High Holy Days 5786: Answering Our Shared Call
Shanah Tovah from TBI! This year’s High Holy Day season invites us to answer the call — to return, reflect, reconnect, and renew. Whether you’re a longtime member or joining us for the first time, we’re honored to welcome you.
Our services are musical, participatory, and grounded in tradition, guided by Rabbi Alex Weisz and Cantorial Soloist Rhiannon Lewis. Come as you are. Leave inspired.
5786 Services Schedule
• Selichot – Saturday, September 13 at 8:00pm
• Erev Rosh Hashanah – Monday, September 22 at 7:00pm*
• Rosh Hashanah Day 1 – Tuesday, September 23 at 9:00am*
• Tashlich (off-site, RSVP for location) – Tuesday, September 23 at 4:00pm
• Rosh Hashanah Day 2 – Wednesday, September 24 at 9:00am
• Kol Nidre – Wednesday, October 1 at 7:00pm*
• Yom Kippur Morning – Thursday, October 2 at 9:00am*
• Yom Kippur Afternoon, Yizkor, and Neilah – Thursday, October 2 at 5:00pm
*Childcare and youth programming available during services marked with an asterisk.
Two Ways to Attend
1. Become a TBI Member: All new and current TBI members are automatically registered for all High Holy Day services.
Membership also includes:
- Year-round access to clergy support
- Religious school eligibility
- Committee and board participation
- Flexible dues payment plans
- Support for TBI’s sacred work
Click here for more information on TBI Membership! It's the best way to support our work as NELA's home for Jewish life.
Not sure of your membership status? Email Rabbi Weisz at rabbi.weisz@tbila.org.
2. Purchase Guest Tickets: Ideal for visitors or those new to TBI. Click here to be informed when Guest Tickets are available for purchase!
Two options:
- Season Pass (access to all services)
- Shul-Hopper Ticket
Suggested donation ranges for Season Pass:
- Adults (35–64): $360–$720
- Under 35: $180–$360
- Seniors on fixed incomes (65+): $72–$360
- College students: $18–$72
- Youth (0–18): $0–$18
You can also go above and beyond:
- Add $360 to sponsor a seat
- Become a Community Builder with a $1,000 gift
Are you a member of another synagogue? We honor reciprocity for those living 30+ miles away — email info@tbila.org.
Guest Tickets will be available for purchase soon! Click here to be informed when Guest Tickets are available for purchase!
Youth Programming (K–7th Grade)
Available during:
- Erev Rosh Hashanah
- Rosh Hashanah Day 1
- Kol Nidre
- Yom Kippur Morning
Led by beloved Gilberg Family Religious School faculty, these programs are fun, meaningful, and age-appropriate.
Registration for Youth Programming will be available soon!
Questions? Email Rabbi Ye’ela Rosenfeld at yeela@tbila.org.
Family Rosh Hashanah Seder
Sunday, September 21 at 11:30am
All families welcome — including those with babies, toddlers, and preschoolers.
Registration will be open soon!
What to Expect at Our Services
- Engaging sermons rooted in Torah and contemporary relevance
- Soulful music and prayer – mostly in Hebrew, but with robust translations, commentaries, and user-friendly features
- Meditation, reflection, and community connection
- Services that are traditional, egalitarian, and welcoming
- No prior experience necessary
Financial Accessibility
No one is ever turned away from TBI due to finances. Flexible dues and ticket options are available. To request assistance or discuss your needs, email info@tbila.org.
Questions?
Contact us at info@tbila.org or (323) 745-2474.
We can’t wait to welcome 5786 with you — in joy, in reverence, and in community.
There are two paths to attend our services:
1. Become a TBI Member: All new and current TBI members are automatically registered for all High Holy Day services.
Membership also includes:
- Year-round access to clergy support
- Religious school eligibility
- Committee and board participation
- Flexible dues payment plans
- Support for TBI’s sacred work
Click here for more information on TBI Membership! It's the best way to support our work as NELA's home for Jewish life.
Not sure of your membership status for 5786? Email Rabbi Weisz at rabbi.weisz@tbila.org.
2. Purchase Guest Tickets: Ideal for visitors or those new to TBI.
Two options for Guest Tickets:
- Season Pass (access to all services)
- Shul-Hopper Ticket (TBA)
Suggested donation ranges for Season Pass:
- Adults (35–64): $360–$720
- Under 35: $180–$360
- Seniors on fixed incomes (65+): $72–$360
- College students: $18–$72
- Youth (0–18): $0–$18
You can also go above and beyond:
- Add $360 to sponsor a seat
- Become a Community Builder with a $1,000 gift
Are you a member of another synagogue? We honor reciprocity for those living 30+ miles away — email info@tbila.org.
Guest Tickets will be available for purchase soon!
Youth Services
Whether you attend as a TBI member or guest, your Kindergarten–7th grader is invited to participate in our special youth programs, led by beloved Gilberg Family Religious School faculty. These programs run concurrently with the following services:
- Erev Rosh Hashanah
- Rosh Hashanah Day 1
- Kol Nidre
- Yom Kippur Morning
Led by beloved Gilberg Family Religious School faculty, these programs are fun, meaningful, and age-appropriate.
Registration for Youth Programming will be available soon!
Questions? Email Rabbi Ye’ela Rosenfeld at rabbi.rosenfeld@tbila.org.
Family Rosh Hashanah Seder
Sunday, September 21 at 11:30am
All families — including those with babies, toddlers, and preschoolers — are warmly invited to our Rosh Hashanah Seder, hosted by the Gilberg Family Religious School. Join us for this joyous celebration of sweetness, intention-setting, and community.
Registration will be open soon!
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I have to be Jewish to attend High Holy Days at TBI? Can my non-Jewish loved one/friend/family member attend?
You do not have to be Jewish to attend our High Holy Days services! Our doors are wide open to people and families of all stripes Jewishly, including people curious about Judaism, non-Jewish partners and spouses, and supportive loved ones.
Do I have to be a member to attend High Holy Days at TBI?
Absolutely not! While we would love to have you formally join our community, feel free to attend with a guest ticket!
What machzor (prayerbook) is used at TBI?
At TBI we use the Rabbinical Assembly's Machzor Lev Shalem. We find it to be an elegant balance between traditional and inclusive, including a lot of useful commentary and user-friendly features for folks of all backgrounds and levels of Jewish knowledge.
Is there assigned seating at TBI's High Holy Days services?
There is not. TBI is an egalitarian community, not just regarding gender, but socioeconomically as well. No one receives priority seating – it is first-come, first-serve.
Where will Tashlich be taking place?
Tashlich is a meaningful Rosh Hashanah ritual that takes place at a natural body of water on the afternoon of Rosh Hashanah Day 1 (Tuesday, September 23 at 4pm). Click here to learn more about Tashlich. This year, we will be holding Tashlich off-site at a private residence, and the address will be provided upon registration. Please click here to register for Tashlich!
Is my baby/toddler welcome to attend?
Absolutely! We love having little ones join us. Our restrooms include changing tables, and we have lots of books and toys for little ones to play with to keep them occupied during services. Their sounds are anything but a disruption – they are a joyous reminder that the next generation of the Jewish people are among us!
Is there security present during services?
Sadly, the state of the world requires us to have an armed security presence during our services. Our experienced, qualified guards are in street clothes to ensure that all of our congregation feels welcome on these sacred occasions – and, most of all, they are incredibly welcoming and friendly! We work closely with law enforcement on all levels to assess security threats to our campus year round, including (and especially) during the High Holy Days.
Will a physical ticket be mailed to me?
No – however, you will receive a physical ticket at will-call when you arrive at our services. When you renew your membership or purchase a guest ticket, your name is added to the roster used by our volunteers and security to check people in.
Membership/guest tickets are a little out of my price range. Am I not able to attend?
Here at TBI, we never turn people away from our doors due to financial constraints. Please call our office as soon as possible at (323)745-2474 to discuss how we can make membership or guest tickets work for your family!
I would love to volunteer before/during/after services! How can I sign up?
We would love your support as a volunteer! Please email operationspod@tbila.org to let us know that you'd like to help!
Any additional questions? Click here to contact us directly!