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Gather the Jews is now GatherDC!
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everything else is the same!
The UK’s Only Ultra-Orthodox Stand-Up Comedian: Ashley Blaker
/0 Comments/in Blog /by Allison FriedmanAshley Blaker is really funny. This London based, international award-winning comedian has headlined off-Broadway’s “Strictly Unorthodox”, recorded a radio show for BBC, written and directed acclaimed comedy “Little Britain”, and performed stand-up on four continents. Next stop, a synagogue near you*. Lucky for you, we scored a one-on-one interview with Mr. Blaker so you can […]
Meet Debo: Jewish Violinist of the Week
/0 Comments/in Blog, Featured People /by Allison FriedmanAllie: What brought you to DC? Debo: I was born in Cincinnati, Ohio but spent most of my adult life in San Francisco. I moved to Mexico in 2011 and spent almost five years playing in an orchestra in the Yucatan. I met my partner online in Mexico City. Then, we moved to Athens, Greece, […]
Meet Alesandra: Most Mindul Jew of the Week!
/0 Comments/in Blog, Featured People /by Allison FriedmanIf slowing down, being more mindful, and starting a yoga/meditation practice are on your list of 2019 goals – Alesandra Zsiba is your woman. This zen yogi fills us in on what it’s like to direct the Jewish Mindfulness Center of Washington (JMCW) at Adas Israel, her dream Shabbat celebration, and tips to live more […]
Jewish Cat of the Month: Bruce!
/0 Comments/in Blog /by Sarah BrennanWant to nominate your awesome doggy (or cat!) to be featured? Email Sarah Brennan and let her know. Sarah: What is your name? Bruce Katz. Sarah: How did you get to DC? Bruce: That’s a good question! I don’t really remember because I was a baby. I do remember that I used to live in the basement […]
Meet Amanda: Jewish Backpacker of the Week!
/0 Comments/in Blog, Featured People /by Allison FriedmanAllie: How did you wind up living in DC? Amanda: I ended up back here to live near family as I’m originally from the area. I went away for college in Ohio and after graduating, backpacked in South America. Once I had been bitten by the travel bug, I decided to live in South Korea […]
Mini Gatherings: New to DC/Early 20s
/0 Comments/in Blog, Uncategorized /by GatherDC StaffWant 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 […]
Rabbi Rant: My 2019 Resolution = Tell More Soul Stories
/0 Comments/in Blog /by Aaron PotekWe all have moments of feeling inadequate – whether it’s for a specific task that we have to perform or a general sense that we’re not as great as the image we project. So, what should we do in those moments? Modern wisdom advises to “fake it til you make it.” Highlight the best version […]
Meet Josh: Jewish Athlete of the Week!
/0 Comments/in Blog, Featured People /by Allison FriedmanJosh and I go way back. We met at age 5 when he was my down-the-street neighbor, but sadly we lost touch over the years. Recently, we discovered the we work one block from one another and happily reconnected over a delicious cup of Philz Coffee. I was stoked to make Josh a “Jewish Person […]
What I learned from the JWI Young Women’s Leadership Conference…
/0 Comments/in Blog /by Valerie BrownThis month, I attended a conference and luncheon where something amazing happened. No one mansplained. No one had their ideas repeated without receiving credit. Everyone got airtime, and very rarely was someone interrupted or talked over. After working at this event for a second year in a row, it hit me again that in hosting […]
Meet Sam: Eclectic Jew of the Week
/0 Comments/in Blog, Featured People /by Allison FriedmanAllie: How did you wind up living in DC? Sam: In 2014, I got a job after I graduated to be a paralegal at a law firm in DC. I end up not loving that job, but it led me to staying in this city. I later switched to the job I have now, at […]
Jewish Dog of the Month: Brooklyn
/0 Comments/in Blog /by Sarah BrennanSarah: What is your name? Brooklyn Spellman Sarah: Where did your name come from? Brooklyn: My mommy adopted me when I was already 7 years old, so I came with the name. But I think it suits me! Sarah: What is your favorite way to spend a day in DC? Brooklyn: I love to be […]
Jewish DC Year in Review: 2018
/1 Comment/in Blog, Uncategorized /by GatherDC StaffAh, 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 […]
A Year in Review: Jewish People of the Week 2018
/0 Comments/in Blog /by GatherDC StaffNever Heard of National Landing? You’re Not Alone
/0 Comments/in Blog /by Aliza EpsteinWhat the heck is National Landing On November 13th, Amazon announced it had selected Long Island City in Queens, New York and National Landing in Arlington, Virginia as its two new headquarters locations. The entire population of the Washington metropolitan area raised its collective eyebrows and asked, “What the heck is National Landing?” According to […]
Meet Jessie: Jewish TV Junkie of the Week
/0 Comments/in Blog, Featured People /by Allison FriedmanAllie: How did you wind up living in DC? Jessie: I studied abroad in Asia, and my plan was to go back there after college and do nonprofit work in Thailand. The stars aligned for me to wind up in DC because I didn’t get the opportunities I applied for in Thailand, I knew a […]