Hanukkah | Jewish Historical Society

This year Hanukkah begins at sundown on Sunday December 18. We wish all our readers a joyous “Festival of Lights” and hope that you enjoy lighting the candles, eating latkes, playing dreidel, and singing the many Hanukkah songs. Below is a selection of archived photos showing the spirit of the holiday. Happy Hanukkah!

Andrea Singer, Nina Lalin, Debbie Shrank, Mindy Albalah, Diane Albalah, Sue Nagler, Michele Nagler, David Nagler — B’nai B’rith Women sponsored Hanukkah party at the Alps Manor, Wayne, NJ, 1990. Pictured standing from L-r are: Andrea Singer, Nina Lalin (in the multi colored sweater), Debbie Shrank and child, Mindy Albalah, ?, ?, Diane Albalah, Sue Nagler, Michele Nagler, David Nagler.

Children of Passaic Temple Emanuel, NJ, 1993 — Children of Passaic Temple Emanuel lighting the candles, 1993. Can you help us identify these happy youngsters?

Hanukkah candles, Wayne Y, Wayne NJ — Lighting of the Hanukkah candles at the Wayne Y. Date unknown. Can you help us identify these folks?

Hanukkah candle lighting, Barry Rosenberg (Jewish Federation of North Jersey Executive Director — Temple Beth Rishon, Wyckoff, NJ Hanukkah Celebration, 1981. Cantor Ilan Mamber plays the guitar in the background as Barry Rosenberg, Jewish Federation of North Jersey Executive Director lights the Hanukkiah.

Passaic Clifton Federation, New Jersey, Hanukkah kids' presents — Kids receiving Hanukkah presents at the Passaic Clifton Federation Hanukkah celebration. Date unknown. Please help us identify these kids.