The Sholem Community

The New Year Festival click here to view our flyer
"The Jewish New Year Festival-A Guide for the Rest of Us," by Hershl Hartman, is available for sale. The booklet traces the development of the holidays from their origins among primitive hunter-gatherers and herding tribes through ancient Jewish agricultural society and in customs that exist among many ancient cultures. It explains the traditions that developed over three millennia.
	Rosh Hashana (rosheshone) Thursday, September 9, 2010 - 11:00 a.m. Rancho Park-Cheviot Hills Picnic Area # 1 2551 Motor Ave, Los Angeles (1 block south of Pico). A family celebration with readings and songs. Bring a picnic for your family and dessert to share. We will provide apples and honey. There is no charge to attend this event.
	A Secular Kol Nidre (kolnidre) Program Friday, September 17, 2010 - 7:00 p.m. Professional Musicians, Local 47 817 N. Vine St., LA (1/2 block North of Melrose) A formal, progressive, and inspirational program with readings, songs, & music. *Click here for Ticket information*
	Yom Kippur (yonkiper) with Sholem Saturday, September 18, 2010 - 11 a.m. Jerry Manpearl and Jan Goodman's Home 939 San Vicente Blvd., Santa Monica A discussion about ethics in our daily lives. There is no charge to attend this event.
	Hanuka (khanike) December 1 - 8, 2010 We view Hanuka through secular eyes. For us, the festival is neither an alternative to Christmas or recognition of an incredible miracle. We recognize its deep roots as a winter solstice festival. As Jews, we celebrate Hanuka in honor of the Maccabees and a freedom struggle of an oppressed people. For more about Hanuka, we offer the following publications: "THE HANUKA FESTIVAL, A GUIDE FOR THE REST OF US" "THE HIDDEN HISTORY OF HANUKA -- FOR KIDS (AND GROWNUPS)" DOWNLOAD A FREE SECULAR CELEBRATION OF HANUKA: This free six-page .PDF booklet contains candle dedications and song lyrics.
	Passover (peysakh) Seder Sunday, April 3, 2011 Time & location to be announced! Our secular celebration of Passover acknowledges its roots as a spring festival and honors the powerful tradition of "Exodus," a symbol of freedom. "The Sholem Family Hagada," by Hershl Hartman offers a secular approach to Passover. It is on sale for $8.00/copy.