Chanukah

First Night

Wednesday, December 25, 5:30pm | Zoom
Led by Rabbi Yael Werber, Song Leader Rachel Chang and Families with kids, Chanukah singalong included!

Second Night

Thursday December 26, 6:00pm | In person only at Union Square’s northern plaza | Free, but registration is required | Register
Led by Downtown Jewish Life
Join CBST clergy and the Downtown Jewish Life community in Union Square for Light Up the Night: 14Y’s Downtown Chanukah Celebration, featuring LED light juggling, holiday-themed crafts for kids, live music, photobooth, menorah lighting, and jelly donuts! 

Third Night

Friday, December 27

5:00pm | In person 
CBST Families with Kids is hosting a special latke and dreidel gathering before Kabbalat Shabbat services. Play, sing, nosh, and create with us!

6:30pm | In person and Livestreaming
CBST’s festive Shabbat Chanukah Kabbalat Shabbat services, featuring the CBST Community Chorus, will include candle lighting as part of the service.

After Kabbalat Shabbat services | In person
Join L’Dor VaDor, CBST’s growing community for those in their 40s, 50s, and beyond, for a special LDVD Oneg. Celebrate, connect, and share joy with longtime friends and new!

Fourth Night

Saturday, December 28, 5:30pm | Zoom (Includes Havdalah!)
Led by Marc Molomot, with the Havdalah Community 

Fifth Night

Sunday, December 29, 5:30pm | Zoom
Join L’Dor VaDor, CBST’s growing community for those in their 40s, 50s, and beyond, to celebrate Chanukah online with menorah lighting, warmth, joy, and connection, where all are welcome.

Sixth Night

Monday, December 30

12:30pm ET (7:30pm IT) | Zoom
Candle lighting with the Jerusalem Open House! The JOH invites CBST and communities around the world to light a candle together for Chanukah, offering blessings of hope and light. Registration link coming soon.

5:30pm | Zoom
Led by Mishpachah (55+) for candle lighting and some extra fun with group leaders Sharon Golub and Judy Ribnick 

Seventh Night

Tuesday, December 31, 5:30pm | Zoom 
Led by CBST staff members Miya Rotstein & Diana Chiarella

Eighth Night

Wednesday, January 1st, 2025, 5:30pm | Zoom 
Led by Aleinu, CBST’s 20s and 30s group