Teens get into the Hanukkah spirit

R.I. youth invited to a fun celebration

Food, fun and festivities are on tap Dec. 14 for Jewish teens at #HanukkahBashRI.

The celebration for those in grades 8-12 is a project of all the youth groups in greater Rhode Island, including USY, BBYO, NCSY, NFTY, PROFTY, CRAFTY, Camp JORI, Maccabi and Midrasha.

“This year teens from many youth movements collectively decided to plan a Hanukkah celebration and invite all Jewish teens from around the state,” said Jana Brenman, director of Teen Engagement and Education at the Jewish Alliance of Greater Rhode Island. “Meeting together throughout the fall, this teen committee worked out every detail with the support of their youth group advisers and synagogues to create a party of their own.”

From 5-7 p.m., teens will get a chance to hang out with friends, grab a bite from the Chubby Chickpea food truck, take pictures in the photo booth and, perhaps, make some new friends. Activities take place at the Dwares JCC, 401 Elmgrove Ave., Providence.

Brenman says, “It will be a fun time for all with great music and cheer, fun games with prizes and latkes galore.”

Cost is $10, or RSVP by Dec. 10 and pay only $7. Information and RSVP to Jana Brenman at 401-421-4111, ext. 181 or jbrenman@jewishallianceri.org.