Hello friends,

This evening at sunset, our Jewish friends, family, and neighbors will begin observing Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement. Yom Kippur comes ten days after Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year. You may remember that I shared a message with you at the beginning of Rosh Hashanah, which was paired with an announcement about our 25th Anniversary of 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony.

Yom Kippur is considered the holiest and most solemn day in the Jewish faith. It continues until nightfall on Monday, September 21st. During this 25-hour period, those observing Yom Kippur traditionally fast, reflect, pray, and seek forgiveness and reconciliation.

As a community, please take a moment to recognize and respect this important day for our Jewish neighbors and friends.

Please join me in wishing everyone observing Yom Kippur an easy and meaningful fast, and a year ahead filled with peace, health, and reflection.

G’mar Chatima Tova.

Tom Drake, Mayor
mayor@hohny.gov


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