Chanukah is for everyone—and this year, it feels especially resonant. As we reflect on a year filled with liberation struggles, spiritual seeking, and challenges to justice and peace, Chanukah offers a unique opportunity for connection and reflection. This holiday, rooted in the story of a Jewish national liberation struggle, carries lessons that speak powerfully to our times. While the Maccabean revolt is remembered for its fight against oppression, it also reminds us of the dangers of chauvinist nationalism and internal division. As we celebrate, we aim to uplift the spirit of liberation while exploring nonviolent paths to freedom and drawing on the rich rabbinic tradition that reframed Chanukah as a holiday of spiritual renewal. How can we hold the complexities of this holiday and learn from its history today? Let’s explore together at our Hybrid Chanukah Celebration, happening both in person and on Zoom: Date: Saturday, December 28th Time: 6:00–9:00 PM PT | 9:00 PM–12:00 AM ET Location: In-person in Berkeley, CA, or online via Zoom