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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T080000
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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-2026/2026-09-24/
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:20260924T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T103000
DTSTAMP:20260701T172348Z
CREATED: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-2026/2026-09-24/
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: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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260925T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260925T103000
DTSTAMP:20260810T174827Z
CREATED:20260810T174827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T174827Z
UID:10009437-1790326800-1790332200@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/2026-09-25/
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:20260925T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260925T110000
DTSTAMP:20251103T171438Z
CREATED:20251103T171438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T171438Z
UID:10006700-1790332200-1790334000@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-51/2026-09-25/
LOCATION:Bender JCC of Greater Washington\, 6125 Montrose Road\, Rockville\, MD\, 20852\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Jewish Holidays, Rituals, and Traditions,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:20260925T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260925T110000
DTSTAMP:20260701T171905Z
CREATED:20260701T171905Z
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UID:10008795-1790332200-1790334000@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-2026/2026-09-25/
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:20260925T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260925T210000
DTSTAMP:20260826T203849Z
CREATED:20260826T203849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T203849Z
UID:10009538-1790359200-1790370000@www.shalomdc.org
SUMMARY:Community Sukkah Party
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a joyful evening of community\, song\, and celebration in and around the Hill Havurah sukkah! We’ll shake the lulav and etrog\, eat and sing with Rabbi Hannah. We will have sukkah decorating fun for kids (and kids-at-heart)\, and time to relax\, reconnect\, and revel in the holiday spirit.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/community-sukkah-party/
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:20260925T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260925T193000
DTSTAMP:20260826T204605Z
CREATED:20260826T204605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T204605Z
UID:10009548-1790361000-1790364600@www.shalomdc.org
SUMMARY:Erev Shabbat Sukkot Festival Service
DESCRIPTION:Temple Rodef Shalom invites the community to celebrate Sukkot at an Erev Shabbat Sukkot Festival Service on Friday\, September 25\, at 6:30 PM. Led by TRS clergy\, this joyful service will feature prayer\, music\, and reflection as we welcome Shabbat and Sukkot together. Following the service\, gather for an oneg in the sukkah and celebrate the holiday’s themes of gratitude\, community\, and joy. All are welcome!
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/erev-shabbat-sukkot-festival-service/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T094500
DTSTAMP:20260106T172708Z
CREATED:20251107T164613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T172708Z
UID:10007363-1790413200-1790415900@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-163/2026-09-26/
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T110000
DTSTAMP:20260826T204408Z
CREATED:20260826T204408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T204408Z
UID:10009541-1790415000-1790420400@www.shalomdc.org
SUMMARY:Tot Swap and Tot Sukkot Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for Tot Swap in the Sukkah! Drop off donations of tot sized winter gear\, costumes\, and books in the Temple Sinai Community Lounge or bring them to the Tot Swap on Saturday September 26. \nShop the Tot Swap as part of our Tot Sukkot Celebration and pick up some new winter gear or costumes for your kiddos. \nWe will also celebrate the holiday of Sukkot by shaking the lulav\, noshing\, singing and decorating the Temple Sinai sukkah.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/tot-swap-and-tot-sukkot-celebration/
LOCATION:Temple Sinai\, 3100 Military Road NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20015\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Events & Gatherings,Jewish Holidays, Rituals, and Traditions,Youth & Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="Temple Sinai":MAILTO:eagler@templesinaidc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T104500
DTSTAMP:20260615T170730Z
CREATED:20260506T183458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260615T170730Z
UID:10008562-1790416800-1790419500@www.shalomdc.org
SUMMARY:Music Together | Summer 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.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/music-together-9am-march-june-2026-2/2026-09-26/
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:20260926T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T220000
DTSTAMP:20260922T152352Z
CREATED:20260915T001535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T152352Z
UID:10009564-1790451000-1790460000@www.shalomdc.org
SUMMARY:Rabbi Joe Black After Dark: Songs\, Stories\, and Spirits
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an intimate evening with Rabbi Joe Black in a transformed\, candlelit café\, with Jewish favorites\, original music\, award-winning songs\, stories\, and humor. Drinks\, light bites\, and a dessert intermission. Registration required.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/rabbi-joe-black-after-dark-songs-stories-and-spirits/
LOCATION:Beth El Hebrew Congregation\, 3830 Seminary Road\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22304\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Events & Gatherings,Jewish Holidays, Rituals, and Traditions
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ORGANIZER;CN="Beth El Hebrew Congregation":MAILTO:office@bethelhebrew.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260927T104500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260927T113000
DTSTAMP:20251017T180149Z
CREATED:20251017T145202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251017T180149Z
UID:10006516-1790505900-1790508600@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/2026-09-27/
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:20260927T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260927T120000
DTSTAMP:20260915T001019Z
CREATED:20260915T001019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T001019Z
UID:10009591-1790506800-1790510400@www.shalomdc.org
SUMMARY:Sukkot Party in Eastern Market Park
DESCRIPTION:Community Sukkot celebration with Magic Show! \nPlease Note: This event will take place at this location rain or shine. See you! \nCelebrate Sukkot and fulfill the special Shaking the Lulav and Etrog!\nHop inside the sukkah\, and make a blessing on some delicious snacks! \nMagic Show Performance – Fun for all ages! \nSpecial activity! \nLocation:\nThis event will take place at the Eastern Market Playground\, located between D St SE and Pennsylvania Ave SE\, between 8th St SE and 9th St SE. \nFor the easiest directions\, enter 820 D St SE\, Washington\, DC 20003 into your GPS. The playground is just steps away. \nSee you there!
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/sukkot-party-in-eastern-market-park/
LOCATION:Eastern Market Park\, 820 D St SE\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Events & Gatherings,Jewish Holidays, Rituals, and Traditions,Youth & Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260927T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260927T210000
DTSTAMP:20260923T203441Z
CREATED:20260914T192544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T203441Z
UID:10009571-1790535600-1790542800@www.shalomdc.org
SUMMARY:Soundtrack to Survival
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an intimate evening of music\, storytelling\, and reflection as we commemorate three years since October 7. \nGuy Gilboa-Dalal was kidnapped from the Nova music festival and held hostage in Gaza\, and his brother\, Gal\, spent nearly two years fighting for his release. Now reunited\, the brothers use music and conversation to share their deeply personal journey of captivity\, survival\, and healing. \nInspired by MTV Unplugged and moderated by Craig Dershowitz\, CEO and Executive Director of Artists 4 Israel\, Soundtrack to Survival invites us to experience their story through the songs that carried meaning along the way.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/soundtrack-to-survival-2/
LOCATION:Edlavitch DCJCC\, 1529 Sixteenth Street NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20036\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Events & Gatherings,Israel & Global Jewish Life,Israel Connections
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260928T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260928T093000
DTSTAMP:20251017T180221Z
CREATED:20251017T145131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251017T180221Z
UID:10006576-1790585100-1790587800@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-108/2026-09-28/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260928T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260928T111500
DTSTAMP:20260701T143349Z
CREATED:20260701T143349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T143349Z
UID:10008732-1790591400-1790594100@www.shalomdc.org
SUMMARY:Rhythm 'N' Ruach | August-October 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-august-october-2026/2026-09-28/
LOCATION:Bender JCC of Greater Washington\, 6125 Montrose Road\, Rockville\, MD\, 20852\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,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:20260928T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260928T123000
DTSTAMP:20260123T204401Z
CREATED:20260123T204401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T204401Z
UID:10007894-1790596800-1790598600@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/2026-09-28/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Events & Gatherings
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ORGANIZER;CN="SVIVAH":MAILTO:connect@svivah.org
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260928T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260928T180000
DTSTAMP:20260917T202152Z
CREATED:20260831T182742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T202152Z
UID:10009558-1790613000-1790618400@www.shalomdc.org
SUMMARY:Paint\, Plant & Grow: A Garden Art Workshop (Inspired by Sukkot)
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the fall harvest season with a fun\, hands-on art and nature experience for children and families. The workshop begins with a short\, engaging story introducing the themes of the harvest season\, inspired by the festival of Sukkot. Participants will then paint their own flower pots and plant flowers to take home\, combining creativity with nature and seasonal growth. We’ll wrap up with a light group activity to bring everyone together.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/paint-plant-grow-a-garden-art-workshop-inspired-by-sukkot/
LOCATION:Glen Echo\, MD\, Glen Echo\, MD
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Jewish Holidays, Rituals, and Traditions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260928T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260928T180000
DTSTAMP:20260915T001240Z
CREATED:20260915T001240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T001240Z
UID:10009588-1790614800-1790618400@www.shalomdc.org
SUMMARY:Pizza in the Hut
DESCRIPTION:Join our Gesher Mishpacha (family) for a joyful Sukkot celebration and Sukkah dinner!\nPlayground open for supervised play 3:45 – 5:00 p.m.  Dinner in the sukkah 5:00 – 6:00 p.m.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/pizza-in-the-hut/
LOCATION:Gesher Jewish Day School\, 4800 Mattie Moore Ct.\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Jewish Holidays, Rituals, and Traditions
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ORGANIZER;CN="Gesher Jewish Day School":MAILTO:frontdesk@gesher-jds.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260928T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260928T200000
DTSTAMP:20260922T194443Z
CREATED:20260922T194443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T194443Z
UID:10009618-1790620200-1790625600@www.shalomdc.org
SUMMARY:The Den SukkahMobile Pop-Up: Union Market
DESCRIPTION:The Den’s SukkahMobile is hitting the road! Join Rabbi Anna as our traveling sukkah pops up in Northeast DC for an evening of learning\, ritual\, snacks\, and connection in the heart of Union Market. \nWe’ll gather for a brief learning with Rabbi Anna\, shake the lulav and etrog in the SukkahMobile\, share some light snacks\, and enjoy being together outdoors during Sukkot. We’ll also have an opportunity to explore the neighborhood before or after our gathering where you can grab dinner\, drinks\, or dessert\, and spend more time together. \nWhether you’ve been celebrating Sukkot for years or this is your first time stepping into a sukkah\, come experience this joyful holiday with the Den community and see where our SukkahMobile lands! \nThis gathering will take place in Northeast DC. Exact meeting details will be shared with registered participants before the event. \nSign Up by Sep 24 \nthe Den Collective serves 20s\, 30s\, and 40s throughout the Greater Washington Area.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/the-den-sukkahmobile-pop-up-union-market/
LOCATION:Exact location will be shared with registered participants.
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Jewish Holidays, Rituals, and Traditions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260928T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260928T210000
DTSTAMP:20260121T013838Z
CREATED:20260121T013838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T013838Z
UID:10007596-1790623800-1790629200@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-112/2026-09-28/
LOCATION:Congregation Har Tzeon-Agudath Achim\, 1840 University Blvd W\, Wheaton\, MD\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Events & Gatherings,Israel Connections,Jewish Identity & Inclusion
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ORGANIZER;CN="Congregation Har Tzeon-Agudath Achim":MAILTO:info@htaa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T170000
DTSTAMP:20260701T172026Z
CREATED:20260701T172026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T172026Z
UID:10008802-1790668800-1790701200@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-2026/2026-09-29/
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:20260929T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T110000
DTSTAMP:20260701T172300Z
CREATED:20260701T172300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T172300Z
UID:10008817-1790677800-1790679600@www.shalomdc.org
SUMMARY:Crafty Tots | September-October 2026
DESCRIPTION:Crafty Tots is a multi-sensory experience designed for our littlest artists. Each class begins with story time to spark imagination and inspire the arts and crafts project. Caregivers will participate alongside their child\, making it a special bonding experience filled with mess\, imagination\, and lots of smiles. Each class also includes free time at the end for children to connect\, move around\, and get their wiggles out in our fun play space. This class will be lead by Ally Jakov\, Bender JCC’s J Family Ambassador Lead.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/crafty-tots-september-october-2026/2026-09-29/
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:20260929T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T190000
DTSTAMP:20260922T222311Z
CREATED:20260922T152750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T222311Z
UID:10009614-1790701200-1790708400@www.shalomdc.org
SUMMARY:Sukkot in the Safari
DESCRIPTION:🦎🐐🍕🍦\nWe’re going WILD for Sukkot! 🎉🌿\nCome hang with us for a seriously fun afternoon with the whole family — think **adorable animals\, reptiles\, pizza\, icee truck & lots of Sukkot fun!** 😍 \n🐐 Petting Zoo\n🦎 LIVE Reptile Show\n🍕 Pizza Dinner\n🍦 Icee Truck\n🌿 Shake the Lulav & Esrog\n🎨 Sukkot Activities\n🎉 & MORE! \nCome play\, explore\, eat\, and celebrate Sukkot with us! 🦁💚 \n📅 Tuesday\, September 29th 2026\n⏰ 5:00-7:00PM\n📍 Chabad Lubavitch of Northern Virginia \nChabadNova.Org/Safari
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/sukkot-in-the-safari/
LOCATION:Chabad Lubavitch of Northern Virginia\, 3939 Prince William Drive\, Fairfax\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Events & Gatherings,Jewish Holidays, Rituals, and Traditions,Youth & Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chabad Lubavitch of Northern Virginia":MAILTO:chabadva@gmail.com
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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:20260929T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T213000
DTSTAMP:20260828T182113Z
CREATED:20260828T153512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T182113Z
UID:10009550-1790706600-1790717400@www.shalomdc.org
SUMMARY:Next Gen Cabinet Sukkot Gathering
DESCRIPTION:A gathering of our Next Gen Cabinet members to celebrate Sukkot. \nBy invitation only. \nQuestions? Please contact Jeremy Frisch.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/nextgen-cabinet-sukkot-gathering-2026/
CATEGORIES:Federation,Next Gen
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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:20260929T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T203000
DTSTAMP:20260701T183500Z
CREATED:20260623T203922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T183500Z
UID:10008651-1790708400-1790713800@www.shalomdc.org
SUMMARY:The Promised Land: Text\, Tradition\, and Interpretation
DESCRIPTION:INSIGHTS & IDEAS: TUESDAY NIGHT LEARNING WITH GIDEON AMIR\nAugust 4\, 11\, 18\, 25 | 7-8:30 PM ET\nLocation: Zoom Classroom \nGod promised Abraham\, Isaac\, and Jacob that their descendants would inherit the land of Canaan. After the Exodus from Egypt and forty years of wandering in the desert\, the Israelites\, under Joshua’s leadership\, conquered the Promised Land and settled there. \nHowever\, the biblical text raises difficult geographical and ethical questions. \nJoin us to explore these questions and examine how they have been understood and addressed across generations.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/the-promised-land-text-tradition-and-interpretation/2026-09-29/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,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:20260929T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T210000
DTSTAMP:20260922T194548Z
CREATED:20260922T194548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T194548Z
UID:10009619-1790708400-1790715600@www.shalomdc.org
SUMMARY:Come On In: A Sukkot Art Salon on Belonging
DESCRIPTION:Where do you feel at home? Who makes you feel welcome\, and how do we create that feeling for others? \nJoin Rabbi Aderet and Den Member and Sacred Facilitator Fellow Heather Brody for a creative evening exploring what it means to be a guest\, welcome others in\, and build the communities that sustain us. Through Jewish texts and the mystical tradition of ushpizin\, the symbolic guests invited into the sukkah\, we’ll consider who helps us feel that we belong and what it takes to build a village today. \nWe’ll bring these ideas to life through conversation and hands-on artmaking with watercolors\, pastels\, collage\, and mixed media\, while enjoying light refreshments and connecting with new and familiar faces. \nNo artistic or Jewish learning experience is needed\, just curiosity and a willingness to explore. Come as you are! \nThis gathering will take place in Bethesda\, MD. The exact address will be shared with registered participants prior to the gathering. \nSign Up by Sep 24 \nthe Den Collective serves 20s\, 30s\, and 40s throughout the Greater Washington Area.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/come-on-in-a-sukkot-art-salon-on-belonging/
LOCATION:Exact location will be shared with registered participants.
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Jewish Holidays, Rituals, and Traditions
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