BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//GatherDC - ECPv6.17.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:GatherDC X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://gatherdc.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for GatherDC REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260915T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260915T130000 DTSTAMP:20260819T145635Z CREATED:20260819T145635Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T145635Z UID:10002469-1789473600-1789477200@gatherdc.org SUMMARY:2026 Israel Election Series: Issues\, Parties\, and Leaders with JCRC DESCRIPTION:Go beyond the mechanics of the election to better understand the issues driving Israeli voters. We’ll explore the major policy debates\, shifting political alliances\, demographic trends\, current polling\, and the factors that may determine the outcome of the 2026 elections. \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/2026-israel-election-series-issues-parties-and-leaders-with-jcrc/ LOCATION:Zoom\, United States CATEGORIES:Learning ORGANIZER;CN="Alan Brody":MAILTO:abrody@jcouncil.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T210000 DTSTAMP:20260819T145910Z CREATED:20260819T145910Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T145910Z UID:10002470-1789585200-1789592400@gatherdc.org SUMMARY:Preparing to Let Go: Creative Practice for the New Year with the Den Collective DESCRIPTION:What are you ready to stop carrying into the year ahead? \nJewish tradition gives us powerful physical rituals for the inner work of the High Holy Days: casting away through Tashlich\, immersing in the waters of the mikvah\, fasting\, and other practices that invite us to mark change not only in our minds\, but with our bodies. Drawing inspiration from these traditions\, we’ll explore what it can mean to intentionally let go. \nJoin Rabbi Anna for a creative and experiential evening of reflection\, release\, and renewal. This gathering takes place during the Aseret Yemei Teshuvah\, the Ten Days of Repentance\, a sacred stretch of time that begins with Rosh Hashanah and leads us toward Yom Kippur. These days invite us to turn inward\, take stock\, and consider what we are ready to change\, release\, and carry forward. \nThrough writing\, drawing\, personal reflection\, and small-group conversation\, we’ll consider the stories\, expectations\, habits\, and narratives we may be ready to release. We’ll close with a shared ritual moment\, giving physical expression to the inner work of making room for what comes next. \nThere is nothing you need to create perfectly\, solve\, or arrive already knowing. Come as you are\, with whatever you are ready to examine\, and perhaps whatever you are finally ready to put down. \nThis gathering will take place outdoors in Northwest DC. The specific location and additional details will be shared with participants after the registration deadline. \nSign Up by Sep 11 \n \nAccommodations: None \n \nOrganization: The Den Collective \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/preparing-to-let-go-creative-practice-for-the-new-year-with-the-den-collective/ LOCATION:Location will be shared with registered participants.\, United States CATEGORIES:Learning ORGANIZER;CN="Sophie Farwagi":MAILTO:sophie@thedencollective.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T200000 DTSTAMP:20260813T195521Z CREATED:20260813T195521Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T195521Z UID:10002440-1789669800-1789675200@gatherdc.org SUMMARY:Honest to Goodness: A Teshuvah Workshop with Sixth & I DESCRIPTION:Let’s be real: meaningful\, lasting change requires honest acknowledgment\, not self-punishment. With guest Rabbi Jason Kimelman-Block\, explore the ancient practice of teshuva (return) as a framework for the kind of self-reckoning that actually sticks. \nDrawing on the Jewish ethical practice Mussar\, Chassidic wisdom\, and the surprising story of Yehuda\, you’ll be guided through reflection\, visioning\, and concrete intention-setting across four dimensions of our lives: our relationships\, our bodies\, our spiritual lives\, and our relationship to the planet. \n \nAccommodations: ADA Accessible Venue \n \nOrganization: Sixth & I \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/honest-to-goodness-a-teshuvah-workshop-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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260920T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260920T120000 DTSTAMP:20260813T195554Z CREATED:20260813T195554Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T195554Z UID:10002441-1789898400-1789905600@gatherdc.org SUMMARY:Kayaking Tashlich on the Potomac River with the Den Collective DESCRIPTION:Join us on the Potomac River for one of our most meaningful annual traditions of the High Holy Day season. \nDuring the Ten Days of Repentance between Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur\, Jewish communities around the world observe Tashlich\, the ritual of symbolically casting away what no longer serves us as we begin the New Year. Together\, we’ll paddle out on the Potomac\, where the Den rabbis will guide us through this powerful ritual of reflection\, release\, and renewal. \nAfterward\, you’re invited to linger by the river\, enjoy the scenery\, and share lunch with fellow Den Members as we continue the conversation on shore. \nThis gathering will take place in Northwest DC. Kayak booking information and the meeting location will be shared with registrants after the registration deadline. \nPlease note: In accordance with the Den’s security policy\, only those who register by Wednesday\, September 16 will receive kayak booking information and be able to participate in this gathering. Location details will be shared closer to the event date. Thank you for your understanding. \nSign Up by Sep 16 \n \nAccommodations: None \n \nOrganization: The Den Collective \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/kayaking-tashlich-on-the-potomac-river-with-the-den-collective-3/ LOCATION:Location will be shared with registered participants closer to the event date.\, United States CATEGORIES:Learning ORGANIZER;CN="Sophie Farwagi":MAILTO:sophie@thedencollective.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260921T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260921T133000 DTSTAMP:20260818T184319Z CREATED:20260818T184319Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T184319Z UID:10002454-1789992000-1789997400@gatherdc.org SUMMARY:Yom Kippur Intentional Lunch Meetup with GatherDC DESCRIPTION:There are many different ways to observe Yom Kippur\, and for some people\, fasting is not possible or not the right choice. If that’s true for you\, we invite you to join us for a gentle lunchtime meetup with others who are also not fasting.\nTogether\, we’ll share space and dive into learning about Yom Kippur as we honor what it means to care for our bodies and selves on this sacred day. \nPlease note: Food and drinks will not be provided\, as everyone’s nutritional needs are different. We encourage you to bring whatever food and drink will best sustain you. There will also be no expectation to share why you are not fasting – your presence is enough. \n \nAccommodations: ADA Accessible Venue URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/yom-kippur-intentional-lunch-meetup-with-gatherdc/ LOCATION:An ADA-accessible location in Gallery Place/Chinatown (details provided upon registration)\, United States CATEGORIES:Learning END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260928T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260928T133000 DTSTAMP:20260819T152714Z CREATED:20260819T152714Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T152714Z UID:10002479-1790598600-1790602200@gatherdc.org SUMMARY:Lawyers Lunch & Learn: Sanctioned Bigotry: Antisemitism in US History with JCRC DESCRIPTION:The JCRC of Greater Washington\, American Jewish Committee (AJC)\, The American Association of Jewish Lawyers and Jurists (AAJLJ)\, The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington Next Gen Lawyers and Lawyers Divisions\, and Tzedek DC invite you to the next session in our Lawyers Lunch & Learn\, Sanctioned Bigotry: Antisemitism in US History. \nFeaturing: Britt P. Tevis\, assistant professor of history and the Phyllis Backer Professor of Jewish Studies\, Syracuse University \nThough a frequent topic of discussion\, antisemitism in the United States is a poorly understood historical phenomenon. In this talk\, Britt Tevis offers a historical lens on anti-Jewish bigotry\, discrimination\, and violence by illuminating underappreciated and unexplored dimensions of anti-Jewish inequality from America’s past. \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/lawyers-lunch-learn-sanctioned-bigotry-antisemitism-in-us-history-with-jcrc/ LOCATION:Zoom\, United States CATEGORIES:Learning ORGANIZER;CN="Alan Brody":MAILTO:abrody@jcouncil.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T203000 DTSTAMP:20260813T195833Z CREATED:20260813T195833Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T195833Z UID:10002446-1790793000-1790800200@gatherdc.org SUMMARY:Women for a Sweeter World: An Evening of Hope with the Pozez JCC DESCRIPTION:Women for a Sweeter World: An Evening of Hope\nWednesday\, September 30 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm\nJoin us for a meaningful evening of film\, conversation\, and connection exploring the power of women\, collaboration\, and hope across communities in Israel. \nThe evening will feature a screening of the inspiring documentary “Women for a Sweeter World” (53 min)\, followed by a conversation with the film’s director\, Roei Levi Ymamori\, the film’s founder and inspiration\, Yossi Aud\, and three Jewish and Arab women leaders from the Women of Honey collective. \nThe film tells the remarkable story of women from diverse communities in Israel — Jewish\, Muslim\, Christian\, Druze\, and Bedouin — who come together through biodynamic beekeeping. While learning the delicate art of caring for bees\, they also build friendships\, create economic opportunities\, and develop meaningful connections across cultural and religious divides. \nThrough the conversation following the film\, participants will hear firsthand about the journey of creating connections\, building bridges\, and believing that change is possible even in challenging times. \nFree admission. RSVP required. \n \nAccommodations: None \n \nOrganization: Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/women-for-a-sweeter-world-an-evening-of-hope-with-the-pozez-jcc/ LOCATION:Pozez JCC\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031-3123\, United States CATEGORIES:Learning ORGANIZER;CN="Chen Mordechai":MAILTO:chen.sara@thej.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261019T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261019T210000 DTSTAMP:20260819T152850Z CREATED:20260819T152850Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T152850Z UID:10002481-1792436400-1792443600@gatherdc.org 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 Oct 14 \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-5/ LOCATION:Location will be shared with registered participants\, United States CATEGORIES:Learning ORGANIZER;CN="Sophie Farwagi":MAILTO:sophie@thedencollective.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261021T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261021T200000 DTSTAMP:20260729T173308Z CREATED:20260729T173308Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T173308Z UID:10002407-1792607400-1792612800@gatherdc.org SUMMARY:Basically Jewish Workshop Begins with Sixth & I DESCRIPTION:This five-week workshop meets Wednesdays\, October 21 – November 18 from 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm. Additionally\, Shabbat on November 13 at 7:00 pm is a requirement of the course. \nRabbi Jenna leads an experiential introduction to Judaism course designed for those looking to reconnect with Judaism\, as well as non-Jews looking to discover. This five-week course allows students to develop a deeper connection with the Jewish faith through a digestible\, experiential introduction to Jewish traditions\, customs\, and rituals. \n \nAccommodations: ADA Accessible Venue \n \nOrganization: Sixth & I \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/basically-jewish-workshop-begins-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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261025T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261025T203000 DTSTAMP:20260511T212115Z CREATED:20260511T212115Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T212115Z UID:10001956-1792954800-1792960200@gatherdc.org SUMMARY:Jewish Women Artists with Jewish Art Education DESCRIPTION:Mark National Art Day with 21 Jewish Women Artists through this virtual public program! \nJewish Women Artists examines the various art forms created by female painters\, sculptors\, printmakers\, and photographers. Their art reflects their unique life experiences and displays concern for aesthetic issues and social equality. They reacted to the culture and the times in which they lived. Jewish Women Artists surveys the 19th and 20th centuries of Jewish female creativity in the visual arts. \nEnjoy the art of 21 Jewish women included in the slideshow as well as the in-depth narration. \nThe presentation will be recorded. All registrants will receive a link to the recording\, which will be available for 14 days. \nFunds raised from our public programs will be used to assist organizations that could not otherwise afford our regular program fees.\nCost Range: $9 – $36 \n \n \nOrganization: Jewish Art Education \n \nLivestream or Virtual: Yes\, it is URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/jewish-women-artists-with-jewish-art-education/ LOCATION:Zoom\, United States CATEGORIES:Learning ORGANIZER;CN="Nancy Kotz":MAILTO:nkotz@jarted.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261026T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261026T130000 DTSTAMP:20260814T190615Z CREATED:20260814T190615Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T190615Z UID:10002447-1793019600-1793019600@gatherdc.org SUMMARY:Beineinu - Real Talk\, Real Ties with Washington Hebrew Congregation DESCRIPTION:Beineinu is a year-long fellowship exchange program for young adults in their 20s and 30s that brings together participants from the United States and participants from Washington Hebrew Congregation’s sibling congregation\, Or Hadash\, in Haifa\, Israel. Through immersive experiences in both countries\, participants build lasting relationships while exploring one another’s communities\, cultures\, and Jewish identities and gaining a deeper appreciation for the richness and complexity of Jewish life in both countries. By the end of the program\, participants leave with new friendships\, broadened perspectives\, and a stronger sense of shared Jewish connection. \n \nAccommodations: None \n \nOrganization: Washington Hebrew Congregation \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/beineinu-real-talk-real-ties-with-washington-hebrew-congregation/ LOCATION:N/A (also takes place in Israel and virtually))\, United States CATEGORIES:Learning END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261106T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261106T210000 DTSTAMP:20260813T195356Z CREATED:20260813T195356Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T195356Z UID:10002438-1793988000-1793998800@gatherdc.org SUMMARY:Communal Shabbat Chinese Dinner with Kesher Israel Congregation DESCRIPTION:Join us for a communal Shabbat dinner with our Scholar in Residence\, Michael Helfand. Dinner will be a Chinese buffet from David Chus. \nThere will be a short talk after dinner on “The Ethics of Advocacy: From Principle to Peoplehood”. \n \nAccommodations: None \n \nOrganization: Kesher Israel Congregation \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/communal-shabbat-chinese-dinner-with-kesher-israel-congregation/ LOCATION:Kesher Israel\, 2801 N Street NE\, Washington\, DC\, 20007\, United States CATEGORIES:Learning ORGANIZER;CN="Alicia Rosenbaum":MAILTO:aliciar@kesher.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261116T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261116T210000 DTSTAMP:20260819T152906Z CREATED:20260819T152906Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T152906Z UID:10002482-1794855600-1794862800@gatherdc.org 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 Nov 11 \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-6/ LOCATION:Location will be shared with registered participants\, United States CATEGORIES:Learning ORGANIZER;CN="Sophie Farwagi":MAILTO:sophie@thedencollective.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261214T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261214T210000 DTSTAMP:20260819T152924Z CREATED:20260819T152924Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T152924Z UID:10002483-1797274800-1797282000@gatherdc.org 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 Dec 9 \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-7/ LOCATION:Location will be shared with registered participants\, United States CATEGORIES:Learning ORGANIZER;CN="Sophie Farwagi":MAILTO:sophie@thedencollective.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR