Maximize the Elul vibes in our monthly music jam led by Music Director Matthew Ellenwood, vocal coach and performance trainer. If you love music, singing, or playing, this is a great chance to sing in community with music of the season. Learn Mishkan’s music and technical music skills while meeting new friends. All music and […]
We are now in Elul, the month leading up to the High Holidays, and it's chai time for some spiritual prep. Join Rabbi Lizzi after Morning Minyan for an hour of reflection as we share our hopes for the High Holy season. Join us following Morning Minyan on our usual Minyan Zoom link
Join R’Ari and Rachel Mylan for a workshop to create part of the Mishkan High Holidays experience! Students will learn about the different themes of the High Holidays and how they inform the Museum of Awe (our intergenerational family space on Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur). They'll use their newfound insights and creativity to take […]
The High Holidays are a time for reflection, renewal, and—if we're being honest—a little bit of anxiety about seeing everyone again. Before the days arrive, gather for a Shabbat meal with fellow Mishkanites to get to know one another and discuss the themes of the season. Generous Builders are opening up their homes and providing […]
Just because it's the summer doesn't mean the High Holidays aren't coming up! Join us for a few spiritual warm-up reps: we'll blast the shofar (a spiritual wake up call, traditional to hear everyday during Elul), we'll set intentions for the season, and finally, we'll take a dip in the lake (aka go to the […]
Join R'Lizzi at Get a Grip and cross one last thing off your 5786 bucket list: Flying Trapeze. Strengthen your spiritual mettle (not to mention your rotator cuffs!) as we Get Higher in advance of the High Holidays. Learn more and register here, then drop us a line at [email protected] so we know you're coming. […]
In the final days of Elul, the month leading up to Rosh Hashanah, it is a tradition to gather to observe havdalah and sing songs called Selichot (Hebrew for “forgiveness”). Kindergarten - 5th grade students and their families are invited to join us for a pizza dinner. Afterwards, Rabbi Julie will lead havdalah, and themed […]
On the Saturday night before Rosh Hashanah it’s an ancient (or at least pretty old) custom to sing and listen to music of the season. Think of it like a spiritual warm up with community, song, and havdalah! Services will begin at 7:00 PM and last until 9:00 PM. Register
Join R’Ari for a workshop to create part of the Mishkan High Holidays experience! Students will learn about the different themes of the High Holidays and how they inform the Museum of Awe (our intergenerational family space on Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur). This virtual workshop is for students who weren't able to join the […]
Join Builder Abra Chusid and the North Suburbanites for a vegetarian potluck dinner and watch Mishan's Erev Rosh Hashanah livestream together! The apartment is a third story walk-up. Register