Create Magical Memories: A Guide to Hanukkah and December Celebrations for Families

A family and friends getting together for Hanukkah. Two of the parents wear ugly holiday sweaters. The children smile and laugh. A menorah is lit.

December 25th, 2024: it's a date! And this year, that means both Christmas and the first night of Hanukkah occur on the same day. If you're part of a family that happens to celebrate more than one holiday this time of year, this is a resource roundup just for you. Explore parent-to-parent essays, advice, book and podcast selections, and more. Just use the buttons below to jump around.

Blog Posts

We know that many of our PJ Library subscribers come from multifaith families or belong to diverse communities and neighborhoods. To support families who may be attending all manner of holiday celebrations this December, here are essays, pieces of advice, and general bits of encouragement to those sharing the light of more than just the Hanukkah candles this year. 

Stories

Hanukkah in Little Havana book cover
Hanukkah Upside Down book cover
Ninth Night of Hanukkah book cover

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Hanukkah Discussion Time: What’s Your Miracle?
Hanukkah Stories for Interfaith Families
How to Host a Hanukkah Watch Party
Using the Hanukkah Story to Instill Jewish Pride and Talk About Antisemitism
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