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Gather the Jews is now GatherDC!
New look, new name-
everything else is the same!
Meet Bryan: Jewish Swimmer of the Week!
/0 Comments/in Blog, Featured People /by Allison FriedmanAllie: What’s your favorite thing about living in DC? Bryan: There’s always something new to discover and explore. I really enjoy trying new restaurants, and taking in as much culture as I can, whether it be a show, museum, or monument. DC has become such a world class city. I also live near the zoo […]
New Year, New Rabbis
/0 Comments/in Blog /by Allison FriedmanAh 5779. A new, fresh number to mark the start of a beautiful year ahead. A year when politicians will finally discover harmony across the aisles, weather will be consistent for more than two days in a row, and celebrities will wait longer than one month before getting engaged. Okay, fine. Most likely, none of […]
Welcome to DC, Pearl’s Bagels!
/0 Comments/in Blog /by Judith RontalJews and bagels go together like peanut butter and jelly. Also, like PB&J, bagels and schmear are always quickly and completely devoured with only some crumbs, and sticky fingers, remaining. While people have strong opinions about peanut butter (crunchy vs. creamy, natural vs. Skippy, and of course all the alternative nuts out there), ask a […]
How to Plan a Jewish Wedding Ceremony
/1 Comment/in Blog /by Daniela MurchPLANNING A WEDDING IS TOUGH From navigating tricky family dynamics, to having awkward conversations about money, to the million smaller decisions you have to make Cocktails or champagne? Lilacs or lilies? Bruno Mars or Beatles?! There are so many choices to navigate in the crazy wedding world. (If you’re shaking your head and saying “nah, […]
Meet Steph: Jewish Fitness Buff of the Week!
/0 Comments/in Blog, Featured People /by Allison FriedmanAllie: How did you wind up living in DC? Steph: I’m from Montgomery County – born and raised. I went to New Orleans for college, then lived in San Francisco for a job, and then decided it was time to come back to my roots. I’ve been in DC for three years now. Allie: I […]
Spotted in Jewish Chicago: ChiTribe!
/0 Comments/in Blog /by Allison FriedmanThis week, ChiTribe is launching into the Windy City! This GatherDC-inspired organization is making it easier for young adults in Chicago’s huge Jewish community to connect to Jewish life. We scored an interview with co-founders Sam Getz-Sheftel (who just so happens to be a former GatherDC Open Doors Fellow) and Rebecca Joey Schwab. Side note: […]
Meet Daniel: Jewish Restaurant Owner of the Week!
/0 Comments/in Blog, Featured People /by Allison FriedmanEver stepped into Duke’s Grocery for some truffle mac n’ cheese and an Old Fashioned? If yes, or if no, but you happen to be a human who enjoys delicious food, it’s time you get to know the man behind it all. This week, we were lucky enough to score an interview with the managing […]
GatherDC’s Alternative Yom Kippur 2018
/0 Comments/in Blog /by GatherDC StaffGatherDC invites Jewish and Jew-curious 20s + 30s across DC to celebrate Yom Kippur together. We’re hosting a range of alternative Yom Kippur experiences in non-traditional spaces to make it easy for Jewish young adults to reflect and observe this holiday in a fun and meaningful way. We invite you to choose one – or […]
Ways to Give Back this High Holiday Season
/0 Comments/in Blog /by Mollie SharfmanHi! I’m Mollie. I’m new-ish to the GatherDC staff and my job here is to make it as easy as possible for you to live your best volunteering life in Jewish DC. We just entered Elul, the Jewish month of soul- searching leading up to the High Holidays. Right now is the perfect time to […]
God’s Preferred Pronoun
/1 Comment/in Blog, Rabbi Rant /by Aaron PotekWomen have won a record number of primaries this summer, which has “led to more focus on the underrepresentation of women in public office.” Although there are many factors contributing to this problem, I wonder if God is partially to blame. Not God, per se, but the way we conceive of and talk about God. The […]
Spotted in Jewish DC: Alex Levin’s Rosh Hashanah Pop-Up Bakeshop!
/0 Comments/in Blog, Spotted in Jewish DC /by Allison FriedmanWe’ve smelled, er spotted, something delicious baking in Jewish DC. It’s a pop-up bakeshop for Rosh Hashanah complete with things like hazelnut chocolate rugelach, caramelized apple pie, whipped ricotta cheesecake, honey challah with raisins. Your stomach grumbling yet? The man behind the pastries, Chef Alex Levin, took a quick break from the kitchen to chat […]
Meet Amanda: Jewish Shabbat Host of the Week
/0 Comments/in Blog, Featured People /by Allison FriedmanWant to nominate your amazing Jewish friend to be featured on GatherDC? Send his/her name, brief blurb, and contact info to info@gatherdc.org. Amanda Herring is mom to possibly the cutest chow chow doggy ever, a frequent host of sustainable Shabbat feasts, and a lover of tap dance. This fascinating woman is someone you definitely need […]
Meet Aryeh: Jewish Photographer of the Week!
/0 Comments/in Blog, Featured People /by Allison FriedmanIf you’ve ever been to a GatherDC happy hour, you may have noticed that charismatic redhead walking around shooting quick, candid pics of you laughing with your friends in the corner. Turns out, the man behind the camera is someone you should definitely get to know. Check out his interview below, and then be sure […]
Jewish Dog of the Month: Zuli!
/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? Zuli: My full name is Zuli “Thumper” Jebodiah Brown. Please don’t ask questions. I was not involved. Sarah: Where did your name come from? Zuli: My mom and dad (AKA: Rebecca and Alex) were […]