Congregation Beth Sholom HaRuach 5786

HIGH HOLY DAYS MESSAGES ..................................

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PROGRAMMING SCHEDULE ....................................

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A GUIDE TO OUR SERVICES ....................................

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FAMILY SERVICES & ACTIVITIES FOR CHILDREN ...

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HIGH HOLY DAYS OFFERINGS .................................

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CALENDAR ............................................................... 10 AFTER THE HIGH HOLY DAYS .................................

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COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHTS ......................................

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COMMUNITY GROUPS .............................................

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TODAH RABAH ......................................................... 20 SECURITY & LOGISTICS ........................................... 22

DEAR BETH SHOLOM COMMUNITY AND FRIENDS, As we approach another High Holy Days season, I

Looking back on 5785, I am strengthened by all that

am reflecting on the state of our world, who we are

we have shared: joyful holidays, vibrant Shabbat

as a community and what our tradition offers us as

mornings, musical experiences, meditation and

we approach the threshold of a new year.

learning, acts of chesed and more. These are some of the moments that shape us, that remind us of who

So much has changed and yet so much has stayed

we really are.

the same. We continue to live in a time marked by deep divisions and an endless stream of conflict

This season, I hope we can each make space for

and uncertainty. The fractures in our world — in

honest reflection: about what we are carrying,

our own country, in Israel and her neighbors, and

what we long for, and why we continue to gather

even among close family and friends — can feel

year after year, generation after generation, for

overwhelming. We have all had moments when we

these holy days. Despite the many challenges and

wanted to retreat into isolation or despair. It would

disappointments in our world, I hope that we can

be easy to do, but our tradition calls us to something

remember the core of who we are — a people shaped

greater.

by resilience, compassion, tradition and love.

The High Holy Days are an invitation — sacred

Let this High Holy Days season be the beginning

obligation — to return, teshuvah. To come together

of rejuvenation in 5786! An invitation to reconnect

and return to the essence of who we are as

with one another, to strengthen our synagogue

individuals and as a community. We are reminded

family, and to reawaken the hope that lives at the

that we are not defined by the chaos around us,

center of our tradition.

but by the strength of our values and the enduring traditions and rituals that bond us as a people.

In a world that gives us many reasons to be apart, let us choose to come together with intention and with love.

May this New Year bring you and your loved ones sweetness, health and renewal. And may we enter 5786 feeling rejuvenated — ready to engage more deeply with our tradition, bringing meaning and a shared sense of purpose to our Beth Sholom community and to the world.

Shanah tovah u’metukah — wishing us all a good year of sweetness and renewal.

RABBI AMANDA RUSSELL

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DEAR FRIENDS, Each year as the High Holy Days approach, I have

We have celebrated simchas, supported one another

the opportunity to look back on the year and reflect

through times of sorrow, and continued to learn,

on the things that make Beth Sholom unique. Two

pray, and grow together. Our community has

highlights stand out for me, the Gala and Shavuot.

remained vibrant and connected. We’ve welcomed

Both events were joyous celebrations. The Gala

new members, expanded our learning opportunities

celebrated our diverse community with dining

and continued to make our synagogue a place of

and dancing, and on Shavuot we celebrated Torah

meaning and belonging.

with inspiring teachers and learning. This is who we are — a community rooted in Jewish values and

During the High Holy Days season, we will have many

tradition who, despite all the hardships in the world,

opportunities to learn and pray together, led by our

loves to come together to dance and to learn.

inspiring Rabbis Russell and Richman. I encourage you to take advantage of all our offerings during the

This past year, we navigated uncertainty in the world

days of Elul, Rosh Hashanah, and all the way through

and witnessed both hardship and resilience across

dancing with the Torahs at Simchat Torah. Come

the Jewish community — here in San Francisco, in

with open hearts and ready to be rejuvenated. Bring

Israel and around the world. Through it all, we have

your questions and your prayers, and, as we say each

drawn strength from our shared heritage and our

Shabbat, your desire to do better. Let us greet 5786

commitment to one another. Shabbat has been our

with intention, compassion and joy, and with the

anchor, and spending services and Kiddushim with

knowledge that we walk this path together.

so many of you has been a very special experience for me. Thank you for all your support for me in

I wish you and your loved ones a Shanah Tovah

my role as President, for our dedicated Board, and

U’Metukah — a sweet, healthy, and meaningful New

for our amazing staff who work every day with

Year. See you on the dance floor!

tremendous commitment to the congregation.

L’Shalom,

JERILYN GELT CBS BOARD PRESIDENT

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HIGH HOLY DAYS MESSAGES

IN 5786, I WILL REJUVENATE! There were a lot of awesome, wonderful and

This High Holy Days season, let’s set an intention

uplifting experiences at Beth Sholom in 5785,

for the new year — the intention of making our

and the state of our world — locally, nationally, in

relationship to our Judaism youthful again. Let’s

the Middle East, most everywhere — has been an

passionately restore the power, energy and vigor

exhausting, draining and at times, a soul and spirit

of our traditions with child-like enthusiasm,

crushing reality. In 5786, I will REJUVENATE.

determination

and

wonder.

In

5786,

let’s

REJEWVENATE! REJUVENATE is a verb, an action, and its definition is “to restore the appearance, powers, or feelings of

Shanah Tovah u’Metukah —

youth to; to give new energy or vigor to; to make

Wishing You a Great and Sweet New Year,

young or youthful again”. Let’s focus on the Latin juvenis part of the word REJUVENATE — which means “young”. A great deal of my work at Beth Sholom revolves around our youth and their families.

I truly believe that my career as an educator of our young people has kept me youthful. Their fresh perspectives, their hot takes, their present day context interpretation powers, and their wonderful curiosities about Judaism often become my Torah.

To REJUVENATE means to return to more simple things, to return to the vantage point you viewed

ADAM LOWY LIFELONG LEARNING MOREH DERECH

the world through when your age could be shown on two or fewer hands, to return to the intention of seeking out joy and love in the world and from others. In 5786, I will REJUVENATE. I am not suggesting you stop immersing yourself in the hard, awful and intensely challenging parts of our world right now — Israel, Gaza, the West Bank, Antisemitism, Immigration/Deportation — just to

name a few. I am suggesting you lean into

our rituals, this community, our yearly cycle of chaggim (holidays), your Jewish values, identity and pride — like our youth do — with at least the same intensity that you are committing to the heavy, complicated and upsetting. In 5786, we will REJUVENATE.

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ROSH HASHANAH SCHEDULE Monday, Sept. 22 EREV ROSH HASHANAH 6:00–7:15 p.m. TRADITIONAL SERVICE WITH MUSIC Sanctuary with Rabbi Russell, Rabbi Richman, and Jonathan Bayer

6:00–7:15 p.m. CHILDCARE AND YOUTH PROGRAMMING Preschool (Newborn–Age 5) and School Building (Kindergarten–Grade 7)

Following Services COMMUNITY DINNER Koret Hall — registration required

Tues. September 23 ROSH HASHANAH DAY 1 9:00 a.m. TRADITIONAL MORNING SERVICE Sanctuary with Rabbi Russell and Rabbi Richman

9:00 – 9:30 a.m. MUSIC AND MEDITATION SERVICE Makom Shalom with Rabbi Richman

10:00 – 11:00 a.m. INTERACTIVE FAMILY SERVICE Koret Hall with Adam Lowy, Dale Kleisley, and the Mishpacha Band

~11:00 a.m. SHOFAR, RABBI REMARKS, AND CONCLUSION OF SERVICE Sanctuary with Rabbi Russell and Rabbi Richman

11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. CHILDCARE AND YOUTH PROGRAMMING Preschool (Newborn–Age 5) and School Building (Kindergarten–Grade 7)

2:00 p.m. TASHLICH AND MINCHA AT THE PARK Mountain Lake Park (option to depart from Beth Sholom at 1:45 p.m.)

Wed. September 24 ROSH HASHANAH DAY 2 9:00 a.m. TRADITIONAL MORNING SERVICE WITH SHOFAR Sanctuary with Rabbi Russell and Rabbi Richman

9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. CHILDCARE AND YOUTH PROGRAMMING Preschool (Newborn–Age 5) and School Building (Kindergarten–Grade 7)

~1:00 p.m. LUNCH-N-LEARN Eva Gunther Plaza with Rabbi Richman

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PROGRAMMING SCHEDULE

YOM KIPPUR SCHEDULE Wed. October 1 KOL NIDRE 6:15–8:30 p.m. TRADITIONAL KOL NIDRE SERVICE Sanctuary with Rabbi Russell, Rabbi Richman and Jerilyn Gelt

6:15–8:30 p.m. CHILDCARE AND YOUTH PROGRAMMING Preschool (Newborn–Age 5) and School Building (Kindergarten–Grade 7)

Wed. October 2 YOM KIPPUR 9:00 a.m. TRADITIONAL MORNING SERVICE Sanctuary with Rabbi Russell, Rabbi Richman, and Rabbinic Intern Samson Nderitu

9:00 – 9:30 a.m. MUSIC AND MEDITATION SERVICE Makom Shalom with Rabbi Richman

10:00 – 11:00 a.m. INTERACTIVE FAMILY SERVICE Koret Hall with Adam Lowy, Dale Kleisley, and the Mishpacha Band

~11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. YIZKOR TEACHING AND REMEMBRANCE Sanctuary with Rabbi Russell and Rabbi Richman

11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. CHILDCARE AND YOUTH PROGRAMMING Preschool (Newborn–Age 5) and School Building (Kindergarten–Grade 7)

12:00 – 2:00 p.m. MUSAF AFTERNOON SERVICE Sanctuary with Rabbi Russell, Rabbi Richman, and Rabbinic Intern Samson Nderitu

2:15 – 3:15 p.m. AFTERNOON LEARNING Details to be announced

3:15 – 4:00 p.m. LISTENING FOR THE STILL SMALL VOICE Meditation in Makom Shalom with Norman Fischer and Rabbi Richman

3:45 – 4:30 p.m. SINGING SOULFULLY TOGETHER Gronowski Family Chapel with Rabbi Russell and Rabbinic Intern Samson Nderitu

4:30 – 7:15 p.m. MINCHA, NE’ILA, AND MA’ARIV Sanctuary with Rabbi Russell, Rabbi Richman, and Rabbinic Intern Samson Nderitu

4:30 – 7:15 p.m. CHILDCARE AND YOUTH PROGRAMMING Preschool (Newborn–Age 5) and School Building (Kindergarten–Grade 7)

Following Ne’ila HAVDALAH Sanctuary with Rabbi Russell, Rabbi Richman, Samson Nderitu, and Jonathan Bayer

7:30 p.m. BREAK-THE-FAST Koret Hall

PROGRAMMING SCHEDULE

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A GUIDE TO OUR SERVICES EREV ROSH HASHANAH

ROSH HASHANAH, KOL NIDRE, AND YOM KIPPUR

Experience the transformative power of music as we welcome 5786. We will once again elevate this

Join Rabbi Amanda Russell and Rabbi Dorothy

evening service by combining traditional liturgy

Richman alongside our gifted lay davenners for

with contemporary melodies to help you set

uplifting prayer that speaks to the heart. We’ll make

meaningful kavannot (intentions) for the new year.

our ancient liturgy come alive with both traditional

Rabbis Amanda Russell and Dorothy Richman will

and contemporary tunes, and create space for deep

be joined by Beth Sholom’s own Jonathan Bayer

reflection on our lives, relationships and our place

and talented Bay Area musicians for an evening of

in the world. We use Machzor Lev Shalem, featuring

ruach and rejuvenation. Musical instruments will be

beautiful poetry, thoughtful commentary, and

played to enhance the experience.

accessible English translations and transliterations

MUSIC AND MEDIATION SERVICE

to guide your prayer experience.

Kol Demama Dakah, Rosh Hashanah Day 1 and Yom Kippur, 9:00–9:30 a.m.

Begin your day with Rabbi Dorothy Richman and gather in community to quiet the mind, open the heart, and attune to the still voice within.

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A GUIDE TO OUR SERVICES

FAMILY SERVICES & ACTIVITIES FOR CHILDREN INTERACTIVE FAMILY SERVICES for families with children, newborn through B’nai Mitzvah Congregation Beth Sholom invites your whole mishpacha to join the Youth Education team in Koret Hall! REjoice in music, song and prayer with Adam Lowy, Ben Chinn, Dale Kleisley, and the Mishpacha Band as we strive to REignite our senses and REconnect with tradition in community. Come REkindle old friendships, build new ones, do teshuvah — REturn — and set intentions for an incredible 5786 — REJEWVENATE!

CHILDCARE DETAILS

AGES KINDERGARTEN AND UP

Participation in childcare is available free of charge

Jewish Life and Learning LabPlaySpace

to all members, advanced registration is required.

Guests can register and pay for childcare as part

Community members Kindergarten and up engage

of their High Holy Days ticket checkout. For more

with a variety of materials and experiences that will

information about all the childcare programming,

give space and provide tools to make meaningful

please contact Adam Lowy, Lifelong Learning Moreh

connections to the High Holy Days. Through multi-

Derech, at alowy@bethsholomsf.org.

sensory exploration, discovery and play — the big ideas of Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur will come

AGES NEWBORN TO FIVE

to life! Deliciously healthy snacks and drinks will be provided. The incredible Lifelong Learning Team

We invite children to experience Rosh Hashanah

of educators and Madrichim will bring joy and

and Yom Kippur through songs, stories, and

intention as they nurture and guide.

movement in our award winning preschool. Our incredible educators will create a nurturing environment for a meaningful High Holy Days experience. Healthy snacks and drinks, including apples dipped in honey, will be provided.

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HIGH HOLY DAYS OFFERINGS ELUL Reengage with teshuvah — repentance and return — as we begin our High Holy Days season with the month of Elul.

Sing, learn, reflect, listen and more! Rejuvenate yourself as we begin yet another season together in community: · Makor Or Meditation Retreat with Norman Fischer and Rabbi Richman: Sunday, August 24th, 10:00 a.m. · Learning with Rabbi Russell: Mondays, August 25th, September 8th, September 15th, ~8:20 a.m. following minyan · Book Group with Rabbi Richman: Wednesdays, August 27th, September 3rd, September 10th, September 7th, 12:00 p.m. · Erev Shmia: An Evening of Listening: Tuesday, September 13th, 6:30 p.m. following evening minyan

SELICHOT

COMMUNITY TASHLICH

In the evening on Saturday, September 13th

Rosh Hashanah Day 1, Tuesday, September 23rd

Congregation Beth Sholom

Departs from CBS at 1:45 p.m. (ritual at ~2:00 p.m.)

Join in this meaningful tradition that emphasizes

Embark on a neighborhood walk to Mountain Lake

themes of forgiveness and introspection, and feel

Park for this favorite ritual of Rosh Hashanah release

the energy of those final days that lead us into Rosh

with Rabbi Richman, Rabbi Russell and Adam Lowy.

Hashanah. We welcome you to join us in changing

Singing, flower petals and sweets included.

the Torah covers to white as part of our spiritual preparation.

Following

havdalah,

the

Selichot

service creates an atmosphere of solemnity and anticipation as our Jewish community begins its spiritual journey toward the Days of Awe.

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HIGH HOLY DAYS OFFERINGS

YOUNGish APPLES AND HONEY ROSH HASHANAH PARTY

YOM KIPPUR AFTERNOON OFFERINGS

Thursday, September 25th, 7:00–9:00 p.m.

AFTERNOON LEARNING

Congregation Beth Sholom, Main Meeting Room Dress: Smart Casual

Thursday, October 2nd, 2:15–3:15 p.m.

Kick off 5786 with celebration and connection! Join

Join community leaders and members for an

Congregation Beth Sholom’s Youngish community for our fourth annual Rosh Hashanah New Year gathering, designed especially for adults in their mid-20s through early 40s. Toast to new beginnings while sampling a selection of local whiskeys, craft ciders, and non-alcoholic beverages, paired with appetizers and sweets. Rejoice and reconnect in our vibrant young adult community. L’Shanah Tovah!

Questions about Youngish? Contact Hilary, Director

afternoon learning session — details to be announced.

MEDITATION: LISTENING FOR THE STILL SMALL VOICE Thursday, October 2nd, 3:15–4:00 p.m.

Makom Shalom Gather with Norman Fischer and Rabbi Dorothy

of the Office of the Rabbi, at helfman@bethsholomsf.org.

Richman in community as we enter the sacred

DAYS OF REPENTANCE CEMETERY VISIT

readying our hearts and souls for the profound

Tuesday, September 30th, 1:00 p.m. at Home of Peace Cemetery in Colma During these sacred Days of Repentance, we invite you to honor the memory of those who came before us. Visiting our departed loved ones offers a meaningful way to connect with their enduring presence. Join Rabbi Amanda Russell at Home of Peace Cemetery in Colma for a brief memorial service and reflection. This ritual of remembrance helps us weave the legacy of those we’ve lost into

stillness of Yom Kippur afternoon. We’ll sit together, prayers of Neilah.

SINGING SOULFULLY TOGETHER Thursday, October 2nd, 3:45–4:30 p.m.

Gronowski Family Chapel A comfortable and open space for niggun (wordless melody). As we approach the final hours of Yom Kippur, Rabbi Russell and Rabbinic Intern Samson Nderitu invite you to a prayerful space of song and community. Sing or come and let the song wash over you.

our hopes for the year ahead. Afterwards, individuals will be given time to visit the gravesites of their loved ones with their own time and space. This offering is for members of Beth Sholom. Please register online to let us know that you are coming and whether you need a ride or have extra seats in your car. We will do our best to accommodate you.

HIGH HOLY DAYS OFFERINGS

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My Fair Lady with Sages of the Ages

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Erev Rosh Hashanah & Community Dinner

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Chicken Soupers

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YOUNGish Apples and Honey Party

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Shemini Atzeret

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REUNITE: Lashevet ba’Sukkah

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Simchat Torah

REJOICE: Erev Simchat Torah Party

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AFTER THE HIGH HOLY DAYS LULAV AND ETROG FOR SUKKOT

YOUNGish SHABBAT IN THE SUKKAH

Order online by Friday, September 12th

Friday, October 10th, 7:00 p.m. following services CBS Sukkah on Eva Gunther Plaza

It’s time to order your lulav and etrog for Sukkot,

Dress: Casual and Warm

which begins on Monday evening, October 6th!

Orders will be available for pickup at the CBS office

Join Youngish for our monthly Shabbat dinner — this

front desk during business hours on Friday, October

time with a seasonal twist as we gather in the cozy,

3rd and Monday, October 6th.

open-air of our sukkah (Note: 2nd Friday this month, instead of 3rd!) Under the stars and autumn sky,

REUNITE: LASHEVET BA’SUKKAH

we’ll Replenish together with nourishing food, warm community, and egalitarian Shabbat traditions that

Monday, October 6th, 5:00 p.m. in the CBS Sukkah on

honor both the weekly rhythm of rest and the joyful

Eva Gunther Plaza

harvest celebration of Sukkot.

Please join us for the first night of Sukkot in Beth

This event is open to all in their mid-20s to early

Sholom’s beautiful sukkah. We will start the festivities

40s (free for members, $18 for guests). Advance

by creating one-of-a-kind sukkah decorations,

registration required by October 9th. For more

seeing old friends, meeting new ones and enjoying

info, please email thirdfridays@bethsholomsf.org.

a delicious meal. The evening will culminate under the stars with singing and a short festival evening service. This event is open to Beth Sholom members only — advance registration is required.

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SUKKOT AND SIMCHAT TORAH

REBUILD: HAVDALAH IN THE SUKKAH Saturday, October 11th, 6:30 p.m. in the CBS Sukkah

REJOICE: THIRD ANNUAL EREV SIMCHAT TORAH DINNER AND DANCE PARTY

and Koret Hall Tuesday, October 14th, Congregation Beth Sholom Come celebrate the end of Shabbat in the Sukkah!

6:00 p.m. dinner, 7:00 p.m. Torah dancing

This is the first of three annual Build Havdalah

Stay for the after party and Tisch!

gatherings meant for all ages and especially anyone who enjoys a delicious meal, singing, marshmallow

Celebrate the completion of the Torah reading cycle

roasting and starting the new week with their CBS

and the joy of this holiday by singing and dancing

community. Please register in advance online.

with our Torah scrolls. This annual celebration featuring SHAMATi Trio and Isaac Zones is in partnership with our friends at Congregation Kol Shofar. All are welcome. If you like to dance, eat and sing — you can expect a great time! Advance registration is required.

SUKKOT AND SIMCHAT TORAH

AFTER THE HIGH HOLY DAYS

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INTENTIONS FOR 5786

In 5786, I will rethink what meaningful Jewish learning means to me by instilling values of kindness and community into my work as a madricha at Beth Sholom.

Izzy Pai, Shabbat School Madricha

In 5786, I will recognize the blessing of Shabbat morning, an oasis in a crazy world, sharing time in song, prayer, and Torah with my community.

Marilyn Heiss, Lay Leader

In 5786, I will relax on Shabbat with my family and enjoy being together. I want to study prayer more with my family, which will improve our knowledge of Shabbat.

Dylan Bernstein, Shabbat School Student

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COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHTS

In 5786, I will rediscover the holiness tucked into the ordinary: the soft stillness of Havdalah, the rhythm of shared meals, the prayer in breath alone.

Noah Greco, Youngish Member

In 5786, I will recommit myself to fostering deeper connections with family and friends and continue to participate in the building of our HaMerkaz community for those of us on this wonderful journey from “the middle”.

(And enjoy some good coffee along the way...)

Craig Miller, HaMerkaz Chavurah Member

In 5786 I will remember to release negative thoughts and focus on the positive in my life and in the world. I hope this will enable me to bring more energy and joy into every day.

Janet Frost, Sages of the Ages Member

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INTENTIONS FOR 5786

In 5786, I will refocus refocus on movement and exercise with gratitude for my health.

Idril Miller, Teacher

In 5786, I will refocus my energy on members’ engagement. I will seek meaningful, accessible ways for as many congregants as possible to connect to Beth Sholom beyond holidays and Shabbat services.

Adie Paz-Priel, Director of Membership

In 5786, I will reclaim my peace and revel in my joy.

I will let go of what I cannot control, celebrate who I truly am, and embrace the small moments that make life beautiful!

Jamie Falkenhainer Assistant Director of Early Childhood Education

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COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHTS

The Courage to Begin Again Every day is a chance to start again.

Rosh Hashanah holds a basket of opportunities.

This year, I will focus on rediscovering what more

my basket holds. The more we dig deep in ourselves, the more blessings we add to our lives and those of others.

Samson Nderitu, Rabbinic Intern

In 5786, I will reimagine my impact by focusing on the ripple effects of small kindnesses, trusting that tiny acts of goodness can transform the world in ways I’ll never see.

Hilary Elfman, Director, Office of the Rabbi

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COMMUNITY GROUPS YOUNGish Youngish at Congregation Beth Sholom is a community for adults in their mid-20s to early 40s.

We host bimonthly events to build connections and create an authentic and supportive Jewish space.

Whether you’re new to the area or looking to deepen your Jewish engagement, all are welcome! Youngish events blend tradition with contemporary life — from offsite Happy Hours and lively holiday celebrations to intimate Shabbat dinners and Havdalah. Events take place at CBS, restaurants and bars in San Francisco. Ready to join us? Contact Hilary Elfman at helfman@bethsholomsf.org to get connected. Visit our website for upcoming events and subscribe to our monthly newsletter. Stay up-to-date on events by following @youngishbethsholom on Instagram.

SAGES OF THE AGES The Sages of the Ages (aka “the Sages”) is an informal group of adults 60+ who schmooze, learn, eat, and most importantly have fun together. The Sages community events include Shabbat meals, holiday gatherings and cultural outings such as lectures, films, walking tours and more! Subscribe online if you would like to be included in future mailings, and

HAMERKAZ CHAVURAH This new chavurah is geared towards congregants who are feeling older than Youngish but not quite a Sage. This social, educational and inspiring chavurah is for all adults in the middle (singles, couples, emptynesters, no-nesters or still nesting). Past events have included Shabbat dinners, hikes, educational opportunities, and potlucks. Subscribe online if you would like to be included in future mailings, and email apaz-priel@bethsholomsf.org with any questions.

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COMMUNITY GROUPS

email sagesfortheages@bethsholomsf.org with any questions.

CHESED V’TZEDEK

CBS BOOK CLUB

Do you look around and see injustice? More people

Our CBS Book Club collection is available thanks to

than ever on the street, the environment in crisis,

the Jewish Community Library’s Book Club in a Box

people’s rights being taken away? Please join us

program, available in CBS’s office for you to pick

in expressing our Jewish values of chesed and

up. Please remember to sign out your copy from

tzedek — loving

justice — through

the CBS office, and please remember to return the

ACTION, while building community, learning, and

book. No RSVP is necessary — please invite your CBS

having fun. We organize food drives, educational

friends! For more information, please email alowy@

opportunities, and community events. We meet

bethsholomsf.org.

kindness

and

about once a month and would love to have you be a part of our communal effort to give back and make

MAKOR OR

positive change. For more information, please email chesed@bethsholomsf.org.

CHICKEN SOUPERS

Founded by Rabbi Alan Lew z”l and Norman Fischer in 1999, Makor Or offers deep Jewish teaching and practice to the Congregation Beth Sholom community and beyond, both in person and on Zoom.

The Chicken Soupers is a Beth Sholom community

Norman and Rabbi Dorothy Richman regularly offer

group that, in cooperation with Jewish Family and

day-long Jewish meditation retreats before holidays

Children’s Services (JFCS), prepares and delivers

and at an annual Shabbaton. When we gather, we sit,

kosher meals to individuals and families in need. The

walk, chant, learn, and create spiritual community

group gathers once a month in the CBS kitchen to

together. Everyone is welcome, no need to have prior

cook, package and deliver meals. Questions about

experience in meditation or Jewish ritual. For more

the program or referrals of community members

information, contact rabbirichman@bethsholomsf.org.

who need meals delivered may be directed to chickensoupers@bethsholomsf.org. If you are ready to volunteer, view dates and sign up online!

MAH JONGG The Mah Jongg group meets every Wednesday at 6:00 p.m. in the Main Meeting Room at CBS. All experience levels are invited to play. For more information, please contact mahjongg@bethsholomsf.org.

COMMUNITY GROUPS

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Fraidy Aber & Tani Weiner

Ovid Jacob & Gitta Salomon

James Abrams

Ruth Katz & Michael Rapaport

Gary Angel & Sharman Spector-Angel

Nina Kjellson & Sanford Zweifach

Randy Berkowitz Lavinghouse

Marvin Kolotkin & Betty Miller

Alex Bernstein & Sonia Daccarett

Judy Leash

Linda Bernstein & Gary Stein

Fred Levinson

Mark & Jenny Bernstein

Lenore Levinson

Michael Bien

Jay Levy & Sharon Levy

Myra Block

Steve Lipton & Robbin Mashbein

Glenn Chertow & Dara Nachmanoff

David Madfes

Holly Christman & Max Perr

Katya & Jesse Miller

Marsha Cohen & Robert Feyer

Stephen & Marlene Miller

Amica Cohn-Goldrei & Simon Goldrei

Ernest & Eva Newbrun

Dana Corvin & Harris Weinberg

Betty Newman

Betsy Eckstein & David Heller

Roger & Louisa Philipp

Larry & Helene Edelman

Joseph Ratner

Sandy Edwards

Saul & Barbara Rockman

Kathy Fields-Rayant & Garry Rayant

Dane & Sophie Ross

Steven & Jennifer Foreman

Sue & Robert Rushakoff

Gary & Debbie Frank

David & Pauline Soffa

Amy & Morton Friedkin

Gary Sokol & Paul Blanc

James & Janet Frost

Harriet & Mitchell Sollod

Samuel Gaynor & Caitlin McLaughlin

Steven Spitz

Joan Gelfand & Adam Hertz

Richard & Jane Springwater

Jerilyn Gelt

Caroline Sue and Daniel Raybin

Marsha & Stanton Glantz

Todd Strauss & Tracey Thomas

Eric Goldman & Laurie Weisberg

Debra Surkin Perloff & James Perloff

Herbert & Tanya Goodman

Jean Tepper

Miriam Gordon & Richard Medoff

Carol Weitz

Mark Gunther & Anne Krantz

Lucille & Norman Zilber

Melvin & Jody Heyman

Norma Zimmerman

Scott Horwitz & Missy Sue Mastel Horwitz

Jane & Stacey Zones

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CBS PRESIDENT’S CIRCLE Michael Bien

Ruth Katz & Michael Rapaport

Samuel Berkowitz & Yuxi Lin

David Madfes

Alex Bernstein & Sonia Daccarett

Mark Meyer

Clara Brenner & Rafael Burde

Bernard & Barbro Osher

Marsha Cohen & Robert Feyer

Joseph Ratner

Dana Corvin & Harris Weinberg

Sue & Robert Rushakoff

Kathy Fields-Rayant & Garry Rayant

Harriet & Mitchell Sollod

Joan Gelfand & Adam Hertz

Todd Strauss & Tracey Thomas

Jerilyn Gelt

Lucille & Norman Zilber

Mark Gunther & Anne Krantz

Thank you to our generous donors and volunteers for helping us sustain and grow our vibrant, multigenerational community!

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SECURITY AND LOGISTICS TICKET CHECK-IN AND WILL CALL

BE A GREETER

We will not be mailing paper tickets this year in an

Join us in welcoming our members and friends to High

attempt to make check-in smoother and reduce our

Holy Days services at Beth Sholom! We always have

use of natural resources. Members in good standing

openings for greeters, and the more friendly faces

do not need tickets or to register in advance. Members

the better! Instructions will be provided.

can purchase tickets for their guests online and they will be added to the check-in list. Check in will be

Please contact Adie Paz-Priel via email at apaz-priel@

located just inside the main entrance on 14th Avenue.

bethsholomsf.org to become a High Holy Days greeter.

SAFETY AND SECURITY

STAY CONNECTED

Security guards and Beth Sholom staff will be stationed around the building and at the entrance to welcome guests. All bags are subject to being checked as you enter to increase our ability to create a safe environment for all who gather here. We encourage you to leave any non-essential personal belongings at home to keep the check-in process moving as

@CONGREGATIONBETHSHOLOM @BETHSHOLOMSF @YOUNGISHBETHSHOLOM @BETHSHOLOMPRESCHOOL

quickly as possible. info@bethsholomsf.org

PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION stops within a couple blocks of Congregation Beth Sholom. The Metropolitan Transportation System’s website, www.511.org, provides directions to Beth Sholom from anywhere in the Bay Area.

PARKING Parking restrictions for certain designated streets in the vicinity of Congregation Beth Sholom are waived during our High Holy Days services. Even so, parking is limited. If you are driving, allot sufficient time to park. Please refer to the parking map on our website for guidance.

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bethsholomsf.org

Congregation Beth Sholom 301 14th Avenue

There are several bus lines (1, 2, 28, and 38/38R) with

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(415) 221-8736

San Francisco, CA 94118