Join Hollywood Temple Beth El in the merry-making of Purim for the reading of excerpts from the Megillah, sharing in humor and enjoying Purim refreshments Wednesday, March 20, at 7:30 p.m.

The festival of Purim celebrates the survival of the Jewish people against all odds, based on the experience of the Jews of Iran 2,500 years ago.

There will be a special screening of the Jewish film classic, “Hester Street,” a recreation of the struggles and efforts of “greenhorn” immigrants making their way in the strange shores of America over a century ago.

There will also be a performance by a Russian folk dance ensemble.

Merry-makers are asked to come in costume, bring a dessert or light liquor to share with eight others and bring canned or boxed food for charity.

Hollywood Temple Beth El is located at 1317 N. Crescent Heights Blvd.

For information, call (323)656-3150 or email temple@htbel.org. Reservations can be made at bit.ly/2Hxdxwn.