New Moon Women's Circle - Bespoke Cards Workshop
Elul is an opportunity for personal stocktaking of our year that’s past, as we gear up for the glorious Jewish New Year celebrations of Rosh Hashana.
I’m thrilled to invite our ladies to a beautiful evening and craft night, graciously hosted by @Emma. Together we’ll create bespoke cards to send to family or friends, wishing them, and one another around the table, a Shana Tova Umetuka - a sweet new year. Please click on button below to book.
Pre-Rosh Hashanah Kids Zone
Get Ready for Rosh Hashanah at our Kids Zone!
Bring the kids along for a fun and creative Pre-Rosh Hashanah Kids Zone for ages 3 and above!
Join us for an afternoon filled with Rosh Hashanah storytelling, a birthday party for the world, New Year card decorating, festive activities and delicious festival-themed snacks — plus a special DIY honey cake bake!
Sunday, 30 August
1:00–3:00pm
81 Station Street, Waratah
$5 per child
It’s a wonderful way for children to get excited about Rosh Hashanah, learn about the meaning of the Jewish New Year and celebrate together with friends and community.
Places are limited, so register online today!
Tisha B'av
This Tisha B'Av, we invite you to join our community for the reading of Eicha (Lamentations), followed by a special screening of the powerful documentary The Mourning After.
The film shares the moving stories of families whose lives were forever changed, yet who continue to hold firmly to their faith and hope. It is a meaningful way to reflect on the significance of this solemn day and the resilience of the Jewish people.
📅 Wednesday, 22 July
📍 Jewish Community Hub
Schedule:
Fast begins: 5:08 pm
Eicha Reading & Service: 6:00 pm
Feature Film: 6:45 pm
Fast ends (Thursday) 23 July: 5:36 pm
We welcome you to join us for this meaningful evening of remembrance, reflection, and unity.
Gan Izzy Winter camp
School holidays are almost here, and we're excited to invite your children to join us for another unforgettable week at Gan Izzy Winter Day Camp, running from 6-10 July 2026.
Gan Izzy is much more than a holiday program. It's a week filled with friendship, adventure, Jewish pride, and memories that last long after camp ends.
This year's program includes:
• Sand Boarding
• Inflatable World
• Hunter Gardens
• Bowling
• Toboggan Hill Park
• Daily activities, games, prizes and surprises
Children will enjoy a safe, caring and energetic environment with experienced staff, high staff-to-camper ratios, professional transport, delicious kosher lunches and snacks, and a program designed to keep them engaged from start to finish.
Camp Details
📅 6-10 July 2026
🕘 9:00am-4:00pm Monday-Thursday | 9:00am-2:00pm Friday
👦👧 Boys and Girls Ages 5-13
💲 $270 for week or $65 per day
Places are limited, so we encourage families to book early.
Chanukah in Newcastle!
GLOW UP NEWCASTLE!
Sunday Dec 29 at 6:30 pm at Civic Park, King St, Newcastle NSW 2300 (across from the Town Hall, near the big fountain)
No charge and perfect for all ages!
There will be hired security at the event, as well as a police presence.
We're excited! See you there!
Chanukah on the Coast!
GLOW UP THE CENTRAL COAST
with LIVE guest appearance by Monsieur Camembert, triple ARIA-winning band presenting Chanukah classics and modern fun!
Thursday, 26 December at 6.30pm Gosford Waterfront, Masons Parade, Point Frederick NSW 2250 (between the Gosford Sailing CLub and the Gosford Public Pool)
Shmini Atzeret Evening Service
Minyan service at the Synagogue at 6.30pm
Light candles at 6.54pm
Shabbat Succot Minyan Service
Services for Sukkot which coincides with Shabbat. Followed by a kiddush spread in the shul Sukka
Succot Minyan Service Day 1
Services with the Lulav , etrog and the four species. Followed by a kiddush spread in the shul Sukka
Yom Kippur Day Service
For almost 26 hours, we focus only on prayer and supplication, holding back from the usual routine of self-care, including fasting from food and drink.
Yom Kippur Kol Nidrei Evening Service
Yom Kippur is the holiest day of the year - the day on which we are the closest to G-d and to the essence of our own souls.
Second Day Rosh Hashana Service
Rosh Hashana is unique in that it has a two fold purpose: to celebrate the Jewish New Year and the beginning of new days and opportunities;
First Day Rosh Hashana Service
Rosh Hashana is unique in that it has a two fold purpose: to celebrate the Jewish New Year and the beginning of new days and opportunities;
First Night Rosh Hashana Service and Dinner
Join us as we sing together in prayer to celebrate this auspicious day and pray for the blessings and goodness to shower upon us. No prior knowledge is required and the prayers are accompanied by a guided tour of the content and meaning by Rabbi Yossi so you’ll never be lost.
