ALL THINGS HANUKKAH!

Light up each night with

Kol Ami

A Center for Jewish Life

12/25/24 - 1/1/25

Nightly Community Candle Lighting on Zoom at 5pm

Join Rabbi Kinberg and the Kol Ami Board of Directors as we welcome each night of Hanukkah together from our own homes! We will light the candles, sing Hanukkah songs, and share stories, recipes, and traditions. Each candle lighting will be around 20 minutes. Reach out to Rabbi Kinberg if you want to share something with the community!

Hanukkah Fundraiser: 8k

At this season of giving, please consider Kol Ami as one of your potential recipients. We are a small non-profit with an annual budget of less than 400k. We employ no full-time staff and rely on the generous contributions of our members and community members to sustain our work in building the Jewish community in Kirkland and on the Eastside.

Our goal this year is 1k for every night of Hanukkah. These donations are tax-deductible and go solely to the salaries, rent, and programs serving the Jewish community. Your tzedakah, righteous giving, is what powers our Jewish community.

Donate here

~Hanukkah Extravaganza~

Come see Kirkland's most extensive collection of Hanukkah inflatables. The hottest Hanukkah party on the east side, so says Rabbi Kinberg.

5pm Family Hanukkah Glow in the Dark

Dance and Play Party, Hot Chocolate Bar and Donuts: free and open to all.

6:15pm Hanukkah Feast

Bring a favorite veggie or fish side for Latkes Potluck plus Latke Bar provided. Beverages and Donuts also provided.

Purchase your tickets for the Latke dinner here!

NOTE - You MUST purchase tickets in advance for the Latke Bar.

7:15pm Grand Menorah Lighting

Bring your Menorah and candles. We will light up the night!

7:30pm Hanukkah Candle Light Service

Bring in the Light. Adult Hot Chocolate Bar and Donuts.

Hanukkah Volunteers

We would love to have your help! Please click here to view all of the ways you could help us at by volunteering on the day of our Hanukkah Extravaganza. Sign up for a slot or two, by reserving a free ticket. Of course you do not need a ticket, just show up at the time you signed up for. Thanks!

~Hanukkah Mitzvah Project~

Together, we make a difference. This year, Kol Ami is supporting Lake Washington United Methodist Church’s SAFE PARKING PROGRAM to support unhoused women and families by making the experience of living in one's car safer and better resourced. In the dark and cold of winter, we can make a difference in the lives of women and families struggling to stay warm, fed, and alive.

Safe Parking is a program for women and families living in their cars. We recognize that people who are homeless and have a vehicle face challenges in where to park their car without fear of tickets or harassment.
We also recognize that homelessness can be isolating and the benefits of community and relationships can be life-transforming.

What we can do:

Organize making a dinner with other Kol Ami families. Sign up here to make a dinner for the participants of the Safe Parking program.

You can also bring donations to our Kol Ami donation box during services, youth programs or at our Hanukkah Extravaganza. Box will be out starting the weekend of December 6.

Amazon Wish List: click here to view wishlist

List of needed items:

Non-perishable food items suitable for car camping. Here is some guidance.
Cold weather items
Sleeping bags & blankets
Coats
Gloves, Hats, & Scarves
Hand warmers
Gift Cards (Our most requested gift cards are for gas, laundry, and hair cuts, but please give to Rabbi Kinberg for safe delivery.)
Toiletries, such as shampoo, soap, toothpaste, toothbrushes & floss, tampons, pads, & adult diapers (all sizes)
Disposable razors
Baby wipes
Flashlights
Batteries (all sizes, especially AAA & AA)

Items that are not accepted:

Clothing
Electronics
Baby items
Toys, books, & games