CBI invites members and guests to celebrate the High Holy Days with us. From our musical family services to our traditional Sanctuary services, learning sessions, and more, there is something for everyone. We hope you will join us to celebrate the new year and reflect on how we can each be the best version of ourselves. This year’s theme is Let Your Heart Be Moved, an invitation that we approach this sacred period as an opportunity to take time to tend to our hearts.
Registration
For both planning and security purposes, we require advanced registration for all High Holy Day services and programming. Registration will close on September 18 at noon. We will then reopen registration from September 25–29 for Yom Kippur.
Please note that space in our sanctuary is limited. Registration does not guarantee you a seat. Arrive early to secure your space. Overflow is available in the tent and library with sound but no video. Services in our Sanctuary will be livestreamed. You must register to receive the livestream link.
2025–26 Fair Share Members: There is no charge for attending High Holy Days services or programming, but registration is required. You may also register non-member guests. We ask that you make a financial contribution that reflects your capacity on a sliding scale of $18–$360 per guest. We suggest $180 per guest. No one will be turned away for lack of funds.
Non-Members: We ask that you make a financial contribution that reflects your capacity on a sliding scale of $18–$360 per person. We suggest $180 per person. No one will be turned away for lack of funds. We find the High Holy Days are a time when many explore Fair Share membership at CBI, learn more here.
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Deadline September 18
Donate
Kol Nidre Campaign
Our annual Kol Nidre Appeal is an important part of annual fundraising at CBI. Funds support the programs you love and help sustain our campus.
Food Fund Drive
Donate to support the Northampton Survival Center (NSC). Help us provide nutritious food and other resources to low-income individuals and families in Hampshire County.
Childcare
Childcare is available for children ages 2–10 with advanced sign-up. Space is limited; register now to secure your space. The cost is $30 per child, per session. Parents/caregivers must remain on campus while utilizing this service. Childcare will take place in one of the preschool classrooms at CBI. Childcare will be offered at the following times:
September 22, 9:00 am–1:00 pm
September 23, 9:00 am–1:00 pm
October 1, 5:30 pm–8:30 pm
October 2, 9:00 am–1:00 pm
Please note that walk-in childcare requests cannot be accommodated.
Important Information
Accommodation Requests
Individuals needing accommodations should include this on the registration form. Staff may contact you if more information is needed to provide accommodations. Reserved seating at the front of the sanctuary is available for individuals who need to be closer due to hearing or vision needs. We will do our best to accommodate everyone.
Campus Accessibility
Our main building, which houses the Sanctuary, is accessible. The grounds of our campus include uneven terrain between Abundance Farm, the Water Building, and LGA.
Machzorim (High Holy Day Prayer Books)
Large-print Machzorim will be available.
Restrooms
Restrooms, including single stall, accessible restrooms, are available at CBI and LGA. The Water Building restrooms are single stall but are not handicap accessible and require walking up/down a half flight of stairs.
Livestream
All services that take place in the CBI sanctuary will be livestreamed. You must register to receive the livestream link. If you do not want to appear on the livestream, please select a seat behind the camera. You can do this by turning left when you enter the Sanctuary.
Parking
We have a limited number of reserved/accessible parking spots in the CBI parking lot. Once the lot is full, please park along Prospect Street and neighboring side streets. Please do not block our neighbors' driveways.
Security
The Northampton Police Department will be on campus during the High Holy Days.
Tue, September 2 2025
9 Elul 5785
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