Happy Chaunkah!

[Anthonynotes]

Thought I'd make note that today's the first day of the Jewish holiday known as Chanukah (among other variant spellings :-) So for anyone on here who happens to be Jewish (which I'm not), thought I'd wish a pleasant next-seven-or-so-days...

As for the rest of us, I found this link about Chanukah itself:
http://judaism.about.com/library/holidays/chanukah/bl_chanukah_story.htm

Relevant to animation:
Not sure I've ever seen the Rugrats' Chanukah special....mainly recall seeing the Passover one...

Can't think of many other animated specials related to said holiday, for that matter....


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(Cut to Slappy's treehouse; inside, we see her and Skippy, having already cited their blessings...)

SLAPPY: (Lighting a menorah, responding to the above comments on the lack of Chanuka holiday specials/huge # of Christmas ones) Yeah, no kidding....lousy Hollywood types---thinkin' that *everybody* breathing celebrates the same holiday or somethin'.....

(Pan over to see the rest of the usual gang are present, as is tradtionally required for typical cheesy TV December holiday special-thingies....)

YAKKO: Aaaah, but what about that one "Twas the night before Christmas" episode you---

SLAPPY: That? All those decorations was just fer Skippy for just that one time...

SKIPPY: Yeah...lookit what Aunt Slappy gave me! (Holds up a dreidel and spins it; Skippy and Pinky watch it spin before getting quite dizzy, with Pinky falling over backwards and laughing)

PINKY: HAHAHA! Oooh.... (Takes a bite out of several latkas) Mmm, *yummy*! (Realizes something) Um, will we have to do a fanfiction story-thingy where we try to educate the world about the "True meaning of Chanukah", Brain?

BRAIN: After those Christmas and Thanksgiving fanfics, over my dead *body*, Pinky.... and the same goes for Christmas, the Winter Solstice, Kwanzaa, Ramadan, or any *other* holiday that falls between Thanksgiving and New Year's....

(Pan over to Axel Foley, decked out in pseudo-traditional African clothing and holding Kwanzaa candles)

AXEL: Awww.....

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-B.

[Craig Marinaro]

Chappy Chanukah, all!

...well...Danielle, anyhow. Hope it's a happy time!

[don Jaime]

I had a little dreidl, I made it out of Clay...and boy, was his mom sore!

Happy Ch-ch-ch-channukah! (Wipes away spittle.) Someday, I'm going to have to write about Skippy's bar mitzvah....

[Danielle]

Originally posted by don Jaime
I had a little dreidl, I made it out of Clay...and boy, was his mom sore!



{pause}

I GET IT!! :D Yay...

Anyway, Happy Chanukah to all, and to all a good eight nights or whatever. {shrugs} My lovely presents have been (so far...still have six nights to go) a file cabinet and a porcelian doll whose hair is already tangled... :rolleyes:



Happy Ch-ch-ch-channukah! (Wipes away spittle.)


Very good! Now say "chashmonai". Or "chilchat", either one's good. :D


Originally posted by Brainatra
(Cut to Slappy's treehouse; inside, we see her and Skippy, having already cited their blessings...)

SLAPPY: (Lighting a menorah, responding to the above comments on the lack of Chanuka holiday specials/huge # of Christmas ones) Yeah, no kidding....lousy Hollywood types---thinkin' that *everybody* breathing celebrates the same holiday or somethin'.....

(Pan over to see the rest of the usual gang are present, as is tradtionally required for typical cheesy TV December holiday special-thingies....)

YAKKO: Aaaah, but what about that one "Twas the night before Christmas" episode you---

SLAPPY: That? All those decorations was just fer Skippy for just that one time...

SKIPPY: Yeah...lookit what Aunt Slappy gave me! (Holds up a dreidel and spins it; Skippy and Pinky watch it spin before getting quite dizzy, with Pinky falling over backwards and laughing)

PINKY: HAHAHA! Oooh.... (Takes a bite out of several latkas) Mmm, *yummy*! (Realizes something) Um, will we have to do a fanfiction story-thingy where we try to educate the world about the "True meaning of Chanukah", Brain?

BRAIN: After those Christmas and Thanksgiving fanfics, over my dead *body*, Pinky.... and the same goes for Christmas, the Winter Solstice, Kwanzaa, Ramadan, or any *other* holiday that falls between Thanksgiving and New Year's....

(Pan over to Axel Foley, decked out in pseudo-traditional African clothing and holding Kwanzaa candles)

AXEL: Awww.....


No more holiday fanfics? But I've got a whole lot of stuff you can use.... (suddenly, and seemingly out of nowhere, an anvil appears and squashes Danielle like a bug) OW! Guess not. Hmph. ;)

[don Jaime]

Wow, those look like Sylvester quotes! What do they mean?

[Danielle]

Originally posted by don Jaime
Wow, those look like Sylvester quotes! What do they mean?


"Chashmonai" is another name for the Maccabees (chech the link that Brainatra has kindly put up...thanks, Brainatra!)

"Chemdat" means "the laws of". Now try saying "Chemdat Chanukah Bizman Shel HaChashmonaim." Ten points to anyone who gets the whole thing right! :D

[The Mad Hatter]

Now try saying "Chemdat Chanukah Bizman Shel HaChashmonaim." Ten points to anyone who gets the whole thing right!

Chemdat Chanukah Bizman Shel HaChashamoni....
Chemdat Chanukah Bizmash....
Chemdat Chanukah Bish...
Cherndat....

Dangit.

[DR. BELCH]

Again, happy Chanukah to Danielle and RockItShipper (half-Jewish)...and here's my present: http://www.melaleuca.com/cart_index.cfm?PassedPage=prod_index.cfm&ItemID=1724&startRow=1
And to drink:
http://www.melaleuca.com/cart_index.cfm?PassedPage=prod_index.cfm&ItemID=550&startRow=1
Don't worry, lassies, it's kosher-certified (whatever that means).

[Danielle]

Originally posted by DR. BELCH
Again, happy Chanukah to Danielle and RockItShipper (half-Jewish)...and here's my present: http://www.melaleuca.com/cart_index.cfm?PassedPage=prod_index.cfm&ItemID=1724&startRow=1
And to drink:
http://www.melaleuca.com/cart_index.cfm?PassedPage=prod_index.cfm&ItemID=550&startRow=1
Don't worry, lassies, it's kosher-certified (whatever that means).


Uh, thanks. I think. Is there another type of tea there? (And prehaps an orange-tangerine fibre bar?)

BTW.........uh, you're SURE it's kosher-certified? It doesn't have a plain K, does it? :eek:

[DR. BELCH]

Danielle:
Is there another type of tea there? (And prehaps an orange-tangerine fibre bar?)
There's a variety pack--herbal, lemon, apple-berry, ginseng, and an Herbal Evening for bedtime. The bars come in the flavors listed: banana nut, cherry almond, apple cinnamon, and apricot apple. Now for something in orange, there's the Sustain energy drink (also in peach, pina colada, and strawberry).


[Y]ou're SURE it's kosher-certified? It doesn't have a plain K, does it?
The order sheets are marked with the little Star of David, that's all I know. I thought it had something to do with dietery restrictions, but why does the medicinal oil have to be kosher too? You rub it on, not drink it.... :confused: :o

[Danielle]

Ah. Well, I'm not very hungry right now. Maybe I'll buy some later on in the day (liiiiiiiiiiiike sometime that's NOT 6:00 AM...)



Originally posted by DR. BELCH

The order sheets are marked with the little Star of David, that's all I know. I htought it had something to do with dietery restrictions, but why does the medicinal oil have to be kosher too? You rub it on, not drink it.... :confused: :o


Glucose glutamate is the main reason; it may be derived from animal blood, and some oils may contain animal fat. To still answer your question...really, it's not just that it has to be kosher in order to EAT from it...Kashrut (kosher-ness) actually covers different areas.
Either that, or it just means it's Kosher for Passover. {shrugs}

[Anthonynotes]

Originally posted by Danielle



No more holiday fanfics? But I've got a whole lot of stuff you can use.... (suddenly, and seemingly out of nowhere, an anvil appears and squashes Danielle like a bug) OW! Guess not. Hmph. ;)

SLAPPY: (Flatly) Thank you, O Mysterious Anviller.

BRAIN: (Flatly) Indeed....

PINKY: Aw, Brain, not even one little holiday? Arbor Day?

BRAIN: No.

SKIPPY: Yom Kippur?

BRAIN: *No*.

AXEL FOLEY: Black History Month?

BRAIN: *No*.

DOT: Sadie Hawkins' Day?

BRAIN: For the last time, *NO*! No more holidays! We've got more than enough problems as it is without dealing with festive seasonal rituals...

PINKY: Problems?

BRAIN: Getting at least a *slightly* more serious or character-developing fan-written story about us instead of these constant, "zany" stories for one thing....that "Circle Closing In" story feels like it was done *ages* ago....

BILLIE: Good---maybe that'll mean more story time forjust you, me, and Pinky! (the others stare at her) Well, us three *do* have a better capacity for the dramatic appeal than *you* guys do---no offense.

SLAPPY: None taken.

YAKKO: Ditto.

WAKKO: (Holding up various movie scripts) But there's all sorts of good movie scripts to quote from..... (another anvil drops, narrowly missing Wakko; he lets the papers slowly drop) Er.....maybe I'll just go eat a lot of food or something. (Slowly walks off)

DOT: (Looking upward, as if to see if another anvil was coming) Um...yeah....you do that....

:-)

-B.
Pointless that was...

[Danielle]

Originally posted by Brainatra

Pointless that was...


Indeed............Hey, I'M the only one who gets to be a Mysterious Anviller (TM) around here! {pouts} No fair...... :wakko:

[DanniB]

I too celebrate the fine holiday of chanuka, but being at college for all eight days puts a bummer on the whole deal. What's that point of eight days of gifts when you can't be there to enjoy them? Why can't we get the jewish holiday celebrated in December off too?

BTW I'm planning on giveing everybody a holiday gift on the fanfic board ;)

[Dante Bunny]

I want to know, when is Kwanzaa?

=)

[Danielle]

Originally posted by DanniB
Why can't we get the jewish holiday celebrated in December off too?




Because they're mean! {pout} I actually go to a private Hebrew school....and guess what? THEY DON'T LET ME OFF EITHER!!! Did you ever hear of something so stupid...... (other than a man called Joe selling beans...[anyone on this board whose name is Joe and sells beans, I apologize...])

[Anthonynotes]

Originally posted by G.I. D'oh!
I want to know, when is Kwanzaa?

=)

Kwanzaa is always celebrated for a 7 day period, starting December 26th and ending January 1st. Found this summary about Kwanzaa on some web page:

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Kwanzaa, a seven-day celebration of African culture, was started in 1966 by Dr. Maulana Karenga, a professor at California State University. Celebrated from December 26 through January 1, Kwanzaa, which means "first fruits of the harvest" in the African language Kiswahili, is meant to honor African heritage as well as present day life in America.

Contrary to popular belief, Kwanzaa is not a substitute for Christmas. It is a time for families to join together and pledge their commitment to fully participating in and contributing to American society, and a time to unify black Americans as a people.

Kwanzaa is based on seven principles called "Nguzo Saba": unity, self-determination, collective work and responsibility, cooperative economics, purpose, creativity, and faith. During each day of Kwanzaa, one of these principles is celebrated, through gifts that reinforce the daily principle and through a daily candle lighting of the kinara. Typical gifts include books written by and about Africans, cultural and educational toys, and crafts and dolls. The kinara, a seven-branch candelabra, consists of one black, three red and three green candles, symbolizing unity, bloodshed and freedom respectively.

Kwanzaa culminates in a big feast on the last evening of the holiday, on December 31. Called Karamu, it is celebrated with festive songs, dance, toasts, prayers, and a feast of foods.<<<
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AXEL FOLEY: OK, we're gonna do this holiday right---- (reads a list) candles?

WAKKO: Check---sort of. (Axel glares at him) Well, I just took some old Christmas candles and colored some of them black with a crayon...

AXEL: Whatever. OK, next item.... "positive and uplifting symbols of African-American culture".

DOT: Well, I *had* considered renting some of your movies for a marathon, given your contributions to the world of entertainment...

AXEL: (Raising an eyebrow) *Buuut*?

DOT: But then I recalled the actor in the films had to be "positive" and "uplifting"--- so, I got something else. (Holds up a pile of Sidney Poitier, Bill Cosby and Spike Lee films) Tee-hee....

AXEL: (Muttering) I'll deal with your smart-(bleep) self later.... (reads another item on the list) OK, one more thing: big New Year's Eve party. Yakko...?

YAKKO: Almost done.... (dials a cell phone) Cindy! Hey, how's it goin'? Uh-huh...uh-huh...OK, we'll discuss the restraining order later---how's about you and me joining us for a big Kwanzaa/New Year's Eve party? (Sounds of laughter heard through the phone)(Pumping his fist) YES! OK, I guess that means I'll see you then...um...pick you up at 8? (Sounds of laughter continues) OK, *wonderful*...see ya! (Hangs up) Date...gotten! (Makes a growling noise)

AXEL: Uh-huh. What about the food? The music?

YAKKO: Oh, *that*....um.... aaaaahhhhh..... I thought Wakko was handling it.

WAKKO: (Licks his lips)

AXEL: Erm....on second thought, I think *I* better deal with that part....

WAKKO: Awww, why?

AXEL: Because I actually want to see the food last until the (bleep)in' party *begins*, that's why...

WAKKO: Hmph....you're no fun.

:-)

-B.

[DanniB]

speaking of Kwanza did anyone catch the rugrats kwanza specail? i happened upon it while waiting for iron chef to come on last sunday. it was rather...interesting. I didn't learn alot of about kwanza but i did learn some interesting things about Suzie's family including that aunt and uncle who we're probably never going to see again.

[Naraht]

Originally posted by Danielle



Because they're mean! {pout} I actually go to a private Hebrew school....and guess what? THEY DON'T LET ME OFF EITHER!!! Did you ever hear of something so stupid...... (other than a man called Joe selling beans...[anyone on this board whose name is Joe and sells beans, I apologize...])

That's probably cause Hannukah is a fairly minor holiday...it gets the most press, but it's not that big a deal.

I went to a Hebrew Day School K-3rd...Don't remember a bloody thing I learned...*sigh*

[DanniB]

Originally posted by naraht
<I went to a Hebrew Day School K-3rd...Don't remember a bloody thing I learned...*sigh*>

Same here. I went to Hebrew school for 6 years and I still can't read Hebrew for the life of me.