Saturday's car parade will not only carry the menorah, but various community members will participate, as well. In the past, people have sat on their front steps and porches to watch the parade go by. Educating parade-watchers about Jewish history, including, of course, the story of Hanukkah, will be important.

University Ave. and SE First St.). Many dignitaries will be on hand to join in the celebration of Chanukah and deliver holiday greetings. City and County Commissioners have confirmed their participation at the event.

During the 39th Grand Hanukkah Celebration, Flint’s Jewish community and supporters gathered at Shea Automotive to celebrate the lighting of a 22-foot menorah hosted by Chabad of Eastern Michigan. Despite the cold and setting sun,