Shining Lights Hanukkah Party with MameLoshn

Shining Lights Hanukkah Party with MameLoshn

  • A fun celebration, Sunday, December 5, the 2nd Candle.
  • With lots of fun activities—for everyone (toddlers, kids, teens, and adults/seniors).
  • Doors open at 4:45pm, but there are other happenings beginning at various times during the evening.
  • Featuring the local Yiddish Singing Group MameLoshn.
    • Beginning with a sing-along for all ages, and
    • Concluding with a dessert & concert for adults. (With goodies, adult beverages, and conversation!)

We will…

  • Click here to see the full-size Shining Lights flyer!

    Sing Hanukkah songs with MameLoshn.

  • Enjoy a latke dinner—sufganiyot (jelly donuts) dinner, salad, cider, and, of course, latkes!
  • Enjoy Hanukkah gelt, play dreidel, and make Freylach (have fun!).
  • Everyone will receive a gift!

And there is much more! The flyer has much more information; click on the thumbnail image to see it full size.

Freylach–Fun–for all!

Registration is required:
Register!

Can You Help?

The Chesed Volunteer Network is looking for volunteers interested in planning and in helping with this party. If you can help, please fill out the Chesed Volunteer form or send an email or call the office (708-366-9000) to volunteer. Thank you!

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Date

Dec 05 2026

Time

4:45 PM - 9:00 PM

Location

Temple Har Zion in person only
1040 N. Harlem Ave., River Forest, IL 60305
Phone
708-366-9000

Hourly Schedule

Event Timeline!

04:45 PM
Doors open
05:00 PM
Welcome
Candle lighting and a short Sing-A-Long
05:30 PM
Hanukkah gift swap game
05:00 PM - 07:30 PM
Enjoy...
Food, activities, games, and fun with friends!
06:30 PM - 07:30 PM
Teen Dance Party
On the terrace, weather permitting!
07:30 PM - 09:00 PM
MameLoshn Concert
With dessert and adult beverages