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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T114500
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SUMMARY:Questions Welcome: Talking Israel with 2239
DESCRIPTION:Join 2239 for a light bagel lunch and an “ask me anything” conversation with Israeli shlicha Hila Kedar. \nHila will come ready to share her nuanced views about the current situation in Israel and her own experiences as part of the LGBTQ community. \n \nAccommodations: ADA Accessible Venue \n \nOrganization: 2239 \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/questions-welcome-talking-israel-with-2239/
LOCATION:Washington Hebrew Congregation\, 3935 Macomb St NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20016\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning
ORGANIZER;CN="Maital Kaminer":MAILTO:mkaminer@whctemple.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260816T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260816T120000
DTSTAMP:20260810T212040Z
CREATED:20260810T212040Z
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SUMMARY:HiHo Hike + Learn: Adventures in Nature with The Den Collective
DESCRIPTION:As the High Holy Days draw near\, join us for a morning of fresh air\, meaningful conversation\, and Jewish learning in the outdoors. \nInspired by the Jewish tradition of finding wisdom and renewal in nature\, we’ll explore local trails led by our own Den hike captains before gathering for reflection and discussion. Whether you’re looking to slow down\, connect with others\, or begin the season with intention\, this is an opportunity to step away from the noise of everyday life and reconnect with yourself\, your community\, and the world around you. \nThe meeting location will be shared with registrants. Hikes will be centrally located and transit accessible. No hiking experience is necessary. All are welcome! Please bring a snack and a water bottle. \nThis HiHo Hike will be led by the Den’s new community rabbi\, Rabbi Anna\, and her husband Sam!  \nSign Up by Aug 12 \n \nAccommodations: None \n \nOrganization: The Den Collective \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/hiho-hike-learn-adventures-in-nature-with-the-den-collective-5/
LOCATION:Location will be shared with registered participants.\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning
ORGANIZER;CN="Sophie Farwagi":MAILTO:sophie@thedencollective.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260816T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260816T150000
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SUMMARY:How to Find Unique Records from Ukrainian Archives with Jewish Genealogy Society
DESCRIPTION:Samuel (Sammy) Lerner will be demonstrating how he has developed a multistep process for finding unique records from the Ukrainian Archives going beyond revisionist lists and vital records. \nThis one-hour program\, conducted over Zoom at 1:30 pm EDT\, is free for members. This is one of the many activities that is a benefit of JGSGW membership. \nSamuel (Sammy) Lerner\, is a professional genealogist and founder of Learning Your Lineage. He has been actively engaged in his own family history and the family history of others for multiple years. His passion for genealogy has led him to participate in the JewishGen Future Scholars Fellowship in 2023\, index handwritten Russian language material that appeared on JewishGen’s website\, speak at IAJGS conferences\, and continuously research for unique records through multiple avenues. He is also a graduate of Washington & Jefferson College with a major in Neuroscience and a minor in Russian Studies.\nCost Range: $0 – $10 \n \nAccommodations: ADA Accessible Venue;Captioning \n \nOrganization: Jewish Genealogy Society of Greater Washington \n \nLivestream or Virtual: Yes\, it is
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/how-to-find-unique-records-from-ukrainian-archives-with-jewish-genealogy-society/
LOCATION:Zoom\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning
ORGANIZER;CN="April Goldenberg":MAILTO:programs@jgsgw.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260823T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260823T120000
DTSTAMP:20260810T212035Z
CREATED:20260810T212035Z
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SUMMARY:HiHo Hike + Learn: Adventures in Nature with The Den Collective
DESCRIPTION:As the High Holy Days draw near\, join us for a morning of fresh air\, meaningful conversation\, and Jewish learning in the outdoors. \nInspired by the Jewish tradition of finding wisdom and renewal in nature\, we’ll explore local trails led by our own Den hike captains before gathering for reflection and discussion. Whether you’re looking to slow down\, connect with others\, or begin the season with intention\, this is an opportunity to step away from the noise of everyday life and reconnect with yourself\, your community\, and the world around you. \nThe meeting location will be shared with registrants. Hikes will be centrally located and transit accessible. No hiking experience is necessary. All are welcome! Please bring a snack and a water bottle. \nSign Up by Aug 19 \n \nAccommodations: None \n \nOrganization: The Den Collective \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/hiho-hike-learn-adventures-in-nature-with-the-den-collective-4/
LOCATION:Location will be shared with registered participants.\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning
ORGANIZER;CN="Sophie Farwagi":MAILTO:sophie@thedencollective.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260823T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260823T120000
DTSTAMP:20260819T170802Z
CREATED:20260819T170802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T170802Z
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SUMMARY:A Jewish Sacred Place: Mikvah with Adas Israel Congregation Sisterhood
DESCRIPTION:Water is where the Jewish story begins. In Genesis\, before creation itself takes shape\, the spirit of God moves over the waters. The mikvah is a gathering of water used for ritual immersion. It connects us to that primordial moment and has been part of Jewish life for over two thousand years. \nIn this one-hour session\, we will explore the meaning\, structure\, and practice of the mikvah through both text and direct experience. We’ll begin with a guided discussion: What is ritual\, and what does it do for us? Why water? We’ll look at texts from Genesis and contemporary Jewish thinkers who illuminate how immersion has been understood as a gateway to renewal a moment of softening\, of reentry\, of transformation and creation choosing who we want to become when we emerge\, how we want to face the world. \nWe’ll then turn to the mikvah itself: what it means\, how it is built\, and the remarkable halachic requirement that living waters and the waters’ “kiss”. We’ll explore who uses the mikvah and why\, from traditional commanded immersions to the many new and unique ways people use this ancient practice. \nThe session concludes with a tour of the mikvah itself. No prior knowledge required. Come ready to ask questions and perhaps be surprised. \n \nAccommodations: None \n \nOrganization: Adas Israel Congregation \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/a-jewish-sacred-place-mikvah-with-adas-israel-congregation-sisterhood/
LOCATION:Gewirz Beit Am and Adas Israel Community Mikvah\, 2850 Quebec St NW\, Washington DC\, 20008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260824T190000
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SUMMARY:Men’s Mifgash: Gather\, Connect\, Discover with The Den Collective
DESCRIPTION:Join fellow men and male-identifying folks at the Den for an evening of meaningful connection\, good conversation\, and shared reflection. \nMifgash\, the Hebrew word for “gathering” or “encounter\,” invites us to come together with openness and curiosity\, creating space to connect with one another and explore what feels most relevant and nourishing in this season of life. Through thoughtful conversation and authentic relationships\, we’ll build community one gathering at a time. \nWhether you’ve been part of the Den for years or are joining us for the first time\, come as you are. No experience is needed\, only curiosity\, openness\, and a willingness to connect with others. \nSpecific locations and additional details will be shared with registrants after the registration deadline.  \nPlease note: Each Men’s Mifgash is a standalone gathering. Registration is required for each gathering individually. \nSign Up by Aug 19 \n \nAccommodations: None \n \nOrganization: The Den Collective \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/mens-mifgash-gather-connect-discover-with-the-den-collective-3/
LOCATION:Specific locations and additional details will be shared with registrants after the registration deadline.\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning
ORGANIZER;CN="Sophie Farwagi":MAILTO:sophie@thedencollective.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260825T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260825T130000
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CREATED:20260819T135117Z
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SUMMARY:How Israel Votes: Understanding Israel's Electoral System with JCRC
DESCRIPTION:Join the Jewish Community Relations Council of Greater Washington and The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington on Tuesday\, August 25 at 12:00 PM for the first program in our 2026 Israel election series\, How Israel Votes: Understanding Israel’s Electoral System.  \nThe webinar will feature Hila Kedar\, Federation’s Educational Engagement Shlicha\, Dean Bagdadi\, Director of The Jewish Peoplehood Leadership Academy (JLA) – Kol Ami\, and Adam Odesser\, Director of the JCRC’s Dr. Stuart Lessans Israel Action Center \nThe three Israeli natives will explain how Israel’s electoral system works\, who the major political parties are\, how governments are formed\, and what makes Israeli elections so unique. \n \nAccommodations: Captioning;Post-Event Recording \n \nOrganization: Jewish Community Relations Council of Greater Washington \n \nLivestream or Virtual: Yes\, it is
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/how-israel-votes-understanding-israels-electoral-system-with-jcrc/
LOCATION:Zoom\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning
ORGANIZER;CN="Alan Brody":MAILTO:abrody@jcouncil.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260825T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260825T203000
DTSTAMP:20260819T142503Z
CREATED:20260819T142503Z
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SUMMARY:Becoming a Better Ally with Profs and Pints DC
DESCRIPTION:Profs and Pints DC presents: “Becoming a Better Ally\,” on research-backed ways to effectively advocate for marginalized populations\, including the Jewish community\, with Hannah Snidman\, assistant professor of psychology at Marymount University and director of a Marymount lab focused on allyship\, social justice\, activism\, gender\, and equity. \nMarginalized groups are under extreme pressure in today’s political climate\, yet some who seek to come to their defense may unintentionally be causing further harm. \nLearn how you can become a better ally to those who face oppression due to gender\, race\, ethnicity\, or other factors with Hannah Snidman\, a psychologist whose research focuses on allyship and the experiences of gender minority members. \nProfessor Snidman will give her audience a basic understanding of Minority Stress Theory\, which explains how unique stressors experienced by members of marginalized groups often lead to disparities in areas such as mental and physical health\, substance use\, and healthcare utilization.  \nShe’ll discuss research on how effective allyship can reduce prejudice toward marginalized people and serve as a buffer against the stresses it causes. Focusing especially on the transgender population\, she’ll describe research showing how would-be allies can unintentionally cause harm by\, for example\, invalidating perspectives or failing to follow through on promises. \nThe talk will look at future directions in allyship research\, including on best practices for helping immigrant communities. (Advance tickets: $13.50 plus sales tax and processing fees. Doors: $17\, or $15 with a student ID. Listed time is for doors. The talk starts 30 minutes later.) \n \nAccommodations: None \n \nOrganization: Profs and Pints DC \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/becoming-a-better-ally-with-profs-and-pints-dc/
LOCATION:Penn Social\, 801 E St NW\, Washington\, DC\, Washington\, DC\, 20004\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning
ORGANIZER;CN="Profs And Pints Dc N/A":MAILTO:profsandpints@hotmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260825T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260825T200000
DTSTAMP:20260805T153800Z
CREATED:20260805T153800Z
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SUMMARY:High Holidays Cheat Code: Understanding Services from the Inside with Sixth & I
DESCRIPTION:6:00 pm: Happy Hour\n6:30 pm: Class begins \nGoing to High Holiday services without any background can feel like seeing a movie in a language you don’t speak—you can feel the power of it\, but you’re mostly watching other people be moved by something you can’t quite access. \nIn this class led by guest Rabbi Jason Kimelman-Block\, who will co-lead this year’s High Holiday services with Rabbi Jenna\, learn about the structure\, symbolism\, and theology of Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur—the architecture of the prayerbook\, the meaning behind the central prayers\, what the shofar is actually trying to do to you\, and why the whole experience is more psychologically sophisticated than it might look. You’ll walk away with new eyes for one of the most powerful ritual experiences in Judaism. \nCome early for happy hour to toast to a new year and meet new people (maybe even someone to sit next to at services). \n \nAccommodations: ADA Accessible Venue \n \nOrganization: Sixth & I \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/high-holidays-cheat-code-understanding-services-from-the-inside-with-sixth-i/
LOCATION:Sixth & I\, 600 I Street\, NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning
ORGANIZER;CN="Robyn Fishman":MAILTO:rfishman@sixthandi.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260826T174500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260826T181500
DTSTAMP:20260825T153304Z
CREATED:20260825T153304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T153304Z
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SUMMARY:Check Out Oseh Shalom's Innovative & Inclusive Religious School with Oseh Shalom
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a caring\, dynamic school community for children (ages 3–18)? We provide a space for children to experience a sense of wonder and joy in their Jewish journeys. Explore Oseh Shalom Religious School programs\, including Torah\, Modern Hebrew\, prayer and music\, Jewish cooking\, arts\, and tikkun olam service and justice projects. We offer strong bar/bat/bnei mitzvah prep as well as teen leadership opportunities. School meets Sunday mornings\, with additional Zoom Hebrew tutoring for grades 3 and up\, plus creative family and tot programs. \nWe welcome interfaith\, diverse-ability\, Jews of Color\, and LGBTQ+ families. Email EducationDirector@oseh-shalom.org to RSVP (required) or schedule a convenient time to come in or schedule a conference call. \n \nAccommodations: ASL Interpretation \n \nOrganization: Oseh Shalom Synagogue \n \nLivestream or Virtual: Yes\, it is
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/check-out-oseh-shaloms-innovative-inclusive-religious-school-with-oseh-shalom/
LOCATION:Oseh Shalom\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260829T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260829T120000
DTSTAMP:20260819T143606Z
CREATED:20260819T143606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T143606Z
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SUMMARY:Shabbat School Open House with Congregation Har Tzeon-Agudath Achim
DESCRIPTION:Come explore Shabbat School for ages 5–11\, filled with songs\, stories\, holidays\, and hands‑on learning. Families are welcome to drop in early to meet our teacher\, then continue to services upstairs. The whole experience is FREE for everyone. \n \nAccommodations: ADA Accessible Venue;Sensory Space Available \n \nOrganization: Congregation Har Tzeon-Agudath Achim (HTAA) \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/shabbat-school-open-house-with-congregation-har-tzeon-agudath-achim/
LOCATION:Congregation Har Tzeon-Agudath Achim\, 1840 University Blvd. W.\, Silver Spring\, MD\, 20902\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning
ORGANIZER;CN="Gem Miller":MAILTO:gem@htaa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260830T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260830T120000
DTSTAMP:20260810T212106Z
CREATED:20260810T212106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T212106Z
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SUMMARY:HiHo Hike + Learn: Adventures in Nature with The Den Collective
DESCRIPTION:As the High Holy Days draw near\, join us for a morning of fresh air\, meaningful conversation\, and Jewish learning in the outdoors. \nInspired by the Jewish tradition of finding wisdom and renewal in nature\, we’ll explore local trails led by our own Den hike captains before gathering for reflection and discussion. Whether you’re looking to slow down\, connect with others\, or begin the season with intention\, this is an opportunity to step away from the noise of everyday life and reconnect with yourself\, your community\, and the world around you. \nThe meeting location will be shared with registrants. Hikes will be centrally located and transit accessible. No hiking experience is necessary. All are welcome! Please bring a snack and a water bottle. \nSign Up by Aug 26 \n \nAccommodations: None \n \nOrganization: The Den Collective \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/hiho-hike-learn-adventures-in-nature-with-the-den-collective-6/
LOCATION:Location will be shared with registered participants\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning
ORGANIZER;CN="Sophie Farwagi":MAILTO:sophie@thedencollective.org
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