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SUMMARY:Shake & Shira
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an afternoon of ruach (spirit)\, music\, movement\, stories\, and fun! Featuring Mr. Nick from Gesher Jewish Day School\, this fun afternoon will include songs\, stories\, movement\, and crafts. \nBrought to you by Growing Jewish Families\, PJ Library\, and Gesher JDS! Best for ages 2-5.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/shake-shira/
LOCATION:Gesher Jewish Day School\, 4800 Mattie Moore Ct.\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Youth & Education
ORGANIZER;CN="Gesher Jewish Day School":MAILTO:frontdesk@gesher-jds.org
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SUMMARY:Voices from Israel: Community Conversation and Reflection
DESCRIPTION:A community conversation and reflection featuring Israelis who call the DMV home.  Join us for a panel discussion and q & a to gain insights on the realities and challenges facing Israel today.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/voices-from-israel-community-conversation-and-reflection/
LOCATION:Gesher Jewish Day School\, 4800 Mattie Moore Ct.\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Events & Gatherings,Israel & Global Jewish Life,Israel Connections
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SUMMARY:Gesher Day School Annual Gala
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars for our Gala\, A Night in Tel Aviv\, taking place Sunday\, May 3\, 2026 at Gesher Jewish Day School. This evening will feature a cooking demonstration by acclaimed Israeli food writer Adeena Sussman\, author of the New York Times bestselling cookbooks Shabbat and Sababa. The program will also include a silent auction\, music\, and more! Guests will also have the opportunity to receive a signed copy of Adeena’s newest cookbook\, Zariz.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/gesher-day-school-annual-gala/
LOCATION:Gesher Jewish Day School\, 4800 Mattie Moore Ct.\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
ORGANIZER;CN="Gesher Jewish Day School":MAILTO:frontdesk@gesher-jds.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T153000
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SUMMARY:Helping Our Children Thrive Through The Summer Months
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a conversation with Jonnel Hector*\, Director of Guidance at Gesher Jewish Day School\, as we build on the insights shared by Tovah Klein\, author of Raising Resilience: How to Help Our Children THRIVE in Times of Uncertainty. This session is designed to be interactive\, supportive\, and grounded in real family experiences. Come with questions\, reflections\, or simply the desire to connect with other parents. \nWhat we’ll talk about: \n\nCreating predictable yet flexible summer routines\nSupporting emotional regulation during unstructured time\nEncouraging independence and confidence\nNavigating social dynamics\, camps\, and downtime\nStrengthening parent-child connection in everyday moments\n\nOpen to parents and caregivers of children who want to foster resilience\, confidence\, and joy throughout the summer. Best for children 0 – 8. Childcare provided. \n*Jonnel Hector earned a Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy from the University of Maryland in 2004. Since then\, he has dedicated his career to working with adolescents and their families in both school and clinical settings. Over the years\, Mr. Hector has served as a guidance counselor\, clinical director\, and currently holds the role of Director of Guidance at Gesher Jewish Day School. \nIn 2013\, Mr. Hector opened a private practice in Virginia\, and in 2014 he joined Gunzburg and Associates. His clinical work focuses on adolescents\, families\, and couples. Drawing from a systemic perspective\, Mr. Hector helps families realign roles and strengthen healthy hierarchies in order to create more effective patterns of communication\, problem-solving\, and connection. \nMr. Hector is also passionate about equipping parents with practical skills and supporting families as they navigate periods of transition and growth.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/helping-our-children-thrive-through-the-summer-months/
LOCATION:Gesher Jewish Day School\, 4800 Mattie Moore Ct.\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Gesher Jewish Day School":MAILTO:frontdesk@gesher-jds.org
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SUMMARY:Voices from Israel: Community Conversation and Reflection by Gesher JDS
DESCRIPTION:Gesher Jewish Day School proposes to host a community event for parents\, educators\, and community members to come together to learn about and reflect on the current situation in Israel.\nTogether\, they will provide firsthand Israeli perspectives and insights\, offering the community an opportunity to better understand the current realities\, challenges\, and resilience of Israeli society during this time.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/voices-from-israel-community-conversation-and-reflection-by-gesher-jds/
LOCATION:Gesher Jewish Day School\, 4800 Mattie Moore Ct.\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Gesher Jewish Day School":MAILTO:frontdesk@gesher-jds.org
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SUMMARY:Gesher JDS Presents Disney's Dare to Dream Jr.
DESCRIPTION:Dare to Dream Jr. tells the story of Disney’s newest crop of imagineers learning the ropes. Join them and two experienced imagineers as they go on an adventure through Disney’s various stories and learn the importance of following your dreams.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/gesher-jds-presents-disneys-dare-to-dream-jr-2/
LOCATION:Gesher Jewish Day School\, 4800 Mattie Moore Ct.\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Youth & Education
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SUMMARY:Gesher JDS Presents Disney's Dare to Dream Jr.
DESCRIPTION:Dare to Dream Jr. tells the story of Disney’s newest crop of imagineers learning the ropes. Join them and two experienced imagineers as they go on an adventure through Disney’s various stories and learn the importance of following your dreams.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/gesher-jds-presents-disneys-dare-to-dream-jr/
LOCATION:Gesher Jewish Day School\, 4800 Mattie Moore Ct.\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030\, United States
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SUMMARY:Teddy Bear Story Time
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Pajamuary Teddy Bear Story time! Wear your pajamas\, bring your favorite stuffy and a set of new pajamas to donate to the community. Enjoy storytime\, singing and craft\, connect with families with young children and browse Gesher’s Book Fair through the morning from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/teddy-bear-story-time/
LOCATION:Gesher Jewish Day School\, 4800 Mattie Moore Ct.\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Events & Gatherings,Jewish Identity & Inclusion
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ORGANIZER;CN="Gesher Jewish Day School":MAILTO:frontdesk@gesher-jds.org
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