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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260901T123000
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SUMMARY:Faith in Fair Elections: How Lawyers Can Ensure Election Integrity and Security
DESCRIPTION:Ahead of this year’s crucial midterm elections\, join us for the latest program in the Lawyers’ Lunch and Learn series to learn about new and evolving challenges to election administration this year. Hear from David Becker\, Executive Director and Founder of the nonpartisan\, nonprofit Center for Election Innovation & Research\, and Angie Pitha\, Project Lead of the Center’s Election Official Legal Defense Network\, which provides pro bono legal assistance to election officials who are threatened with frivolous criminal prosecution\, harassment\, or physical violence.  \nParticipants will learn how lawyers can volunteer to support fair\, secure elections and protect election officials facing job-related harassment\, interference and targeting. \nThis event is cosponsored by American Jewish Committee (AJC)\, the American Association of Jewish Lawyers and Jurists (AAJLJ)\, and Tzedek DC.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/faith-in-fair-elections-how-lawyers-can-ensure-election-integrity-and-security/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Community Relations Council of Greater Washington (JCRC)":MAILTO:nmedrano@jcouncil.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260901T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260901T140000
DTSTAMP:20260825T184204Z
CREATED:20260625T164137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T184204Z
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SUMMARY:Maternal Health Is Everyone’s Business: A Fund for Women and Girls Webinar
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/maternal-health-everyones-business/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Federation,Foundation,Jewish Identity & Inclusion
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Community Foundation of The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington":MAILTO:foundation@shalomdc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260902T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260902T110000
DTSTAMP:20260701T172322Z
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SUMMARY:Books & Bubbles | September-October 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join us for some music\, bubbles\, and stories!! We will also leave plenty of free time for families to hang out and get to know each other. \nThis class will be led by Jen Radosh\, Bender JCC’s J Family Programs Director. Jen has over a decade of experience creating and teaching programs\, events\, classes\, and playdates for families with children ages 0–5. She holds a Master’s degree in Public Health with a concentration in Maternal and Child Health\, bringing both expertise and heart to every class she leads.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/books-bubbles-september-october-2026/2026-09-02/
LOCATION:Bender JCC of Greater Washington\, 6125 Montrose Road\, Rockville\, MD\, 20852\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Events & Gatherings,Youth & Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bender JCC of Greater Washington":MAILTO:mregev@benderjccgw.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260902T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260902T210000
DTSTAMP:20260720T175307Z
CREATED:20260720T175307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260720T175307Z
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SUMMARY:Author Talk: The Great Christmas Boycott of 1906
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Scott D. Seligman\, Author  \nToday’s battle over Christianity in American public schools has deep roots. In the nineteenth century it was an intramural struggle between Protestants and later-arriving Catholics. But at Christmastime in 1905\, when the Presbyterian principal of a Brooklyn elementary school urged his Jewish students to be more like Jesus Christ\, Jews entered the fray in a big way. It was just the trigger Jewish activist Albert Lucas had been waiting for. Fresh from battling Christian settlement houses brazen about their intent to convert Jewish children\, Lucas accused the public schools of illegal proselytizing and demanded limits on religious content in the schools. \nAfter the Board of Education declined to clarify the rules governing religion in schools\, the New York Jewish community staged a boycott of the 1906 school Christmas pageants\, prompting widespread student absences. The protest spurred policy changes\, but the board’s concessions generated an enormous antisemitic public backlash.  \nJoin us to discover how this early protest against Christian nationalism shaped the Jewish community’s long-term efforts to challenge religious influence in public life and trace the Christmas celebration dispute to the present day. \nRegister to receive the Zoom link to join us online.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/author-talk-the-great-christmas-boycott-of-1906/
LOCATION:Zoom Webinar\, MD\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Jewish Identity & Inclusion,Youth & Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="Haberman Institute for Jewish Studies":MAILTO:info@habermaninstitute.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260902T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260902T210000
DTSTAMP:20260803T134608Z
CREATED:20260803T134608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T134608Z
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SUMMARY:Elul On-Ramp
DESCRIPTION:You’ve celebrated the High Holidays for years\, but there’s always another layer to discover. Kick off the holiday season with Rabbi Kobey. Whether you’ve always wondered about a particular prayer\, ritual\, or custom\, or you’re simply looking for deeper insight\, this conversation is for you.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/elul-on-ramp/2026-09-02/
LOCATION:Congregation Or Chadash\, 24800 Kings Valley Road\, Damascus\, MD\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Jewish Holidays, Rituals, and Traditions
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ORGANIZER;CN="Congregation Or Chadash":MAILTO:orchadashadmin@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260903T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260903T103000
DTSTAMP:20260701T172348Z
CREATED:20260701T172348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T172348Z
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SUMMARY:Tiny Explorers | September-October 2026
DESCRIPTION:Our Tiny Explorers class invites little ones and their caregivers into a world of joyful discovery. Learn how to connect with your child using everyday items that you already have at home. With wiggles and giggles\, caregivers get to join in the fun too! It’s a chance to step out of life’s daily rush of life and make time to bond\, connect\, and explore. This class will be led by Rachel Assal-Albert\, Bender JCC’s Early Childhood Developmental Support Coordinator. Rachel supports the development and growth of the children in the Bender Early Childhood Center and their families.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/tiny-explorers-september-october-2026/2026-09-03/
LOCATION:Bender JCC of Greater Washington\, 6125 Montrose Road\, Rockville\, MD\, 20852\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Events & Gatherings,Youth & Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bender JCC of Greater Washington":MAILTO:mregev@benderjccgw.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260903T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260903T210000
DTSTAMP:20260831T182949Z
CREATED:20260831T182949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T182949Z
UID:10009551-1788462000-1788469200@www.shalomdc.org
SUMMARY:Israeli Movie Night: The Road Between Us
DESCRIPTION:The Road Between Us: The Ultimate Rescue (2025) is a Canadian documentary directed by Barry Avrich that tells the true story of retired Israeli general Noam Tibon and his urgent mission to rescue his family during the Hamas attacks on October 7\, 2023. Tibon’s son and family are trapped in their home at Kibbutz Nahal Oz. Despite being far away in Tel Aviv\, he immediately sets out on a dangerous journey south through a country under attack. Over the course of the day\, he and his wife navigate chaos\, roadblocks\, and ongoing violence in an attempt to reach their loved ones. At its core\, the documentary focuses on themes of family\, courage\, and survival during one of the most traumatic days in recent Israeli history.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/israeli-movie-night-the-road-between-us/
LOCATION:Bnai israel\, 6301 Montrose Road\, Rockville\, MD\, 20852\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Events & Gatherings,Israel & Global Jewish Life,Israel Connections
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260904T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260904T110000
DTSTAMP:20260701T171905Z
CREATED:20260701T171905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T171905Z
UID:10008792-1788517800-1788519600@www.shalomdc.org
SUMMARY:Shabbat Shalom Playgroup | Sept. – Oct. 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun-filled morning celebrating Shabbat! Our Shabbat Shalom Playgroup is the perfect time for children and their loved ones to learn about Jewish customs\, traditions\, and prayers through music and movement. We will also leave plenty of free time for families to hang out and get to know each other. This program is best suited for children under 5. \nCaregivers are required to stay for the entirety of the program. \nIf you have any questions about this program\, contact Jen Radosh at jradosh@benderjccgw.org. \nAll Bender JCC programs are open to everyone. \nSkip Date: October 2 \nRelated Events
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/shabbat-shalom-playgroup-sept-oct-2026/2026-09-04/
LOCATION:Bender JCC of Greater Washington\, 6125 Montrose Road\, Rockville\, MD\, 20852\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Events & Gatherings,Jewish Holidays, Rituals, and Traditions
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bender JCC of Greater Washington":MAILTO:mregev@benderjccgw.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260904T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260904T200000
DTSTAMP:20260826T204445Z
CREATED:20260826T204445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T204445Z
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SUMMARY:Back To Shul Party
DESCRIPTION:Kick off the new year with a fun-filled evening for the whole family. Enjoy delicious food available for purchase from the Grubbing Hard BBQ food truck and cool off with complimentary shaved ice from Clayboys\, while the kids enjoy a bounce house and face painting. As the sun begins to set\, we’ll come together for joyful\, musical Shabbat Services. There’s no charge for this event and everyone is welcome! Please RSVP so we know to expect you.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/back-to-shul-party/
LOCATION:Bethesda Jewish Congregation\, 6601 Bradley Boulevard\, Bethesda\, MD\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Events & Gatherings,Jewish Holidays, Rituals, and Traditions,Jewish Identity & Inclusion,Youth & Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bethesda Jewish Congregation":MAILTO:admin@bethesdajewish.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260904T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260904T200000
DTSTAMP:20260826T203229Z
CREATED:20260826T203229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T203229Z
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SUMMARY:Yoga Kabbalat Shabbat
DESCRIPTION:We’ll begin at 5:30 pm with early candle lighting for young families\, followed by an all-levels yoga practice led by Rabbi Hannah at 6:00 pm\, inspired by the spirit of Shabbat and Jewish wisdom. \nAt the same time\, children are invited to their own playful Alef-Bet Yoga session. \nWe’ll come back together at 6:45 pm for Shabbat blessings\, vegan food\, and time to connect as a community.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/yoga-kabbalat-shabbat/
LOCATION:Lutheran Church of the Reformation\, 212 East Capitol Street NE\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Jewish Holidays, Rituals, and Traditions
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hill Havurah":MAILTO:info@hillhavurah.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260905T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260905T223000
DTSTAMP:20260819T193903Z
CREATED:20260819T193903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T193903Z
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SUMMARY:Selichot: Havdalah + Singing Circle
DESCRIPTION:As we prepare our hearts for the High Holy Days\, join us for an evening of music\, reflection\, and community. \nSelichot marks the beginning of the spiritual journey into the Jewish New Year. Together\, we’ll close out Shabbat with Havdalah before gathering in song\, learning the melodies of the season and creating space for reflection\, renewal\, and connection. Whether these traditions are deeply familiar or entirely new to you\, all are welcome to experience this meaningful evening alongside the Den community. \nThis gathering will be held at a centrally-located venue in DC. Location will be shared with registered participants after the registration deadline. \nSign Up by Sep 2 \nthe Den Collective serves 20s\, 30s\, and 40s throughout the Greater Washington Area.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/selichot-havdalah-singing-circle-2/
LOCATION:Exact location will be shared with registered participants.
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Events & Gatherings,Jewish Holidays, Rituals, and Traditions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260906T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260906T113000
DTSTAMP:20260826T203608Z
CREATED:20260826T203608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T203608Z
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SUMMARY:Young Families: Rosh Hashanah Pop Up @ Stanton Park
DESCRIPTION:Welcome the new year together with songs\, stories and a little sweetness! Join other Hill Havurah young families in the park for a joyful\, kid-friendly pre-Rosh Hashanah gathering. Led by Rabbi Hannah and Laurie Solnik. We’ll celebrate the new year\, connect with friends old and new\, and enjoy some apples and honey along the way. \n* Bring a picnic blanket and/or chairs!
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/young-families-rosh-hashanah-pop-up-stanton-park/
LOCATION:Stanton Park\, 226 4th St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Jewish Holidays, Rituals, and Traditions
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hill Havurah":MAILTO:info@hillhavurah.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260906T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260906T200000
DTSTAMP:20260826T203425Z
CREATED:20260826T203425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T203425Z
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SUMMARY:DC Tikkun Circle: New Beginnings 🌱
DESCRIPTION:A new season. A new Jewish year. A chance to gather again. \nJoin Jewish Vegan Life and Veg Society of DC for our first Tikkun Circle meetup of the fall on Sunday\, September 6 at 6 PM in Dupont Circle. \nWith Rosh Hashanah just around the corner\, we’ll come together for an evening of meaningful conversation\, connection\, reflection\, and community. \nWhether you’ve joined us before or you’re coming to your first Tikkun Circle\, we’d love to have you with us. \n🌱 DC Tikkun Circle: New Beginnings\n📅 Sunday\, September 6\n🕕 6:00 PM\n📍 Dupont Circle\, Washington\, DC \nCome meet new people\, reconnect with community\, and enter the new year together. \nRSVP and join us for a new beginning.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/dc-tikkun-circle-new-beginnings-%f0%9f%8c%b1/
LOCATION:Dupont Circle
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Events & Gatherings,Israel & Global Jewish Life,Jewish Holidays, Rituals, and Traditions,Jewish Identity & Inclusion
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Vegan Life":MAILTO:michael@jewishveganlife.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260908T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260908T210000
DTSTAMP:20260819T195804Z
CREATED:20260819T195804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T195804Z
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SUMMARY:Remember & Return: Sarah\, Hannah & the Work of Becoming
DESCRIPTION:On the first day of Rosh Hashanah\, we encounter two strikingly similar stories: Sarah and Hannah\, two women who move through longing and uncertainty before each is “remembered” by God and becomes a mother. Why do our tradition and our liturgy place these stories at the threshold of a new year? \nJoin Rabbi Anna Wolfe\, the Den’s Community Rabbi\, for an intimate evening of Jewish learning and conversation exploring Sarah and Hannah’s stories as a lens into the deeper work of teshuvah. Together\, we’ll consider Rosh Hashanah as a moment not only of return\, but of creation and re-creation: an invitation to nurture what is emerging within us\, release what has kept us stuck\, and imagine who we are still becoming. \nNo previous text study or Jewish learning experience is needed. Bring your questions\, your curiosity\, and whatever this season is stirring in you. \nThis gathering will take place in Northwest DC. The specific location and additional details will be shared with registrants after the registration deadline. Advance registration is required. \nSign Up by Sep 4 \nthe Den Collective serves 20s\, 30s\, and 40s throughout the Greater Washington Area.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/remember-return-sarah-hannah-the-work-of-becoming/
LOCATION:Exact location will be shared with registered participants.
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Events & Gatherings,Jewish Holidays, Rituals, and Traditions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260908T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260908T203000
DTSTAMP:20260721T164403Z
CREATED:20260721T164403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260721T164403Z
UID:10009002-1788895800-1788899400@www.shalomdc.org
SUMMARY:THE JEWISH CALENDAR: THE LOGIC\, COMPLEXITY\, AND WISDOM OF JEWISH TIME
DESCRIPTION:RABBINIC PERSPECTIVES: CONVERSATIONS FOR OUR TIMES\nPresented by Rabbi Seth Bernstein  \nThe Hebrew calendar is fascinating in many ways\, revealing the history\, traditions\, and decisions that have shaped how the Jewish people measure time.  \nRabbi Seth L. Bernstein will explore what is most significant about our calendar and the reasons behind its development\, offering insights into the ways we have marked the passage of time throughout Jewish history. \nRegister to receive the Zoom link to join us online for this next talk in our Rabbinic Pespectives series!
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/the-jewish-calendar-the-logic-complexity-and-wisdom-of-jewish-time/
LOCATION:Zoom Webinar\, MD\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Jewish Holidays, Rituals, and Traditions
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ORGANIZER;CN="Haberman Institute for Jewish Studies":MAILTO:info@habermaninstitute.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T213000
DTSTAMP:20260831T182353Z
CREATED:20260819T195822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T182353Z
UID:10009506-1788980400-1788989400@www.shalomdc.org
SUMMARY:Rosh Hashana Challah Bake + Learn
DESCRIPTION:Welcome the sweetness of the New Year with an evening of baking\, learning\, and community! \nTogether we’ll mix\, braid\, and bake our own challahs while exploring Jewish teachings and engaging in thoughtful conversation inspired by the themes of the High Holy Days. As our loaves rise in the oven\, we’ll make space to reflect\, connect\, and prepare for the year ahead alongside friends old and new. At the end of the evening\, you’ll head home with a freshly baked challah to enjoy during Rosh Hashanah… if it makes it home without a few warm bites disappearing first! \nWe’ll gather in Bethesda\, MD in a Metro-accessible location. Specific location details will be shared with registrants after the registration deadline. \nTo help cover the costs of this gathering\, we invite you to make a $20 contribution that supports the Den and helps us continue creating gatherings like this one. If that amount is cost prohibitive\, please contribute whatever feels meaningful and comfortable to you. Every gift helps sustain this community. \nHow to Join Us: \n• Register by Friday\, September 4 to reserve your spot.\n• Please make your contribution by Friday\, September 4.\n• Once you’ve registered and contributed\, we’ll send you the address and everything you’ll need for the evening. \nThank you for helping make this and future Den gatherings possible! \nSign Up by Sep 4 \nthe Den Collective serves 20s\, 30s\, and 40s throughout the Greater Washington Area.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/rosh-hashana-challah-bake-learn/
LOCATION:Exact location will be shared with registered participants.
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Events & Gatherings,Jewish Holidays, Rituals, and Traditions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260911T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260911T203000
DTSTAMP:20260819T193945Z
CREATED:20260819T193945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T193945Z
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SUMMARY:High Holidays at Kol Ami
DESCRIPTION:Join Kol Ami for meaningful and musical High Holiday services as we gather for reflection\, renewal\, and community. Whether you’re a longtime member\, new to the area\, or looking for a welcoming Jewish community\, all are invited to celebrate the New Year with us. \nExplore our High Holiday schedule\, registration information\, and a special message from Rabbi Doug as we prepare to welcome 5787.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/high-holidays-at-kol-ami/2026-09-11/
LOCATION:Unitarian Universalist Church of Arlington\, 4444 Arlington Blvd.\, Arlington\, VA\, 22204\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Jewish Holidays, Rituals, and Traditions
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kol Ami%3A Northern Virginia Reconstructionist Community":MAILTO:admin@kolamivirginia.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260911T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260911T200000
DTSTAMP:20260915T000626Z
CREATED:20260915T000626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T000626Z
UID:10009596-1789153200-1789156800@www.shalomdc.org
SUMMARY:Rosh Hashanah Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for a catered Rosh Hashana dinner together with fellow Jewish friends on the Hill! Located at Chabad East DC Jewish Center: 406 8th Street SE. Please indicate any food sensitivites in the notes below so we can prepare accordingly. Shana Tova!
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/rosh-hashanah-dinner/
LOCATION:Chabad East DC\, 406 8th St SE\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Events & Gatherings,Jewish Holidays, Rituals, and Traditions
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260911T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260911T204500
DTSTAMP:20260805T125139Z
CREATED:20260805T125139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T125139Z
UID:10009421-1789153200-1789159500@www.shalomdc.org
SUMMARY:Sixth & I Erev Rosh Hashanah
DESCRIPTION:Co-led by Sixth & I Rabbi Jenna Shaw and guest Rabbi Jason Kimelman-Block\, this experience will embody Sixth & I’s core values of accessibility and learning by blending all the elements of a traditional High Holiday service with contemporary interpretations and explanations. During services\, most prayers are in Hebrew\, with accompanying intentions in English. In-person attendees will use a Reconstructionist prayerbook with full transliterations and translations. Virtual attendees can follow along in a digital version.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/sixth-i-erev-rosh-hashanah/
LOCATION:Sixth & I\, 600 I St NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Jewish Holidays, Rituals, and Traditions
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sixth &amp%3B I":MAILTO:info@sixthandi.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260911T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260911T210000
DTSTAMP:20260826T203343Z
CREATED:20260826T203343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T203343Z
UID:10009525-1789153200-1789160400@www.shalomdc.org
SUMMARY:High Holy Days at the Interfaith Families Project
DESCRIPTION:Join the Interfaith Families Project (IFFP) for our warm\, inclusive High Holy Days services—created especially with interfaith families in mind. Whether you’re Jewish\, part of an interfaith family\, or simply seeking meaningful spiritual connection\, our Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur services offer a welcoming space for reflection\, renewal\, and community
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/high-holy-days-at-the-interfaith-families-project/2026-09-11/
LOCATION:Saint Mark Presbyterian Church\, 10701 Old Georgetown Road\, Rockville\, 20852
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Jewish Holidays, Rituals, and Traditions
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ORGANIZER;CN="Interfaith Families Project (IFFP)":MAILTO:info@iffp.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260911
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260912
DTSTAMP:20260713T200834Z
CREATED:20260713T200834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260713T200834Z
UID:10008912-1789156800-1789160400@www.shalomdc.org
SUMMARY:High Holidays at Mishkan Torah
DESCRIPTION:Mishkan Torah is excited to welcome you and your family back for the High Holidays this year. Sign up on our website (MishkanTorah.org) for services: Rosh Hashanah 9/11-13; Yom Kippur 9/20-21. Come for a homey atmosphere\, stay for great people. Family\, in-person\, and virtual options available. We hope to see you there – Shana Tova!
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/high-holidays-at-mishkan-torah-12/2026-09-11/2/
LOCATION:Mishkan Torah Synagogue
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Jewish Holidays, Rituals, and Traditions
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mishkan Torah Synagogue":MAILTO:office@mishkantorah.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260911T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260911T220000
DTSTAMP:20260713T200552Z
CREATED:20260713T200552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260713T200552Z
UID:10008980-1789156800-1789164000@www.shalomdc.org
SUMMARY:Temple Rodef Shalom Community 2026/5787 High Holy Day Services
DESCRIPTION:Temple Rodef Shalom welcomes the Northern Virginia community to celebrate the 2026/ 5787 High Holy Days. Community members are invited to join us for meaningful alternative worship services and family-friendly experiences during Judaism’s holiest season. \nCommunity services include:\nFri\, Sept. 11\, 8:00 PM: Erev Rosh Hashanah Alternative Service (off-site)\nSat\, Sept. 12\, 11:00 AM: Rosh Hashanah Alternative Service (off-site)\nSat\, Sept. 12\, 4:00 PM: Rosh Hashanah Tot & Tashlich Service\nSun\, Sept. 20\, 8:00 PM: Erev Yom Kippur (Kol Nidrei) Alternative Service (off-site)\nMon\, Sept. 21\, 11:45 AM: Yom Kippur Alternative Service for Families & Community (off-site)\nMon\, Sept. 21\, 3:00 PM: Yom Kippur Tot Service \nAdvance registration is required for all attendees. New this year\, community registration will remain open throughout the High Holy Day season. \nFor registration\, service locations\, parking information\, and ticket details\, visit:\nCommunity Registration: https://templerodefshalom.shulcloud.com/form/hhd2026nonmemberticketpurchases \nMore Information: https://www.templerodefshalom.org/worship/high-holy-day-community-services/
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/temple-rodef-shalom-community-2026-5787-high-holy-day-services-3/
LOCATION:Temple Rodef Shalom\, 2100 Westmoreland Street\, Falls Church\, VA\, 22043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Jewish Holidays, Rituals, and Traditions
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ORGANIZER;CN="Temple Rodef Shalom":MAILTO:info@templerodefshalom.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260911T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260911T220000
DTSTAMP:20260826T204512Z
CREATED:20260826T204512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T204512Z
UID:10009543-1789156800-1789164000@www.shalomdc.org
SUMMARY:High Holidays at Bethesda Jewish Congregation
DESCRIPTION:High Holidays at BJC are special and unique to our community\, and we also observe religious traditions and adhere to customs. Throughout the services\, our members write spiritually uplifting poems and readings that they share with the community. The BJC choir\, which rehearses throughout the summer\, leads the congregation in song and inspiration. \nThe High Holidays officially kick off as we gather for Erev Rosh Hashanah services to welcome the new year in prayer\, song\, and community. Together\, we’ll reflect on the year that has passed\, celebrate new beginnings\, and embrace the possibilities of the year ahead. Our evening Rosh Hashanah service culminates with a joyous community oneg. \nServices continue on Rosh Hashanah Morning\, with continued music and reflections—plus a Torah service. After our morning service\, we gather for a delicious lunch and Tashlich service right here at BJC. Tashlich is followed by a family service for all ages.\nA special BJC tradition involves beginning Kol Nidre (Erev Yom Kippur) with candles on the bima. Several years ago\, just as we were about to start our service\, our community was enveloped in a blackout. We lit candles and used our cell phones…and thus a tradition was born. We continue to honor this custom in new ways. \nOur Yom Kippur Morning services are followed by a family service for all ages\, then a Yom Kippur discussion with the Rabbi\, followed by lay-led musical opportunities. We conclude with Yizkor\, a Memorial service\, followed immediately by our concluding Ne’ilah service.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/high-holidays-at-bethesda-jewish-congregation/2026-09-11/
LOCATION:Bethesda Jewish Congregation\, 6601 Bradley Boulevard\, Bethesda\, MD\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Jewish Holidays, Rituals, and Traditions
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bethesda Jewish Congregation":MAILTO:admin@bethesdajewish.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260912
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260922
DTSTAMP:20260817T165041Z
CREATED:20260817T165041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260817T165041Z
UID:10009483-1789171200-1790035199@www.shalomdc.org
SUMMARY:High Holidays at Segulah
DESCRIPTION:Segulah is an egalitarian\, lay-led minyan. We’re meeting both mornings of Rosh Hashanah with lunches after on both days\, and for all services on Yom Kippur with a communal break-fast at the end. Davening is beautiful and spirited\, and we’ll have machzorim for everyone. Children are most welcome\, and there’ll be supervised child care for ages 0-12 at all times\, as well as some children’s services.  There is a suggested donation\, but absolutely no contribution is required to register. ALL are welcome\, regardless of financial contribution.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/high-holidays-at-segulah/
LOCATION:Segulah Minyan\, Silver Spring\, MD\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Events & Gatherings,Jewish Holidays, Rituals, and Traditions
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ORGANIZER;CN="Segulah Minyan":MAILTO:segulahminyan@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T120000
DTSTAMP:20260805T125124Z
CREATED:20260805T125124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T125124Z
UID:10009422-1789203600-1789214400@www.shalomdc.org
SUMMARY:Sixth & I Rosh Hashanah - First Day
DESCRIPTION:Co-led by Sixth & I Rabbi Jenna Shaw and guest Rabbi Jason Kimelman-Block\, this experience will embody Sixth & I’s core values of accessibility and learning by blending all the elements of a traditional High Holiday service with contemporary interpretations and explanations. During services\, most prayers are in Hebrew\, with accompanying intentions in English. In-person attendees will use a Reconstructionist prayerbook with full transliterations and translations. Virtual attendees can follow along in a digital version.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/sixth-i-rosh-hashanah-first-day/
LOCATION:Sixth & I\, 600 I St NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Jewish Holidays, Rituals, and Traditions
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sixth &amp%3B I":MAILTO:info@sixthandi.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T110000
DTSTAMP:20260915T000805Z
CREATED:20260915T000805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T000805Z
UID:10009594-1789207200-1789210800@www.shalomdc.org
SUMMARY:Rosh Hashanah Family Service
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special Rosh Hashanah Family Service\, filled with engaging prayers\, fun activities\, and sweet treats! Perfect for families to celebrate and learn about the Jewish New Year.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/rosh-hashanah-family-service-2/
LOCATION:Chabad East DC\, 406 8th St SE\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Events & Gatherings,Jewish Holidays, Rituals, and Traditions
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T113000
DTSTAMP:20260701T145732Z
CREATED:20260701T145732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T145732Z
UID:10008788-1789207200-1789212600@www.shalomdc.org
SUMMARY:Apples and Honeys: A Family Rosh Hashana Service
DESCRIPTION:Welcome the Jewish New Year with a joyful experience designed especially for your youngest learners! Join early childhood music specialist Lisa Baydush for a 45-minute\, music-filled Rosh Hashanah celebration featuring singing\, movement\, and interactive fun.\nPerfect for families with children ages 5 and under\, this engaging program introduces holiday traditions in a warm\, accessible way. All are welcome!\nThis program is open to the community.\nChildren under 12 months are free. Maximum per family is $72.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/apples-and-honeys-a-family-rosh-hashana-service/
LOCATION:Bender JCC of Greater Washington\, 6125 Montrose Road\, Rockville\, MD\, 20852\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Events & Gatherings,Jewish Holidays, Rituals, and Traditions,Jewish Identity & Inclusion,Youth & Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bender JCC of Greater Washington":MAILTO:mregev@benderjccgw.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T120000
DTSTAMP:20260826T203926Z
CREATED:20260826T203926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T203926Z
UID:10009536-1789209000-1789214400@www.shalomdc.org
SUMMARY:Rosh Hashanah Family Service
DESCRIPTION:Welcome the New Year with other families! Led by Student Rabbi Lev and geared towards K through mid-elementary schoolers together with their grown ups.\n* Stay after services for our Community Oneg!
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/rosh-hashanah-family-service/
LOCATION:Lutheran Church of the Reformation\, 212 East Capitol Street NE\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Jewish Holidays, Rituals, and Traditions
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hill Havurah":MAILTO:info@hillhavurah.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T133000
DTSTAMP:20260811T184607Z
CREATED:20260811T184607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T184607Z
UID:10009476-1789214400-1789219800@www.shalomdc.org
SUMMARY:Rosh Hashanah Lunch at Chaia Tacos
DESCRIPTION:Plant yourself in 5787 by starting the year off with plant-based tacos and at our neighbor\, Chaia Tacos. Go out on a limb to meet new people\, and enjoy apples and honey for a sweet start to the year.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/rosh-hashanah-lunch-at-chaia-tacos/
LOCATION:Chaia Tacos\, 615 I Street NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Jewish Holidays, Rituals, and Traditions
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sixth &amp%3B I":MAILTO:info@sixthandi.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T163000
DTSTAMP:20260805T124937Z
CREATED:20260805T124937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T124937Z
UID:10009425-1789221600-1789230600@www.shalomdc.org
SUMMARY:Sixth & I Rosh Hashanah - First Day - Condensed Service
DESCRIPTION:Co-led by Sixth & I Rabbi Jenna Shaw and guest Rabbi Jason Kimelman-Block\, this experience will embody Sixth & I’s core values of accessibility and learning by blending all the elements of a traditional High Holiday service with contemporary interpretations and explanations. During services\, most prayers are in Hebrew\, with accompanying intentions in English. In-person attendees will use a Reconstructionist prayerbook with full transliterations and translations. Virtual attendees can follow along in a digital version.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/sixth-i-rosh-hashanah-first-day-condensed-service/
LOCATION:Sixth & I\, 600 I St NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Jewish Holidays, Rituals, and Traditions
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sixth &amp%3B I":MAILTO:info@sixthandi.org
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