On March 8 at 10:00 am, Or Emet’s program will be about Jewish LGBTQ+ identity, including historical and contemporary issues and how to be an advocate.

A Purim celebration will follow from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. This year, as a special Purim treat, Or Emet will host a performance by the Eisner Klezmorim presenting a rendition of Megillah, with costumes, live music, storytelling, groggers, dancing, singing, laughter, and of course, hamantashen. There will also be an abridged offering of carnival activities.

The High Holidays open the Jewish year with the most important message of Jewish history: human dignity is not the gift of destiny; it is a human achievement requiring courage and self-reliance. We assess our behavior during the past year and affirm the possibilities for change, improvement and happiness. Only human will and intelligence can tame the environment, making it less terrifying and conducive to happiness. While some things are beyond our control, others may be conquerable requiring courage and self-reliance.

Erev Rosh Hashanah – Sunday, September 29 at 7 pm

Tashlich Rosh Hashanah – Monday, September 30 at 10:30 am (at a member home). Potluck lunch after the service. Reservations are required. Visitors may attend with prior arrangement – contact highholidays@oremet.org.

Kol Nidre – Tuesday, October 8 at 7 pm

Yom Kippur – Wednesday, October 9 at 4 pm

Break-the-fast at conclusion of the Yom Kippur service. A light dairy break-fast will be provided by Or Emet. Reservations are required. The break-fast is for members and visitors with prior arrangement. The charge for break-fast food will be. $10 for adults over 13 years, free for children under 13 years.

All events (except Tashlich) are at Sabes JCC 4330 Cedar Lake Rd South, St. Louis Park 55416

Reservations are required for Tashlich, Break-Fast, and child care (available during Rosh Hashanah, Kol Nidre, and Yom Kippur services). Email highholidays@oremet.org to make reservations or questions.