City of Everett lights menorah in celebration of Hanukkah

Everett community gathered to light the menorah in front of City Hall on the first night of the festival of lights

On the first night of Hanukkah, Thursday, Dec. 7, community members and elected officials gathered alongside Mayor Carlo DeMaria and Rabbi Sruli Baron from the Tobin Bridge Chabad to light the Everett menorah in front of City Hall. The event celebrated the beginning of Hanukkah, the Jewish eight-day “festival of lights,” which is celebrated with a nightly menorah lighting and special prayers. The menorah holds nine candles where one stands higher than the rest and is used to light the others. Rabbi Baron welcomed attendees and shared a story about the meaning of Hanukkah and how the holiday can bring communities together.

Mayor DeMaria also spoke about the significance of Hanukkah and what the menorah can represent to residents in his remarks, especially with the ongoing conflict between Israel and Palestine. “With all that is going on in Israel and across the world, the message of Hanukkah has greater meaning this year,” said Mayor DeMaria. “We live in a nation founded by those seeking religious freedom. We must always remember that and support and respect all individuals in our community and our society so they may feel safe practicing their beliefs.”

After the menorah was lit, all who attended were invited to enjoy music, latkes, doughnuts and more in the lobby of City Hall.

If you would like to know about all of the upcoming events the City of Everett has planned, please visit cityofeverett.com/calendar/category/events/list. You can also follow the official social media pages on Facebook, Instagram and X (the platform formerly known as Twitter). Facebook: /cityofeverettma and /mayorcarlodemaria. Instagram: @cityofeverettma and @mayorcarlodemaria. X: @City_EverettMA and @Mayor_DeMaria. All are welcome to attend the many exciting events that are planned.

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