If you are like me, you keep seeing the products in the stores and promotions for Megillah readings and carnivals. You turn around and realize that Purim is just around the corner and you have ...

Purim is the Jewish holiday commemorating when Queen Esther saved the Jews from her husband's advisor, Haman's, wrath. Haman wanted to massacre the Jews of Persia because Mordechai (Esther's cousin ...

Wear silly clothes. Play pranks. Feast, play cards and games, and maybe even drink a little. While this may sound like any college student’s idea of a perfect evening, it’s actually the traditional ...

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Purim is soon, and hopefully everyone already has their costumes and some good alcohol. And obviously, a plan for where to party on Purim. Whether you’re a DJ or just host a Purim party in your house, ...

Shifra Apfel remembers the days when she was a “good Mom.” She did it all for Purim: Beautiful mishloach manot, a delicious meal, matching costumes for the kids. Last year, she didn’t know to hold on ...