Jewish Calendar

The Jewish Festival of Lights falls in winter near Christmas, but is it always the same month?

In 2021, Hanukkah falls out unusually early, beginning right after Thanksgiving.

The answer depends on where you live.

It's probably a bigger deal than you think.

Separateness is not the same as narrowness.

Impress your friends and family with these little-known facts about the Jewish New Year.

In 2016, Hanukkah doesn't start 'til the night of Dec. 24. Here's why.

In 2016, Yom Kippur doesn't start until mid-October. Here's why.

In some years, Rosh Hashanah doesn't start until October. Here's why.