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SUMMARY:Family Swim: Float-Off Cardboard Boat Race (Cancelled)
DESCRIPTION:This event has been cancelled due to inclement weather.  \nGet ready to build\, float\, and race in our Noah’s Ark-themed cardboard boat challenge! Families will team up to design\, build and decorate their own boats—think animal pairs\, rainbows\, and more—then race across the pool in a fun-filled celebration of creativity\, teamwork\, and Jewish storytelling. \nAll boats must follow construction and safety guidelines. Full rules available upon registration. \nFree admission for Members\, $20 per family for Non-members – payment received at front desk day-of.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/family-swim-float-off-cardboard-boat-race/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia":MAILTO:shalom@jccnv.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260120T180000
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SUMMARY:Holy Yums! Cook\, taste\, and share the flavors of Israel
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to Holy Yums — where Israeli flavors meet soulful presence. We’ll begin our workshop by making homemade granola in honor of Tu B’Shevat\, the holiday that celebrates renewal\, growth\, and our connection to the land. \nAs we mix\, toast\, and wait for the magic to happen in the oven\, we’ll reconnect to the deeper meaning of the holiday by exploring how Tu B’Shevat invites us to notice where we come from and to appreciate the sweetness that nature gives us when we care for it. \nA delicious start\, a mindful moment\, and a taste of Israel — all in one bowl. \nThis program is free. RSVP is required.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/holy-yums-cook-taste-and-share-the-flavors-of-israel/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Jewish Holidays, Rituals, and Traditions
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia":MAILTO:shalom@jccnv.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260108T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260108T193000
DTSTAMP:20260409T051757
CREATED:20251217T201553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T201553Z
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SUMMARY:Israel at a Turning Point
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, January 8\, 2026 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm\nWhat Comes After War\, Ceasefire\, and Global Shifts? \nA Special Evening with Yaron Deckel\, Journalist and Jewish Agency’s Regional Director to Canada. \nAs Israel emerges from a historic ceasefire\, confronts the aftermath of the war with Iran\, and welcomes home the surviving hostages\, many are asking: What comes next? \nIn this talk\, Yaron offers a rare\, insider’s perspective on the crossroads facing Israel and the Middle East today. He will explore the political challenges\, shifting regional dynamics\, the evolving U.S.–Israel relationship\, and the changing fabric of Jewish identity in both Israel and North America. \nThis is a unique opportunity to gain clarity\, context\, and hope during a moment when many in our community are searching for understanding. \nThis program is free. RSVP required. \nAbout Yaron Deckel\nYaron is the Jewish Agency’s Regional Director to Canada and one of Israel’s most respected journalists. With over three decades of reporting and commentary\, he has interviewed Israeli prime ministers\, U.S. presidents\, and covered 14 national election campaigns. Yaron previously served as Editor-in-Chief and CEO of Galei Tzahal (IDF Radio)\, and as Washington Bureau Chief for Israeli Public Television. A recipient of Israel’s prestigious Sokolov Award\, he brings rare\, insider insight into Israeli politics\, media\, security\, and the evolving relationship between Israel and the Jewish world.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/israel-at-a-turning-point/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Israel & Global Jewish Life
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia":MAILTO:shalom@jccnv.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251215T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251215T193000
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CREATED:20251211T135142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T145513Z
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SUMMARY:Lights\, Candles\, Action! Hanukkah at the Pozez JCC
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the Festival of Lights and feel the joy at this community festival! \nBring your friends and family to join us under the stars for:\n– Fun children’s activities hosted by community synagogues and organizations\n– A community service project to give back to those in need\n– Sufganiyot (Donut) decorating… and eating!\n– Menorah lighting by community leadership \nCome share in the holiday spirit as we sing\, play\, and share in the light and laughter of Hanukkah. \nFree admission. RSVP required. \nThank you to our partners: Gesher Jewish Day School\, Mason Hillel\, Congregation Etz Hayim\, Capital Camps\, Camp Zeke\, Congregation Olam Tikvah\, Congregation Beth Emeth & Beth Emeth Early Childhood Center\, Chabad Lubavitch of Northern Virginia\, Camp Achva\, Camp Kesher\, Sunrise Day Camp – Greater Washington\, Pozez JCC Early Childhood Learning Center
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/lights-candles-action-hanukkah-at-the-pozez-jcc/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Events & Gatherings,Jewish Holidays, Rituals, and Traditions
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia":MAILTO:shalom@jccnv.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T183000
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SUMMARY:Comedy at the J: A Night of Improv
DESCRIPTION:Just in time for Hanukkah\, this festive evening features two improv teams bringing energy\, creativity\, and plenty of laughs to the JCC stage. \nFirst\, enjoy the debut performance of our JCC improv class students\, showcasing their creativity and courage. Then\, the Mishigas Players\, a troupe of experienced Jewish improvisers\, will take the stage with their own brand of smart\, silly\, and surprising comedy. Their shared cultural background brings a rich layer of understanding and tradition that lets them put the Ha in Hanukkah. \nIt’s a night of community\, comedy\, and celebration you won’t want to miss! \nWine and light appetizers will be served.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/comedy-at-the-j-a-night-of-improv/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia":MAILTO:shalom@jccnv.org
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251211
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CREATED:20251124T195448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T195448Z
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SUMMARY:Annual Holiday Gift Bazaar
DESCRIPTION:Support local talented artists\, gift makers\, and the Pozez JCC’s Inclusion & Disability Services program! Local vendors will sell handmade arts\, jewelry\, photography\, baked goods\, and more in-person at the J. Partial proceeds will support inclusion at the JCC. \nShop In-Person at the JCC!\nSunday\, December 7\, 2025: 12:00 PM- 9:00 PM\nMon-Wed\, December 8-10\, 2025: 9:00 AM- 7:00 PM \nFor the entire month of December\, mention the Pozez JCC Fundraiser when you purchase from any of our vendors who are also selling online\, and they will donate a portion of the proceeds back to the JCC to help support Inclusion and Disability Services.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/annual-holiday-gift-bazaar/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Jewish Holidays, Rituals, and Traditions
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia":MAILTO:shalom@jccnv.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251109T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251109T180000
DTSTAMP:20260409T051757
CREATED:20251020T202111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T202111Z
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SUMMARY:Bridges Beyond Borders: Peace Builders on the Ground
DESCRIPTION:An interactive workshop & conversation with alumni of the Arava Institute \nJoin us for a unique encounter with the Arava Institute for Environmental Studies – a space where young Israelis\, Palestinians\, Jordanians\, and international students come together to learn\, live\, and build a shared future. \nThrough education\, research\, and daily life in the community\, the Arava Institute empowers students to develop the skills\, friendships\, and understanding needed to lead the region toward a more sustainable and peaceful future. \nIn this workshop\, we’ll meet Arielle Ben-Hur and Jawdat Kassab\, two Arava alumni – an Israeli and a Palestinian – who will share their personal journeys of building trust\, partnership\, and hope\, and their choice to join the Institute despite the complex reality that surrounds them. \nTogether\, we’ll move into small discussion groups to reflect\, ask questions\, and explore both the challenges and the possibilities that arise when people dare to connect beyond borders. \nWe’ll close with shared insights and inspiration – taking with us new perspectives on what peace-building can look like\, here and now.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/bridges-beyond-borders-peace-builders-on-the-ground-2/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Israel & Global Jewish Life
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia":MAILTO:shalom@jccnv.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251109T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251109T180000
DTSTAMP:20260409T051757
CREATED:20251020T153758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T153758Z
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SUMMARY:Bridges Beyond Borders: Peace Builders on the Ground
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a unique encounter with the Arava Institute for Environmental Studies – a space where young Israelis\, Palestinians\, Jordanians\, and international students come together to learn\, live\, and build a shared future. \nThrough education\, research\, and daily life in the community\, the Arava Institute empowers students to develop the skills\, friendships\, and understanding needed to lead the region toward a more sustainable and peaceful future. \nIn this workshop\, we’ll meet Arielle Ben-Hur and Jawdat Kassab\, two Arava alumni – an Israeli and a Palestinian – who will share their personal journeys of building trust\, partnership\, and hope\, and their choice to join the Institute despite the complex reality that surrounds them. \nTogether\, we’ll move into small discussion groups to reflect\, ask questions\, and explore both the challenges and the possibilities that arise when people dare to connect beyond borders. \nWe’ll close with shared insights and inspiration – taking with us new perspectives on what peace-building can look like\, here and now. \nThis program is free. RSVP is required.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/bridges-beyond-borders-peace-builders-on-the-ground/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia":MAILTO:shalom@jccnv.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251109T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251109T160000
DTSTAMP:20260409T051757
CREATED:20251016T180617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T180617Z
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SUMMARY:JCC Annual Ruth Spector Memorial Mah Jongg Tournament
DESCRIPTION:The annual Ruth Spector Memorial Mah Jongg Tournament is now in its 17th year! The tournament offers a light brunch\, along with three rounds of play\, yummy snacks\, prizes for the top winners\, and great door/raffle prizes. \nNEW THIS YEAR! With the recent surge of interest in Mah Jongg\, we are going to add a small NOVICE Tournament Section (no more than 4 tables) for players who have never played in a Mah Jongg Tournament before and would like to participate in a less-competitive atmosphere (2 games in a 50-minute period versus 4). Please indicate your desire to participate in the Novice Tournament by answering NO to the question regarding past tournament play. We will place tournament “newbies” in the Novice Section unless you notify us otherwise via email. \nRegistration must be received by close of business on Monday\, November 3. No walk-ins are permitted\, however a waiting list with alternates will be formed. Rules will be sent out ahead of the tournament. Players are asked to bring their 2025 NMJL cards; sets and table mats are greatly appreciated. \nCheck-in and Brunch begin at 11:30am; tournament begins promptly at 12:30pm. \nFee: $55 Members/$60 Non-members (includes brunch and tournament fee)
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/jcc-annual-ruth-spector-memorial-mah-jongg-tournament/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia":MAILTO:shalom@jccnv.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251029T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251029T203000
DTSTAMP:20260409T051757
CREATED:20250927T210546Z
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SUMMARY:Voices from Re’im: Community\, Resilience\, and Hope
DESCRIPTION:The Pozez JCC is honored to welcome Zohar Livne Mizrahi\, Secretary General of Kibbutz Re’im\, for a moving and insightful conversation. The new partnership between Kibbutz Re’im and the Jewish Federation of Greater Washington is helping connect our local community to Re’im’s recovery and rebuilding efforts following October 7. Kibbutz Re’im\, located near the site of the Nova Music Festival\, became a place of unimaginable tragedy on that day and has since become a symbol of resilience\, community\, and renewal. \nIn this special program\, Zohar will share her perspective as a leader guiding her community through loss\, recovery\, and rebuilding. Participants will have the opportunity to hear firsthand about life in Re’im today\, the challenges of moving forward\, and the spirit of strength and hope that continues to define the kibbutz.\nZohar’s visit to the DMV is part of Federation’s ongoing commitment to strengthen the bond between Greater Washington and our Israeli partner communities\, fostering understanding\, healing\, and hope through shared stories and experiences. \nThis event\, in particular offers a unique chance to engage with stories of courage and resilience while bearing witness through both conversation and immersive technology.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/voices-from-reim-community-resilience-and-hope/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031\, United States
CATEGORIES:Crisis Response & Resilience,Federation,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:20251019T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T140000
DTSTAMP:20260409T051757
CREATED:20251010T203315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T203315Z
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SUMMARY:Fall Zumbathon
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a two-hour Fall Zumbathon! Get ready to move and groove to high-energy tunes with friends and family. Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or just want to have some fun\, you’ll love the infectious energy of our instructors and the vibrant atmosphere. All fitness levels are welcome\, and we promise a fun-filled afternoon of dancing\, laughter\, and community connection.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/fall-zumbathon/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia":MAILTO:shalom@jccnv.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251012T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251012T163000
DTSTAMP:20260409T051757
CREATED:20250927T205532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250927T205532Z
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SUMMARY:Women of Valor: Commander Karni’s Journey
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a powerful afternoon with Commander Karni\, who led the Israel Defense Forces’ all-female tank crew during the defense of a kibbutz on October 7\, 2023. Karni will share her journey to becoming a tank commander\, her harrowing experiences that day\, and the lessons she has carried forward. \nCommander Karni is a trailblazer in the Israel Defense Forces\, where she became one of the first women to command a tank unit. On October 7th\, her all-female crew was called into action to defend a kibbutz under siege by Hamas terrorists. Over 17 hours of intense combat\, her crew neutralized dozens of attackers\, saving countless lives. \nKarni’s courage and leadership under fire demonstrated the critical role of women in Israel’s defense. Her story is not only one of military bravery but also of perseverance\, resilience\, and hope. \nToday\, Karni continues to share her experiences\, inspiring others with the lessons she learned on and off the battlefield. She looks toward the future with a vision of service\, strength\, and building bridges for the Jewish people. \nThis event is free. RSVP required.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/women-of-valor-commander-karnis-journey/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,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:20251005T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251005T160000
DTSTAMP:20260409T051757
CREATED:20250927T205950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250927T205950Z
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SUMMARY:Two Years: Uniting in Grief and Resolve with Run for Their Lives
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we stand together\, united\, to commemorate October 7th; the day more than 1\,200 people were murdered and the day more than 251 civilians were taken as hostages. \nWe will walk together to recognize the plight of the remaining hostages and their families and advocate for their immediate release. \nThe location of the walk will be announced 48 hours prior the event to those who RSVP.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/two-years-uniting-in-grief-and-resolve-with-run-for-their-lives/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Israel Connections
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia":MAILTO:shalom@jccnv.org
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