BP Markowitz Ushers in Chanukah with Chabad
Brooklyn Borough President Markowitz and Rabbi Aaron L. Raskin (to his left) hand out Chanukah treats to children at Brooklyn Borough Hall
BROOKLYN, NY [CHI] — On Monday, December 22, Brooklyn Borough President Marty Markowitz and Rabbi Aaron L. Raskin of Congregation B’nai Avraham hosted a celebration of Chanukah, the Jewish Festival of Lights, at Brooklyn Borough Hall. Marking the holiday again this year is Brooklyn’s official 29-foot menorah in front of the Supreme Court building in Borough Hall Plaza.
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Musical performances were provided by the Sparks Boys Choir and Aden. Holiday food and refreshments were also distributed, including Chanukah gelt, latkes and other holiday treats.
Susan
Wow, Rabbi Raskin. what a delight. you make us all proud and you don’t cease to amaze us!
Mazel Tov!
Rosey
And Kol Hakovod to Danny Finkleman of the Crown Heights SPARKS BOYS CHOIR. You were all great!!