Returning to Mosaic District in Fairfax, the Jewish Community Center of Northern Virginia and community partners present Light Up the Night! Community Menorah Lighting at Mosaic on Sunday, Dec. 13, 4–5 p.m.
Location: Mosaic District, 2901 District Avenue, Fairfax.
It’s Chanukah and the Jewish Community Center presents the celebration to the community, inviting area residents to enjoy the holiday spirit together by lighting the menorah candles, singing songs, enjoying live entertainment, eating sufganiyot (donuts), and spinning the dreidel (top)! Free admission and free parking. www.jccnv.org.
Also being held on Sunday, Dec. 13, just prior to the menorah lighting, the J will have an afternoon of Israeli Folk Dancing with Yesodot and Kesem dance troupes beginning at 2 p.m. The costumes, music, choreography, and pre- and post-performance dialogues help audiences understand more about the land of Israel and the diverse backgrounds of the Jewish people. Free admission.