“Many of us on the outside seem fine but are actually feeling even more lost than ever as the Jewish New Year approaches. Some of these families have no family nearby or cannot attend community dinners with friends,” said Denburg.

Chabad Columbus hosted a drive-thru Rosh Hashanah carnival Aug. 30, to celebrate the holiday in a socially distant fashion.

With COVID-19 making it difficult or impossible for many to attend traditional High Holiday services, Chabad of Montreal has created a database of outdoor Rosh Hashanah services, centered on the sounding of the shofar — the key observance of the holiday.

Rabbi and Rebbetzin Feldman were greeted by UAE Ambassador to Australia, His Excellency Abdulla Al Subousi, together with senior diplomats at the embassy and shared a lengthy and friendly discussion followed by a presentation ceremony.

As the year 2020 continues, people the world over are looking forward to a New Year, with the hope that it will be better.

Why is this year different from all others? Traditionally that may be a question reserved for the holiday of Passover, but it rings true for the upcoming High Holiday season. As many navigate the Covid-19 Pandemic, there is uncertainty about the upcoming High Holidays of Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur.

“During the High Holidays, accessibility can translate into different factors for different people,” Rabbi Lezell said. “Our goal is to lower the barriers of entry and encourage each and every Jew to actively participate in these most holy and introspective days.”

Dubbed “Rosh Hashanah in the Park,” the services — which will be held in Creve Coeur/Olivette, University City/Clayton, the Central West End, Chesterfield, St. Charles County and near Washington University — will be hosted by the five nearby Chabad centers and open to all, with no membership or affiliation required.

Chabad Palm Beach Gardens has set up tents outside the sanctuary as part of a multi-faceted approach to connect with as many people as possible at this important time of year.

Tenafly Chabad Academy students can’t ‘mask’ their excitement to be back.

Chabad of SE Morris County will be hosting both indoor and outdoor social distanced  High Holiday services that are open to all. Masks will be required at all times.

With the High Holidays approaching and COVID-19 creating difficulties for many in joining a traditional synagogue service, Chabad of Agoura Hills will provide a variety of holiday services intended to meet the needs of the Jewish community.