BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//GatherDC - ECPv6.15.20//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:20260201T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260201T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T163224
CREATED:20260121T173837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T173837Z
UID:10001739-1769959800-1769965200@gatherdc.org
SUMMARY:Tu B'Shevat at the Botanic Gardens with Hill Havurah
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we celebrate the birthday of the trees and our connection to nature in a gorgeous environment. There will be prayer\, meditation\, discussions and snacks! \n \n \nOrganization: Hill Havurah \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/tu-bshevat-at-the-botanic-gardens-with-hill-havurah/
LOCATION:US Botanic Gardens\, 100 Maryland Ave SW\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Prayer Services
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260201T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260201T200000
DTSTAMP:20260421T163224
CREATED:20260121T173124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T173124Z
UID:10001738-1769968800-1769976000@gatherdc.org
SUMMARY:Kabbalistic Tu Bishvat Seder with Fabrangen Havurah
DESCRIPTION:Learn about and experience Kabbalah – the spiritual foundation of Judaism. \nCelebrate an authentic kabbalistic 16th century Tu Bishvat seder.  The Seder will include live music from members of the Machaya Klezmer Band\, explanations of the kabbalistic spiritual meaning of the rituals\, and short guided kabbalistic meditations as we taste three types of fruits and drink four glasses of wine. \nPrepare by gathering varieties of fruits in three categories: \nFruit with inedible outside shells or peels;\nFruit with inedible cores or pits;\nTotally edible fruits.\nFor the four cups of wine\, have bottles ready of both red and white wine. \n \n \nOrganization: Fabrangen Havurah \n \nLivestream or Virtual: Yes\, it is
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/kabbalistic-tu-bishvat-seder-with-fabrangen-havurah/
LOCATION:Zoom\, United States
CATEGORIES:Prayer Services
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260201T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260201T200000
DTSTAMP:20260421T163224
CREATED:20260129T162754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T162754Z
UID:10001770-1769968800-1769976000@gatherdc.org
SUMMARY:Kabbalistic Tu Bishvat Seder (Zoom) with Jewish Study Center
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Fabrangeners Jay McCrensky\, Barbara Hess\, and the Kabbalah Class; co-sponsored by the Jewish Study Center & Fabrangen \nLearn about and experience Kabbalah – the spiritual foundation of Judaism. \nCelebrate an authentic kabbalistic 16th century Tu Bishvat seder.  The Seder will include live music from members of the Machaya Klezmer Band\, explanations of the kabbalistic spiritual meaning of the rituals\, and short guided kabbalistic meditations as we taste three types of fruits and drink four glasses of wine. \nPrepare by gathering varieties of fruits in three categories: \nFruit with inedible outside shells or peels;\nFruit with inedible cores or pits;\nTotally edible fruits.\nFor the four cups of wine\, have bottles ready of both red and white wine. \n \nAccommodations: Post-event Recording \n \nOrganization: Jewish Study Center \n \nLivestream or Virtual: Yes\, it is
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/kabbalistic-tu-bishvat-seder-with-jewish-study-center/
LOCATION:Zoom\, United States
CATEGORIES:Prayer Services
ORGANIZER;CN="Jerry Garfinkel":MAILTO:info@jewishstudycenter.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T120000
DTSTAMP:20260421T163224
CREATED:20260128T165455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T165455Z
UID:10001766-1770458400-1770465600@gatherdc.org
SUMMARY:Inclusions Service with Kol Ami
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Inclusion Shabbat entitled “From Sinai to Inclusion”\, led by Kol Ami’s Care\, Concern\, and Inclusion Committee\, for a morning of prayer\, song\, and reflection that celebrates the diversity\, strength and oneness of our community.  \nTogether\, we will honor the uniqueness that contributes to our circle of community\, and by extension to the circle of life. This February\, during Jewish Disability Awareness\, Acceptance\, and Inclusion Month (JDAIM)\, we especially recognize accessibility\, inclusion\, and the richness that comes from embracing all members of our congregation. A potluck kiddush will follow the service \n \n \nOrganization: Kol Ami: Northern Virginia Reconstructionist Community4444 Arlington Blvd. \n \nLivestream or Virtual: Yes\, it is
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/inclusions-service-with-kol-ami/
LOCATION:Unitarian Universalist Church of Arlington\, 4444 Arlington Blvd.\, Arlington\, Virginia\, 22204\, United States
CATEGORIES:Prayer Services
ORGANIZER;CN="Coordinator Kol Ami%3A Northern Virginia":MAILTO:coordinator@kolamivirginia.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260209T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260209T200000
DTSTAMP:20260421T163224
CREATED:20260126T155647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T155647Z
UID:10001753-1770660000-1770667200@gatherdc.org
SUMMARY:Tubishvat Seder with Moishe House Columbia Heights
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Moishe House for a warm and welcoming Tu Bishvat Seder celebrating the Jewish New Year for the Trees. We’ll share fruits\, wine or juice\, and guided readings that explore themes of growth\, renewal\, and our connection to the natural world. Come eat\, reflect\, and connect in a relaxed\, communal setting. \n \n \nOrganization: Moishe House Columbia Heights \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/tubishvat-seder-with-moishe-house-columbia-heights/
CATEGORIES:Prayer Services
ORGANIZER;CN="Mitchell Finkel":MAILTO:moishehousedc@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260213T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260213T200000
DTSTAMP:20260421T163224
CREATED:20260210T213618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T213618Z
UID:10001826-1771005600-1771012800@gatherdc.org
SUMMARY:JDAIM Shabbat with Washington Hebrew Congregation
DESCRIPTION:Tonight we recognize Jewish Disability Awareness\, Acceptance\, and Inclusion Month\, honoring and welcoming people of all abilities to join us in prayer and community. \nASL interpreters will be on-site during the service\, and closed captions are available for the livestream. \n \n \nOrganization: Washington Hebrew Congregation \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/jdaim-shabbat-with-washington-hebrew-congregation/
LOCATION:Washington Hebrew Congregation\, 3935 Macomb St NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20016\, United States
CATEGORIES:Prayer Services
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260213T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260213T213000
DTSTAMP:20260421T163224
CREATED:20260128T165652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T165652Z
UID:10001768-1771005600-1771018200@gatherdc.org
SUMMARY:Repro Shabbat + Dinner with Rabbi Jenna with NCJW and Sixth & I
DESCRIPTION:Repro Shabbat is an annual Shabbat celebration that honors the Jewish value of reproductive freedom. It takes place annually on Parshat Mishpatim\, which contains the verses commonly referenced as the foundation of Judaism’s approach to reproductive health\, rights\, and justice. \nAt this moving service led by Rabbi Jenna\, expect soul-lifting music\, words of inspiration\, and stories from interfaith partners and Sixth & I’ers. \nThis event has been generously underwritten by The Revada Foundation of the Logan Family.\nCost Range: $0 – $45 \n \nAccommodations: ADA Accessible Venue \n \nOrganization: National Council of Jewish Women \n \nLivestream or Virtual: Yes\, it is
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/repro-shabbat-dinner-with-rabbi-jenna-with-ncjw-and-sixth-i/
LOCATION:Sixth & I\, 600 I Street\, NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Prayer Services
ORGANIZER;CN="Erica Greenwald":MAILTO:egreenwald@sixthandi.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260213T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260213T193000
DTSTAMP:20260421T163224
CREATED:20260304T200443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T200443Z
UID:10001831-1771007400-1771011000@gatherdc.org
SUMMARY:Repro Shabbat with Temple Micah
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Oneg at 6 p.m.\, then light candles with us\, join in Kiddush\, and enjoy challah as we welcome Shabbat together in-person at Temple Micah or online. \nThis evening\, we’ll be joined by guest speaker Mike Scheinberg\, founder and medical director of a brand new\, independent abortion and reproductive health clinic in Tysons\, VA – one of the first in the D.C. area to open in the post-Dobbs landscape. \nA deeply committed Jew\, Mike will help our community think about what it means to provide compassionate\, patient-centered reproductive care at this moment\, and outline how he understands this work as an expression of Jewish values and moral responsibility. \n Contact the office to receive the video link. \nAbout Repro Shabbat\nReproductive freedom is a Jewish value. This Shabbat\, we will be joining National Council of Jewish Women and other organizations across the country to celebrate Repro Shabbat.  We will explore the themes of Parshat Mishpatim\, which contains the verses commonly used as the foundation of Judaism’s approach to reproductive health\, rights\, and justice. \n \nAccommodations: ADA Accessible Venue;Sensory Room Available \n \nOrganization: Temple Micah \n \nLivestream or Virtual: Yes\, it is
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/repro-shabbat-with-temple-micah/
CATEGORIES:Prayer Services
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260214T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260214T120000
DTSTAMP:20260421T163224
CREATED:20260211T195727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T195727Z
UID:10001835-1771061400-1771070400@gatherdc.org
SUMMARY:Saturday Morning Shabbat Services with Fabrangen Havurah
DESCRIPTION:Fabrangen is a community devoted to Torah\, community service\, and social justice activism. \nWe warmly welcome everyone regardless of gender\, sexual orientation\, race\, ethnicity\, religious background or affiliation\, nationality\, disability\, or age to join us for Shabbat Services. \nFabrangen holds two types of Shabbat services: multi-access (hybrid) and Zoom only.\nServices begin at 9:30 a.m. preceded by online meditation at 9:00 a.m.\nCheck our calendar for the format for a particular Shabbat. \nThe in-person part of our multi-access services is held at the Washington Ethical Society\, 7750 16th Street\, N.W.\, Washington\, DC 20012 \nPlease email the Fabrangen Coordinator in advance to obtain the Zoom link. \n \nAccommodations: ADA Accessible Venue \n \nOrganization: Fabrangen Havurah \n \nLivestream or Virtual: Yes\, it is
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/saturday-morning-shabbat-services-with-fabrangen-havurah-9/
LOCATION:Washington Ethical Society Building\, 7750 16th Street NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20012\, United States
CATEGORIES:Prayer Services
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260214T184500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260214T214500
DTSTAMP:20260421T163224
CREATED:20260120T214111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T214111Z
UID:10001726-1771094700-1771105500@gatherdc.org
SUMMARY:Den Vibes: Havdalah + Singing Circle with the Den Collective
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a magical evening of soulful music and connection as we come together for a fresh take on the Den’s approach to curating spirited communal singing experiences. A renewed offering of our beloved “Den Vibes” singing and Havdalah (end of Shabbat ritual) gatherings\, we will be held and led in communal singing by the Den Music Team (Shy Ashkenazi\, Maxwell Thompson\, Michael Berkson\, Ben Wacks\, and Rabbi Aderet). We will come together for this soulful evening of communal singing in a central location in North Bethesda\, MD.  No experience necessary. All are welcome! \nTo help cover the costs for this gathering\, please consider making an $18 contribution that supports the Den and helps us continue to create these and future gatherings. If the amount is cost prohibitive\, please make a contribution that you are comfortable with. A contribution is not required to participate. We look forward to gathering together with you! \nSpecific location and additional details will be shared with registrants after the registration deadline.\nMinimum Suggested Donation Amt: 18 \n \n \nOrganization: The Den Collective \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/den-vibes-havdalah-singing-circle-with-the-den-collective/
LOCATION:Meeting location will be shared with registrants\, United States
CATEGORIES:Prayer Services
ORGANIZER;CN="Sophie Farwagi":MAILTO:sophie@thedencollective.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260220T184500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260220T211500
DTSTAMP:20260421T163224
CREATED:20260217T173830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T173830Z
UID:10001838-1771613100-1771622100@gatherdc.org
SUMMARY:Egalitarian Services and Vegetarian Potluck with Tikkun Leil Shabbat
DESCRIPTION:Please join Tikkun Leil Shabbat this week to welcome Shabbat! This week we begin the month of Adar\, and the Talmud reminds us that “when Adar enters\, we increase joy” (Ta’anit 29a). Come to recharge and find warmth\, comfort and JOY in community. If you have any questions\, please contact the organizers at tikkunleilshabbat@yahoo.com. \nServices: 6:45 PM \nPotluck: 8:00 PM – approximately \nPlace: The Festival Center (2nd floor) \n1640 Columbia Rd NW \nWashington\, DC 20009 \nWe will meet in an indoor space at the Festival Center for a songful\, soulful Kabbalat Shabbat and Ma’ariv\, followed by potluck dinner. TLS will provide dessert! Covid rapid testing will be required and masks will be optional for this indoor gathering. There will be optional outdoor space for the potluck portion. Please get tested prior to attending\, or allow for extra time to get tested on site. TLS will have a limited number of Covid rapid tests for day-of testing.More Covid protocols below. \nPOTLUCK DINNER: \nPlease bring a vegetarian entree or salad/side to share. There will be one table for hekhsher-only (i.e.\, kosher-certified) vegetarian items and another table for vegetarian items. PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN REUSABLE PLATE AND UTENSILS (including serving utensils). TLS will supply plates and utensils (for those who can’t bring their own)\, challah\, grape beverages and dessert. \nSUPPLIES \nWe will provide masks and hand sanitizer. We will provide siddurim (prayer books) for services. \nCOVID SAFETY PROTOCOLS: \nVACCINES \nAll TLS attendees aged 5+ must either be (1) fully vaccinated and boosted against COVID-19 or (2) ineligible to receive a COVID-19 vaccine due to age or medical reasons. Attendees must attest to their vaccination status (or ineligibility)\, either by RSVPing or when arriving at an event. \nMASKS \nMasks are optional. \nTESTING \nAll TLS attendees must get rapid tested on the day of attendance. \nATTENDANCE \nAll attendees must attest that (1) they have not been feeling sick\, (2) neither themselves nor anyone in their immediate family/pod has had COVID in the past ten days (i.e.\, first symptoms or first positive test within the past ten days)\, and (3) they do not believe that they or any immediate family/pod member have been exposed to COVID in the past ten days; or\, if they have been exposed\, they have tested negative at least five days from their most recent exposure. For the safety of the community\, if you are feeling sick\, or if you or an immediate family/pod member have tested positive for COVID in the past ten days\, please do not attend. We urge anyone who tests positive for COVID within two weeks after the event to alert the organizers (tikkunleilshabbat@yahoo.com). \n \nAccommodations: ADA Accessible Venue \n \nOrganization: Tikkun Leil Shabbat \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/egalitarian-services-and-vegetarian-potluck-with-tikkun-leil-shabbat-2/
LOCATION:The Festival Center\, 1640 Columbia Road Northwest\, Washington\, DC\, 20009\, United States
CATEGORIES:Prayer Services
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260220T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260220T203000
DTSTAMP:20260421T163224
CREATED:20260123T202601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T202601Z
UID:10001747-1771614000-1771619400@gatherdc.org
SUMMARY:Mardi Gras Shabbat with Rabbi Aaron with Sixth & I
DESCRIPTION:6:00 pm – Happy Hour\n7:00 pm – Service \nThis inclusive service mashes up two holidays all about letting the good times roll: Mardi Gras and Rosh Chodesh Adar\, which marks the beginning of the Hebrew month of Adar\, a time of increased joy. \nDC-based ensemble DuPont Brass teams up with Rabbi Aaron and Sixth & I’s musicians for a service blending contemporary and traditional elements\, featuring music inspired by the sounds of New Orleans. \n \nAccommodations: ADA Accessible Venue;ASL Interpretation \n \nOrganization: Sixth & I \n \nLivestream or Virtual: Yes\, it is
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/mardi-gras-shabbat-with-rabbi-aaron-with-sixth-i/
LOCATION:Sixth & I\, 600 I Street\, NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Prayer Services
ORGANIZER;CN="Erica Greenwald":MAILTO:egreenwald@sixthandi.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260227T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260227T200000
DTSTAMP:20260421T163224
CREATED:20260219T224237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T224237Z
UID:10001792-1772215200-1772222400@gatherdc.org
SUMMARY:Shabbos Dinner with Kol Ami
DESCRIPTION:Begin your Shabbat with music\, meaning\, and a sense of togetherness. Afterward\, enjoy a relaxed\, delicious dinner and a chance to connect with others in the warmth of community. It’s a wonderful opportunity to unwind\, share stories\, and enjoy the simple joy of Shabbat together. \nPlease RSVP to let us know how many will be attending and what potluck item you plan to bring. \n \nAccommodations: ADA Accessible Venue;Scent-free Space \n \nOrganization: Kol Ami: Northern Virginia Reconstructionist Community \n \nLivestream or Virtual: Yes\, it is
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/shabbos-dinner-with-kol-ami/
LOCATION:Unitarian Universalist Church of Arlington\, 4444 Arlington Blvd.\, Arlington\, Virginia\, 22204\, United States
CATEGORIES:Prayer Services
ORGANIZER;CN="Coordinator Kol Ami%3A Northern Virginia":MAILTO:coordinator@kolamivirginia.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260227T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260227T203000
DTSTAMP:20260421T163224
CREATED:20260107T172750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T134356Z
UID:10001552-1772215200-1772224200@gatherdc.org
SUMMARY:Shabbat Purim @WHC - Purim in Oz with Washington Hebrew Congregation
DESCRIPTION:The Wizard of Oz\, The Wiz\, Wicked — these are the inspirations for this year’s Purim shpiel: PURIM IN OZ! Whether you want to dress as the Tin Man\, the Wizard\, Glinda\, or a flying monkey (or any other non-Oz costume)\, we’ll be heading over the rainbow for a Shabbat Purim more powerful than a Kansas twister.  \nCome for food and drinks before the service\, and stay afterwards for a fabulous Hamantashen-filled dessert bar! \n \nAccommodations: ADA Accessible Venue;Post-event Recording;Sensory Room Available \n \nOrganization: Washington Hebrew Congregation \n \nLivestream or Virtual: Yes\, it is
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/shabbat-purim-whc-purim-in-oz-with-washington-hebrew-congregation/
LOCATION:Washington Hebrew Congregation\, 3935 Macomb St NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20016\, United States
CATEGORIES:Prayer Services
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260227T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260227T203000
DTSTAMP:20260421T163224
CREATED:20260107T172738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T134353Z
UID:10001534-1772217000-1772224200@gatherdc.org
SUMMARY:Jewish Disability Awareness and Inclusion (JDAIM) Shabbat with Rodef 2100
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a meaningful Shabbat service and dinner celebrating Jewish Disability Awareness\, Acceptance and Inclusion Month (JDAIM). We will sit together at services starting at 6:30 p.m. followed by a delicious dinner and time to connect. You are welcome to join us for services\, dinner\, or both! While this event is not metro accessible\, we will be coordinating rides for the event. Please indicate on the registration form if you will need a ride so we can coordinate 🙂 \n \nAccommodations: ADA Accessible Venue;Post-event Recording;Sensory Room Available \n \nOrganization: Rodef 2100 \n \nLivestream or Virtual: Yes\, it is
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/jewish-disability-awareness-and-inclusion-jdaim-shabbat-with-rodef-2100/
LOCATION:Temple Rodef Shalom\, 2100 Westmoreland St.\, Falls Church\, Virginia\, 22043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Prayer Services
ORGANIZER;CN="Samantha Greenberg":MAILTO:samanthalg789@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR