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Purim and Passover Spring festivals bring mirth and renewal PurimThink Mardi Gras with a Jewish theme. Once upon a time, the Jewish-Persian queen Esther (yay!) and her uncle Mordechai (yay!) saved the Jews from the fanatical hatred of Haman (boo!). Purim is a time of unfettered celebration. In fact, it’s the one day of the year during which the Rabbis command us to drink until we can’t distinguish between Haman and Mordecai. We hold a great costume party for kids, and we enjoy a surprise evening of great revelry for adults — in costume! The party includes fabulous food and wine, hamentaschen naturally, comedy, music and dancing. Get more background on Purim. Passover  Pesach is family time, the holiday that generates the highest participation by Jews worldwide. On the second night, following first-night seders at home, we hold our congregational seder in Newman Hall. Adults and children gather to read our haggadah, sing, pray and retell the Passover story as well as enjoy a wonderful dinner. Without question, this Sherith Israel tradition adds a whole new dimension to Pesach. We also hold a traditional Yizkor (memorial) service on the seventh (last) day. Get more background on Passover.
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