Let’s celebrate Chanukah together

Join us on Dec. 17 and Dec. 18

Join the City of Vaughan in celebrating the triumph of light over darkness at the Menorah Lighting ceremony and Chanukah celebration.

Here are the details for both events:

Menorah Lighting ceremony

You’re invited to the City’s annual Menorah Lighting ceremony tomorrow, Wednesday, Dec. 17, from 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. in the Vaughan City Hall (2141 Major Mackenzie Dr.) Courtyard and Vaughan Room. This free event will include official remarks from Mayor Steven Del Duca, a special choir performance, the lighting of the Menorah and refreshments. Rabbi Mendel Kaplan, founder and spiritual leader of Chabad Flamingo, will preside over the ceremony.

Pre-registration is encouraged. Confirm your attendance for the event online.

Chanukah celebration

Join us on Thursday, Dec. 18 from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Garnet A. Williams Community Centre (501 Clark Ave. W.) for a lively Chanukah celebration. This free event features official remarks, an interactive DJ, colouring and button making activities, a photo booth, a balloon artist, performances, refreshments and more! 

Pre-registration is encouraged. Confirm your attendance for the event online.

Chanukah is an eight-day holiday, celebrated each year by people of the Jewish faith. It is observed to commemorate the rededication of the Temple of Jerusalem. The Menorah, or Holiday Candelabra, is the most recognizable symbol of Chanukah, symbolizing light and life. 

To learn more about these events, visit vaughan.ca/festive.

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