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Boca Beach Chabad Welcomes Israel Consul General Maor Elbaz-Starinsky to ChanukahVIP Reception and Alex Clare Concert

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Thursday, November 30, 2023
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BOCA RATON, Fla., Nov. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --

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  • We are honored to welcome Israel Consul General Maor Elbaz-Starinsky, who will be delivering remarks on behalf of the government of Israel.
  • This special event will take place at Boca Beach Chabad 120 NE 1st Avenue, Boca Raton, and will be a celebration of the Festival of Lights and the enduring bond between Israel and our local community.
  • Chanukah VIP Reception: Join us at 5:30 PM for a reception featuring Consul General Maor Elbaz-Starinsky's remarks and an opportunity to mingle with community leaders and fellow attendees.
  • Alex Clare Concert: After the reception, get ready for a high-energy performance by Alex Clare, whose music has touched hearts around the world.

Boston Seaport by WS Announces the Exciting Return of Snowport, a.k.a winter in Seaport

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023
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WALTHAM, Mass., Oct. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Every winter, Boston's Seaport neighborhood gets shaken up in a magical snow globe and transformed into Snowport, a fantastical winter wonderland of good times, gifts, games, art, food, and special events. Snowport, will return for the fifth year, serving as the ultimate destination for Bostonians and tourists alike. The neighborhood is filled with activities and events, including outdoor iceless curling, evergreen trimmings and trees at The Tree Market, an annual holiday tree lighting, Light Up Seaport (December 1st), annual Menorah Lighting (December 10th), and of course, Betty the Yeti sightings throughout the season. Snowport will once again feature the iconic The Holiday Market at Snowport, in Partnership with Constant Contact, and created with The Makers Show. The luminous and enchanting open-air market will showcase over 120 businesses, as well as an inviting dining area with 17 food and beverage concepts. The Seaport neighborhood transforms into Snowport on November 10, 2023 with full details and dates outlined below. Visit www.bostonseaport.xyz/snowport and follow @seaportbos to learn more, and download Snowport photography here.

Key Points: 
  • "We are excited to return to the Seaport this holiday season with an eclectic mix of crafts and makers.
  • Plus, for those unable to attend, tune into NBC10 Boston for live coverage of all the festivities, performances, and more.
  • Seaport celebrates Chanukkah at a Menorah Lighting celebration with Chabad of Downtown Boston on Sunday, December 10.
  • Seaport will participate in the Boston Harbor Now New Year's Eve Ice Sculpture Stroll.

Set Sail on a Spectacular Festive Voyage with Oceania Cruises

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Tuesday, September 12, 2023
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MIAMI, Sept. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Oceania Cruises, the world's leading- culinary and destination-focused cruise line, invites travelers to experience a once-in-a-lifetime festive season voyage aboard seven of its small, luxurious ships. With over 40 sailings departing from Miami, Lima, Sydney, Singapore, Abu Dhabi or Dubai during the 2023-2024 and 2024-2025 holiday seasons, guests can immerse themselves in the cultural richness of myriad of enticing destinations.

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  • The holiday festivities begin the minute guests step aboard one of Oceania Cruises' intimate ships, which are festooned with enchanting seasonal decorations, glittering lights, festive garlands, elegantly dressed trees and showstopping gingerbread villages.
  • "Cruising aboard a luxurious ship replete with celebratory menus, glistening decorations and festive entertainment is an extraordinary way to spend the holiday season," said Frank A. Del Rio, President of Oceania Cruises.
  • "Our collection of festive itineraries explores enticing locales the world over, creating memories to last a lifetime."
  • Oceania Cruises will continue offering travelers simply MORE during the holiday season.

Black and Jewish Leaders Gather at Carnegie Hall to Take a Stand Against Antisemitism and Racism

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Wednesday, December 21, 2022
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This event jointly celebrated Chanukah and Kwanzaa in a unifying holiday ceremony on Sunday, December 18, 2022, at Carnegie Hall, in New York City.

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  • This event jointly celebrated Chanukah and Kwanzaa in a unifying holiday ceremony on Sunday, December 18, 2022, at Carnegie Hall, in New York City.
  • “Top Black leaders like New York City Mayor Eric Adams; Robert F. Smith, America’s foremost Black philanthropist; and the Reverend Al Sharpton, each lit a Menorah to celebrate Chanukah and stand with the Jewish community amid a national explosion of antisemitism.
  • And highly committed Jewish leaders—among them Marion and Elisha Wiesel and many Rabbis and activists—joined to fight racism and stand with our Black brothers and sisters against hate.
  • These Black and Jewish leaders are urging individuals across the country to post photos of their own Black and Jewish friends, neighbors, and colleagues coming together to #lightthecandles on their social media.

Happy Hanukkah from Canada Post

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Thursday, November 5, 2020
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TORONTO, Nov. 5, 2020 /CNW/ - Today, Canada Post issued a new commemorative stamp to mark Hanukkah the Jewish Festival of Lights.

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  • TORONTO, Nov. 5, 2020 /CNW/ - Today, Canada Post issued a new commemorative stamp to mark Hanukkah the Jewish Festival of Lights.
  • The eight-day celebration begins at nightfall on the 25th day of Kislev in the Hebrew calendar, this year December 10.
  • The stamp is available in advance, so Canadians can use it to send holiday greetings.
  • To mark this extraordinary occurrence, Jewish families in Canada and around the world kindle an eight-branched candelabra called a hanukkiyah,or menorah, often placing it in a window.

New Hanukkah Stamp Now Available

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Tuesday, October 6, 2020
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WASHINGTON, Oct. 6, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Celebrate the joyous Jewish holiday of Hanukkah with a new stamp from the U.S.

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  • WASHINGTON, Oct. 6, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Celebrate the joyous Jewish holiday of Hanukkah with a new stamp from the U.S.
  • "This new Hanukkah stamp illustrates the lighting of the hanukiahon the last evening of the holiday," said USPS Controller and Vice President Cara Greene.
  • Tsong chose her colors intentionally to evoke Hanukkah traditions as seen through the eyes of children.
  • The Hanukkah stamp is being issued as a Forever stamp in a pane of 20.

Something for Everyone This Coming Holiday Season

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Wednesday, July 29, 2020
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WASHINGTON, July 29, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --The 2020 holiday season will be here before you know it.

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  • WASHINGTON, July 29, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --The 2020 holiday season will be here before you know it.
  • All images are preliminary and are subject to change prior to printing.USPS is also announcing holiday favorites from years past that will continue to be available.
  • This new stamp celebrates the joyous Jewish holiday of Hanukkah.The stamp art's colorful digital illustration shows the lighting of the nine-branched Hanukkah menorah on the last evening of the holiday.
  • Additionally, the following holiday stamps from recent years will be available for purchase while supplies last:

The Mensch On A Bench Ditches His Bench For Epic Adventure

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Thursday, December 5, 2019
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It has been a busy year for the Mensch on a Bench and the adventure is heating up with Hanukkah right around the corner.

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  • It has been a busy year for the Mensch on a Bench and the adventure is heating up with Hanukkah right around the corner.
  • This December, The Mensch on a Bench is excited to partner with National Basketball's Orlando Magic as they celebrate Hanukkah 2019.
  • Talking Mensch on a Bench (SRP $19.99) available at Bed Bath and Beyond , Michael's , Barnes & Noble , and Amazon.
  • Created by Neal Hoffman in 2013, The Mensch on a Bench tells the wonderful story of Moshe the Mensch, who watched over the menorah during the great miracle of Hanukkah.

Canada Post wishes Canadians "Hanukkah Same'ah" with new stamp

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Thursday, November 14, 2019
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In 2019, the festival occurs from nightfall on December 22 until nightfall on December 30.

Key Points: 
  • In 2019, the festival occurs from nightfall on December 22 until nightfall on December 30.
  • Canada Post is issuing this stamp today, well in advance of the celebration, so that Canadians can make their Hanukkah cards and other mail more festive.
  • Designed by Lionel Gadoury of Context Creative, this stamp honouring the Jewish Festival of Lights explores the relationship between light and dark.
  • The seven-branched Temple menorah was required to stay lit at all times; however, after the battle, there was enough sanctified oil to last only one day.

AJC Launches #8Nights4ReligiousRights for Hanukkah

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Friday, November 30, 2018
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NEW YORK, Nov. 30, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --American Jewish Committee (AJC) has launched #8Nights4ReligiousRights, the global Jewish advocacy organization's Hanukkah initiative in support of religious freedom around the world.

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  • NEW YORK, Nov. 30, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --American Jewish Committee (AJC) has launched #8Nights4ReligiousRights, the global Jewish advocacy organization's Hanukkah initiative in support of religious freedom around the world.
  • The eight-day Hanukah holiday, which begins Sunday evening with the lighting of the first candle in the menorah, celebrates the restoration of Jewish religious freedom in ancient Israel.
  • "Hanukkah has two universal messages," said AJC CEO David Harris.
  • AJC, a longstanding leader in efforts to end discrimination, hatred, and the oppression of religious minorities, urges sharing #8Nights4ReligiousRights to show support for these communities and for religious freedom around the world.