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The Joyous Celebration of Purim at RIJC

It was a festive Purim party at the Roosevelt Island Jewish Congregation (RIJC) last Saturday night! Around 50 people came together for an evening of fun for all ages, celebrating the wacky and joyous Jewish holiday.  The Roosevelt Island Daily…

Roosevelt Island Jewish Congregation Presented Queen Esther’s Gambit for Purim 5781/2021

By Janet Falk Purim, a joyous and comedic holiday celebration, filled with fun and parody based on the Biblical story of Esther, was celebrated online by Rabbi Joel Shaiman and the Roosevelt Island Jewish Congregation (RIJC) on Thursday night, February…

The Roosevelt Island Jewish Congregation Celebrates Purim

A Special Message from RIJC President, Nina Lublin: The RIJC is the oldest, longest-serving active egalitarian congregation on RI, engaging the community for more than 40 years.   We are multi-generational, welcoming, & responsive to our unique Island population.  …