Gather the Jews is now GatherDC!
New look, new name-
everything else is the same!
Attention Jewish DC: It’s time to dust off your resumes for the chance to work with the coolest team of frolleagues (that’s friends/colleagues) around. GatherDC Community Coordinator First, our Community Coordinator position is open. We’re pretty sad to have recently said goodbye to Rachel Nieves, our all-star Community Coordinator who may have treated you to […]
If avoiding carbs and retelling a several hour long saga about slavery – while indulging in horseradish and shank bone – doesn’t qualify for the best holiday ever, than I don’t know what does! Since this beloved holiday is right around the corner, it’s time to start making your seder plans. Because, lucky for us […]
Haman: A True Crime Story is a brand new podcast created by GatherDC, and hosted by investigative journalists Allison Friedman and Rachel Nieves. It tells the story — a true story — about the evil Haman of Shushan who was murdered more than 2,000 years ago. *Exclusive interviews with stars of the #Purim story: Esther, […]
Raise your hand if… You like to party Eat sugary cookies filled with peanut butter/chocolate/raspberry jam Dress in costume when its not Halloween Enjoy libations guilt free Scream really loudly about political figures you despise Well, you are in luck… Purim is just around the corner. Since its been a full year (or more?!) since […]
Want to meet other interesting Jews in a smaller, more personal setting? Looking to explore questions that matter to Jewish 20s and 30s? Afraid of commitment? GatherDC is excited to open applications for the 17th round of Mini Gatherings. We are looking for Jews in their early 20s who are looking to connect with others […]
Ah, 2018. Was it all that bad? Okay yes, Ariana Grande and Pete Davidson broke our hearts. We had some awkward political tension. We could go through the list of awful things, because – safe to say – they were plentiful. Instead, let’s recap 2018 on a high note. After all, 2018 had some […]
GatherDC’s Executive Director Rachel Gildiner and Rabbi Aaron Potek invite you to take part in a hands-on exploration of your Jewish giving values and opportunity to make a lasting impact in the community. We will collaborate with like-minded Jewish 30-somethings and decide how to create social change in our community at sessions on January 16th, 23rd, […]
Kick-off Giving Tuesday with GatherDC! Swing by our townhouse on your way to work to start the day inspired, well-fed, and fully caffeinated. WHAT: Call Your Mother Deli bagels, Gregorys Coffee, schmoozing with other awesome 20s/30s, and a meaningful convo led by Rabbi Aaron Potek about how and why we give. WHEN: Tuesday, November 27th from 8:30-10:30am (Aaron will start the […]
I. Smell. Latkes. That can only mean one thing. It’s Hanukkah time y’all. So get ready to get lit (that pun is still clever, right?). For those who have been counting down the days until this glorious Festival of Lights, or those who maybe totally forgot Hanukkah was happening early this year and are now […]