The Bronx Jewish Center commemorated the joyful holiday of Chanukah’s first night with the community. The Chanukah Chocolate Factory themed festival on Sunday, December 2 featured a menorah lighting, chocolate fountain bar, full buffet dinner, donut decorating, sizzling latkes, face painting and arts and crafts.
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Chloe and her mother Miriam Bendayan embraced the holiday spirit.
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Guests satisfied their sweet tooth with Sufganiyah jelly donuts as part of the celebration.
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Steven Glosser, Pelham Parkway Neighborhood Association vice president, showed his holiday spirit.
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Rabbi Saadia Pewzner lit the menorah candle.
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