• Too Fat for China: Havdalah and Performance by Phoebe Potts

    Temple Emanuel 10101 Connecticut Avenue, Kensington, MD, United States

    Join Temple Emanuel for Havdalah services and performance of Too Fat for China, about looking for more love, more life and more family, by Phoebe Potts.

    $25

    Jews of Sudan

    Magen David Sephardic Congregation 11215 Woodglen Drive Magen David, Rockville, MD, United States

    A film screening of “Jews and the Longest Kiss in History”

    with remarks by Dr. Jeffrey Malka (Grandson of the last Chief Rabbi of Sudan)

    Annual Holiday Gift Bazaar

    Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia 8900 Little River Turnpike, Fairfax, VA, United States

    Support local talented artists, gift makers, and the Pozez JCC’s Inclusion & Disability Services program! Local vendors will sell handmade arts, jewelry, photography, baked goods, and more in-person at the J. Partial proceeds will support inclusion at the JCC.

    Free

    CESJDS Light it Up Hanukkah STEM event

    Charles E. Smith Jewish Day School 1901 E. Jefferson Street, Rockville, MD, United States

    Join the CESJDS Admission Team and Center for STEM in Jewish Education for a morning of discovery and Hanukkah fun! Designed for children ages 3–7 with a parent or caregiver. This event will feature exciting, hands-on STEM activities that celebrate the Festival of Lights.

    Free

    Jewish Family Journeys: Hanukkah Glow Party

    Fairfax, VA* Fairfax, VA, United States

    Join Gesher Jewish Day School, Growing Jewish Families, and PJ Library for Jewish Family Journeys: Hanukkah Glow Party!

    Free

    Israeli Shouk!

    B'nai Israel Congregation 6301 Montrose Rd., Rockville, MD, United States

    Join Us for the Israeli Shuk at B’nai Israel!

    Sunday, December 7 | 12:00–4:00 PM | B’nai Israel Congregation

    free to attend, cost money to buy at the shouk

    Upcounty Hanukkah Party

    Congregation Or Chadash 24800 Kings Valley Road, Damascus, MD, United States

    Celebrate Hanukkah with songs, stories, crafts, and tasty treats! Perfect for kids ages 0-6 and their special grownups. Welcome to interfaith families, LGBTQ+ families, and households of every shape and story! We'll spin dreidels, make art, sing along, and share the joy of Hanukkah together.

    Comedy at the J: A Night of Improv

    Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia 8900 Little River Turnpike, Fairfax, VA, United States

    Just in time for Hanukkah, this festive evening features two improv teams bringing energy, creativity, and plenty of laughs to the JCC stage.

    $10 – $15

    ANTISEMITISM, AN AMERICAN TRADITION

    Virtual Virtual, Virtual

    Presented by Dr. Pamela Nadell Professor and Patrick Clendenen Chair in Women’s and Gender History, American University Join us in welcoming award-winning historian Pamela S. Nadell back to the Haberman […]

    Free

    The Network’s Cocktails & Conversation

    Bethesda, MD* Bethesda, MD*

    Join the Network’s Cocktails & Conversation with the Duber family, visionary leaders whose business success and philanthropy embody Jewish values and community impact. Explore how intergenerational leadership shapes a legacy of purpose, connection, and giving across Greater Washington and beyond.

    $72