The
Saint John Jewish community celebrates the festival of Chanukah
tonight, and everyone in the community is invited to attend the
menorah-lighting ceremony.Chanukah began on Wednesday, and the menorah-lighting starts at 6pm, at the Saint John Jewish Historical Museum and synagogue, 91 Leinster Street.
Chanukah songs, educational information, and light refreshments are all on the program.The eight-day festival celebrates the victory of the Maccabees over the Greeks which allowed the the Jews the freedom to worship God. All are welcome to participate.
