saturday | 24
“Orienting Yourself to the High Holy Days.” Shabbaton workshop. At Congregation Etz Chayim, 4161 Alma St., Palo Alto. 1 p.m. $45. (650) 365-6093.
sunday | 25
“Sacred Living — An Introduction to Judaism.” At Congregation Shomrei Torah, 1717 Yulupa Ave., Santa Rosa. 7 p.m. $72 for 10-part series. (707) 569-8879.
“The High Holy Days as a Tool for Spiritual Growth.” A brunch-and-learn seminar with Rabbi Daniel Pressman. At Congregation Beth David, 19700 Prospect Road, Saratoga. 10 a.m. (408) 257-3333.
tuesday | 27
“High Holy Days: A Kabbalist Approach.” At Peninsula Jewish Community Center, 800 Foster City Blvd., Foster City. 7 p.m. $60-$78 for series. (650) 212-PJCC.
wednesday | 28
High Holy Days preparation series. At Congregation Beth Israel-Judea, 625 Brotherhood Way, S.F. 7:30 p.m. (650) 919-2103.
“Sukkot — The Big Hug.” Kabbalah class. At Congregation Chevra Thilim, 751 25th Ave., S.F. 7:30 p.m. (415) 752-2866.