Celebrate High Holidays with the MJCCA

From a High Holiday Workout, to a Sukkot Farm-to-Table Festival, the MJCCA offers the community a variety of unique, meaningful experiences throughout the High Holiday season.

The Marcus Jewish Community Center of Atlanta (MJCCA) is hosting a variety of events in September and October, to celebrate, embolden reflection, and to inspire personal growth and change.

“During the High Holidays, we are encouraged to nurture our bodies and our minds, and renew our spiritual health,” says Rabbi Brian Glusman. This year, the MJCCA invites the Atlanta community to participate in a variety of meaningful events.

MJCCA High Holiday Events are open to the community, and include:

• Daily Shofar Blasts at the MJCCA

During the days leading up to Rosh Hashanah, MJCCA celebrates the tradition of blowing the shofar (ram’s horn) with Daily Shofar Blasts, August 23 – September 19, (Monday – Friday) at 11:00 am, on Main Street at the MJCCA, Zaban Park (5342 Tilly Mill Road, Dunwoody). Free and open to the community. For more information, go to Daily Shofar Blasts, or contact Rabbi Glusman at 678.812.4161, rabbi.glusman@atlantajcc.org.

• Sweet Celebration in the Garden, an Intown Rosh Hashanah Party

On Sunday, September 17, from 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm, join MJCCA Intown for a special Rosh Hashanah holiday celebration and nature program in the garden at the Wylde Center, Oakhurst Garden (435 Oakview Rd., Decatur). Fun activities include learning about bees and tasting local honey; creating holiday crafts with JKG; garden games with MJCCA Day Camps; stories with PJ Library; songs with Rabbi G and a Tashlich walk; candied-apple and selfie stations, and games and giveaways at The Temple’s “Abraham’s Tent”. Fee is $15 for family. Registration required at Sweet Celebration in the Garden or atlantajcc.org/wylde. For more info contact Lauren Chekanow at 678.812.4107, lauren.chekanow@atlantajcc.org.  

• Tashlich, Birds, Bubbles, and Boats!

On Sunday, September 24, at 12:15 pm, the Jewish tradition of Tashlich, when personal sins are symbolically cast away by tossing bread crumbs into a flowing body of water, is celebrated at a fun family picnic, at the MJCCA’s Lake RB, Zaban Park (5342 Tilly Mill Rd., Dunwoody). Families are invited to bring a picnic lunch, lawn chairs, bread crumbs, and blankets. The program will include a brief ceremony followed by an amazing live bird show; bumper boats and paddle boats; bubble activities; a Shofar blowing contest; songs with Rabbi G, and more. The event is free and open to the community. For more information go to Tashlich Birds Bubbles Boats, or contact Rabbi Brian Glusman at 678.812.4161, rabbi.glusman@atlantajcc.org.  

• High Holiday Workout

Free and open to the community, adults are invited to a fun High Holiday Workout on Thursday, September 28, 6:45 pm – 9:00 pm, at the MJCCA, Zaban Park (5342 Tilly Mill Rd., Dunwoody). Enjoy simple moves and sassy music during Zumba, and a Sh’Bam dance party. Bring friends and family. Perfect for the beginner or advanced participant. Register at High Holiday Workout. For more information, contact Rachael Rinehart at 678.812.4022 or rachael.rinehart@atlantajcc.org.

• Sukkot Farm to Table Festival

Free and open to the community, everyone is invited to a fabulous Sukkot Farm to Table Festival on Sunday, October 8, from 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm at Zaban Park (5342 Tilly Mill Rd., Dunwoody). Join the MJCCA and JFGA for an incredible Sukkot celebration featuring food vendors and a fresh fruit and vegetable market; garden workshops and flower vendors; chef demonstrations; children’s activities and petting zoo; community cook-off; live music, and much more. For more information, visit Sukkot Farm to Table or contact Rabbi Brian Glusman at 678.812.4161, rabbi.glusman@atlantajcc.org.

• Simchat Torah Children’s Parade

On Wednesday, October 11, at 9:30 am, celebrate the holiday of Simchat Torah, with The Weinstein School at the MJCCA, Zaban Park (5342 Tilly Mill Rd., Dunwoody). A free event, young children are invited to participate in a special parade on Main Street with music, dancing, songs and more! For more information go to Simchat Torah Parade or contact Rabbi Brian Glusman at 678.812.4161, rabbi.glusman@atlantajcc.org.

About the Marcus Jewish Community Center of Atlanta (MJCCA)

The MJCCA is committed to strengthening the quality of life throughout metro Atlanta and is recognized as one of the most highly regarded Jewish community centers in the nation. From preschoolers and adolescents to young adults and active seniors, the MJCCA offers unique and engaging programs, events, and services for every member of the community. For further information on the MJCCA, contact us at (678) 812-4000, or visit us online at www.atlantajcc.org.

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