Hanukkah

23andMe Finds Pandemic is Forcing Majority of People to Change Holiday Plans

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Wednesday, November 18, 2020
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As COVID-19 cases continue to mount, a new survey looked at how people are planning to celebrate differently this year.

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  • As COVID-19 cases continue to mount, a new survey looked at how people are planning to celebrate differently this year.
  • Commissioned by 23andMe, the survey found over half of respondents do not plan to attend holiday gatherings such as Thanksgiving (51 percent) and Christmas / Hanukkah (53 percent) in person this year.
  • In addition, almost two thirds (62 percent) agree that they will not be able to do all the traditional holiday activities and celebrations they want to do this year because of the pandemic.
  • Forty-four percent say there will be fewer community parties, or none at all, and 40 percent say there will be smaller family gatherings.

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:

CSS Announces Security Shabbat Across the Nation after Jersey City Attacks

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Wednesday, December 18, 2019
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CSS Security Shabbat across the Nation is on Shabbat Chanukah and was designed for Jewish houses of worship and their congregants to pay tribute to and to recognize the volunteers who stand guard each week.

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  • CSS Security Shabbat across the Nation is on Shabbat Chanukah and was designed for Jewish houses of worship and their congregants to pay tribute to and to recognize the volunteers who stand guard each week.
  • CSS Security Shabbat Across the Nation helps raise awareness of the importance of volunteer security on the local and national levels, and provides a method for community members to support the volunteers protecting their synagogues."
  • CSS security teams are selectively trained at the highest level to act, respond and implement security protections at synagogues and at events of the Jewish community.
  • CSS safeguards the community by training volunteers in professional security techniques, providing physical security and raising public awareness about safety issues.

The Mensch On A Bench Ditches His Bench For Epic Adventure

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Thursday, December 5, 2019
Candelabra, Hanukkah, Jewish culture, Mensch, Menorah

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.

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  • 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.

Terranea Resort Unwraps Annual "Traditions" Holiday Festivities

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Wednesday, October 23, 2019
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RANCHO PALOS VERDES, Calif., Oct. 23, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Terranea Resort releases its annual "Traditions" calendar, providing guests with festive holiday events, adventures and experiences, beginning with Thanksgiving and continuing through New Year's Day.

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  • RANCHO PALOS VERDES, Calif., Oct. 23, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Terranea Resort releases its annual "Traditions" calendar, providing guests with festive holiday events, adventures and experiences, beginning with Thanksgiving and continuing through New Year's Day.
  • Ongoing | Holiday Dining Enjoy festive feasts in honor of Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hanukkah, and New Year's at one of the resort's nine dining establishments.
  • News & World Report's "Best U.S. Hotels" list.In 2019, Terranea was designated a Great Place to Work-Certified company by Great Place to Work.
  • For additional information about Terranea Resort, visit www.terranea.com , call866.261.5873,or follow Terranea on Facebook , Instagram , and Twitter .

JewBelong Launches Edgy Outdoor Campaign Across Manhattan and New Jersey in Time for Rosh Hashanah: 'Even if you think kugel is an exercise for your vagina.'

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Wednesday, September 11, 2019
Seasons, Jewish holidays, Holidays, Rosh Hashanah, Jewish culture, Hanukkah, Moed, Rosh, High Holy Days

It's the start of Rosh Hashanah, one of the holiest days of the Jewish year, and it can leave even secular Jews asking themselves, now what?

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  • It's the start of Rosh Hashanah, one of the holiest days of the Jewish year, and it can leave even secular Jews asking themselves, now what?
  • JewBelong's free Rosh Hashanah Booklet is a relatable mix of traditional and new," says Archie Gottesman, JewBelong's co-founder.
  • In addition to Rosh Hashanah, JewBelong features guides to celebrating many other Jewish holidays, including Shabbat, Passoverand Hanukkah, plus sections on lifecycle moments, like weddings, bris and shiva.
  • "We don't care which one of your parents is Jewish or if neither of them is," explains Gottesman.

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.