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  • Hanukkah and Christmas

    Some families celebrate both Hanukkah and Christmas. Photo: somethingmarissa/Flickr Hanukkah and Christmas are both religious holidays celebrated in December. The Jewish observance of Hanukkah begins at sundown on Friday, December 11. The ...

  • Hanukkah Dates

    Hanukkah is also known as the Festival of Lights. Photo: The Suss-Man (Mike)/Flickr Hanukkah dates for 2009 are Friday, December 11 at sundown to Saturday, December 19. Hanukkah is a Jewish holiday that commemorates the the re-dedication of ...

  • LED Menorahs for a Geeky Hanukkah

    Deluxe LED Menorah Kit, Photo: EvilMadScience.com Sure, the holiday season is all about time-honored traditions, but there's always a little room to add a little of your own geeky flavor. Right? Well, if you're a nerd at heart and you're ...

  • When is Hanukkah?

    The Hanukkah Menorah. Photo: scazon, Flickr When is Hanukkah? Hanukkah (or Chanukah) is a Jewish holiday celebrated for eight days beginning at sundown on the 25th day of the Jewish month Kislev. In 2009, Hanukkah begins at sundown on Friday, ...