The grand tradition of Yom Kippur balls

The idea of partying on Yom Kippur may seem like it goes against everything the Day of Atonement stands for, but it fits in better with Jewish tradition than you might expect.

This zine examines the tradition of the Yom Kippur ball: why Yiddish anarchists held parties and served pork during the High Holidays, how that custom evolved into traditions in other communities, and why modern organizers have seen value in bringing the custom back.

Content notes: Discussions of anti-Jewish violence, forced assimilation, and government repression.