An Alternative High Holy Day observance, blending joy and meaning, ancient and modern Jewish wisdom, traditional and creative prayer.
High Holiday Services led by ALEPH Rabbinical Student Lorin Troderman
Services held at Flagg Road Church – 134 Flagg Road, West Hartford
High Holidays are free for all who are 30 and under!
Learn about Membership and High Holiday Tickets Here.
High Holy Days
| Date | Event | Details |
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| Sunday, September 25, 2022 | ROSH HASHANAH EVE | Erev (Evening) Rosh Hashanah We'll Gather at 6:15 and start Promptly at 6:30PM |
| Monday, September 26, 2022 | ROSH HASHANAH 1st DAY | First Day of Rosh Hashanah |
| 9:00 - 9:45 AM Quiet Meditation | ||
| 10:00 AM - 1:30ish PM Shaharit (morning), Torah, and Shofar services Followed by Kiddush (challah, apples, honey, schmoozing) outdoors |
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| Tuesday, September 27, 2022 | ROSH HASHANAH 2nd DAY | Second Day of Rosh Hashanah |
| 10AM - 1PM A walk at the Reservoir – Weather Permitting Discussion of the Torah portion, reflect on and share about Rosh Hashanah themes, and observe tashlich (casting away our mistakes). Meet at the main parking lot of the reservoir on Farmington Ave in West Hartford with comfortable shoes, water, a blanket or other portable seat, and snacks or lunch (as you wish). |
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| Tuesday, October 4, 2022 | KOL NIDRE | Yom Kippur: Kol Nidre We'll Gather at 6:15 and start Promptly at 6:30PM |
| Wednesday, October 5, 2022 | YOM KIPPUR | Yom Kippur |
| 9:00 AM - 9:45 AM Quiet Meditation | ||
| 10:00 AM - 2:00ish PM Shaharit (morning), Torah, and Yizkor (memorial) services | ||
| It is a powerful experience to both begin and end the day in community prayer, so we invite you to return for the closing services. Home hospitality for afternoon rest is available for those traveling from out of town. Or, explore the nature trails at Westmoor Park, near the church. | ||
| 4:30PM - 5:30PM Minchah, afternoon services | ||
| 5:30 PM - Sundown (approx 7:25 PM) Neilah, Closing Services | ||
| Followed by a pescetarian (vegetarian and kosher style fish) potluck break-fast, outdoors |
*Overnight hospitality available for those traveling long distances:
Contact Elaine at pnaiorct@gmail.com to make a request.