Photography by Bill Motchan, courtesy of Chabad
Rabbi Chaim Landa of the Chabad Jewish Center of St. Charles County, who also serves as a chaplain for the O'Fallon Police Department, recites the blessings at the inaugural Chanukah @ the Police Station in O'Fallon, Missouri on December 2, 2021.
Hanukkah Storytime | December 17
Betty’s Books in Webster Groves hosts a special Hannukah Storytime. The day before the holiday begins, kids can enjoy holiday themed books, songs, crafts, and games. Coloring and free play happen at all Betty’s Books storytime sessions. 10:30–11:30 a.m. Betty’s Books, 10 Summit.
Chanukah Donut Making | December 17
Keep it sweet in the kitchen for this annual workshop. Make sufganiyot, a traditional Chanukah donut, under the expert supervision of Jason Bockman of Strange Donuts. Register online ahead of time. Noon–2 p.m. Central Reform Congregation, 5020 Waterman.
Chanukah @ Garden Glow | December 18
Enjoy food, vendors, and more in the new Jack C. Taylor Visitor Center. Ha Shemesh, Shir Ami, Shakshuka, and Alex Rich will perform. Noon–4 p.m. Missouri Botanical Garden, 4344 Shaw.
Chanukah on Main Street | December 18
St. Charles' historic Main Street hosts a family Chanukah celebration. On Sunday, visit Berthold Square for a giant menorah lighting, Chanukah music, a visit from Dreidel Man, gelt, and hot latkes. Free. 5–6:30 p.m. Berthold Square, 221 S. Main, St. Charles.
Delmar Loop Public Menorah Lighting | December 18
Chabad on Campus brings Chanukah to the Delmar Loop. Enjoy Chasidic dancing and live music by Adayin Lo; chocolate coins, dreidels, and menorah and candle kits; refreshments and more—and the public menorah lighting, too. 6:30 p.m. The Market in the Loop, 6655 Delmar.
Chanukah: First Night Festivities | December 18
First Night Festivities start chill and get rollicking. Light candles, and sing nigunim (religious songs that can tend toward meditative). Then, chit-chat over latkes before moving into the Chanukah Chootenanny part of the night. 7–8:45 p.m. Webster Groves Garden Café, 117 E. Lockwood.
Chanukah @ The Arch | December 19
Downtown St. Louis hosts a Chanukkah celebration, produced by ShowMeChabad. The event features ice skating, music, apple cider, latkes, and more. The Grand Menorah will also be set alight. Kiener Plaza, 6–7:30 p.m.
Chanukah @ the Police Station | December 21
During this event from Chabad Jewish Center of St. Charles County, visitors can meet the police officers (human and K9), enjoy donuts and other holiday treats, and light the menorah. 5–5:45 p.m. O’Fallon Justice Center, 1019 Bryan, O'Fallon, Missouri.
Find more options for celebrating Chanukah in St. Louis in ShowMeChabad's directory.
