Forest Park:
As per the horaa of the Rov, the following restriction are to be followed for Simchas Torah.
All shul members and anyone who has davened in the shul consistently for two weeks before Simchas Torah may participate in Hakafos provided they adhere to the usual conditions posted, namely, no covid symptoms, have had no recent exposure to someone that has symptoms of or has active covid etc.
Anyone that has active Covid in their family must speak to the Rov before they can enter the Shul.
All visitors, including 'family' of members, non-members and those who have not consistently davened in shul for two weeks before Simchas Torah, may only come if they currently have confirmed antibodies, a recent negative Covid test or have recovered from confirmed Covid. If not, they can only participate in Hakafos provided they wear a mask. They must also adhere to the usual conditions posted, namely, no covid symptoms, have had no recent exposure to someone that has symptoms of or has active covid etc.
It is very much encouraged for everyone to wear a mask if possible.
These policies apply to all ages, including children and bochurim.
In addition, Hakafos will be shorter this year.
There will be a social distance Minyan for those who cannot attend Hakafos in the shul due to the risk of infection. Please text 732.278.2650 for details.
Anyone has any questions on any of these guidelines should please reach out to the Rov.