Immediately following Shemini Atzeret, Simchat Torah (Rejoicing of the Torah) celebrates the start of a new year of scripture readings.Is Simchat Torah a Public Holiday?While Simchat Torah is not a public holiday in the United States, many Jewish-run organizations are closed […]

Known as the Festival of Lights, Hanukkah (or Chanukah) is an eight-night holiday that recalls an ancient miracle and celebrates religious freedom.Is Hanukkah a Public Holiday?While this is not a public holiday in the United States, some Jewish-run organizations might […]