Enjoy brunch and a special lecture with Gil Hovav—renowned Israeli TV presenter, culinary journalist, and author, and the great-grandson of Eliezer Ben-Yehuda, the father of modern Hebrew. Hovav will share personal family stories about the revival of Hebrew and how the language continues to evolve today, including its growing use in more inclusive and non-binary expression.

This program is presented in partnership with Bet Mishpachah and The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington, working together to strengthen Jewish life and build community across Greater Washington.

*The location and street address will be emailed to each guest prior to the event, using the email address provided at registration.

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Security at Federation Events
The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington’s security division, JShield, works closely with local law enforcement to coordinate security for all Federation-hosted events. We use every available resource to help ensure your safety and appreciate your partnership in helping us maintain a secure and welcoming environment for all. Please take note of the following policies:

  • Entry: Registration is required—walk-ins will not be permitted. A government-issued ID is required for entry.
  • Bag Policy: Backpacks, luggage, and large purses are not permitted. If possible, we encourage you to avoid bringing a bag. If necessary, please bring a small one. All bags are subject to search.
  • Additional Security Measures: Depending on the event, additional procedures such as metal detectors may be in place.
  • Social Media Protocol: To help protect all attendees, please do not post the location of a Federation event before or during the event. We ask that you wait to post until the event has ended and the site is clear.

Special Accommodations
We’re committed to building an inclusive community. If you need accommodations to participate meaningfully, please contact us in advance at 301-230-7200 or events@www.shalomdc.org.

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