Sukkot activity
September 23
Sukkot | Festival of Booths is a seven-day festival beginning five days after Yom Kippur on the 15th day of the Hebrew month of Tishrei. Sukkot is one of the Shalosh Regalim, or three pilgrimage festivals that include Passover and Shavuot. Sukkot both celebrates the harvest and commemorates the type of dwelling the Israelites lived in during their 40 years of wandering through the desert. Read more…
Wed., Sept. 23: Family Craft Night (4-6 p.m.)
A family-friendly craft program in preparation for Sukkot. Participants will create decorations for their own sukkah or contribute decorations to the JCC’s community sukkah. All supplies will be provided, and projects will be suitable for a variety of ages.
Mon., Sept. 28: Parfaits in the Sukkah (7 a.m.-while supplies last)
A casual Sukkot gathering in the sukkah featuring complimentary yogurt parfaits. Participants are invited to enjoy a snack, connect with others, and experience the holiday tradition of spending time in the sukkah.
Tues., Sept. 29: Shake & Snack
Cohn Early Childhood Learning Center students are invited to the sukkah for a special Sukkot celebration. Led by a Jewish educator, we’ll shake the lulav, smell the etrog, enjoy a yummy snack, and learn all about this fun Jewish holiday together.
Wed., Sept. 30: Lunch & Learn (noon-1 p.m.)
Led by Rabbi Henkin
A Lunch & Learn program held in the sukkah featuring a rabbi-led discussion on Sukkot. Participants will explore the themes and traditions of the holiday while enjoying a provided lunch in the community sukkah.
Thurs., Oct. 1: Mahjong in the Sukkah (11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.)
Participants are invited to enjoy an afternoon of mahjong in the community sukkah. Players of all experience levels are welcome to gather for social play while enjoying light refreshments. Snacks will be provided.
Fri., Oct. 2: Shabbat craft & snack in the Sukkah (2-4 p.m.)
A Shabbat gathering in the community sukkah featuring a hands-on craft activity and light refreshments. Participants will enjoy a creative project, snacks, and the opportunity to spend time in the sukkah while getting ready to welcome Shabbat.