Hillside—The Bris Avrohom “Academy” at Congregation Shomrei Torah Ohel Yosef Yitzchak will host its annual Purim Extravaganza on Wednesday, March 4 at 6 p.m. The theme will be First Grade and costumes are hoped to be reflective of that theme. The evening will begin with a megillah reading, with a simultaneous reading for preschoolers. The evening’s learning will be “The Story of the Jews in Persia.” Following the megillah reading, there will be a Purim meal held in the cafeteria, complete with a music and dance class given by world renowned singer Sandy Shmuely. The cost of the meal is $10/complimentary for friends and partners. The synagogue is located at 910 Salem Avenue in Hillside. On Purim morning, the 9 a.m. Torah and megillah reading will be preceded by Shacharit beginning at 8:30 a.m. All are welcome.