High Holy Days FAQ

L’shana tovah, and welcome to Beth Shalom, where all are welcome! We are so glad that you have chosen to celebrate the High Holy Days with us this year.  Below is information about our registration process and our services. For more information about High Holy Days at Beth Shalom, please visit our High Holy Days page.

New this year

All who are attending High Holy Days services must enter through the upstairs main lobby; the downstairs door and all other doors will remain locked. If necessary, you may drop off at the main entrance.  Limited accessible parking spaces are available in the upper parking lot. Parking attendants will be outside to assist you.

We require photo ID for all adult guests.

Do you charge for tickets for guests?

• At Beth Shalom, we do not charge for High Holy Days attendance, so that all may be a part of our community.  However, if you are able to contribute to the temple this year, we would appreciate your support. You may contribute by completing our High Holy Days Donation Form. 
• To facilitate registration and check-in, we do not use physical tickets.

Members of Beth Shalom:  Do I need to register for in-person or Zoom services?

• If you are a member, you are already registered! Beth Shalom members who have completed their renewals for the 2023-2024 year are automatically registered and will check in with greeters when arriving.
• If you are attending via Zoom, you will receive the link via email. Please note that Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur Family Services are in-person only.

Guests of Beth Shalom:  How do I register for in-person or Zoom services?

• You are welcome to attend any services we offer, in-person or via Zoom (please note that our Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur Family Services are in-person only). Please complete the High Holy Days Guest Registration Form.  Please note: we require photo ID for all adult guests attending in-person services.
• If you are attending in-person, please check in at the Welcome table in the lobby.
• If you are attending on Zoom, after you have registered, you will receive an email with information for joining us on Zoom.

Do you offer childcare for members and guests?

We offer complimentary childcare services for children in kindergarten through fifth grade during Rosh Hashanah Day One Morning Service on September 16 and Yom Kippur Morning Service on September 25. Children can enjoy crafts and playtime during while parents are participating in the services in our upstairs Sanctuary. We do require registration for both members and guests.

Do you offer services for children?

We will hold Rosh Hashanah Day Two Family Service on Sunday, September  17 at 10:30 a.m. in the outdoor Sanctuary located off the downstairs parking lot. Yom Kippur Family Services will be held indoors in the Sanctuary on Monday, September 25 at 5:00 p.m. before Break the Fast.  These services are crafted for both adults and children; we'll enjoy music, prayers, Shofar blowing, and a Torah story. These services are in-person only.

Break the Fast
Open to all, we hope you will join us for Break the Fast when we gather to celebrate the new year and our friendships while enjoying a catered meal. All members and guests who wish to attend Break the Fast must register.

Food Drive
While we fast for one day, others fast from lack of food year round. Help us feed those in need by bringing food donations for Dorcas Ministries to Yom Kippur services. Grocery bags with details of what is most needed will be available at Rosh HaShanah service.

Are there safety measures I should be aware of?
Please leave large purses, bags, and backpacks in your car, as they are not allowed in the building. Please follow the directions of the parking attendants, greeters, and ushers to facilitate arrival.

We require photo ID for all adult guests attending in-person services.

If you have any questions, please ask an usher or greeter.

COVID-19 Information
Masks are optional for all High Holy Days services. We ask that you make the best decision for yourself and others.  If you are feeling unwell, please participate with us via Zoom.