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Chol HaMoed

Chol Hamoed is a special time in the Jewish calendar when we celebrate the holidays of Passover and Sukkot. It is a time when we take a break from our regular routine and enjoy fun activities with our family and friends.

During Chol Hamoed, we are allowed to do some things that we usually don't do on holidays, like going to work or school, shopping, and playing sports. But we still need to do things that are connected to the holiday, like eating special foods and remembering the stories of Passover and Sukkot.

So, Chol Hamoed is like a mini-holiday between the big holidays, when we get to have fun and enjoy the festive spirit of the time while still keeping in mind the traditions and values of our faith.