Chanukah Community Celebration
On Sunday, the third night of Chanukah, the Jewish Community of Rostov, headed by Rabbi Chaim and Kaila Danzinger, held a grand Chanukah celebration for the entire community. The event was held in the shul and was attended by over 350 people. The program included a Menorah lighting, singing and dancing performances by the Or Avner Jewish Day School and Preschool, and a Yiddish concert by volunteers of our Chesed organization. Following the presentations, the children enjoyed fun Chanukah arts & crafts, cotton candy, and popcorn.
During the event, thirteen nominees were presented with the “Person of the Year” award by the Jewish community. These awards were given to volunteers who help the elderly, work in the soup kitchen, and those who take an active role in guaranteeing the future of Judaism in Rostov.
Rabbi Chaim Danzinger spoke about the history and miracles of Chanukah, stressing the importance of increasing our involvement in Jewish life and traditions just as we increase the lights of the menorah each night of Chanukah.
