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Rosh Hashanah 5786 Begins Monday Night as Communities Finalize Services and Celebrations

Coverage shifts to practical observance, with guidance on shofar blasts, simanim, greetings, catering, local schedules.

(JTA illustration by Grace Yagel)
Local Jewish organizations are preparing to observe Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur. Seen here is Rabbi Dr. Laurence Milder of Congregation Beth Emek with a shofar. (Photo courtesy of Milder)
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Overview

  • Rosh Hashanah begins at sundown on Monday, September 22, and ends at nightfall on Wednesday, September 24, ushering in the year 5786.
  • Guides highlight core rituals and symbols, including the shofar’s soul‑stirring call to repentance, apples and honey for a sweet year, round challah, pomegranates, and the ‘head of the year’ custom with vegan substitutes.
  • Synagogues and groups across the Tri‑Valley list detailed schedules for services, children’s programs, Tashlich, and communal meals, with Yom Kippur following on the evenings of October 1–2.
  • Local clergy frame the season with prayers for the release of hostages, relief for Palestinians, and security for all, alongside teachings on teshuvah, tefillah, tzedakah and ‘crowning’ God as King.
  • Practical resources cover how to wish ‘Shana tova,’ what to set on the holiday table (machzor, new fruit, cards), and where to order prepared meals in New York City from delis and caterers like Katz’s, Zabar’s and Citarella.