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Havdalah & Rosh Chodesh Elul (Aug 23, 7pm, in person): What does it mean to prepare? Themes of the High Holidays. --- Elul - the Hebrew month before Rosh HaShanah - is a time for spiritual preparation. We are meant to begin taking an account of our souls, thinking about the moments we missed the …
Join Rabbi Eliana Fischel and our 2239 community for a moment of stillness and reflection in preparation for the High Holidays. The Jewish month of Elul invites us to look inward before Rosh Hashanah. Together, we will explore its meaning and try out practices to ready our minds and our hearts for the year ahead. The location is walkable from the …
Fast. Fun. Fierce Competition! All equipment will be provided, so just bring yourself (and a friend) and be ready to have a blast on the court. For beginners and pros alike!
*RESCHEDULED* Come hang out with other Jews of Color and their families for a laid-back summer afternoon at the park. Join us with a picnic blanket or some chairs, snacks to share, and any outdoor games you’d like to bring. We will also bring snacks, drinks, games, and other summer fun! If you have any …
Who will take the crown this year? Enjoy the showcase of talent, style, and Jewish queerness as contestants compete for the honor of winning the annual NJB+ Pageant. Proceeds benefit The DC LGBTQ+ Community Center, a local organization that educates, empowers, uplifts, celebrates, elevates, and connects LGBTQIA+ communities through health and wellness, arts and culture, …
Come join us for a special Dining Out event at Kemp Mill Synagogue! We're excited to honor our local veterans and enjoy a delicious meal together. The event will take place at 11910 Kemp Mill Road, Silver Spring, MD. It's a fantastic opportunity to show our gratitude and spend time with fellow community members. Let's …
Come join us as we partake in the magic of letter writting. Elul is a month of reflection. We will take time to reflect and to write letters and send cards to whom we choose. It could be to ourselves, to loved ones, to Hashem, or to friends both here and abroad. At the end …
Join Moishe House Bethesda for Shmear & Shiur, our new monthly series where we dive into Jewish texts with local rabbis over bagels. This month, we’re excited to welcome Rabbi Sender from Chevy Chase Chabad for an informal and engaging discussion. He’ll be guiding us through a thought-provoking Jewish topic of his choosing—come ready to learn, ask questions, …
A perfect event if you’re new to the community, come join us for a low key Happy Hour at Punch Bowl Social🍸. There will be drinks 🍺, yard games🎯, arcade games🕹️, and great people 👬👭. FYI happy hour specials end at 6:30 🤫. *Rescheduled from the 18th to the 25th*
This Elul, we tap into the timeless teaching that the King is in the field, a time when connection feels more open, personal, and within reach. Grab a brush, sip something sweet, and paint what this beautiful idea means to you. No art skills needed. Light refreshments, uplifting vibes, and meaningful connection with …
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.
A selective leadership experience for those called to cultivate meaningful connections at the Den among folks in their 20s–40s across our community. Fellows will receive training in relational community organizing, spiritual listening, and community network weaving — drawing on the wisdom of Den leaders and select outside professionals who bring expertise in building inclusive, values-driven …
