Rosh Hashanah
The Jewish New Year
Rosh Hashanah is the Jewish New Year. It is the anniversary of the creation of Adam and Eve, and a day of judgment and coronation of G‑d as king.
Rosh Hashanah is the birthday of the universe, the day G‑d created Adam and Eve, and it’s celebrated as the head of the Jewish year. It begins at sundown on the eve of Tishrei 1 (October 2) and flows into Shabbos which ends after nightfall on Tishrei 3 (October 5, 2024).
The central observance of Rosh Hashanah is blowing the shofar (ram’s horn) on both mornings of the holiday (except on Shabbat), which is normally done in synagogue as part of the day’s services.
Rosh Hashanah feasts traditionally include round challah bread (studded with raisins) and apples dipped in honey, as well as other foods that symbolize our wishes for a sweet year.
Other Rosh Hashanah observances include candle lighting in the evenings and desisting from creative work.
Together with Yom Kippur (which follows 10 days later), it is part of the Yamim Nora'im (Days of Awe, or High Holidays).
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Welcome to Chabad Upper East Side High Holiday Services. Join us for inspiring and uplifting services filled with melody, insights, and warmth. Our services are open to all Jews, regardless of affilitation. No synagogue membership required. The prayer book is hebrew and english, with many of the prayers sung in english. The Rabbi shares meaningful insights and explanations, making the service relevant, enjoyable and inspirtional.
This year daytime services will be held at the Bohemian National Hall and evening services will be at the Chabad House at 419 East 77th Street. All Yom Kippur services will be at the Bohemian National Hall. $180 donation includes all services (Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur.)
SCHEDULE
Erev Rosh Hashana, Wednesday, Oct. 2
6:30 am - 1:00 pm The Mikvah is open for Men
$25 for non members
Make an Eiruv Tavshilin before the holiday begins: Click here for instructions and more information
Rosh Hashana Eve
Wednesday, October 2
Candle lighting: 6:17 pm
Services at Chabad 6:20 pm
Followed by dinner RSVP
Rosh Hashana Day 1
Thursday, October 3
Services at the Bohemian National Hall 9:00 am
Children's Program 11:00 am
Shofar blowing Approx. 11:45 am
Followed by Kiddush
Mincha 3:00 pm
Tashlich 3:30 pm - We walk over to the East River
Light Candles after 7:14 pm
(from a pre-existing flame)
Maariv at Chabad 6:45 pm
Friday, October 4
Services at the Bohemian National Hall 9:00 am
Children's Program 11:00 am
Shofar blowing Approx. 11:45 am
Followed by Kiddush
Light Candles by 6:14 pm
(from a pre-existing flame)
Mincha and Kabbalat Shabbos at Chabad: 6:00 pm
Shabbos Shuva, October 5
Services at Chabad 9:30 am
Followed by Kiddush
Mincha 5:45 pm
Followed by farbrengen, Maariv & Havdala
Shabbos ends 7:11 pm
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High Holidays Services Donation: $180 per person
Holiday Dinner $65
