Public Invited To Celebrate First Night Of Hanukkah In Doylestown

DOYLESTOWN, PA — The public is invited to celebrate the first night of Chanukah with a ceremonial menorah lighting in downtown Doylestown.

Presented by Temple Judea Reform Synagogue of Doylestown and jkidphilly, the event takes place on Sunday, Dec. 19 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the corner of State and Hamilton streets. The event is open to all ages and will feature singing and dancing with Rabbi Sigal Brier and Dan Khan, cookie decorating, goodie bags, a raffle basket and refreshments.

In lieu of a traditional menorah lighting with candles or lights, children will be decorating flame hats and will line up to form a menorah for the celebration. There will also be a large dreidel placed at the corner of State and Hamilton streets to commemorate Hanukkah.

“We love gathering around the giant sevivon (dreidel) to sing, dance and have doughnuts," said Rabbi Sigal Brier. "It is always great fun for people of all ages."

Temple Judea of Bucks County, located in the Furlong section of Doylestown Township, is a Reform congregation offering a spiritual Jewish home and a vibrant, friendly, and welcoming community.

Open to all, including LGBTQ and interfaith individuals and families, Temple Judea is a friendly, inclusive congregation, offering varied and exciting programs year-round. Programming includes twice-a-month Shabbat services and Torah study, a lively religious school, an award-winning preschool, and year-round opportunities to celebrate Jewish holidays and lifecycle events.

To learn more, visit www.templejudea.org. Follow Temple Judea on Facebook and Instagram @templejudeaofbuckscounty.