High Holy Days 2011 – 5772

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Selichot Sat., Sept. 24
Erev Rosh Hashanah Wed., Sept. 28
Rosh Hashanah Thur., Sept. 29
Tashlich Thur., Sept. 29
2nd Day Rosh Hashanah Fri., Sept. 30
Kol Nidre Fri., Oct. 7
Yom Kippur Sat., Oct. 8
Erev Sukkot Wed., Oct. 12
Erev Simchat Torah Wed., Oct. 19

Blessings

Blessing the Children
To bless a boy, a girl, or both.

Blessings for Life’s Moments
For a festive occasion, washing hands, eating bread, and lighting a memorial candle.

Morning and Bedtime Rituals for Children
Blessings for children to say upon waking, before eating, and before going to bed.

Shabbat Blessings
For candles, wine, and bread.

Holiday Resources

*Tu BiSh’vat: History and Meaning

Tu BiSh’vat is the New Year of the Trees. Its name is derived from its date on the Hebrew calendar.

A Tu BiSh’vat Seder for Children
This issue of Holiday Happenings, a guide for parents and early childhood educators, features a Tu BiSh’vat seder. Included are instructions for preparation, blessings, and songs.

Recommended Reading for Tu BiSh’vat
Celebrate “Jewish Arbor Day” with these selections from the URJ Press.