Creating a ‘Living Menorah’ and finding Joy in dark times.

In the wake of the Bondi Beach massacre—a day when the chilling call to ‘Globalize Intifada’ was tragically realized—there was no room for joy. We were burdened by a profound sense of heaviness and sickness. But amidst the sorrow, we conceived a plan: to create a magnificent menorah, a light to summon Jewish joy and pride back into a world overshadowed by darkness. Upon its completion, we found that joy had returned, tempered by the enduring memory of our sadness. It was a true honor to combine my passion for Judaica and horticulture, resulting in a breathtaking ‘living menorah’ for the inaugural night of Hanukkah festivities and community celebration last night with Chabad of Cole Valley.

Team members:  Irina Doliner-Kelly, Chaya Potash and Rabbi Nosson Potash

May we all find light in the dark.
Much Love,