Chanukah for Children, Adults and the Needy

Chabad of Kentucky arranged programs throughout Chanukah for children, adults and the needy. Chanukah on Ice, public Menorah lighting’s, a parade, and even a canorah which was later distributed.

On Sunday, December 9th Chabad of Kentucky sponsored a Chanukah Ice Skating Party at Alpine Ice Arena highlighted by the lighting of a Grand Menorah. The program was co-sponsored by the Louisville Jewish Day School. Over 100 people took part in the singing of the blessings and the holiday songs as Judah Maccabee lit the menorah and led the skating session. The latkes, sufganiot (Israeli donuts), and hot chocolate were enjoyed by all. The children especially enjoyed the Jewish music while skating, as well as, the dreidels and chocolate Chanukah coins.

On Tuesday, December 11th Chabad sponsored a community menorah lighting in Lexington at the Joseph Beth Bookstore. The menorah was lit by Dr. Eli Capilouto, President of University of Kentucky. Rabbi Avrohom Litvin described Dr. Capilouto as a true Maccabee who has come to this community to help illuminate it with the bright light of education and knowledge. The entire community took pride in the stellar remarks and holiday message presented by Dr. Capilouto. Refreshments and traditional holiday delicacies were enjoyed by all who participated.

On Wednesday, December 12th a parade of cars with Chanukah flags and menorahs on them led by an ambulance decked out with a menorah and flashing lights, left The Temple parking lot and traveled to The Summit shopping center. Over 150 people joined in the event. Mayor Greg Fischer lit the giant Menorah’s shamesh and spoke of the need for every person to be a light to the area around them and that the entire city should celebrate the victory of good over evil and light over darkness. Rabbi Chaim shared some differences between Chanukah candels and Friday night candles and encouraged all the woman to take Friday night Lights home with them and kindle their flames in honor of his daughters 3rd birthday.

On Sunday, December 15th loads of food were used as building blocks to created the annual “Canorah” which were then donated to the poor. Bags of beans, baby food, mayonnaise, salad dressing, and tomato sauce are just some of the many items donated to this great cause.