Jmore and School of Rock Celebrate at Chanukah House of Pikesville

Look on the Brightside: A visual feast for the senses, the Chanukah House of Pikesville is shown here in all of its glory. (Photo by Robyn Stevens Brody)

On a bone-chilling second night of the Festival of Lights, intrepid members of the community came out on Monday evening, Dec. 15, to the Chanukah House of Pikesville to usher a little light into the darkness.

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This Little Light of Mine: Andrew Walen of the School of Rock lights the menorah for the second night of the holiday. (Photo by Robyn Stevens Brody)

Among those who braved the frigid temperatures were members of Jmore and the new School of Rock in Pikesville, who were honored guests at the menorah lighting. Among them was Andrew Walen, owner and general manager of the School of Rock.

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For Those About to Rock: With School of Rock members standing behind her and ready to groove, Pikesville resident Eliana Esakoff greets attendees and offers blessings. (Photo by Robyn Stevens Brody)

Following the lighting, attendees were treated to sufganiyot (traditional holiday jelly doughnuts), courtesy of Jmore, and spirited performances by students from the School of Rock.

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A Nosh Above the Rest: Attendees check out sufganiyot provided by Jmore. (Photo by Robyn Stevens Brody)

For information about the Chanukah House or to view its schedule of menorah lighting honorees this season, visit facebook.com/p/Chanukah-House-of-Pikesville-MD-100088364941458/.

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Getting Lit: Visitors enjoy the amazing holiday display at the Chanukah House of Pikesville. (Photo courtesy of Robyn Stevens Brody)

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