Chabad Collingwood is excited to kick off Chanukah with the Grand Menorah Lighting in Blue Mountain Village on December 14 at 5:00 PM. Now in its third year, this beautiful celebration has already become a cherished South Georgian Bay tradition.
Chanukah this year runs from the evening of December 14 through December 21. From its very first year, the Blue Mountain lighting drew hundreds of participants, and the event has continued to grow in energy, visibility, and community spirit.
This year’s celebration will once again feature fresh donuts, sizzling latkes, personal Chanukah kits, joyous music, dancing, and the ceremonial lighting of the large menorah at the Subaru Stage. Residents and visitors are invited to join in this warm and uplifting public celebration.
The Miracle of Chanukah
Chanukah commemorates the Jewish triumph over the Syrian-Greek Empire more than 2,000 years ago, and the miracle that followed: a single jug of pure oil that should have lasted one day instead burned for eight days. Ever since, Jewish families have marked the holiday by lighting the menorah at home—adding one new light each night, symbolizing the idea of always growing and increasing light in the world.
A Global Tradition With Local Impact
Fifty years ago, the Lubavitcher Rebbe—Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson, of blessed memory—launched the now-global effort of public menorah lightings to share Chanukah’s universal message with the broader world.
Chabad, the worldwide Jewish outreach network inspired by his leadership, has since brought public menorahs to iconic places across the globe—from the Eiffel Tower to the Statue of Liberty, from the Sydney Opera House to Queen’s Park in Toronto—spreading light, pride, and unity each Chanukah.
Two years ago, Chabad Collingwood introduced the region’s first public menorah lighting in Blue Mountain Village. In keeping with Chanukah’s theme of continuously increasing light, Chabad has expanded its presence and activities in the region as well. Earlier this year, Chabad Collingwood established a full-time center serving the Jewish community and offering learning, engagement, and connection to anyone in the wider community wishing to participate in good faith.
A Warm Community Invitation
Chabad Collingwood invites all residents and visitors, regardless of background, to join the Grand Menorah Lighting on Sunday, December 14 at 5:00 PM at the Subaru Stage in Blue Mountain Village. Celebrate the beginning of Chanukah and join in recognizing the tremendous growth and light our community has experienced since the first lighting.
Rabbi Berel Shur – Chabad Collingwood
New! Menorah Lighting in Meaford
Chabad Collingwood is also pleased to announce a new menorah lighting at the Meaford Public Library on the last night of Chanukah, Sunday, December 21 at 5:00 PM. Everyone is welcome to attend and enjoy the beautiful new menorah display.
For more information or to learn more about Chabad’s activities throughout the region, please visit JewishCollingwood.com.
