A lot has changed in the past year, but not the resiliency of the Jewish community as this year’s High Holy Days are coinciding with the first anniversary of the Oct. 7 Hamas attacks in Israel.

News 12 spoke with customers preparing for Rosh Hashanah at Riverdale Kosher Market, who said they are remaining positive after a year that saw rising antisemitism.

“It’s a really nice time of the year and we pray for all of us,” said one customer.

The celebrations kick off Wednesday evening. Chef Oscar Diaz is expecting big crowds at the market.