High Holidays
High Holidays at Havurah Shalom
From our start over four decades ago, Havurah Shalom has welcomed all to join our in-person and, now, online High Holiday gatherings. Our services are free and ticketless, and we offer free child care too, space allowing. We look forward to seeing you in 5787!
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Year to year, Havurah Shalom is a home for all who wish to celebrate the High Holy Days. Please consider a contribution to join in our mitzvah.
Cheat Sheet for Families with Children
High Holidays Committee
Led by Sacha Reich, the High Holidays Committee plans the content of the upcoming High Holidays services, working with the rabbi, other staff, and lay leaders to ensure that Havurah offers welcoming, meaningful, and inspiring community-led services.
High Holidays Teachings and Services
You can find written or recorded versions of previous High Holidays services and drashot below.
- Coming Soon: Drashot and Mini-Drashot from our Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur Services, 5786/2025.
- Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur Services 5785/2024, including Drashot (playlist)
- Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur Services 5784/2023 (playlist) and Drashot 5784/2023 (playlist)
- Rabbi Benjamin's 5783/2022 Erev Rosh Hashanah Drash and 5783/2022 Kol Nidre Drash
- Recordings of High Holiday Services for 5783/2022: Ros.h Hashanah Day One - First Part (starts at 12 minutes), Rosh Hashanah Day One - Second Part, Kol Nidre (starts at 20 minutes), Yom Kippur Morning (starts at 11 minutes), Yom Kippur Afternoon & Closing (starts at 6 minutes)
- The Elul Shofar blasts that roused us the entire month of Elul in 5782/2022 are available here, along with the the daily messages of intention (kavanot). Watch the pearls of wisdom (and folly) with which Andrine, Diane, and Howard have entertained us on our Elul journey toward 5783!
- High Holidays 5781/2021 and 5782/2022
- Erev Rosh Hashanah 5780/2020 | Kol Nidre 5780/2020
- High Holidays 5779/2019
- High Holidays 5778/2018
- High Holidays 5777/2017
- High Holidays 5776/2016
Thu, March 5 2026
16 Adar 5786
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Upcoming Events
IP = In person only (normally at Havurah Shalom);
ZM = On Zoom/online only;
HYB = In person and online; and
ANN = In person at Havurah's Annex.
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Thursday ,
MarMarch 5 , 2026(IP) Foundations of Judaism
Thursday, Mar 5th 6:30p to 8:00p
This class offers an accessible entry point into core elements of Jewish knowledge and practice. Together, we’ll explore sacred texts, how we mark holidays and life cycle moments, and the development of practices such as mitzvot (sacred obligations) and halacha (Jewish legal and ethical frameworks). We’ll also look at how Judaism continues to evolve in contemporary communities, including how the Reconstructionist movement shapes the way many of us engage with tradition today. Open to all learners. Led by Rabbinic Intern Noah Lind. -
Thursday ,
MarMarch 5 , 2026(IP) Jewish Roots Encore
Thursday, Mar 5th 7:00p to 9:00p
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Saturday ,
MarMarch 7 , 2026(HYB) Shabbat Morning
Shabbat, Mar 7th 10:00a to 12:00p
Led by community members and Rabbi Benjamin, this service includes davening, Torah reading, and discussion. Join us afterward for a light community brunch provided by the Lunches and Noshes Committee! Free childcare is provided. For Zoom information, please email info@havurahshalom.org. -
Saturday ,
MarMarch 7 , 2026(IP) Shabbat School
Shabbat, Mar 7th 3:00p to 5:15p
This program gives children a foundation for lifelong Jewish learning and engagement while integrating parents and children in a caring Jewish community. -
Saturday ,
MarMarch 7 , 2026Grades K, 1, 2 Family Learning and Art with Wings of the Dove
Shabbat, Mar 7th 3:00p to 4:45p
Connect with other Havurah families and be in a creative community together. This is a FAMILY PROGRAM during Shabbat School instead of Shabbat School classes for Grades K, 1, 2. It is important to have an adult for each child present. Parents/grandparents will meet separately while youth get started on a special project and then parents/guardians will come together with their children to create together. You can expect to make two very special works of art: one that can be taken home and one that will be incorporated into a larger community artwork. RSVP by March 2 -
Sunday ,
MarMarch 8 , 2026(IP) Immigration Class
Sunday, Mar 8th 1:00p to 3:00p
We are all seeing horrific news and images about the current situation for immigrants and refugees, both locally and around the country. How did we get to this situation? What is happening in Oregon and what can we do about it? Why is this important for us as Jews? Havurah's Sanctuary Committee is presenting a three-session class for Havurah members to dive into these topics. We will have presentations on the History of Immigration, the Current Situation, along with the Jewish perspective. Members are welcome to join us. Please RSVP below. If you can't make all classes, no problem. If childcare is needed, please send a quick email to info@havurahshalom.org. -
Sunday ,
MarMarch 8 , 2026(IP) Community Conversation on Homelessness
Sunday, Mar 8th 3:30p to 5:00p
You’re Invited to a Community Conversation on Homelessness Join us for a Community Conversation on Homelessness on March 8. This gathering will be led by Havuranik Rachael Duke, a trained Conversation Leader with HereTogether, who will guide an honest discussion about what’s working and what’s not in addressing homelessness in our region. No expertise needed, just bring your curiosity and an open mind. You’ll get a brief presentation, space to ask questions, and a chance to hear from others in a respectful, welcoming setting. Whether you’re frustrated, hopeful, confused, or just want to know more, this is a space for you. Your voice matters-join the conversation and help shape a better path forward. RSVPs are appreciated. All are welcome to attend! -
Monday ,
MarMarch 9 , 2026(ZM) Teen Engagement Committee Meeting
Monday, Mar 9th 7:00p to 8:30p
Monthly meeting for the Teen Engagement Committee leadership. Havurah teens and their parents are welcome. -
Monday ,
MarMarch 9 , 2026(IP) Monthly Music Jam
Monday, Mar 9th 7:00p to 8:30p
All singers and instrumentalists welcome! Please join fellow Havurah musicians for an evening of music-making in community. Participants have the opportunity to choose and lead songs from our collection of Jewish and secular songs. Please RSVP here so we know how many chairs to set up. Thank you! Music Jams Committee: Nancy Chesler, Barbara Gundle, Patty Magid-Volk, Sandy Ramirez, Margie Rosenthal, Barb Ruben, and Joel Schipper. Questions? Please contact Sharon Klin -
Tuesday ,
MarMarch 10 , 2026(HYB) Steering Meeting
Tuesday, Mar 10th 6:30p to 8:30p
Steering members and staff will meet to consider matters of governance. All Havurah Shalom members are invited to attend Steering Committee meetings. A link to a draft agenda, accessible only to logged-in members, will be posted here in advance of the meeting.
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