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Purim Secrets (Tickets here) Join Pnima and Nuriel on February 25th for a powerful pre Purim immersive experience at the Jerusalem Theater, an evening of Torah, music, and stories that open the heart and prepare us to enter Purim with depth and joy. Tickets available here. To learn more about Pnima, join the WhatsApp group or visit www.pnimajerusalem.com.
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JLM Events 👀
Sunday (February 22) ⭐
Anything4ALaugh (Details here) - Nothing better than a classic comedy night out at Mike’s Place! Enjoy a killer lineup of 4 English speaking comedians. While their material is different, one thing remains true for all - they’re all bloody hilarious!
Technology Made Simple at NBN (Register here) - If you struggle with tech, and want to build up your digital confidence, join the Nefesh B’Nefesh Post-Aliyah Answers and Advocacy team at this event that’ll break it all down. With hands-on guidance on how to use your smartphone for transportation and healthcare to banking and more, you’ll leave feeling informed, empowered, and in control.
OU Israel Mother–Daughter Pre-Purim Event (Info here) - Join the OU Israel Women’s Division invites mothers and daughters (ages 9–12) for a fun and meaningful evening of art and inspiration at the Baka Matnas! Featuring chavruta learning, a mini-shiur, Kahoot, and a Purim art project.
Monday (February 23) 🧑🍳
A Taste of Togetherness (Register here) - Calling all Miluim Olim chadashim couples! If you’re looking for a night out to decompress and reconnect, this one is for you. Enjoy a hands on cooking workshop, with dinner and mocktails included.
OU NextGen: Pre-Purim Event (Register here) - Discover the Joy of Purim through a wonderful shiur by the famous Rav Gav at the OU Offices in Har Homa! Followed by a comedy workshop led by Debbie Hirsch, this is a great way to kick it into high gear as Purim inches closer.

Adar & The Inner Meaning of Purim Womens Shiur with Rebbetzin Malka Twerski-Friedman, Hornosteipol Rebbetzin of Beitar @Pnima in Katamon (details & RSVP here) - A special shiur for Rosh Chodesh Adar - Adar & the Inner Meaning of Purim. Led by Rebbetzin Malka Twerski-Friedman, Hornosteipol Rebbetzin of Beitar, a beloved Torah teacher of over 30 years who gives shiurim in the Old City, Rechavia, Beitar, Katamon and beyond. With warmth, depth, and chassidic wisdom, she brings Torah to life and inspires women of all backgrounds. Monday Morning, 10:45 refreshments, 11am shiur. RSVP for address. To learn more about Pnima, join the WhatsApp group or visit www.pnimajerusalem.com.
Tuesday (February 24)
Israeli Premiere of Guns & Moses at the Begin Center (Tickets here)- The Begin Center Presents In partnership with Pictures from the Fringe and Director Sal Litvak (The Accidental Talmudist) will be joining us for the Israeli premiere of his third movie – Guns & Moses. It is the story of a beloved Orthodox rabbi in a high desert community in the US who becomes a defender of his community after a terrible attack. A modern Jewish western. Not recommended for children under 12 (violence).
Wednesday (February 25) 🎭
Purim Secrets with NURIELxPNIMA (Tickets here) - Explore the hidden inner world of Purim through live music, breathwork, Torah, and storytelling. Together, we’ll create a soulful, immersive space to experience the quiet miracles, inner strength, and deeper meaning at the heart of Purim. To learn more about Pnima, join the WhatsApp group or visit www.pnimajerusalem.com.
Shuk Ochel Talpiot Purim Edition - Come celebrate with a joyful, colorful afternoon, perfect for the whole family. Starting at 4:00PM at 125 DBL, you’ll find activities for all ages - games, creative workshops, mishloach manot packing, and more. No need to register!
Thursday (February 26) ✨
Ricka Razel’s Pre-Purim Bash for Women (Tickets here) - Get ready for an unforgettable night as we prepare our hearts and souls for Purim. Our special guest Jordana will bring the soul and meaning of Purim to life, and Chaya Lev will lead our wild, uplifting dancing! And of course, there will be singing, connection and pure simcha with Ricka Razel. Bring a friend, your mom, your sister, your daughter, or any woman who loves joy, music and great vibes. This event is for women only.
Sunday (March 1) 🏃♂️
A Jerusalem Adventure (Details here) - Join us for the English Jerusalem Series inspired by the bestselling novel Someone to Run With by David Grossman, featuring guided tours with Sara Yarden, a film screening, and a nature hike. This series offers a meaningful way to discover Jerusalem, explore Nachlaot, and connect with fellow English-speaking olim.Participate in a single event or the full journey, including tours, a film at Lev Smadar Cinema, and a scenic hike from Lifta to Motza.
Monday (March 2) - Ta’anit Esther 👑
Tuesday (March 3) - Purim! 👯♂️
Boogie Purim (Register here) - Boogie Purim is going to take over The First Station this year! Kicking off at 22:00, we’ll dance into the night. Celebrate the freedom to be, your community, and your truest self. Doors are open to anyone who wants to dance, but registration is required!
Machon Tal and OU Israel ATID Purim Chagiga (Register here) - If you’re a woman in your 20s looking for a fantastic way to celebrate Purim, join us! Featuring dancing, divrei Torah, dinner, and more, this will be a great way to finish off the Purim celebrations with friends from the community. Registration is required!
Family Megillah Reading (learn more here) - Looking for a family friendly, super fun and exciting Megillah reading in Katamon? Join Pnima Shushan Purim evening for a Megillah reading experience you will never forget! Join the Pnima WhatsApp group here for up to up to date times and more purim fun! There will also be mincha and maariv before hand.
Wednesday (March 4) Shushan Purim! 🎆
Family Megillah Reading followed by Children's Party (learn more here) - Join Pnima Shushan Purim morning for a spirited Shacharit followed by family Megillah reading and children’s party. Brunch, face painting, arts-n-crafts, and more. It sure to be a fantastic way to start the morning for all! Join the Pnima WhatsApp group here for up to date times and more purim fun!

✨🎭 Purim Seuda at Pnima led by Reb Leibish Hundert of Yeshivat Simchat Shlomo (Details here) ✨🎭 - Join Pnima and Yeshivat Simchat Shlomo for a Purim Seuda you’ll never forget. It will be an afternoon of joy, niggunim, laughter, and deep purim light. Starting at 3:30pm at Pnima Jerusalem (Brurya 2, Katamon). Suggested donation: 50₪ and a bottle of wine 🍷. To learn more about Pnima, join the WhatsApp group or visit www.pnimajerusalem.com.
Jerusalem Giant Puppet Parade (Details here) - This one-of-a-kind celebration filled with towering puppets, vibrant performances, orchestras, dance troupes, and spectacular costumes is back! Enjoy the festivities along Ruppin Boulevard, and celebrate the magic of Purim in the most magical way - and in the most magical city!
Emunah Jerusalem Purim Seuda (RSVP Gaby Sagal 0547372254 or Esther Manheim 02-5639963) - Join Emunah Jerusalem from 1:30-4pm at 6 Arlozorov, Jerusalem. Music, Raffle with prizes, quiz, good company and tasty food.
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Enjoy your Seudah with family and friends! Remember to eat and drink responsibly, share Mishloach Manot (at least 2 brachot per package, and shared with at least one friend), and make time to fulfill the rest of this holy day’s Mitzvot בשמחה ובנחת.
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