Sacramento Holding Menorah Lighting At DOCO On The First Night Of Hanukkah
SACRAMENTO (CBS13) - To mark the first night of Hanukkah, on Sunday, December 22, Sacramento will light the city menorah on the West Plaza of Downtown Commons near the Golden 1 Center.
Rabbi Mendy Cohen will light the menorah, along with Sacramento Mayor Darrell Steinberg. After the ceremonial lighting at 5:30 p.m., people can attend a free party, including live music, a balloon artist, and face painting. Kosher refreshments will also be served.
Guests are asked to bring a gift to donate to Shriner's Hospital for Children.
Hanukkah, or the festival of lights, lasts eight days. Each night an additional candle is lit using the shamash, or attendant candle.
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