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 …

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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 …

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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 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 …

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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 …

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Join us for our Young Professional Outdoor Event In honor of Tu B'Av - The Ancient Holiday of Love! Enjoy a delicious BBQ, Lawn Games, Drinks, Alcohol-Infused Gelato and great company! Meet and schmooze with other Young Jewish Professionals and enjoy: Beef BurgersHot DogsIsraeli Pargiot ChickenBaked BeansCornSaladsWatermelonWine and BeerLawn GamesCool off with Boozery's Alcohol-Infused Gelato …

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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 …

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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, …

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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 …

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