Erev Rosh Hashanah Seder

You are cordially invited to attend a seder on Erev Rosh Hashanah, Friday, September 18 at 6:30 p.m., hosted by Rabbi Yael Ridberg from her home and broadcast on Zoom. Rabbi Yael’s seder service will incorporate elements from this haggadah in addition to the machzor, so feel free to print out a copy for yourselves. (Be sure to register to join us for the High Holy Days. You will receive the links to all Rosh Hashanah events on September 18.)

Seder Shopping List
Here are items to have on hand for the seder. Ideally, foods listed below are served in a form in which they can be eaten as part of your Rosh Hashanah meal.
  • Candlesticks
  • Candles and matches/lighter
  • Juice or wine for kiddush
  • A “new” fruit—something you haven’t eaten all year
  • Challah (round is traditional)
  • Honey
  • Apples
  • Pomegranate seeds
  • Dates

Bonus items​
  • String beans
  • Leeks, scallions
  • Beets or beetroot leaves
  • Pumpkin
  • Carrots
  • Fish (vegetarian or vegan alternatives include fish crackers or fish shaped gummy candies. Or with a “fish head” in mind, pick a “head” of something like lettuce.