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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.
Tai Chi is a mentally challenging self-defense art that derives its power from the cultivation of internal strength, rather than muscle power. In this “freshman level” beginners class, students learn the solo form. Skip Dates: 9/1 and 9/22
Join us for a fun and creative evening at our Mezuzah Cover Paint & Sip! We'll provide all the supplies you need to design your own unique mezuzah cover—no experience necessary. Sip on wine, relax with friends, and let your artistic side shine. At the end of the night, you'll have a one-of-a-kind mezuzah cover …
Come watch Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping. We will have snacks (dairy, vegan, and kosher options), a comfy couch, and friends. After the film, we will discuss what makes Jewish comedy Jewish. Note, this event will take place in Jonah and Juliet's apartment in NOMA, which has two very friendly cats.
Get out of my swamp and go to the Wharf. Join us on the water 🌊 for an outdoor viewing of Shrek🦖🫏🤴👸! Meet us at Transit Pier or Lord Farquaad will be pissed.
Food & Friends is the only community-based organization in the D.C. region providing home-delivered medically tailored meals, medically tailored groceries and medical nutrition therapy to our neighbors living with cancer, HIV/AIDS, and other serious illnesses. Join WHC members on the first Friday of each month as we prepare food for Food & Friend’s clients. Volunteer …
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. If this is your first …
This experience is: Laid-back, intimate, heavy on music, and lighter on prayer It’s led by: Musician Aaron Shneyer 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
Ruth Elenberg Eisenberg (born Rachel Sygal Epstein in 1935 in Skalat, Poland) is a Holocaust survivor and volunteer at the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum. During the Nazi occupation, Ruth survived multiple Nazi actions and the liquidation of the Skalat ghetto by hiding in basements, barns, and forests, with the help of courageous non-Jewish rescuers, …
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Clean up the Anacostia River in style! Join the EDCJCC and Living Classrooms to clean up trash and debris from the river while paddling in a kayak. You’ll be guided by staff certified in paddling education and CPR/First Aid. Participation is open to children ages 5 and up, and they must be accompanied by an …
Join us for an informal and reflective gathering, two days after Tisha b’Av. We'll begin with dinner (since the fast has passed), followed by a short study of Eicha and a powerful sharing from second-generation Holocaust survivor Dianne Schafer. This evening will offer space to sit with difficult emotions—around antisemitism, trauma, and the fragile yet …
Guess Who has another game night♟️! Sorry! Do you need a Clue🎲 ? Our number Uno ♠️♦️ event is back and our house may have a Monopoly on it🧐. It’s worth the Trouble, I swear on my (game of) Life. 🔴🟡🟢🔵
Join us for a heartwarming afternoon of watercolor painting at Brighton Gardens! Every other month, we spend time with the incredible senior residents there, and it’s always a meaningful experience. This time, we’ll be breaking out the brushes and creating some beautiful art together. No painting experience needed—just bring your good vibes and creativity. It’s …
Join the EDCJCC at the Capital Jewish Museum to learn about the history and current work of local organization Food & Friends, featured in the Lillian and Albert Small Capital Jewish Museum’s special exhibition LGBTJews in the Federal City. Support their work by making birthday bags for people with life-challenging illnesses. The bags we decorate …
This is a four-week discussion-based course designed for couples in their 20s and early 30s who do not yet have children. The workshop is held four to five times throughout the year. This cohort meets on Wednesdays, August 6 – 27 from 6:30 – 8:00 pm. Rabbi Aaron facilitates a guided, nonjudgmental space for Jews and their …
Join us for Parsha, Pizza, and Prep at Moishe House Columbia Heights, where we’ll dive into the weekly Torah portion over pizza and great conversation. We’ll also roll up our sleeves to help prep for Shabbat and bring the warmth of community into the weekend.
Celebrate the Jewish holiday of love under the stars with a glowing bonfire, white attire, s'mores, drinks, and great vibes. Come for the fire- stay for the sparks.
Join us for Comfort Shabbat as we mark Shabbat Nahamu, a time of consolation and hope following Tisha B’Av. Wear your comfiest clothes, enjoy comforting foods, and reflect on themes of rest, healing, and renewal drawn from this special Shabbat.
Celebrate Tu B’Av, the Jewish holiday of love, with Moishe House Columbia Heights and Luv with Lev at a lively singles lunch designed to spark connection and community. Enjoy delicious food, fun icebreakers, and the chance to meet new people in a relaxed, welcoming setting.
Celebrate Tu B’Av, the Jewish festival of love, with a special candlelit Havdalah experience marking the end of Shabbat and the start of a new week. Often called the Israeli Valentine’s Day, Tu B’Av is a time for connection, joy, and new beginnings. Guests will wear color-coded name badges to indicate whether they’re single, taken, …
Pierre, a successful 33-year-old florist, has his life turned upside down by the sudden arrival of his mother Judith, whom he hasn’t seen for two years. Mercurial and extravagant, she suffers from bipolar disorder and has recently escaped from a clinic. Pierre has only one idea in mind: bring her back as quickly as possible …
Tamara and Adam, a chaotic and unpredictable couple, are on the brink of parenthood, but their lives are in turmoil. Just before being forced out of their Tel Aviv apartment, Tamara decides to look for a new home in Adam’s hometown of Haifa. What begins as a search for a place to live quickly becomes …
Moishe House Adam's Morgan will be touring the Capital Jewish Museum's exhibit on LGBTQ+ Jews in DC. Come learn from over 200 photos, 120 artifacts, and multiple oral histories! Afterwards, feel free to tour the museum’s permanent exhibit.
Join Fellow Young Jewish Professionals For An Unforgettable Night Under The Stars at D.C.'s Premier Rooftop Summer Soirée! In celebration of Tu B’Av – the Jewish holiday of love and unity, we’re bringing together the best of community, connection, and celebration: Open Bar featuring top-shelf spirits and signature cocktails Buffet Dinner + elegant Hors D'oeuvres …
Join the Edlavitch DCJCC and HiringCoach for a two-hour workshop designed specifically for federal employees and contractors impacted by the recent federal workforce cuts. During the first hour we’ll discuss leveraging AI tools including HiringCoach.ai, Happenstance, and ChatGPT for a more successful job search. Then, during the second hour, we’ll connect in small discussion groups …
Help replenish the blood supply in the DC metro area! It’s safe, easy, confidential, and extremely rewarding. The EDCJCC partners with Inova Blood Services to bring skilled technicians and top-of-the-line equipment for our quarterly blood drives. A few facts about donating blood: -One blood donation can save four lives -All donations stay in the Washington, …
Join Rabbi Eliana Fischel in a deep exploration of Moses’ first encounter with the Holy One. The beginning of Moses and God’s relationship can teach us about our own fears, vulnerabilities, and power when in relationship with others. In another year of “unprecedented times,” this text feels particularly poignant. Who knows?! Your insight may even …
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We're gathering all of our Shabbat Clusters members and friends for a mid-season hangout at Franklin Hall to celebrate the end of summer. We'll have camp-themed ice-breakers and activities to say farewell to summer. There will be separate spaces for those in their 20s and 30s/40s so you can hang with others your own age. …
Luv with Lev and Lisa Ratner Matchmaking are teaming up to host a fresh take on the typical singles mixer, designed for curious, connection-minded Jewish daters ages 35–49. We’ll kick things off with a light, engaging activity to help you break the ice and meet new people, without the pressure. Real conversations. Good vibes. Maybe …
FREE TICKETS SOLD OUT Tickets 🎟 are a discounted rate of $13. To receive this discount you must ✅RSVP on Partiful and Venmo $13 to @c-ooper by 3pm on 8/7. After 8/7 you're still welcome to attend but you must buy your own ticket. We’re heading back to Nationals Park⚾️⚾️🏟️! The Nationals will be facing …
Every day, blood donors help patients of all ages: accident and burn victims, heart surgery and organ transplant patients, and those battling cancer. In fact, every two seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood. It is likely that you or someone you know will need a blood transfusion in your lifetime. Due to recent drastic …
In moments of profound loss, the journey through grief can feel isolating, overwhelming, and deeply personal. At Washington Hebrew Congregation, we recognize the vital importance of communal support in navigating these difficult times. That’s why we are proud to introduce our reimagined Bereavement Support Group — a sanctuary where congregants can gather to share, learn, …
6:00 pm – Happy Hour* 7:00 pm – Service 8:15 pm – Dinner This service is: Inclusive and contemporary with familiar Shabbat elements You can expect: Uplifting music and a thought-provoking sermon. Meet Sixth & I’s new Associate Rabbi, Jenna Shaw (they/them), during happy hour! It’s a good fit for: Shabbat newcomers or those looking …
Take in the summer😎 on the water 🌊🐟. Sign up fast 🏃♂️💨 as the first 15 people get $10 off tickets 🎟️($22 for single kayak🚣, $32 for double 🚣♂️🚣♀️). We’ll meet at 🌉 Key Bridge Boathouse in Georgetown at 4 and be on the water from 4:30-5:30. If you’re one of the first 15 on …
Join Rodef 2100 on Saturday, August 16 for a Havdalah service followed by a delicious and immersive hibachi dinner experience prepared by professional chefs.
Cool off with some ice cream as we welcome in the new week with Havdalah and practice our language skills. Let's chat about the connection between Judaism and ice cream in the language of your choice! There will be English, Spanish, Hebrew, French, and more!
Planning an upcoming special event? This one is for you! This is not your typical open house. Join hundreds of other celebrants at the Capital Jewish Museum to finalize all of the planning for your celebration. Meet caterers, decorators, entertainers, photographers, planners, and more to plan your celebration in one day This is a one-stop-shop …
Join fellow knitters and crocheters to make handmade goodies for a great cause! Our goal is to contribute as many warm winter items as possible to distribute to individuals experiencing homelessness in the DC area. All levels of knitters and crocheters are welcome. Don’t know how to knit or crochet? We’ll teach you! What should …
Join us for an afternoon of service with Free Minds Book Club and Writing Workshop! Free Minds supports incarcerated and formerly incarcerated adults in the DC Jail, juvenile detention centers, the federal prison system, and reentry programs through classes and workshops focused on literary arts and social-emotional learning. Since its founding, Free Minds has provided …
Fantasy Football Draft Night is back—and this year, we’re taking the crown back from the gentiles! Whether you're a seasoned pro or brand new to football, all are welcome to join the league. Just remember: if you sign up, you're committing to setting your lineup every week. Our draft party will have snacks, good vibes, and plenty …
🧠 Trivia Enthusiasts & Foodies Unite! You're invited to Trivia Tapestry, an evening of friendly competition, delicious food, and community vibes! 🏆 Win swag and show off your skills 🍕 Enjoy pizza and trivia-related treats 🌍Mingle with fellow world travelers Join us on August 19, 2025, from 6:30 to 8:30 PM for a JDC-themed trivia …
Whether you feel you don’t know enough about Shabbat, live in a small or shared space, or are lacking culinary confidence, hosting a meaningful Shabbat dinner is easier than you’d think. Rabbi Aaron, your host with the most, will cover why the practice of Shabbat can be a value-add to your week, walk you through …
Join Rabbi Eliana Fischel in a deep exploration of Moses’ first encounter with the Holy One. The beginning of Moses and God’s relationship can teach us about our own fears, vulnerabilities, and power when in relationship with others. In another year of “unprecedented times,” this text feels particularly poignant. Who knows?! Your insight may even …
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Join Moishe House Columbia Heights and Keshavam DC for a vibrant afternoon of cultural exchange, where Jewish and Hindu traditions come together through food, music, and meaningful conversation. Celebrate community and connection as we explore shared values and diverse stories across cultures.
🐶🐕🐕🦺🐕🦺🐩🐕🦮🐕🦺🐩 Dog Shabbat!! Please bring your dogs and join us for shabbat in our backyard ☀️🌲🌳! We’ll be eating (hot) dogs 🌭🌭 and maybe even have some treats 🦴🎾 for the non-hot dogs. Bring as many dogs as you can but also please join us even if you don’t have one! RSVP on OneTable
Join us for Jewish Conspiracy Theories Shabbat—the Shabbat “they” don’t want you to know about. We’re serving food shaped like global elites, and we’ve confirmed appearances from the Twin Towers, space lasers, and possibly a Rothschild (or at least someone named Rachel). Whether you’re Mossad, AIPAC, or just here for the matzah balls, it’s time to …
Join your fellow 22- to 35-ish-year-olds after services at a YP-dedicated table during kiddush. We’ll have some nice conversation with good company…and maybe a game or two as well!
Summer…Summer…Summertime🤗! Water fights 💧💧and tye-dye🎨🪣 are back as we take back our days at summer camp🌞! Come in clothes that can get ruined and be ready for a lot of paint. There will also be lots of snacks🍉🍦🍓.
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!
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, …
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 …
Building on the Den’s commitment to peer leadership, we’re launching a new leadership cohort where emerging leaders receive rabbinic mentorship, peer support, and access to outside expertise as they learn to lead diverse Jewish learning experiences, guide ritual gatherings, and hold sacred space in community. Fellows develop facilitation and leadership skills in a supportive, spiritually …
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With so much pain and brokenness in the world, hope can feel naive, far-reaching, or even irresponsible. With Rabbi Jenna, explore how to approach hope not as a tool to escape, but as a practice of staying present and engaged. Drawing on the wisdom of Rebecca Solnit, Adrienne Maree Brown, and ancient Jewish texts, reflect …
Big questions deserve bold expression. In this hands-on, four-part art workshop, we’ll explore personal growth, release, and renewal through a Jewish lens. As the New Year approaches, use creativity as your tool for reflection. No art skills needed. Just curiosity, a bit of courage, and a willingness to try. Registration is $75 for the full …
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Can’t we just skip to the good part? Don’t you love AJR (Adam😛, Jacob😜, and Renee🤪). Test your knowledge as we face off in a game of Kahoot where you have to determine whether the answer is AJR(Adam😲, Jacob😳, and Renée🤯) or AJR🥁🎺🎻. Come for the snacks, stay for the random knowledge of AJR.
Moishe House Columbia Heights is seeing Parade the musical! In Parade, "Leo and Lucille Frank are a newly wed Jewish couple struggling to make a life in the old red hills of Georgia. When Leo is accused of an unspeakable crime, it propels them into an unimaginable test of faith, humanity, justice, and devotion. Riveting and gloriously hopeful, Parade reminds …
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Join Rabbi Eliana Fischel in a deep exploration of Moses’ first encounter with the Holy One. The beginning of Moses and God’s relationship can teach us about our own fears, vulnerabilities, and power when in relationship with others. In another year of “unprecedented times,” this text feels particularly poignant. Who knows?! Your insight may even …
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Let's face it, life in the district can feel rushed. Slow down by joining Moishe House Adam's Morgan to meditate, sing some niggunim, and drink some tea. Show up promptly at 7 for the meditation, or join after 7:30 for the singing.
Do you want to be a lay leader in your community? Are you interested in learning useful skills for creating close connections with people? Or have you ever thought to yourself: wow I wish I had a friend group? Come to the building community workshop! Together we will learn useful skills and create a toolbox …
Join us for an unforgettable afternoon at the ballpark as the Washington Nationals take on the Tampa Bay Rays! Expect all the summer classics—hot dogs, Cracker Jacks, and plenty of baseball nostalgia. Whether you're a die-hard fan or just in it for the vibes, this is the perfect way to soak up the season. The …
Join the NSP Justice Team for a havdalah to welcome the new week followed by a neighborhood stroll where we will meet neighbors in the community, and watch for/document behavior by police and ICE agents in the area, if any incidents occur. This is a revival of the occasional neighborhood cop watch strolls hosted by …
You love it. We love it. It's back. Join us for our sixth Bagel Brunch of 2025, a relaxed morning of good food and great conversation. Come connect over bagels, spreads, and community vibes.
The Nationals and The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington invite members of local Jewish organizations, synagogues, and all of Jewish Greater Washington to join us for Jewish Community Day. Every ticket sold includes a $5 donation to benefit The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington to meet critical needs locally and around the world, and everyone …
Big questions deserve bold expression. In this hands-on, four-part art workshop, we’ll explore personal growth, release, and renewal through a Jewish lens. As the New Year approaches, use creativity as your tool for reflection. No art skills needed. Just curiosity, a bit of courage, and a willingness to try. Registration is $75 for the full …
Make Your Mark: Art and Reflection for the New Year Read More »
Join Rabbi Eliana Fischel in a deep exploration of Moses’ first encounter with the Holy One. The beginning of Moses and God’s relationship can teach us about our own fears, vulnerabilities, and power when in relationship with others. In another year of “unprecedented times,” this text feels particularly poignant. Who knows?! Your insight may even …
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Join other Jews of Color young professionals for an evening of connection, culture, and community. We’ll start off with wine, appetizers, and a chance to meet new friends and reconnect with familiar faces. Then, enjoy a private tour of the Capital Jewish Museum’s new exhibit: LGBTJews in the Federal City— a first-of-its-kind exploration of the …
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Join us for Torah on Tap🍻, a Happy Hour brought to you by Kesher Israel and Moishe Houses Bethesda, Columbia Heights, Admo, and Arlington🤯! The event will include drinks🍷🍸🍹, a brief Torah discussion, and lots of time to socialize at our NEW location, Sudhouse DC on U Street 🥃🍻.
We all know the High Holidays are coming. Yet somehow, the deep spiritual work feels like something we consistently forget to schedule until it’s right around the corner. In this four-session series for 35- to 50-year-olds, we’ll read Rabbi Alan Lew’s This Is Real and You Are Completely Unprepared, unpacking the rituals, questions, and tough …
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Who is the God of the High Holidays? Who have I been and who do I want to be? 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 mark, and …
6:00 pm – Happy Hour* 7:00 pm – Service *Happy Hour is 21+ This service is: Inclusive and contemporary with familiar Shabbat elements It’s led by: Rabbi Aaron with Sixth & I’s musicians You can expect: Uplifting music and a thought-provoking sermon It’s a good fit for: Shabbat newcomers or those looking for an unexpected …
Join 2239 for Metro Minyan at the Capital Jewish Museum. We are so excited to once again fill the oldest synagogue in D.C .with music, prayer, and spirituality. It will be your familiar, accessible, and musical Metro Minyan service and dinner, just in an old/new beautiful space! The Lillian and Albert Small Capital Jewish Museum …
Join us for multiple Shabbatot in Elul as we gather around the table to sing and learn together in advance of the High Holy Day season. Enter the High Holy Days uplifted, challenged, and ready for the growth mindset the season offers us. September 6 with Rabbi Krinsky September 13 with Rabbis Alexander, Holtzblatt & Dassa September 20 with Rabbi …
