HANUKKAH

11 Illuminating Facts About Hanukkah

Every winter, Jewish people around the world spend eight nights lighting candles, eating latkes, and spinning dreidels. But what’s Hanukkah really all about?

You’ll see a lot of blue and white during Hanukkah.

Why Are Blue and White the Colors of Hanukkah?

In 1864, the Jewish poet Ludwig August Frankl named blue and white “the colors of Judah” in a poem not so surprisingly called “Judah’s Colours.”

A dreidel and pile of chocolate gelt are a common sight during Hanukkah celebrations.

The Surprising History of the Hanukkah Dreidel

It’s often said the dreidel was a way Jewish people communicated their faith during ancient times of oppression. But the Hanukkah game is actually a lot more recent.

Discover Emerging Musicians Daily With These Scratch-Off Christmas and Hanukkah Playlists

Discover new music daily with these scratch-off holiday playlists for Christmas and Hanukkah, available at Uncommon Goods.

16 Great Gifts for Teens

We’ve culled the internet to figure out what’s cool these days, and we found 16 items to suit any teen (and any price point).

10 Vintage Holiday Party Tips from Old Etiquette Manuals

Stumped for holiday party decorating ideas? Scrambling for a thrilling centerpiece that you can light on fire? Look no further than these 10 tips from old-timey etiquette manuals.

Alvin, Simon, and Theodore in Alvin and the Chipmunks (2007).

The 10 Most Annoying Holiday Songs Ever

Christmas is a time for joy, thankfulness, love … and, when it comes to Christmas carols, the occasional bout of cringe.

10 Holiday-Related Phobias and How to Avoid Them

Sometimes the holidays can make you relax and go "ahhh." Other times, "AHHHHHH."

25 Questions about Hanukkah, Answered!

Facts about Hanukkah, including how to celebrate in space and where you can find a competitive dreidel game.

16 Innovative Origins of Holiday Traditions

Did you know that artificial snow dates back to 1950?

"The O.G." (Napkin Friends, Photo: Hilary Gorenstein)

14 Delicious Latkes From Across the Country

They may not be the most traditional, but these creative latkes are more than worth your time this Hanukkah.

When It Comes to Gift-Giving, the Thought Doesn't Matter After All

Don't feel bad about selecting a gift that isn't surprising, novel, or unique.

7 Ways to Have a Frugal Holiday (Without Feeling Like a Scrooge)

Soak up every bit of the holiday celebration while sticking to your budget.

6 Hallmark Products Greeted With Controversy

Swastika-patterned gift wrap doesn't always go over well. Who knew?

10 Thoroughly Modern Menorahs

The beginning of Hanukkah is only a couple days from now -do you know where your chanukiyah, the nine-branch menorah, is? Using the Hanukkah menorah your grandparents used may be a family tradition, but do-it-yourself, arty, or high-tech menorahs have the