Most of the National Day was Sunday in Washington . Rabbi David Cohen has particpated in the event for more than 20 years . The National Day began in the Ellipse just south of the White House .
Lighting of the National Menorah was Sunday in Washington . Rabbi Levi Shemtov has particpated in the event for more than 20 years . The National Menorah sits in the Ellipse just south of the White House .