Activities & traditions for rosh hashanah

The shofar is sounded at synagogue services on the two mornings of Rosh Hashanah and at the end of Yom Kippur. in some cities, you might hear a roving “shofar blaster” bringing the sounds to all.

The symbols ceremony is composed of little bites that are prepared in advance. Each appetizer is served and consumed along with a special blessing. View our suggestions for a ‘cocktail style’ menu.

On Rosh Hashanah, we sit down for a festive, multi-course meal to welcome the new year. We have incorporated symbolic elements into our holiday menu for you to enjoy with friends and family.

Bake your own round honey challah for a sweet new year.

We have curated a collection of symbolic foods and actions for you to discover and incorporate into your celebration.

There are traditional Israeli songs that are sung around the classrooms around this time of year.

Go out to a near lake or beach and get a refreshing start for the new year

Super cool videos telling the religious biblical story of Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur. By bim bam.

Links to very cool apps & games related to Rosh Hashanah

Listen to some recent songs that have gone somewhat viral around Rosh Hashanah