Hanukkah Begins at Sundown Tuesday, Local Events Planned

Hanukkah, also known as the Festival of Lights, begins at sundown Tuesday and goes until Dec. 24. The Jewish holiday commemorates the story of the Maccabean Revolt against Syrian rulers in present day Israel 2,300 years ago.

Here is a look at services and celebrations at two area temples:

Temple Shir Tikva in Wayland

• Friday, Dec. 19, 6:15 p.m. - Bring your own menorah to a candle lighting ceremony and enjoy a music-filled Simchat Shabbat service. A holiday oneg featuring potato latkes, hors d’oeuvres, hearty winter soups, and hot mulled cider will follow.
• Saturday, Dec. 20, 6:30 p.m. - Ninth through 12th graders are invited to a Hanukkah part at The Loft at the Blumenfield’s house. RSVP to rpass@shirtikva.org to receive the address.

Congregation Or Atid in Wayland

• Sunday, Dec. 21 at 11 a.m. - Crafts for kids, a study session with the rabbi, candlelighting and food are all part of the Hanukkah celebration.

For a look at all Hanukkah events in the Greater Boston area, check out this comprehensive list from JewishBoston.com >>>