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SUMMARY:Securing Our Jewish Future
DESCRIPTION:As Israel enters a new and uncertain chapter\, grappling with relief\, reflection\, and profound moral complexity\, Dr. Tal Becker\, Vice President of the Shalom Hartman Institute and veteran Israeli peace negotiator\, offers rare insight into what’s next for Jewish communities worldwide and right here at home. \nHis message is clear: our safety\, strength\, and future are interconnected. \nThis unique opportunity to engage with Dr. Becker about how we can protect our community’s future is by invitation only. \nQuestions? Contact us.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/securing-our-jewish-future/
LOCATION:Washington\, DC*\, Washington\, DC*
CATEGORIES:Community Security & Antisemitism,Federation,Israel & Global Jewish Life
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SUMMARY:Torah with the Times - JFNA
DESCRIPTION:Torah with the Times is a weekly gathering that explores how the lessons of the Torah shape our lives today and guide us through the challenges and opportunities of the modern world. Together\, we study the weekly Torah portion\, uncovering timeless wisdom through thoughtful discussion and the uplifting power of song. This inclusive and engaging space welcomes participants of all ages and learning backgrounds to reflect\, find inspiration\, and grow spiritually. \n\nDeepen knowledge and understanding of Jewish wisdom\, and values relating to the weekly Torah portion\nEmpower a sense of connection to Jewish text\, worldly wisdom and traditions\nDevelop a sense of a micro-community centered around Torah as professionals and lay leaders\n\nThursdays at 12:15 PM ET. Led by Rabbi Isaiah Rothstein.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/torah-with-the-times-jfna/2025-10-30/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Virtual\, Virtual
CATEGORIES:JFNA
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Federations of North America":MAILTO:info@JewishFederations.org
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SUMMARY:Voices from Kibbutz Re’im
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Congregation Beth El for a powerful evening of learning\, remembrance\, and connection. Hear from Zohar Livne Mizrahi (50)\, a social worker and secretary of Kibbutz Re’im\, who was evacuated with her family to Eilat after October 7. Mizrahi will share her community’s story in a 60-minute Q&A panel covering what life at Re’im was like before October 7\, the aftermath of the attack and its impact on the community\, Re’im’s plans for recovery and rebuilding\, and the new partnership between Kibbutz Re’im and the Jewish Federation of Greater Washington\, which is helping connect our local community to Re’im’s recovery and rebuilding efforts. \nThere will also be a special Virtual Reality (VR) program presented by Israel-Is. With 24 VR headsets\, participants will step into Kibbutz Re’im and the grounds of the Nova Music Festival\, located adjacent to the kibbutz. The program includes a walk through the festival site as it stood before and after the attack and three first-hand testimonies from two Nova survivors and one Israeli police officer who was there. \nZohar’s visit to the DMV is part of Federation’s ongoing commitment to strengthen the bond between Greater Washington and our Israeli partner communities\, fostering understanding\, healing\, and hope through shared stories and experiences. This event\, in particular\, offers a unique chance to engage with stories of courage and resilience while bearing witness through both conversation and immersive technology.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/voices-from-kibbutz-reim/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth El of Montgomery County\, 8215 Old Georgetown Road\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Crisis Response & Resilience,Federation,Israel & Global Jewish Life,Israel Connections
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ORGANIZER;CN="Congregation Beth El":MAILTO:info@bethelmc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251030T193000
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SUMMARY:Hallel Together: A Moment For Gratitude
DESCRIPTION:SVIVAH is gathering this Thursday\, October 30th @ 7:30-8:15pm ET to mark and celebrate the return of the living hostages and to pray for the return of the remaining hostages. Even though things still feel complicated\, we think it is important to take time and express gratitude for some of the miraculousness of this moment. \nThe gathering will be structured around Hallel — a prayer of praise and thanksgiving\, literally meaning “praise” in Hebrew. Please join us for this gathering of torah and song and thanksgiving. After coming together so many times over these past two years in prayer and pain\, we want to take a moment for gratitude together as a community. \nAs always\, SVIVAH welcomes women 12+ and learners of all backgrounds. Questions? Reach out to us at connect@svivah.org
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/hallel-together-a-moment-for-gratitude/
LOCATION:DC
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Israel & Global Jewish Life
ORGANIZER;CN="SVIVAH":MAILTO:connect@svivah.org
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SUMMARY:The Golden Age of American Jewry Is Not Over: Defending Democracy in Turbulent Times
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Rabbi David Saperstein\nDirector Emeritus\, Religious Action Center of Reform Judaism \nAmerican Jews have experienced unprecedented freedom and opportunity in this nation. Yet\, today\, we witness threats to the very democratic institutions that made this golden age possible\, from intensifying political polarization and rising hate crimes\, disproportionately affecting Jews\, to the erosion of the rule of law and minority rights. Some say that Golden Age is over; some are committed to preserving it. Defending democracy is not merely a matter of self-interest but about fulfilling our deepest obligations to the principles ensuring that all minority communities can thrive in a pluralistic society\, the principles that transformed America into a beacon of hope for all in our own land and for the oppressed worldwide. What should be our response to these challenges at this crossroads for our nation and our community? \nRegister to receive the Zoom link to join us online.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/the-golden-age-of-american-jewry-is-not-over-defending-democracy-in-turbulent-times/
LOCATION:Zoom Webinar\, MD\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Haberman Institute for Jewish Studies":MAILTO:info@habermaninstitute.org
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