GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — The first night of Chanukah was celebrated at Calder Plaza with the annual Menorah Lighting in downtown Grand Rapids.
Chabad of West Michigan presented Fire & Ice Grand Menorah Lighting at 5 p.m. at Calder Plaza located at 351 Ottawa NW, Grand Rapids.
You can watch the event below:
An Ice Menorah and fire demonstration kicked off the event at 5 p.m.
The Menorah Lighting and Grand Gelt Drop followed at 5:30 p.m.
People of the Jewish faith celebrate Chanukah, an eight day “festival of lights” with a nightly menorah lighting, prayers and fried food. It celebrates the rededication of the Holy Temple.