Holiday Programs

Shabbat Dinners

Shabbat dinners are held periodically throughout the year. All ages are welcome.

Yom Kippur Break-the-Fast

The Faye Keyser Memorial Seudah Fund sponsors a dairy dinner at the synagogue after the end of Yom Kippur for those who wish to break the fast with their Shaare Zedek family. The meal is catered by the Sisterhood. Reservations are required.

Pizza in the Hut 

USY spends an afternoon building and decorating our Sukkah while enjoying pizza and snacks generously sponsored by Shaare Zedek Men's Club.

Sukkot Luncheon 

Perform the mitzvah of eating a meal in the Sukkah after the Second Day of Sukkot service, sponsored by the Faye Keyser Memorial Seudah Fund. Reservations are required.

Simchat Torah Program 

The evening program features singing and dancing with the Torah and treats for the kids. The fun continues the next morning during services as well.

Megillah Reading, Shalach Manot, and Purim Spiel 

Prior to Purim, Shalach Manot gifts are packed by volunteers and delivered to everyone in the congregation. Both children and adults lend their talents to our Purim festivities; followed by the Megillah reading, which is chanted aloud while congregants can read along as the Megillah is projected on a big screen. Costumes are encouraged!

Purim Carnival 

The annual USY Purim Carnival features fun, food, and games for all ages in addition to a raffle, silent auction, and live entertainment. The Purim Carnival serves as the main fundraiser for the synagogue youth groups.

Second Night Passover Seder 

The Shaare Zedek Family and Community Seder is led by Rabbi Fasman, Hazzan Dulkin, and members of the shul. Bring your family for a traditional Seder dinner with some creative and fun twists that promise to make this a memorable and enjoyable evening for everyone. Sponsored by the Faye Keyser Memorial Seudah Fund.

Second Day Passover Luncheon 

A complimentary Matzo Brei luncheon is offered for everyone at the synagogue immediately following Passover Yom Tov services. 0

Camp/Israel Send-Off Shabbat and College Sendoff Shabbat 

Join us at the beginning of summer as we bid bon voyage and farewell to all those leaving for summer camp, Israel and other programs and again at the end of summer as we wish our recent high school graduates well. We need your help to show them that even when they are away, they are still part of the Shaare Zedek family.

Shavuot

After Mincha, a festive dairy dinner will be served, followed by a Powerpoint reading of the Book of Ruth (including different voices chanting the various parts.) Then, after a dessert of cheesecake, we move into an evening of learning with scholars and members of other St. Louis congregations.

Tisha B'Av 

This is a program in honor of the saddest day on the Jewish calendar, recalling the destruction of the temples that stood in Jerusalem. After Mincha and Ma'ariv, we will move into a meaningful and deep reading of the Book of Eicha.

Yizkor Memorial Book 

A Yizkor Memorial book is published two times a year. Memorial plaques in the Guller Chapel are also available to honor your loved ones.