WHO: The Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia 

WHAT: Old York Road Kehillah Purim Carnival

WHEN: Sunday, March 16, 2024
12:00 pm – 3:00 pm

WHERE: Congregation Keneseth Israel
8339 Old York Road, Elkins Park, PA 19027

To celebrate the holiday of Purim, the Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia is gathering the Old York Road community for an annual carnival, complete with costumes, hamantaschen, prizes, inflatables and more. 

Purim, celebrated this year from sundown on March 13 to the evening of March 14, marks the Jewish people’s victory over Persian Empire official Haman’s plot to annihilate them. 

During Purim, Jews celebrate the story of their survival by dressing up in costume, going to parties, and eating Hamantashen – a triangular filled-pocket pastry. The name refers to Haman, the villain in the Purim story.

At a time when antisemitism is on the rise, the Jewish Federation will bring together Jewish and non-Jewish community members to celebrate Jewish tradition and joy.  

PRESS ACCESS:

• To cover and attend this community event, press is required to RSVP by 5pm ET on March 14 by emailing: phillyfed@redbanyan.com.
• Max Moline, Director of Community Development at the Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia, is available for interviews. 

About the Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia

Since 1901, the Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia has served as the hub of the region’s Jewish communities, providing an infrastructure of support for Jewish people and organizations in need. Through grants, emergency funding, restricted gifts, endowments, and our partnership with the Foundation for Jewish Day Schools, we care for those in need, combat antisemitism and global crisis, and strengthen Jewish identity. For more information, please visit: https://jewishphilly.org/.