Purim @ the BC

The story of Purim, recorded in the Book of Esther, recounts Esther saving the Jewish people from the threat of destruction by Haman, the grand vizier in Persia.  We observe the holiday by reading the megillah (a scroll of the book of Esther), often in a theatrical manner, while wearing costumes; sharing a festive meal with family and friends; sending mishloach manot, gifts to family and friends; and distributing matanot l'evyonim, gifts to those in need.  We hope you'll join the festivities at the Bronfman Center!

We know that many students will be away for Spring Break this Purim, but if you’re in town, we are excited to celebrate with you!

Events

3/23 — ritual schedule with Shalhevet

8:15pm — Ma’ariv and Havdalah @ the BC

8:30pm — Megillah

3/23 — Chinatown Fair Family Fun Center Arcade

Shalhevet is renting out the arcade and having fancy Motzi Shabbos pizza, slushies, and more!

transport leaves from the Bronfman Centerat 9:30pm

@ Chinatown Fair Family Fun Center Arcade, from 7-8:30 pm

3/24 — ritual schedule with Shalhevet

9am — Shacharit @ the BC

9:45am — Men’s Megillah

9:45am — Women’s Megillah

11am — Brunch and Manot Making

12-2pm — Matanot L’evyonim

3-5pm — Shalhevet Social

5pm — Purim Seuda @ the BC

3/25 — A Purim Social!

Join NYU Hillel to celebrate Purim with hamantaschen, music, pizza and crafts! Come to reconnect with friends after spring break and enjoy a fun treat!

@ the Bronfman Center, 1st floor, from 7-8:30 pm

Egalitarian Purim options in NYC

Megillah Across Brooklyn (services [8:15] + megillah reading [8:45] free and open to all, party is 21+)

PurimPalooza with Rodeph Sholom (shpiel and megillah reading open to everyone and livestream option)

Shushan Night Live: Community Megilah Reading with B'nai Jeshurun (8pm and livestream option)

Central Synagogue Purim Spiel and Megillah Reading (Sunday 3/24, 12 pm)

Purim 5784 with Selah: The Age of Momentum (Sunday, 11:00 AM-11:45 AM Purim Experience, 11:45 AM-12:30 PM Purim Brunch)

Questions? Email Rabbi Emily at era8337@nyu.edu.