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This Shabbat in Long Island

Shabbat Times for Long Island

Candle lighting, havdalah, and the weekly parsha, updated each week.

Candle Lighting

6:38pm

Friday, September 18

Havdalah

7:35pm

Saturday, September 19

This Week's Torah Portion

Parashat Ha’azinu

פרשת האזינו

Tzom Gedaliah

Times computed from 40°51′N 73°5′W America/New_York. Sourced from Hebcal.

Friday Night Dinner Plans?

Kosher restaurants in Long Island

Browse verified kosher restaurants, bakeries, and caterers in Long Island, perfect for picking up challah, ordering Friday night takeout, or booking a table for after havdalah.

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Frequently Asked

Shabbat in Long Island

What time does Shabbat start in Long Island this week?

Candle lighting in Long Island this week is at 6:38pm on Friday, September 18. Shabbat ends with havdalah at 7:35pm on Saturday, September 19.

What is this week's parsha?

This week's Torah portion is Parashat Ha’azinu.

How are candle-lighting times calculated for Long Island?

Shabbat candle lighting in Long Island is set 18 minutes before sunset on Friday. Havdalah is observed when three medium-sized stars are visible, approximately 8.5° below the horizon. All times are sourced from Hebcal and updated weekly.

Where can I find kosher restaurants in Long Island for Shabbat dinner?

Kosher Connect lists the kosher restaurants, bakeries, and caterers in Long Island, each with its certification status. Many close before Shabbat begins on Friday afternoon, so call ahead to confirm before you plan around them.

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