Chabad of LES

08/25/2026

Think connecting to your roots requires perfection or special status? Think again. Discover why this month is all about an open door, a warm smile, and unconditional acceptance. 👉

What does it actually mean?

08/20/2026

Join us at Chabad of the Lower East Side for the High Holidays 2026/5787! 🍎🍯

From inspiring Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur services to a festive dinner, traditional melodies, Shofar, and more, Chabad LES has a warm and welcoming program for everyone to celebrate the High Holidays together. 

No membership necessary. Just come as you are.

We look forward to celebrating with you!

Visit chabadles.com/highholiday or the link in bio for details + RSVP.

Shanah Tovah! 🍎🍯

08/20/2026

Hosting for Rosh Hashanah? Make life easier on yourself by cooking ahead! Check out these 15 recipes that freeze beautifully - from round raisin challah to wine-braised brisket and desserts. 👉

When it comes to cooking in advance and freezing, some things fare better than others. Baked goods—challah, cakes, cookies—wrapped tightly come out perfectly. As do most meat dishes. Chicken doesn’t do as well, so I recommend preparing it raw and freezing it (in a marinade or sauce) so you can...

08/18/2026

Did you know it’s a traditional custom to hear the shofar daily during Elul, the month before Rosh Hashanah? Can listening online count? Find out here! 👉

I’m currently unable to attend service. Can I fulfill this custom by listening to the shofar over Zoom?

08/14/2026

When you thought it was just another day at the office… and then the Shofar-Off happens

As we enter the Hebrew month of Elul, we begin preparing for the auspicious High Holidays. During Elul, it’s customary to blow the shofar as we get ready for the new year.

Rosh Hashanah begins September 11!

Celebrate Rosh Hashanah with us!
Join Chabad LES for Shofar in the Park & Tashlich

📅 Sunday, September 13
⏰ 5:00 PM
📍 East River Amphitheater

Come hear the shofar, bring your friends and family, and welcome the new year together!

Full High Holiday schedule: chabadles.com/highholiday🍎🍯

08/13/2026

How deep is your Jewish music trivia? Put your song knowledge to the test with this fun quiz, and let us know how you did in the comments! 👉

Who composed the common tune for “Eishet Chayil”?

08/11/2026

What is the "yetzer hara," and why do we actually need it? Here is your practical guide to understanding and channeling your inner impulses. 👉

The yetzer hara is an instinctive impulse for self-gratification (bad), embodied by the emotional responses of the beast within you.

08/07/2026

What a beautiful NYC summer it’s been!

This coming Shabbat, we bless the new month of Elul, a meaningful time of reflection, renewal, and preparing ourselves for the year ahead. The King is in the field!

Kiddush tomorrow is sponsored by Rabbi Stone & Chani in honor of Chani’s birthday! 🎂 Stop by and celebrate with us!

🕯️ Candle lighting in NYC: 7:46 PM

Wishing our entire LES community a beautiful and peaceful Shabbat.

Shabbat Shalom 💙

08/06/2026

Giving isn't just charity, it's a proven strategy for abundance and financial stability. Read how ancient Jewish law aligns with modern economics in this insightful piece 👉

The deeper I went into the Torah’s approach to giving, the more I realized how precise that financial framework is.

08/04/2026

Feeling stuck or overwhelmed? Here is a timeless, practical lesson from this week's Torah portion on how to overcome anxiety and move forward with confidence. 👉

What is the difference between a threat and a challenge?