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!

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 …

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*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 …

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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, …

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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 …

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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 …

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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, …

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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 …

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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.

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 …

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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.

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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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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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