Join us for the exhibit honoring Hadar Goldin: Jewish patriot and artist. Hadar, a lieutenant in the IDF’s Givati Brigade, was just 23 when he was killed and kidnapped on […]
Jewish Greater Washington Community Calendar
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Our community calendar highlights events happening across Greater Washington that bring people together to learn, celebrate, and strengthen Jewish life. To share an event or program, submit it for possible inclusion here.
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9 events,
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Author Ross Berkoff joins us to discuss his new book Beyond the Outpost: An Army Cavalry Officer’s War Diary on the Frontlines of Afghanistan, 2003 – 2007. In 2003, Army […]
Free
Registration Opens October 27th Sundays @ 10:45 AM Dates: 11/23/25 – 2/1/26 Skip Dates: 11/30, 12/28 For ages 3–5. Doodlers love their soft, furry, feathery, purr-fect pets! It’s always a […]
$240
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3 events,
Registration Opens October 27th Mondays @ 8:45 AM Dates: 11/17/25 – 1/26/26 Skip Dates: 12/22, 12/29, 1/19 Includes parent-baby postures and massage techniques designed to promote bonding with each other […]
$215
"Ogen" is Hebrew for "anchor." This 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 […] 
Join the fun on Monday nights! $10 per session All levels and ages are welcome No partner needed No experience necessary Israeli dancing is a great way to feel a […]
$10
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4 events,
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Governor Wes Moore is confirmed as the keynote speaker for Maryland Jewish Advocacy Day on Tuesday, February 3rd in Annapolis.
$36 – $65
Nexus is a dynamic, multi-session experience brings together a diverse cohort of Jewish young adults in their 20s and 30s who are passionate about building community, deepening their connection to […]
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We can’t wait to welcome new families into our Early Childhood Center for the 2026–27 school year and Summer 2027. Our ECC offers joyful learning for 2’s, 3’s, 4’s, Jr. […]
Free
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3 events,
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Join the Jewish Community Foundation for a community dialogue centered on the theme of giving Jewishly with Rabbi Aderet Drucker, Executive Director of the Den Collective. 
Beginning Wednesday, January 21 at 7:00 PM, Introduction to Judaism offers an 18-week journey into Jewish beliefs, holidays, texts, history, and culture. Ideal for interfaith couples, spiritual seekers, those exploring […]
$360.00
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Presented by Dr. Edna Friedberg Ever since the 1940s, books about the Holocaust have proven flashpoints. From early editions of The Diary of Anne Frank that omitted controversial passages to […]
Free
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3 events,
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Join us on Thursday for a timely conversation on Iran. This webinar, hosted by the Jewish Federations of North America, explores the current tensions and military threats between Iran, Israel, […]
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Rebuilding Community After October 7: What We Learned and Ideas for Moving Forward A Leadership Convening with Yehuda Kurtzer An evening of reflection on community through open dialogue and shared […]
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Explore how Jews have historically innovated rituals and how today’s Jews are inventing new ones with Rabbi Vanessa Ochs, PhD, University of Virginia Professor Emeritus. No Jewish ritual was created […]
$5 – $18
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1 event,
Fridays @ 10:30 AM Dates: 11/21/25 – 1/30/26 Skip Dates: 11/28, 12/26 Best suited for ages 0 – 4 years old Join us for a fun-filled morning celebrating Shabbat. Learn […]
Free
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5 events,
Best suited for ages 0 – 3 years old (older sibling’s welcome!)
$280
Join Potomac Soccer for some silly soccer fun. Kids will learn age-appropriate skills that will keep your toddler engaged and foster a love for the game.
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Join us for Inclusion Shabbat entitled "From Sinai to Inclusion", led by Kol Ami’s Care, Concern, and Inclusion Committee, for a morning of prayer, song, and reflection that celebrates the […] |
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6 events,
Join us for the exhibit honoring Hadar Goldin: Jewish patriot and artist. Hadar, a lieutenant in the IDF’s Givati Brigade, was just 23 when he was killed and kidnapped on […]
Registration Opens October 27th Sundays @ 10:45 AM Dates: 11/23/25 – 2/1/26 Skip Dates: 11/30, 12/28 For ages 3–5. Doodlers love their soft, furry, feathery, purr-fect pets! It’s always a […]
$240
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Alison Cohen, mindfulness teacher and Jewish educator, presents an in-person Introduction to Applied Mindfulness Workshop.
$54
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4 events,
Registration Opens October 27th Mondays @ 8:45 AM Dates: 11/17/25 – 1/26/26 Skip Dates: 12/22, 12/29, 1/19 Includes parent-baby postures and massage techniques designed to promote bonding with each other […]
$215
"Ogen" is Hebrew for "anchor." This 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 […]
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GW's Jewish Law Students Association (JLSA) is hosting a networking reception for Jewish Students and Attorneys on February 9, 2026 from 6:30 to 8:30 at GW Law (2000 H Street […]
Free
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5 events,
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Come inside the dugout for Israel’s official roster reveal - plus a fireside chat, silent auction, and one-of-a-kind evening celebrating Jewish baseball on and off the field. Featuring ESPN analyst […]
Free
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Learn about our wonderful preschool and meet our teachers. Registration is required. To register, contact preschool@etzhayim.net. To learn more, please visit https://www.etzhayim.net/preschool/about.
Free
Nexus is a dynamic, multi-session experience brings together a diverse cohort of Jewish young adults in their 20s and 30s who are passionate about building community, deepening their connection to […] |
3 events,
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Join Assistant VP of Women's Philanthropy for an intimate listening tour designed to connect women engaged in philanthropy, share ideas, and build community across Greater Washington. 
JShield helps Jewish organizations across the region stay safe, prepared, and resilient customized training sessions build awareness, confidence, and readiness to respond to potential threats.
Beginning Wednesday, January 21 at 7:00 PM, Introduction to Judaism offers an 18-week journey into Jewish beliefs, holidays, texts, history, and culture. Ideal for interfaith couples, spiritual seekers, those exploring […]
$360.00
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0 events,
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3 events,
Fridays @ 10:30 AM Dates: 11/21/25 – 1/30/26 Skip Dates: 11/28, 12/26 Best suited for ages 0 – 4 years old Join us for a fun-filled morning celebrating Shabbat. Learn […]
Free
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Join us for a special Shabbat celebrating reproductive freedom, bodily autonomy, and the power of community. This gathering is for women and female-identifying folks to connect, reflect, and affirm our […]
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Join us for a special Shabbat celebrating reproductive freedom, bodily autonomy, and the power of community. This gathering is for women and female-identifying folks to connect, reflect, and affirm our […] |
4 events,
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Join us for a magical evening of soulful music and connection as we come together for a fresh take on the Den’s approach to curating spirited communal singing experiences. A […] Best suited for ages 0 – 3 years old (older sibling’s welcome!)
$280
Join Potomac Soccer for some silly soccer fun. Kids will learn age-appropriate skills that will keep your toddler engaged and foster a love for the game. |
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2 events,
Join us for the exhibit honoring Hadar Goldin: Jewish patriot and artist. Hadar, a lieutenant in the IDF’s Givati Brigade, was just 23 when he was killed and kidnapped on […]
Registration Opens October 27th Sundays @ 10:45 AM Dates: 11/23/25 – 2/1/26 Skip Dates: 11/30, 12/28 For ages 3–5. Doodlers love their soft, furry, feathery, purr-fect pets! It’s always a […]
$240
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3 events,
Registration Opens October 27th Mondays @ 8:45 AM Dates: 11/17/25 – 1/26/26 Skip Dates: 12/22, 12/29, 1/19 Includes parent-baby postures and massage techniques designed to promote bonding with each other […]
$215
"Ogen" is Hebrew for "anchor." This 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 […]
Join the fun on Monday nights! $10 per session All levels and ages are welcome No partner needed No experience necessary Israeli dancing is a great way to feel a […]
$10
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4 events,
Join our youngest TBS friends for Tot Shabbat as we sing, dance, craft, and pray? A pizza dinner will follow the service.
Free
Nexus is a dynamic, multi-session experience brings together a diverse cohort of Jewish young adults in their 20s and 30s who are passionate about building community, deepening their connection to […]
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Join us for a special screening of “The Trouble with Mr. Doodle,” a 90-minute documentary from the acclaimed makers of “Exit Through the Gift Shop, Searching for Sugar Man,” and […]
$10 – $15
Temple Shalom is hosting the URJ's regional Introduction to Judaism course. Introduction to Judaism is for anyone who wants to gain a deeper understanding of Jewish life through a Reform lens […] |
4 events,
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Congregation Etz Hayim's Rav Amelia teaches and facilitates discussion on the third Wed of each month. February's topic is When to Say the Shema: Argumentation in the Mishna. This class is virtual. Contact office@etzhayim.net for connection information.
Free
Beginning Wednesday, January 21 at 7:00 PM, Introduction to Judaism offers an 18-week journey into Jewish beliefs, holidays, texts, history, and culture. Ideal for interfaith couples, spiritual seekers, those exploring […]
$360.00
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Join Reb David and a special guest for an evening of music and musings! Share in some of your favorite melodies while learning some new tunes. This month we will […]
$18
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5 events,
JShield helps Jewish organizations across the region stay safe, prepared, and resilient customized training sessions build awareness, confidence, and readiness to respond to potential threats.
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Join Makom and ReelAbilities as we view 26 Prospect Street, a film that looks at the sparkle and struggles of the Prospector Theater—a nonprofit movie theater in Connecticut with a […]
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Join fellow men and male-identifying folks at the Den for an evening of meaningful connection, good conversation, and shared reflection. Mifgash, Hebrew for gathering or encounter, invites us to come […] |
4 events,
Fridays @ 10:30 AM Dates: 11/21/25 – 1/30/26 Skip Dates: 11/28, 12/26 Best suited for ages 0 – 4 years old Join us for a fun-filled morning celebrating Shabbat. Learn […]
Free
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From the New York Times-bestselling author of We Were the Lucky Ones, a propulsive and heart-wrenching story of a young woman entrusted with a boy’s life as WWII rages in […]
Free
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Dana Stroul is Director of Research and Shelly and Michael Kassen Senior Fellow at The Washington Institute for Near East Policy, positions she assumed in February, 2024. She rejoined the […]
Free
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8 events,
Join Rabbi Gilah and end-of-life doula Alison Butler for a three-part series exploring both the practical and spiritual dimensions of end-of-life planning. They will walk through key topics, including advance […] Best suited for ages 0 – 3 years old (older sibling’s welcome!)
$280
Join Potomac Soccer for some silly soccer fun. Kids will learn age-appropriate skills that will keep your toddler engaged and foster a love for the game. |
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9 events,
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Join us for a sweet Hamantaschen Baking Event designed just for families with young children! We'll roll, fill, and fold our very own hamantaschen to take home and eat. With […]
Free
Registration Opens October 27th Sundays @ 10:45 AM Dates: 11/23/25 – 2/1/26 Skip Dates: 11/30, 12/28 For ages 3–5. Doodlers love their soft, furry, feathery, purr-fect pets! It’s always a […]
$240
JShield helps Jewish organizations across the region stay safe, prepared, and resilient customized training sessions build awareness, confidence, and readiness to respond to potential threats. |
3 events,
Registration Opens October 27th Mondays @ 8:45 AM Dates: 11/17/25 – 1/26/26 Skip Dates: 12/22, 12/29, 1/19 Includes parent-baby postures and massage techniques designed to promote bonding with each other […]
$215
"Ogen" is Hebrew for "anchor." This 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 […]
Join the fun on Monday nights! $10 per session All levels and ages are welcome No partner needed No experience necessary Israeli dancing is a great way to feel a […]
$10
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7 events,
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Join MoED, in partnership with Federation, for a program featuring leading scholars to explore thoughtful and practical approaches to Israel education and engagement after October 7.
$20
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Join Assistant VP of Women's Philanthropy for an intimate listening tour designed to connect women engaged in philanthropy, share ideas, and build community across Greater Washington.
JShield helps Jewish organizations across the region stay safe, prepared, and resilient customized training sessions build awareness, confidence, and readiness to respond to potential threats. |
1 event,
Beginning Wednesday, January 21 at 7:00 PM, Introduction to Judaism offers an 18-week journey into Jewish beliefs, holidays, texts, history, and culture. Ideal for interfaith couples, spiritual seekers, those exploring […]
$360.00
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4 events,
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💍 Double Take Israel – Marriage 🎬 Thursday, February 26 | 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM Do you love discovering culture in a deep, meaningful way? Join us for an […]
Free
JShield helps Jewish organizations across the region stay safe, prepared, and resilient customized training sessions build awareness, confidence, and readiness to respond to potential threats.
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Celebrate the heroes of the IDF with the Northern Virginia community. Through FIDF’s Adopt a Brigade program, we have proudly adopted the IDF’s 7th Armored Brigade, forging a personal, enduring […]
$180
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4 events,
Fridays @ 10:30 AM Dates: 11/21/25 – 1/30/26 Skip Dates: 11/28, 12/26 Best suited for ages 0 – 4 years old Join us for a fun-filled morning celebrating Shabbat. Learn […]
Free
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"The Wizard of Oz," "The Wiz," "Wicked" — these are the inspirations for this year’s Washington Hebrew Congregation Purim shpiel: PURIM IN OZ! Whether you want to dress as the […]
Free
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Join us at the Bender JCC for an unforgettable Shabbat celebration! Come dressed in your favorite costume and get ready to welcome Shabbat with a Purim bang! Shabbat Shabbang is […]
$15 – $20
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3 events,
Best suited for ages 0 – 3 years old (older sibling’s welcome!)
$280
Join Potomac Soccer for some silly soccer fun. Kids will learn age-appropriate skills that will keep your toddler engaged and foster a love for the game.
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JShield helps Jewish organizations across the region stay safe, prepared, and resilient customized training sessions build awareness, confidence, and readiness to respond to potential threats. |