UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — Chabad of Penn State will mark the beginning of Chanukah with a Car Menorah Parade, to be held from 5 to 6 p.m. on Nov. 30.
The parade route will travel via the main thoroughfares of downtown State College, including Beaver and College Avenue, in a unique Hanukkah celebration promoting holiday awareness and bringing a message of light and hope to State College. At the end of the parade, participants can leave their cars to join a Menorah Lighting on the Old Main lawn, which will feature musical entertainment, and pre-wrapped Chanukah treats and prizes for children.
Participants can register to have a menorah on their car and be a part of the parade at www.chabadstatecollege.com/chanukah.
“While typically, we’re able to invite State College’s community to an indoor Hanukah celebration, this year we still see the need to provide an event that will be safe for everyone to attend,” said Rabbi Nosson Meretsky, director of Chabad of Penn State. “The Car Menorah Parade is a perfect way for State College’s Jewish community to show our Jewish pride and celebrate Hanukkah during this unique time."
Chabad offers Jewish education, outreach and social service programming for families and individuals of all ages, backgrounds and affiliations. For more information, contact Rabbi Nosson Meretsky, at 814-863-4929 or rabbi@psu.edu, or visit www.chabadstatecollege.com.