What Is Hanukkah And How It’s Celebrated Around The World

What Is Hanukkah And How It’s Celebrated Around The World

In Hebrew, Hanukkah means “dedication,” and the holiday marks the rededication of the Temple in Jerusalem in the 2nd century BC. This year, Hanukkah will be celebrated from December 7 through December 15. (Image: learnenglishteens.britishcouncil.org) What Is Hanukkah: Hanukkah, also spelled Chanukah or other transliterations from Hebrew, is Judaism’s “festival of lights.” On eight consecutive nightfalls, … Read more

Julie Benko Unveils New Song From Christmas EP

Julie Benko Unveils New Song From Christmas EP

As her year of artistic triumphs winds to a close, Broadway’s Julie Benko is embracing both the contemplative and celebratory spirit of the holiday season. The New York actor and singer is currently delivering chilling performances eight times a week in the musical “Harmony,” which opened Nov. 13 at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre. And on … Read more