Jewish Center of the Hamptons

Purim Family Program

Sunday, March 1, 10:00am
In-Person Only

Get ready for a joyful, hands-on Purim celebration for the whole family!

This year, our program will bring the 4 Mitzvot of Purim to life.

We’ll listen to the Megillah and cheer on the story of Esther, bake delicious hamantaschen to share as Mishloach Manot (food gifts), and assemble food gift bags for Maureen’s Haven as part of Matanot La’evyonim (charitable gifts). We’ll also enjoy a festive Meal – Seudat Purim together. To top it all off, families will be treated to a hilarious and memorable performance of “Megillah Mishegas” by ventriloquist Jonathan Geffner.

Come in costume, bring your Purim spirit, and celebrate with us!

Secrets of the Haggadah

Mondays | March 2, 9, 16, 30 | 4:00pm
In-Person & Virtual

For generations we’ve recited the Haggadah’s familiar words, sung its melodies, and acted out its rituals—often without realizing just how much lies beneath the surface. Secrets of the Haggadah is a five-part journey into the hidden layers of meaning embedded in one of Judaism’s most cherished texts.

Join Rabbi Josh Franklin as we uncover the surprising origins of beloved passages, decode symbols we take for granted, and explore the spiritual, historical, and psychological messages woven into the Seder. Each session opens a new doorway into the text, revealing how much more there is beyond what we read aloud once a year—reminding us that we may have only been skimming the tip of a profound spiritual iceberg.

Whether you’re leading a Seder for the first time or have been at the table for decades, this class will deepen your understanding, enrich your Passover experience, and transform the way you encounter the Haggadah.

Celebrate Purim with Chocolate & Joy!

Monday, March 2, 5:00pm
In-Person & Virtual

Join us for a delightful Chocolate Reception as we gather to celebrate Purim.

Festivities begin at 5:00pm, giving us time to enjoy a decadent spread of chocolate desserts before the reading of Megillat Esther at 6:00pm.

This celebration is for adults and children, please remember to come in costume.

Prizes will be awarded for best children’s costume and best adult costume.

We’ll be serving chocolate-inspired spirits as we usher in Purim!

Collage/Mixed Media Workshop

Thursday, March 5, 1:00–4:00pm
In-Person Only

Discover the expressive art of collage with artist Caro Dranow.

In this 1-day 3 hour workshop, students will explore a wide range of techniques and materials, including mark making, image transfers, compositional balance and more! Through playful experimentation with diverse materials, you’ll develop a personal visual narrative and discover the power of interdisciplinary art making. Students are encouraged to bring personal, found items and is perfect for all skill levels whether you’re an experienced artist or an absolute beginner. Come and have fun exploring a new outlook on your own creativity!

Souper Social

Thursday, March 12, 5:00pm
In-Peron Only

The Souper Social is a chance to do something simple—and meaningful—together.

Hosted at Most Holy Trinity, this community gathering brings people from across the Hamptons to share soup, conversation, and connection. Enjoy soups from local restaurants, meet new people, and sit at the table with neighbors you may not usually encounter—across faiths, cultures, and backgrounds.

In a time when so much pulls us apart, the Souper Social invites us to slow down, break bread, and be present with one another.

Interfaith Passover Seder

Monday, March 30, 6:00pm
In-Person Only

Telling The Story Together

Jewish Center of the Hamptons and St. Luke’s Episcopal Church invite you to join us for a meaningful Interfaith Passover Seder, an evening of learning, ritual, and shared reflection.

The Passover seder is one of the most iconic and enduring Jewish rituals—a storytelling experience centered on memory, redemption, and the ongoing human journey from slavery to freedom. For Christians, the symbols of the seder resonate deeply with familiar rituals and narratives, including those surrounding Jesus and the Last Supper. Eggs, matzah, and bread—whether matzah or wafer—carry layers of meaning that speak across traditions, inviting conversation rather than comparison.

Together, we will explore how these shared symbols illuminate both our similarities and our differences, and how the universal message of Passover—liberation, dignity, and hope— continues to speak powerfully in our world today.