Purim is celebrated on the 14th of Adar, which corresponds to late February or mid-March. It is one of the most fun and relaxed holidays celebrating another rescue of the Jewish people in ancient times. Following tradition, the Purim story is read aloud from the Megillah, and the scroll of Esther, in the synagogue. It is also traditional for those attending Purim to come dressed as characters in the Purim story and to make noise – stomp feet and shake gragers each time Haman’s name is mentioned during the reading to drown out his evil name so it is never heard again.

Purim at Shearith Israel is one of the largest celebrations of Purim in the Dallas/Ft Worth metroplex and is one of the most popular events of the year at the synagogue. It is a fun time for not only seniors but teens, preschool children and young families as well. It is a celebration that is not to be missed.