During the darkest time of the year, as we celebrate Chanukah, we are reminded that we have the power to bring a magical light to one another. We hope you will join us as this Chanukah as we gather together in community and joy.

Chanukah Magic:

An All-Ages Chanukah Celebration

Sunday, December 14 | 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

In-person (Magic and Community Sing-Along Available Online)

✨ Experience the Magic of Chanukkah! ✨

Join our community for a dazzling afternoon of Chanukkah Magic—featuring wonder-filled entertainment, delicious treats, and festive activities for all ages! Help us spread the light by bringing food to those in need. 🕎 Celebrate. Give. Shine.

Activities Include:

• Roving Magicians
• Maccabee Lounge (Adults Only)
• Families with Young Children Play Space
• Sizzlin’ latkes
• Tzedakah Opportunity
• Crafts & Games
• Plus More!

Sisterhood Holiday Marketplace

Sunday, December 7 | 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

In-person

Join us for the Sisterhood Holiday Marketplace at Temple Isaiah! Shop for unique handmade gifts from local artists, stock up on Chanukah items from the Sisterhood Judaica Shop, and enjoy delicious food while connecting with friends and neighbors. Celebrate the season of light with community and giving.

Chinese Food Shabbat Dinner &

Chanukah Shabbat Services

Friday, December 19 | 6:00 pm Dinner, 7:00 pm Services

In-person & Online

What could be better than food, friends, and Chanukah! Join our Temple Isaiah community for a Shabbat dinner featuring Chinese Food followed by a special Shabbat evening service and community Chanukah menorah lighting. The fabulous Temple Isaiah Choir will provide special music during the service.

The evening's prayers, blessings, and words of Torah will reflect the theme of light and the significance of what light provides us—from seeing one another, to hope, strength, and more.

YUD Chanukah Party

Sunday, December 7 | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Private Home in Arlington

Please join us for a latke fun! Catch up with friends -- and make new ones -- as we gather over latkes and other goodies! New to the Yud? We extend an extra special welcome to you! Know someone who is new to the temple? Bring them along! Address will be emailed to participants a week prior.

The Yud is a circle of the Temple Isaiah Sisterhood. Our programming is geared towards the interests of a younger generation of Sisterhood and provides members a connection to the greater Temple Isaiah community and Judaism.

Email yudtempleisaiah@gmail.com with questions!

LEFTY's 3rd Annual 9th (x2) Night of Chanukah

Friday, January 2 | 7:00 pm services, 8:00 pm oneg

In-person

Didn’t get enough Chanukah in December? Well, you’re in luck! LEFTY will be celebrating its 3rd Annual 9th night of Chanukah, eighteen days after the festival begins. Join us for services at 7:00 and then enjoy Chanukah themed activities, snacks, and great company. Let’s start 2026 with warmth and light!

Lexington Celebrates Chanukah

Thursday, December 18 | 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

In-person, Emery Park, Lexington

Join Temple Isaiah clergy and congregants, plus our siblings from other Lexington area synagogues and Lexington residents, for a Lexington-wide collaboration with a fun Chanukah gathering and candle lighting ceremony.