Chanukah 2026: Women's Rosh Chodesh

Rabbi Jacqueline Ninio and Rabbi Yael Karrie invite the women of our community to a magical celebration of women's heroism and strength. It is traditional among North African Jewish communities to celebrate the heroic women of the Chanukah story and to give and receive blessings together in sisterhood on Rosh Hodesh Tevet, the Rosh Hodesh during Chanukah. This year, we will celebrate together on Sunday 13th December, the third of Tevet, with poetry, song, stories and blessings. Bring your sisters, daughters, mothers, friends, aunts and nieces, and be together with community in this very powerful time in the calendar for women. Please bring with you a photo of a woman who is important to you, and we will share the stories of their lives together. PAY WHAT YOU CAN We want everyone to feel welcome at our events, whatever their circumstances. That’s why tickets for this evening are offered on a pay-what-you-can basis, so cost is never a barrier to participating in our programs. SECURITY Heightened security measures will be in place, and you may be asked to present photo ID at the gate. We thank you for your patience and understanding as our dedicated guards work to keep our community safe. To stay informed about future events and other cultural programs at Emanuel, follow us on Instagram and Facebook and subscribe to our newsletter. We delight in celebrating our rich and diverse culture with you.