chanukah Archives – Page 2 of 2

Giving Thanks

Rabbi Ron Shulman November 28, 2002

It\’s not only that this year Thanksgiving and Chanukah coincide, it\’s that the calendar makes us focus on the thanksgiving aspect of Chanukah\’s meaning.

Kindle Lights, Rekindle Traditions

Linda Morel November 28, 2002

>"The sizzle of latkes in the kitchen, the glow of Chanukah candles in the window, the sounds of children playing with dreidels," these are what most of us associate with Chanukah celebrations, said Linda Burghardt, the author of "Jewish Holiday Traditions" (Citadel Press, 2001).

Beyond Miracles and Maccabees

Denise Berger November 21, 2002

My mother was surprised when I said I was reviewing Chanukah books for kids. \”Is there a lot out there?\” she asked.

Ice Cream or Bread?

Rabbi Steven Carr Reuben February 4, 1999

I remember the argument like it was yesterday. There I was, a 10-year-old kid growing up in a Reform congregation in Santa Monica, arguing with my best friend (another 10-year-old from the same synagogue) about the laws of kashrut for Pesach.

Homage for the Holidays

Jewish Journal December 3, 1998

Don\’t call her the \”Jewel\” of Jewish preschool.

Sure, Pearl B. sings to the accompaniment of her acoustic six-string. And she does lean professionally on her gem-like first name. But that is where any similarity to the chirpy pop star ends.