From the organizers: The Sukkot holiday is an ancient Jewish harvest festival reflecting themes of hospitality and the welcoming of strangers; like all the farm’s events, the festival will welcome people of all backgrounds. The community is invited to meet under the sukkah (temporary shelter) for a day filled with live music, food, and activities for all ages. Festivities include farm tours, a Kid Zone, hand-crafted goods made by local Jewish artists, live entertainment, as well as food and drink vendor options for purchase. RSVP here. Festival details and schedule: "Gather" and... "Taste" freshly harvested produce from the Farm prepared in this Food Demo led by the talented Chef Tiffani (10:45am and 1:15pm programs). "Listen" to community leaders during a holiday-themed panel exploring the blessing of embracing impermanence. Featuring Rabbi Yael Ridberg from Dor Hadash, Betzy Lynch from the Lawrence Family JCC, and moderated by Nicole Tafoya, West Coast Director of Advancement of the Moishe House (11:30am program). "Ground," awakening your sense of the six directions, led by the Farm's Director of Jewish Life, Cantor Rebecca Joy Fletcher (11:45am program). "Remember" to honor and celebrate the memory of dear ones who have passed, led by the Farm's Director of Jewish Life, Cantor Rebecca Joy Fletcher (12:30pm program, adults only). "Learn" during this Sukkot 101 exploring the holiday's traditions and modern-day relevance, led by Rabbi Yael Ridberg (12:30pm program). "Meditate" to reconnect with the earth and yourself with the Farm's Director of Farm Production, Adam McCurdy (1:00pm program). Kid-friendly: "Gather" and... "Play" in our evolving Nature Play space, equipped with a discovery tree, excavation station, play farm stand, painting, and more! Featuring: Chabad Encinitas, San Diego Jewish Academy, and Shalom Baby. "Build" a sukkah using materials found in nature. Plus, arts and crafts to decorate! "Beautify" your favorite paper fruit to hang in the sukkah. "Explore" the veggies, flowers, and insects living in the Education Garden (10:30am and 11:30am programs). Vendors and performers: Music by: Coral Bells Food by: Sabor Piri-Piri, Bottaro Wood Fired Pizza, Hangry Louis, Populist Pops, Gringas Tacos Libation Station featuring: Helia Brewing Co., Local Roots, Solterra Winery Related links: Coastal Roots Farm on Instagram
