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“Purim in Disney” is Valley Chabad’s creative twist to this year’s community celebration of Purim, the holiday commemorating the Jewish people’s salvation in Persia of old.
The festivities will be held at the Hilton Woodcliff Lake on Wednesday evening Feb. 28, featuring a Disney-themed dinner and party for all ages.
Billed as the most joyous date on the Jewish calendar, the daylong holiday commemorates the nullification in 356 B.C.E. of a Persian decree calling for the extermination of the Jewish people throughout the Persian Empire as told in the biblical Book of Esther.
Valley Chabad’s spin on this age-old holiday has helped bring the spirit of Purim to the Pascack Valley and Saddle River Community year after year.
“It combines ancient Jewish traditions with a modern twist,” said Rabbi Dov Drizin. “We focus on doing interesting and innovative programs that will maximize the enjoyment for young and old alike, yet still keeping with the holiday theme.”
The event is a community-wide program, and all are welcome to join, regardless of Jewish affiliation or background. Participants will enjoy DJ entertainment, Disney characters, full dinner and costume masquerade. In addition, the celebration will feature a child-friendly reading of the Book of Esther, known in Hebrew as the Megillah.
“The event is focused primarily on spirit, fun, and tradition.” says Laurie Caspert, one of the event’s organizers.
In the spirit of Purim, participants are encouraged to come in costume. There will be a competition for the most innovative or funny entries.