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=== Holiday Programs ===
Chabad of Merrick is most visible to the public during the '''Jewish holidays''', when it hosts well-attended programs that bring the wider community together. Some of the highlights include:

* '''Public Menorah Lightings''' at the Merrick LIRR station and other central locations, attended by hundreds of participants, along with local officials and media coverage.
* '''Purim Celebrations''' featuring Megillah readings, themed costume parties, Purim carnivals for children, ''mishloach manos'' campaigns, and festive meals.
* '''Passover Model Matzah Bakery''' where children learn how matzah is made from scratch.
* '''Community Seders''' that welcome Jews from all backgrounds to experience a meaningful and joyous Pesach.
* '''Lag B’Omer Picnics''', games, and activities at local parks.
* '''Sukkah Mobile''' tours to local homes, schools, and shopping centers for people to make a brachah on the ''lulav and esrog''.
* '''Shofar in the Park''' events around Rosh Hashanah, with accessible shofar blowings for all ages.
* '''Yom Kippur educational experiences''' for children and families.
* '''Simchas Torah parties''', dancing, and treats for kids.
* '''Tu B’Shevat Seders''', nature activities, and Jewish environmental programming.
* '''Shavuos Ice Cream Parties''' and the reading of the Aseres Hadibros.