Events
Ethical Wills: A Legacy of Values
Bender JCC of Greater Washington 6125 Montrose Road,, Rockville, MD, United StatesWith guidance from experts at the Shomer Collective, this session introduces the history of ethical wills in Jewish tradition and explores Jewish wisdom on facing mortality.
Gesher Day School Annual Gala
Gesher Jewish Day School 4800 Mattie Moore Ct., Fairfax, VA, United StatesMark your calendars for our Gala, A Night in Tel Aviv, taking place Sunday, May 3, 2026 at Gesher Jewish Day School. This evening will feature a cooking demonstration by acclaimed Israeli food writer Adeena Sussman, author of the New York Times bestselling cookbooks Shabbat and Sababa. The program will also include a silent auction, […]
How to Talk With Children (& others) About Death, Dying, and Hard Stuff
Bender JCC of Greater Washington 6125 Montrose Road,, Rockville, MD, United StatesIn light of the pandemic and other world events in recent years, many parents and grandparents are now having more open conversations with children about death, dying, and other difficult topics. Using best practices from child development along with Jewish wisdom, consider the ways in which we can provide age-appropriate responses to hard questions about […]
Ogen: Anchoring Together Cultivating a Practice of Resilience
"Ogen" is Hebrew for "anchor." This 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 […]
Hill Havurah Lag Ba’Omer Celebration
Hill Havurah 212 E. Capitol St., NE, Washington, DC, United StatesCelebrate Lag Ba’Omer with us for an evening full of joy, community, and fun!
Israeli Dancing
Congregation Har Tzeon-Agudath Achim 1840 University Blvd W, Wheaton, MD, United StatesJoin the fun on Monday nights! $10 per session All levels and ages are welcome No partner needed No experience necessary Israeli dancing is a great way to feel a part of a community; there's nothing better than a circle of friends dancing together! Register at https://www.htaa.org/event/israelidancing 1840 University Blvd. W. Silver Spring, Maryland 20902 […]
THE PROMISE AND PERIL OF CITIZENSHIP: JEWISH PATHS TO BELONGING
Zoom Webinar 9915 Apple Ridge Road, Gaithersburg, MD, United States4-PART SERIES: MAY 4, 11, 18; JUNE 1 Presented by Geraldine Gudefin, Historian What did it mean for Jews to become citizens of modern states—and what did citizenship demand in return? This four-lecture series explores modern Jewish history through the lens of rights, belonging, and political identity from the Enlightenment to the twentieth century. Moving […]
Temple Shalom Hosts Union for Reform Judaism’s Introduction to Judaism
Temple Shalom 8401 Grubb Rd., Chevy Chase, MD, United StatesOpen to all, this course is perfect for: Interfaith couples Those raising Jewish children Spiritual seekers Individuals considering conversion Those wanting to revisit Jewish learning as an adult The course is designed to create a community of learners including individuals and couples from Jewish and/or various faith traditions and cultural backgrounds, those who have had […]
Knead to Know: Baking Challah in a Time of Uncertainty
This gathering will take place in Northwest DC. Specific meet-up location and additional details will be shared with registrants after the registration deadline. MD, United StatesThe world can feel unstable right now, bursting with disruptions to established systems and leaving us constantly wondering what even the next few weeks will bring. In the midst of this uncertainty, baking a weekly (or occasional) challah can foster a sense of stability and a connection to something real. But what happens when your […]
JSSA Stars Come Out Annual Event
Location provided upon RSVP none, United StatesJSSA Stars Come Out event is an evening of recognition for our donors and Wendy and Danny Abramowitz as winners of the 2026 Joseph Ottenstein Award.
Introduction to Judaism at Temple Rodef Shalom
Temple Rodef Shalom 2100 Westmoreland Street, Falls Church, VA, United StatesBeginning 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 […]