HANUKKAH RESOURCES 2023

With the current situation in Israel and around the world, it is important this Hanukkah to find the light in difficult and dark times. Our activities and resources list has everything you need to celebrate the rich and vibrant traditions of the Festival of Lights!

If you’d like to learn about local Hanukkah events and programs, click here for Federation’s Community Calendar and click here for a full listing of synagogues in our area and their websites.

All Ages

Volunteer Projects:

8 Days, 8 Ways of Giving Back is our Jewish Volunteer Center’s (JVC) community-wide giving opportunity to make an impact this Hanukkah and throughout December.

Hanukkah Playlists:

Israeli Hanukkah Songs for kids

“Orr” is Light – Israeli songs about light

General Resources:

Hanukkah 101

Hanukkah Recipes

For Families

LOCAL Family-Friendly Hanukkah Celebrations
A miracle of options to celebrate Hanukkah in our community! To see more information about each, check out our highlights or visit the Temple’s website!

Get Together Grants for Hanukkah, Israel & more
Hanukkah’s a great time to get together with friends! PJ Library® subscribers, check your email for your personal Get Together host code. With it, you can get expert help planning, preparing, and even paying for a simple but satisfying gathering with a few Jewish families you know.

Hanukkah Activity Packet for Families: Coloring pages, Hanukkah blessings, directions for playing dreidel and the story of Hanukkah.

PJ Library^® Hanukkah Hub

Hanukkah Resources for Students, Educators and Families from Behrman House

Hanukkah Crafts, Party Supplies & More from Oriental Trading

35+ Best Hanukkah Activities for Kids from Busy Toddler

Guide to Hanukkah for Interfaith Families from 18Doors

Article: Making Hanukkah With Children Meaningful

Cooking for Hanukkah with Kids of all Abilities

Hanukkah Resources for Kids