IT WAS THE BEST PURIM EVER!

For our 150th sesquicentennial anniversary, we pulled out all the stops – and it was exceptional. On Purim, we saw what has always made KJ unique: beyond being a house of worship, we are a vibrant center of activity for the Jewish community of the Upper East Side and beyond. Over 1,700 people came on Purim night alone; but this is not just about the numbers, this is about the Jewish future. And with programs focused on children, teens, and young adults, KJ brought the joy of Purim to the next generation.

SUNDAY, MARCH 5

JNF & KESHER FAMILY PURIM PARTY

Our yearly “pre-game show” was in partnership with JNF, and in support of their important programs in Israel. It had a sold-out crowd of young families and was filled with pre-holiday excitement.

We simply can’t tell the story with just a few photos. So instead, we would like to share with you this Purim Yearbook2023 Edition.

MONDAY, MARCH 6

Mini Carnival For Young Children

Our lift-off engines fired up with a pre-Megillah mini carnival for our youngest members and their families, giving tots their first taste of the Purim Spirit at KJ.

PARENTS & TODDLERS READING

KJ’s commitment to inspiring the next generation was evidenced by its sponsorship of a special Megillah reading for “can’t sit still tots” and their families, where the cacophony of children was welcomed and inspiring.