Celebrate the Festival of Lights in Winchester with fun events and delicious recipes.
This year, Hanukkah begins on the evening of Saturday, Dec. 8, and ends a week later on Sunday, Dec. 16. According to Chabad.org, Hanukkah starts on the Hebrew calendar date of 25 Kislev and lasts for eight days. For those of us who aren't attuned to the Jewish calendar, that translates to sundown on Saturday, Dec. 8. In Winchester, Temple Shir Tikvah is holding its usual schedule of services and special Hanukkah events, including: For more information on Temple Shir Tikvah events, see the temple’s calendar. Hanukkah, also known as the Festival of Lights, commemorates the story of the Maccabean Revolt against Syrian rulers in present day Israel 2,300 years ago. The Maccabees wanted to rededicate Jerusalem's main temple but had only enough…
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Make these brisket, latke, and sufganiyot recipes for Hanukkah. Or, get them to-go from local spots in Winchester.
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Friday, December 7, 2012
This year, Hanukkah begins on the evening of Saturday, Dec. 8 and ends on the evening of Sunday, Dec. 16. In Winchester, Temple Shir Tikvah is holding its usual schedule of services and special Hanukkah events, including: For more information on Temple Shir Tikvah events, see the temple’s calendar. Observing the Festival of Lights goes hand-in-hand with making special Hanukkah foods. Before you light the menorah, make sure you have all the ingredients for some great brisket, latke, and sufganiyot. Although there are many recipes, below are a few to try during the eight nights. Hate cooking? Here are some kosher establishments nearby: Potato Latkes Ingredients Instructions Once they are ready to eat, try them with some apple sauce mixed …
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12:00 am on Sunday, December 9, 2012
linita, paranoid or what? Note the event held at Ambrose is clearly stated as one of the events held by Temple Shir Tikvah and is being held on a Sunday. That means the Town is renting the building out, receiving money for doing so, and does not sanction the event nor is it part of the School system programming. This is no different than the Girl Scouts holding meetings in a school or basketball … more ›