And we bend our knees, and bow down, and give thanks, before the Holy One.
These are the words of the Aleinu—one of the most well-known prayers in our tradition. It is said at the end of every prayer service; morning, afternoon and night weekdays, Shabbat and festivals. Aleinu means “it is our duty” or “it is upon us,” and put together with the opening words, this prayer begins by declaring, “it is our duty to pray.” I’ve been thinking about this central phrase, anachnu korim when the words of the prayer force our bodies into action, quite literally bending our knees and bowing our head low.
When I think back on the last year, it would be an understatement to say that it was difficult and challenging. We have seen the world change in ways that many of us hoped never to see.
I have been occupied all year and, especially, in preparation for these High Holy Days, with questions about how we are doing as a Jewish community. I see people questioning where they belong and what they believe what they need and how to express it.
With love and admiration, I offer my reflections on some of the many things that our CBS community represents:
We are Jews. We are non-Jews. We are parents, grandparents, siblings and children. We are optimists and pessimists. We are Zionists. We are teachers and students. We are musicians, writers and artists. We are professionals and hobbyists. We are American. We are people from many nations. We are our ancestors and our heritages. We are busy. We are calm. We are zealous. We are proud. We are scared. We are tired.
Anachnu We Are.
If we consider the diversity that makes up our community, it is no wonder that sometimes we come to the table with different opinions, ways of thinking and perspectives. And yet, aleinu l’shabeiakh we have the duty to pray.
Even our prayer takes many forms. It can be in the form of Shabbat morning services, Chicken Soupers or Jews for Hot Cocoa. It can be in the form of serving on the Board, a committee or volunteering in some other meaningful way. Prayer can be in the form of showing up to minyan, learning in a class or welcoming someone new to the community.
In every way that we are different, we cannot turn away. It is our duty and responsibility to show up, remember and honor the many ways in which we are part of a people and of this community.
My hope is that this High Holy Days season can be a season of recognizing how truly phenomenal we are as individuals and even more powerfully, as a community. With all of our differences, we return to these holidays each year with the opportunity to pray, wrestle with, embrace, love and simply be with the Beth Sholom family that each of us is blessed to be a part of.
May each of you bring your full self and come as you are to this High Holy Days season.
Shanah tovah u’metukah a sweet and wonderful year!
DEAR FRIENDS,
We all know the countless ways that this past year was different than we imagined it would be. On October 7, everything changed overnight, creating challenges most of us have never faced in our lifetimes. Yet, in many ways, this year also went very much as usual: children learned and laughed, teachers planned and nurtured, and we prayed on Shabbat with Rabbi Russell at our helm, bringing us the wisdom of our Jewish tradition. Day by day, we have all become a little bit more resilient.
In the midst of her busy schedule, Rabbi Russell led a group of congregants on a trip to Israel. We learned from many Israelis, Jewish and Arab, and saw first-hand the trauma suffered by everyone. We engaged in difficult discussions, and we discovered that no matter our perspective, we are all respected members of the Beth Sholom community.
As we approach the New Year and the High Holy Days, we continue to face challenges in our community and the world. But we also have reason to celebrate, and as our tradition teaches us, there must always be room for joy, even in times of sorrow. And we have reason to be in community now more than ever.
Rabbi Russell continues to energize our community, attracting new members and providing us with instructive and inspirational programming. She has brought Havdalah to our homes and, with Rabbi Richman, will bring us learning and prayer during the High Holy Days services. I encourage you all to attend.
Even if all of the services aren’t for you, there will be a myriad of ways for you to “do Jewish” during the holidays and the year. Try something new this year. Attend a program designed by our excellent education team, Adam Lowy and Dale Kleisley and discover your inner child—you will experience Judaism in a delightful new way. Join a meditation session or walk to tashlich on Rosh Hashanah. Learn with visiting speakers and each other. There will be much to choose from. And please say hello; I’m looking forward to meeting you all.
Our dedicated Board and staff, all of whom care deeply about CBS, are working hard to prepare for the holidays and the year ahead. As your new President, I am honored to work with them and with all of you to meet the challenges of 5785, whatever they may be, and to celebrate the community that is Congregation Beth Sholom. May the New Year bring you and your family peace, health and happiness.
L’Shalom,
JERILYN GELT
PR ESIDENT OF THE BOARD
BETH SHOLOM,
We—Anachnu וּנחַנֲאֲ . We are community. We are tradition. We are innovation. We are young and we are old. We are wise. We are curious. We are confused and we are certain. We are dedicated. We are passionate. We are intentional. We are conflicted. We are strong. We are delicate. We are joyous and we are sad. We are partiers. We are mourners. We are caregivers. We are needy. We are rich and we are poor. We are straight. We are gay. We are men, women, and non-binary. We are children. We are hard workers. We are kind, mean, and considerate. We are open minded. We are opinionated. We are talkers and we are listeners. We are Israel. We are diaspora. We are alienated, misunderstood, and embraced. We are creative. We are satisfied. We are striving and we are holding on. We are supportive. We are uplifted. We are diverse. We are inclusive. We are justice seekers. We are intelligent. We are knowledgeable and we are learning. We are ritual. We are prayer. We are leyners. We are Hebrew. We are song and we are dance. We are meditation. We are literature. We are food and we are sustenance. We are providers. We are determined. We are grateful. We are Jews. We are Jewish. We are Jew adjacent. We are spiritual. We are religious. We are cultural. We are Us. Anachnu. וּנחַנֲאֲ . We. Us.
We are Minyannaires. We are Sages of the Ages. We are Youngish. We are Jews for Hot Cocoa. We are Shabbat School. We are Moadon Beth Sholom. We are Chicken Soupers. We are Baby, Me and Community. We are Introduction to Judaism. We are Beit Midrash. We are Tot Shabbat. We are Beth Sholom. Anachnu. We. Us.
. We are so much. We are all of us. We are all. We are the past. We are the present. We are the future. We are.
We are Beth Sholom, and it is my honor, privilege and joy to be a part of and serve this community. The youth of Beth Sholom are blessed to be a part of all that we are. The children of Beth Sholom will become the future of the Jewish people by exploring, utilizing, internalizing, and being inspired by all that We Are. And they will simultaneously ask, “Who Are We?” I will strive to help them answer this question. We should all strive to listen to their answers. Their answers will become the Beth Sholom of their children. And Beth Sholom will always remain who we are. We. Anachnu. אֲֲנַחנוּ.
L’Shanah Tovah u’Metukah—May WE all have a good and sweet new year,
ADAM LOWY
LI FELONG LEARNING MOREH DERECH
ROSH HASHANAH SCHEDULE
Wednesday, October 2 EREV ROSH HASHANAH
6:00–7:15 p.m. TRADITIONAL SERVICE WITH MUSIC
Sanctuary with Rabbi Russell and Rabbi Richman
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
Thursday, October 3 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 and 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 AND RABBI REMARKS
Sanctuary with Rabbi Russell and Rabbi Richman
11:00 a.m. – 1:45 p.m. CHILDCARE AND YOUTH PROGRAMMING
Preschool (Newborn–Age 5) and School Building (Kindergarten–Grade 7)
~12:00 p.m. TRADITIONAL MUSAF SERVICE
Sanctuary with Rabbi Russell and Rabbi Richman
2:00 p.m. TASHLICH AND MINCHA AT THE PARK
Mountain Lake Park (option to depart from Beth Sholom at 1:45 p.m.)
Friday, October 4 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)
9:15 – 10:00 a.m. STRETCH-AND-GO BEFORE YOU PRAY
Meet at Beth Sholom and walk in the Presidio with Adam Lowy and Shira Rutman
~1:00 p.m. LUNCH-N-LEARN
Eva Gunther Plaza with Rabbi Richman
YOM KIPPUR SCHEDULE
Friday, October 11 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)
Saturday, October 12 YOM KIPPUR
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. 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 p.m. MUSAF AFTERNOON SERVICE
Sanctuary with Rabbi Russell and Rabbi Richman
2:15 – 3:15 p.m. GRAMMARS OF COLLECTIVITY
Sanctuary with Naomi Seidman, guest scholar
3:15 – 4:30 p.m. REFLECTION AND MEDITATION
Makom Shalom with Norman Fischer and Rabbi Richman
3:45 – 4:30 p.m. ANACHNU SHOM’IM—WE HEAR
Gronowski Family Chapel with Rabbi Russell and Adam Lowy
4:30 – 7:15 p.m. MINCHA, NE’ILA, AND MA’ARIV
Sanctuary with Rabbi Russell and Rabbi Richman
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 and Rabbi Richman
7:15 p.m. BREAK-THE-FAST
Koret Hall
A GUIDE TO OUR SERVICES
EREV ROSH HASHANAH
6:00 p.m. service and ~7:30 p.m. dinner on October 2
The music elevated our prayers last Erev Rosh Hashanah as we took this traditionally underestimated service to new heights with ruach, song and inspiration. Join us for another year of musical services to help set kavannot (intentions) for the new year of 5785. The Rabbis will be joined by Beth Sholom’s music specialist Jonathan Bayer and other Bay Area musicians. Musical instruments included.
KOL DEMAMA DAKAH: MUSIC AND MEDITATION SERVICE
9:00 a.m.– 9:30 a.m. on Rosh Hashanah Day 1 and Yom Kippur in Makom Shalom
Join Rabbi Richman at the start of the day to prepare our hearts and souls for prayer. Sit in community and hear the still, small voice of the soul.
ROSH HASHANAH, KOL NIDRE, AND YOM KIPPUR
Join our Rabbis Amanda Russell and Dorothy Richman and our talented lay davenners for an uplifting egalitarian service. Our ancient liturgy, sung in both traditional tunes and contemporary melodies, will help us reflect on our everyday lives. We use Machzor Lev Shalem, which along with meaningful and poetic commentary, provides both English translation and transliteration for many of the Hebrew prayers.
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! Adam Lowy, Dale Kleisley and the Mishpacha Band will ignite your sense of sight, taste, smell, touch and sound. Anachnu/ We will engage with old friends and make new ones as we do teshuvah and set intentions for an incredible new Jewish year. Live music and song will accompany us as we bless and celebrate the beginning of 5785—together!
CAMP BETH SHOLOM
Childcare for ages newborn to five
We invite children ages newborn to five years to experience Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur through songs, stories, and 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
ALL CHILDCARE (AGE 0–GRADE 7)
Participation in Camp Beth Sholom and the Jewish Life and Learning LabPlaySpace is available free of charge to all members, advanced registration is required. Guests can register and pay for childcare as part of their High Holiday ticket checkout. For more information about childcare programming, please contact Adam Lowy, Lifelong Learning Moreh Derech, at alowy@bethsholomsf.org
JEWISH LIFE AND LEARNING LABPLAYSPACES
Childcare for Kindergarten through Grade 7
Community members Kindergarten and up (and those young at heart) engage with a variety of materials and experiences that will give space and provide tools to make meaningful connections to the High Holy Days. Through multi-sensory exploration, discovery and play—the big ideas of Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur will come to life! Deliciously healthy snacks and drinks will be provided. The incredible Lifelong Learning Team of educators and
SELICHOT: ARE WE PREPARED?
In the evening on Saturday, September 28 at Beth Sholom
Sing, study, say goodbye to Shabbat—change our Torahs to white and ready ourselves for the High Holy Days. This late-night ritual will wake us up to the possibilities of forgiveness, repentance and the power of “we.”
We also welcome back Sherril Lew for dialogue and expression as we explore some of the central themes of the High Holy Days through her writing and the writing of her husband, Rabbi Alan Lew z”l. Sherril Jaffe Lew is a prizewinning novelist and Professor Emerita of Literature and Creative Writing at Sonoma State University.
COMMUNITY TASHLICH
Rosh Hashanah Day 1, Thursday, October 3, departs from CBS at 1:45 p.m.
Embark on a neighborhood walk to Mountain Lake Park for this favorite ritual of Rosh Hashanah release with Rabbi Richman, Rabbi Russell and Adam Lowy. Singing, flower petals and sweets included.
STRETCH-&-GO BEFORE YOU PRAY
Rosh Hashanah Day 2, Friday, October 4, 9:15–10:00 a.m.
Meet at CBS and take a pre-service, 45-min warm-up walk around the Presidio. Start with a kavanna (intention) and come back ready to welcome in the New Year. Pack a change of clothes, make a quick pit stop at home or come as you are. This will not be a high endurance workout, and comfortable shoes are recommended.
YO UNG ish APPLES AND HONEY ROSH HASHANAH PARTY
Wednesday, October 9, 7:00–9:00 p.m. at Beth Sholom
Start the Jewish New Year off right—in good spirits (literally!) and great company. Join us at Congregation Beth Sholom for our third annual Rosh Hashanah New Years celebration curated just for you (mid 20’s–early 40’s). Sample a variety of local whiskey, cider, and nonalcoholic beverages while enjoying delicious nosh and tasty bites. It’s an ideal opportunity to meet and reconnect with other Youngish folks from our community. We can’t wait to see you there—Shanah Tovah!
Questions about Youngish? Contact Hilary, Director of the Office of the Rabbi, at helfman@bethsholomsf.org.
DAYS OF REPENTANCE CEMETERY VISIT
Thursday, October 11, 11:00 a.m. at Home of Peace Cemetery
We visit the cemetery during this period of reflection to reconnect with the lives of those who have passed and carry their memory with us as we enter a new year. Join Rabbi Amanda Russell at Home of Peace Cemetery in Colma for a short memorial gathering. Afterwards, individuals will visit the graves of their loved ones with their own time and space. This offering is for members of Beth Sholom. Please fill out the online form to let us know you are coming, and indicate whether you need a ride or have extra seats in your car. We will do our best to accommodate you.
YOM KIPPUR AFTERNOON OFFERI
GR AMMARS OF COLLECTIVITY: SILENCE, PRAYER, AND “ THE WE” WITH NAOMI SEIDMAN
Yom Kippur, Saturday, October 12, 2:15–3:15 p.m. in the Sanctuary
Naomi Seidman is the Chancellor Jackman Professor of the Arts in the Department for the Study of Religion at the University of Toronto and the author of five books, including—most recently—Translating the Jewish Freud: Psychoanalysis in Hebrew and Yiddish She is the recipient of a National Jewish Book Award, a Guggenheim Fellowship, and a Signal Award for her 2022 podcast, Heretic in the House. In this talk, she will explore Franz Rosenzweig’s The Star of Redemption, a philosophy of Judaism that includes reflections on the meaning of Yom Kippur for mortal individuals and “the eternal people.”
REFLECTION AND MEDITATION
Saturday, October 12, 3:15–4:30 p.m. in Makom Shalom
Join Norman Fischer and Rabbi Dorothy Richman in Makom Shalom to sit together during this powerful time of the Yom Kippur Day, preparing ourselves for our final, truest prayers before the closing of the gates (Neilah).
ANACHNU SHOMIM—WE HEAR
Saturday, October 12, 3:45–4:30 p.m. in Gronowski Chapel
A comfortable and open space for niggun (wordless melody) and sharing. What are you leaving behind this year? And what do you hope to bring forward into the new year? Anyone who is ready with a listening ear and can offer the response of “Anachnu Shomim” is encouraged to attend. Let’s feel the intensity of the closing gates in these final hours of Yom Kippur.
LULAV AND ETROG FOR SUKKOT
Order online by September 24, 2024
It’s time to order your Lulav and Etrog for Sukkot, which begins on Wednesday evening, October 16th! We are partnering with Dayenu at the San Francisco JCC as our purveyor of Lulav and Etrog. Pre-order your Lulav and Etrog kit, which will be available for pickup at the CBS office front desk during business hours starting October 15th after 11:00 a.m.
WE SIT IN THE SUKKAH
Wednesday, October 16, 5:00 p.m. in Eva Gunther Plaza
YO UNG ish THIRD FRIDAY SHABBAT IN THE SUKKAH
Friday, October 18, 7:00–9:00 p.m. in Eva Gunther Plaza
Join us for a special Sukkot celebration as Youngish comes together to observe Shabbat under the stars in the beautiful Beth Sholom sukkah! Experience a traditional and egalitarian Shabbat dinner with delicious food, joyful songs, engaging conversations, and ritual. This is a wonderful opportunity to reconnect with friends (mid-20s to early 40’s) and meet new ones, all in the cozy ambiance of our sukkah. Advance registration is required. For more information, please email thirdfridays@bethsholomsf.org
Please join us for the first night of Sukkot in Beth Sholom’s beautiful sukkah. We will start the festivities by creating one-ofa-kind sukkah decorations, seeing old friends, meeting new ones and enjoying a delicious meal in community. The evening will culminate under the stars with singing and a short festival evening service. Your RSVP is appreciated
WE BUILD: HAVDALAH IN THE SUKKAH
Saturday, October 19, 6:00 p.m. in Eva Gunther Plaza
Come celebrate the end of Shabbat in the sukkah! Sing with and welcome the newest member of our community, Rabbinic Intern, Samson Nderitu. This is the first of three annual Build Havdalah gatherings meant for all ages and especially anyone who enjoys a delicious meal, singing, marshmallow roasting and starting the new week with their CBS community. Your RSVP is appreciated
WE DANCE: THIRD ANNUAL EREV SIMCHAT TORAH DINNER AND DANCE PARTY
Thursday, October 24, 6:00 p.m. dinner, 7:00 p.m. Torah Dancing—stay for the after party and Tisch!
Celebrate the completion of the Torah reading cycle and the joy of this holiday by singing and dancing with our holy Torah scrolls. Featuring SHAMATi Trio and Isaac Zones. This annual celebration 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
COMMUNITY GROUPS
YO UNG ish
Youngish at Congregation Beth Sholom is a meaningful community for adults in their mid-20s to early 40s. We host bimonthly events to build connections, deepen Jewish identity, and create an authentic and supportive network. Join us for Happy Hours, holiday celebrations, Shabbat dinners, Torah study, philanthropy, and more. Interested in joining? Let’s connect! Reach out to Hilary Elfman at helfman@bethsholomsf.org. Visit our website for more information, and subscribe to our monthly newsletter at the bottom. Follow us on Instagram @youngishbethsholom
SAGES OF THE AGES
The Sages of the Ages (aka “the Sages”) is an informal group of older adults who schmooze, learn, eat and have fun together. The Sages community events include Shabbat meals, holiday gatherings and cultural outings such as lectures, films, walking tours and more! If you would like to be included in future mailings, please email us at sages@ bethsholomsf.org.
A NEW CHAVURAH
This very new chavurah (name TBD) 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). Stay tuned for more information in Haluach. If you would like to be included in future mailings, please complete our online interest form, or email Adie at apaz-priel@bethsholomsf.org
CHESED V’TZEDEK
Do you look around and see injustice? More people than ever on the street, the environment in crisis, people’s rights being taken away? Please join us in expressing our Jewish values of chesed (loving kindness) and tzedek (justice) through ACTION, while building community, learning, and having fun. We put on food drives, educational opportunities, and community events. We meet about once a month and would love to have you be a part of our communal effort to give back/make positive change. For more information, please email chesed@bethsholomsf.org
CHICKEN SOUPERS
The Chicken Soupers is a Beth Sholom community group that, in cooperation with Jewish Family and Children’s Services (JFCS), prepares and delivers kosher meals to individuals and families in need. The group gathers once a month in the CBS kitchen to cook, package and deliver meals. Questions about the program or referrals of community members who need meals delivered may be directed to chickensoupers@bethsholomsf.org. If you are ready to volunteer, view dates and sign up online!
CBS BOOK CLUB
Our CBS Book Club collection is available thanks to the Jewish Community Library’s Book Club in a Box program, available in CBS’s office for you to pick up. Please remember to sign out your copy from the CBS office, and please remember to return the book. No RSVP is necessary — please invite your CBS friends! For more information, please email alowy@bethsholomsf.org.
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
WHO ARE WE?
DEBBIE FRANK
SAGES OF THE AGES MEMBER
I am empathetic
Beth Sholom is family. The Jewish people are our identity.
LISA BONOS YOUNG ish MEMBER
I am lively. Beth Sholom is warm. The Jewish people are resilient.
ELIANA RUDOLPH STUDENT
I am kind
Beth Sholom is amazing. The Jewish people are fearless.
MARLENE MACMILLAN EXECUTIVE CHEF
I am hardworking. Beth Sholom is community. The Jewish people are hungry.
COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHTS
JENNY BERNSTEIN BOARD MEMBER
I am caring
Beth Sholom is engaging. The Jewish people are strong.
ARI DALFEN STUDENT
I am lighthearded. Beth Sholom is inclusive. The Jewish people are our enduring.
MARLY MIZRAHI EDUCATOR
I am inquisitive Beth Sholom is community. The Jewish people are active.
AMANDA RUSSELL RABBI
I am thoughtful. Beth Sholom is vibrant. The Jewish people are tradition.
SECURITY AND LOGISTICS
HEALTH AND SAFETY GUIDELINES
Beth Sholom continues to recommend that our congregants stay up to date on all vaccines and booster shots (Covid, flu, etc.), for all who are eligible. Masking is welcome and encouraged but is not required. If you are experiencing cold or flu symptoms—especially fever we ask, please, that you remain at home.
TICKET CHECK-IN AND WILL CALL
We will not be mailing paper tickets this year in an attempt to make check-in smoother and reduce our use of natural resources. Members in good standing do not need tickets or to register in advance. Members can purchase tickets for their guests online and they will be added to the check-in list. Check in will be located just inside the main entrance on 14th Avenue.
SECURITY
Security guards and Beth Sholom staff will be stationed around the building and at the entrance to welcome guests. Bags will be checked as you enter to increase our ability to create a safe environment in which to gather and celebrate the Holy Days together.
STAY CONNECTED!
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION
There are several bus lines (1, 2, 28, and 38/38R) with 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 driving, allot sufficient time to park. Please refer to the parking map on our website for guidance.
BE A GREETER
Join us in welcoming our members and friends to High Holy Days services at Beth Sholom! We always have openings for greeters, and the more friendly faces the better! Instructions will be provided. Please contact Adie Paz-Priel at apaz-priel@bethsholomsf.org to become a High Holy Days greeter.
