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Diane Warren, one of the most prolific songwriters of all time, with a four decade track record of writing mega hits for industry giants, emerges as a force to be reckoned with in Diane Warren: Relentless. Boasting 15 Academy Award nominations, an Honorary Oscar along with Grammy, Emmy, and Golden Globe Awards, Diane has etched …
We will be once again be celebrating the holiday of Purim in-person (as well as virtually) at the EDCJCC. We will join together for a Bet Mishpachah festive Purim Celebration. Megilla reading, songs, and a spiel - we've got it all for you. Rabbi Jake will lead us through the Purim story with many laughs …
Internationally acclaimed playwright José Rivera directs his profoundly intimate tragicomedy that asks what it means to be human as we embrace the technology of our future – and it embraces us. Aislin needs constant support in her later years, and her care is placed in the hands of an AI robot-caregiver – designed to look and sound human – named Stacy. The unexpected relationship that blossoms between them sparks questions of what …
Spend an evening sipping and noshing on something sweet and savory just in time for Purim! We will learn how to make hamantaschen with themes featuring flavors that are inspired by Jews from around the world – think dulce de leche, ube jam, shakshuka, and more. We will also do a tzedakah project in honor …
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Join other Jews of Color and their families to make hamantaschen from scratch! This will be a workshop led by Sara Shamaskin, a skilled baker in our community. We'll make the dough and fillings, and send you home with hamantaschen to bake in your own oven. We will also share Purim stories from around the …
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The Queer Rosh Chodesh Group will draw on the tradition of feminist Rosh Chodesh gatherings to explore the themes of the upcoming Jewish month through a queer lens. This gathering, led by Based-In DC’s Rabbi Avigayil Halpern, will take place monthly on or before Rosh Chodesh, the first day of the Jewish month, and is …
With a ship’s-horn power voice & irresistible stage presence, Nani defends the endangered Ladino language. Her fascinating migration mix seeps into her songwriting, fusing the sounds of the marketplace with Flamenco drama.
What does it mean to be creative? What can creativity teach us about Judaism and what can Jewish wisdom teach us about creativity? In this four part series, we will use diverse written works as a jumping off point to explore our own creativity. We will engage with the wisdom of creatives across history, from …
La Lucha follows the inspiring journey of Feliza, Mareele, Rose Mery, and Miguel, who led a powerful movement advocating for the rights of people with disabilities. Over the course of 35 days and 250 miles, they rally hundreds of supporters as they trek across the harsh Andes to reach the Bolivian capital. Enduring hunger, extreme …
We know that many members of our EDCJCC community who work in the federal government are experiencing tremendous stress from the recent changes in the federal workforce. We are here to support you and offer a safe space to be together and build community and hope. If you are a federal worker, join us for …
The Afro-Semitic Experience is an American roots jazz band with a difference. Founded in 1998 by pianist Warren Byrd and bassist David Chevan, they have been performing, recording, and teaching together for over 25 years. Their friendship ignites their passion and purpose: Together, as a band, they merge their musical roots, Jewish and Afro-diasporic melodies and grooves, combining the …
The Queer Rosh Chodesh Group will draw on the tradition of feminist Rosh Chodesh gatherings to explore the themes of the upcoming Jewish month through a queer lens. This gathering, led by Based-In DC’s Rabbi Avigayil Halpern, will take place monthly on or before Rosh Chodesh, the first day of the Jewish month, and is …
