22 | DECEMBER 19 • 2024 J N C hanukah Wonderland is back and ready to dazzle. Opening to the public at select times from Dec. 25 through Jan. 1 (Wednesday to Wednesday), this magical event promises a spec- tacular mix of fun-filled crafts, excit- ing activities, mouthwatering holiday foods and endless Chanukah joy for all ages. This year’s Wonderland will take place in the heart of Hunter’s Square in Farmington Hills, in the space once home to Buy Buy Baby. On Wednesdays, Dec. 25, and Jan. 1, from noon to 4 p.m., the doors will swing open to a whirlwind of activities and hands-on workshops. Kids will get to see how olives are transformed into oil and even make their own delicious potato latkes and Chanukah doughnuts. There will also be a variety of holi- day crafts — and don’t miss the thrill of jumping in the world’s largest dreidel-shaped moonbounce. Plus, this year there’s an exciting new twist — Laser Tag for older kids, making this a must-see event. On Monday, Dec. 30, get ready for the Chanukah Parade and Celebration. At 4 p.m., all are invited to join a parade of light and love. The procession will wind its way through the Jewish Senior Life cam- pus and Henry Ford Hospital before concluding at the Wonderland loca- tion, where the fun continues with holiday food, a menorah lighting, festive music and a jaw-dropping performance by the world-famous Chicago Boyz Acrobats. Best of all — Monday’s festivities are free to attend. And that’s not all! Young adults (ages 21-39) are invited to a fun- filled “Paint and Pasta” Chanukah party on Saturday night, Dec. 28. Plus, a Family Challah Bake on Friday, Dec. 27, at 10 a.m. will be the perfect way to celebrate both Shabbat and Chanukah. For more details on everything happening at Chanukah Wonderland, visit ChanukahWonderlandMI.com. Admission to Chanukah Wonderland is just $10 per child. Don’t forget — Monday’s parade and celebration are free! Tickets can be purchased at ChanukahWonderlandMI.com. Chanukah Wonderland is proudly presented by the Sara Tugman Bais Chabad Torah Center, with the gen- erous support of Hunter’s Square Development LLC, as well as numer- ous sponsors and donors. For more information, visit www. ChanukahWonderlandMI.com or email rabbishneur@baischabad.com or call (248) 855-6170. OUR COMMUNITY Have fun in a dreidel-shaped moonbounce. Kids learn how olives are transformed into oil. The Chanukah Parade and Celebration on Monday, Dec. 30, is free for everyone. Join in on a weeklong celebration Join in on a weeklong celebration at Chanukah Wonderland. at Chanukah Wonderland. JN STAFF