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The festive holiday of Purim begins Monday evening, March 2nd and continues through Tuesday, March 3rd. Let's celebrate TOGETHER, CSI-style! This year, we have a multi-day celebration beginning with a Purim Carnival and Shpiel (Sunday, March 1st) followed by an adult-oriented Sip n' Scroll traditional Megillah reading and art project (Monday evening, March 2nd) and finally, our signature, fun-filled family friendly Megillah reading with dinner, costume contest, pictorial slideshow, and "performance" of the Book of Esther (Tuesday evening, March 3rd!) 

More than any other Jewish holiday, Purim is about joy. Purim is about letting go of the masks of propriety and revealing our silliness. Get ready to lighten and brighten the season with yet another unprecedented communal experience and the refreshing playfulness of Purim at CSI.

Scroll down to check out our full list of Purim happenings!

mishloach manot + gift bag deliveries

This year, we are once again making special gift bags for each and every CSI member/family to help fulfill the mitzvah of offering one another gifts, Mishloach Manot. And we'll deliver the bags to you! To make this possible, we need a large corps of volunteers willing to bring these items to members' homes around Atlanta. Sign-up below to sponsor and help deliver Mishloach Manot gift bags and be a part of this wonderful Purim tradition!

Please note: You will be asked to sign in to your Shul Cloud account to complete the Mishloach Manot sponsorship. Please call the office if you need assistance. The deadline to sponsor the gift bags is Sunday, February 22nd!

Sponsor Mishloach Manot Gift Bags

I Can Deliver Gift Bags

PURIMpalooza (CARNIVAL): sunday, march 1st @ 11 Am

Get ready for an exciting Purim carnival with games, optional lunch ($5 per person), hamantaschen, and fun for all ages! All are welcome to Machaneh Shai's mini-service sing-along kicking off the day from 10:30 - 11 am.

We're looking for a few volunteers to assist with the carnival. Sign-up here to help bring this fun event to life! 

Register for the Purim Carnival

purimpalooza (PURIM SHPIEL): sunday, march 1st @ 12:30 pm 

We can't wait for another unforgettable Purim shpiel, written by CSI's own, playwright Ali Viterbi, and directed by Ori Salzberg. Come enjoy yet another entertaining and delightful performance from Shearith Israelites of all ages! 

Be a part of this year's performance! All you need is your ruach (good-spirited energy) and a desire for a good time. Email ori.salzberg@shearithisrael.com to participate. 

But what is a shpiel, you ask? Shpiel is a Yiddish word meaning a “play” or “skit.” It is usually boisterously fun and lampoons either the Purim story characters or people in the community.  Shearith Israel has a rich history of Shpiels, and 2026 will continue on this path. Don't miss this unforgettable, feel-good fun!

Register for the Purim Shpiel

sip n' scroll: traditional megillah reading & Art project - monDAY, march 2nd @ 7 PM

This year, CSI's Purim celebration will include an adult-oriented multi-sensory traditional Megillah reading accompanied by a creative art activity as we engage with the megillah in multiple ways. The Sip n' Scroll evening program will also include snacks and hors d'oeuvres, drinks, and Ma'ariv services. Come enjoy this special evening celebrating with the CSI adult community!     

Register for Sip n' Scroll

purim dinner & family megillah reading experience - tuesDAY, march 3rd @ 5 PM

We're excited for our signature unique and fun-filled Megillah reading geared toward families on Tuesday evening, March 3rd! Our Megillah reading will take place in the Sanctuary featuring a costume contest, our Megillah Mugshots pictorial slideshow, and a lighthearted "performance" of the Book of Esther. It all begins with a Family & Community Dinner at 5 pm, followed by the Megillah reading at 5:30 pm. 

Stay tuned for details on how to participate in this year's Megillah Mugshots slideshow!

Please register for the dinner by Tuesday, February 24th.

Register for Purim Dinner 

megillah mugshots:

To participate in Megillah Mugshots and see yourself on the big screen during our Megillah reading, pose a photo with family, friends, or pets depicting the scenes listed via the button below, and email the photo(s) to ori.salzberg@shearithisrael.com.

Megillah Mugshots Scenes