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Meet Elizabeth, Jewish Writer of the Week!

May 24, 2023

by Samuel Milligan

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Which DMV coffee shops are best for an IRL breakup

Which DMV coffee shops are best for an IRL breakup? How is power napping a "gateway skill"? Why does performing improv make you a better listener? @thisiselizabethcutler has all these answers — and a whole lot more.

🔗 Tap the link in our bio to read Elizabeth's Jewish Person of the Week blog feature. You'll get a window into her life as a freelance writer, an instructor at @washingtonimprovtheater, and a lover of Friday night services at @sixthandi (where, btw, she'll be a featured storyteller at Thursday's "Sinai Slam: An Alternative Shavuot Experience" — grab your tickets!)
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Looking to explore Jewish life in the area? Our ne

Looking to explore Jewish life in the area? Our newsletter will help you discover events, stay in the know, and get connected! 💌

Subscribe to receive weekly curated lists of local Jewish happenings — events, happy hours, dinners, Shabbat services, and more. Plus, you'll get to know the community better through our immensely popular blogs and interviews.

🔗 Head to the link in our bio and sign up to get this one-of-a-kind resource in your inbox. You'll be glad you did!
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The holiday of Shavuot starts Thursday evening! ⛰️🌾📚🧀🍰 We've rounded up a quick explainer — plus some incredibly fun (and dessert-filled!) Shavuot events happening in the DMV this week. (⚠️ Note the RSVP deadline on Slide 5!)

🔗 Tap the link in our bio to view the Jewish DMV Calendar, where you'll find full details and registration info for these events.
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Some snaps from Wednesday's happy hour @admiraldup

Some snaps from Wednesday's happy hour @admiraldupont 📸 We saw so many of you from all across the DMV meeting, greeting, and eating! Thanks for spending your evening with us — can't wait to do it again soon!
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The energy was electric at last night’s happy ho

The energy was electric at last night’s happy hour ⚡️ We’re feeling grateful for the patio-perfect weather, the tasty drinks from @admiraldupont, and the chance to meet over 130 of you!

We hope to see you at our next happy hour in June! Date and details coming soon 👀

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