The annual lighting of the menorah to celebrate the start of Hanukkah took place Sunday evening at the Town Common. The event consisted of singing, praying and the lighting of the ornamental menorah.
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The menorah stands near the gazebo. PHOTO/JOHN CARDILLO
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The Cooper family — (clockwise from left) Wendy, Michael, Jack and Kelsey — are the keepers of the menorah and organizers of the event. PHOTO/JOHN CARDILLO
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Attendees sing a traditional Hanukkah song from the gazebo. PHOTO/JOHN CARDILLO
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Children stand around the menorah. PHOTO/JOHN CARDILLO
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