With the approach of the joyous holiday of Purim, the Jacksonville Jewish community is in for a treat once again. Chabad is gearing up for another production of its Annual Purim Gala to take place on Sat. Night, March 22, 9:00 pm at Chabad Mandarin’s location, 10129 Haley Road.
The event, now in its 16th year, has become a hallmark of Jewish joy and solidarity. "This event brings Jews of all ages and backgrounds together with the single purpose of sharing the joy and warmth of our common Jewish heritage," says Rabbi Mendy Browd, of Chabad of Mandarin, one of the event's sponsors.
This year the Annual Purim Celebration will take on a unique twist – Purim, Hawaiian Style. The Hawaiian-inspired menu and lively island motif will have participants feel as if they’ve actually washed ashore the exotic tropical Islands.
The lively music, exquisite cuisine, tropical ambiance, and joyous Purim spirit, is to be rivaled only by the featured entertainment – renowned comedian, Avi Liberman.
The quirky style, which has become his hallmark, has rendered him a favorite in comedy clubs from Los Angeles to New York. Born in Israel, raised in Texas, having gone to college in New York, and now living in Hollywood, his repertoire is influenced by a rather wide range of diverse experiences. His style is a winning combination of life experiences and topical issues told through a varied blend of characters and voices with worldwide expertise.
A successful commercial actor, Avi has appeared in spots for "Mercedes," "L.A. Cellular," "Miller Lite" and most recently "Starbucks" and "Net Zero." He has appeared at the prestigious Montreal Just for Laughs Festival.Since 2001, Avi has successfully arranged widely acclaimed stand-up comedy tours in Israel to help boost morale while donating all of the proceeds to a charity called "Crossroads," working with homeless and drug-addicted teens in the Jerusalem area.
"We are very fortunate to be able to present this high caliber of entertainment to the Jacksonville community," notes Rabbi Shmuli Novack, Director of Chabad of Southside. "Avi Liberman is a hilarious comedian and we are privileged to have him perform at the Purim Celebration."
The Gala is sponsored by Chabad of Northeast Florida: Mandarin, the Beaches, Southside, and S. Augustine. Proceeds will further Chabad’s diverse outreach activities in the greater Jacksonville area.
Tickets may be purchased in advance from your local Chabad Center. Cost of the tickets are, $36 per adult and $18 per Child or Student.
We are most grateful for your sponsorship of $180, $260, $360, $500, or$1,000.
For more information and to reserve call Chabad: Mandarin, 262-6641, Southside 646-4434, the Beaches 543-9301, or S. Augustine 521-8664.
Or visit ChabadBeaches.com, SouthsideChabad.com or Chabadsaugustine.com.
For more about Avi Liberman, visit his website, www.aviliberman.net