Jewish community gathers at State Capitol to celebrate start of Hanukkah
At a celebration in the Macalaster-Groveland neighborhood, people gathered around a 6-foot-tall menorah as Mayor-elect Kaohly Her climbed a step ladder to light the candle.
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At a celebration in the Macalaster-Groveland neighborhood, people gathered around a 6-foot-tall menorah as Mayor-elect Kaohly Her climbed a step ladder to light the candle.
At several gatherings across the Twin Cities, members of the Jewish community met to mark the first night of Hanukkah.
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Those looking for a more laid-back first day of Hanukkah got the chance to check out the Chronic'kah event Sunday in Minneapolis.
Sunday marks the first night of Hanukkah, and community members, religious leaders and state officials gathered at the Minnesota State Capitol for the Menorah lighting ceremony.
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