BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Jewish Federation of Greater Washington - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Jewish Federation of Greater Washington X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.shalomdc.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Jewish Federation of Greater Washington REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T203000 DTSTAMP:20260430T040130 CREATED:20260305T201507Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T145526Z UID:10008207-1775125800-1775161800@www.shalomdc.org SUMMARY:Passover at Temple Rodef Shalom DESCRIPTION:Join Temple Rodef Shalom for Passover. On Thur\, Apr 2\, attend our 10:30 AM Festival Service followed by a Matzah Brei Brunch (registration required and closes Mon\, Mar 30). Register at https://templerodefshalom.shulcloud.com/form/passover-brunch-april-2026.html \nJoin us on Thur\, Apr 2\, at 5:30 PM for a family-friendly Second Night Seder led by Rabbi Amy Schwartzman and Rabbi Jeffrey Saxe (advance registration required and closes Fri\, Mar 20 at 12:00 PM). Register at https://templerodefshalom.shulcloud.com/form/passover-second-night-seder—2026.html \nOn Tues\, Apr 7 at 7:30 PM\, join Rabbi Schwartzman and Cantor Shochet for the Erev 7th Night of Passover & Yizkor Service. \nFor additional details and registration information\, visit https://www.templerodefshalom.org/passover/ URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/passover-at-temple-rodef-shalom/2026-04-02/ LOCATION:Temple Rodef Shalom\, 2100 Westmoreland Street\, Falls Church\, VA\, 22043\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Events & Gatherings,Jewish Holidays, Rituals, and Traditions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.shalomdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Passover-2.png ORGANIZER;CN="Temple Rodef Shalom":MAILTO:info@templerodefshalom.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T200000 DTSTAMP:20260430T040130 CREATED:20260227T200237Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T145525Z UID:10008177-1775149200-1775160000@www.shalomdc.org SUMMARY:Second Night Passover Seder - Am Kolel Jewish Renewal Community DESCRIPTION:Join us for a warm\, welcoming Second Night Seder that blends tradition\, conversation\, and community. Together we’ll retell the story of the Exodus through ritual\, song\, and shared reflection—making space for questions\, multiple perspectives\, and meaningful connections to our lives today. Whether this is your first seder or your fiftieth\, all are welcome at the table. \nWe’ll enjoy a festive\, vegetarian meal\, explore themes of freedom and responsibility\, and create a seder experience that is thoughtful\, inclusive\, and engaging for adults and families alike. Come as you are\, bring your curiosity\, and help us build a night of learning\, laughter\, and liberation. \nWe will be reading from The Promise of the Land: A Passover Haggadah by Rabbi Ellen Bernstein. URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/second-night-passover-seder/ LOCATION:Am Kolel Jewish Renewal Community\, 1729 Wilmart Street\, Rockville\, MD\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Jewish Holidays, Rituals, and Traditions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.shalomdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Screenshot-2026-02-25-104422.png ORGANIZER;CN="Am Kolel Jewish Renewal Community":MAILTO:admin@amkolel.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T210000 DTSTAMP:20260430T040130 CREATED:20260317T195159Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T145448Z UID:10008276-1775152800-1775163600@www.shalomdc.org SUMMARY:Second Night Passover Seder at Kol Ami DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Passover in community at Kol Ami Second Night Seder\, led by Rabbi Bruce Aft and Ari Jacobson. \nJoin us for an evening of connection\, tradition\, laughter\, and joy as we retell the story of the Exodus and explore its enduring messages for our own time \nDoors open at 6:00 pm\, with the Seder beginning at 6:30 pm. \nAdvanced registration required I Registration closes March 30th \nCost – Adults: $36 I Children (under 12): $13 URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/second-night-passover-seder-at-kol-ami/ LOCATION:Unitarian Universalist Church of Arlington\, 4444 Arlington Blvd.\, Arlington\, VA\, 22204\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Jewish Holidays, Rituals, and Traditions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.shalomdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Passover-Seder-04.02.png ORGANIZER;CN="Kol Ami%3A Northern Virginia Reconstructionist Community":MAILTO:admin@kolamivirginia.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T210000 DTSTAMP:20260430T040130 CREATED:20260309T152738Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T145525Z UID:10008228-1775154600-1775163600@www.shalomdc.org SUMMARY:Second Seder Night Passover Seder - Congregation Or Chadash DESCRIPTION:Welcome to singles\, interfaith families\, LGBTQ+ families\, and families of every shape and story! Service will be conducted by Rabbi Allison Kobey and soloist Deborah Sternberg. April 2\, 2026\, 6:30 (doors open at 6:00 pm). Buffet dinner – vegetarian option available upon RSVP request. $50 per adult\, $25 per child 6-12\, $15 per child 2-5. RSVP and payment due by March 23rd. Contact Susie to RSVP at sussruss2002@gmaill.com; payment can be made by check or PayPal. URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/second-seder-night-passover-seder/ LOCATION:Congregation Or Chadash\, 24800 Kings Valley Road\, Damascus\, MD\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Jewish Holidays, Rituals, and Traditions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shalomdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Second-Seder-Flyer.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Congregation Or Chadash":MAILTO:orchadashadmin@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260403T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260403T110000 DTSTAMP:20260430T040130 CREATED:20251103T171438Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T171438Z UID:10006675-1775212200-1775214000@www.shalomdc.org SUMMARY:Shabbat Playgroup DESCRIPTION:Fridays @ 10:30 AM\nDates: 11/21/25 – 1/30/26\nSkip Dates: 11/28\, 12/26 \nBest suited for ages 0 – 4 years old \nJoin us for a fun-filled morning celebrating Shabbat. Learn about customs\, traditions\, and prayers through music\, and movement. URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/shabbat-playgroup-51/2026-04-03/ LOCATION:Bender JCC of Greater Washington\, 6125 Montrose Road\,\, Rockville\, MD\, 20852\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Jewish Holidays, Rituals, and Traditions,Youth & Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shalomdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/challah-kids-hands-960x391-1413924042-2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Bender JCC of Greater Washington":MAILTO:mregev@benderjccgw.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260404T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260404T094500 DTSTAMP:20260430T040130 CREATED:20251107T164613Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T172708Z UID:10007338-1775293200-1775295900@www.shalomdc.org SUMMARY:Music Together DESCRIPTION:Saturdays @ 9:45 AM & 10:45 AM\nDates: 1/10/26 – 3/14/26 \nBest suited for ages 0 – 3 years old (older sibling’s welcome!)\nBuild on your child’s natural enthusiasm for music and movement and learn the skills to support the natural process of music development. URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/music-together-163/2026-04-04/ LOCATION:Bender JCC of Greater Washington\, 6125 Montrose Road\,\, Rockville\, MD\, 20852\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Youth & Education ORGANIZER;CN="Bender JCC of Greater Washington":MAILTO:mregev@benderjccgw.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260404T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260404T103000 DTSTAMP:20260430T040130 CREATED:20251107T193442Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T193442Z UID:10006781-1775295000-1775298600@www.shalomdc.org SUMMARY:Potomac Silly Soccer DESCRIPTION:Looking to keep your energetic tot active? Join Potomac Soccer for some silly soccer fun. Kids will learn age-appropriate skills that will keep your toddler engaged and foster a love for the game. \nSaturdays @ 9:30 AM\nDates: 11/22/25 – 1/31/26\nSkip Dates: 11/29\, 12/27 \nBest suited for ages 2 – 3 years old. URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/potomac-silly-soccer/2026-04-04/ LOCATION:Bender JCC of Greater Washington\, 6125 Montrose Road\,\, Rockville\, MD\, 20852\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Youth & Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.shalomdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/5zybndnf.png ORGANIZER;CN="Bender JCC of Greater Washington":MAILTO:mregev@benderjccgw.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260404T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260404T113000 DTSTAMP:20260430T040130 CREATED:20260227T202035Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T145525Z UID:10008186-1775296800-1775302200@www.shalomdc.org SUMMARY:Tot Pesachpalooza DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Pesachpalooza! A fun morning celebrating Pesach as a community of young families and featuring author Susan Kusel reading her award wining book The Passover Guest. Every family will receive a copy of the book for Susan to sign. \nThis is a perfect event for parents\, grandparents\, and little ones to enjoy together. Best for children ages 0-5 and their families. URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/tot-pesachpalooza/ LOCATION:Temple Sinai\, 3100 Military Road NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20015\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Events & Gatherings,Jewish Holidays, Rituals, and Traditions,Youth & Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shalomdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/tot-pesachpalooza-graphic.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Temple Sinai":MAILTO:eagler@templesinaidc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260405T104500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260405T113000 DTSTAMP:20260430T040130 CREATED:20251017T145202Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251017T180149Z UID:10006491-1775385900-1775388600@www.shalomdc.org SUMMARY:Abrakadoodle Mini Doodlers: Pets & Puppies DESCRIPTION:Registration Opens October 27th \nSundays @ 10:45 AM\nDates: 11/23/25 – 2/1/26\nSkip Dates: 11/30\, 12/28\nFor ages 3–5.\nDoodlers love their soft\, furry\, feathery\, purr-fect pets! It’s always a good time to learn more about pets through art! Get your pouncing paws ready to explore painting\, collage\, stamping\, 3D art and more. URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/abrakadoodle-mini-doodlers-pets-puppies/2026-04-05/ LOCATION:Bender JCC of Greater Washington\, 6125 Montrose Road\,\, Rockville\, MD\, 20852\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Youth & Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shalomdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Pets-Puppies-2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Bender JCC of Greater Washington":MAILTO:mregev@benderjccgw.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260405T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260405T170000 DTSTAMP:20260430T040130 CREATED:20260317T205721Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T145525Z UID:10008277-1775401200-1775408400@www.shalomdc.org SUMMARY:Passover: Freedom + Responsibility DESCRIPTION:Join us this Passover as we reflect on the moral weight of liberation. Once a people steps into freedom and self-determination\, what responsibilities arise? To protect the vulnerable\, to use power with care\, and to ensure that our own freedom does not come at the cost of another’s? \nWe’ll engage in some learning and guided discussion\, exploring Jewish wisdom and texts and reflecting as a group. \nNo experience necessary. Everyone is welcome. Specific location and additional details will be shared with registrants after the registration deadline. URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/passover-freedom-responsibility/ LOCATION:Specific location and additional details will be shared with registrants after the registration deadline. CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Jewish Holidays, Rituals, and Traditions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shalomdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/desert-passover-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260406T084500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260406T093000 DTSTAMP:20260430T040130 CREATED:20251017T145131Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251017T180221Z UID:10006551-1775465100-1775467800@www.shalomdc.org SUMMARY:Baby and Me Yoga DESCRIPTION:Registration Opens October 27th \nMondays @ 8:45 AM\nDates: 11/17/25 – 1/26/26\nSkip Dates: 12/22\, 12/29\, 1/19\nIncludes parent-baby postures and massage techniques designed to promote bonding with each other and bring a sense of calm to the baby.  Most enjoyed by parents who have babies under 9 months. URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/baby-and-me-yoga-108/2026-04-06/ LOCATION:Bender JCC of Greater Washington\, 6125 Montrose Road\,\, Rockville\, MD\, 20852\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Youth & Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shalomdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/babyyoga-960x431-1.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Bender JCC of Greater Washington":MAILTO:mregev@benderjccgw.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260406T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260406T123000 DTSTAMP:20260430T040130 CREATED:20260123T204401Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T204401Z UID:10007869-1775476800-1775478600@www.shalomdc.org SUMMARY:Ogen: Anchoring Together Cultivating a Practice of Resilience DESCRIPTION:“Ogen” is Hebrew for “anchor.” \nThis six-week workshop is an invitation to cultivate a practice of resilience with insight and connection\, anchoring our week with 30 minutes of Jewish wisdoms of self-awareness and emotional precision. Join us on Mondays at 12pm ET from Jan 26-Mar 2. Come when you can. Attend all sessions\, or join us for the ones you can. \nTaught by beloved SVIVAH educator\, Dr. Naama Sadan\, Ogen offers a much-needed space to explore resilience through the spiritual teachings of Yemima Avital\, renowned feminist psycho/spiritual scholar and educator. URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/ogen-anchoring-together-cultivating-a-practice-of-resilience/2026-04-06/ LOCATION:MD CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Events & Gatherings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.shalomdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Ogen-with-Naama-Sadan-dec2025.png ORGANIZER;CN="SVIVAH":MAILTO:connect@svivah.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260406T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260406T210000 DTSTAMP:20260430T040130 CREATED:20260121T013838Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T013838Z UID:10007571-1775503800-1775509200@www.shalomdc.org SUMMARY:Israeli Dancing DESCRIPTION:Join the fun on Monday nights!\n$10 per session\nAll levels and ages are welcome\nNo partner needed\nNo experience necessary\nIsraeli dancing is a great way to feel a part of a community; there’s nothing better than a circle of friends dancing together!\nRegister at https://www.htaa.org/event/israelidancing\n1840 University Blvd. W.\nSilver Spring\, Maryland 20902\n240-495-8736\nxtc0yes@aol.com URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/israeli-dancing-112/2026-04-06/ LOCATION:Congregation Har Tzeon-Agudath Achim\, 1840 University Blvd W\, Wheaton\, MD\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Events & Gatherings,Israel Connections,Jewish Identity & Inclusion ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.shalomdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Israeli-Dancing-Flyer.png ORGANIZER;CN="Congregation Har Tzeon-Agudath Achim":MAILTO:info@htaa.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T190000 DTSTAMP:20260430T040130 CREATED:20260319T173235Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T145525Z UID:10008290-1775584800-1775588400@www.shalomdc.org SUMMARY:Passover in the Park – Burke DESCRIPTION:Join us for a relaxed outdoor celebration with your Growing Jewish Families community! Bring a picnic dinner for your family as we come together to enjoy holiday books\, a fun Passover craft\, and the joy of celebrating the season together. This is a wonderful opportunity to connect with other Jewish families and create new traditions in a fresh and memorable way. Families are asked to bring their own food and drinks. \nLocation provided with registration. URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/passover-in-the-park-burke/ LOCATION:burke\, Burke CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Events & Gatherings,Jewish Holidays, Rituals, and Traditions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.shalomdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/GJF-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia":MAILTO:shalom@jccnv.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T203000 DTSTAMP:20260430T040130 CREATED:20251223T184712Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T184712Z UID:10007060-1775674800-1775680200@www.shalomdc.org SUMMARY:Introduction to Judaism at Temple Rodef Shalom DESCRIPTION:Beginning Wednesday\, January 21 at 7:00 PM\, Introduction to Judaism offers an 18-week journey into Jewish beliefs\, holidays\, texts\, history\, and culture. Ideal for interfaith couples\, spiritual seekers\, those exploring conversion\, and anyone eager to deepen their Jewish learning. Classes meet Wednesday evenings\, 7:00–8:30 PM\, at Temple Rodef Shalom\, led by Rabbi Alexandra Stein and Cantor Allen Leider. \nhttps://templerodefshalom.shulcloud.com/form/introduction-to-judaism-winter-spring-2026.html URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/introduction-to-judaism-at-temple-rodef-shalom/2026-04-08/ LOCATION:Temple Rodef Shalom\, 2100 Westmoreland Street\, Falls Church\, VA\, 22043\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Jewish Identity & Inclusion ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.shalomdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Community-Calendar-images-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Temple Rodef Shalom":MAILTO:info@templerodefshalom.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260410T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260410T110000 DTSTAMP:20260430T040131 CREATED:20260114T174239Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T194346Z UID:10007830-1775813400-1775818800@www.shalomdc.org SUMMARY:Women’s Philanthropy Coffee & Conversation Vienna DESCRIPTION:Join Sophie Buslik\, Assistant VP of Women’s Philanthropy\, for Coffee & Conversation\, a listening tour across Greater Washington to get to know each other better\, hear what you currently enjoy about Women’s Philanthropy\, address any questions\, and share ideas and suggestions. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister by April 8. \nQuestions? Contact Jordan Kaufman. \nThis gathering is open to all women at any giving level and will take place at a coffee shop in Northern Virginia. *For security purposes\, the location and street address will be emailed to each guest prior to the event\, using the email address provided at registration. \n\nWomen’s Philanthropy Leadership \nAbby Cherner\, Vice President\, Women’s Philanthropy \nSophie Buslik\, Assistant Vice President\, Women’s Philanthropy \nPaula Shoyer\, Ruby Lion Chair \nMarianna Ashin\, Lion of Judah Chair \nIlana Rothberg\, Pomegranate Chair  URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/womens-philanthropy-coffee-conversation-2026-va/ LOCATION:Vienna\, VA*\, Vienna\, VA* CATEGORIES:Federation,Leadership & Philanthropy,Women's Philanthropy ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shalomdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/IMG_9910-RV.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington":MAILTO:info@www.shalomdc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260410T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260410T110000 DTSTAMP:20260430T040131 CREATED:20260319T173249Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T145524Z UID:10008291-1775815200-1775818800@www.shalomdc.org SUMMARY:Wander and Wonder: Passover – Fairfax DESCRIPTION:Join us for a leisurely walk where families come together to connect\, explore\, and celebrate the season! As we meander\, we will discover and discuss meaningful Passover traditions\, making the journey itself a part of the holiday experience. This is a wonderful opportunity to get to know other Jewish families. \nLocation provided with registration. URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/wander-and-wonder-passover-fairfax/ LOCATION:Fairfax CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Events & Gatherings,Jewish Holidays, Rituals, and Traditions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.shalomdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/GJF-1-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia":MAILTO:shalom@jccnv.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260410T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260410T210000 DTSTAMP:20260430T040131 CREATED:20260317T205733Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T173520Z UID:10008278-1775847600-1775854800@www.shalomdc.org SUMMARY:Pasta Shabbat! 🍝 DESCRIPTION:Now that Passover has ended\, join us for a jovial Shabbat dinner where we can once again enjoy our favorite forms of chametz: bread\, pasta\, and of course\, plenty of challah! \nNo experience necessary. Everyone is welcome. Specific location and additional details will be shared with registrants after the registration deadline. URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/pasta-shabbat-%f0%9f%8d%9d/ LOCATION:Specific location and additional details will be shared with registrants after the registration deadline. CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Jewish Holidays, Rituals, and Traditions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shalomdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/pasta-shabbat.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T170000 DTSTAMP:20260430T040131 CREATED:20260306T170230Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T161939Z UID:10008224-1775916000-1775926800@www.shalomdc.org SUMMARY:Fighting Food Insecurity DESCRIPTION:Congregation Or Chadash (COC) has three activities for fighting food insecurity in Maryland. \n1. We have received $1\,000 microgrant from The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington to purchase food for Afghani refugees. COC partners with and interfaith refugee group New Neighbor Interfaith Alliance (NNIA). Afghani refugees often come with little resources. This microgrant will provide funding to buy halal meat\, milk\, fruit\, and rice for the neediest families in our community. \n2. COC will be providing a dinner for Stepping Stones Shelter. Stepping Stones is a family shelter that provides emergency shelter for up to six families at one time. \n2. We are also currently holding a canned food drive that will end on April 12th. The food we collect will go to Manna Food Center whose mission is to fight hunger in Montgomery County\, Maryland. \nFighting Food Insecurity is presented by Congregation Or Chadash in partnership with The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington and the generous support of The Sara and Samuel J. Lessans Good Deeds Day Fund. URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/fighting-food-insecurity/2026-04-11/ LOCATION:Congregation Or Chadash\, 24800 Kings Valley Road\, Damascus\, MD\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Crisis Response & Resilience ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shalomdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/food-pic-scaled.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Congregation Or Chadash":MAILTO:orchadashadmin@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T203000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T223000 DTSTAMP:20260430T040131 CREATED:20260324T211337Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T145448Z UID:10008315-1775939400-1775946600@www.shalomdc.org SUMMARY:B'nai Israel Young Professionals Mimuna Celebration! DESCRIPTION:Come join B’nai Israel Young Professionals for a night of flavor\, fun\, and authentic Mimouna magic – you won’t want to miss it!\nGet ready for a festive night full of vibrant Israeli Mizrahi music\, freshly made moufleta and sfenj\, and delicious Moroccan treats.\nAdd a touch of artistry with our henna artist creating stunning designs\, and raise a glass of arak as we celebrate luck\, joy\, and community. URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/bnai-israel-young-professionals-mimuna-celebration/ LOCATION:Bnai israel\, 6301 Montrose Road\, Rockville\, MD\, 20852\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Events & Gatherings,Jewish Holidays, Rituals, and Traditions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.shalomdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/BIYP-Mimuna-scaled.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260412 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260413 DTSTAMP:20260430T040131 CREATED:20260218T210048Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T140258Z UID:10008166-1775952000-1776038399@www.shalomdc.org SUMMARY:Good Deeds Day DESCRIPTION:The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington is proud to present Good Deeds Day\, in partnership with Jewish organizations throughout Greater Washington and the generous support of The Sara and Samuel J. Lessans Good Deeds Day Fund. \nHosting a Good Deeds Day event or program? 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This is a tale of pure resilience\, humor\, and heart. It also offers us a shared ‘small-world’ experience\, with surprising connections: Eitan\, a Charles E. Smith JDS graduate and former IDF Soldier joins us for a post-film Q&A. Producer/Director Elena Lefkowitz\, a former DC and Chevy Chase resident\, and whose children also attended CESJDS\, will join us as well.\nEnglish | Documentary | 71 Minutes | 2025 URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/cinema-j-looking-up/ LOCATION:Bender JCC of Greater Washington\, 6125 Montrose Road\,\, Rockville\, MD\, 20852\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.shalomdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Looking-Up-Cinema-J.png ORGANIZER;CN="Bender JCC of Greater Washington":MAILTO:mregev@benderjccgw.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260412T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260412T150000 DTSTAMP:20260430T040131 CREATED:20260313T175723Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T161614Z UID:10008252-1775980800-1776006000@www.shalomdc.org SUMMARY:Beth El Good Deeds Day DESCRIPTION:Good Deeds Day is Sunday\, April 12. There are several different ways to get involved in tikkun olam at Beth El including different projects and collections. \nProjects include: \n-INOVA Blood Drive\n-Upper School Bagel Sale for Kibbutz Nir Oz\n-Friends of Cabin John Creek Clean Up\n-Making Snack Packs for Bethesda Help\n-Crafting Red Scarves for Foster Care to Success\n-Food Sorting at Manna Food Center\n-Toiletry kit assembly for NCCF\n-Making sandwiches for Shepherd’s Table \nSandwich Making and Toiletry Kit Assembly is presented by Congregation Beth El in partnership with The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington and the generous support of The Sara and Samuel J. Lessans Good Deeds Day Fund. \nCollections include:\n-Diaper collection for DC Diaper Bank\n-Unused and expired medication collection for safe disposal\n-Essential needs collection for Interfaith Works\n-Puzzles\, games\, and book collection for Treehouse Child Advocacy Center \nFor more information and to register\, visit https://www.bethelmc.org/events/good-deeds-day-2026/ URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/beth-el-good-deeds-day/ LOCATION:Congregation Beth El of Montgomery County\, 8215 Old Georgetown Road\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Events & Gatherings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.shalomdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/04-12-26_Good-Deeds-Day-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Congregation Beth El":MAILTO:info@bethelmc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260412T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260412T170000 DTSTAMP:20260430T040131 CREATED:20260324T191505Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T191505Z UID:10008311-1775980800-1776013200@www.shalomdc.org SUMMARY:Support for Stepping Stones Shelter DESCRIPTION:Kehilat Shalom is providing support to Stepping Stones Shelter in Rockville\, Maryland on Good Deeds Day – Sunday\, April 12th. Stepping Stones Shelter provides emergency food and shelter to Montgomery County families experiencing homelessness. Our shelter project is presented by Kehilat Shalom in partnership with the Jewish Federation of Greater Washington and the generous support of the Sara and Samuel J. Lessans Good Deeds Day Fund. Kehilat Shalom has been awarded funding to support providing household goods to the shelter. Help is needed to prepare meal items to the shelter and purchase specific household goods. Items are to be brought to Kehilat Shalom between 4:30 and 5:00 pm on April 12th. URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/support-for-stepping-stones-shelter/2026-04-12/1/ LOCATION:Kehilat Shalom\, 9915 Apple Ridge Road\, Montgomery Village\, MD\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Events & Gatherings,Leadership & Philanthropy ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shalomdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Image-for-Good-Deeds-Day-2026-scaled.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Kehilat Shalom":MAILTO:Secretary@kehilatshalom.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260412T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260412T110000 DTSTAMP:20260430T040131 CREATED:20260413T181846Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T182149Z UID:10008336-1775984400-1775991600@www.shalomdc.org SUMMARY:Good Deeds Day Prep + Crafting DESCRIPTION:During Religious School — we will be collecting items and having our older teens start sorting so we are ready for the main event on 4/19. \nWe will also be doing an education session with our younger kids to explain what Good Deeds is and why we are participating. Some of the crafts geared toward the younger crew (making cards\, decorating coffee sleeves\, etc) will be done with our primary grades during Religious School on 4/12. URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/good-deeds-day-prep-crafting/ LOCATION:Congregation Sha’are Shalom\, 19357 Evergreen Mills Road\, Leesburg\, VA\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Events & Gatherings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.shalomdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/RS_Logo_Blue.png ORGANIZER;CN="Congregation Sha'are Shalom":MAILTO:shashaadmin@shaareshalomleesburg.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260412T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260412T110000 DTSTAMP:20260430T040131 CREATED:20260413T182100Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T182100Z UID:10008337-1775984400-1775991600@www.shalomdc.org SUMMARY:Good Deeds Day Prep + Crafting DESCRIPTION:During Religious School — we will be collecting items during religious school drop off and having our older teens start sorting so we are ready for the main event on 4/19. \nWe will also be doing an education session with our younger kids to explain what Good Deeds is and why we are participating. Some of the crafts geared toward the younger crew (making cards\, decorating coffee sleeves\, etc) will be done with our primary grades during Religious School on 4/12. URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/good-deeds-day-prep-crafting-2/ LOCATION:Congregation Sha’are Shalom\, 19357 Evergreen Mills Road\, Leesburg\, VA\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Events & Gatherings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shalomdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Good-Deeds-Day-2026-Banner-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Congregation Sha'are Shalom":MAILTO:shashaadmin@shaareshalomleesburg.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260412T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260412T113000 DTSTAMP:20260430T040131 CREATED:20260413T181852Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T181922Z UID:10008335-1775984400-1775993400@www.shalomdc.org SUMMARY:Good Deeds Day at Oseh Shalom DESCRIPTION:After our Tikkun Olam (Repair the World) Assembly\, children\, teens\, and adult helpers will make Earth balls filled with native plant seeds to increase bird\, bee and butterfly populations. Children will also create puddlers to help sustain butterfly populations while learning more about these important topics. We will work with Blankets of Hope to provide free blankets and cards for our local homeless shelter residents. Each activity will include a learning component. Community members (age 3 and up) welcome. RSVPs encouraged to oseheddirector@gmail.com. URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/good-deeds-day-at-oseh-shalom/ LOCATION:Oseh Shalom Synagogue\, 7515 Olive Branch Way\, Laurel\, MD\, 20707\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Youth & Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shalomdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/IMG_7143.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Oseh Shalom Religious School":MAILTO:OSRSassistant@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260412T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260412T130000 DTSTAMP:20260430T040131 CREATED:20260413T182617Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T182617Z UID:10008344-1775984400-1775998800@www.shalomdc.org SUMMARY:Tikvat Israel RainScape Beginnings DESCRIPTION:Join us as we prepare the grounds for our RainScape! A RainScape is a landscape design technique that helps reduce stormwater runoff. Since we are located next to Rock Creek we want to prevent stormwater and pollution from flowing into storm drains and the nearby stream. In the fall\, we will be bringing our vision to life by planting various native plant species that will help trap the water runoff from the roof and let it soak into the ground instead of flowing into the parking lot and down the hill into the creek. But in order to be successful in the fall\, we need to prepare the ground now in the spring! We will be spreading a thin layer of compost and then a thicker layer of woodchips on top. By the time we’re ready to plant this fall\, the ground will be well prepared\, and our chances of success will be that much greater. \nCome out this Sunday (4/12) for some gardening and good cheer 🙂\nGarden rakes and equipment will be provided\, but bring your own if you feel inclined.\nThis event will start at 9am and go until 1pm. Look for us in the front parking lot next to the playground! URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/tikvat-israel-rainscape-beginnings/ LOCATION:Tikvat Israel Congregation\, 2200 Baltimore Road\, Rockville\, MD\, 20851\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Events & Gatherings,Youth & Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shalomdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Untitled_Artwork-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Tikvat Israel Congregation":MAILTO:office@tikvatisrael.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260412T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260412T113000 DTSTAMP:20260430T040131 CREATED:20260323T202253Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T192437Z UID:10008305-1775986200-1775993400@www.shalomdc.org SUMMARY:Temple Shalom Early Learning Center Garden - Good Deeds Day DESCRIPTION:Join us for Good Deeds Day on Sunday\, April 12th from 9:30–11:30am at the Temple Shalom Playground for a morning of digging\, planting\, and growing together! Families are invited to get their hands dirty alongside their little ones as we kick off our garden for the season. Kids will enjoy fun decorating activities to beautify our garden\, and each child will get to plant seeds in a pot to continue growing at home! We’ll also have fun garden snacks\, story time\, and plenty of garden activities. All ages welcome — no gardening experience needed\, just curiosity and a sense of fun! \nThe Early Learning Center Garden is presented by Temple Shalom in partnership with The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington and the generous support of The Sara and Samuel J. Lessans Good Deeds Day Fund. \nPlease email elc@templeshalom.net with any questions. URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/temple-shalom-early-learning-center-garden-good-deeds-day/ LOCATION:Temple Shalom\, 8401 Grubb Rd.\, Chevy Chase\, MD\, 20815\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Events & Gatherings,Youth & Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shalomdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/ELC-Garden-Image.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Temple Shalom":MAILTO:info@templeshalom.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260412T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260412T113000 DTSTAMP:20260430T040131 CREATED:20260311T140041Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T140041Z UID:10008241-1775988000-1775993400@www.shalomdc.org SUMMARY:Good Deeds Day with Pozez JCC DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Pozez JCC’s Good Deeds Day 2026\, bringing the community together through meaningful hands-on projects. Participants of all ages (3 years and up) are invited to engage in a variety of service stations\, each offering a unique opportunity to give back while living our Jewish values. \nThis year\, choose from wrapping silverware for a homeless shelter\, making crepe paper flowers for senior neighbors\, assembling snack packs for local school children\, sorting kosher food donations for Yad Yehuda (our local kosher food bank)\, or crafting pet toys in a fun recycling project. \nWe are also collecting non-perishable food donations for Food for Others and Yad Yehuda in our lobby. Drop-off is welcome any time! If you would like to contribute to our snack pack station\, we especially welcome snack donations to be used on the day. \nWhether you participate in one station or all\, your efforts will create a real and lasting impact. Come make a difference with us! \nSuggested donation is $25 per family. URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/good-deeds-day-with-pozez-jcc/ LOCATION:Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Leadership & Philanthropy ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.shalomdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/VS.png ORGANIZER;CN="Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia":MAILTO:shalom@jccnv.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR