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This experience is: Laid-back, intimate, heavy on music, and lighter on prayer It’s led by: Musicians Aaron Shneyer & friends! You can expect: Stirring music, a collaborative feel, and intentions that strike a chord It’s a good fit for: Those unafraid to sing like no one’s listening
Join your fellow D.C. young professionals as we welcome the start of Shabbat. At 6:30, we'll begin with a little bit of learning + hot appetizers and drinks followed by beautiful Kabbalat Shabbat services. Then we'll have a delicious dinner as we catch up with friends -- new and old. The museum's exhibits will be …
There are times in our lives when words fail to describe what we may be feeling. This is true for the commemorations of Yom HaShoah, Yom HaZikaron, and Yom HaAtzmaut. Words alone cannot describe the depths of our sorrow during the Holocaust and War of Independence, nor the heights of our joy after the establishment …
Yom HaShoah, Yom HaZikaron, Yom HaAtzmaut Shabbat Read More »
Usher in Shabbat with a user friendly service — enhanced by inspiring explanations and complemented by the stirring melodies of the Jewish composer Shlomo Carlebach. Join us and meet new people at our exciting dinners following services!6:30 p.m. – Carlebach Service 7:45 p.m. – Dinner Vegetarian Option – orders must be in by Wednesday!
Are we really friends? This Shabbat, we’re putting that question to the test. We’ve asked you to bring your friends, we’ve even asked you to bring your enemies—but now we want the ones in between. Invite your work buddies you’ve never seen outside the office, the friend-of-a-friend you’ve never hung out with solo, or that cool new …
Join Rabbi Emmanuel at 12:30pm on Saturday, May 3rd for Shabbat lunch and learning with the Den! We’ll enjoy a home-cooked meal, Shabbat rituals, and lots of opportunities for conversation with community members as we explore the weekly Torah portion while exploring resonances with our lives today. We will gather in a Metro accessible location …
Join Rodef 2100 and Temple Rodef Shalom's Israel Committee in celebrating Israel Independence Day and honoring the lives lost on October 7th at the NOVA music festival! Led by talented instructors, the event will feature a fun, high-energy, hour-long Zumba session—a cardio Latin dance workout perfect for all skill levels. Water and light snacks will …
Beginning on the 2nd night of Passover, we count the Omer, for 49 days, until we arrive at the festival of Shavuot. Counting the Omer began as a count toward the spring harvest, and it has evolved into a spiritual accounting. The Omer is a period for introspection, grounding, and personal growth, in preparation for …
Nature Walk + Learn: Spiritual Grounding During the Omer Read More »
It’s bagels, lox, and friends, is any other information needed? Gluten free bagels will be available as well. Come for a laid back start to your Sunday morning.
Israel is celebrating 77 years of independence! Join us for a tasty celebration featuring delicious Israeli cuisine and a variety of fun activities. All ages are invited to participate in this family-friendly event with live performances, engaging crafts, fun Israeli workshops, entertaining games, and much more! Admission is free. Registration required (a donation of any …
Come learn more about a new Jewish community initiative to support people who are looking for a relationship! No registration required. More info and get the Zoom link on the website.
*Conversation will start at 7:30, so arrive around 7 to mingle and get food* Commemorate Yom HaZikaron with a meaningful evening in conversation with a Holocaust survivor. Food will be provided as we listen to their story live on zoom and have the opportunity to ask questions. Let’s take this time to reflect on the …
