Named for the Hebrew word for “dedication,” Chanukah commemorates the Maccabees’ defeat of the Syrians, which led to liberation of the Jews and the rededication of the Temple in Jerusalem in 165 B.C.E. Chanukah also is known as the “Festival of Lights” because of the custom of lighting candles over the course of eight days, one candle each day, on a non-branched Chanukah menorah.
Feb 19, 2019 at 12:00 PM
Once a month, under the sponsorship of the Women’s Auxiliary, Emanu-El congregants serve dinner and organize art projects and entertainment for the families residing at New York City’s Ronald McDonald House. Volunteers must register with the Women’s Auxiliary: 212-744-1400, ext. 235. Open to temple members only.
Feb 19, 2019 at 1:30 PM
IMMIGRATION: The first Jew was an immigrant. Does that mean we should support open borders or admit those who disagree with us? Part of the Modern Matters: Ancient Jewish Wisdom Series with Rabbi David Wolpe. Struggling with today’s cascade of political and social controversies? Why not discover what Judaism has to say about them? After all, between the Five Books of Moses, 2,711 pages of the Talmud, the Mishnah and 5,779 years of history, Judaism offers important lessons about almost…
Feb 21, 2019 at 6:00 AM
With a new baby at home, parents need a place to share both newly minted parenting wisdom as well as their concerns. Drop by and make the kind of friends you can grow with! Your baby is welcome, too!
