This is the Forward’s coverage of the Jewish holiday of Hanukkah.
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Community My Fellow Jews: Just Relax And Enjoy The Christmas Music.
While anticipating the harmonious a cappella of Christmas Carols at my doorstep, I recall the words of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, “Music is the universal language of mankind.” The music of Christmas represents peace, joy and hope and it has become a genre of its very own. But contrary to common thought, Christmas in America was…
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Fast Forward The 5 Weirdest Menorahs We’ve Seen This Hanukkah
(JTA) — Looking to celebrate Hanukkah but want to make this year a bit unique? Take a hint from these unusual menorahs — including ones made out of pita bread and exploded rockets — and your eight nights of Hanukkah will be sure to be different from all the other ones. A human torch Students…
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Life Be ‘Naughty’! Shop At Stores That Don’t Only Embrace Christmas.
As you’re doing that last-minute Hanukkah shopping, the Liberty Counsel, a relatively small Christian Right organization best known for defending Kentucky clerk Kim Davis, has a few ideas for you. For several years the Liberty Counsel has prepared a “Naughty or Nice” list of retailers who celebrate the “holidays” in general (naughty) and those who…
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The Schmooze WATCH: Conan O’Brien And An Orthodox Jew Light A Vape Pen Menorah
As the song goes: A Rock of ages, let our song praise thy saving power! / Thou giving us the vape pen menorah, is your finest hour. That hour arrived on Wednesday night’s episode of “Late Night With Conan O’Brien,” when the host invited the show’s Orthodox music producer to the stage to demonstrate one…
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Community The Great Hanukkah Debates: Do Latkes Go Best With Applesauce Or Sour Cream?
Do crispy, hot, delicious latkes go best with apple sauce, sour cream, or by themselves? Let us know what you think: Latke eaters everywhere: Are you team applesauce or team sour cream? — The Forward (@jdforward) December 14, 2017 No matter what team you’re on, enjoy latke recipes galore:
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Community This Hanukkah, Remember Sandy Hook — And Take A Stand Against Gun Violence.
My youngest son’s preschool Hanukkah celebration is next Friday. And I’m feeling a little sad. Owen is in Pre-K. He’s my baby. So this is it — a 6th and final family Hanukkah celebration at the preschool that’s become a second home to us. When my older son Henry was at the same preschool, I…
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Community It’s Time to Rebrand Hanukkah for the 21st Century
There is much to love about Hanukkah: the beauty of dancing flames on winter nights, the taste of crisp latkes, singing with friends and family, and the promise of everyday miracles in the most hopeless moments. Sufganyiot even play a role in my courtship story with my husband, forever tingeing the holiday with a dose…
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Life What Do We Want for Hanukkah? Gifts That Make Us Chuckle
Let’s face it: This holiday season, in a time of Marie Kondo-style downsizing, most of us don’t need much of anything. Instead of investing in the latest tech gadget or toy, let your gifts at least be funny. And if not funny, then at least cute. Here are eight ideas for your family, friends, frenemies…
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