Purim Festivities at Temple Sha'arey Shalom, Springfield

Come in costume and bake hamantaschen (triangular pastry), sing songs, march in a costume parade, and enjoy dinner tomorrow, Wednesday, March 4 at Temple Sha’arey Shalom while learning about the joyous holiday of Purim. Purim celebrates the victory of Queen Esther and her cousin Mordechai over the evil Haman’s plot to kill all of the Jewish people in ancient Persia in one day.

This holiday program is designed for children from kindergarten through 2nd grade and open to Temple members and non-members. It runs from 5:30pm to 7:00pm at the Temple, 78 South Springfield Avenue, Springfield. Although “drop off” is permitted, parent or caregiver participation is preferred. At 7:00pm, families are invited to join the entire religious school for Megillah Madness: An Annie Purim, a fun and interactive reading of the megillah (Purim story) inspired by the musical Annie.

To RSVP or for additional information, call the Temple office at 973.379.5387 or email office@shaarey.org. Wednesday’s event costs $25 per family and includes a hot dog dinner and hamantaschen.

This event is part of Jewish Beginnings, Temple Sha’arey Shalom’s flexible, innovative, and inclusive educational program for students in kindergarten through 2nd grade and their families. Temple membership is NOT required to participate. Families only pay for any fee-based activities which they plan to attend. The teaching staff includes one teacher certified in teaching children with special needs. Program offerings consist of Holiday Haverim for specific Jewish holidays as well as monthly Family Fridays and Saturday Torah Tales.

Temple Sha’arey Shalom is a Reform Jewish community serving Union and Essex counties for nearly 60 years. The congregation welcomes families and individuals of all ages and backgrounds.