PurimPalooza 2025

Join us for a joy-filled Purim celebration for ALL families!

Get ready for PurimPalooza—the ultimate Purim party designed just for families with young kids! Come out for a morning bursting with music, movement, mitzvot (good deeds), circus fun, and magical moments as we bring the Purim story to life in the most exciting way!

✨Here's what's in store!

🎵 Musical Purim Adventure – A lively, interactive retelling of the Purim story led by Tkiya with singing, puppets, parachutes, bubbles, and more!
🤹‍♂️ Circus Fun! – Try your hand at feather balancing, plate spinning, and juggling—Purim is the perfect time for some topsy-turvy fun!
🎭 Creative Crafts – Design your own royal crown, Purim mask, and grogger to shake, rattle, and roll!
💝 Spread the Love – Pack Mishloach Manot (Purim gift bags for friends & neighbors) and take part in kid-friendly service projects to fulfill Matanot L’Evyonim (giving to those in need).
🍪 Tasty Treats – Enjoy hamentaschen and other Purim snacks to fuel all the fun!
🎨 Face Painting & Costumes – Dress up, get your face painted, and join a mini costume parade to show off your Purim best!
📚Play Space & Book Nook – Need a break from the excitement and noise? Cozy up with a story from PJ Library or enjoy quiet play with blocks and magnetic tiles in a separate, dedicated chill-out zone.

Join us for a joyful, high-energy, inclusive celebration—a perfect way to experience the spirit of Purim as a family. So grab your costumes, bring your ruach (spirit), and get festive with us at PurimPalooza!🎉

This event is open to the greater Brooklyn Jewish community—RSVP and invite your friends and family!

Event Basics

What: PurimPalooza

When: Sunday, March 16, 2025 | 10:00am-12:00pm

Where: The Senesh School, 342 Smith St, Brooklyn, NY 11231

Who: Jewish families with young children (best for ages 2-8)

Cost*: $10 per child 2 and older at the door; FREE for grownups and children under 2

RSVPs in advance requested.  Security will be on premises.

Questions? Email Jamie Maxner, Strategic Partnerships & Community Engagement Director, at jmaxner@hannahsenesh.org

Travel Tip: The Senesh School is easily accessible via public transit, located directly above the Carroll Street F/G subway station.

*This event is open to all, and we’re committed to making it accessible for everyone. If cost is a concern, please reach out—we’ll work with you to ensure your family can participate.

Presented in Partnership with: Israeli-American Council, JCC Brooklyn Summer Camps, PJ Library, Repair the World, Sprout Brooklyn Day Camp, and Tkiya Music

BONUS -- TAKE A TOUR OF SENESH!

While you are celebrating we invite you for a special opportunity to see our beautiful school on a brief tour with Dana Goldberg, our Director of Enrollment and learn about our admissions process. 

You can indicate that you're interested in joining a tour on your RSVP form.  If you're not sure, don't worry - you can still sign up to join a tour upon arrival at the event check-in table.