Light after Dark: First night of Chanukah observed with Menorah Parade


On the first night of Chanukah last night, Sunday, Dec. 14, Rabbi AJ Bulua and his wife, Chaya, hosted the Light After Dark Menorah Parade. The parade departed from Legacy Village in Lyndhurst and traveled through Beachwood, University Heights, and Cleveland Heights, before traveling back to Legacy Village for the Grand Menorah Lighting on the lawn.

The University Heights Fire Department raised the ladder on its truck for the Chanukah celebration. Spectators who braved the cold were treated to a procession of menorahs on cars, Ohio’s largest spinning dreidel, festive music, and dancing armored knights. University Heights mayor-elect Michele Weiss and city council member Sheri Sax made appearances.

Angelina Bair
Angelina Bair

About the Author: Angelina Bair

Architectural historian Angelina Bair holds a master’s degree in library & information science from Kent State University. She has 16 years of experience working in archives, museums, and libraries and specializes in local architectural, historical, and genealogical research. Bair is currently working on a graduate certificate in historic preservation at Cleveland State University Maxine Goodman Levin College of Urban Affairs.