The Jewish Family Service of the Social Center at the Lithuanian Jewish Community held a Hanukkah celebration December 10 for children and parents which included a creative workshop. An experienced developmental psychologist who several years ago led Purim programs for children served as guide at the event. First the children watched a short film about Hanukkah and associated traditions, then in the art workshop portion of the program the children and their parents used colored sand to create a decorative menorah. The children enthusiastically used many different colors to represent the flames. They framed their pictures and then continued to work on them using different decorations. After the work was done, there was a treasure hunt for Hanukkah gelt, gift-giving, dreidl play and snacks of fresh doughnuts.

Approximately thirty children and parents participated. They reported having a lot of fun and said they would remember the event for a long time to come.

More snapshots from the event here.