At Temple Emanu-El of Long Beach, the community gathered to mark the commencement of Hanukkah during a spirited celebration on Dec. 7.
The event featured a spread of snacks, a DJ, dancing, and …
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By Angelina Zingariello
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12/15/23
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Two holidays. celebrated by two religions. Hanukkah, according to the Talmud, celebrates the restoration of the Second Temple of Jerusalem, where a day’s worth of oil burned for eight. Christmas, according to the Bible . . .
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12/14/23
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I grew up in a non-religious family, but it was always important to my parents that we knew we were Jews, and my family followed certain traditional rituals.
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By Alan Singer
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12/15/22
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New York saw a spike in hate crimes directed at the Jewish community toward the end of 2019 — during Hanukkah, of all times. It was particularly disturbing . . .
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1/2/20
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Nothing says “love” like fresh baked cookies and treats. The gift of homemade goodness is always welcome during the holiday season.
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By Karen Bloom
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11/29/18
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Kennedy Plaza was alive with colorful lights and festive music as city officials and members of local synagogues celebrated the second night of Hanukkah on Dec. 13.
Rabbi Eli Goodman of …
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By Bridget Downes
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12/21/17
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In Arabic-speaking and predominantly Muslim parts of the world, Christmas is known as Eid al Milad, or the Festival of the Birthday, referring to the birth of Christ. Although not an essential part of Muslim tradition . . .
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12/7/17
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Give the gift of homemade goodness, by inviting friends and family over for some tasty holiday treats. Everyone can get in on the act and share their creations all around.
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By Karen Bloom
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11/30/17
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The world recognized International Holocaust Remembrance Day on Jan. 27 — a day designated by the United Nations to commemorate the victims of the Holocaust and the anniversary of the liberation of …
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By Bridget Downes
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2/2/17
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There was a record-breaking turnout for this year’s menorah lighting ceremony as more than 500 residents crowded Kennedy Plaza on Sunday to mark the first night of Hanukkah.
Rabbi Eli Goodman …
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12/10/15
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