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Purim

Purim recounts an ancient tale of humor and challenge remembering Queen Esther, Mordecai and the Jews of Shushan. Purim encourages us to stand proud as Jews
and ever vigilant against prejudice and injustice.
 
Wednesday, March 16
Stone Family Sanctuary & Turk Family Plaza
 
5:30 pm
PURIM DINNER AND FAMILY FUN FESTIVAL
"Games, crafts, pony rides, and delicious food!"
 
 
6:00 pm
PURIM STORY FOR TOTS
 
6:30 pm
MEGILLAH READING WITH COSTUME PARADE, QUEEN ESTHER'S PAGEANT, SHPIEL, & LOTS OF HOLIDAY FUN!
Hop right into the Megillah and experience the story of Purim coming to life right here at Beth El. Help Queen Esther make a mask for the beauty contest,
enter in our Tzedakah lottery, play Carnival games, enjoy a delicious feast, and even ride in on a white Horse like Mordecai. 
 
CHAI 20's & 30's
PURIM L'CHAIM
Wednesday, March 16 | following Megillah reading
Turk Family Plaza
 
Get your costumes ready for a silly time at CBE. There will be no shortage of laughs an entertainment as we read the megillah and sip some adult beverages on Purim. 
 

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JEWISH LEARNING EXPERIENCE
PURIM PARTY (K-6th Grade)
Sunday, March 13 | 12:00 pm
 
All Kindergarten-6th graders are invited to celebrate Purim together. We will serve lunch, make Hamantaschen together and participate in a variety of activities together; there will be something for everyone to enjoy! 
For more information or with questions please email Emily.

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TNT - THURSDAY NIGHT TEENS
(Grades 8-12)
Thursday, March 17 | 6:00 pm
 
All 7-12th graders are invited to celebrate Purim at TNT. Special guest, Mark Lazar is joining to lead us in various games and a reenactment exercise of the Megillah, with a fun twist. We will conclude by discussing the antisemitic trope throughout the story and in todays world. 

All 7-12th graders are invited to celebrate Purim at TNT. Special guest, Mark Lazar is joining to lead us in various games and a reenactment exercise of the Megillah, with a fun twist. We will conclude by discussing the antisemitic trope throughout the story and in todays world. 

Get your costumes ready for a silly time at Beth El. There will be no shortage of laughs an entertainment as we read the megillah and sip some adult beverages on Purim.

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RESOURCES FOR EXPLORING PURIM AT HOME
 
Resources for exploring Purim at home

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RESOURCES FOR EXPLORING PURIM AT HOME

Purim recounts an ancient tale of humor and challenge remembering Queen Esther, Mordecai and the Jews of Shushan. Purim encourages us to stand proud as Jews and ever vigilant against prejudice and injustice. Megillat Esther, the Purim story, is a parody written to provoke laughter through exaggerated characters and ludicrous situations. Each year, we read the story with glee, make noise with our Groggers, and laugh with relief when the villain is defeated. In an often-disturbing world, we maintain our strength and values by imagining happy endings.

The following resources are great for the whole family to enjoy. Please note the age ranges are suggestions. 

Grades K and up

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Grades 5 and up
 

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