Jewish New Year Services Begin Wednesday

Beginning Wednesday night, Jewish residents around Commack will celebrate the Rosh Hashana, the celebration of the new year, according to the Hebrew calendar.

Wednesday night marks the start of year 5774, according to the Hebrew calendar. The holiday, which lasts for two days, is considered one of the holiest times of the year and a time for renewal. Traditions that have been passed down for thousands of years, such as the call of the shofar, are still carried out in Jewish temples all over the world. 

Have a friend or family member celebrating Rosh Hashana? A common greeting on is "shana tovah u'metukah," which is Hebrew for "a good and sweet new year." Traditional foods such as apples and honey, raisin challah, honey cake and other treats follow along with the idea of a sweet, new year.

Here is a look at the High Holiday service times in Commack:

Temple Beth David, 100 Hauppauge Rd., Commack

Sept. 4 

7:30 p.m.

Sept. 5

 9 a.m.:(names A-K)-For temple members

 Noon:(names L-Z) - For temple members

3 p.m.: Children's service, open to the community

Sept. 6

10:30 a.m.:Open to the community

*Some services are by ticket only. Call (631) 499-0915 for questions about attending.

Commack Jewish Center

Sept. 4

7:15 p.m.

Sept. 5

8:30 a.m.

Jr. congregation: 10:30 a.m.

Evening service: 7:30 p.m.

Sept. 6

8:30 a.m.

Jr. Congregation: 10:30 a.m.

Mincha: 6:45 p.m.

*Some services are by ticket only. Call (631)543-3311 for questions about attending.

Chabad of Mid Suffolk

Sept. 4

7:15 p.m.

Sept. 5

Morning service: 9 a.m.

Children's service: 10:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Kiddush/Light Buffet following services

Sept. 6

Morning service: 9 a.m.

Children's service: 10:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Shofar sounding: 11 a.m.

Kiddush/Light Buffet following services

*A donation of $125 for adults and $50 for children is suggested to help with the costs of the holiday experience. If that is too much, a donation of any amount is appreciated. If a member of Chabad of Mid-Suffolk, seats are included in your membership.