Sukkot is one of the most joyful festivals on the Jewish calendar. “Sukkot,” a Hebrew word meaning “booths” or “huts,” refers to the Jewish festival of giving thanks for the fall harvest. Also called Z’man Simchateinu (Season of Our Rejoicing), Sukkot is the only festival associated with an explicit commandment to rejoice.
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Our temple sukkah is open to all! Come when you can; no appointment necessary. Sukkot begins Wednesday evening, October 16, and concludes at sundown on Wednesday, October 23.
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While building your own sukkah may seem overwhelming, it can really be a fun family project. If you have the space and the inclination, consider ordering an easy, ready-to-assemble sukkah from a website such as The Sukkah Store.