Hanukkah (Dec 25) | Jewish Historical Society of Northern New Jersey

This year Hanukkah begins on December 25, which coincides with Christmas. May the holiday season bring peace and joy to people of all faiths. Although Hanukkah is celebrated by Jews of all ages, it seems children enjoy it the most. Below are photos from our archives showing kids enjoying the Festival of Lights.

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Michelle Citrin and Mitchell Ayes — Michelle Citrin and Mitchell Ayes of the Fair Lawn Jewish Center Nursery School lighting the Hanukkah candles, 1985. You can see Michelle all grown up, singing “Hanukkah Lovin” on Youtube at Hanukkah Lovin'

Hanukkah candle lighting at Wayne Y, 1990 — Hanukkah candle lighting at Wayne Y, 1990. Can you help us ID these folks?

B'nai_B'rith Women Hanukkah function, 1993 — P53 B’nai B’rith Women sponsored Hanukkah function, 1993. On the right side of the table are Jared Andreano, Peter Feldman, Jordan Terry, and Bryan Terry.

Hanukkah Candle lighting Temple Beth Rishon — Hanukkah Candle lighting celebration at Temple Beth Rishon in Wyckoff, 1994. Help us identify these participants.

kids singing Hanukkah songs at Leonia Sons of Israel — Can you help us identify the date and these kids singing their favorite Hanukkah songs at Leonia Sons of Israel?

Youngsters enjoying Hanukkah snacks at Washington Township JCC — Unidentified youngsters enjoying Hanukkah snacks at Washington Township JCC. Date unknown