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ISRAEL-THEMED PURIM PARTY
Sunday, March 24, 3:00 PM
We will be having a traditional megilla reading and serving Israeli cuisine. Our guests will enjoy an interactive virtual Israel tour experience filled with interesting facts & fun.
Some information on the holiday!
There are 4 main Mitzvot that we strive to do on Purim.
Hear the Megilla: a.k.a. “The Book of Esther,” is the scroll that tells the Purim story. We listen to the public reading twice: once on Purim night, and again on Purim day. This year, it falls on Saturday night, March 23 and Sunday, March 24.
When Haman’s name is mentioned, you can twirl graggers or stamp your feet to eradicate his evil name.
The Megillah is read from a handwritten parchment scroll, using an age-old tune. If for any reason you can’t make it for the Megillah reading, let us know. We may have someone who is available to read at a different time or place.
On Purim, children—and some adventurous adults too—traditionally dress in costumes, an allusion to G‑d’s hand in the Purim miracle, which was disguised by natural events.
Matanot LaEvyonim a.k.a. Give to the Needy: One of Purim’s primary themes is Jewish unity. Haman tried to kill us all, we were all in danger together, so we celebrate together too. Hence, on Purim day we place special emphasis on caring for the less fortunate by giving money to at least two needy people during the daylight hours of Purim, March 24. In case you can’t find any needy people, place two coins in a charity box earmarked for the poor.
Mishloach Manot - Send Food Gifts to Friends : On Purim we emphasize the importance of friendship and community by sending gifts of food to friends. On Purim day, March 24, send a package containing at least two different ready-to-eat food items and/or beverages (example: pastry, fruit, beverage) to at least one Jewish acquaintance during the daylight hours of Purim.
Seudah - Feast: During the course of Purim day, March 24, we gather with family and friends to celebrate by eating a festive Purim meal. Traditionally, this meal begins before sundown and can last into the evening. We wash for bread or challah, and enjoy a meal featuring meat, wine and plenty of Jewish songs, words of Torah and joyous Purim spirit. Sing, drink, laugh, have fun together.
The above information is from Chabad.org.