences. Minyan Masorti, a member-led conservative minyan, is an egalitarian davening community of people with diverse beliefs, politics, and Jewish backgrounds, where leading services, reading Torah and Haftarah, and teaching are shared by the community. To register, click here.
Germantown Jewish Centre
Minyan Dorshei Derekh
October 4 | 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 400 W Ellet Street, Philadelphia, PA 19144
Cost: A Donation of $36-$200 is Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
At Germantown Jewish Centre, the High Holiday services showcase the diversity of the community and a wide variety of spiritual experiences. This member-led Reconstructionist minyan puts an emphasis on singing, with a full P’sukei d’Zimra (preliminary service), and interactive discussion during the d’var Torah. To register, click here.
Germantown Jewish Centre
Minyan Masorti
October 11 | 6:00 p.m. – 8:45 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 400 W Ellet Street, Philadelphia, PA 19144
Cost: A Donation of $36-$200 is Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
At Germantown Jewish Centre, the High Holiday services showcase the diversity of the community and a wide variety of spiritual experiences. Minyan Masorti, a member-led conservative minyan, is an egalitarian davening community of people with diverse beliefs, politics, and Jewish backgrounds, where leading services, reading Torah and Haftarah, and teaching are shared by the community. To register, click here.
Germantown Jewish Centre
Minyan Masorti
October 12 | 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 400 W Ellet Street, Philadelphia, PA 19144
Cost: A Donation of $36-$200 is Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
At Germantown Jewish Centre, the High Holiday services showcase the diversity of the community and a wide variety of spiritual experiences. Minyan Masorti, a member-led conservative minyan, is an egalitarian davening community of people with diverse beliefs, politics, and Jewish backgrounds, where leading services, reading Torah and Haftarah, and teaching are shared by the community. To register, click here.
Germantown Jewish Centre
Minyan Dorshei Derekh
October 11 | 6:00 p.m. – 8:45 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 400 W Ellet Street, Philadelphia, PA 19144
Cost: A Donation of $36-$200 is Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
At Germantown Jewish Centre, the High Holiday services showcase the diversity of the community and a wide variety of spiritual experiences. This member-led Reconstructionist minyan puts an emphasis on singing, with a full P’sukei d’Zimra (preliminary service), and interactive discussion during the d’var Torah. To register, click here.
Germantown Jewish Centre
Family Kol Nidre Service for All Ages
October 11 | 6:15 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 400 W Ellet Street, Philadelphia, PA 19144
Cost: A Donation of $36-$200 is Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
Join Germantown Jewish Centre for a family-oriented Kol Nidrei service, appropriate for kids of all ages! To register, click here.
Germantown Jewish Centre
Minyan Dorshei Derekh
October 12 | 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 400 W Ellet Street, Philadelphia, PA 19144
Cost: A Donation of $36-$200 is Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
At Germantown Jewish Centre, the High Holiday services showcase the diversity of the community and a wide variety of spiritual experiences. This member-led Reconstructionist minyan puts an emphasis on singing, with a full P’sukei d’Zimra (preliminary service), and interactive discussion during the d’var Torah. To register, click here.
Germantown Jewish Centre
Minyan Masorti
October 12 | 12:00 p.m. – 12:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 400 W Ellet Street, Philadelphia, PA 19144
Cost: A Donation of $36-$200 is Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
At Germantown Jewish Centre, the High Holiday services showcase the diversity of the community and a wide variety of spiritual experiences. Minyan Masorti, a member-led conservative minyan, is an egalitarian davening community of people with diverse beliefs, politics, and Jewish backgrounds, where leading services, reading Torah and Haftarah, and teaching are shared by the community. To register, click here.
Germantown Jewish Centre
Minyan Dorshei Derekh
October 12 | 12:30 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 400 W Ellet Street, Philadelphia, PA 19144
Cost: A Donation of $36-$200 is Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
At Germantown Jewish Centre, the High Holiday services showcase the diversity of the community and a wide variety of spiritual experiences. This member-led Reconstructionist minyan puts an emphasis on singing, with a full P’sukei d’Zimra (preliminary service), and interactive discussion during the d’var Torah. To register, click here.
Germantown Jewish Centre
Minyan Masorti
October 12 | 4:15 p.m. – 7:15 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 400 W Ellet Street, Philadelphia, PA 19144
Cost: A Donation of $36-$200 is Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
At Germantown Jewish Centre, the High Holiday services showcase the diversity of the community and a wide variety of spiritual experiences. Minyan Masorti, a member-led conservative minyan, is an egalitarian davening community of people with diverse beliefs, politics, and Jewish backgrounds, where leading services, reading Torah and Haftarah, and teaching are shared by the community. To register, click here.
Germantown Jewish Centre
Minyan Dorshei Derekh
October 12 | 5:00 p.m. – 7:15 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 400 W Ellet Street, Philadelphia, PA 19144
Cost: A Donation of $36-$200 is Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
At Germantown Jewish Centre, the High Holiday services showcase the diversity of the community and a wide variety of spiritual experiences. This member-led Reconstructionist minyan puts an emphasis on singing, with a full P’sukei d’Zimra (preliminary service), and interactive discussion during the d’var Torah. To register, click here.
Germantown Jewish Centre
Kids’ N’ilah
October 12 | 5:45 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 400 W Ellet Street, Philadelphia, PA 19144
Cost: A Donation of $36-$200 is Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
Join a children’s service for those in 2nd grade and up. Participants will enjoy stories, mindfulness and singing at the end of Yom Kippur. To register, click here.
Kol Tzedek
Hilchot Teshuva: Morning Elul Learning
September 3 – September 27 | 9:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Virtual Program
Cost: A $180 Donation is Strongly Suggested or Required
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Join Rabbi Ari Lev Fornari and Rabbi Monica Gomery for spiritual preparation for the Days of Awe. Participants can gather online each morning Tuesday – Friday at 9:30 a.m. throughout the month of Elul, September 3 – 27. The service will begin by singing Psalm 27, then study a selection of teachings from the Rambam’s Laws of Teshuva, and conclude with the blowing of the shofar. Contemporary commentaries and creative reflections are encouraged. To register, click here.
Kol Tzedek
Selichot
September 28 | 9:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 801 S 48th St, Philadelphia, PA 19143
Cost: Free
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Join musicians and prayer leaders from the Kol Tzedek community for a gorgeous night of song, poetry, and contemplation, in preparation for the Days of Awe. Selichot prayers are designed to open up one’s hearts and begin the work of teshuva, reflection and return. There will be meditation from 9:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. and singing will begin at 9:30 p.m. No registration required.
Mekor Habracha/Center City Synagogue
Book of Life Class with Rabbi Hirsch
October 24 | 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 1500 Walnut Street, Suite 206, Phila, PA 19102
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Orthodox
Join Rabbi Eliezer Hirsch for a High Holiday class based on Rabbi Hirsch’s book, “The Book of Life: A Transformative Guide to the High Holidays.” This class will upend common misconceptions and provide fresh insights to make your holidays a more powerful and meaningful experience. To register, email mekorhabracha@gmail.org or call 215.525.4246.
South Philadelphia Shtiebel
Rosh Hashanah Family Experience
October 3 | 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 1311 South Juniper Street, Philadelphia PA 19147
Cost: Free
Denomination: Orthodox
This one-hour service is jam-packed with engagement for families with children 0-10 years old. To register, click here or email info@southphiladelphiashtiebel.org.