Please scroll down for forms covering Tashlich, Lulav and Etrog, High Holy Day Babysitting, Rosh Hashanah Meals To-Go, and Yom Kippur Break-the-Fast.
We anticipate warmly welcoming you into our Sacred Spaces for the High Holy Days. To make your holiday experience as smooth as possible, please read the information below.
CLEAR BAG POLICY
Congregation Agudas Achim holds the safety and security of our congregants in the highest regard. During these High Holy Days, we will be continuing our clear bag policy.
- Non-clear small purses and tallit bags are allowed, however, please bring a clear bag whenever possible.
- Large bags, including backpacks, shoulder bags, and diaper bags will need to be in a clear bag, if you do not have a clear bag for these larger-type bags, we will gladly provide you with one to transfer the contents.
- ALL bags are subject to search.
- Please keep all personal belongings with you while you are in the building; unattended bags may be removed.
Thank you for supporting the safety of all while in our sacred spaces.
HIGH HOLY DAYS MEMBER TICKETS
Your ticket or personal name tags serve as your entry ticket and security badge.
All congregants 13 and older must have their name tag visible at all times.
CAA member tickets are valid for the entire High Holy Day season. PLEASE DO NOT DISPOSE OF YOUR TICKETS AFTER ROSH HASHANAH.
- For guest tickets, please refer to our FAQ.
Please be prepared to show your ticket
As we enter the High Holy Days, our goal is to maintain a high level of security while ensuring a smooth and welcoming experience for everyone. We kindly ask that you have your ticket ready when entering through the main gate.
This small step will help keep traffic moving efficiently. If you don’t have your ticket, you’ll be directed to the Will Call area, where delays may occur.
Thank you for your cooperation in helping make our services both safe and seamless for all.
SEATING
Our Sanctuary is mostly open seating. Please arrive early to ensure you and your family find seating together. For Kol Hakavod members who have reserved seats, please arrive by 10:30 am. Reserved seating can be released after that time.
We also recommend you arrive early to find nearby parking.
For reserved seating or reserved parking, please call (512) 735-8410.
HIGH HOLY DAY ALIYOT
Through generations, the tradition of being called to the Torah – especially on the holiest days in the Jewish calendar – has been established as a great source of merit and blessing. Whether it’s opening the ark, lifting the Torah, wrapping the Torah or leading the congregation in blessing, each of these honors serves as an “Aliyah” – a personal spiritual elevation.
Would you like to participate in an aliyah during Rosh Hashanah or Yom Kippur? Would you like to gift an aliyah to a family member, friend or deserving congregant? Aliyot are available on both days of Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur. Donations begin at $180 for each aliyah. Contact Michael Whellan at mwhellan@abaustin.com or Cynthia Winer at cynthia.winer@outlook.com for additional information.
Downtown Lunchbreak Tashlich
Thursday, September 17th at 12:15 pm at Pfluger Pedestrian Bridge @ Ladybird Lake
Nourish your body and soul as we reflect on how we want to be better versions of ourselves and engage in the custom of symbolically casting our misdeeds into the water. Bring a lunch to enjoy by the water afterwards and enjoy a chance to connect with nature and sweet community.
Rosh Hashanah Meals To-Go
Orders are due by Wednesday, September 2nd.
Pickup is Friday, September 11th from 11 am – 2 pm
CAA is pleased to offer Rosh Hashanah Meals To-Go!
Click the link below for the menu and to order.
Yom Kippur Break-the-Fast
Monday, September 21 at 8:10 pm in Social Halls A & B
Break-the-Fast with your CAA family. Advanced registration required. Please click the button below to register by Monday, September 14th.
Shakshuka in the Sukkah
Friday, October 2nd at 5:45 pm
Deadline to RSVP is September 29th, Tuesday by 5:00 pm
We are excited to have one of our favorite Sukkot celebrations back! Please join us for dinner in our sukkah, delicious food, and an opportunity to shake the lulav and etrog. We’ll conclude around 6:30 pm with a musical Shir La Shabbat Service, geared towards our friends 8 and under and their families, as well as our sweet community services at 7 pm in the chapel.
Torah Tailgate Dinner
Saturday, October 3rd at 6:15PM in the Sukkah
Deadline to RSVP is Wednesday, September 30th by 5:00 pm
What better way to prepare for a Simchat Torah Dance party than with a Torah Tailgate dinner? Join us for dinner before the full night of fun begins. Geared towards children 10 and under and their families.
Young Family High Holy Day Celebrations
Friday, September 11th
5:30 – 6:30PM – BIRTHDAY OF THE WORLD – SOCIAL HALL A/B
Fun, engaging holiday activities for children, followed by music, celebration, and birthday cupcakes led by Rabbi Neil Blumofe, Tammy Stone, and Ben Schenberg. (Geared towards children 5 and under.)
Sunday, September 13th
9:30 – 10:15AM – SWEET APPLE CIRCUS – SOCIAL HALL A/B
TOT SERVICES: Timing for tot services can be found here. Registration is required for non-members. All are welcome to tot services at no charge; however, a donation is requested. Please register for Tot Services here.
High Holy Day Babysitting
Rosh Hashanah, September 12 from 8:45 am – 1:30 pm
Yom Kippur, September 21 from 8:45 am – 2:30 pm
CAA will offer babysitting to CAA families for children ages 1-year (+walking) to 8-years old. Advanced registration required; space is limited. Please click the button below to register by Thursday, September 3rd.
NO WALK-INS WILL BE ALLOWED FOR BABYSITTING.