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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T163000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260914T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260914T210000
DTSTAMP:20260721T164444Z
CREATED:20260721T164444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260721T164444Z
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SUMMARY:Eat Well\, Do Justice!® 2026 - Spice It Up Sephardic!
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Tzedek DC’s 10th annual Eat Well\, Do Justice!®\, bringing together food lovers\, community leaders\, and supporters of justice to advance Tzedek DC’s mission. This signature fundraising event returns with a chef showdown for the ages\, featuring creative takes on Sephardic cuisine—a rich culinary tradition spanning the Mediterranean\, Middle East\, and North Africa—alongside an outstanding roster of guest judges and musicians. \nPast Eat Well\, Do Justice!® events have sold out\, so we encourage you to purchase your ticket or sponsorship early.\nTogether\, we’re building a DC where everyone has access to the legal and financial tools they need to thrive. Whether or not you can attend\, we hope you’ll consider making a gift in support of this work. Your support helps Tzedek DC provide direct legal services\, financial empowerment programs\, and advocacy that help DC residents build long-term financial stability.   \nVisit tzedekdc.org/ewdj for more program information and other FAQs. \nThe event address\, which will be in DC’s NoMa neighborhood\, will be shared in advance with attendees\, and other security measures will be in place at the event. We’re grateful for your involvement and look forward to seeing you on September 14.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/eat-well-do-justice-2026-spice-it-up-sephardic/
LOCATION:Washington\, DC*\, Washington\, DC*
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Events & Gatherings
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tzedek DC":MAILTO:alw@tzedekdc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260915T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260915T130000
DTSTAMP:20260810T191047Z
CREATED:20260810T191047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T191047Z
UID:10009469-1789473600-1789477200@www.shalomdc.org
SUMMARY:Israeli 2026 Election Series Part 2
DESCRIPTION:Join the Jewish Community Relations Council of Greater Washington and The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington for the first program in our 2026 election series. \nPart Two\, The Issues\, Parties\, and Leaders Shaping Israel’s Vote\, will take place via Zoom in September 15\, 12:00 PM and will explore the major political parties\, key figures\, current polling\, and the issues driving Israeli voters ahead of the election. \nThe three Israeli natives will explain how Israel’s electoral system works\, who the major political parties are\, how governments are formed\, and what makes Israeli elections so unique. \nRegister
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/israeli-2026-election-series-part-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Israel Connections
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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:20260916T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T203000
DTSTAMP:20260618T152154Z
CREATED:20260611T133313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T152154Z
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SUMMARY:Donor Society Appreciation Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Donor Society Appreciation Dinner as we celebrate your unwavering dedication to the land and people of Israel. Learn how your commitment is making a lasting impact on countless lives as we honor you and the importance of your giving\, and be inspired by our speaker’s story as a key player in one of Israel’s most daring intelligence missions in recent history. \nThis event is exclusive for partners giving $5\,000 or more to the current campaign (October 1\, 2025 – September 30\, 2026) or Root Society members (partners ages 22-40 giving $1\,800 or more to the current campaign). \nMore Information:\nAdam Tennen\nExecutive Director\, Mid Atlantic\natennen@jnf.org • 301.589.8565 x842
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/donor-society-appreciation-dinner/
LOCATION:Rockville\, MD\, Address Provided One Week Prior to Event\, Rockville\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Events & Gatherings,Israel Connections,Leadership & Philanthropy
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish NAtional Fund-USA":MAILTO:ATennen@jnf.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T203000
DTSTAMP:20260617T203256Z
CREATED:20260617T203256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T203256Z
UID:10008608-1789583400-1789590600@www.shalomdc.org
SUMMARY:Bender JCC Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Board Meetings and Annual Meeting on June 9\, 2027
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/bender-jcc-board-meeting-15/2026-09-16/
LOCATION:Bender JCC of Greater Washington\, 6125 Montrose Road\, Rockville\, MD\, 20852\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Events & Gatherings
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bender JCC of Greater Washington":MAILTO:mregev@benderjccgw.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T230000
DTSTAMP:20260319T182920Z
CREATED:20260319T182920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T182920Z
UID:10008295-1789587000-1789599600@www.shalomdc.org
SUMMARY:CESJDS Board Mtg
DESCRIPTION:CESJDS Board Mtg
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/cesjds-board-mtg/2026-09-16/
LOCATION:Charles E. Smith Jewish Day School\, 1901 E. Jefferson Street\, Rockville\, MD\, 20852\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Events & Gatherings
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ORGANIZER;CN="Charles E. Smith Jewish Day School":MAILTO:rvangorden@cesjds.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T170000
DTSTAMP:20260701T172026Z
CREATED:20260701T172026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T172026Z
UID:10008799-1789632000-1789664400@www.shalomdc.org
SUMMARY:New Mom's Circle | Sept. – Oct. 2026
DESCRIPTION:Becoming a parent for the first time is exciting—but it can also feel overwhelming and isolating. Join New Moms Circle at the Bender JCC to find community and connection with others who are experiencing similar milestones and challenges. \nThis group meets weekly and offers connection\, encouragement\, and practical guidance from your peers as you navigate the physical\, emotional\, and lifestyle changes that come with caring for a new baby. \nLight refreshments will be served. \nThis group is designed for first-time parents with babies aged 0–9 months.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/new-moms-circle-sept-oct-2026/2026-09-17/
LOCATION:Bender JCC of Greater Washington\, 6125 Montrose Road\, Rockville\, MD\, 20852\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Events & Gatherings,Jewish Identity & Inclusion,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:20260917T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T200000
DTSTAMP:20260811T184631Z
CREATED:20260811T184631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T184631Z
UID:10009477-1789669800-1789675200@www.shalomdc.org
SUMMARY:Honest to Goodness: A Teshuvah Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Let’s be real: meaningful\, lasting change requires honest acknowledgment\, not self-punishment. With guest Rabbi Jason Kimelman-Block\, explore the ancient practice of teshuva (return) as a framework for the kind of self-reckoning that actually sticks. \nDrawing on the Jewish ethical practice Mussar\, Chassidic wisdom\, and the surprising story of Yehuda\, you’ll be guided through reflection\, visioning\, and concrete intention-setting across four dimensions of our lives: our relationships\, our bodies\, our spiritual lives\, and our relationship to the planet.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/honest-to-goodness-a-teshuvah-workshop/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T203000
DTSTAMP:20260813T182655Z
CREATED:20260303T155133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T182655Z
UID:10008194-1789669800-1789677000@www.shalomdc.org
SUMMARY:Annual Prime Minister’s Council Dinner
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/annual-pmc-event-prime-ministers-council/
LOCATION:Bethesda\, MD*\, Bethesda\, MD*
CATEGORIES:Federation,Leadership & Philanthropy
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington":MAILTO:info@www.shalomdc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260918T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260918T103000
DTSTAMP:20260810T174827Z
CREATED:20260810T174827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T174827Z
UID:10009436-1789722000-1789727400@www.shalomdc.org
SUMMARY:First Year Moms Group
DESCRIPTION:Join other moms and babies (infants under 1 year) once a week when our Early Childhood Center is in session for a relaxed and supportive gathering. Together\, you’ll build community\, share the joys and challenges of new motherhood\, and connect through conversation\, friendship\, and Shabbat celebration. Led by an ECC teacher\, this special time includes songs\, traditions\, and meaningful moments for both moms and babies. This is for first time moms and fourth time moms\, alike! \n2026-2027 Dates: Sept 18\, 25; Oct 2\, 9\, 16\, 23\, 30; Nov 6\, 13\, 20; Dec 4\, 11\, 18; Jan 8\, 15\, 22\, 29; Feb 5\, 12\, 19\, 26; Mar 5\, 12\, 19; Apr 2\, 9\, 16\, 23\, 30; May 7\, 14\, 21\, 28 \nIn the event of an unexpected school closure (i.e. for weather)\, the First Year Moms Group will not meet. The TRS ECC follows Arlington County Public Schools for school closures and delays. \nCost \nDrop-in Class: TRS Members/Free\, Non-Members/$18 \nIf you are interested in participating for the full school year\, please contact Sarah Rogoff for special pricing.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/first-year-moms-group/2026-09-18/
LOCATION:Temple Rodef Shalom\, 2100 Westmoreland Street\, Falls Church\, VA\, 22043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Events & Gatherings
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ORGANIZER;CN="Temple Rodef Shalom":MAILTO:info@templerodefshalom.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T104500
DTSTAMP:20260701T172204Z
CREATED:20260701T172204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T172204Z
UID:10008812-1789812000-1789814700@www.shalomdc.org
SUMMARY:Music Together | September-November 2026
DESCRIPTION:Build on your child’s natural enthusiasm for music and movement and learn the skills to support the natural process of music development. Pricing per family depends on how many children are enrolled in the class.\n$280 for the 1st child\, $175 for the 2nd child and $90 for the third child. If you would like to register a child who is under 8 months old\, please reach out to our staff at jradosh@benderjccgw.org.\n10/24 will be a skip date.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/music-together-september-november-2026/2026-09-19/
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:20260919T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T213000
DTSTAMP:20260813T142433Z
CREATED:20260813T142433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T142433Z
UID:10009479-1789846200-1789853400@www.shalomdc.org
SUMMARY:Sins and S'mores
DESCRIPTION:Join us the weekend between Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur for s’mores\, socializing\, and a pinch of spirituality. Gather with other Jewish young professionals (20s & 30s) for Havdalah\, wine\, roasted marshmallows & chocolate\, and a different spin on the Tashlich experience around the firepit. \nFor more information and to register\, please click here: https://bethelmc.org/smores
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/sins-and-smores/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth El of Montgomery County\, 8215 Old Georgetown Road\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Events & Gatherings,Jewish Holidays, Rituals, and Traditions,Jewish Identity & Inclusion
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ORGANIZER;CN="Congregation Beth El":MAILTO:info@bethelmc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260920T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260920T210000
DTSTAMP:20260805T125108Z
CREATED:20260805T125108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T125108Z
UID:10009423-1789930800-1789938000@www.shalomdc.org
SUMMARY:Sixth & I Kol Nidre
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-kol-nidre/
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:20260921T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260921T123000
DTSTAMP:20260805T125049Z
CREATED:20260805T125049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T125049Z
UID:10009424-1789983000-1789993800@www.shalomdc.org
SUMMARY:Sixth & I Yom Kippur
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-yom-kippur/
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:20260921T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260921T150000
DTSTAMP:20260805T124843Z
CREATED:20260805T124843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T124843Z
UID:10009426-1789997400-1790002800@www.shalomdc.org
SUMMARY:Sixth & I Yom Kippur - 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-yom-kippur-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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260921T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260921T210000
DTSTAMP:20260811T184549Z
CREATED:20260811T184549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T184549Z
UID:10009478-1790017200-1790024400@www.shalomdc.org
SUMMARY:Havdalah and Break Fast
DESCRIPTION:Wind down the High Holidays and transition to a new week and year with some singing\, hear the shofar blast\, and have your fill of bagels (the one day of the year we’ll let you eat in the sanctuary!). We’ll set the vibe with glow sticks to welcome in a brighter 5787.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/havdalah-and-break-fast/
LOCATION:Sixth & I\, 600 I St NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Events & Gatherings,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:20260924T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T203000
DTSTAMP:20260708T150202Z
CREATED:20260708T150202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T150202Z
UID:10008897-1790276400-1790281800@www.shalomdc.org
SUMMARY:CoA Coffeehouse: Concert featuring Seth Kibel & The Kletzet
DESCRIPTION:They’ll entertain and delight with a program of upbeat klezmer music\, along with some Yiddish folksong\, jazz & swing. Think the Brothers Gershwin\, Irving Berlin\, Cole Porter\, Duke Ellington\, Benny Goodman\, and more! Seth and his band will have your toes a-tappin’ and make you want to dance in the aisles. In addition to the great music\, you’ll enjoy Kibel’s historical commentary and humorous anecdotes.\nSeth Kibel wows audiences on clarinet\, flute\, and saxophone. We’re thrilled to have him back!\nBut first\, let’s eat: Heavy hors d’oeuvres\, desserts\, and wine precede the concert.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/coa-coffeehouse-concert-featuring-seth-kibel-the-kletzet/
LOCATION:Bender JCC of Greater Washington\, 6125 Montrose Road\, Rockville\, MD\, 20852\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Events & Gatherings
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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:20260928T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260928T133000
DTSTAMP:20260813T142405Z
CREATED:20260813T142405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T142405Z
UID:10009481-1790598600-1790602200@www.shalomdc.org
SUMMARY:Lawyers Lunch & Learn: Sanctioned Bigotry: Antisemitism in US History
DESCRIPTION:The JCRC of Greater Washington\, American Jewish Committee (AJC)\, The American Association of Jewish Lawyers and Jurists (AAJLJ)\, The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington Next Gen Lawyers and Lawyers Divisions\, and Tzedek DC invite you to the next session in our Lawyers Lunch & Learn\, Sanctioned Bigotry: Antisemitism in US History \nFeaturing: Britt P. Tevis\, assistant professor of history and the Phyllis Backer Professor of Jewish Studies\, Syracuse University \nThough a frequent topic of discussion\, antisemitism in the United States is a poorly understood historical phenomenon. In this talk\, Britt Tevis offers a historical lens on anti-Jewish bigotry\, discrimination\, and violence by illuminating underappreciated and unexplored dimensions of anti-Jewish inequality from America’s past.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/lawyers-lunch-learn-sanctioned-bigotry-antisemitism-in-us-history/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T210000
DTSTAMP:20260212T133823Z
CREATED:20260212T133823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T133823Z
UID:10008065-1790704800-1790715600@www.shalomdc.org
SUMMARY:JSSA Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:All meetings are held from 6 – 9 pm. Our schedule for 2026 is:\nFeb 24\nApril 14\nJune 9\nSeptember 29\nNovember 10\nDecember 15
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/jssa-board-meeting/2026-09-29/
LOCATION:Private\, Private
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Social Service Agency (JSSA)":MAILTO:contactus@jssa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T153000
DTSTAMP:20260714T145553Z
CREATED:20260714T145553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T145553Z
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SUMMARY:CoA Excursion: National Geographic Museum of Exploration
DESCRIPTION:Discover wonder and adventure on a special group trip to D.C.’s newly redesigned National Geographic Museum of Exploration!\nBe among the first to experience this world-class destination. Far more than a traditional museum\, this extraordinary space invites you to explore the world through breathtaking photography\, interactive exhibits\, and inspiring stories from across the globe.\nEnjoy a private guided tour as we journey through remarkable discoveries\, cultures\, and adventures that shape our planet. Cafeteria onsite – lunch on your own.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/coa-excursion-national-geographic-museum-of-exploration/
LOCATION:Bender JCC of Greater Washington\, 6125 Montrose Road\, Rockville\, MD\, 20852\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Events & Gatherings
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bender JCC of Greater Washington":MAILTO:mregev@benderjccgw.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T203000
DTSTAMP:20260811T184446Z
CREATED:20260811T184446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T184446Z
UID:10009474-1790793000-1790800200@www.shalomdc.org
SUMMARY:Women for a Sweeter World: An Evening of Hope
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a meaningful evening of film\, conversation\, and connection exploring the power of women\, collaboration\, and hope across communities in Israel. \nThe evening will feature a screening of the inspiring documentary “Women for a Sweeter World” (53 min)\, followed by a conversation with the film’s director\, Roei Levi Ymamori\, the film’s founder and inspiration\, Yossi Aud\, and three Jewish and Arab women leaders from the Women of Honey collective. \nThe film tells the remarkable story of women from diverse communities in Israel — Jewish\, Muslim\, Christian\, Druze\, and Bedouin — who come together through biodynamic beekeeping. While learning the delicate art of caring for bees\, they also build friendships\, create economic opportunities\, and develop meaningful connections across cultural and religious divides. \nThrough the conversation following the film\, participants will hear firsthand about the journey of creating connections\, building bridges\, and believing that change is possible even in challenging times. \nFree admission. RSVP required.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/women-for-a-sweeter-world-an-evening-of-hope/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Israel & Global Jewish Life,Israel Connections,Jewish Identity & Inclusion
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia":MAILTO:shalom@jccnv.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T203000
DTSTAMP:20260805T164437Z
CREATED:20260805T164437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T164437Z
UID:10009430-1790794800-1790800200@www.shalomdc.org
SUMMARY:Evan Gershkovich with Peter Baker
DESCRIPTION:In March 2023\, a year after Russia invaded Ukraine\, Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich met with a source in an empty restaurant 900 miles east of Moscow. Masked agents charged in\, blindfolded Gershkovich\, and dragged him into an unmarked van. The agents were from the FSB\, Putin’s security service\, and the successor to the Soviet-era KGB. Five years earlier\, Gershkovich—whose parents had left the Soviet Union in the 1970s for New Jersey—arrived in Moscow to start his journalism career. \nInterrogated for hours after his arrest\, Gershkovich was charged with spying and thrown in Moscow’s notorious Lefortovo prison—a pawn in a geopolitical chess match. After his world shrunk to a tiny cell\, Gershkovich continued reporting. For the next sixteen months\, he documented a life in Russia that few Westerners will ever experience: its sprawling prison system\, with its own vocabulary and customs—and surprising pockets of humanity. \nIn This Cursed Beautiful Land: A Russian-American Story\, Gershkovich recounts the events leading to his arrest\, his nearly 500 days in Russian prisons\, and the multi-country prisoner swap that freed him. More than a prison memoir\, it’s a chronicle of a misunderstood people and their land. \nGershkovich will be in conversation with Peter Baker\, the chief White House correspondent for The New York Times.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/evan-gershkovich-with-peter-baker/
LOCATION:Sixth & I\, 600 I St NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Events & Gatherings
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sixth &amp%3B I":MAILTO:info@sixthandi.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T203000
DTSTAMP:20260812T151922Z
CREATED:20260625T160048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T151922Z
UID:10008711-1790879400-1790886600@www.shalomdc.org
SUMMARY:Sukkot Gathering with Gil & Terri Preuss
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/sukkot-gathering-with-gil-and-terri-preuss/
LOCATION:Washington\, DC*\, Washington\, DC*
CATEGORIES:Federation
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington":MAILTO:info@www.shalomdc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261005T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261005T113000
DTSTAMP:20260713T141116Z
CREATED:20260713T141116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260713T141116Z
UID:10008917-1791196200-1791199800@www.shalomdc.org
SUMMARY:Rhythm 'N' Ruach | October - December 2026
DESCRIPTION:Music helps to anchor a child’s cultural identity. Rhythm ‘N’ Ruach high energy music and movement to encourage joyful Jewish learning. Ideal for children ages 0 – 4 years old\, this program encourages children and their loved ones to participate in the music with real instrument and yoga poses\, creating an inspirational and educational experience. Caregivers will be required to stay for the entirety of the program.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/rhythm-n-ruach-october-december-2026/2026-10-05/
LOCATION:Bender JCC of Greater Washington\, 6125 Montrose Road\, Rockville\, MD\, 20852\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,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:20261005T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261005T203000
DTSTAMP:20260816T004840Z
CREATED:20260713T182520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260816T004840Z
UID:10008979-1791226800-1791232200@www.shalomdc.org
SUMMARY:Legacy Parlor Meeting
DESCRIPTION:More information coming soon!
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/legacy-parlor-meeting/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261006T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261006T200000
DTSTAMP:20260625T172542Z
CREATED:20260623T134643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T172542Z
UID:10008630-1791311400-1791316800@www.shalomdc.org
SUMMARY:Northern Virginia Leadership Cohort Session 2
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/northern-virginia-leadership-cohort-2026-27-4/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Virtual\, Virtual
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Leadership & Philanthropy
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington":MAILTO:info@www.shalomdc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261007T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261007T210000
DTSTAMP:20260811T184009Z
CREATED:20260811T184009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T184009Z
UID:10009475-1791399600-1791406800@www.shalomdc.org
SUMMARY:October 7th: Remembering Together Through Music\, Stories & Food
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a meaningful community gathering marking three years since October 7th — an evening of remembrance\, reflection\, and hope. \nThe evening will feature a moving musical experience\, where select members of our community have chosen songs that hold personal and collective memories connected to October 7. The songs will be brought to life by a group of Israeli musicians\, creating a space to honor the people\, places\, and stories that continue to stay with us. \nFollowing the performance\, we will gather around food prepared in memory of those who were lost and the communities that were impacted on that day. Through shared recipes and stories\, we will remember\, reflect\, and create space to process the journey of the three years that have passed. \nTogether\, we will hold both the pain and the hope — honoring those we lost while strengthening the connections\, resilience\, and community that continue to carry us forward. \nThis program is free. RSVP required. \nThis program is presented in partnership with The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington. 
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/october-7th-remembering-together-through-music-stories-food/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Crisis Response & Resilience,Israel & Global Jewish Life,Israel Connections
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia":MAILTO:shalom@jccnv.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261007T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261007T213000
DTSTAMP:20260727T144352Z
CREATED:20260727T144352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T144352Z
UID:10009006-1791401400-1791408600@www.shalomdc.org
SUMMARY:Theater J's The Flying Lovers of Vitebsk
DESCRIPTION:Theater J presents THE FLYING LOVERS OF VITEBSK by Daniel Jamieson with music by Ian Ross and Sarah O’Halloran Directed by Hayley Finn. \nBefore the paintings\, poems\, and fame\, Bella and Marc Chagall were two young dreamers whose love transformed the world around them. Through music\, movement\, and theatrical magic\, their journey unfolds from a small Jewish town into a vivid landscape of imagination\, devotion\, and resilience. Tender\, whimsical\, and visually enchanting\, THE FLYING LOVERS OF VITEBSK is a love story that reminds us how art and love can lift us beyond the gravity of everyday life. Hailed as “gorgeous” by The New York Times and “a heart-lifting\, heart-piercing delight” by The Stage\, Ian Ross’ music brings Daniel Jamieson’s passionate words to life for the first time in DC. \nTickets are available at theaterj.org starting Wednesday\, August 12 or by calling 202-777-3210.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/theater-js-the-flying-lovers-of-vitebsk/2026-10-07/
LOCATION:Edlavitch DCJCC\, 1529 Sixteenth Street NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20036\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Events & Gatherings
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ORGANIZER;CN="Theater J":MAILTO:theaterj@theaterj.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261009
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261010
DTSTAMP:20260816T184356Z
CREATED:20260625T172017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260816T184356Z
UID:10008717-1791504000-1791590399@www.shalomdc.org
SUMMARY:The Network's Mission to Baltimore
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/the-networks-mission-to-baltimore/
LOCATION:Baltimore\, MD
CATEGORIES:Federation,The Network
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261011T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261011T190000
DTSTAMP:20260720T161433Z
CREATED:20260720T161433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260720T161433Z
UID:10008993-1791736200-1791745200@www.shalomdc.org
SUMMARY:Bluegrass and BBQ
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the new year with an afternoon of live music\, great food\, and family fun! Enjoy live bluegrass from Nefesh Mountain\, Kosher BBQ for purchase from Makom on a Roll\, local hard and sweet cider by Doc Waters Cidery\, kids’ crafts\, and the climbing tower.\nTickets are required for entry. Adult ticket includes one hard or soft cider. Kids (20 and under) are free with a paying adult.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/bluegrass-and-bbq/
LOCATION:Bender JCC of Greater Washington\, 6125 Montrose Road\, Rockville\, MD\, 20852\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Events & Gatherings
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bender JCC of Greater Washington":MAILTO:mregev@benderjccgw.org
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