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Celebrate Chanukah in Connecticut!

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 12
Chanukah celebration in Bloomfield
“Lighting Up the Dark: Havdalah, Hanukkah Candles and Fireworks,” an outdoor, in-person, socially-distanced celebration, hosted by Beth Tikvoh Sholom, in the synagogue’s parking lot at 180 Still Rd., Bloomfied. Light Havadalah candles, view menorah lighting, enjoy fireworks. Must wear masks. Arrive at 4:45 p.m. and drive past the main entrance of the synagogue to pick up Havdalah candle and more; event begins at 5 p.m. In the event of inclement weather, watch your email for revised plans by Friday, 3 p.m. For more information or to register, (860) 243-3576, office@btsonline.org

JTConnect hosts outdoor Chanukah celebration for teens & families 
Teens and their families (and JTConnect alum) are invited to an outdoor Chanukah celebration at Farmington Valley Jewish Congregation in Simsbury, Saturday, Dec. 12, 7-8 p.m. Hosted by JTConnect, the party will include grab-and-go treats, hot chocolate bar and a photo booth. Social distancing will be in effect. RSVP by contacting Cara at cara@jtconnect.org.

See Dec. 13 and 15 for similar events in South Windsor and West Hartford. 

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 13
Annual Fire on ICE Drive-In” Chanukah Celebration
To ensure a safe gathering, Chabad of Greater Hartford has modified its annual “Fire on ICE – Chanukah @ Blue Back” celebration, which will take place on the 4th night of the holiday, Sunday, Dec. 13, at 4 p.m. This year, the popular event will move one block away to West Hartford’s Town Hall Lot, to enable a “Drive-in” format for this year’s event. 

From the comfort of their vehicles, hundreds of people are expected to enjoy American Chassidic superstar Benny Friedman, who will rock the stage in front of West Hartford Town Hall, and a master ice-carver who will sculpt a giant Menorah from a raw block of ice. A Giant LED Wall will enable all to see and be a part of the exciting happenings. Social distancing and COVID-19 restrictions will be strictly enforced to enable a safe environment for all. Participants will be required to remain at their vehicle. 

Each car will receive a Chanukah kit complete with a Menorah, games, crafts, cookies, Chanukah puzzle, Chocolate gelt, plus other surprises! Hot drinks will be distributed in a safe way by the staff of Starbucks and donuts will be available thanks to the generosity of Crown Market. 

Admission is free. For reservations and more information, visit chabadhartford.com/fire.

JTConnect hosts outdoor Chanukah celebration for teens & families 
Teens and their families (and JTConnect alum) are invited to an outdoor Chanukah celebration at Temple Beth Hillel in South Windsor, Sunday, Dec. 13, 6-7 p.m. Hosted by JTConnect, the party will include grab-and-go treats, hot chocolate bar and a photo booth. Social distancing will be in effect. RSVP by contacting Cara at cara@jtconnect.org

See Dec. 12 and 15 for similar events in Simsbury and West Hartford. 

Friends of Yiddish: A Freilichen Chanike
Friends of Yiddish is an informal, mostly English, bilingual drop-in social group which meets to hear a guest speaker or discussion and maybe absorb a Yiddish word or two. Registration required. For more information: (860) 243-3975

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 15
JTConnect hosts outdoor Chanukah celebration for teens & families
Teens and their families (and JTConnect alum) are invited to an outdoor Chanukah celebration at Congregation Beth Israel, Tuesday, Dec. 15, 6-8 p.m. Hosted by JTConnect, the party will include grab-and-go treats, hot chocolate bar and a photo booth. Social distancing will be in effect. RSVP by contacting Cara at cara@jtconnect.org

See Dec. 12 and 13 for similar events in Simsbury and South Windsor. 

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