Booking and confirmation
- Every request remains provisional until explicitly confirmed by the administration.
- Submitting a request does not guarantee availability; only the administration may confirm a booking.
- The person responsible must accept these rules before approval.
- Any change of date, time or event type requires prior approval.
- The event may not be prepared the previous day.
- Covered events include Bar Mitzvah, Brit Milah, wedding, Chuppah, Torah aliyah, Azkara, Seouda Shelishit and any other authorized event.
Responsible person, guests and providers
- A responsible adult must provide a name and phone number, remain reachable, and be responsible for guests, children and providers.
- Children must be supervised by an adult; dangerous or disruptive games are forbidden.
- Providers may work only during authorized hours and must remove their equipment on time.
- Any incident or damage must be reported; the organizer bears the related costs.
Religious respect
- The sanctity of the premises, clothing consistent with tzniut, and dignified conduct are required.
- Instructions from the Rav and administration must be followed; religious proceedings require the Rav’s approval.
- Inappropriate speech, music, entertainment, documents or objects are forbidden. Sacred objects may not be moved, and the Ark, Bimah and equipment require authorization.
- During removal of the Torah scroll, women remain in the Ezrat Nashim, except for necessary disability accommodation.
- Eating or drinking is strictly forbidden in the synagogue and its inner entrance.
- The synagogue safe is reserved for donations and payments to the synagogue.
Kashrut, kitchen, Shabbat and holidays
- All food and drink must meet the synagogue’s kashrut requirements; an approved caterer or certificate may be required.
- Homemade food and outside utensils require authorization. Meat/dairy separation and the kitchen’s kashrut status must be respected.
- The administration may refuse any non-compliant product or provider.
- On Shabbat and holidays, Halakha must be observed: electricity, music, photography and electronic devices are forbidden.
- Preparations must finish beforehand; no payment, signature or transaction may take place then.
Times, attendance and prices
- Confirmed times must be respected and prayer services take priority.
- The event and providers must finish on time; overtime or a custom time may incur an extra charge.
- The administration may adjust times for community needs.
- Attendance must be declared. Pricing depends on the event, actual attendance and selected options.
Capacity, outdoor area and visit
- The reception hall is equipped with tables and chairs and can accommodate up to 60 seated guests, and more guests for a standing reception.
- With prior approval from the administration, the reception may also be held outside in front of the synagogue’s main entrance. In that case, all outdoor furniture is the organizer’s responsibility.
- You are strongly advised to visit the premises during prayer times before submitting a request.
Furniture, decoration and cleaning
- Tables and chairs must remain in authorized areas and be returned to place; outside use requires permission.
- Drilling, nails, screws, staples, strong glue or damaging tape are forbidden.
- Candles, flames, confetti, glitter, powders and hard-to-clean petals are forbidden.
- Decorations must be removed and all rooms, furniture, equipment, kitchen and toilets left clean. Waste and food must be removed.
- The cleaning option does not cover personal items, decorations, equipment or bulky waste. Exceptional cleaning may be charged.
- Damage is not included in the cleaning fee.
Safety and prohibitions
- Dangerous objects, flames, smoke, fireworks and flammable products are forbidden.
- Smoking, vaping and illegal substances are forbidden indoors.
- The administration may stop an event in case of danger or non-compliance.
Keys, equipment and personal property
- Keys may not be lent or transferred. Storage before or after the event requires permission.
- No personal property may be left behind. The synagogue is not responsible for loss, theft or damage.
- Valuables and third-party contracts and costs remain the customer’s responsibility and do not bind the synagogue.
Changes and cancellation
- Any change or cancellation must be reported promptly.
- Rescheduling is subject to availability and administrative approval.
- The administration may cancel or stop the event due to force majeure, danger or non-compliance.
I confirm that I have read and accepted these rules. I undertake to comply with them and to ensure that my guests and providers comply with them. I understand that my request remains provisional until explicitly confirmed by the administration.