Rosh Hashanah
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Federation and our community partners offer special resources to help you observe the holidays and stay connected with your community, as well as opportunities to help those in need.
Guide to the Holidays
Featured Holiday Recipes
Family and Children
Playlists for Your Holidays
Temple Services
Guides for Accessible Holidays
Resources for Educators
Exploring the Holidays in Israel
Charitable Opportunities
Guide to
the Holidays
The High Holidays
Rosh Hashanah (the Jewish New Year) and Yom Kippur (the Day of Atonement), are the most sacred days in the Jewish calendar. This 10-day period, known as the “Days of Awe,” is a time for reflection, prayer and renewal. Jews around the world use this season to look back on the past year, seek forgiveness, make amends and set intentions for the year ahead.
Rosh Hashanah
Erev Rosh Hashanah – Monday, September 22
First Day: Tuesday, September 23 | Second Day: Wednesday, September 24
What is Rosh Hashanah?
Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, is both a joyous celebration and a time to reflect on the past year and set intentions for the year ahead.
Traditionally, Jews eat sweet foods like apples and honey, challah and tzimmes to symbolize a sweet new year. The challah is round as a reminder of the never-ending cycle of life.
Click here for more frequently asked questions about Rosh Hashanah.
Yom Kippur
Erev Yom Kippur: Wednesday, October 1 | Yom Kippur: Thursday, October 2
What is Yom Kippur?
Yom Kippur is the Day of Atonement, when we ask forgiveness for the wrongs we have committed over the past year. The Jewish people fast on this day.
How long does Yom Kippur last?
Yom Kippur, which falls 10 days after Rosh Hashanah, lasts one day. It begins at sundown and concludes at sundown the following day. The fast itself lasts 25 hours.
Click here for more frequently asked questions about Yom Kippur.
Sukkot
First Day: Tuesday, October 7 | Second Day: Wednesday, October 8
Sukkot is a weeklong Jewish holiday that celebrates the harvest and reminds us of the time the Israelites lived in temporary shelters after leaving Egypt.
Sukkot at Home
Families often build a hut called a sukkah outside of their home, where they eat meals inside of it and sometimes sleep in it. A sukkah needs at least three walls, often made of wood, canvas or big sheets, and a roof, often made from palm branches or corn stalks. The roof should provide shade during the day and let you see the stars at night.
Click here to learn more about Sukkot and how to celebrate at home and in your community.
Interfaith Celebration
Celebrate the Jewish High Holidays with your interfaith family in a meaningful and joyful way. Explore free resources including recipes, gift guides, kid-friendly activities and more.
Featured Recipes
Honey Whole Wheat Challah
Green Beans with Honey Tahini Glaze
Honey Pomegranate Cake
Classic Potato Kugel
One Bowl Honey Cake Recipe
PJ Library® | High Holidays
This helpful PJ Library® guide explores ways for your family to celebrate the Jewish High Holiday season.
Courtesy of PJ Library® | Download Guide >>
PJ Library® | Rosh Hashanah Cheat Sheet for Families
For small children and toddlers, Rosh Hashanah is all about the sensory experiences. The taste of warm challah, the sticky feeling of honey from dipping apples and the sound of the shofar. Discover fun activities, songs, art projects, recipes and more for the entire family.
Courtesy of PJ Library® | Cheat Sheet >>
PJ Library®/Kohl JVC Family Project
Download and print out Rosh Hashanah-themed coloring pages and follow the instructions on how to create your own holiday card.
Courtesy of Kohl Jewish Volunteer Center | Download Project >>
Parent and Me
Holiday Celebrations
Join the Mandel Jewish Community Center in Palm Beach Gardens for a Rosh Hashanah holiday celebration on Monday, September 30 from 10:45 – 11:30 a.m.
Courtesy of Mandel JCC, Palm Beach Gardens | Explore More >>
High Holy Days Archives
Celebrate the Jewish High Holidays with your interfaith family in a meaningful and joyful way. Explore free resources including recipes, gift guides, kid-friendly activities and more.
Accessible High
Holiday Resources
Browse and download free High Holiday resources for children and teens with disabilities and diverse learning needs.
High Holiday Resources
for Grandparents
The Jewish Grandparents Network offers a variety of resources to help grandparents celebrate the High Holidays with their grandchildren. Browse recipes, activities and more.
Courtesy of The Jewish Grandparents Network | Explore More >>
Families and Children
Playlists for
Your Holiday
Temple Resources
Community Synagogues
Explore local High Holiday Services and Children’s Programming events.
Whether you’re seeking meaningful services, engaging children’s programs, or a welcoming community, you’ll find helpful information to plan your local High Holiday experience.
Temple Israel |
Reverse Tashlich
Join Temple Israel for a beach cleanup on Sunday, September 14 at 10 a.m.
For more information and to register click here.
High Holidays with
Temple Israel
Join us as we gather in reflection, renewal and connection this High Holy Day season. Whether you’ve been part of our community for years or are joining us for the first time, you’ll find a welcoming space filled with meaning, tradition and heart.
Courtesy of Temple Israel | Explore Resource >>
Temple Israel |
Religious School
Temple Israel’s youth and family programming offers an opportunity for
community-building in a welcoming environment that invites all students and families, while encouraging active participation, knowledge building and friendship.
Courtesy of Temple Israel | Explore Resource >>
Temple Israel |
Family Experiences
Join Temple Israel for an age-appropriate worship experience with hands-on activities designed for your entire family.
Courtesy of Temple Israel | Explore Resource >>
Guides for
Welcoming Holidays
Ensure everyone feels welcome and included during the High Holidays with comprehensive guides for creating welcoming synagogue and community experiences.
Resources for
Educators
Discover a variety of tools and materials for educators to effectively teach and celebrate the High Holidays in educational settings.
Exploring the Holidays in Israel
Explore meaningful connections between Israel and the High Holidays with resources that enhance your spiritual journey and deepen your understanding of Jewish traditions.
Charitable Opportunities
During the High Holidays
Meal Delivery
Friday, September 19
Volunteers are needed to deliver Rosh Hashanah meals. Meal pickups will be at the following location:
Temple Torat Emet:
8600 Jog Road, Boynton Beach
Meal Packing and Delivery
with KindKitchen
Tuesday, September 16 – Friday, October 17
Join the Kind Kitchen of Palm Beach in packing and delivering meals for the High Holidays
Meal packing and pickup will be at the below location:
844 Prosperity Farms Road
North Palm Beach
Register by emailing kindkitchenpalmbeach@gmail.com or click here >>
Meal Packing and Delivery
with Alpert Jewish Family Service
Wednesday, September 10
Wednesday, September 18
Join Alpert Jewish Family Service in packing and delivering meals for Rosh Hashanah.
Volunteer opportunities are available in Boynton Beach and West Palm Beach
register by emailing Iris.Kiner@Alpertjfs.org
Donations
Your gift to our 2026 Annual Campaign will provide meals and holiday items to people in need in the Palm Beaches and protect every member of our Jewish community so they can safely and openly participate in this special time of year.
With your help, thousands of struggling families and seniors can joyfully observe our cherished Jewish traditions.
Your contribution bolsters our efforts to stand up to hatred in the Palm Beaches and around the world.
Together, we can unite our local and global communities and spread hope during this special season.
