A daily surprise in the university library

Hanukkah is celebrated this year from December 7 to 15 – for exactly eight days. It is a festival of lights and a commemoration of the dedication of the (second) temple in 164 BC. At nightfall, a light is lit, traditional songs are sung in Jewish families and old stories are told. Friedensau University Library will light a candle on the eight-branched candelabra every day during these eight days – and from Monday onwards will delight all children present with their parents or other interested parties with a little surprise: children aged 4 to 12 (and adults too) will experience either a book reading, a small craft program, some samples of typical snacks or an introduction to Israeli round dances in the library from Monday, 11 December to Thursday, 14 December at 4 pm. As there will be no childcare in the usual sense, parents are asked to accompany their children if this is necessary due to their age. On Thursday, December 14, 4 p.m., the last candle will be lit on the Hanukkah candelabra and the last event will take place, which is primarily intended for adults: a movie will be shown to mark the occasion. Children can also take part in the movie screening. Admission to all surprise events is free.