The first night of Hanukkah was celebrated across the Island Sunday with menorah lightings at the Martha's Vineyard Hebrew Center in Vineyard Haven and by Chabad On The Vineyard in Edgartown.

Islanders gather at the MV Hebrew Center to celebrate the first night of Hanukkah. – Ray Ewing
Music and prayer filled the hall on Sunday. – Ray Ewing
The first candles are lit. – Ray Ewing
Rabbi Caryn Broitman leads the song. – Ray Ewing
Friends and families spread holiday cheer. – Ray Ewing
Honoring the miracle of light. – Ray Ewing
Guests at the Hebrew Center brought their family menorahs from home. – Ray Ewing
Hebrew school students put on a Hanukkah play. – Ray Ewing
Chabad on The Vineyard held their menorah lighting in Edgartown. – Jonathan Fleischmann
Donuts and other sweet treats were on offer. – Jonathan Fleischmann
Latkes are always a must. – Jonathan Fleischmann
Lighting the first candle in the snow. – Jonathan Fleischmann
The festival of lights begins. – Jonathan Fleischmann
Music filled the night. – Jonathan Fleischmann
The celebration gets going on Main street in Edgartown. – Sara Piazza
Hanukkah is a hit with the kids. – Sara Piazza
Rabbi Tzvi is a founder of Chabad on The Vineyard. – Sara Piazza
This year’s celebration included a dance performance as well. – Sara Piazza

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