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Holidays Continue 2025 | 5786: October 6-15

Sukkot, the most joyous of Jewish holidays, offers us an opportunity to connect with the natural world and give thanks for the autumn harvest. On Simchat Torah, Jews around the world complete the reading of the Torah and begin anew with the first words of Genesis. And on Shemini Atzeret we recite yizkor (memorial) prayers in remembrance of our loved ones. Celebrate and observe in person and/or virtually with Beth Am.

SUKKOT

SIMCHAT TORAH

SUKKOT

Community Sukkah Build
Sunday, October 5, 9:00 AM, Social Hall Patio
This is a family affair, so bring your able-bodied children who are big enough to help without getting hurt (we recommend kids ageds 11+). We have all the parts, but we need lots of help to put it together. If you have any power tools, please bring them along — gloves are a good idea, too!

Tot Sukkot Celebration: Sukkot Decorating, Story Time, and Songs
Sunday, October 5, 3:30 PM, Social Hall & Beth Am Sukkah
Join Beth Am for a Tot Shabbat program for families with children ages 0-5 years. Come have fun with your child and meet other parents of young children! Friends are always welcome, too! This event is for all kids and families. REGISTER

BAM Guys' Night Out in the Sukkah
Tuesday, October 7, 6:00 PM, Beth Am Sukkah
Join Beth Am Men for an evening of socializing in the Sukkah! We'll enjoy pizza and beer (and non-alcoholic beverages), as well as varied, interesting conversation.

The Orchard Sukkot Camping Trip
October 10-12, Mount Madonna
Come join other adults in their 20s and 30s and The Orchard for two nights of s'mores, hiking, Havdalah and fun! Stay tuned for more details and registration information.

Erev Shabbat Service & Sukkot Celebration: Focus on HMB Farmworkers
Friday, October 10, 6:15 PM, Sanctuary & Livestream
Over the past few years, Beth Am has forged a warm partnership with ALAS (Helping Latinos Dream), a social service organization and farmworker advocacy group over the hill in Half Moon Bay. The group supports farmworkers with services that include a food pantry, water deliveries and mental health services. If you can help, Beth Am’s FarmMitzvah Task Force is collecting $20 Safeway gift cards to be distributed to farmworkers by ALAS for the purchase of much-needed protein choices.

Sukkot Oneg Shabbat
Friday, October 10, 7:30 PM, Social Hall & Beth Am Sukkah
After the service we will gather to enjoy our beautiful Beth Am Sukkah with a festive Sukkot Oneg Shabbat.

Beth Am Temple Youth (BATY) Sushi in the Sukkah
Friday, October 10, 7:30 PM, Location TBA
During Sukkot it is BATY’s annual (and delicious) tradition to enjoy sushi together!

Youth Education Sukkot
Sunday, October 12, 9:00 AM, Beth Am Campus
While students visit the sukkah and shake the lulav, parents are invited to participate in a special harvest activity.

Community Sukkah Take-Down
Wednesday, October 15, 10:00 AM, Social Hall Patio
All are welcome. Please bring work gloves and any power tools you may have. 

SIMCHAT TORAH:

Simchat Torah Service & Celebration, With Kindergarten Consecration and B'nei Mitzvah Siyum
Monday, October 13, 6:15 PM, Sanctuary* & Livestream
On Simchat Torah, Jews around the world complete the reading of the Torah and begin anew with the first words of Genesis. Join us to dance and celebrate the Torah. We will also hold a Consecration ceremony as we welcome our kindergartners and others beginning their Jewish education onto the bima to be blessed by our clergy in the presence of their families and the congregation. 

Atzeret-Simchat Torah Morning Service & Yizkor
Tuesday, October 14, 9:30 AM, Sanctuary & Livestream; Light Brunch to Follow in the Social Hall
At the end of the fall holiday season, it is customary to recite yizkor (memorial prayers) in remembrance of our loved ones. (To have a loved one's name read at the service, please complete the request form by Sunday, October 12.) This festival service also includes the chanting of Hallel (Psalms of Praise). A light brunch will be served.

Learn more about High Holy Days 2025 with Beth Am.

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