This food drives brings together people of all faiths to support The Rohingya Community of Georgia. As we reflect on themes of renewal and intention setting during The Jewish New Year, we also gather together to support our neighbors and build a better world for all.

Rooted in Sukkot’s themes of harvest, shelter, and shared responsibility, Harvesting Hope, led by JUF's Jewish Community Relations Council and the Chicago Sukkah Design Festival, will bring faith communities together to explore how urban agriculture can advance food security and bridge-building across Chicago. The program will spotlight organizations and houses of worship using gardens as tools for community care, beginning with a brief panel discussion and followed by a hands-on garden clean-up and tree planting at Stone Temple Baptist Church. Together, these elements will give attendees both a deeper understanding of the values behind the work and a tangible way to participate in local efforts that nourish bodies, strengthen relationships, and cultivate hope.

The Annual Pico-Robertson Neighborhood Cleanup is returning on Sunday, October 11th! Created by Boaz Hepner, in partnership with JFEDLA and the Office of Councilwoman Katy Yaroslavsky, this family-friendly volunteer opportunity is part of JFEDLA’s October Community Service Day and open to all. Join us, along with dozens of local synagogues, schools, businesses, neighborhood councils, youth programs, and interfaith partners, as we come together to beautify our community. Pico-Robertson Neighborhood Cleanup 1:00 - 4:30 PM Pico-Robertson location shared in advance with registrants. All volunteers are invited to enjoy complimentary pizza and snacks after the cleanup.

Donate Apples for Sukkot! Pick your apples, fill a bag, and then fill a bag to donate! Our Junior Youth Group Families are gathering to pick apples for Sukkot and will each be donating a bag to families in need!

Rosh Chodesh (“Head of the Month”) marks the beginning of each month in the Jewish calendar and celebrates the return of light after the new moon. Observed by women since ancient times, Repair the World’s women’s circle will be a monthly opportunity for Jewish women and queer folks to build community with one another, serve and empower women in all sectors of Houston society, and build towards a more just world together. Get to know residents at Angela House, a housing facility and 18-month holistic program serving recently incarcerated women on their reintegration journeys. We will learn about the practice of Rosh Chodesh, build connections with the women at Angela House, and make art together.

Together, let’s honor Holocaust survivors. L’Dough V’Dough invites you to braid and bake challah, actively fulfilling the commandment of L’Dor V’Dor (from generation to generation). While kneading the dough, you will reflect on the importance of passing stories from one generation to the next. As your challah bakes, you will be joined by a survivor, child of survivors, or grandchild of survivors who will share their own or their family’s story of survival and perseverance.