Family Offerings

“The Best Kid-Friendly Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur Celebrations in New York”

Our High Holy Days are filled with an abundance of joy, reflection, and connection. We worship in person and online, creating a sense of shared time and purpose.

All are welcome to join our High Holy Day family services and programs free of charge — advance registration is required.
All services and programs will take place at Hebrew Union College, 1 West 4th Street — see registration form for full schedule.

YOUNG FAMILY SERVICE (ages 0-5)

Led by Tkiya
A lively yet intimate service conducted in a sing-a-long format, geared towards families with children ages 0-5.
Tots and their parents join together in celebrating the holidays with songs, prayers, and stories.

FAMILY SERVICE (ages 6-11)

Led by Rabbi Joshua Stanton and Cantor Olivia Brodsky
A fun and engaging service geared towards families with children in 1st-5th grades (ages 6-11).
The experience is much like a regular service, with many of the traditional prayers as well as readings from the Torah. An excellent opportunity to allow young children to actively participate in a real High Holy Day service that is both age appropriate and very meaningful. 

Family Resources: Check out some ideas for High Holy Days at home from PJ Library

TEEN PROGRAM (ages 12+)

Teens in 6th grade and older will join Youth Director Ben Cutler for teen experiences on Yom Kippur to welcome, celebrate, and experience the New Year. For more information, or to sign your teen up, please email educator@eastendtemple.org.