NEWS: Helena community packs site of state's first synagogue to celebrate Hanukkah

Sunday evening marked the beginning of Hanukkah. This year in Helena, the celebration of the Festival of Lights is extra special for Jewish families and the community at large. After 87 years those of the Jewish faith in Helena now have a place where they can celebrate their religion in Helena, and share their faith with their community.

Well over 100 people of all faiths packed the historic Temple Emanu-El building to celebrate the occasion with the Montana Jewish Project. Prior to the lighting of the menorah, people enjoyed food, playing games of dreidel and an abundance of smiles and laughter.

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