Stories @ CSI

Purim TOGETHER, CSI-style!

Purim 2022/5782 was jam packed with a number of exciting gatherings and experiences, both in-person and virtual. More than any other Jewish holiday, Purim is about joy. Purim is about letting go of the masks of propriety and revealing our silliness. Events included a raucous Purim experience for children and families which featured  music, a costume contest, and games. More than 150 costumed community members gathered for a creative and memorable Megillah readings which included our congregation's signature Megillah Mugshots pictorial slideshow of Shearith Israelites "performing" the Book of Esther in photographs. Every single member of Shearith Israel continued last year's efforts to Share A Smile with Mishloach Manot bags filled with goodies and signature cocktail recipes and then, to complete the mitzvah of Matanot LaEvyonim, giving to the needy, Shearith Israel members packed more than 100 welcome kits for newly arrived refugees (see story above). Festivities concluded with a time-honored tradition, our legendary CSI Purim Shpiel, which was a family-friendly Roast of Haman (Comedy Central-style) featuring characters from the Megillah and Torah.