A previous version of this event list had the wrong date for Hanukkah on the Ellipse. It takes place on Sunday. This version has been updated.
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Going Out Guide Dec. 8, 2009: Hanukkah happenings in D.C., beyond
LIGHT FANTASTIC: The annual menorah lighting on the Ellipse -- with plenty of standing room -- takes place Sunday at 4 p.m.
(Michael Temchine For The Washington Post)
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Pour House, 319 Pennsylvania Ave. SE. 202-546-1001. http:/
MY SO-CALLED JEWISH LIFE
Dec. 17 at 7:30 p.m. A night of autobiographical stories about all things Jewish. Storytellers include Ezra Klein, blogger for The Washington Post; Hadar Susskind, director of policy and strategy for J Street; Hanna Rosin, founding editor of DoubleX and writer for the Atlantic; David Plotz, editor of Slate; Vijai Nathan, a leading Indian American comedian; and Amy Saidman, artistic executive director of SpeakeasyDC.
Sixth and I Historic Synagogue, 600 I St. NW. 202-408-3100. http:/
GEFILTE FISH GALA
Dec. 24 at 8 p.m. Sure, Hanukkah might have ended a few nights earlier, but who says those celebrating Christmas the following day get to have all the fun on this night? Extend the Festival of Lights with food, drink and dance at two locations: Union Jack's in Bethesda and K Street Lounge in Northwest Washington. Sponsored by Professionals in the City and the Jewish Sports and Social Network. Profits donated to Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. Casual attire.
Union Jack's, 4915 St. Elmo Ave., Bethesda; K Street Lounge, 1301 K St. NW. 202-686-5990. http:/
MATZO BALL
Dec. 24 at 9 p.m. For an upscale celebration, head to Ultrabar for the ever-popular Christmas Eve event geared toward Jewish singles.
911 F St. NW. 202-638-4663. http:/
-- Alex Baldinger and Kathy Orton
