Olympia Jewish Center to host Hanukkah parade and menorah lighting Sunday
.jpeg "A crowd gathers to celebrate Hanukkah at the Jewish Community of Olympia’s Giant Menorah Lighting in 2018.")
The Chabad Jewish Center of Olympia is organizing a 40-vehicle menorah parade along with other events to start the post-Thanksgiving holiday season and bring in the eight-day festival of lights.
The car parade will leave the Chabad center at 1770 Barnes Blvd SW, Tumwater, at 3:45 p.m. Sunday and will wind through west Olympia and downtown, ending at Swantown Marina for a drive-in menorah lighting celebration at 4:30 p.m.
Lt. Gov. Denny Heck will lead the menorah lighting and will be joined by several other elected officials. There also will be music and food, as well as a game show.
“After the difficulties we have all experienced, the importance of community has never been more clear,” said Chabad co-director Rabbi Yosef Schtroks in a news release announcing the events. “We’re thrilled to be able to safely host this family-friendly event, and it’s an incredible feeling to be part of such a visible celebration of Hanukkah.”
Chabad is organizing several giant menorah displays and public Hanukkah events throughout the state. More information can be found on Chabad’s website.
This story was originally published November 26, 2021 at 11:22 AM.
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