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Rosh Hashanah 5786: Communities Publish Schedules, Guides and Meals as Holiday Nears

New listings and explainer pieces underscore a season of renewal shaped by prayers for hostages and the ongoing war’s humanitarian concerns.

(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 Monday evening, Sept. 22, and concludes Wednesday evening, Sept. 24, marking the start of the High Holy Days for year 5786.
  • Local coverage details Tri-Valley service times across Chabad centers, Congregation Beth Emek, Beth Chaim and Tri-Valley Cultural Jews, with rabbis highlighting reflection, purpose and the centrality of the shofar.
  • Clergy statements foreground current events, with prayers for hostages held in Gaza, a swift end to the war, relief for Palestinians and security for all.
  • Guides explain the Sephardic Rosh Hashanah seder and simanim—dates, leeks, beets, gourds, pomegranates, apples in honey and a fish head—traditions that have spread beyond Sephardic communities.
  • In New York City, delis and markets including Katz’s, Zabar’s, Citarella, Russ & Daughters, Ben’s Kosher Deli and others are offering holiday catering packages.