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How to Celebrate Hanukkah

This year, the Jewish festival of lights starts on the evening of Dec. 18. Here's what to do over the eight-day holiday, from kids' crafts to a weirdly good new Hallmark movie (yes, it is a Nora Ephron knock-off). Plus, the history of potato latkes, the explosion of Hanukkah merch, some charitable organizations to donate to, and why all the best Christmas songs are written and/or performed by Jewish people.

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How to Celebrate Hanukkah

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    The Story of Hanukkah

    When and how the Jewish holiday is celebrated this year.

    When is Hanukkah in 2023? A look at the history and why the holiday is celebrated.

    When is Hanukkah in 2023? A look at the history and why the holiday is celebrated.

    Corrections & clarifications: An earlier version of this story misstated the day of week in which Hanukkah starts in 2023. Hanukkah – the Jewish festival of lights – arrives late each year, marking a time for both celebration and reflection. Rich with history and laced with just a bit of latke …

    What to Eat

    Ideas for what to eat this Hanukkah, plus the real history of potato latkes.

    What to Do

    Whether you're going full force on the family craft or just Googling, here are some ideas for how to spend your time. Plus, why one writer is over the "glimmering consumerism" of Hanukkah.

    What to Buy

    What to Watch and Hear

    Watch "Rugrats" or Hallmark's Hanukkah movie so far, and discover which Christmas songs were written by Jewish people.

    When Hanukkah is Hard

    How to cope with holiday festivities when you're grieving,

    Giving Back

    Charitable work and donations are a part of Jewish holidays. Here are some ideas on how you can make a difference.

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