with Speaker Rabbi Daniel Levine - speaking on Mordechai Kaplan

Adding to the celebration, Rebeca Dang will help lead the service as she prepares to be called to the Torah as a Bat Mitzvah. The Dang Family will sponsor our Oneg Shabbat in honor of Rebecca's becoming a Bat Mitzvah.

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Celebrate the Festival of Lights with joy, music, and community! Join us for a festive Hanukkah dinner. Come together to light candles, sing, enjoy treats, and engage in activities for all ages. Whether you're a longtime member or new to our community, all are welcome to share in the warmth and light of the season.

Join us for a deliciously joyful evening at University Synagogue!

We’ll kick things off with our Iron Chef Latke Experience — a friendly, fast-paced latke showdown where your creativity, flair, and frying skills get to shine. Taste your way through a spread of inventive latkes, cheer on the cooks, and enjoy the warmth and laughter of community as we savor the flavors of the season. 

Programming is designed for those 10 and older, with separate Hanukkah-themed activities for children ages 2–10. Give yourselves a Hanukkah gift and make it a parents’ night out at University Synagogue.