Temple Sholom was enjoying Purim in grand fashion on Sunday, as over 200 children and adults dressed up in costume to celebrate the annual holiday.
Purim is a Jewish holiday that celebrates the events described in the biblical Book of Esther, when the Jewish people living in Persia were saved from a nefarious and existential plot against them. During Purim, Jewish people gather to read the Book of Esther, give gifts of food and drink to friends and family, donate to charity, and participate in festive meals and parades. The holiday is a time of rejoicing, feasting, and expressing gratitude for the survival and triumph of the Jewish people.
This year’s theme for the Purim festivities at Temple Sholom was “Purim at the Circus“.
Games, food, activities and fun were in order, as children had a chance to get their face painted, play carnival games, eat cotton candy and traditional Purim cookies (hamantaschen); plus much more.
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About Temple Sholom in Greenwich
Temple Sholom is a traditional egalitarian synagogue located in beautiful Greenwich, Connecticut.
Our membership is diverse, coming from all across the Jewish spectrum. We use a “Big Tent” (Ohel Gadol) approach to create a warm, caring, vibrant and inclusive sacred community (Kehillah Kedoshah). We strive to inspire and nurture our members as they explore, enrich and discover their Jewish selves.
Temple Sholom is the largest synagogue in Greenwich, serving the areas of Greenwich, Rye Brook, Armonk, Stamford and the surrounding communities. We offer a one-of-a-kind pre-school experience at the Temple Sholom Selma Maisel Nursery School, a modern approach to religious school at the Temple Sholom Learning Center, a thriving Social Action Committee, social groups such as the Jewish Network of Young Couples, Sisterhood, and JEWEL, interactive programs for pre-schoolers (and younger), youth & teens, and a wide range of adult education opportunities.
We welcome you, and encourage you to find your Jewish home at Temple Sholom. For information on membership or to be added to Temple Sholom’s weekly e-communications, please contact Lori Baden, Associate Executive Director, at 203-869-7191 or lori.baden@templesholom.com.
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