It’s almost 5787! Explore 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 community@jewishphilly.org with some information about what type of experience you are seeking. We will be in touch with you to provide guidance in your High Holiday journey.
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: Sept. 11 | Bucks county
Congregation Brothers of Israel
Erev Rosh Hashanah
Sept. 11 | 7-8 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 530 Washington Crossing Road, Newtown, PA 18940
Cost: Free
Denomination: Conservative
This is a traditional and uplifting Conservative Friday night service. Babysitting is available upon request. To register, email Sharon Segarra at sharon.segarra@cboi.org.
Congregation Tifereth Israel of Lower Bucks County
Mincha and Maariv
Sept. 11 | 6-7 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 2909 Bristol Road, Bensalem, PA 19020
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
Join Congregation Tifereth Israel for traditional weekday Mincha and Rosh Hashanah Maariv services. To learn more, contact Eileen Zeisler at ezeisler@tiferethisraelpa.org or 215.752.3468.
Lubavitch of Bucks County
Erev Rosh Hashanah
Sept. 11 | 7:20-7:50 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 25 North State Street, Newtown, PA 18940
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Orthodox
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 Seder and Dinner
Sept. 11 | 5:30-8 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 38 Rogers Road, Furlong, PA 18925
Cost: $45 Non-Members, $36 Members, $10 Children Under 10
Denomination: Reform
Join us for our annual festive Seder for the New Year followed by a holiday meal. This is a catered event. This event will be instead of a formal Rosh Hashanah evening service. To register, call 215.348.5022 or email Judea@TempleJudea.org.
Tiferes B’Nai Israel
Erev Rosh Hashanah/Shabbat Service
Sept. 11 | 7:30-8:15 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 2478 Street Road, Warrington, PA 18976
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Other
Get your New Year off to a great start by joining us for services! Contact Louis Cohen at 215.343.0155 with any questions. No need to register.
Rosh Hashanah Day 1: Sept. 12 | Bucks county
Congregation Brothers of Israel
Rosh Hashanah Day 1
Sept. 12 | 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 530 Washington Crossing Road, Newtown, PA 18940
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
This is a traditional conservative and uplifting holiday service. There is no shofar on Shabbat. Babysitting and children’s services are available from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. To register, email Sharon Segarra at sharon.segarra@cboi.org.
Congregation Tifereth Israel of Lower Bucks County
Morning Rosh Hashanah and Shabbat Service
Sept. 12 | 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 2909 Bristol Road, Bensalem, PA 19020
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
Join Congregation Tifereth Israel for a traditional Rosh Hashanah service with Shabbat modifications. To learn more, contact Eileen Zeisler at ezeisler@tiferethisraelpa.org or 215.752.3468.
Congregation Tifereth Israel of Lower Bucks County
Family Service
Sept. 12 | 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 2909 Bristol Road, Bensalem, PA 19020
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
Join Congregation Tifereth Israel for a modified Rosh Hashanah service geared toward families with children ages 5 to 11. To learn more, contact Eileen Zeisler at ezeisler@tiferethisraelpa.org or 215.752.3468.
Congregation Tifereth Israel of Lower Bucks County
Mincha and Maariv
Sept. 12 | 7-8 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 2909 Bristol Road, Bensalem, PA 19020
Cost: Free
Denomination: Conservative
Join Congregation Tifereth Israel for a traditional Rosh Hashanah afternoon service with a weekday evening service for the conclusion of the holiday. To learn more, contact Eileen Zeisler at ezeisler@tiferethisraelpa.org or 215.752.3468.
Lubavitch of Bucks County
Rosh Hashanah Day One
Sept. 12 | 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 25 North State Street, Newtown, PA 18940
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Orthodox
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.
Lubavitch of Bucks County
Rosh Hashanah Day One Evening Service
Sept. 12 | 7:55-8:55 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 25 North 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.
Lubavitch of Yardley
Rosh Hashanah Day One Main Service
Sept. 12 | 9:45-11:15 a.m.
In-Person Program
Address:1444 Yardley-Newtown Road, Yardley, PA 19067
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Orthodox
Join Lubavitch of Yardley’s Rosh Hashanah main service. There will also be a complete children’s program during the service at 10:15 a.m. Join us for a wonderful family experience filled with fun! Enjoy tasting apples and honey, decorating cupcakes, engaging in epic games and activities, and listening to the shofar blast. Tickets and prizes will be available and lunch will be provided. To register, click here or contact Rabbi Zalman Blecher at rabbi@jewishyardley.com.
Lubavitch of Yardley
Rosh Hashanah Day One Evening Service
Sept. 12 | 6:30-8 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 1444 Yardley-Newtown Road, Yardley, PA 19067
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Orthodox
Our services feature easy-to-follow Hebrew/English prayer books and contemporary insights, ensuring an experience that’s both accessible and deeply meaningful. Experience a warm, welcoming atmosphere that will leave you feeling enriched and uplifted. No membership is required, just a simple reservation. Welcome the New Year in a spirit of community and joy. Come feel connected and renewed as we embark on a new year together. To register, click here or contact Rabbi Zalman Blecher at rabbi@jewishyardley.com.
Temple Judea of Bucks County
Very Young Children’s Service
Sept. 12 | 9-9:30 a.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 38 Rogers Road, Furlong, PA 18925
Cost: $218 Per Adult for All High-Holiday Services, Excluding the Erev Rosh Hashanah Seder
Denomination: Reform
An interactive celebration of Rosh Hashanah in half an hour. Geared for children in Kindergarten and younger. To register, call 215.348.5022 or email Judea@TempleJudea.org.
Temple Judea of Bucks County
Rosh Hashanah Adult Service
Sept. 12 | 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 38 Rogers Road, Furlong, PA 18925
Cost: $218 Per Adult for All High-Holiday Services, Excluding the Erev Rosh Hashanah Seder
Denomination: Reform
Celebrate the New Year in prayer and hear the Shofar sounded. This service is appropriate for B’nai Mitzvah age and up. To register, call 215.348.5022 or email Judea@TempleJudea.org.
Temple Judea of Bucks County
Rosh Hashanah Family Service
Sept. 12 | 1:30-3 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 38 Rogers Road, Furlong, PA 18925
Cost: $218 Per Adult for All High-Holiday Services, Excluding the Erev Rosh Hashanah Seder
Denomination: Reform
This service is geared toward elementary school ages. To register, call 215.348.5022 or email Judea@TempleJudea.org.
Tiferes B’Nai Israel
Rosh Hashanah/Shabbat Services
Sept. 12 | 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 2478 Street Road, Warrington, PA 18976
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Other
Get your New Year off to a great start by joining us for services! Contact Louis Cohen at 215.343.0155 with any questions. No need to register.
Rosh Hashanah Day 2: Sept. 13 | Bucks county
Congregation Beth El of Bucks County
Rosh Hashanah Day Two Services
Sept. 13 | 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 375 Stony Hill Road, Morrisville, PA 19067
Cost: Free
Denomination: Conservative
Join Rabbi Amiel Monson and Hazzan Howard Dardashti for High Holiday services as we come together in prayer, reflection and community. Beverages and snacks are provided throughout the day. To register, contact Barbara Schwartz at office@bethelyardley.org or 215.493.1707.
Congregation Brothers of Israel
Rosh Hashanah Day Two Services
Sept. 13 | 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 530 Washington Crossing Road, Newtown, PA 18940
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
This is a traditional conservative and uplifting holiday service. Babysitting and children’s services are available from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. To register, email Sharon Segarra at sharon.segarra@cboi.org.
Congregation Tifereth Israel of Lower Bucks County
Rosh Hashanah Morning Service
Sept. 13 | 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 2909 Bristol Road, Bensalem, PA 19020
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
Join Congregation Tifereth Israel for a traditional Rosh Hashanah morning service. To learn more, contact Eileen Zeisler at ezeisler@tiferethisraelpa.org or 215.752.3468.
Congregation Tifereth Israel of Lower Bucks County
Family Service
Sept. 13 | 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 2909 Bristol Road, Bensalem, PA 19020
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
Join Congregation Tifereth Israel for a modified Rosh Hashanah service for families with children ages 5 to 11. To learn more, contact Eileen Zeisler at ezeisler@tiferethisraelpa.org or 215.752.3468.
Lubavitch of Bucks County
Rosh Hashanah Day Two
Sept. 13 | 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 25 North State Street, Newtown, PA 18940
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Orthodox
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.
Lubavitch of Bucks County
Shofar in the Park
Sept. 13 | 5:30-6 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 25 North State Street, Newtown, PA 18940
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Orthodox
Lubavitch of Bucks County invites you to an outdoor Shofar sounding ceremony. We will gather in Pickering Field around the flag in the outfield. For more information, click here.
Lubavitch of Yardley
Rosh Hashanah Day Two
Sept. 13 | 9:45-11:15 a.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 1444 Yardley-Newtown Road, Yardley, PA 19067
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Orthodox
Join Lubavitch of Yardley’s Rosh Hashanah main service. There will also be a complete children’s program during the service at 10:15 a.m. Join us for a wonderful family experience filled with fun! Enjoy tasting apples and honey, decorating cupcakes, engaging in epic games and activities and listening to the shofar blast. Tickets and prizes will be available and lunch will be provided. To register, click here or contact Rabbi Zalman Blecher at rabbi@jewishyardley.com.
Lubavitch of Yardley
Rosh Hashanah Day 2 Service
Sept. 13 | 6:40-8:10 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 1444 Yardley-Newtown Road, Yardley, PA 19067
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Orthodox
Our services feature easy-to-follow Hebrew/English prayer books and contemporary insights, ensuring an experience that’s both accessible and deeply meaningful. Experience a warm, welcoming atmosphere that will leave you feeling enriched and uplifted. No membership is required, just a simple reservation. Welcome the New Year in a spirit of community and joy. Come feel connected and renewed as we embark on a new year together. To register, click here or contact Rabbi Zalman Blecher at rabbi@jewishyardley.com.
Bensalem Jewish Outreach Center
Rosh Hashanah Service
Sept. 13 | 1:30-2:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 2446 Bristol Road, Bensalem, PA 19020
Cost: Free
Denomination: Orthodox
We offer a High Holiday service that will enable you to recharge – free of charge. This one-hour explanatory service, led by Rabbi Daniel Miller, is interactive, inspirational and meaningful. You may even be inspired to sing a little! No membership or synagogue affiliation is required. Come join us for a warm and welcoming environment! Hebrew/English prayer books will be provided. After the service, join us for a community meal: $15 per adult and $10 per child. To register, click here.
Ohev Shalom of Bucks County
Rosh Hashanah Service Day Two
Sept. 13 | 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 944 Second Street Pike, Richboro, PA 18954
Cost: Free
Denomination: Conservative
Join Rabbi Leora King and Cantor Annelise Ocanto-Romo for a meaningful and joyful Shacharit and Musaf service. To learn more, contact Executive Director Barbara Glickman at bglickman@ohev.org.
Tiferes B’Nai Israel
Rosh Hashanah Services
Sept. 13 | 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 2478 Street Road, Warrington, PA 18976
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Other
Get your New Year off to a great start by joining us for services! Contact Louis Cohen at 215.343.0155 with any questions. No need to register.
Taschlich | Bucks county
Congregation Brothers of Israel
Tashlich
Sept. 13 | 5:30-6:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 530 Washington Crossing Road, Newtown, PA 18940
Cost: Free
Denomination: Conservative
A warm and embracing Tashlich service at our very own Gan Mayim, the beautiful flowing waters on our synagogue grounds. To register, email Sharon Segarra at sharon.segarra@cboi.org.
Congregation Tifereth Israel of Lower Bucks County
Tashlich
Sept. 13 | 6:15-6:45 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 2909 Bristol Road, Bensalem, PA 19020
Cost: Free
Denomination: Conservative
Join Rabbi Jeff Schnitzer for the traditional Tashlich service at the local creek. To register, email Eileen Zeisler at ezeisler@tiferethisraelpa.org.
Lubavitch of Bucks County
Tashlich Prayer
Sept. 13 | 6:30-6:45 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 25 North State Street, Newtown, PA 18940
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Orthodox
Join Rabbi Yudy, Miriam Shemtov, Rabbi Aryeh and Rosie Weinstein for a Tashlich service. To register, click here.
Lubavitch of Yardley
Tashlich
Sept. 13 | 5:45-7:15 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 1444 Yardley-Newtown Road, Yardley, PA 19067
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Orthodox
To register, click here or contact Rabbi Zalman Blecher at rabbi@jewishyardley.com.
Temple Judea of Bucks County
Tashlich and Shofar Blowing at Peace Valley Park
Sept. 13 | 3:30-4 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 264 Creek Road, Doylestown, PA 18901
Cost: Free
Denomination: Reform
Come together as we send our regrets downstream. Hear the sound of the Shofar at Peace Valley Park’s boat rental area. To register, call 215.348.5022 or email Judea@TempleJudea.org.
Kol Nidre | Bucks county
Congregation Brothers of Israel
Kol Nidre
Sept. 20 | 7-8:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 530 Washington Crossing Road, Newtown, PA 18940
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
This is a beautiful Kol Nidre song by Cantor Schnitzer and our choir. Babysitting is available per request. To register, email Sharon Segarra at sharon.segarra@cboi.org.
Congregation Tifereth Israel of Lower Bucks County
Mincha, Kol Nidre and Maariv
Sept. 20 | 7-9:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 2909 Bristol Road, Bensalem, PA 19020
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
Join Congregation Tifereth Israel for a weekday Mincha followed by Kol Nidre and a Yom Kippur evening service. To learn more, contact Eileen Zeisler at ezeisler@tiferethisraelpa.org or 215.752.3468.
Lubavitch of Bucks County
Kol Nidre
Sept. 20 | 6:40-8:40 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 25 North State Street, Newtown, PA 18940
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Orthodox
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.
Lubavitch of Yardley
Kol Nidre and Evening Services
Sept. 20 | 6:30-8 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 144 Yardley-Newtown Road, Newtown, PA 19067
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Orthodox
Join Lubavitch of Yardley for Kol Nidre and Evening Services, followed by a children’s program at 6:45 p.m. Join us for a wonderful family experience! Enjoy a magic show by Randy Shine, epic games and activities. Tickets and prizes will be available. To register, click here or contact Rabbi Zalman Blecher at rabbi@jewishyardley.com.
Ohev Shalom of Bucks County
Kol Nidre Erev Yom Kippur
Sept. 20 | 6:30-8:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 944 Second Street Pike, Richboro, PA 18954
Cost: Free
Denomination: Conservative
Join Rabbi Leora King and Cantor Annelise Ocanto-Romo for a reflective and meaningful Kol Nidre and Erev Yom Kippur service. To learn more, contact Executive Director Barbara Glickman at bglickman@ohev.org.
Temple Judea of Bucks County
Kol Nidre Erev Yom Kippur
Sept. 20 | 7-9 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 38 Rogers Road, Furlong, PA 18925
Cost: $218 Per Adult for All High-Holiday Services, Excluding the Erev Rosh Hashanah Seder
Denomination: Reform
A time for prayer and reflection at the start of Yom Kippur. Musical accompaniment including the Temple Judea Choir. Appropriate for B’nai Mitzvah age or older. To register, call 215.348.5022 or email Judea@TempleJudea.org.
Tiferes B’nai Israel
Kol Nidre
Sept. 20 | 7-9 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 2478 Street Road, Warrington, PA 18976
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Other
Get your New Year off to a great start by joining us for services! Contact Louis Cohen at 215.343.0155 with any questions. No need to register.
Yom Kippur Morning: Sept. 21 | Bucks county
Congregation Brothers of Israel
Yom Kippur Morning
Sept. 21 | 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 530 Washington Crossing Road, Newtown, PA 18940
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
This is a traditional uplifting and conservative service. The Yizkor service begins at approximately 11:30 a.m. Babysitting and children’s services available from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. To register, email Sharon Segarra at sharon.segarra@cboi.org.
Congregation Tifereth Israel of Lower Bucks County
Family Service
Sept. 21 | 10 a.m.-12 a.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 2909 Bristol Road, Bensalem, PA 19020
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
Join Congregation Tifereth Israel for a modified Yom Kippur service for families with children ages 5 to 11. To learn more, contact Eileen Zeisler at ezeisler@tiferethisraelpa.org or 215.752.3468.
Congregation Tifereth Israel of Lower Bucks County
Yom Kippur Morning
Sept. 21 | 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 2909 Bristol Road, Bensalem, PA 19020
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
Join Congregation Tifereth Israel for a traditional Yom Kippur morning service. To learn more, contact Eileen Zeisler at ezeisler@tiferethisraelpa.org or 215.752.3468.
Congregation Tifereth Israel of Lower Bucks County
Family Service
Sept. 21 | 10 a.m.-12 a.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 2909 Bristol Road, Bensalem, PA 19020
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
Join Congregation Tifereth Israel for a modified Yom Kippur service for families with children ages 5 to 11. To learn more, contact Eileen Zeisler at ezeisler@tiferethisraelpa.org or 215.752.3468.
Lubavitch of Bucks County
Yom Kippur Morning
Sept. 21 | 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 25 North State Street, Newtown, PA 18940
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Orthodox
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 a.m. To register, click here.
Lubavitch of Yardley
Yom Kippur Morning Main Service
Sept. 21 | 9:30-11 a.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 1444 Yardley-Newtown Road, Yardley, PA 19067
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Orthodox
Join Lubavitch of Yardley for Yom Kippur Morning Services, followed by a children’s program at 11:15 a.m. Join us for a wonderful family experience! Enjoy a magic show by Randy Shine, epic games and activities. Tickets and prizes will be available and lunch will be provided.
To register, click here or contact Rabbi Zalman Blecher at rabbi@jewishyardley.com.
Temple Judea of Bucks County
Yom Kippur Adult Service
Sept. 21 | 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 38 Rogers Road, Furlong, PA 18925
Cost: $218 Per Adult for All High-Holiday Services, Excluding the Erev Rosh Hashanah Seder
Denomination: Reform
A time for self-reflection and prayer. Appropriate for adults B’nai Mitzvah age and older. To register, call 215.348.5022 or email Judea@TempleJudea.org.
Tiferes B’nai Israel
Yom Kippur Services
Sept. 21 | 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 2478 Street Road, Warrington, PA 18976
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Other
Get your New Year off to a great start by joining us for services! Contact Louis Cohen at 215.343.0155 with any questions. No need to register.
Yom Kippur Afternoon: Sept. 21 | Bucks county
Bensalem Jewish Outreach Center
Yom Kippur Afternoon Service
Sept. 21 | 2:30-3:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 2446 Bristol Road, Bensalem, PA 19020
Cost: Free
Denomination: Orthodox
We offer a High Holiday service that will enable you to recharge – free of charge. This one-hour explanatory service, led by Rabbi Daniel Miller, is interactive, inspirational and meaningful. You may even be inspired to sing a little! No membership or synagogue affiliation is required. Come join us for a warm and welcoming environment! Hebrew/English prayer books will be provided and Yizkor is included. To register, click here.
Congregation Brothers of Israel
Yom Kippur Afternoon
Sept. 21 | 5:30-7:45 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 530 Washington Crossing Road, Newtown, PA 18940
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
Join us for Mincha service at 5:30 and Neilah service at 6:30 p.m. Hear the sounds of the final shofar blowing at 7:40 p.m. To register, email Sharon Segarra at sharon.segarra@cboi.org.
Congregation Tifereth Israel of Lower Bucks County
Mincha, Neilah and Maariv Services
Sept. 21 | 5-7:45 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 2909 Bristol Road, Bensalem, PA 19020
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
Join Congregation Tifereth Israel for a Yom Kippur afternoon and evening service for the completion of the Holy Day. To learn more, contact Eileen Zeisler at ezeisler@tiferethisraelpa.org or 215.752.3468.
Lubavitch of Bucks County
Yom Kippur Final Neilah Services
Sept. 21 | 6:15-7:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 25 North State Street, Newtown, PA 18940
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
Join Rabbi Yudy, Miriam Shemtov, Rabbi Aryeh and Rosie Weinstein to commemorate Yom Kippur. To register, click here.
Lubavitch of Yardley
Yom Kippur Afternoon Service
Sept. 21 | 4:15-5:45 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 1444 Yardley-Newtown Road, Yardley, PA 19067
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Orthodox
To register, click here or contact Rabbi Zalman Blecher at rabbi@jewishyardley.com.
Ohev Shalom of Bucks County
Yom Kippur Afternoon and Neilah
Sept. 21 | 5:15-7:45 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 944 Second Street Pike, Richboro, PA 18954
Cost: Free
Denomination: Conservative
Join Rabbi Leora King and Cantor Annelise Ocanto-Romo for a reflective and meaningful Yom Kippur afternoon and Neilah service. To learn more, contact Executive Director Barbara Glickman at bglickman@ohev.org.
Temple Judea of Bucks County
Yom Kippur Family Service
Sept. 21 | 1:30-3 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 38 Rogers Road, Furlong, PA 18925
Cost: $218 Per Adult for All High-Holiday Services, Excluding the Erev Rosh Hashanah Seder
Denomination: Reform
Geared towards elementary school ages. To register, call 215.348.5022 or email Judea@TempleJudea.org.
Temple Judea of Bucks County
Yom Kippur Afternoon Service
Sept. 21 | 3-4 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 38 Rogers Road, Furlong, PA 18925
Cost: $218 Per Adult for All High-Holiday Services, Excluding the Erev Rosh Hashanah Seder
Denomination: Reform
A time for self-reflection and prayer. Appropriate for adults (B’nai Mitzvah age and up). To register, call 215.348.5022 or email Judea@TempleJudea.org.
Tiferes B’nai Israel
Yom Kippur/Neilah
Sept. 21 | 5:30-7:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 2478 Street Road, Warrington, PA 18976
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Other
Get your New Year off to a great start by joining us for services! Contact Louis Cohen at 215.343.0155 with any questions. No need to register.
Yizkor | Bucks county
Bensalem Jewish Outreach Center
Yom Kippur and Yizkor Service
Sept. 21 | 2:30-3:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 2446 Bristol Road, Bensalem, PA 19020
Cost: Free
Denomination: Orthodox
We offer a High Holiday service that will enable you to recharge – free of charge. This one-hour explanatory service, led by Rabbi Daniel Miller, is interactive, inspirational and meaningful. You may even be inspired to sing a little! No membership or synagogue affiliation is required. Come join us for a warm and welcoming environment! Hebrew/English prayer books will be provided and Yizkor is included. To register, click here.
Congregation Beth El of Bucks County
Yizkor Service
Sept. 21 | 4:30-5 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 375 Stony Hill Road, Yardley, PA 19067
Cost: Free
Denomination: Conservative
Join Rabbi Amiel Monson and Hazzan Howard Dardashti for Yizkor services as we come together in remembrance, comfort and community. To register, contact Barbara Schwartz at office@bethelyardley.org or 215.493.1707.
Congregation Brothers of Israel
Yizkor
Sept. 21 | 11:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 530 Washington Crossing Road, Newtown, PA 18940
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
A traditional and meaningful Yizkor service that is open to all. To register, email Sharon Segarra at sharon.segarra@cboi.org.
Congregation Tifereth Israel of Lower Bucks County
Community Yizkor Service
Sept. 21 | 2:30-3 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 2909 Bristol Road, Bensalem, PA 19020
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
Join Congregation Tifereth Israel for a Yizkor memorial service. To learn more, contact Eileen Zeisler at ezeisler@tiferethisraelpa.org or 215.752.3468.
Lubavitch of Bucks County
Yizkor
Sept. 21 | 12:30-1:15 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 25 North State Street, Newtown, PA 18940
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Orthodox
Join Rabbi Yudy, Miriam Shemtov, Rabbi Aryeh and Rosie Weinstein to commemorate Yom Kippur. To register, click here.
Lubavitch of Yardley
Yizkor
Sept. 21 | 11:15 a.m.-12:45 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 1444 Yardley-Newtown Road, Yardley, PA 19067
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Orthodox
To register, click here or contact Rabbi Zalman Blecher at rabbi@jewishyardley.com.
Ohev Shalom of Bucks County
Yizkor Service
Sept. 21 | 1-2 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 944 Second Street Pike, Richboro, PA 18954
Cost: Free
Denomination: Conservative
Join Rabbi Leora King and Cantor Annelise Ocanto-Romo for a reflective and meaningful Yizkor service. To learn more, contact Executive Director Barbara Glickman at bglickman@ohev.org.
Temple Judea of Bucks County
Yizkor
Sept. 21 | 4-5 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 38 Rogers Road, Furlong, PA 18925
Cost: $218 Per Adult for All High-Holiday Services, Excluding the Erev Rosh Hashanah Seder
Denomination: Reform
Time to remember and honor loved ones. To register, call 215.348.5022 or email Judea@TempleJudea.org.
Tiferes B’nai Israel
Yizkor
Sept. 21 | 10:30-11 a.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 2478 Street Road, Warrington, PA 18976
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Other
Get your New Year off to a great start by joining us for services! Contact Louis Cohen at 215.343.0155 with any questions. No need to register.
Other | Bucks county
Congregation Tifereth Israel of Lower Bucks County
Study Session
Sept. 21 | 4-4:45 p.m
Hybrid Program
Address: 2909 Bristol Road, Bensalem, PA 19020
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
Join Congregation Tifereth Israel for study and commentary on traditional Jewish texts. To learn more, contact Eileen Zeisler at ezeisler@tiferethisraelpa.org or 215.752.3468.
Lubavitch of Yardley
Pre-Rosh Hashanah Farmer’s Market for Kids
Sept. 6 | 3-5 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: Provided Upon RSVP
Cost: $20
Denomination: Orthodox
Stroll through festive market-style stations as kids taste, create and explore the sweet traditions of Rosh Hashanah! Make apple dot cakes, braid a round challah, taste different varieties of local honey and more. A fun, hands-on way to kick off the New Year! To register, click here.
Lubavitch of Yardley
Yom Kippur Neilah Closing Service, Shofar Sounding and Maariv
Sept. 21 | 6-8 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 1444 Yardley-Newtown Road, Yardley, PA 19067
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Orthodox
The neilah closing service will take place at 6 p.m., followed by the shofar sounding and maariv at 7:19 p.m. To register, click here or contact Rabbi Zalman Blecher at rabbi@jewishyardley.com.
PJ Library
Holiday Themed Books and Activities
PJ Library provides free, Jewish themed-books and activities in the mail each month from infancy until age 12. To learn more and sign up your children to receive monthly books, including High Holiday themed resources, click here.
Buxmont
Erev Rosh Hashanah: Sept. 11 | Buxmont
Congregation Or Ami
Erev Rosh HaShanah
Sept. 11 | 6-7:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: Congregation Or Ami
Cost: Free
Denomination: Reform
Join Rabbi Glenn Ettman and Cantor Jordan Franzel for an Erev Rosh Hashanah Service. To register, contact office@or-ami.org.
Or Hadash
Or Hadash Rosh HaShanah Seder and Community Dinner
Sept. 11 | 6-7:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 190 Camp Hill Road, Fort Washington, PA 19034
Cost: $50 for non-members and $25 for adult members
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Celebrate Erev Rosh Hashanah with Or Hadash at an in-person seder and community dinner. This spirited, intergenerational gathering has become a beloved tradition to welcome in the new year. To register, click here.
Temple Sinai
First Evening Rosh Hashanah Ma’ariv Service
Sept. 11 | 6-7 p.m.
Hyrbid Program
Address: 1401 N. Limekiln Pike, Dresher, PA 19025
Cost: Free
Denomination: Conservative
Join Temple Sinai as we welcome Rosh Hashanah with a meaningful and uplifting outdoor service held in our spacious tent—open to the entire community. Celebrate the spirit of renewal and reflection surrounded by community, prayer and song in the open air. Be uplifted by the traditional holiday melodies led by Cantor Sharon Brown-Levy and meaningful thoughts, meditations and teaching by Rabbi Adam Wohlberg.
To register, contact Edy Israel at eisrael@tsinai.com or call 215.643.6510 Ext. 103.
Tiferet Bet Israel
Erev Rosh Hashanah
Sept. 11 | 6:45-8:15 p.m.
Hyrbid Program
Address: 1920 Skippack Pike, Blue Bell, PA 19422
Cost: $136 Per Person for All High Holiday Services
Denomination: Conservative
Begin the New Year surrounded by community, tradition and meaningful prayer. Join us at Tiferet Bet Israel for an uplifting High Holiday service featuring traditional Conservative Jewish prayer, inspiring music, a thoughtful sermon and the stirring sound of the shofar. To register, click here.
Rosh Hashanah Day 1: Sept. 12 | Buxmont
Beiteinu
Rosh Hashanah Day One Service
Sept. 12 | 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: Lafayette Hill, PA
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: All Denominations Welcome
Join Rabbi Howard Cove and our cantor for a meaningful service. Services will include traditional melodies, stories, readings and meditations. Wherever you are on your journey, we will meet you there. All are accepted. To register, click here.
Congregation Or Ami
Rosh HaShanah Family Service
Sept. 12 | 2:30-3:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: Congregation Or Ami
Cost: Free
Denomination: Reform
Join Rabbi Glenn Ettman and Cantor Jordan Franzel for Rosh Hashanah family service. To register, contact office@or-ami.org.
Darchei Noam
L’Dor V’Dor Intergenerational Services
Sept. 12 | 9-10 a.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 211 W. Butler Avenue, Ambler, PA 19002
Cost: $90 for All Rosh Hashanah Community Services
Denomination: Non-Denominational
This is an intergenerational service geared towards 3rd grade up to adult. To register, contact Nancy Bolton at info@darcheipa.org or 267.405.1582. Registration and digital e-tickets are required to attend.
Darchei Noam
Bim Bam Buddies Rosh Hashanah Service
Sept. 12 | 9:15-10 a.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 211 W. Butler Avenue, Ambler, PA 19002
Cost: $90 for All Rosh Hashanah Community Services
Denomination: Non-Denominational
This is a fun, interactive program for children 2nd grade and below who are accompanied by a parent/guardian. To register, contact Nancy Bolton at info@darcheipa.org or 267.405.1582. Registration and digital e-tickets are required to attend.
Or Hadash
Community Dinner and Rosh Hashanah Seder
Sept. 12 | 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 190 Camp Hill Road, Fort Washington, PA 19034
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Join Rabbi Alanna Sklover and Rabbi Erin Hirsh to commemorate Rosh Hashanah with the community. Join in prayer and choir-led music as the congregation enters the new year together. A separate children’s service starts at 10 a.m. Childcare is available for a modest fee. To register, click here.
Temple Sinai
Rosh Hashanah Day 1 Family Service
Sept. 12 | 10-11 a.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 1401 N. Limekiln Pike, Dresher, PA 19025
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
Join Cantor Naomi Lerman in our tent located in the back parking lot for an upbeat, song-filled engaging prayer experience targeted to families with children up to 2nd grade. This family service is open to the public.
To register, contact Edy Israel at eisrael@tsinai.com or call 215.643.6510 Ext. 103.
Tiferet Bet Israel
Rosh Hashanah Day 1
Sept. 12 | 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 1920 Skippack Pike, Blue Bell, PA 19422
Cost: $136 Per Person for All High Holiday Services
Denomination: Conservative
Begin the New Year surrounded by community, tradition and meaningful prayer. Join us at Tiferet Bet Israel for an uplifting High Holiday service featuring traditional Conservative Jewish prayer, inspiring music, a thoughtful sermon and the stirring sound of the shofar. To register, click here.
Rosh Hashanah Day 2: Sept. 13 | Buxmont
Darchei Noam
Creative Contemplative Service for Rosh Hashanah Day 2
Sept. 13 | 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 211 W. Butler Avenue, Ambler, PA 19002
Cost: $90 for All Rosh Hashanah Community Services
Denomination: Non-Denominational
This is a unique spiritual, creative service for the community to celebrate Rosh Hashanah Day 2. To register, contact Nancy Bolton at info@darcheipa.org or 267.405.1582. Registration and digital e-tickets are required to attend.
Or Hadash
Rosh Hashanah Day Two
Sept. 13 | 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 190 Camp Hill Road, Fort Washington, PA 19034
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Join Rabbi Alanna Sklover for a more intimate service to continue the Rosh Hashanah celebration and to hear the shofar blasts. Activities are available for children who are accompanied by a parent or guardian. To register, click here.
Temple Sinai
Rosh Hashanah Day 2 Family Service
Sept. 13 | 10-11 a.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 1401 N. Limekiln Pike, Dresher, PA 19025
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
Join Cantor Naomi Lerman in our tent located in the back parking lot for an upbeat, song-filled engaging prayer experience targeted to families with children up to 2nd grade. This family service is open to the public.
To register, contact Edy Israel at eisrael@tsinai.com or call 215.643.6510 Ext. 103.
Tiferet Bet Israel
Rosh Hashanah Day 2
Sept. 13 | 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 1920 Skippack Pike, Blue Bell, PA 19422
Cost: $136 Per Person for All High Holiday Services
Denomination: Conservative
Begin the New Year surrounded by community, tradition and meaningful prayer. Join us at Tiferet Bet Israel for an uplifting High Holiday service featuring traditional Conservative Jewish prayer, inspiring music, a thoughtful sermon and the stirring sound of the shofar. To register, click here.
Taschlich | Buxmont
Darchei Noam
Tashlich
Sept. 13 | 4:30-5:15 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 211 W. Butler Avenue, Ambler, PA 19002
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Non-Denominational
Bring your bread and cast away the sins and shortcomings of the past year with Rabbi Danielle and Hazzan Unger at the Wissahickon Creek in Ambler. Meet at Darchei Noam and walk over together (not suitable for those with ambulatory concerns). To register, contact Nancy Bolton at info@darcheipa.org or 267.405.1582. Registration and digital e-tickets are required to attend.
Or Hadash
Tashlich
Sept. 13 | 2-3 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 726 Loch Alsh Avenue, Ambler, PA 19034
Cost: Free
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Join Rabbi Alanna Sklover for a Tashlich service. Participants will toss breadcrumbs into the flowing water to symbolically cast away sins from the past year. To register, click here.
Tiferet Bet Israel
Tashlich
Sept. 13 | 4:30-5:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 1702 Yost Road, Blue Bell, PA 19422
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
Bring your bread and Tallit and Tefllin to Shacahrit. To register, email exec@tbibluebell.org.
Kol Nidre | Buxmont
Beiteinu
Kol Nidre Service
Sept. 20 | 7-8:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: Lafayette Hill, PA
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: All Denominations Welcome
This is a special and moving service featuring a stirring instrumental rendition of the Kol Nidre prayer. Join Rabbi Howard Cove and our cantor for a meaningful service where all are accepted. To register, click here.
Darchei Noam
Kol Nidre Service
Sept. 20 | 6:45-8:45 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 211 W. Butler Avenue, Ambler, PA 19002
Cost: $90 for Access to All Community Services on Yom Kippur
Denomination: Non-Denominational
Come mark the solemn opening of Yom Kippur marked by a moving declaration that annuls unfulfilled personal vows and sets the tone for a day of reflection, repentance and renewal. To register, contact Nancy Bolton at info@darcheipa.org or 267.405.1582. Registration and digital e-tickets are required to attend.
Or Hadash
Kol Nidre
Sept. 20 | 6-8 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 190 Camp Hill Road, Fort Washington, PA 19034
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Begin Yom Kippur with Rabbi Alanna Sklover in a moving Kol Nidre service. The haunting prayer is changed by cantorial soloist Josh McHugh and others. Children’s activities are available for those accompanied by a parent or guardian. To register, click here.
Tiferet Bet Israel
Kol Nidre
Sept. 20 | 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 1920 Skippack Pike, Blue Bell, PA 19422
Cost: $136 Per Person for All High Holiday Services
Denomination: Conservative
This service takes place on the evening before Yom Kippur, setting the tone for the day of fasting and repentance that follows. To register, click here.
Yom Kippur Morning: Sept. 21 | Buxmont
Beiteinu
Yom Kippur Day Service
Sept. 21 | 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: Lafayette Hill, PA
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: All Denominations Welcome
Join Rabbi Howard Cove for a meaningful service. This is a special and beautiful way to reflect and renew ourselves for years to come! To register, click here.
Darchei Noam
L’Dor V’Dor Yom Kippur Morning Intergenerational Service
Sept. 21 | 9:45-10:30 a.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 211 W. Butler Avenue, Ambler, PA 19002
Cost: $90 for Access to All Community Services on Yom Kippur
Denomination: Non-Denominational
This is a morning intergenerational service to annual unfulfilled personal vows and sets the tone for a day of reflection, repentance and renewal. This is best for 3rd grade up to adults. To register, contact Nancy Bolton at info@darcheipa.org or 267.405.1582. Registration and digital e-tickets are required to attend.
Darchei Noam
Bim Bam Buddies Yom Kippur Morning Service
Sept. 21 | 9:45-10:30 a.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 211 W. Butler Avenue, Ambler, PA 19002
Cost: $90 for Access to All Community Services on Yom Kippur
Denomination: Non-Denominational
This is a fun, interactive holiday service for children 2nd grade and below. To register, contact Nancy Bolton at info@darcheipa.org or 267.405.1582. Registration and digital e-tickets are required to attend.
Or Hadash
Yom Kippur Morning
Sept. 21 | 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 190 Camp Hill Road, Fort Washington, PA 19034
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Join Rabbi Alanna Sklover and Rabbi Erin Hirsh to commemorate Yom Kippur. The morning service will include prayer and song for adults, children and families. Childcare is available for a modest fee. Afternoon activities conclude with Yizkor, Minchah, Neilah and a break-fast. To register, click here.
Temple Sinai
Yom Kippur Family Service
Sept. 21 | 10-11 a.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 1401 N. Limekiln Pike, Dresher, PA 19025
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
Join Cantor Naomi Lerman in our tent located in the back parking lot for an upbeat, song-filled engaging prayer experience targeted to families with children up to 2nd grade. This family service is open to the public.
Yom Kippur Afternoon: Sept. 21 | Buxmont
Congregation Or Ami
Yom Kippur Service
Sept. 21 | 2-3 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: Congregation Or Ami
Cost: Free
Denomination: Reform
Join Rabbi Glenn Ettman and Cantor Jordan Franzel for a Yom Kippur family service. To register, contact office@or-ami.org.
Congregation Or Ami
Yom Kippur Afternoon Service
Sept. 21 | 4-6 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: Congregation Or Ami
Cost: Free
Denomination: Reform
Join Rabbi Glenn Ettman and Cantor Jordan Franzel for a Yom Kippur afternoon service including Yizkor, Neilah and the final shofar blast. To register, contact office@or-ami.org.
Darchei Noam
Yom Kippur Neilah, Ma’ariv and Havdalah
Sept. 21 | 7-8 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 211 W. Butler Avenue, Ambler, PA 19002
Cost: $90 for Access to All Community Services on Yom Kippur
Denomination: Non-Denominational
Come and close the gates and seal your name in the book of life, ending with Havdalah and the blowing of the shofar. To register, contact Nancy Bolton at info@darcheipa.org or 267.405.1582. Registration and digital e-tickets are required to attend.
Or Hadash
Yom Kippur Afternoon
Sept. 21 | 1-5 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 190 Camp Hill Road, Fort Washington, PA 19034
Cost: Free
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Afternoon activities include meditation, healing service and adult learning. Yizkor services will follow. To register, click here.
Temple Sinai
Martyrology Service Including Presentation by Jane Ziegelman
Sept. 21 | 5-6 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 1401 N. Limekiln Pike, Dresher, PA 19025
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
As part of Yom Kippur’s Martyrology Service, join acclaimed author Jane Ziegelman as she discusses her moving book, “Once There Was a Town.” Discover the story of a vibrant Jewish community lost to the Holocaust and the importance of preserving its memory.
To register, contact Edy Israel at eisrael@tsinai.com or call 215.643.6510 Ext. 103.
Yizkor | Buxmont
Beiteinu
Yizkor Service
Sept. 21 | 12:15-1:15 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: Lafayette Hill, PA
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: All Denominations Welcome
This will be a meaningful way to honor our relationships and those we have loved and lost. Join Beiteinu and Rabbi Howard Cove for this special service. To register, click here.
Congregation Beth Or
Yizkor
Sept. 21 | 4:15-5:45 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 239 Welsh Road, Maple Glen, PA 19002
Cost: Free
Denomination: Reform
It is tradition to remember our loved ones who are no longer with us at the Yizkor Service on Yom Kippur afternoon. To register, reach out to Phil Nordlinger at pnordlinger@bethor.org.
Or Hadash
Yizkor
Sept. 21 | 5:15-7:15 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 190 Camp Hill Road, Fort Washington, PA 19034
Cost: Free
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Join Rabbi Alanna Sklover for a Yizkor service which will be followed by Michah, Neilah, Havdalah and the final shofar blasts of the festival. A break-fast will be offered for those who register in advance. To register, click here.
Other | Buxmont
PJ Library
Holiday Themed Books and Activities
PJ Library provides free, Jewish themed-books and activities in the mail each month from infancy until age 12. To learn more and sign up your children to receive monthly books, including High Holiday themed resources, click here.
Chester County
Erev Rosh Hashanah: Sept. 11 | Chester County
Beth Chaim Reform Congregation
Rosh Hashanah Under the Stars
Sept. 11 | 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 389 Conestoga Road, Malvern, PA 19355
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Reform
Come early and grab a seat as we kick off the High Holiday season and build community through this special outdoor service offering for all ages. There will be chairs set up outdoors, but feel free to bring your own. To register, click here.
Congregation B’nai Jacob
Erev Rosh Hashanah
Sept. 11 | 7-8 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 101 Manavon Street, Phoenixville, PA 19460
Cost: $200
Denomination: Conservative
Join Rabbi Jeff Sultar and Cantor Marc Newman, in person or through livestream, to commemorate Erev Rosh Hashanah. To register, email admin@congbj.org or click here.
Congregation Or Shalom
Rosh Hashanah Evening Services
Sept. 11 | 8-9 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 835 Darby-Paoli Road, Berwyn, PA 19312
Cost: $36
Denomination: Conservative
Join us for a friendly Rosh Hashanah service. To register, please call our office at 610.644.9086.
Beth Israel Congregation of Chester County
Erev Rosh Hashanah
Sept. 11 | 7-9 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 385 Pottstown Pike, Eagle, PA 19480
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
Come join Rabbi Joe Domosh for a traditional Erev Rosh Hashanah service featuring a choir. After the service, enjoy an oneg together. To register, email BICCacct@gmail.com or call 610.458.8550.
Congregation Hesed Shel Emet
Erev Rosh Hashanah
Sept. 11 | 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 575 N. Keim Street, Pottstown, PA 19464
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
Welcome to the start of Rosh Hashanah with Congregation Hesed Shel Emet. To register or receive a link for the virtual service, click here.
Chabad Lubavitch of Chester County
Rosh Hashanah Eve Services
Sept. 11 | 7-7:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 946 N. Valley Forge Road, Devon, PA 19333
Cost: $180
Denomination: Other
Our mission is to be here for you and provide you with the most meaningful, authentic and uplifting High Holiday experience possible. For traditional High Holiday services, our rabbi and cantor will lead us in spiritually uplifting complete Holiday service. To register, click here.
Kesher Israel Congregation
Erev Rosh Hashanah Service
Sept. 11 | 7-8:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 1000 Pottstown Pike, West Chester, PA 19380
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
All are welcome to the Erev Rosh Hashanah service, which will be held in our main sanctuary. We will live-stream the service in an additional location for those who may find it difficult to sit in the main sanctuary. For more information, email beths@kesher-israel.org. To register, click here.
Rosh Hashanah Day 1: Sept. 12 | Chester County
Beth Chaim Reform Congregation
Rosh Hashanah Community Service
Sept. 12 | 9:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 389 Conestoga Road, Malvern, PA 19355
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Reform
This service will be followed by our Community Tashlich Ritual and Oneg. This hybrid service is open to all ages but is geared toward adults in our community. To register, click here.
Beth Chaim Reform Congregation
Rosh Hashanah Family Experience
Sept. 12 | 12:30-1:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 389 Conestoga Road, Malvern, PA 19355
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Reform
Rabbi Michelle Pearlman and Cantor Jenn Boyle host our family experience which features prayers and songs on High Holiday themes and stories, the sound of the shofar and a High Holiday family art project. This service is for school-aged children in our community. To register, click here.
Congregation B’nai Jacob
Rosh Hashanah Day One Service
Sept. 12 | 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 101 Manavon Street, Phoenixville, PA 19460
Cost: $200
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 a.m. To register, email admin@congbj.org or click here.
Congregation Or Shalom
Rosh Hashanah Morning Service
Sept. 12 | 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 835 Darby-Paoli Road, Berwyn, PA 19312
Cost: $36
Denomination: Conservative
Join us for a friendly Rosh Hashanah service. To register, please call our office at 610.644.9086.
Temple Brith Achim
Rosh Hashanah Morning Service
Sept. 12 | 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 481 South Gulph Road, King of Prussia, PA 19406
Cost: Donation Strongly Suggested or Required
Denomination: Reform
On Rosh Hashanah morning, ancient tradition comes alive: Torah, the call of shofar, music ranging from classic nusach to melodies from across the Jewish and global traditions, and an honest sermon that challenges and inspires. Babysitting is available by reservation. To register, contact Cindy Poust at cpous@brithachim.org.
Beth Israel Congregation of Chester County
Rosh Hashanah First Day
Sept. 12 | 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 385 Pottstown Pike, Eagle, PA 19480
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
Come join Rabbi Joe Domosh for a traditional Rosh Hashanah service featuring a choir. Services will begin at 9 a.m. and the Junior Congregation and Young Children’s Program both begin at 10:30 a.m. After the service, join us for Tashlich followed by a kiddush/luncheon. To register, email BICCacct@gmail.com or call 610.458.8550.
Congregation Hesed Shel Emet
Rosh Hashanah Day 1
Sept. 12 | 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 575 N. Keim Street, Pottstown, PA 19464
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
Welcome in the New Year, in-person or through livestream, with Congregation Hesed Shel Emet. The Congregation will observe Tashlich at a nearby location after the service. To register or receive a link for the virtual service, click here.
Chabad Lubavitch of Chester County
Rosh Hashanah Day 1
Sept. 12 | 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 105 W. Walker Road, Wayne, PA 19087
Cost: $180
Denomination: Other
Our mission is to be here for you and provide you with the most meaningful, authentic and uplifting High Holiday experience possible. For traditional High Holiday services, our rabbi and cantor will lead us in spiritually uplifting complete Holiday service. To register, click here.
Kesher Israel Congregation
Rosh Hashanah Day 1 Services
Sept. 12 | 9:00 a.m.-1 p.m.
In Person Program
Address: 1000 Pottstown Pike, West Chester, PA 19380
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
The main service begins at 9 a.m.; we also have a Toddler Service (9:15-9:50 a.m.), a Family Service (10-11 a.m.) and a Torah Service (11 a.m.), with a luncheon to follow. You must pre-register for babysitting ($18 per child from 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m) for ages 5 and under, and children’s programming (free of charge from 11 a.m.-12 p.m.) for ages 6-10 by Sept. 1. For more information, email beths@kesher-israel.org and to register, click here.
Rosh Hashanah Day 2: Sept. 13 | Chester County
Congregation B’nai Jacob
Rosh Hashanah Day Two Service
Sept. 13 | 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 101 Manavon Street, Phoenixville, PA 19460
Cost: $200
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, email admin@congbj.org or click here.
Congregation Or Shalom
Rosh Hashanah Morning Service
Sept. 13 | 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 835 Darby-Paoli Road, Berwyn, PA 19312
Cost: $36
Denomination: Conservative
Join us for a friendly Rosh Hashanah service. To register, please call our office at 610.644.9086.
Temple Brith Achim
Rosh Hashanah Day Two in Nature with Tashlich
Sept. 13 | 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: Norristown Farm Park, 2500 Upper Farm Road, Norristown, PA 19403
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Reform
Our second day of Rosh Hashanah moves outdoors with a service and learning under the sky, followed by lunch and Tashlich by the water. All are welcome. Come as you are. To register, contact Cindy Poust at cpous@brithachim.org.
Beth Israel Congregation of Chester County
Rosh Hashanah Second Day
Sept. 12 | 9:30-10:30 a.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 385 Pottstown Pike, Eagle, PA 19480
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
To register, email BICCacct@gmail.com or call 610.458.8550.
Congregation Hesed Shel Emet
Rosh Hashanah Day 2
Sept. 13 | 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 575 N. Keim Street, Pottstown, PA 19464
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
Welcome in the New Year, in-person or through livestream, with Congregation Hesed Shel Emet. To register or receive a link for the virtual service, click here.
Chabad Lubavitch of Chester County
Rosh Hashanah Services Day 2
Sept. 13 | 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 946 N. Valley Forge Road, Devon, PA 19333
Cost: $180
Denomination: Other
Our mission is to be here for you and provide you with the most meaningful, authentic and uplifting High Holiday experience possible. For traditional High Holiday services, our rabbi and cantor will lead us in spiritually uplifting complete Holiday service. To register, click here.
Kesher Israel Congregation
Rosh Hashanah Day 2 Services
Sept. 13 | 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 1000 Pottstown Pike, West Chester, PA 19380
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
Services begin at 9:30 a.m., with a Torah service taking place at 11 a.m., followed by a luncheon. Babysitting is available from 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., at a cost of $18 per child, with registration due by Sept. 1. To learn more, contact Beth Shapiro at beths@kesher-israel.org and to register, click here.
Taschlich | Chester County
Beth Chaim Reform Congregation
Tashlich
Sept. 12 | 12-12:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 389 Conestoga Road, Malvern, PA 19355
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Reform
Tashlich will follow our community service. Bird seed will be provided. To register, click here.
Congregation B’nai Jacob
Tashlich Service
Sept. 13 | 4-5 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: Baker Park – Phoenixville Area YMCA
Cost: Free
Denomination: Conservative
Join Congregation B’nai Jacob at the creek at the Phoenixville YMCA for a Tashlich service. To register, email admin@congbj.org or click here.
Congregation Or Shalom
Tashlich
Sept. 13 | 1:30-2 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: Picket Post Club, 1550 Bradford Road, Chesterbrook, PA 19087
Cost: Free
Denomination: Conservative
Join us for Tashlich at one of the beautiful streams in Chester County. This event is BYOB (bring your own bread). To register, please call our office at 610.644.9086.
Congregation Hesed Shel Emet
Tashlich
Sept. 12 | 1 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: Park Located Near the Congregation in Pottstown
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
Join Congregation Hesed Shel Emet for Tashlich following Rosh Hashanah services. To register, click here.
Kesher Israel Congregation
Tashlich
Sept. 13 | 3-4 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: Strouds Preserve, 454 N. Creek Road, West Chester, PA 19382
Cost: Free
Denomination: Conservative
All ages are welcome, no charge. Please bring your own bread and wear comfortable shoes. To learn more, contact Beth Shapiro at beths@kesher-israel.org and to register, click here.
Kol Nidre | Chester County
Beth Chaim Reform Congregation
Kol Nidre
Sept. 20 | 8-10 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 389 Conestoga Road, Malvern, PA 19355
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Reform
Hear the stirring melody of Kol Nidre as we focus our prayers and contemplate teshuvah as a path toward personal transformation. This service is open to those of all ages although it is geared towards adults in our community. To register, click here.
Congregation B’nai Jacob
Erev Yom Kippur and Kol Nidre Service
Sept. 20 | 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 101 Manavon Street, Phoenixville, PA 19460
Cost: $200
Denomination: Conservative
Join Rabbi Jeff Sultar and Cantor Marc Newman, in person or through livestream, for a Kol Nidre service. To register, email admin@congbj.org or click here.
Congregation Or Shalom
Kol Nidre Service
Sept. 20 | 6:30-8 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 835 Darby-Paoli Road, Berwyn, PA 19312
Cost: $36
Denomination: Conservative
Join us for a beautiful, haunting Kol Nidre service. To register, please call our office at 610.644.9086.
Temple Brith Achim
Kol Nidre
Sept. 20 | 7-8:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 481 South Gulph Road, King of Prussia, PA
Cost: Donations strongly suggested or required
Denomination: Reform
Join us for the most awe-inspiring night of the year. We’ll experience the cello’s voice, the ancient vow of Kol Nidre, stirring music from Cantor Coyot and the choir and a sermon that opens the gates of forgiveness. To register, contact Cindy Poust at cpous@brithachim.org.
Beth Israel Congregation of Chester County
Kol Nidre
Sept. 20 | 6:45-8:45 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 385 Pottstown Pike, Eagle, PA 19480
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
A candlelighting will take place at 6:46 p.m. and services will begin at 7 p.m. To register, email BICCacct@gmail.com or call 610.458.8550.
Congregation Hesed Shel Emet
Kol Nidre / Erev Yom Kippur
Sept. 20 | 6:30-8 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 575 N. Keim Street, Pottstown, PA 19464
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
Join Rabbi Cynthia Kravitz and Cantor David Schachter for Kol Nidre and Erev Yom Kippur services. To register or receive a link for the virtual service, click here.
Chabad Lubavitch of Chester County
Yom Kippur – Kol Nidre Services
Sept. 20 | 6:45-7:45 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 301 West DeKalb Pike, King of Prussia, PA 19406\
Cost: $180
Denomination: Other
Our mission is to be here for you and provide you with the most meaningful, authentic and uplifting High Holiday experience possible. For traditional High Holiday services, our rabbi and cantor will lead us in spiritually uplifting complete Holiday service. To register, click here.
Kesher Israel Congregation
Kol Nidre Service
Sept. 20 | 6-9 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 1000 Pottstown Pike, West Chester, PA 19380
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
Please be mindful of the nature of the Kol Nidre service. To learn more, contact Beth Shapiro at beths@kesher-israel.org and to register, click here.
Yom Kippur Morning: Sept. 21 | Chester County
Beth Chaim Reform Congregation
Yom Kippur Community Service
Sept. 21 | 9:30 a.m.-12 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 our beautiful sanctuary and on Zoom. This service is open to all ages but will be geared towards adults. To register, click here.
Congregation B’nai Jacob
Yom Kippur Morning Services
Sept. 21 | 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 101 Manavon Street, Phoenixville, PA 19460
Cost: $200
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 a.m. To register, email admin@congbj.org or click here.
Congregation Or Shalom
Yom Kippur Morning Service with Yizkor
Sept. 21 | 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 835 Darby-Paoli Road, Berwyn, PA 19312
Cost: $36
Denomination: Conservative
Join us for a traditional Kol Nidre morning service, which includes Yizkor prayer. To register, please call our office at 610.644.9086.
Temple Brith Achim
Yom Kippur Family Service
Sept. 21 | 9-9:45 a.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 481 South Gulph Road, King of Prussia, PA 19406
Cost: Donations Strongly Suggested or Required
Denomination: Reform
Join Cantor Coyot, Rabbi Glatstein, our song leaders and Shir Squad for this joyful, musical service. It introduces our youngest to the meaning of the day through story, song and movement. This program is for young children, and siblings and babies are always welcome. To register, contact Cindy Poust at cpous@brithachim.org.
Temple Brith Achim
Yom Kippur Morning Service
Sept. 21 | 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 481 South Gulph Road, King of Prussia, PA 19406
Cost: Donations Strongly Suggested or Required
Denomination: Reform
This is the spiritual heart of Yom Kippur and the hardest work of the day. We reckon honestly with our choices and the changes we vow to make, carried by music that reaches where words cannot and a sermon that takes on the hard moral questions. Babysitting is available by reservation. To register, contact Cindy Poust at cpous@brithachim.org.
Beth Israel Congregation of Chester County
Yom Kippur Morning
Sept. 21 | 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 385 Pottstown Pike, Eagle, PA 19480
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
Services will begin at 9 a.m. and Junior Congregation and the Young Children’s Program will begin at 10:30 a.m. Yizkor will follow the sermon. To register, email BICCacct@gmail.com or call 610.458.8550.
Congregation Hesed Shel Emet
Yom Kippur Morning
Sept. 21 | 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 575 N. Keim Street, Pottstown, PA 19464
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
Join Rabbi Cynthia Kravitz and Cantor David Schachter to commemorate Yom Kippur. To register or receive a link for the virtual service, click here.
Chabad Lubavitch of Chester County
Yom Kippur Services
Sept. 21 | 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 301 West DeKalb Pike, King of Prussia, PA 19406
Cost: $180
Denomination: Other
Our mission is to be here for you and provide you with the most meaningful, authentic and uplifting High Holiday experience possible. For traditional High Holiday services, our rabbi and cantor will lead us in spiritually uplifting complete Holiday service. To register, click here.
Kesher Israel Congregation
Yom Kippur Services
Sept. 21 | 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 1000 Pottstown Pike, West Chester, PA 19380
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
Main services start at 9 a.m. with Junior Congregation from 10:30-11:30 a.m., teen programming from 10-11 a.m. and Yizkor at 12 p.m. Babysitting for children 5 and under ($18 per child) is available from 9 a.m.-1 p.m., with registration due by Sept. 1. To learn more, contact Beth Shapiro at beths@kesher-israel.org and to register, click here.
Yom Kippur Afternoon: Sept. 21 | Chester County
Beth Chaim Reform Congregation
Yom Kippur Family Experience
Sept. 21 | 12:30-1:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 389 Conestoga Road, Malvern, PA 19355
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Reform
Our family services will be interactive and will feature a project. It is important to pre-register so that we can make sure you have access to the project materials. This experience is geared toward school-aged children in our community. To register, click here.
Beth Chaim Reform Congregation
Reading of Jonah, Afternoon Service, Yizkor and Neilah
Sept. 21 | 4-6 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 389 Conestoga Road, Malvern, PA 19355
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Reform
Join us for a reflective service featuring a discussion on the original “fish story” of Jonah, traditional prayers and a Yizkor memorial presentation. The day concludes with Neilah, a final shofar blast, Havdalah — which children are warmly invited to attend — and a communal break-the-fast meal. To register, click here.
Congregation B’nai Jacob
Yom Kippur Afternoon
Sept. 21 | 4:30-7:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 101 Manavon Street, Phoenixville, PA 19460
Cost: $200
Denomination: Conservative
Join Rabbi Jeff Sultar and Cantor Marc Newman, in-person or through livestream, to commemorate Yom Kippur. The Micha service will begin at approximately 4:30 p.m. and the Ne’ilah service will begin at approximately 6 p.m. To register, email admin@congbj.org or click here.
Congregation Or Shalom
Yom Kippur Afternoon Service
Sept. 21 | 5-7:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 835 Darby-Paoli Road, Berwyn, PA 19312
Cost: $36
Denomination: Conservative
We close out our Yom Kippur observance with the shofar blast. To register, please call our office at 610.644.9086.
Temple Brith Achim
Yom Kippur Study Session
Sept. 21 | 3-4 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 481 South Gulph Road, King of Prussia, PA
Cost: Free
Denomination: Reform
We gather to learn together in a relaxed study session that opens the day’s themes to questions and conversation. No background is required; just bring your curiosity. To register, contact Cindy Poust at cpous@brithachim.org.
Temple Brith Achim
Neilah and Shofar
Sept. 21 | 5:45-7 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 481 South Gulph Road, King of Prussia, PA
Cost: Free
Denomination: Reform
This is the great surprise of Yom Kippur – the turn from soul-searching to soul-soaring. As the gates close, we sing and dance towards the new year. If you come to only one service all year, make it this one. To register, contact Cindy Poust at cpous@brithachim.org.
Beth Israel Congregation of Chester County
Yom Kippur Afternoon
Sept. 21 | 4:15-8:15 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 385 Pottstown Pike, Eagle, PA 19480
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
An afternoon study session will begin at 4:15 p.m., followed by the mincha/reflective service/neilah at 5 p.m. The shofar will be sounded at 7:18 p.m. To register, email BICCacct@gmail.com or call 610.458.8550.
Congregation Hesed Shel Emet
Yom Kippur Afternoon
Sept. 21 | 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 575 N. Keim Street, Pottstown, PA 19464
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
Join Rabbi Cynthia Kravitz and Cantor David Schachter for Mincha and Yizkor services, leading into the Neilah service. Services will conclude with Havdalah. To register or receive a link for the virtual service, click here.
Chabad Lubavitch of Chester County
Yom Kippur Nielah Services
Sept. 21 | 6-7:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 301 West DeKalb Pike, King of Prussia, PA 19406
Cost: $180
Denomination: Other
Our mission is to be here for you and provide you with the most meaningful, authentic and uplifting High Holiday experience possible. For traditional High Holiday services, our rabbi and cantor will lead us in spiritually uplifting complete holiday service. To register, click here.
Yizkor | Chester County
Temple Brith Achim
Yizkor
Sept. 21 | 1:30-2:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 481 South Gulph Road, King of Prussia, PA 19406
Cost: Donations Strongly Suggested or Required
Denomination: Reform
Join us in a sacred space to remember. Yizkor honors memory and gives grief a voice; what sets ours apart is the music. Cantor Coyot weaves Hebrew, Yiddish and contemporary melodies that bring us closer to the ones we love. To register, contact Cindy Poust at cpous@brithachim.org.
Other | Chester County
PJ Library
Holiday Themed Books and Activities
PJ Library provides free, Jewish themed-books and activities in the mail each month from infancy until age 12. To learn more and sign up your children to receive monthly books, including High Holiday themed resources, click here.
Temple Brith Achim
Erev Simchat Torah and Consecration
Oct. 2 | 6-8:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 481 South Gulph Road, King of Prussia, PA 19406
Cost: Free
Denomination: Reform
In this family-friendly service, we unroll the entire Torah around the room and dance with it. We bless our newest students at their Consecration and celebrate fall birthdays. To register, contact Cindy Poust at cpous@brithachim.org.
Temple Brith Achim
Simchat Torah Morning
Oct. 3 | 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 481 South Gulph Road, King of Prussia, PA 19406
Cost: Free
Denomination: Reform
In this celebration, we dance and sing the Torah through the hakafot, finishing the year’s reading and beginning again. Then the mood softens for Yizkor, holding close those we’ve loved and lost. To register, contact Cindy Poust at cpous@brithachim.org.
Beth Israel Congregation of Chester County
Selichot Service
Sept. 5 | 8-9 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 385 Pottstown Pike, Eagle, PA 19480
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
To register, email BICCacct@gmail.com or call 610.458.8550.
Kesher Israel Congregation
Selichot – Havdallah Sound Bath with Wine and Cheese Reception
Sept. 5 | 6-7:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 1000 Pottstown Pike, West Chester, PA 19380
Cost: Donations Appreciate
Denomination: Conservative
“Sounds of Selichot” will be a mindful, meditative experience with themes related to Selichot. Prayers and melodies will be accompanied by beautiful, resonant musical instruments that create a wash of harmonic vibrations to support deep relaxation, relieve stress and quiet the mind. Please bring a yoga mat or be prepared to sit on the floor. Chairs will also be available. This event is for ages 13 and over. To register, click here or contact Beth Shapiro at beths@kesher-israel.org for more information.
Kesher Israel Congregation
Erev Sukkot Services
Sept. 25 | 7 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 1000 Pottstown Pike, West Chester, PA 19380
Cost: Donations Appreciate
Denomination: Conservative
To register, click here or contact Beth Shapiro at beths@kesher-israel.org for more information.
Kesher Israel Congregation
First Day of Sukkot Services
Sept. 26 | 9:30 a.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 1000 Pottstown Pike, West Chester, PA 19380
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
To register, click here or contact Beth Shapiro at beths@kesher-israel.org for more information.
Kesher Israel Congregation
Shemini Atzeret Evening Services
Oct. 2 | 7 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 1000 Pottstown Pike, West Chester, PA 19380
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
To register, click here or contact Beth Shapiro at beths@kesher-israel.org for more information.
Kesher Israel Congregation
Shemini Atzeret Yizkor Service
Oct. 3 | 9:30 a.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 1000 Pottstown Pike, West Chester, PA 19380
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
To register, click here or contact Beth Shapiro at beths@kesher-israel.org for more information.
Kesher Israel Congregation
Erev Simchat Torah Celebration and Dinner
Oct. 3 | 6 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 1000 Pottstown Pike, West Chester, PA 19380
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
To register, click here or contact Beth Shapiro at beths@kesher-israel.org for more information.
Delaware County
Erev Rosh Hashanah: Sept. 11 | Delaware County
Congregation Beth Israel of Media
Erev Rosh Hashanah Service
Sept. 11 | 7:30-9 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 542 South New Middletown Road, Media, PA 19063
Cost: Free
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Join Rabbi Nathan Martin and Rabbi Aviva Marchione, in person or through livestream, for an Erev Rosh Hashanah service for adults and more mature children. To register, email Mikayla Losanowych at mikayla.losanowych@bethisraelmedia.org.
Temple Sholom
Erev Rosh Hashanah Service
Sept. 11 | 8-9:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 55 Church Lane, Broomall, PA 19008
Cost: $200
Denomination: Reform
Join Temple Sholom, in person or through webcast, for meaningful service and welcoming community! To register or for questions, visit temple-sholom.org or call 610.356.5165.
The Chabad House in Bryn Mawr
Rosh Hashanah Evening Service
Sept. 11 | 6:30-7 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 888 Glenbrook Ave, Bryn Mawr, PA 19010
Cost: Free
Denomination: Other
Join Jews from all backgrounds at a warm, welcoming service, led in English and Hebrew, and interspersed with engaging (sometimes humorous) running commentary. You will feel at home. To register, click here.
The Chabad House in Bryn Mawr
Rosh Hashanah Dinner
Sept. 11 | 7-8:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 888 Glenbrook Ave, Bryn Mawr, PA 19010
Cost: $36, Children Join for Free
Denomination: Other
Join us in celebrating the first evening of the Jewish New Year with family and friends. Enjoy a traditional full course Rosh Hashanah dinner with culinary delights and holiday spirit. To register, click here.
Rosh Hashanah Day 1: Sept. 23 | Delaware County
Congregation Beth Israel of Media
Rosh Hashanah Day One Service
Sept. 12 | 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 542 South New Middletown Road, Media, PA 19063
Cost: Free
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Join Rabbi Nathan Martin and Rabbi Aviva Marchione, in person or through livestream, to commemorate the first day of Rosh Hashanah. This service is geared toward adults and more mature children, but all are welcome to attend. There will be a young children’s service from 9:30 to 10 a.m. and childcare available for the duration of the adult service. Please note that our first day service will include the key Rosh Hashanah prayers and Torah reading, but shofar blowing will take place on Day 2, not Day 1. To register, email Mikayla Losanowych at mikayla.losanowych@bethisraelmedia.org.
Congregation Beth El-Ner Tamid
Rosh Hashanah Service
Sept. 12 | 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 715 Paxon Hollow Road, Broomall, PA 19008
Cost: Donations Strongly Suggested
Denomination: Conservative
Join Rabbi Michal Morris Kamil and Cantor Steven Friedrich for a traditional service to commemorate the first day of Rosh Hashanah. To register, click here or call 610.356.8700.
Temple Sholom
Rosh Hashanah Tot Service
Sept. 12 | 9-9:30 a.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 55 Church Lane, Broomall, PA 19008
Cost: Free
Denomination: Reform
Join Temple Sholom, in person or through webcast, for meaningful service and welcoming community! This service is designed for families of young children or toddlers through early elementary age. To register or for questions, visit temple-sholom.org or call 610.356.5165.
Temple Sholom
Rosh Hashanah Morning Service
Sept. 12 | 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 55 Church Lane, Broomall, PA 19008
Cost: $200
Denomination: Reform
Join Temple Sholom, in person or through webcast, for meaningful service and welcoming community! To register or for questions, visit temple-sholom.org or call 610.356.5165.
Temple Sholom
Rosh Hashanah Family Service
Sept. 12 | 2-3:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 55 Church Lane, Broomall, PA 19008
Cost: $200
Denomination: Reform
Join Temple Sholom, in person or through webcast, for meaningful service and welcoming community! This service is designed for families of children elementary age and up. To register or for questions, visit temple-sholom.org or call 610.356.5165.
The Chabad House in Bryn Mawr
Rosh Hashanah Day Service
Sept. 12 | 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m
In-Person Program
Address: 888 Glenbrook Ave, Bryn Mawr, PA 19010
Cost: Free
Denomination: Other
Join Jews from all backgrounds at a warm, welcoming service, led in English and Hebrew, and interspersed with engaging (sometimes humorous) running commentary. You will feel at home. To register, click here.
Rosh Hashanah Day 2: Sept. 24 | Delaware County
Congregation Beth Israel of Media
Rosh Hashanah Day Two Service
Sept. 13 | 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 542 South New Middletown Road, Media, PA 19063
Cost: Free
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Join Rabbi Nathan Martin and Rabbi Aviva Marchione, in person or through livestream, to commemorate the second day of Rosh Hashanah. This service is geared toward adults and more mature children, but all are welcome to attend. This service will include shofar blowing. After this service, we will go to Smedley Park for a light lunch at 1 p.m. and a symbolic Tashlich and shofar program at 1:30 p.m. To register, email Mikayla Losanowych at mikayla.losanowych@bethisraelmedia.org.
Congregation Beth El-Ner Tamid
Rosh Hashanah Service
Sept. 13 | 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 715 Paxon Hollow Road, Broomall, PA 19008
Cost: Donations Strongly Suggested
Denomination: Conservative
Join Rabbi Michal Morris Kamil and Cantor Steven Friedrich for a traditional service to commemorate the second day of Rosh Hashanah. To register, click here or call 610.356.8700.
The Chabad House in Bryn Mawr
Rosh Hashanah Day Service
Sept. 13 | 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m
In-Person Program
Address: 888 Glenbrook Ave, Bryn Mawr, PA 19010
Cost: Free
Denomination: Other
Join Jews from all backgrounds at a warm, welcoming service, led in English and Hebrew, and interspersed with engaging (sometimes humorous) running commentary. You will feel at home. To register, click here.
The Chabad House in Bryn Mawr
Shofar in the Park
Sept. 13 | 4:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: Bryn Mawr Gazebo, 9 S. Bryn Mawr Ave, Bryn Mawr, PA 19010
Cost: Free
Denomination: Other
A meaningful Rosh Hashanah experience for the entire family. To register, click here.
Taschlich | Delaware County
Congregation Beth Israel of Media
Tashlich and Shofar Service
Sept. 23 | 1:30-2:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: Smedley Park 20 Paper Mill Road, Oreland, PA 19075
Cost: Free
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Join Rabbi Nathan Martin and Rabbi Aviva Marchione, in-person at Smedley Park, for a symbolic Tashlich and shofar program. This service is geared toward adults and more mature children, but all are welcome to attend. This service will begin at 1 p.m. with a light lunch, and will continue with the Tashlich and shofar program at 1:30 p.m. To register, email Mikayla Losanowych at mikayla.losanowych@bethisraelmedia.org.
Congregation Beth El-Ner Tamid
Tashlich at Barry Dozer Park
Sept. 13 | 1-2 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: Barry Dozer Park, 5 New Ardmore Avenue, Broomall, PA 19008
Cost: Free
Denomination: Conservative
Join Congregation Beth El-Ner Tamid for a Tashlich service with apples and honey! To register, click here or call 610.356.8700.
Kol Nidre | Delaware County
Congregation Beth Israel of Media
Kol Nidre
Sept. 20 | 7-9 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 542 South New Middletown Road, Media, PA 19063
Cost: Free
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Join Rabbi Nathan Martin and Rabbi Aviva Marchione, in person or through livestream, for a Kol Nidre service. This service is geared toward adults and more mature children, but all are welcome to attend. The service will begin with a performance of Kol Nidre by composer Max Bruch. To register, email Mikayla Losanowych at mikayla.losanowych@bethisraelmedia.org.
Congregation Beth El-Ner Tamid
Kol Nidre Service
Sept. 20 | 6:30-8:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 715 Paxon Hollow Road, Broomall, PA 19008
Cost: Donations Strongly Suggested
Denomination: Conservative
Join Rabbi Michal Morris Kamil and Cantor Steven Friedrich for a Kol Nidre service. To register, click here or call 610.356.8700.
Congregation Beth El-Ner Tamid
Kol Nidre Service
Sept. 20 | 6:30-8:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 715 Paxon Hollow Road, Broomall, PA 19008
Cost: Donations Strongly Suggested
Denomination: Conservative
Join Rabbi Michal Morris Kamil and Cantor Steven Friedrich for a Kol Nidre service. To register, click here or call 610.356.8700.
Temple Sholom
Kol Nidrei Family Service
Sept. 20 | 6-7 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 55 Church Lane, Broomall, PA 19008
Cost: Free
Denomination: Reform
Join Temple Sholom, in person or through webcast, for meaningful service and welcoming community! This service is designed for families of young children. To register or for questions, visit temple-sholom.org or call 610.356.5165.
Temple Sholom
Kol Nidrei Service
Sept. 20 | 8-9:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 55 Church Lane, Broomall, PA 19008
Cost: $200
Denomination: Reform
Join Temple Sholom, in person or through webcast, for meaningful service and welcoming community! To register or for questions, visit temple-sholom.org or call 610.356.5165.
The Chabad House in Bryn Mawr
Kol Nidre Service
Sept. 20 | 6:45-7:45 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 888 Glenbrook Ave, Bryn Mawr, PA 19010 \
Cost: Free
Denomination: Other
Join Jews from all backgrounds at a warm, welcoming service, led in English and Hebrew, and interspersed with engaging (sometimes humorous) running commentary. You will feel at home. To register, click here.
Yom Kippur Morning: Sept. 21 | Delaware County
Congregation Beth Israel of Media
Yom Kippur Morning Service
Sept. 21 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 542 South New Middletown Road, Media, PA 19063
Cost: Free
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Join Rabbi Nathan Martin and Rabbi Aviva Marchione, in person or through livestream, to commemorate Yom Kippur. This service is geared toward adults and more mature children, but all are welcome to attend. There will be a young children’s service from 9:30 to 10 a.m., and childcare available for the duration of the adult service. Yizkor will begin after the service, and is estimated to begin at approximately 1 p.m. To register, email Mikayla Losanowych at mikayla.losanowych@bethisraelmedia.org.
Congregation Beth El-Ner Tamid
Yom Kippur Service
Sept. 21 | 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 715 Paxon Hollow Road, Broomall, PA 19008
Cost: Donations Strongly Suggested
Denomination: Conservative
Join Rabbi Michal Morris Kamil and Cantor Steven Friedrich for a traditional service to commemorate Yom Kippur. To register, click here or call 610.356.8700.
Temple Sholom
Yom Kippur Tot Service
Sept. 21 | 9-9:30 a.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 55 Church Lane, Broomall, PA 19008
Cost: Free
Denomination: Reform
Join Temple Sholom, in person or through webcast, for meaningful service and welcoming community! This service is designed for families of young children and toddlers through early elementary age. To register or for questions, visit temple-sholom.org or call 610.356.5165.
Temple Sholom
Yom Kippur Morning Service
Sept. 21 | 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 55 Church Lane, Broomall, PA 19008
Cost: $200
Denomination: Reform
Join Temple Sholom, in person or through webcast, for meaningful service and welcoming community! To register or for questions, visit temple-sholom.org or call 610.356.5165.
The Chabad House in Bryn Mawr
Yom Kippur Morning Service
Sept. 21 | 9:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 888 Glenbrook Ave, Bryn Mawr, PA 19010
Cost: Free
Denomination: Other
Join Jews from all backgrounds at a warm, welcoming service, led in English and Hebrew, and interspersed with engaging (sometimes humorous) running commentary. You will feel at home. To register, click here.
Yom Kippur Afternoon: sept. 21 | Delaware County
Congregation Beth Israel of Media
Mincha, Avodah, Martyrology and Neilah Service
Sept. 21 | 5-8 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 542 South New Middletown Road, Media, PA 19063
Cost: Free
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Join Rabbi Nathan Martin and Rabbi Aviva Marchione, in person or through livestream, for Mincha, Avodah, Martyrology and Neilah services. This service is geared toward adults and more mature children, but all are welcome to attend. Avodah will include a focus on healing, and is expected to begin at approximately 5:45 pm. Following the Neilah service at approximately 7:30 pm, we will end Yom Kippur with a shofar blast and Havdalah. To register, email Mikayla Losanowych at mikayla.losanowych@bethisraelmedia.org.
Congregation Beth El-Ner Tamid
Neilah, Havdalah and Break the Fast
Sept. 21 | 4:30-8 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 715 Paxon Hollow Road, Broomall, PA 19008
Cost: Donations Strongly Suggested
Denomination: Conservative
Join Rabbi Michal Morris Kamil and Cantor Steven Friedrich for a Neilah service beginning at 4:30 p.m., followed by Havdalah and a break the fast at approximately 8 p.m. Advance registration is required. To register, click here or call 610.356.8700.
Temple Sholom
Yom Kippur Family Service
Sept. 21 | 2-3:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 55 Church Lane, Broomall, PA 19008
Cost: $200
Denomination: Reform
Join Temple Sholom, in person or through webcast, for meaningful service and welcoming community! This service is designed for families of children elementary age and up. To register or for questions, visit temple-sholom.org or call 610.356.5165.
The Chabad House in Bryn Mawr
Yom Kippur Mincha Service
Sept. 21 | 5:30-6:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 888 Glenbrook Ave, Bryn Mawr, PA 19010
Cost: Free
Denomination: Other
Join Jews from all backgrounds at a warm, welcoming service, led in English and Hebrew, and interspersed with engaging (sometimes humorous) running commentary. You will feel at home. To register, click here.
The Chabad House in Bryn Mawr
Yom Kippur Afternoon Service
Sept. 21 | 6:30-7:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 888 Glenbrook Ave, Bryn Mawr, PA 19010
Cost: Free
Denomination: Other
Join Jews from all backgrounds at a warm, welcoming service, led in English and Hebrew, and interspersed with engaging (sometimes humorous) running commentary. You will feel at home. To register, click here.
Yizkor | Delaware County
Congregation Beth Israel of Media
Yizkor Service
Sept. 21 | 1-2 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 542 South New Middletown Road, Media, PA 19063
Cost: Free
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Join Rabbi Nathan Martin and Rabbi Aviva Marchione, in person or through livestream, for a Yizkor service. The 1 p.m. start time is an estimation. This service will begin at the conclusion of our Yom Kippur morning services. This service is geared toward adults and more mature children, but all are welcome to attend. To register, email Mikayla Losanowych at mikayla.losanowych@bethisraelmedia.org.
The Chabad House in Bryn Mawr
Yizkor Memorial Service
Sept. 21 | 12-12:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 888 Glenbrook Ave, Bryn Mawr, PA 19010
Cost: Free
Denomination: Other
Join Jews from all backgrounds at a warm, welcoming service, led in English and Hebrew, and interspersed with engaging (sometimes humorous) running commentary. You will feel at home. To register, click here.
Other | Delaware County
Congregation Beth Israel of Media
“Welcome Back” Shabbat Celebration
Aug. 28 | 5:45-9:15 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 542 South New Middletown Road, Media, PA 19063
Cost: Free
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Join Rabbi Nathan Martin and Rabbi Aviva Marchione, in person or through livestream, for a Shabbat celebration with schmoozing, evening services and a community dinner. Dinner will be provided by Congregation Beth Israel, but attendees are encouraged to bring sides, drinks and desserts. All are welcome to attend. We will gather and schmooze at 5:45 p.m., begin evening services at 6:30 p.m. and have dinner at 7:30 p.m. To register, email Mikayla Losanowych at mikayla.losanowych@bethisraelmedia.org.
Congregation Beth Israel of Media
Erev Sukkot Services and Dinner
Sept. 25 | 5:30-8:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 542 South New Middletown Road, Media, PA 19063
Cost: Free
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Join Congregation Beth Israel, in person or through livestream, for Erev Sukkot Services. We will gather at 5:30 p.m. to decorate the sukkah. We will then have services at 6:30 p.m. followed by dinner at 7:30 pm. Dinner will be provided by Congregation Beth Israel, but attendees are encouraged to bring sides, drinks and desserts. All are welcome to attend. To register, email Mikayla Losanowych at mikayla.losanowych@bethisraelmedia.org.
Congregation Beth Israel of Media
Sukkot Day One Service
Sept. 26 | 9:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 542 South New Middletown Road, Media, PA 19063
Cost: Free
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Join us, in person or through livestream, for Sukkot services. We will feature special Sukkot prayers and songs, including Hallel and Hoshanot. To register, email Mikayla Losanowych at mikayla.losanowych@bethisraelmedia.org.
Congregation Beth Israel of Media
Shemini Atzeret Services
Oct. 3 | 9:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 542 South New Middletown Road, Media, PA 19063
Cost: Free
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Join us, in person or through livestream, for Shimini Atzeret services. We will gather at 9:45 a.m. for a service that will include the singing of Hallel, Yizkor and special learning about this Jewish holiday. Bring a nosh! To register, email Mikayla Losanowych at mikayla.losanowych@bethisraelmedia.org.
Congregation Beth Israel of Media
Simchat Torah Celebration
Oct. 4 | 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 542 South New Middletown Road, Media, PA 19063
Cost: Free
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Join Congregation Beth Israel, in person or through livestream, for a community-wide celebration for all ages as we come together to celebrate a new beginning to the Torah reading cycle. Help unfurl the entire Torah and watch the story of the Jewish people unfold. Hear the final words of Moses and the first words of creation. Bring a friend and come ready to dance with the Torah! A light nosh will be provided. To register, email Mikayla Losanowych at mikayla.losanowych@bethisraelmedia.org.
PJ Library
Holiday Themed Books and Activities
PJ Library provides free, Jewish themed-books and activities in the mail each month from infancy until age 12. To learn more and sign up your children to receive monthly books, including High Holiday themed resources, click here.
Congregation Beth El-Ner Tamid
Free Babysitting, Youth and Teen Services
Sept. 12 | 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 715 Paxon Hollow Road, Broomall, PA 19008
Cost: Free
Denomination: Conservative
Join Congregation Beth El-Ner Tamid for babysitting, youth and teen High Holiday services. There will be youth services for ages 8-12 and teen services for ages 13 and older from 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. There will also be free babysitting for ages 2 years and younger. To register, click here or call 610.356.8700.
Congregation Beth El-Ner Tamid
Free Babysitting, Youth and Teen Services
Sept. 21 | 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 715 Paxon Hollow Road, Broomall, PA 19008
Cost: Free
Denomination: Conservative
Join Congregation Beth El-Ner Tamid for babysitting, youth and teen High Holiday services. There will be youth services for ages 8-12 and teen services for ages 13 and older from 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. There will also be free babysitting for ages 2 years and younger. To register, click here or call 610.356.8700.
Lower Merion
Erev Rosh Hashanah: Sept. 11 | Lower Merion
Adath Israel
Erev Rosh Hashanah and 25th Year Gathering for 9/11
Sept. 11 | 6-7 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 250 N. Highland Avenue, Merion Station, PA 19066
Cost: Free
Denomination: Conservative
Prior to the Erev Rosh Hashanah service, we will hold a 9/11 reflective commemoration as we welcome in the New Year. To register, click here or call the synagogue office at 610.934.1919.
Beth David Reform Congregation
Erev Rosh Hashanah Outdoor Service
Sept. 11 | 5:30-8 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 1130 Vaughan Lane, Gladwyne, PA 19035
Cost: $150
Denomination: Reform
Join us outdoors at Beth David on our front lawn (or in the sanctuary in case of weather). Experience beautiful, soulful music to welcome the new year. Bring lawn chairs, picnic baskets and blankets to this family-friendly concert. This event is open to the public. To register, click here. Please contact Daniel Ricken at dricken@bdavid.org if you have any questions or need financial assistance.
Chabad of the Main Line
Erev Rosh Hashanah
Sept. 11 | 6:58 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 25 Montgomery Avenue, Merion Station, PA 19066
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Orthodox
Join us for a traditional Friday night service as we usher in Shabbat and Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year. To learn more, click here. To register, click here.
Chabad of Penn Wynne
Erev Rosh Hashanah Service
Sept. 11 | 7-8 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 7571 Haverford Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19151
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Orthodox
Join us for an evening prayer service celebrating the first night of Rosh Hashanah, welcoming the Jewish New Year with traditional prayers and community gathering. To register, click here.
Kehillat Sha’arei Orah
Erev Rosh Hashanah Service
Sept. 11 | 7-8 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 382 Bala Avenue, Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004
Cost: $50
Denomination: Orthodox
Join Kehillat Sha’arei Orah to welcome in the New Year with beautiful, participatory, traditional Ashkenaz Tefillot. To register, click here.
Narberth Havurah
Rosh Hashanah Evening Service
Sept. 11 | 6:45-8:15 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 196 Woodbine Avenue, Narberth, PA 19072
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Pluralistic
High Holiday services with the Narberth Havurah are filled with prayer, introspection, the joyous music of our own Havurah band, discussion and interaction designed to fill this holy time of year with personal and communal meaning. To register, email ranitlieberman@gmail.com.
Rosh Hashanah Day 1: Sept. 12 | Lower Merion
Adath Israel
Rosh Hashanah Day 1
Sept. 12 | 8:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 250 N. Highland Avenue, Merion Station, PA 19066
Cost: $236
Denomination: Conservative
This is one communal service. Rabbi Yanoff’s sermon will begin around 11:45 a.m. To register, click here or call the synagogue office at 610.934.1919.
Adath Israel
Birthday Party for the World
Sept. 12 | 10-10:30 a.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 250 N. Highland Avenue, Merion Station, PA 19066
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
Led by Rabbi Yanoff and Preschool Director Shari Prensky, this program is for families with children ages 0-6 and is open to the community. To register, call Shari Prensky at 610.934.1920.
Adath Israel
Youth Programming (K-6th Grade)
Sept. 12 | 10:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 250 N. Highland Avenue, Merion Station, PA 19066
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
These are student focused services. To register, call Education Director Hannah Isaacs-Arkin at 610.934.1920.
Beth Am Israel
Rosh Hashanah Day 1 Services
Sept. 12 | 8:45-11:45 a.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 1301 Hagys Ford Road, Penn Valley, PA 19072
Cost: Free
Denomination: Conservative
We offer a traditional service and a contemplative musical service. We have a tot family service, a family service for grades K-7 and a teen conversation. To register, click here.
Beth David Reform Congregation
Erev Rosh Hashanah Outdoor Service
Sept. 12 | 9 a.m.-12 p.m. and 12:15-3:15 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 1130 Vaughan Lane, Gladwyne, PA 19035
Cost: Donations of $150 Appreciated
Denomination: Reform
Join us for traditional and contemporary prayers, music to stir your soul, the rabbi’s sermon and the sounding of the Shofar. This service provides ancient inspiration for a brand new year. Both services are the same, with an early start at 9 a.m. and a later start at 12:15 p.m. To register, click here. Please contact Daniel Ricken at dricken@bdavid.org if you have any questions or need financial assistance.
Chabad of the Main Line
Rosh Hashanah Day 1
Sept. 12 | 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 625 Montgomery Avenue, Merion Station, PA 19066
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Orthodox
All are welcome to join Rabbi Shraga Sherman for an inspiring Rosh Hashanah service. Our lively services are conducted with Hebrew/English prayer books, spiced with inspiring tunes, insightful and relevant explanations, allowing all to absorb the experience at their own level. Children’s programming with light lunch is available during services. Light kiddush following services. Our “no membership” policy applies to all services and programs throughout the year. Our doors and hearts are always open to you. To learn more, click here. To register, click here.
Chabad of Penn Wynne
Morning Services
Sept. 12 | 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 7571 Haverford Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19151
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Orthodox
Join us for morning prayer service for the first day of Rosh Hashanah, featuring the traditional holiday liturgy and Torah reading as the community celebrates the Jewish New Year. To register, click here.
Chabad of Penn Wynne
Mincha/Evening Services
Sept. 12 | 6:50-7:50 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 7571 Haverford Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19151
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Orthodox
Join us for afternoon (Mincha) and evening prayer services for the first day of Rosh Hashanah, featuring the traditional holiday liturgy as the community continues the observance of the Jewish New Year. To register, click here.
Kehillat Sha’arei Orah
Rosh Hashanah Day One
Sept. 12 | 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 382 Bala Avenue, Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004
Cost: $50
Denomination: Orthodox
Join Kehillat Sha’arei Orah to welcome in the New Year with beautiful, participatory, traditional Ashkenaz Tefillot. To register, click here.
Narbert Havurah
Rosh Hashanah Morning Service
Sept. 12 | 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 196 Woodbine Avenue, Narberth, PA 19072
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Pluralistic
High Holiday services with the Narberth Havurah are filled with prayer, introspection, the joyous music of our own Havurah band, discussion and interaction designed to fill this holy time of year with personal and communal meaning. To register, email ranitlieberman@gmail.com.
Rosh Hashanah Day 2: Sept. 13 | Lower Merion
Adath Israel
Rosh Hashanah Day 2
Sept. 13 | 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 250 N. Highland Avenue, Merion Station, PA 19066
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
This is one communal service, with Rabbi Markowitz’s sermon beginning at 11:45 a.m. To register, call the synagogue office at 610.934.1919.
Adath Israel
Pray-N-Play
Sept. 13 | 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 250 N. Highland Avenue, Merion Station, PA 19066
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
This program is for children ages 2-5. To register, call Preschool Director Shari Prensky at 610.934.1920.
Adath Israel
Youth Programming (K-6th Grade)
Sept. 13 | 10:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 250 N. Highland Avenue, Merion Station, PA 19066
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
These are student-focused services and activities. To register, call the synagogue office at 610.934.1919.
Beth Am Israel
Rosh Hashanah Day 2 Services
Sept. 13 | 8:45-11:45 a.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 1301 Hagys Ford Road, Penn Valley, PA 19072
Cost: Free
Denomination: Conservative
We offer a traditional service and a contemplative musical service. We have a tot family service, a family service for grades K-7 and a teen conversation. To register, click here.
Chabad of Penn Wynne
Morning Services
Sept. 13 | 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 7571 Haverford Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19151
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Orthodox
Join us for the morning prayer service for the second day of Rosh Hashanah, featuring the traditional holiday liturgy and Torah reading as the community continues the celebration of the Jewish New Year. To register, click here.
Chabad of Penn Wynne
Shofar Sounding
Sept. 13 | 11:15-11:35 a.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 7571 Haverford Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19151
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Orthodox
Experience a special Rosh Hashanah service centered on the sounding of the shofar, fulfilling the holiday mitzvah and inspiring reflection, renewal and spiritual awakening. To register, click here.
Chabad of Penn Wynne
Evening Services
Sept. 13 | 7-8 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 7571 Haverford Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19151
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Orthodox
Evening prayer service concluding the second day of Rosh Hashanah, featuring the traditional holiday liturgy as the community completes its observance of the Jewish New Year. To register, click here.
Chabad of the Main Line
Rosh Hashanah Day 2
Sept. 13 | 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 625 Montgomery Avenue, Merion Station, PA 19066
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Orthodox
All are welcome to join Rabbi Shraga Sherman for an inspiring Rosh Hashanah service. Our lively services are conducted with Hebrew/English prayer books, spiced with inspiring tunes, insightful and relevant explanations, allowing all to absorb the experience at their own level. Children’s programming with light lunch is available during services. Light kiddush following services. Our “no membership” policy applies to all services and programs throughout the year. Our doors and hearts are always open to you. To learn more, click here. To register, click here.
Kehillat Sha’arei Orah
Rosh Hashanah Day Two
Sept. 13 | 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 382 Bala Avenue, Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004
Cost: $50
Denomination: Orthodox
Join Kehillat Sha’arei Orah to welcome in the New Year with beautiful, participatory, traditional Ashkenaz Tefillot. To register, click here.
Kol Nidre | Lower Merion
Adath Israel
Kol Nidre
Sept. 20 | 6:15-8:15 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 250 N. Highland Avenue, Merion Station, PA 19066
Cost: $236
Denomination: Conservative
This is one communal service, with Rabbi Yanoff delivering the sermon. To register, click here or call the synagogue office at 610.934.1919.
Beth Am Israel
Kol Nidre
Sept. 20 | 6:15-9:15 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 1301 Hagys Ford Road, Penn Valley, PA 19072
Cost: Free
Denomination: Conservative
Please join us for a soulful and musical Kol Nidre service. To register, click here.
Beth David Reform Congregation
Erev Yom Kippur and Kol Nidre Service
Sept. 20 | 7-9:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 1130 Vaughan Lane, Gladwyne, PA 19035
Cost: Donations of $150 Appreciated
Denomination: Reform
The most poignant melody of the year calls to you from across the generations on a night when all of us stand as one. Enjoy the cello and our rabbi’s sermon. To register, click here. Please contact Daniel Ricken at dricken@bdavid.org if you have any questions or need financial assistance.
Chabad of Penn Wynne
Kol Nidre Service
Sept. 20 | 6:45-8:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 7571 Haverford Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19151
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Orthodox
Kol Nidre and Maariv services mark the beginning of Yom Kippur, featuring the traditional liturgy and prayers as the community enters the Day of Atonement. To register, click here.
Chabad of the Main Line
Yom Kippur Kol Nidre
Sept. 20 | 6:45-8:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 625 Montgomery Avenue, Merion Station, PA 19066
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Orthodox
Join us as we usher in Yom Kippur with a traditional Kol Nidrei and Maariv service. Children’s programming available during services.To learn more, click here. To register, click here.
Kehillat Sha’arei Orah
Kol Nidre Service
Sept. 20 | 6:45-8:45 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 382 Bala Avenue, Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004
Cost: $50
Denomination: Orthodox
Join Kehillat Sha’arei Orah to observe Yom Kippur with beautiful, participatory, traditional Ashkenaz Tefillot. To register, click here.
Narberth Havurah
Kol Nidre Service
Sept. 20 | 6:45-8:15 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 196 Woodbine Avenue, Narberth, PA 19072
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Pluralistic
Kol Nidre is sung on the eve of Yom Kippur. This is a beautiful service that ends with the shofar blowing. High Holiday services with the Narberth Havurah are filled with prayer, introspection, the joyous music of our own Havurah band, discussion and interaction designed to fill this holy time of year with personal and communal meaning. To register, email ranitlieberman@gmail.com.
Yom Kippur Morning: Sept. 21 | Lower Merion
Adath Israel
Yom Kippur Morning Service
Sept. 21 | 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 250 N. Highland Avenue, Merion Station, PA 19066
Cost: $236
Denomination: Conservative
This is one communal Yom Kippur service, with Yizkor beginning around 11 a.m. with Rabbi Markowitz’s sermon. To register, click here or call the synagogue office at 610.934.1919.
Adath Israel
Pray-N-Play
Sept. 21 | 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 250 N. Highland Avenue, Merion Station, PA 19066
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
This service is intended for children ages 2-5. To register, call Preschool Director Shari Prensky at 215.934.1920.
Adath Israel
Youth Programming (Grades K-6) and Teen Talk (Grades 7-12)
Sept. 21 | 10:45 a.m.-1:45 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 250 N. Highland Avenue, Merion Station, PA 19066
Cost: Donations Apprecaited
Denomination: Conservative
These are student-focused services and activities. To register, contact Education Director Hannah Isaacs-Arkin at 610.934.1920.
Beth Am Israel
Yom Kippur Morning
Sept. 21 | 8:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 1301 Hagys Ford Road, Penn Valley, PA 19072
Cost: Free
Denomination: Conservatice
We offer a traditional service and a contemplative musical service. We have a tot family service, a family service for grades K-7 and a teen conversation. To register, click here.
Beth David Reform Congregation
Yom Kippur Morning Service
Sept. 21 | 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 1130 Vaughan Lane, Gladwyne, PA 19035
Cost: Donations of $150 Appreciated
Denomination: Reform
Join us for traditional and contemporary prayers, music to stir your soul and our rabbi’s sermon. To register, click here. Please contact Daniel Ricken at dricken@bdavid.org if you have any questions or need financial assistance.
Chabad of the Main Line
Yom Kippur Morning Services
Sept. 21 | 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 625 Montgomery Avenue, Merion Station, PA 19066
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Orthodox
Rabbi Shraga Sherman will lead services that encourage participation and reflection using Hebrew/English prayer books. Children’s programming with light lunch available during services. To learn more, click here. To register, click here.
Chabad of Penn Wynne
Yom Kippur Morning
Sept. 21 | 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 7571 Haverford Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19151
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Orthodox
Join us for a morning prayer service for Yom Kippur, featuring the traditional holiday liturgy and Torah reading as the community observes the Day of Atonement. To register, click here.
Kehillat Sha’arei Orah
Yom Kippur Morning
Sept. 21 | 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 382 Bala Avenue, Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004
Cost: $50
Denomination: Orthodox
Join Kehillat Sha’arei Orah to observe Yom Kippur with beautiful, participatory, traditional Ashkenaz Tefillot. To register, click here.
Narberth Havurah
Yom Kippur Morning Service
Sept. 21 | 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 196 Woodbine Avenue, Narberth, PA 19072
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Pluralistic
High Holiday services with the Narberth Havurah are filled with prayer, introspection, the joyous music of our own Havurah band, discussion and interaction designed to fill this holy time of year with personal and communal meaning. To register, email ranitlieberman@gmail.com.
Yom Kippur Afternoon: Sept. 21 | Lower Merion
Beth David Reform Congregation
Yom Kippur Family Service
Sept. 21 | 1:45-3:15 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 1130 Vaughan Lane, Gladwyne, PA 19035
Cost: Donations of $150 Appreciated
Denomination: Reform
Spend the holiest day of the year together with your kids. This abbreviated service features highlights from the liturgy, lots of participation from our children and teens, and a story instead of a sermon. This service is designed for kids through age 12 and their families. All others are also welcome. To register, click here. Please contact Daniel Ricken at dricken@bdavid.org if you have any questions or need financial assistance.
Beth David Reform Congregation
Yom Kippur Afternoon and Neilah Service
Sept. 21 | 4:45-6:45 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 1130 Vaughan Lane, Gladwyne, PA 19035
Cost: Donations of $150 Appreciated
Denomination: Reform
Join us for the most important part of the whole Torah, plus Jonah and the Whale. We pray as the gates begin to close. Spend private moments in front of the open ark, and hear one final Shofar blast before we make Havdalah.. To register, click here. Please contact Daniel Ricken at dricken@bdavid.org if you have any questions or need financial assistance.
Chabad of Penn Wynne
Yom Kippur Afternoon
Sept. 21 | 5:10-6:25 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 7571 Haverford Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19151
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Orthodox
Join us for an afternoon (Mincha) prayer service for Yom Kippur, featuring the traditional liturgy as the community continues its observance of the Day of Atonement. To register, click here.
Chabad of Penn Wynne
Neilah Closing Service
Sept. 21 | 6:25-7:40 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 7571 Haverford Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19151
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Orthodox
Neilah, the closing service of Yom Kippur, features the final prayers of the Day of Atonement as the community concludes the holy day with reflection and hope. To register, click here.
Kehillat Sha’arei Orah
Yom Kippur Afternoon
Sept. 21 | 3:45-7:45 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 382 Bala Avenue, Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004
Cost: $50
Denomination: Orthodox
Join Kehillat Sha’arei Orah to observe Yom Kippur with beautiful, participatory, traditional Ashkenaz Tefillot. To register, click here.
Adath Israel
Study and Ask the Rabbi – Rabbi Eric Yanoff
Sept. 21 | 2-3:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 250 N. Highland Avenue, Merion Station, PA 19066
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
The topic for this program is Reserving Judgment, on the Days of Judgement. In a tough (and sometimes mean) world, how can we restore human dignity and civil discourse between humans created in God’s image? To register, call the synagogue office at 610.934.1919.
Adath Israel
Study and Learning with Rabbi Andrew Markowitz
Sept. 21 | 3:30-4:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 250 N. Highland Avenue, Merion Station, PA 19066
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
This is a learning session with Rabbi Andrew Markowitz. To register, call the synagogue office at 610.934.1919.
Adath Israel
Study and Learning with Rebecca Millner, MPH, MSW
Sept. 21 | 4:30-5:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 250 N. Highland Avenue, Merion Station, PA 19066
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
This is a learning session with Rebecca Millner, MPH, MSW. To register, call the synagogue office at 610.934.1919.
Adath Israel
Mincha Service
Sept. 21 | 5:30-6:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 250 N. Highland Avenue, Merion Station, PA 19066
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
This is a Mincha Service. To register, click here.
Adath Israel
Neilah Service
Sept. 21 | 6:30-8:12 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 250 N. Highland Avenue, Merion Station, PA 19066
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
This is a time of reflection before the ark, making a spirited end to the holiday. All ages are welcome to attend. To register, click here.
Beth David Reform Congregation
Yom Kippur Family Services
Sept. 21 | 1:45-3:15 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 1130 Vaughan Lane, Gladwyne, PA 19035
Cost: $150
Denomination: Reform
Spend the holiest day of the year together with your kids. This abbreviated service features highlights from the liturgy, lots of participation from our children and teens, and a story instead of a sermon. This service is designed for kids through age 12 and their families; all others are also welcome. To register, click here. Please contact Daniel Ricken at dricken@bdavid.org if you have any questions or need financial assistance.
Beth David Reform Congregation
Yom Kippur Afternoon/Neilah Services
Sept. 21 | 4:45-6:45 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 1130 Vaughan Lane, Gladwyne, PA 19035
Cost: $150
Denomination: Reform
The most important part of the whole Torah, plus Jonah and the Whale. Prayers as the gates begin to close. Spend private moments in front of the open ark and hear one final shofar blast before we make Havdalah. To register, click here. Please contact Daniel Ricken at dricken@bdavid.org if you have any questions or need financial assistance.
Chabad of Penn Wynne
Afternoon Services
Sept. 20 | 3:15-4:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 7571 Haverford Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19151
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Orthodox
Afternoon (Mincha) prayer service for Yom Kippur, featuring the traditional liturgy and prayers as the community continues the observance of the Day of Atonement. To register, click here.
Chabad of Penn Wynne
Yom Kippur Afternoon Service
Sept. 21 | 5:10-6:25 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 7571 Haverford Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19151
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Orthodox
Afternoon (Mincha) prayer service for Yom Kippur, featuring the traditional liturgy as the community continues its observance of the Day of Atonement. To register, click here.
Chabad of Penn Wynne
Neilah Closing Service
Sept. 21 | 6:25-7:40 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 7571 Haverford Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19151
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Orthodox
Neilah, the closing service of Yom Kippur, features the final prayers of the Day of Atonement as the community concludes the holy day with reflection and hope. To register, click here.
Chabad of the Main Line
Afternoon Services/Neilah
Sept. 21 | 5:30 p.m./6:35 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 625 Montgomery Avenue, Merion Station, PA 19066
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Orthodox
We conclude Yom Kippur with Mincha followed by Neilah at 6:35 p.m. The final shofar blast will be at 7:40 p.m. All are welcome to join us for break fast .
To learn more, click here. To register, click here.
Yizkor | Lower Merion
Beth David Reform Congregation
Yizkor
Sept. 21 | 3:45-4:45 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 1130 Vaughan Lane, Gladwyne, PA 19035
Cost: Donations of $150 Appreciated
Denomination: Reform
Join us for prayers, music and quiet time for grief and memory. To register, click here. Please contact Daniel Ricken at dricken@bdavid.org if you have any questions or need financial assistance.
Chabad of Penn Wynne
Yizkor
Sept. 21 | 12-12:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 7571 Haverford Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19151
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Orthodox
Join us for a Yizkor memorial service honoring the memory of departed loved ones through traditional prayers and reflection during Yom Kippur. To register, click here
Adath Israel
Yizkor Service
Sept. 21 | 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 250 N. Highland Avenue, Merion Station, PA 19066
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Conservative
Our Yizkor Service is open to the community. To register, click here.
Beth David Reform Congregation
Yizkor
Sept. 21 | 3:45-4:45 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 1130 Vaughan Lane, Gladwyne, PA 19035
Cost: $150
Denomination: Reform
Prayers, music, and quiet time for grief and memory. To register, click here. Please contact Daniel Ricken at dricken@bdavid.org if you have any questions or need financial assistance.
Chabad of Penn Wynne
Yizkor
Sept. 21 | 12-12:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 7571 Haverford Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19151
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Orthodox
Yizkor memorial service honoring the memory of departed loved ones through traditional prayers and reflection during Yom Kippur. To register, click here.
Chabad of the Main Line
Yizkor
Sept. 21 | 11:30 a.m. (approximate)
In-Person Program
Address: 625 Montgomery Avenue, Merion Station, PA 19066
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Orthodox
Join us for the Yizkor memorial service honoring the memory of departed loved ones through traditional prayers. To learn more, click here. To register, click here.
Narberth Havurah
Yizkor / Neilah Service
Sept. 21 | 4:30-6:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 196 Woodbine Avenue, Narberth, PA 19072
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Pluralistic
We will hold Yizkor (remembrance) and Neilah (closing service) immediately followed by the break-fast. High Holiday services with the Narberth Havurah are filled with prayer, introspection, the joyous music of our own Havurah band, discussion and interaction designed to fill this holy time of year with personal and communal meaning. To register, email ranitlieberman@gmail.com.
Other | Lower Merion
Chabad of Penn Wynne
Yom Kippur Afternoon
Sept. 20 | 3:15-4:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 7571 Haverford Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19151
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Orthodox
Experience an afternoon (Mincha) prayer service for Yom Kippur, featuring the traditional liturgy and prayers as the community continues the observance of the Day of Atonement. To register, click here.
PJ Library
Holiday Themed Books and Activities
PJ Library provides free, Jewish themed-books and activities in the mail each month from infancy until age 12. To learn more and sign up your children to receive monthly books, including High Holiday themed resources, click here.
Kaiserman JCC
Cholent & Conversations
Sept. 4 | 12:15-1:15 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 45 Haverford Road, Wynnewood, PA 19096
Cost: $5
Denomination: Other – Community
Each month, our GEMS Community (adults and older adults) meet a different Rabbi or Jewish educator from the community, sharing their wisdom about Jewish connections in text impacting the world today with us. No experience or knowledge base required. For September, the community will meet with Rabbi Moriah Simon Hazani for the High Holiday Edition of the program. To register, click here.
Northeast Philadelphia
Rosh Hashanah Day 1: Sept. 12 | Northeast Philadelphia
Temple Beth Ami
Rosh Hashanah Service at Temple Beth Ami
Sept. 12 | 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 9201 Old Bustleton Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19115
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Traditional
Join Rabbi Mitchell Novitsky in the main sanctuary of Temple Beth Ami for an in-person, family-friendly service to commemorate the first day of Rosh Hashanah.
To register, please call or email the Temple Beth Ami office at 215.673.2511 or templebethami2@gmail.com.
Rosh Hashanah Day 2: Sept. 13 | Northeast Philadelphia
Temple Beth Ami
Rosh Hashanah Service at Temple Beth Ami
Sept. 13 | 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 9201 Old Bustleton Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19115
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Traditional
Join Rabbi Mitchell Novitsky in the main sanctuary of Temple Beth Ami for an in-person, family-friendly service to commemorate the second day of Rosh Hashanah.
To register, please call or email the Temple Beth Ami office at 215.673.2511 or templebethami2@gmail.com.
Taschlich | Northeast Philadelphia
Temple Beth Ami
Temple Beth Ami’s Tashlich Service
Sept. 13 | 2:30-3 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: Bustleton Avenue Bridge Over Pennypack Creek
Cost: Free
Denomination: Traditional
Join Rabbi Mitchell Novitsky at the Bustleton Avenue Bridge over Pennypack Creek on the east side of the street for a Tashlich service. Please bring your own bread with you.
To register, please call or email the Temple Beth Ami office at 215.673.2511 or templebethami2@gmail.com.
Kol Nidre | Northeast Philadelphia
Temple Beth Ami
Kol Nidre at Temple Beth Ami
Sept. 20 | 6:20-9:20 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 9201 Old Bustleton Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19115
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Traditional
Join Rabbi Mitchell Novitsky in the main sanctuary of Temple Beth Ami for an in-person, family-friendly Kol Nidre service.
To register, please call or email the Temple Beth Ami office at 215.673.2511 or templebethami2@gmail.com.
Yom Kippur Morning: Oct. 2 | Northeast Philadelphia
Temple Beth Ami
Yom Kippur at Temple Beth Ami
Sept. 21 | 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 9201 Old Bustleton Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19115
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Traditional
Join Rabbi Mitchell Novitsky in the main sanctuary of Temple Beth Ami for an in-person, family-friendly service to commemorate the morning of Yom Kippur.
To register, please call or email the Temple Beth Ami office at 215.673.2511 or templebethami2@gmail.com.
Yom Kippur Afternoon: Oct. 2 | Northeast Philadelphia
Temple Beth Ami
Yom Kippur at Temple Beth Ami
Sept. 21 | 6-9 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 9201 Old Bustleton Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19115
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Traditional
Join Rabbi Mitchell Novitsky in the main sanctuary of Temple Beth Ami for an in-person family-friendly Yom Kippur Mincha, Neila/Ma’ariv Services, and Tekiat Shofar.
To register, please call or email the Temple Beth Ami office at 215.673.2511 or templebethami2@gmail.com.
Yizkor | Northeast Philadelphia
Temple Beth Ami
Community Yizkor at Temple Beth Ami
Sept. 21 | 3-4 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 9201 Old Bustleton Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19115
Cost: Free
Denomination: Traditional
Join Rabbi Mitchell Novitsky in the main sanctuary of Temple Beth Ami for an in-person, family-friendly community Yizkor service.
To register, please call or email the Temple Beth Ami office at 215.673.2511 or templebethami2@gmail.com.
Other | Northeast Philadelphia
PJ Library
Holiday Themed Books and Activities
PJ Library provides free, Jewish themed-books and activities in the mail each month from infancy until age 12. To learn more and sign up your children to receive monthly books, including High Holiday themed resources, click here.
KleinLife
Rosh Hashanah Celebration
Sept. 2 | 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 10100 Jamison Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19116
Cost: $3
Denomination: N/A
Start 5787 with some sweetness with your friends and community. Enjoy a fun program with Rabbi Sandra Berliner, a delicious festive meal and live music by Barry Warren. Space is limited. Reserve your seat with payment at the front desk by August 24. Call 215.698.7300 x193 for more information.
KleinLife
Oneg Shabbat: Yom Kippur Yizkor
Sept. 18 | 10:30-11:30 a.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 10100 Jamison Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19116
Cost: Free
Denomination: N/A
Led by Rabbi Berliner, in this program, reflect on this past year and honor the loved ones you have lost. Memorial candles will be available for lighting in memory of your loved ones. To register, call 215.698.7300 x193.
Old York Road
Erev Rosh Hashanah: Sept. 11 | Old York Road
Congregation Kol Ami
Erev Rosh Hashanah
Sept. 11 | 8-9:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: St. John’s Lutheran Church, 1224 Melrose Avenue, Melrose Park, PA 19027
Cost: $30
Denomination: Reform
We offer a small, intimate and inclusive progressive-traditional service with lots of singing! To register, email admin@kolamielkinspark.org.
Old York Road Temple-Beth Am
Erev Rosh Hashanah
Sept. 11 | 7:30-9 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: Molish Sanctuary
Cost: Hybrid
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, call 215.886.8000.
Reform Congregation Keneseth Israel
Erev Rosh Hashanah
Sept. 11 | 8-9:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 8339 Old York Rd. Elkins Park, PA 19027 & KenesethIsrael.org/Stream
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Reform
Join us for Erev Rosh Hashanah featuring Rabbi Benjamin P. David’s sermon “Mourning on the Eleventh.” Contact 215-887-8700 for tickets.
Rosh Hashanah Day 1: Sept. 12 | Old York Road
Congregation Kol Ami
Rosh Hashanah Day
Sept. 12 | 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: St. John’s Lutheran Church, 1224 Melrose Avenue, Melrose Park, PA 19027
Cost: $30
Denomination: Reform
We offer a small, intimate and inclusive progressive-traditional service with lots of singing! To register, email admin@kolamielkinspark.org.
Congregations of Shaare Shamayim
Rosh Hashanah Day 1
Sept. 12 | 8 a.m.-12 p.m. or 9:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 8339 Old York Road, Elkins Park, PA 19027
Cost: Donations Strongly Suggested
Denomination: Conservative
Join Rabbi Dr. Daniel Rosenberg and Cantor Larry Josefovitz for traditional services beginning at 8 a.m., or Rabbi Sandra Berliner and Cantor Bernard Walters for Egalitarian services beginning at 9:30 a.m. To register, contact Carrie Blasband at 215.677.1600 or email office@shaareshamayim.org.
Old York Road Temple-Beth Am
Rosh Hashanah Morning Service
Sept. 12 | 10-11:30 a.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: Molish Sanctuary
Cost: Open to Members Only
Denomination: Reform
Join Rabbi Robert Leib and Cantor Hallie Weiner for a traditional service to commemorate Rosh HaShanah, featuring a professional choir. This service is reserved for Beth Am congregants only.
Old York Road Temple-Beth Am
Rosh Hashanah Family Service
Sept. 12 | 1:30-2:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: Molish Sanctuary
Cost: Free
Denomination: Reform
Join us for a family-friendly service for all ages. To register, call 215.886.8000.
Reform Congregation Keneseth Israel
Rosh Hashanah Morning Service
Sept. 12 | 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 8339 Old York Rd. Elkins Park, PA 19027 & KenesethIsrael.org/Stream
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Reform
Join us for Rosh Hashanah services featuring Rabbi Benjamin P. David’s sermon “A Box of Marbles.” Contact 215-887-8700 for tickets.
Reform Congregation Keneseth Israel
Rosh Hashanah Family Service
Sept. 12 | 2-3:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 8339 Old York Rd. Elkins Park, PA 19027 & KenesethIsrael.org/Stream
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Reform
Join us for Rosh Hashanah services geared towards children ages 5 to 12. This will be followed by Tashlich at Wall Park. Contact 215-887-8700 for tickets.
Rosh Hashanah Day 2: Sept. 13 | Old York Road
Congregations of Shaare Shamayim
Rosh Hashanah Day 2
Sept. 13 | 8 a.m.-12 p.m. or 9:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 8339 Old York Road, Elkins Park, PA 19027
Cost: Donations Strongly Suggested
Denomination: Conservative
Join Rabbi Dr. Daniel Rosenberg and Cantor Larry Josefovitz for traditional services beginning at 8 a.m., or Rabbi Sandra Berliner and Cantor Bernard Walters for Egalitarian services beginning at 9:30 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 Morning Service
Sept. 13 | 10-11:30 a.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: Molish Sanctuary
Cost: Free
Denomination: Reform
For our Second Day Rosh Hashanah Morning Service, participants are invited to bring their children, grandchildren, or great-grandchildren for a special blessing. To register, call 215.886.8000.
Old York Road Temple-Beth Am
Young Family Rosh Hashanah Celebration
Sept. 13 | 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: Temple Beth Torah Chapel
Cost: Free
Denomination: Reform
Enjoy songs, stories, games and sweet treats for young families! To register, call 215.886.8000.
Kol Nidre | Old York Road
Congregation Kol Ami
Kol Nidre
Sept. 20 | 8-10 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: St. John’s Lutheran Church, 1224 Melrose Avenue, Melrose Park, PA 19027
Cost: $30
Denomination: Reform
We offer a small, intimate and inclusive progressive-traditional service with lots of singing! To register, email admin@kolamielkinspark.org.
Congregations of Shaare Shamayim
Kol Nidre
Sept. 20 | 6-9 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 8339 Old York Road, Elkins Park, PA 19027
Cost: Donations Strongly Suggested
Denomination: Conservative
Join Rabbi Sandra Berliner, Rabbi Dr. Daniel Rosenberg, Cantor Bernard Walters and Cantor Larry Josefovitz for Egalitarian and Traditional Kol Nidre services. To register, contact Carrie Blasband at 215.677.1600 or email office@shaareshamayim.org.
Old York Road Temple-Beth Am
Kol Nidre
Sept. 20 | 7:30-9:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: Molish Sanctuary
Cost: Free
Denomination: Reform
This service is reserved for Beth Am congregants only.
Reform Congregation Keneseth Israel
Kol Nidre for the Soul
Sept. 20 | 6-8 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 8339 Old York Rd. Elkins Park, PA 19027 & KenesethIsrael.org/Stream
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Reform
Join us for our Kol Nidre for the Soul service. Contact 215-887-8700 for tickets.
Reform Congregation Keneseth Israel
Kol Nidre
Sept. 20 | 8-10 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 8339 Old York Rd. Elkins Park, PA 19027 & KenesethIsrael.org/Stream
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Reform
Join us for our Kol Nidre service featuring Rabbi Benjamin P. David’s sermon “To Be or Not To Be.” Contact 215-887-8700 for tickets.
Yom Kippur Morning: Sept. 21 | Old York Road
Congregation Kol Ami
Yom Kippur Morning
Sept. 21 | 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: St. John’s Lutheran Church, 1224 Melrose Avenue, Melrose Park, PA 19027
Cost: $30
Denomination: Reform
We offer a small, intimate and inclusive progressive-traditional service with lots of singing! To register, email admin@kolamielkinspark.org.
Congregations of Shaare Shamayim
Yom Kippur Morning
Sept. 21 | 9 a.m.-2 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
Denomination: Conservative
Join Rabbi Dr. Daniel Rosenberg and Cantor Larry Josefovitz for Traditional services beginning at 9 a.m., or Rabbi Sandra Berliner and Cantor Bernard Walters for Egalitarian services beginning at 9:30 a.m. To register, contact Carrie Blasband at 215.677.1600 or email office@shaareshamayim.org.
Old York Road Temple-Beth Am
Yom Kippur Morning
Sept. 21 | 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: Molish Sanctuary
Cost: Free
Denomination: Reform
This service is reserved for Beth Am congregants only.
Reform Congregation Keneseth Israel
Yom Kippur Morning Service
Sept. 21 | 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 8339 Old York Rd. Elkins Park, PA 19027 & KenesethIsrael.org/Stream
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Reform
Join us for Yom Kippur morning services featuring Rabbi Benjamin P. David’s sermon “No Day But Today.” Contact 215-887-8700 for tickets.
Yom Kippur Afternoon: Sept. 21 | Old York Road
Congregation Kol Ami
Yom Kippur Afternoon/Neilah/Yizkor
Sept. 21 | 3:30-6 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: St. John’s Lutheran Church, 1224 Melrose Avenue, Melrose Park, PA 19027
Cost: Free
Denomination: Reform
We offer a small, intimate and inclusive progressive-traditional service with lots of singing! To register, email admin@kolamielkinspark.org.
Old York Road Temple-Beth Am
Yom Kippur Family Service
Sept. 21 | 1:30-3 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: Molish Sanctuary
Cost: Free
Denomination: Reform
This is a family-friendly service for all ages. To register, call 215.886.8000.
Reform Congregation Keneseth Israel
Yom Kippur Study Session
Sept. 21 | 1-2 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 8339 Old York Rd. Elkins Park, PA 19027 & KenesethIsrael.org/Stream
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Reform
Join us for Yom Kippur services including a study session. Contact 215-887-8700 for tickets.
Reform Congregation Keneseth Israel
Yom Kippur Family Service
Sept. 21 | 2-3 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 8339 Old York Rd. Elkins Park, PA 19027 & KenesethIsrael.org/Stream
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Reform
Join us for a Yom Kippur family service geared towards children ages 5 to 12. Contact 215-887-8700 for tickets.
Reform Congregation Keneseth Israel
Music and Meditation Service
Sept. 21 | 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 8339 Old York Rd. Elkins Park, PA 19027 & KenesethIsrael.org/Stream
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Reform
Join us for a music and meditation service. Contact 215-887-8700 for tickets.
Yizkor | Old York Road
Old York Road Temple-Beth Am
Yizkor
Sept. 21 | 4-5:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: Torah Beth Torah Chapel
Cost: Free
Denomination: Reform
Join us for a Yizkor service followed by Neilah. To register, call 215.886.8000.
Reform Congregation Keneseth Israel
Memorial and Ne’ilah Services
Sept. 21 | 4:30-6 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 8339 Old York Rd. Elkins Park, PA 19027 & KenesethIsrael.org/Stream
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Reform
Join us for memorial and Nei’lah services. Contact 215-887-8700 for tickets.
Other | Old York Road
PJ Library
Holiday Themed Books and Activities
PJ Library provides free, Jewish themed-books and activities in the mail each month from infancy until age 12. To learn more and sign up your children to receive monthly books, including High Holiday themed resources, click here.
Philadelphia (Excluding Northeast)
Erev Rosh Hashanah: Sept. 11 | Philadelphia (Excluding Northeast)
Congregation Mikveh Israel
Eve of Rosh Hashanah
Sept. 11 | 6:45-7:45 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 44 North 4th Street (121 North Independence Mall East), Philadelphia, PA 19106
Cost: Free for members and $100 for guests
Denomination: Orthodox
Celebrate and experience the Jewish New Year in the warmth and beauty of Congregation Mikveh Israel, the oldest and longest continuously operating synagogue in America. The congregation offers a welcoming and meaningful High Holiday experience for individuals, couples and families of all ages. Please register by Sept. 4. To register for seats, click here. To register for meals, click here.
B’nai Abraham Chabad
Rosh Hashanah Dinner
Sept. 11 | 6:45-8:45 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 527 Lombard Street, Philadelphia, PA 19147
Cost: $36
Denomination: Other
Rosh Hashanah Service and Community Dinner. To register, click here.
Temple Beth Zion-Beth Israel
RH2 Concert and Service
Sept. 11 | 5:30-7:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: Rittenhouse Square, Center City Philadelphia, PA
Cost: Free
Denomination: Conservative
Do not miss our annual Erev Rosh Hashanah concert in Rittenhouse Square featuring Rabbi Annie Lewis, Rabbi Yosef Goldman, Dan Blacksberg and Ensamble. Bring a picnic dinner and enjoy a beautiful evening of music and services to start off the Holy days season. To register, click here.
Mishkan Shalom
Erev Rosh Hashanah
Sept. 11 | 7-8:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 4101 Freeland Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19128
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Rabbi Shawn Zevit and Student Rabbi Sai Koros will lead us in welcoming the Jewish New Year, 5787, with song, prayer and spiritual preparation for the Days of Awe. To register, click here.
P’nai Or Philadelphia
Erev Rosh Hashanah
Sept. 11 | 6-7:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: Summit Presbyterian Church, 6757 Greene Street, Philadelphia, PA 19119
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Jewish Renewal
This is a joyful musical gathering with singing, candlelighting, Kiddush, and apples and honey. For attendees on Zoom, links will be included to our prayer book. To register, click here and for more information, click here.
Congregation Rodeph Shalom
Erev Rosh Hashanah Service
Sept. 11 | 7:30-9 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 615 N. Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19123
Cost: Free
Denomination: Reform
Join Rabbi Jill Maderer, Rabbi Eli Freedman and Cantor Bradley Hyman for an Erev Rosh Hashanah service that is open to the community. To register click here or email Steven Share at sshare@rodephshalom.org.
Society Hill Synagogue
Erev Rosh Hashanah Service with Oneg Dinner
Sept. 11 | 6-7:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 418 Spruce Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106
Cost: Tickets Included with Society Hill Synagogue Membership
Denomination: Independent
Welcome the Jewish New Year with our Erev Rosh Hashanah service in the sanctuary. This evening service includes traditional prayers, inspiring melodies and reflections to usher in 5787. Following the service, join us for a festive Oneg dinner, celebrating the start of the High Holidays with community and joy. To register, click here or contact Executive Director Sahar Oz at soz@societyhillsynagogue.org or 215.922.6590.
Rosh Hashanah Day 1: Sept. 12 | Philadelphia (Excluding Northeast)
Congregation Mikveh Israel
Rosh Hashanah Day One – Morning
Sept. 12 | 8-11:30 a.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 44 North 4th Street (121 North Independence Mall East), Philadelphia, PA 19106
Cost: Free for members and $100 for guests
Denomination: Orthodox
Celebrate and experience the Jewish New Year in the warmth and beauty of Congregation Mikveh Israel, the oldest and longest continuously operating synagogue in America. The congregation offers a welcoming and meaningful High Holiday experience for individuals, couples and families of all ages. Please register by Sept. 4. To register for seats, click here. To register for meals, click here.
Congregation Mikveh Israel
Rosh Hashanah Day One – Evening
Sept. 12 | 6:45-7:45 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 44 North 4th Street (121 North Independence Mall East), Philadelphia, PA 19106
Cost: Free for members and $100 for guests
Denomination: Orthodox
Celebrate and experience the Jewish New Year in the warmth and beauty of Congregation Mikveh Israel, the oldest and longest continuously operating synagogue in America. The congregation offers a welcoming and meaningful High Holiday experience for individuals, couples and families of all ages. Please register by Sept. 4. To register for seats, click here. To register for meals, click here.
B’nai Abraham Chabad
Rosh Hashanah Service
Sept. 12 | 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 527 Lombard Street, Philadelphia, PA 19147
Cost: Free
Denomination: Other
Our spiritual leaders as well as our host lay leaders aim to make your High Holidays a truly meaningful experience. They will walk you through the prayers and provide explanations and anecdotes throughout the services. To register, click here.
Temple Beth Zion-Beth Israel
Rosh Hashanah Day 1 Service
Sept. 12 | 8:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 300 South 18th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103
Cost: $180
Denomination: Conservative
Join BZBI for the 5787 High Holy Days season with new Senior Rabbi Annie Lewis, Rabbi Yosef Goldman and Rabbi Kenneth A. Stern in Center City Philadelphia. To register, click here.
Folkshul
Folkshul’s Rosh Hashanah Observance
Sept. 12 | 2-4 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: Germantown, Philadelphia, PA (Address Provided Upon Registration)
Cost: Free
Denomination: Secular Humanist
Join Folkshul for a Secular Humanist observance of Rosh Hashanah. Welcome the New Year with music, readings and the sound of the shofar. Our adult community observance and our children’s program run simultaneously. To register, email folkshul@folkshul.org or click here.
Makom Community
Family Rosh Hashanah Celebration
Sept. 12 | 9:30-11:30 a.m.
Open Play (9:30-10, 10:30-11:30 a.m.), Family Service and Shofar (10 a.m.)
In-Person Program
Address: 2401 Washington Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19146
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Non-Denominational/Family-Centered
You’re invited to join Makom Community and Jkid Philly to celebrate Rosh Hashanah! We will sing, dance, play, hear stories and blow the shofar to welcome in the New Year! We’ll have special round challah, apples and honey to share!
To register, email Beverly Socher-Lerner at beverly@makomcommunity.org.
Mishkan Shalom
Rosh Hashanah Day 1
Sept. 12 | 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 4101 Freeland Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19128
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Rabbi Shawn Zevit, Student Rabbi Sai Koros and community members will create an experience of celebration and transformation through prayer, music and Torah. Unless otherwise noted, all services are available to attend in-person and stream online. Children’s and teen services are also available. To register, click here.
Mishkan Shalom
Family Services
Sept. 12 | 9:30-10:30 a.m., 11 a.m.-12 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 4101 Freeland Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19128
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Reconstructionist
We offer a range of children’s and teen services. To register, click here.
P’nai Or Philadelphia
Rosh Hashanah Day 1
Sept. 12 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: Summit Presbyterian Church, 6757 Greene Street, Philadelphia, PA 19119
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Jewish Renewal
Join P’nai Or Philadelphia for a blend of traditional liturgy, meditative chanting, silent meditation and contemplation. We have opportunities to share in small groups reflections of how our teachings and practice of Judaism manifests in and impacts our lives today. The service will be followed by a potluck luncheon. To register, click here and for more information, click here.
Congregation Rodeph Shalom
Rosh Hashanah Contemporary Service
Sept. 12 | 9-10:30 a.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 615 N. Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19123
Cost: Donations Strongly Suggested
Denomination: Reform
Join Rabbi Jill Maderer, Rabbi Eli Freedman and Cantor Bradley Hyman, in-person or through livestream, to celebrate and pray in meaningful services that lift up styles and composers in the Jewish community and bring a particularly multi-generational approach. To become a member or prospective member, contact Steven Share at sshare@rodephshalom.org or call 267.930.7286.
Congregation Rodeph Shalom
Rosh Hashanah Classical Service
Sept. 12 | 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 615 N. Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19123
Cost: Donations Strongly Suggested
Denomination: Reform
Join Rabbi Jill Maderer, Rabbi Eli Freedman and Cantor Bradley 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 become a member or prospective member, contact Steven Share at sshare@rodephshalom.org or call 267.930.7286.
Society Hill Synagogue
Rosh Hashanah Main Service with Kiddush Lunch
Sept. 12 | 9 a.m.-1:15 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 418 Spruce Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106
Cost: Tickets Included with Society Hill Synagogue Membership
Denomination: Independent
Celebrate the first day of Rosh Hashanah with our traditional morning service in the sanctuary, including the sounding of the shofar, Torah readings and meaningful liturgy. This service is designed to inspire reflection and renewal as we begin the new year. Following the morning service, join us for a festive Kiddush Lunch. Enjoy traditional Rosh Hashanah foods and the opportunity to socialize and reflect on the day’s services while connecting with the community. To register, click here or contact Executive Director Sahar Oz at soz@societyhillsynagogue.org or 215.922.6590.
Society Hill Synagogue
Rosh Hashanah Service for Families with Children Ages 6 and Younger
Sept. 12 | 9:30-10:15 a.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 418 Spruce Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106
Cost: Tickets Included with Society Hill Synagogue Membership
Denomination: Independent
Join Karen Hafter, Director of Youth and Family Education, and Micah Hart, Young Families Shabbat Song Leader, for a blend of blessings, prayers, singing, movement and storytelling. This highly engaging Rosh Hashanah service for young children and their families in the Social Hall is one of Society Hill Synagogue’s signature young families programs and a wonderful way to start the new year! To register, click here or contact Executive Director Sahar Oz at soz@societyhillsynagogue.org or 215.922.6590.
Society Hill Synagogue
Rosh Hashanah Service for Families with Children Ages 7-12
Sept. 12 | 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 418 Spruce Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106
Cost: Tickets Included with Society Hill Synagogue Membership
Denomination: Independent
Join Karen Hafter, Director of Youth and Family Education, and Micah Hart, Young Families Shabbat Song Leader, for a service designed for children ages 7-12 and their families. The service in the Social Hall includes many of the key elements of the Rosh Hashanah morning service but in a shorter layout, with songs and melodies geared toward tweens. To register, click here or contact Executive Director Sahar Oz at soz@societyhillsynagogue.org or 215.922.6590.
Society Hill Synagogue
Rosh Hashanah Teen Program
Sept. 12 | 10:30-11:30 a.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 418 Spruce Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106
Cost: Free for Teens with Family Attending Other Society Hill Synagogue Programming
Denomination: Independent
This unique opportunity offers teens an engaging alternative to the main Rosh Hashanah services. Instead of a full service, this program allows teens to connect with High Holiday themes and bond with their peers in a thoughtful and meaningful way. We’ve designed this program to ensure teens can participate fully and reflect on important seasonal themes. Participants will join the main service for the end of the Torah service and the Rabbi’s D’var Torah. To register, click here or contact Executive Director Sahar Oz at soz@societyhillsynagogue.org or 215.922.6590.
Rosh Hashanah Day 2: Sept. 13 | Philadelphia (Excluding Northeast)
Congregation Mikveh Israel
Rosh Hashanah Day Two – Morning
Sept. 13 | 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 44 North 4th Street (121 North Independence Mall East), Philadelphia, PA 19106
Cost: Free for members and $100 for guests
Denomination: Orthodox
Celebrate and experience the Jewish New Year in the warmth and beauty of Congregation Mikveh Israel, the oldest and longest continuously operating synagogue in America. The congregation offers a welcoming and meaningful High Holiday experience for individuals, couples and families of all ages. Please register by Sept. 4. To register for seats, click here. To register for meals, click here.
Congregation Mikveh Israel
Rosh Hashanah Day Two – Evening
Sept. 13 | 6:45-7:45 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 44 North 4th Street (121 North Independence Mall East), Philadelphia, PA 19106
Cost: Free for members and $100 for guests
Denomination: Orthodox
Celebrate and experience the Jewish New Year in the warmth and beauty of Congregation Mikveh Israel, the oldest and longest continuously operating synagogue in America. The congregation offers a welcoming and meaningful High Holiday experience for individuals, couples and families of all ages. Please register by Sept. 4.To register for seats, click here. To register for meals, click here.
B’nai Abraham Chabad
Rosh Hashanah Service
Sept. 13 | 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 527 Lombard Street, Philadelphia, PA 19147
Cost: Free
Denomination: Other
Our spiritual leaders as well as our host lay leaders aim to make your High Holidays a truly meaningful experience. They will walk you through the prayers and provide explanations and anecdotes throughout the services. To register, click here.
Temple Beth Zion-Beth Israel
Rosh Hashanah Day 2 Service
Sept. 13 | 8:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 300 South 18th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103
Cost: $180
Denomination: Conservative
Join BZBI for the 5787 High Holy Days season with new Senior Rabbi Annie Lewis, Rabbi Yosef Goldman and Rabbi Kenneth A. Stern in Center City Philadelphia. To register, click here.
Mishkan Shalom
Rosh Hashanah Day 2
Sept. 13 | 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 4101 Freeland Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19128
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Rabbi Shawn Zevit, Student Rabbi Sai Koros and community members will create an experience of celebration and transformation through prayer, music, Torah and the call of the shofar. This will blend traditional prayers, silence and reflection, teachings and meditations. We will mark the sacredness of the day with 100 blasts of the shofar, Torah readings and opportunities to receive blessings. To register, click here.
P’nai Or Philadelphia
Rosh Hashanah Day 2
Sept. 13 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: Summit Presbyterian Church, 6757 Greene Street, Philadelphia, PA 19119
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Jewish Renewal
Join P’nai Or Philadelphia for a blend of traditional liturgy, meditative chanting, silent meditation and contemplation. We have opportunities to share in small groups reflections on the teaching of the Torah portion and how this manifests in and impacts our lives today. The service will be followed by a potluck luncheon. To register, click here and for more information, click here.
Society Hill Synagogue
Rosh Hashanah Second Day Service with Kiddush Lunch
Sept. 13 | 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 418 Spruce Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106
Cost: Tickets Included with Society Hill Synagogue Membership
Denomination: Independent
Join us in the Sanctuary for the second day of Rosh Hashanah services, continuing our High Holiday observance with prayer, reflection and the sounding of the shofar. The atmosphere is joyful and contemplative as we enter the new year with intention. Enjoy a delicious Kiddush lunch following the service. Gather with the community to share a meal, reflect on the High Holidays and enjoy each other’s company. To register, click here or contact Executive Director Sahar Oz at soz@societyhillsynagogue.org or 215.922.6590.
Taschlich | Philadelphia (Excluding Northeast)
Mishkan Shalom
Tashlich
Sept. 12 | 3:30-4:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: Valley Green Inn, Valley Green Rd, Philadelphia, PA 19118
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Join us in Wissahickon Valley Park as we 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. Though Tashlich is not traditionally held on Shabbat, we will be maintaining the spirit of Shabbat, encouraging the rest and renewal of our community and asking you to leave any bread or food at home and come to the river bank where pebbles, twigs and leaves await you and your help guiding them to the stream in our Tashlich ritual. To register, click here.
P’nai Or Philadelphia
Tashlich
Sept. 12 | 4:30-5:30 p.m..
In-Person Program
Address: Saylor’s Grove, Wissahickon Avenue & W. Rittenhouse Street, Philadelphia, PA 19144
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Jewish Renewal
Join P’nai Or Philadelphia for the Tashlich ritual of song and reflection and a casting off of the past year’s burdens. To register, click here and for more information, click here.
Congregation Rodeph Shalom
Tashlich
Sept. 12 | 2-3:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: Fairmount Water Works, 640 Waterworks Drive, Philadelphia, PA 19130
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 in order to improve and move forward in life. We will throw leaves and twigs into the water so we do not introduce foreign elements into the environment. To register, email Sophia Schwab at clergyoffice@rodephshalom.org.
Society Hill Synagogue
Community Tashlich
Sept. 13 | 2:30-3:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: Penn’s Landing
Cost: Free
Denomination: Independent
Participate in the symbolic casting off of sins during our Community Tashlich ceremony. This meaningful ritual involves gathering by a body of water to reflect and start anew. We will walk together from Society Hill Synagogue to Penn’s Landing. To register, contact Executive Director Sahar Oz at soz@societyhillsynagogue.org or 215.922.6590.
Kol Nidre | Philadelphia (Excluding Northeast)
B’nai Abraham Chabad
Yom Kippur Eve
Sept. 20 | 6:45-8:45 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 527 Lombard Street, Philadelphia, PA 19147
Cost: Free
Denomination: Other
Our spiritual leaders as well as our host lay leaders aim to make your High Holidays a truly meaningful experience. They will walk you through the prayers and provide explanations and anecdotes throughout the services. To register, click here.
Temple Beth Zion-Beth Israel
Kol Nidre Service
Sept. 20 | 6:15-7:45 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 300 South 18th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103
Cost: $180
Denomination: Conservative
Join BZBI for the 5787 High Holy Days season with new Senior Rabbi Annie Lewis, Rabbi Yosef Goldman and Rabbi Kenneth A. Stern in Center City Philadelphia. To register, click here.
Mishkan Shalom
Kol Nidre
Sept. 20 | 6-8 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 4101 Freeland Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19128
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Beginning by lighting the holiday candles, we will open our hearts to forgiveness and compassion as we enter Yom Kippur together. Each of us will have the opportunity to write teshuvah and affirmation (return and atonement) cards in advance of services – ways we feel we have missed the mark and erred this past year, as well as ways in which we have lived out our values and ideals. To register, click here.
P’nai Or Philadelphia
Kol Nidre
Sept. 20 | 5-7:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: Summit Presbyterian Church, 6757 Greene Street, Philadelphia, PA 19119
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Jewish Renewal
Preparation rituals, including offering tzedakah and writing personal al-chet (how we individually and communally have missed the mark, which we include anonymously as part of that section of the liturgy on Yom Kippur day) start at 5 p.m. This includes prayers and candlelighting and wearing white is encouraged. The Kol Nidre service begins at 6 p.m. To register, click here and for more information, click here.
Congregation Rodeph Shalom
Kol Nidre Service
Sept. 20 | 7:30-9 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 615 N. Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19123
Cost: Donations Strongly Suggested
Denomination: Reform
Join Rabbi Jill Maderer, Rabbi Eli Freedman and Cantor Bradley Hyman, in-person or through livestream, for an uplifting experience of community, prayer and music to commemorate the High Holy Days. To become a member or prospective member, contact Steven Share at sshare@rodephshalom.org or call 267.930.7286.
Society Hill Synagogue
Kol Nidre
Sept. 20 | 6:30-9 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 418 Spruce Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106
Cost: Tickets Included with Society Hill Synagogue Membership
Denomination: Independent
Begin Yom Kippur in our Sanctuary with the powerful Kol Nidrei service, featuring stirring melodies and the haunting beauty of Kol Nidrei, which sets the tone for an evening of solemn reflection. To register, click here or contact Executive Director Sahar Oz at soz@societyhillsynagogue.org or 215.922.6590.
Yom Kippur Morning: Sept. 22 | Philadelphia (Excluding Northeast)
B’nai Abraham Chabad
Yom Kippur Services
Sept. 22 | 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 527 Lombard Street, Philadelphia, PA 19147
Cost: Free
Denomination: Other
Our spiritual leaders as well as our host lay leaders aim to make your High Holidays a truly meaningful experience. They will walk you through the prayers and provide explanations and anecdotes throughout the services. To register, click here.
Temple Beth Zion-Beth Israel
Yom Kippur Morning Service
Sept. 22 | 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 300 South 18th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103
Cost: $180
Denomination: Conservative
Join BZBI for the 5787 High Holy Days season with new Senior Rabbi Annie Lewis, Rabbi Yosef Goldman and Rabbi Kenneth A. Stern in Center City Philadelphia. To register, click here.
Congregation Mikveh Israel
Yom Kippur Morning
Sept. 22 | 8 a.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 44 North 4th Street (121 North Independence Mall East), Philadelphia, PA 19106
Cost: Free for members and $50 for guests
Denomination: Orthodox
Join us for a day of prayer, unity and forgiveness. To register, click here.
Mishkan Shalom
Yom Kippur Morning
Sept. 22 | 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 4101 Freeland Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19128
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Reconstructionist
We will begin the day with a choice of two soulful offerings for Shacharit (morning) before coming together at the Torah service, haftarah and musaf. Children’s and teen services are also available. To register, click here.
P’nai Or Philadelphia
Yom Kippur Services
Sept. 22 | 10 a.m-8 p.m. (with a Break)
Hybrid Program
Address: Summit Presbyterian Church, 6757 Greene Street, Philadelphia, PA 19119
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Jewish Renewal
Yom Kippur is the Day of Atonement and deep spiritual work. Join us for our main services which will include meditation, conversation and movement throughout the day, as well as prayer. The Yizkor Memorial Service begins at 4 p.m., Minchah and N’eila start at 5 p.m., which ends with a candlelit closing chant circle – a hypnotic closing ceremony of fire and chant at nightfall. A potluck dairy/veggie break the fast meal begins at 7:30 p.m. To register, click here and for more information, click here.
Congregation Rodeph Shalom
Yom Kippur Contemporary Service
Sept. 22 | 9-10:30 a.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 615 N. Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19123
Cost: Donations Strongly Suggested
Denomination: Reform
Join Rabbi Jill Maderer, Rabbi Eli Freedman and Cantor Bradley Hyman, in-person or through livestream, to celebrate and pray in meaningful services that lift up styles and composers in the Jewish community and bring a particularly multi-generational approach. To become a member or prospective member, contact Steven Share at sshare@rodephshalom.org or call 267.930.7286.
Congregation Rodeph Shalom
Yom Kippur Classical Service
Sept. 22 | 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 615 N. Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19123
Cost: Donations Strongly Suggested
Denomination: Reform
Join Rabbi Jill Maderer, Rabbi Eli Freedman and Cantor Bradley 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 become a member or prospective member, contact Steven Share at sshare@rodephshalom.org or call 267.930.7286.
Society Hill Synagogue
Yom Kippur Main Service
Sept. 22 | 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 418 Spruce Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106
Cost: Tickets Included with Society Hill Synagogue Membership
Denomination: Independent
Our Yom Kippur morning service is a time for deep introspection and prayer, including Torah reading, Haftarah, and a moving D’var Torah. Together, we confront the past year and commit to renewal in the year to come. To register, click here or contact Executive Director Sahar Oz at soz@societyhillsynagogue.org or 215.922.6590.
Society Hill Synagogue
Yom Kippur Service for Families with Children Ages 6 and Younger
Sept. 22 | 9:30-10:15 a.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 418 Spruce Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106
Cost: $36 Adults, $18 Children (Non-Members)
Denomination: Independent
Join Karen Hafter, Director of Youth and Family Education, and Micah Hart, Young Families Shabbat Song Leader, for a blend of blessings, prayers, singing, movement and storytelling. This highly engaging Yom Kippur service for young children and their families in the Social Hall is one of Society Hill Synagogue’s signature young families programs and a very special way to start the new year. To register, click here or contact Executive Director Sahar Oz at soz@societyhillsynagogue.org or 215.922.6590.
Society Hill Synagogue
Yom Kippur Service for Families with Children Ages 7-12
Sept. 22 | 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 418 Spruce Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106
Cost: $36 Adults, $18 Children (Non-Members)
Denomination: Independent
Join Karen Hafter, Director of Youth and Family Education, and Micah Hart, Young Families Shabbat Song Leader, in the Social Hall for a service designed for children ages 7-12 and their families. The service will include many of the key elements of the Yom Kippur morning service but in a shorter layout, with songs and melodies geared toward tweens. To register, click here or contact Executive Director Sahar Oz at soz@societyhillsynagogue.org or 215.922.6590.
Society Hill Synagogue
Yom Kippur Teen Program
Sept. 22 | 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 418 Spruce Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106
Cost: Free for Teens with Family Attending Other Society Hill Synagogue Programming
Denomination: Independent
This unique opportunity offers teens an engaging alternative to the main Yom Kippur morning service. Instead of a full service, this program allows teens to connect with High Holiday themes and bond with their peers in a thoughtful and meaningful way. We’ve designed this program to ensure teens can participate fully and reflect on the important seasonal themes. Participants will join the main service for the end of the Torah service and the Rabbi’s D’var Torah. To register, click here or contact Executive Director Sahar Oz at soz@societyhillsynagogue.org or 215.922.6590.
Yom Kippur Afternoon: Sept. 22 | Philadelphia (Excluding Northeast)
Temple Beth Zion-Beth Israel
Yom Kippur Evening Service
Sept. 22 | 5-7 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 300 South 18th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103
Cost: $180
Denomination: Conservative
Join BZBI for the 5787 High Holy Days season with new Senior Rabbi Annie Lewis, Rabbi Yosef Goldman and Rabbi Kenneth A. Stern in Center City Philadelphia. To register, click here.
Folkshul
Folkshul’s Yom Kippur Observance
Sept. 22 | 3-5 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: Germantown, Philadelphia, PA (Address Provided Upon Registration)
Cost: Free
Denomination: Secular Humanist
Join Folkshul for a Secular Humanist observance of Yom Kippur. Our adult community observance includes music and readings for Kol Nidre, Yizkor and Kaddish, with a social justice lens to stir us to action in the New Year. Our educational, joyful children’s program includes crafts, stories and songs. Our adult community observance and our children’s program run simultaneously. To register, email folkshul@folkshul.org or click here.
Congregation Mikveh Israel
Yom Kippur Afternoon
Sept. 22 | 4:30-7:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 44 North 4th Street (121 North Independence Mall East), Philadelphia, PA 19106
Cost: Free for members and $50 for guests
Denomination: Orthodox
Join us for an evening of prayer, unity and forgiveness. To register, click here.
Mishkan Shalom
Avodah Service/Afternoon Learning Sessions
Sept. 22 | 2-4 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 4101 Freeland Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19128
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Join us for an Avodah service in which you are invited to bring a poem, a story, a song, an experience, thought or work of art you would like to share. We will make these offerings to each other as a way to draw our souls closer to what we love and who we may yet be. Following the Avodah service, there will be a choice of several classes offered by community members. To register, click here.
Congregation Rodeph Shalom
Yom Kippur Afternoon Service
Sept. 22 | 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 615 N. Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19123
Cost: Donations Strongly Suggested
Denomination: Reform
Join Rabbi Jill Maderer, Rabbi Eli Freedman and Cantor Bradley Hyman, in-person or through livestream, for an uplifting experience of community, prayer and music to commemorate the High Holidays. No registration is required. To become a member or prospective member, contact Steven Share at sshare@rodephshalom.org.
Society Hill Synagogue
Yom Kippur Minhah Service
Sept. 22 | 5:30-6:30 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 418 Spruce Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106
Cost: Tickets Included with Society Hill Synagogue Membership
Denomination: Independent
Join us for the Minhah Service, an afternoon service on Yom Kippur that includes additional prayers and reflections. This service helps to deepen the experience of atonement and prepare for the concluding prayers of the day. To register, click here or contact Executive Director Sahar Oz at soz@societyhillsynagogue.org or 215.922.6590.
Society Hill Synagogue
Yom Kippur Neilah Service and Sounding the Shofar, Break the Fast Dinner
Sept. 22 | 6:40-7:40 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 418 Spruce Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106
Cost: Tickets Included with Society Hill Synagogue Membership
Denomination: Independent
As Yom Kippur draws to a close, we gather for Neilah, the final service of the day. The gates begin to close as we offer our last prayers for forgiveness, healing and renewal. Following this and the concluding sound of the shofar, enjoy a communal Break the Fast dinner, where we come together to share a meal and celebrate the conclusion of the Days of Awe. To register, click here or contact Executive Director Sahar Oz at soz@societyhillsynagogue.org or 215.922.6590.
Yizkor | Philadelphia (Excluding Northeast)
Congregation Mikveh Israel
Yizkor Evening Service
Sept. 21 | 6:30-9 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 44 North 4th Street (121 North Independence Mall East), Philadelphia, PA 19106
Cost: Free for members and $50 for guests
Denomination: Orthodox
Join us for a memorial service to honor the legacy of loved ones. To register, click here.
Mishkan Shalom
Yizkor
Sept. 21 | 6:30-9 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 4101 Freeland Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19128
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Reconstructionist
We bring our hearts together in this poignant Yom Kippur tradition of remembering all of our loved ones who have left this world. We will do so with a mix of traditional prayers, English readings, appropriate song and reflection on a particular Mishkan Shalom member who died this past year. A special booklet for this occasion is developed each year with names sponsored in memorial. To register, click here.
Congregation Rodeph Shalom
Yizkor and Neilah Service
Sept. 21 | 4:30-5:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 615 N. Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19123
Cost: Donations Strongly Suggested
Denomination: Reform
Join Rabbi Jill Maderer, Rabbi Eli Freedman and Cantor Bradley Hyman, in-person or through livestream, for an uplifting experience of community, prayer and music to commemorate the High Holy Days. No registration is required. To become a member or prospective member, contact Steven Share at sshare@rodephshalom.org.
Society Hill Synagogue
Yom Kippur Yizkor Service
Sept. 21 | 5-5:30 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 418 Spruce Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106
Cost: Tickets Included with Society Hill Synagogue Membership
Denomination: Independent
The Yizkor (Memorial) Service is a sacred opportunity to honor and remember loved ones who have passed, in community and prayer. To register, click here or contact Executive Director Sahar Oz at soz@societyhillsynagogue.org or 215.922.6590.
Other | Philadelphia (Excluding Northeast)
B’nai Abraham Chabad
Yom Kippur Break-the-Fast
Sept. 22 | 7:45 p.m.-8:45 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 527 Lombard Street, Philadelphia, PA 19147
Cost: $36
Denomination: Other
Our spiritual leaders as well as our host lay leaders aim to make your High Holidays a truly meaningful experience. They will walk you through the prayers and provide explanations and anecdotes throughout the services. To register, click here.
Mishkan Shalom
Yom Kippur Mincha and Neilah
Sept. 21 | 5:15-7:15 p.m.
Hybrid Program
Address: 4101 Freeland Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19128
Cost: Donations Appreciated
Denomination: Reconstructionist
Join Rabbi Shawn Zevit and Student Rabbi Sai Koros as we explore related themes to the alternative Torah reading of Ishmael and Isaac coming together at the grave of their father Avraham to pay respects and bury the past. Following Mincha, join us for the poignant Neilah (closing) service – the final gathering of prayers and affirmations of our whole community. We review the major themes of Yom Kippur with the longing for true teshuvah (change or return). The version of the Havdalah ritual done at the end of Shabbat concludes this service, which transitions into a sense of joyful completion of the Days of Awe. To register, click here.
P’nai Or Philadelphia
Selichot Service
Sept. 5 | 7:30-9 p.m.
Virtual Program
Cost: Free
Denomination: Jewish Renewal
The Selichot service, a Zoom service for adults, is a musical and reflective, contemplative ritual to begin the spiritual preparation for the New Year. To register, click here and for more information, click here.
Society Hill Synagogue
Leil S’lihot Participatory Concert
Sept. 5 | 8:30-10 p.m.
In-Person Program
Address: 418 Spruce Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106
Cost: Free
Denomination: Independent
Join our congregation and fellow synagogues, Temple Beth Zion-Beth Israel (BZBI) and Leyv Ha-Ir ~ Heart of the City, for a participatory concert, followed by coffee and dessert. Complemented by some S’lihot prayer, this concert in the round will prepare our souls for the High Holidays. Starting with Havdalah, we’ll engage in an hour and 15 minutes of heart-opening song and brief reflections, led by clergy and musicians, including Hazzan Jessi Roemer, Rabbi Nathan Kamesar, Rabbi Annie Lewis, Rabbi Yosef Goldman, Rabbi Kenneth Stern, Rabbi Julie Greenberg and Rabbinical student Adina Ikeman. To register, click here or contact Executive Director Sahar Oz at soz@societyhillsynagogue.org or 215.922.6590.