Hanukkah candles in the Davenport/Cedar Rapids/Iowa City Iowa area?

Question

Does anyone know where I can buy Hanukkah candles in the Davenport/Cedar Rapids/Iowa City, Iowa area? I've just moved to the area and don't know where I can get these. Any help is appreciated. Thanks

Answer 1

I don't know if you have Bag N' Save there, but I know they have them. If not just check around at grocery stores, they will most likely have them in with their Kosher foods section, where they keep they dry room temperature stuff (like matza, grape juice, etc) and they will probably be there.

I moved to NE about 3 1/2 years ago, we couldn't find matza anywhere until we found Bag N Save.

Answer 2

You might check with some of the local synagogues; most have a small shop where you can purchase ritual items. Also, check in grocery stores to see if they have a kosher foods section - sometimes you can find Sabbath and Hanukkah candles there. Good luck - I'd offer you my spare set, but Iowa is a LONG way from Seattle! Chag Sameach!!

Answer 3

Can you find 44 Sabbath candles? You don't need "official" Chanukah candles - just candles made from a kosher sustance, and which will burn for about 30 minutes. In the case of Sabbath candles, you'd essentially need to keep them in a row and at the same level. The "Shammes" candle would have to be kept separate by placing it at a different level or obviously off to the side.
Also, if you can find 8 or 9 small cups (e.g. the sort of things used for small bistro candles) and some candle-wick material, you could burn olive oil. I've done that, and essentially so did the Macabees...

Answer 4

There are two types of Menorah's the Hanukah Menorah has 9 branches and is only use during Hanukkah, The Temple Menorah has 7 branches and is used n the ancient Tabernacle in the desert and Temple in Jerusalem, a symbol of Judaism since ancient times and the emblem of the modern state of Israel.

Answer 5

there are Synagogues in Davenport, Cedar Rapids and Iowa city.


here is a link that lists synagogues in Iowa and their websites. and contact info

I am sure that they either have them or know where you can get them.
http://www.mavensearch.com/synagogues/synagogues-search.asp?item=C3312


you have until tomorrow night so get on it ;)

Answer 6

Even though I don't live there, I'd suggest checking your local large grocery store or calling nearby temple and asking them. Happy Hanukkah!!!!!!!!!!!!!!