From
The Argonaut Newspaper, December 14, 2006
Rabbi Yossi Naparstek of The
Marina Shul Will Host a Menorah Lighting Ceremony in Burton
Chase Park on Sunday, December 17th.
MARINA LIGHTING — The Marina Shul will host
its "Grand Menorah Lighting" from 2 to 4:30 p.m.
Sunday, December 17th, in Burton Chace Park, 13650 Mindanao Way,
Marina del Rey. Participation is free.
In addition to the lighting of a large gold-colored menorah,
there will be a kosher barbecue lunch for purchase, a children's
program, Jewish holiday foods and remarks by Rabbi Yossi
Naparstek.
"Chanukah celebrates the triumph of light over darkness, of
purity over adulteration, of spirituality over
materiality," explains Naparstek.
Naparstek, who will give a blessing and talk about the meaning
of the holiday at the menorah lighting, says the purpose of
having a celebration in Burton Chace Park is to "teach and
expose the miracle to the public."
The rabbi hopes the celebration of Chanukah will cause people to
reflect on ways they can "make the world a better place, be
kind and appreciate one another," he says.
All faiths are welcome at the celebration, including
non-believers, the rabbi says.
Information, (310) 305-3200.
