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North Shore Temple Emanuel

a Progressive Jewish Congregation

Purim

Purim at NSTE

The festival of Purim is celebrated every year on the 14th of the Hebrew month of Adar (or Adar II). It commemorates the salvation of the Jewish people in ancient Persia from Haman’s plot destroy the Jews as recorded in the Megillah (book of Esther).

During Purim, we let our hair down. We listen to the reading of the Megillah, dress up in fancy dress, eat hamantaschen and enjoy each other's company. The whole congregation joins in on the fun! 

Erev Purim "Night at the improv" & Multilingual Megillah Medley
Saturday 23 March, 6:45 pm

Join us for a night of "improv" (improvisational comedy) games that are a blast for beginners and people of all ages - laughter guaranteed! Everyone is welcome. The smiles will be contagious, whether you are joining in yourself or just watching the Rabbis and others give it a go.

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We'll also enjoy:

  • The Purim mitzvah of matanot la’evyonim - "packaging parcels for people in need" (toiletries and notes of encouragement) for Jewish House residents
  • Multi-Lingual Megillah Medley - contact us if you speak a language other than English and would like to read a short passage! 
  • Our NSTE Choir, singing Megillah Medley interludes
  • Hamantaschen and other triangle-shaped light fare


Come in fancy dress (or borrow a gala mask from us upon arrival).

Tue, 19 March 2024 9 Adar II 5784