Mayor Stimpson to light Mobile's public menorah

Dec 18th, 2017

Mayor Sandy Stimpson will light Mobile's public menorah on the final night of Hanukkah in Bienville Square on Tuesday, December 19 at 5:30 pm. Following the menorah lighting, spectators can enjoy dreidels and gelt from The "Dreidel Man". This free, family-friendly event will also feature hot latkes, doughnuts, music and more.

Who: Mayor Stimpson, Rabbi Goldwasser
What: Menorah Lighting
When: December 19, 5:30 pm
Where: Bienville Square
Why: "During Hanukkah, the menorah stands as symbol of light to dispel darkness. This seems fitting as this is a bright time in Mobile's history as we light the Mobile's menorah. Our community has a strong heritage of embracing people of different faiths, and this menorah embodies the spirit of One Mobile." - Mayor Stimpson