Q: Will I feel comfortable coming alone? 

A: You bet! There will be opportunities throughout each service to meet new people and feel welcomed into a community like never before. 

 

Q: Will there be security?

A: Yes. Sadly, in the world that we live in today, security is a must for all large Jewish gatherings. Rest assured that we have already made the arrangements to give you a safe High Holiday experience.

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Q: Will there be parking?

A: Yes, there is plenty of public parking at Magnuson Park, but we do encourage you to carpool or use public transportation if possible.

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Q: Do I need to dress up?

A: Only if you want to. We are a "come as you are" community. While it is traditional to wear white on Yom Kippur, we aren't the fashion police. You do you!

 

Q: What if I don't know Hebrew?

A: You will be in good company. Although many of our prayers are sung in Hebrew, we always provide translation and strive to make the service accessible to all.

 

Q: Am I going to feel bored, confused or uncomfortable?

A: We sure hope not! We have spent many long hours trying to eliminate the boring, confusing and uncomfortable. If you think we missed the mark, please let us know so that we can properly repent before next Rosh Hashanah. :-)​

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Q: I've got little ones, will this be family friendly?

A: Absolutely! In addition to our Family Programs this year, we love to have children and their joyful noises during services. We are a community that will never shush your little one or give you the "stink-eye" when your kid acts like a kid. If you find your little one(s) needs a break from the service, we will have a kid friendly space filled with toys just outside the main hall.  

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Q: Will there be food? 

A: What kind of Jewish event doesn't have great food?!?! We will have a light nosh on Rosh Hashanah evening and bagels and coffee for Rosh Hashanah morning. While we won't be serving any food on Yom Kippur there will be plenty of spiritual sustenance for all. Plan to break your fast with us at Magnuson Cafe and Brewery, just around the corner from the Magnuson Officer's Club.

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Q: What if, for health reason, I can't fast on Yom Kippur? 

A: No one will give you the side-eye. In fact, according to Jewish law, if you have health reasons that make fasting dangerous, you are actually not allowed to fast. Similarly, children under the age of 13 are not supposed to fast. You gotta feed those little growing bodies! For this reason, we will have some healthy snacks available in the kitchen on-site so that you can stay with us all day without having to run out for food. We do ask that you be respectful of others who are fasting and not chow down in front of a bunch of hungry, repentant Jews...it's for your own safety. :-)

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Q: Can I leave early or arrive late?

A: Running on Jewish Standard Time? No worries! If you arrive late and there is no greeter at the door, just fill out a name tag and we will get your properly checked in later when there is a break. If you need to leave early, just let a greeter know so that we can unchain you from the wall (just kidding!). Please feel free to come and go as you please.

 

 

Q: Can I invite family and friends?

A: Absolutely! We can't wait to meet them! But RSVP soon because space is very limited.

 

Q: Can I RSVP right now!

A: YUP!