High Holidays

Service Schedule

Erev Yom Kippur, Friday, October 11
6:15pm Kol Nidre Service in the Sanctuary
6:17pm Candle Lighting

Yom Kippur, Saturday, October 12
9:00am Service in the Sanctuary (including Yizkor)
10:00am Service in the Social Hall (including Yizkor)
10:00-10:45am Tot Service (newborn-Pre-K not enrolled in childcare, accompanied by an adult)
10:00-11:30am School-Age Services (K-6th grade)
10:00am-12:30pm Tot Childcare, including a Tot Service (18mo-Pre-K)
11:30am-12:30pm Youth Childcare (K-6th Grade)
12:00-12:30pm Teen Program (7th-8th grade)
5:00pm Mincha/Neilah/Ma'ariv
Approx 7:25pm Final Shofar

All services in the sanctuary will be available via livestream at olamtikvah.org/livestream

FAQ

When are the High Holidays?

Rosh Hashanah begins at sunset Wednesday, October 2, 2024, and ends after sundown Friday, October 4, 2024. 

Yom Kippur begins at sunset Friday, October 11, 2024, and ends after sundown Saturday, October 12, 2024. 

How do I attend services for the High Holidays?

Every person attending must have their own ticket to enter the building for Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur services.

Tickets will be mailed to each member household in early September. If you do not have your tickets by late September, please call the office. Accounts must be in good standing in order to receive tickets. Information on guest tickets, non-member tickets, and reciprocity is available here.

What time are services?

Click here for all of our service times

Where are the services being held?

Services will be held in both the Sanctuary upstairs and the Social Hall downstairs. All services in the Sanctuary will be available via livestream. There are no reserved seats in either location.

Will the services be the same upstairs and downstairs?

The services for Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur day are the same in both locations with the exception of P’seukei D’Zimra (the introductory service). The service in the Sanctuary will begin at 9:00am. The Social Hall service will begin at 10:00am with Shacharit (it does not include P’seukei D’Zimra). The rabbi will give the same sermon in both locations.

The Kol Nidre service will begin at 6:15pm 

What is there for children during the holidays?

All services and childcare options are located in the Youth Wing. All childcare ends at 12:30pm. Parents must pick up children in the Youth Wing at 12:30pm irrespective of what is happening in the community services. Children will not be released without an adult. 

Tot Childcare (18mo-Pre-K)
Who: 18 months-Pre-K
What: Offered on Rosh Hashanah Day 1 & 2, Yom Kippur Day. Will include the tot holiday service (see below Youth Service information) 
Where: Youth Wing (follow signs upon arrival)
When: 10:00am-12:30pm. Check in begins at 9:45am.
How: Register and pay for childcare here.

Youth Services (newborn-6th grade)
Who: Tot (parents must attend with children newborn-Pre-K); School-Age (K-6th Grade)                              All children attending Youth Services MUST BE PRE-REGISTERED
What: Offered on Rosh Hashanah Day 1 & 2, Yom Kippur day. 
Where: Youth Wing 
When: The Tot service is from 10:00-10:45am. School-Age services are from 10:00-11:30am.
Tot Service registration

School-Age Service registration

After Service Childcare (K-5th grade)
At the conclusion of Youth Services, all school-age children are invited to remain in the Youth Wing for childcare, from 11:30am-12:30pm. This supervised program includes snacks, games, and activities. New this year, there is no additional registration required for this program.

Teens (7th-8th grade)
Our teens attend the community services in the Sanctuary and Social Hall and then we have a special teen experience from 12:00-12:30pm in the Youth Lounge on Rosh Hashanah Day 1 & 2 and Yom Kippur.

What book do we use?

We use the Machzor Lev Shalem. Books will be available at the entrance to each service.

Will the service be available on the livestream?

All services from the Sanctuary will be livestreamed at olamtikvah.org/livestream

What security will be in place?

As you approach the building from the parking lot to the Main Lobby entrance, you will see security personnel on site. When you get to the entrance at the Main Lobby, you should have your ticket out and ready to show.  If you would like to sign up to assist ushering/greeting and monitoring doors for security, please sign up here or call Rochelle Goldberg in the office.

Where can I park?

You can park in the Olam Tikvah parking lot. When the lot is full, you may also park at the Pozez JCC. There will be shuttle buses running between the JCC and Olam Tikvah on a constant cycle throughout the morning and then again at the end of services to take people back to the JCC. DO NOT PARK ON THE GRASS AT OLAM TIKVAH. DO NOT PARK ON GLENBROOK ROAD WHERE THERE IS NO CURB, OR IN FRONT OF DRIVEWAYS OR MAILBOXES. The police may ticket for illegal parking in any location.

I have more questions.

For additional questions, please email info@olamtikvah.org.

We look forward to starting 5785 together!
Shana Tova!

Youth Services & Childcare

Olam Tikvah is proud to offer age-appropriate services and programs for children newborn-8th grade, and childcare for children 18 months-5th grade. Please register your child(ren) below for Youth services and childcare.

Tot Service for Newborn-Pre-K and Adults: This service, held from 10:00-10:45am, is designed for our youngest children to celebrate the holidays. Children must be accompanied by an adult. This service is meant for families who are not registered for childcare. Children pre-enrolled in Tot Childcare will enjoy a Tot service during childcare. Registration is closed.

School-Age Services for K-6th Grade: These services, held from 10:00-11:30am, include age appropriate activities, prayer, discussion and snack. NEW THIS YEAR! All children registered for school-age Youth Services are invited to remain in the Youth Wing from 11:30am-12:30pm for our childcare program, with no additional registration required. The afternoon will include supervised care, snacks, and lots of fun! Please note that children must be picked up by an adult and cannot leave the Youth Wing without supervision. 
Registration is closed.

Teen High Holiday Program for 7th-8th Grade: This program meets on the first day of Rosh Hashanah and on Yom Kippur from 12:00-12:30pm, and includes discussion, an interactive activity and a small snack.

Moti's High Holiday (Sukkot) Delivery
Order deadline: Sunday, October 13 at 6:00pm
Delivery: Monday, October 14 at 4:00pm

Get everything you need for your Sukkot meals delivered to OT! Moti's offers FREE delivery. Orders must be placed by Sunday, October 13 at 6:00pm. Orders will be delivered to Olam Tikvah on Monday, October 14 at 4:00pm. To order, follow the instructions below:

1. Order online at motismarket.com. Before placing your order, please ensure that you or a friend will be available to meet the truck for pickup on Monday, October 14 at 4:00pm.
2. Register as a new customer or log in as a returning customer.
3. Start shopping!
4. When prompted, select “pick up” at Olam Tikvah on Monday, October 14.
5. If you need help placing your order, please call Moti's at 301-468-0400

Fasting & Breaking the Fast

It is a mitzvah to enjoy a festive meal prior to the fast. The meal is eaten before the holiday begins and therefore there is no kiddush. There are no requirements for this meal. It should be something filling to help you get through the fast ahead. Be sure to stay hydrated the day before the fast.

Want some recipe ideas? Check out Jamie Geller's 5 Best Foods to Eat Before a Fast.

Not fasting? There are a number of reasons one might not fast on Yom Kippur, and still observe the holiday. Read this meditation for those who cannot fast.