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Mamma Mia! It's Almost Purim
MASKS ARE REQUIRED AT ALL EVENTS.
FEBRUARY 18 | THURSDAY | 1:30-3 PM
IF YOU KNEW ESTHER LIKE I KNOW ESTHER: PREPPING FOR PURIM WITH DEBBIE CIRULNICK
Examine events in the life of Esther through a close reading of Megillat Esther (the Book of Esther), integrating study of the traditional text with modern literary approach. Explore how Esther grew into her role as leader and savior of the Jewish people and how her life and actions are relevant to us. Click here for more information.
FEBRUARY 21 | SUNDAY | 4-6 PM
MAMMA MIA IT’S A CBI GIFT BAG PICK UP
Join the CBI board and staff as we kick off our Purim festivities! Drive through and pick up your free Purim gift from CBI as The Banyan Bunch plays their hits! If you ordered a Sisterhood Shalach Manot Bag, you can also get your order during this time. Fulfill a mitzvah and bring a donation of a grocery store gift card or food for the Gulf Coast Jewish & Family Services Food Pantry.
FEBRUARY 23 | TUESDAY | 7:45 PM
PURIM AFTER DARK: THE MEGILLAH YOU DIDN'T LEARN IN HEBREW SCHOOL
FEBRUARY 25 | THURSDAY | 5-8 PM
CALLING ALL DANCING QUEENS (AND KINGS) IT’S A CBI TAILGATE PARTY!*
Put on your Purim costumes and join Doc Rock for a socially-distanced concert in the CBI parking lot at 5PM. Enjoy the concert safely from your personal vehicle and participate in a costume contest, in-person and over zoom. Costume contest participants are entered to win a prize. You must dress up to win!
*REGISTRATION REQUIRED to attend this event. Register here.
(Pictured: Doc Rock)
MAMMA MIA DIGITAL SPIEL 6:15PM
Our CBI actors sing the songs of ABBA in a special pandemic version of MAMMA MIA Purim Spiel. Stay after the Doc Rock concert as we air the spiel on the big screen, drive-in style. Participants can watch the big screen safely from their car.
Can’t make it to CBI? As always, the show can be viewed on-demand from home. Click here to watch at home - the video will go live at 6:15 PM and be available at any time afterwards.
LATE EVENING MINYAN & MEGILLAH READING OVER ZOOM 8PM
After we rocked and spieled at CBI, join us online from your homes for an evening minyan and megillah reading. Or, register here for limited in-person attendance (masks required). Download a copy of the megillah reading here.
MAC & CHEESE YOUTH GROUP FUNDRAISER
Back by popular demand, CBI's Youth Group is selling boxed Mac & Cheese groggers for a suggested donation of $2 at the start of the event. Exact change is appreciated!
FEBRUARY 26 | FRIDAY | 8:30 AM & 5-6:30PM
At 8:30AM, join us in person or via Zoom for a Purim morning minyan with megillah reading and spiel reprise. Click here for information on how to attend.
“TAKE A CHANCE” ON PURIM JAMMIES AND JEANS*
Join us for at 5:00pm Purim Jammies and Jeans and Kabbalat Shabbat service for young families in the parking lot. Get comfy, hear the story of Purim, create a grogger craft with your friends and listen to a Spiel. Click here to register.
*REGISTRATION REQUIRED to attend this event.
6:11PM candle lighting.
PURIM AT HOME:
Helpful links for Purim at home
Sat, February 27 2021
15 Adar 5781
Today's Calendar
Shushan Purim |
Shabbat Morning Service : 9:00a |
Havdalah : 7:12p |
: 7:15p |
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Upcoming Events
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Saturday ,
FebFebruary 27 , 2021
Shabbat, Feb 27th 9:00a to 12:00p
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Saturday ,
FebFebruary 27 , 2021Zoom Havdalah
Motzei Shabbat, Feb 27th 7:15p to 7:30p
Join us over Zoom for Havdalah: https://zoom.us/j/5403365269?pwd=b3gvbktyTDRtZ080N2YrNmVMaHlFUT09 -
Monday ,
MarMarch 1 , 2021
Monday, Mar 1st 1:30p to 2:30p
Read a variety of essays, short stories, and poetry. Then share your thoughts during this moderated online book club occurring weekly. -
Tuesday ,
MarMarch 2 , 2021Talmud Made Easy with Steve Wein
Tuesday, Mar 2nd 11:00a to 12:00p
March 9th class is canceled. - https://zoom.us/j/4475099917 Continue our study of Tractate Berachot (Blessings). No prior participation needed. No prior knowledge of Hebrew or Aramaic is needed. Study materials are provided. Participate in a lively discussion as the materials lend themselves and learn the derivation and reason for many of our rules and customs of prayer. -
Tuesday ,
MarMarch 2 , 2021
Tuesday, Mar 2nd 7:00p to 9:00p
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Wednesday ,
MarMarch 3 , 2021
Wednesday, Mar 3rd 9:15a to 10:00a
https://zoom.us/j/5403365269 Enjoy coffee and conversation with Rabbi Philip Weintraub. -
Wednesday ,
MarMarch 3 , 2021Conversion Class/Intro to Judaism
Wednesday, Mar 3rd 6:45p to 8:30p
Looking to convert to Judaism? Born Jewish and want to know more? Sharing your life with a Jew and want to crack the code? This course explores Jewish culture, history, and wisdom in a setting where questions are more important than answers. Classes are joined with beautiful Shabbat celebrations, supportive discussion groups, and many opportunities for interactive, experiential learning. -
Friday ,
MarMarch 5 , 2021
Friday, Mar 5th 10:00a to 11:00a
https://zoom.us/j/4475099917 Study the weekly parsha in a congregant led Zoom chat. Study materials will be provided during the session. -
Friday ,
MarMarch 5 , 2021Kabbalat Shabbat Service
Friday, Mar 5th 5:15p to 6:00p
Service will be live-streamed at CBIStPete.org/virtualcbiservices and via Facebook. -
Saturday ,
MarMarch 6 , 2021
Shabbat, Mar 6th 9:00a to 12:00p