With celebrations including costumes, skits and songs, noisemakers, and gifts of food, Purim is definitely full of fun!
The main communal celebration involves a public reading—usually in the synagogue—of the Book of Esther (Megillat Esther), which tells the story of the holiday: Under the rule of King Ahashverosh, Haman, the king’s adviser, plots to exterminate all of the Jews of Persia. His plan is foiled by Queen Esther and her cousin, Mordechai, who ultimately save the Jews of Persia from destruction. The significance of Purim lies not so much in how it began, but in what it has become: a thankful and joyous affirmation of Jewish survival.
Dinner and a Show!
MLRT’s celebration of the chag kicks off with dinner and a show on Friday night, March 14. Come to the Temple at 5:30 pm to fulfill one of the mitzvot of Purim: eating a seudah (festive meal). We are offering ziti, pizza, and salad at our Purim Seudah for $10 a person (children 3 and under are free) and we want to save you a seat at our table!
Registration is required for dinner before March 10.
Once your belly is full, get ready to laugh until it aches! We are so excited to announce the first MLRT’s Got Talent Show, Shpiel, and Services at 6:30 pm. Part Shabbat Service, part performances from some of MLRT’s biggest stars, and part Megillah reading – it will be pure fun!
There is no cost to attend this Service, Shpiel, and Megillah Reading so bring your friends to see if someone earns the Golden Grogger!
