Elul
Monday, August 25-Monday, September 22
One of the most meaningful gifts of the Jewish calendar is the month of Elul — a time set aside for reflection, renewal, and reconnection as we prepare for the High Holy Days. To help make this season of introspection as meaningful as possible, we’re offering a range of programs designed to support and inspire you throughout the month.
Elul Shabbaton. Jewish Values for Tumultuous Times: An Introspective Mussar Retreat with Rabbis Stacy and Elana
Friday, Aug 22nd 6:15p to 7:30pJoin us for our annual Elul retreat. This is an opportunity to connect with our deeper selves and one another through introspection, music, conversation, text study, and time in nature.
Elul Shabbaton. Jewish Values for Tumultuous Times: An Introspective Mussar Retreat with Rabbis Stacy and Elana
Shabbat, Aug 23rd 3:00p to 7:00pJoin us for our annual Elul retreat. This is an opportunity to connect with our deeper selves and one another through introspection, music, conversation, text study, and time in nature.
Selichot Program and Service
Shabbat, Sep 13th 7:30p to 9:30pThis annual evening service on the Saturday before Rosh Hashanah is our first taste of the magic of High Holy Day prayer. All are invited to join us as we share prayer, poetry, and music and ready our souls for the High Holy Days. We’ll conclude with our annual ritual of changing the Torah mantles and havdalah (the closing ritual for Shabbat, and a feast for the senses, with blessings over the candles, wine, and spices).
Elul Shabbaton. Jewish Values for Tumultuous Times: An Introspective Mussar Retreat with Rabbis Stacy and Elana
Friday, Aug 22nd 6:15p to 7:30pJoin us for our annual Elul retreat. This is an opportunity to connect with our deeper selves and one another through introspection, music, conversation, text study, and time in nature.
Elul Shabbaton. Jewish Values for Tumultuous Times: An Introspective Mussar Retreat with Rabbis Stacy and Elana
Shabbat, Aug 23rd 3:00p to 7:00pJoin us for our annual Elul retreat. This is an opportunity to connect with our deeper selves and one another through introspection, music, conversation, text study, and time in nature.

Return, Forgive, Renew: An Elul Qi Gong Workshop
Shabbat, Sep 6th 2:00p to 3:30pPrepare for the High Holy Days with this heart-opening, restorative workshop combining Qi Gong with Jewish spiritual reflection. We'll explore teshuvah, t’fillah, tzedakah, and s’lichah through gentle movement, visualization, and intention.
Writings from the Heart: Turning Toward 5786
Wednesday, Sep 10th 10:00a to 12:00pA Journey Through Elul in Prayer, Teshuvah, and Joy with author Megan Vered. A 2-Week Writing Class, Sept 10 and 17.
Opening to 5786: The High Holy Days as Invitation to Transformation
Shabbat, Sep 13th 4:00p to 7:00pA mini-retreat with Sylvia Boorstein, Rabbi Stacy, and Rabbi Elana. Stay for Dinner at 6:30pm followed by a magical evening of Selichot prayers and music to prepare for the holidays.
Female-Identifying Mikvah
Sunday, Sep 14th 6:00a to 7:00aOne of the most meaningful annual rituals before welcoming the New Year is to immerse in a mikvah--living waters that symbolically purify the spirit--to help shed our struggles from the previous year, and open our hearts for renewal.
Holiday Cooking with Chef Jeff: Brisket for the High Holy Days
Tuesday, Sep 16th 10:00a to 11:30aLearn how to make some favorite holiday foods with Chef Jeff Kirshbaum. Learn some great tips and tricks and walk away with some great samples and recipes. Space is limited so sign up today. $15 per class.
Writings from the Heart: Turning Toward 5786
Wednesday, Sep 17th 10:00a to 12:00pA Journey Through Elul in Prayer, Teshuvah, and Joy with author Megan Vered. A 2-Week Writing Class, Sept 10 and 17.
Male-Identifying Mikvah
Sunday, Sep 21st 6:00a to 7:00aOne of the most meaningful annual rituals before welcoming the New Year is to immerse in a mikvah--living waters that symbolically purify the spirit--to help shed our struggles from the previous year, and open our hearts for renewal.
The Spirituality of Letting Go, Parts 1 and 2 with Rabbi Stacy
Thursday, Aug 28th 12:00p to 1:00p
The Spirituality of Letting Go, Parts 1 and 2 with Rabbi Stacy
Thursday, Sep 4th 12:00p to 1:00p
Music, Mysticism, and Meaning: an Adult Class with Rabbi Elana
Sunday, Sep 7th 9:45a to 11:15aHave you ever asked one of these questions: what is Kabbalah? How do I gain deeper understanding of Jewish mystical teachings? How can I understand myself better through Jewish mysticism? How can I more regularly touch into mystical experience? I'm asked these questions often, and so by popular demand this course will delve into these questions and more. We will cover a history of Jewish mysticism, some classic texts in Kabbalah and chassidic thought, and music, specifically niggunim, as a means of amplifying mystical experience. I hope you'll join us!
Old Prayers Made New: Preparing to be Moved on the High Holy Days with Rabbi Leo
Thursday, Sep 11th 12:00p to 1:00p
Old Prayers Made New: Preparing to be Moved on the High Holy Days with Rabbi Leo
Thursday, Sep 18th 12:00p to 1:00p
Music, Mysticism, and Meaning: an Adult Class with Rabbi Elana
Sunday, Sep 21st 9:45a to 11:15aHave you ever asked one of these questions: what is Kabbalah? How do I gain deeper understanding of Jewish mystical teachings? How can I understand myself better through Jewish mysticism? How can I more regularly touch into mystical experience? I'm asked these questions often, and so by popular demand this course will delve into these questions and more. We will cover a history of Jewish mysticism, some classic texts in Kabbalah and chassidic thought, and music, specifically niggunim, as a means of amplifying mystical experience. I hope you'll join us!
Music, Mysticism, and Meaning: an Adult Class with Rabbi Elana
Sunday, Oct 5th 9:45a to 11:15aHave you ever asked one of these questions: what is Kabbalah? How do I gain deeper understanding of Jewish mystical teachings? How can I understand myself better through Jewish mysticism? How can I more regularly touch into mystical experience? I'm asked these questions often, and so by popular demand this course will delve into these questions and more. We will cover a history of Jewish mysticism, some classic texts in Kabbalah and chassidic thought, and music, specifically niggunim, as a means of amplifying mystical experience. I hope you'll join us!
Music, Mysticism, and Meaning: an Adult Class with Rabbi Elana
Sunday, Oct 12th 9:45a to 11:15aHave you ever asked one of these questions: what is Kabbalah? How do I gain deeper understanding of Jewish mystical teachings? How can I understand myself better through Jewish mysticism? How can I more regularly touch into mystical experience? I'm asked these questions often, and so by popular demand this course will delve into these questions and more. We will cover a history of Jewish mysticism, some classic texts in Kabbalah and chassidic thought, and music, specifically niggunim, as a means of amplifying mystical experience. I hope you'll join us!
Music, Mysticism, and Meaning: an Adult Class with Rabbi Elana
Sunday, Oct 26th 9:45a to 11:15aHave you ever asked one of these questions: what is Kabbalah? How do I gain deeper understanding of Jewish mystical teachings? How can I understand myself better through Jewish mysticism? How can I more regularly touch into mystical experience? I'm asked these questions often, and so by popular demand this course will delve into these questions and more. We will cover a history of Jewish mysticism, some classic texts in Kabbalah and chassidic thought, and music, specifically niggunim, as a means of amplifying mystical experience. I hope you'll join us!
Music, Mysticism, and Meaning: an Adult Class with Rabbi Elana
Sunday, Nov 16th 9:45a to 11:15aHave you ever asked one of these questions: what is Kabbalah? How do I gain deeper understanding of Jewish mystical teachings? How can I understand myself better through Jewish mysticism? How can I more regularly touch into mystical experience? I'm asked these questions often, and so by popular demand this course will delve into these questions and more. We will cover a history of Jewish mysticism, some classic texts in Kabbalah and chassidic thought, and music, specifically niggunim, as a means of amplifying mystical experience. I hope you'll join us!