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The Chabad of Moorpark Jewish Center invites the entire community to celebrate the Festival of Lights at the 15th annual Chanukah Festival and Public Menorah Kindling Ceremony with the theme UNITE FOR LIGHT! The grand Chanukah celebration will take place at the Mission Bell Plaza, near the former Michael D's.
Public dignitaries Including Supervisor Janice Parvin, Mayor Chris Enegren, the chief of police and Moorpark council members will attend the ceremony and will assist in kindling the giant GLOW Menorah.
Prior to the kindling, the program will feature a world-renowned, and award-winning comedian and illusionist, Rob Rasner. There will be a grand performance by Team Impact, from Tsudoo Karate Moorpark Krav maga, The highlight of the event will be "THE GREAT GELT DROP" where local firefighters will be throwing chocolate coins from their ladder 30 feet in the air. There will also be crafts and activities, hot latkes and donuts, music, dancing, and more! Menorahs and candles will also be available at the event for those who need. Join us in a public display of unity at this exciting Menorah Lighting Ceremony. FREE and open to all!
Featuring:
- Grand Gelt drop with a ladder fire truck
- Awesome entertainment by World famous comedy illusionist, Rob Rasner
- Extreme martial arts performance by Team Impact
- Crafts and activities
- Hot latkas and donuts
- Hot coffee & Drinks
- Light a giant glow Menorah
- Greetings by dignitaries
- Music and dancing
- Chanukah items for sale
Now, more then ever we need to come together TO UNITE FOR LIGHT!
- Message of LIGHT COMBATTING THE DARKNESS
- Solidarity
- Mutual respect
- Religious freedom and tolerance
Police AS WELL as SECURITY will be present
Who
Open to all
Cost
FreeHow
Just show up
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Chanukah is the eight-day Jewish "Festival of Lights," this year beginning on the evening of December 7th and culminating on December 15. Each evening at sunset an additional candle is lit (that should burn for at least half hour) to commemorate the rededication of the Temple in Jerusalem some 2000 years ago. “The message of Chanukah,” explains Rabbi Shimy Heidingsfeld, Executive Director of Chabad of Moorpark, “is one of hope in the face of extreme adversity. It’s a message with broad appeal to everyone who believes in religious freedom and that faith and determination can triumph against even the most overwhelming odds.” Especially with the current events, now more then ever, we need to unite and spread extra light!"
“This Menorah is the ultimate display of joy and unity,” said Devorah Heidingsfeld, organizer of the event. “The holiday of Chanukah is a festival of a historic victory and celebration for all times, highlighted by the kindling of Menorahs each night of the holiday. Yet it also contains a universal message for people of all faiths—that ultimately, good will triumph over evil, freedom over oppression, and light over darkness. Join us in a public display of unity at this exciting Menorah Lighting Ceremony.
Line-up of Great Chanukah Events!
Call us at 805-807-8684 if you would like a special Chanukah visit or would like to join our family for a Menorah lighting! We also have Menorahs and candles available!
#Light for Israel
