Chabad Jewish Center to Hold Chanukah Celebrations

The Chabad Jewish Center and its volunteers are hosting two Chanukah events. They are geared towards locals in Norton, Mansfield, Foxborough, Easton, Taunton, Plainville and the Attleboros.

The first is the annual lighting of the giant Menorah of Freedom on the Norton town green. Join students, families, local politicians, singles, seniors and children Wednesday, Dec. 12 at 7 p.m. at the corner of Mansfield Avenue and W. Main Street, in Norton to light the giant menorah and celebrate religious freedom.

There will be latkes, hot cocoa, music and dancing throughout the 20 minute program.

RSVP to info@Jewishmansfield.com or 508-339-8767.

The next program is the grand Chanukah celebration at Emerald Square Mall Thursday, Dec. 13, 6:30 p.m.

The Emerald Square Mall once again joins the Chabad Jewish Center in inviting the entire community to celebrate the Festival of Lights at a public Menorah kindling ceremony. The grand Chanukah celebration will take place on the second floor of the Emerald Square Mall, 999 S. Washington St., North Attleboro.

Following the kindling of a large menorah, the program will feature crafts for the children, a free Chanukah raffle, lively music, donuts and more. The Menorah will be at the mall throughout the entire Chanukah.

Chanukah, a celebration for all time is highlighted by the kindling of the Menorah each night of the holiday.

"In ancient times our ancestors rededicated the Temple in Jerusalem with the Menorah. Today, we rededicate ourselves to making this world a better and brighter place," said Rabbi Yossi Kivman, director of the Chabad Jewish Center.

For more information, call the Chabad Jewish Center at 508-339-8767 or visit www.JewishMansfield.com/Chanukah2012.