Milwaukee, WI
Milwaukee joins Hanukkah ‘Shine a Light’ initiative, fights antisemitism
MILWAUKEE – On Sunday, Dec. 18, the primary night time of Hanukkah, Bayshore hosted the free “Chanukah Competition and Gelt Drop,” together with a large Menorah lighting. The occasion celebrates the primary night time of Hanukkah.
The president of the Milwaukee Jewish Federation mentioned this 12 months, it is particularly vital to be seen.
Milwaukee is a part of a nationwide “Shine a Gentle” initiative. The purpose is to make use of the eight nights of Hanukkah to deliver consideration to antisemitism.
“It’s actually to deliver consideration and schooling to the unprecedented will increase of antisemitism which were occurring,” mentioned Joan Lubar, Milwaukee Jewish Federation Board chair. “Since 2015, antisemitism has risen by 459%. These are simply alarming ranges.”
Milwaukee’s Hoan Bridge can be collaborating within the “Shine a Gentle” marketing campaign.