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SUMMARY:Public Tour of the Ongoing Exhibitions with Capital Jewish Museum
DESCRIPTION:Join a 45 minute tour of the Capital Jewish Museum’s Ongoing Exhibitions on Sundays at 12 pm. \nTour includes: \nIntroduction in the Lobby\nWhat is Jewish Washington? (History Gallery)\nThe Historic Sanctuary (1876) with a film about early Jewish Washington\nConnect. Reflect. Act. (Core gallery with several different exhibition spaces and interactive opportunities) \n*Chai 💙 tickets include a $5 donation to help subsidize the cost of regular tickets\, making tours more accessible to all. \n \nAccommodations: ADA Accessible Venue;ASL Interpretation \n \nOrganization: Capital Jewish Museum \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/public-tour-of-the-ongoing-exhibitions-with-capital-jewish-museum-14/
LOCATION:Lillian and Albert Small Capital Jewish Museum\, 575 3rd Street Northwest\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning
ORGANIZER;CN="Lorenz Brunner":MAILTO:lbrunner@capitaljewishmuseum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251227T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251227T120000
DTSTAMP:20260108T134338Z
CREATED:20251222T160603Z
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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-5/
LOCATION:Washington Ethical Society Building\, 7750 16th Street NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20012\, United States
CATEGORIES:Prayer Services
ORGANIZER;CN="Elena Rodriguez":MAILTO:coordinator@fabrangen.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251225T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251225T150000
DTSTAMP:20260108T134339Z
CREATED:20251222T160606Z
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SUMMARY:December 25 @ CJM: Wrapped in Tradition with Capital Jewish Museum
DESCRIPTION:Whether your Christmas Day traditions involve Chinese food\, holiday movies\, or service projects\, we have it all and more. Enjoy classic traditions and make new ones with drop-in activities and projects for visitors looking to learn\, play\, and give back. \nChinese Food and a Movie:  \nPOW POW\, an award-winning kosher and plant-based Asian eatery\, will offer a modest menu of Chinese food\, including a deli roll-inspired egg roll.   \nAn American Tail (1986)\, an animated musical-dramedy\, is a nostalgic favorite of family audiences. The story’s portrayal of Feivel Mouskevitz’s immigration hopes and challenges is balanced with humor\, strong family bonds\, and its signature song\, “Somewhere Out There.”  \nActivities include: \nExplore the ongoing exhibitions through the lens of a holiday themed exhibition guide\nVisit the special exhibition LGBTJews in the Federal City before it closes Sunay\, January 4 (Gallery guides are available for family audiences. Admission is included in the price of a ticket.)\nRecord a family story and add it to the Museum’s Oral History Archive\nWrite holiday cards that we’ll send to the senior residents of Charles E. Smith Life Communities\nBring canned food donations and assemble laundry kits for DC neighbors in need\nCurl up with a good book in a reading nook and participate in our leave-a-book\, take-a-book swap\nEnjoy the nostalgia of classic films in the Community Action Lab\nSnap and print a photograph at our photobooth and decorate a custom frame to preserve the memory \nImage Credit: Photograph courtesy of Chris Ferenzi Photography. \n \nAccommodations: ADA Accessible Venue \n \nOrganization: Capital Jewish Museum \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/december-25-cjm-wrapped-in-tradition-with-capital-jewish-museum/
LOCATION:Lillian and Albert Small Capital Jewish Museum\, 575 3rd Street Northwest\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Lorenz Brunner":MAILTO:lbrunner@capitaljewishmuseum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251225T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251225T120000
DTSTAMP:20260108T134338Z
CREATED:20251222T160601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T134338Z
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SUMMARY:History of Jewish Washington Walking Tour for Hanukkah with Off the Mall Tours
DESCRIPTION:Join Off the Mall Tours guide Ami Greener on a fascinating walking tour about notable Jewish people in DC history. This tour goes through the Gallery Place and Judiciary Square neighborhoods\, highlighting the stories of Jewish-American Washingtonians who made their mark. Learn the answers to questions such as\, why did the first synagogue built in DC have wheels? Which historic synagogue was saved at the last minute from turning into a nightclub? Who were the first Jews to live in this new city on the Potomac?  \nThis 2-hour tour begins at the corner of H and 8th street and ends in front of the Capital Jewish Museum. \n \n \nOrganization: Off the Mall Tours \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/history-of-jewish-washington-walking-tour-for-hanukkah-with-off-the-mall-tours/
LOCATION:Starting point is in front of Hillel International\, 800 8th Street NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning
ORGANIZER;CN="Katie Kirkpatrick":MAILTO:offthemallwalkingtours@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251224T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251224T235900
DTSTAMP:20260108T134337Z
CREATED:20251222T160558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T134337Z
UID:10001450-1766610000-1766620740@gatherdc.org
SUMMARY:Matzoball 2025 with Matzoball
DESCRIPTION:Matzoball® \, the nations #1 holiday party is back and coming to Washington DC.\nWe are the The Original Matzoball® and have been for 38 years. “We are the Nation’s # Holiday Party”- USA Today \nMatzoball®\, the nations #1 holiday party is back and coming in Washington DC. Nobody can do it bigger or better than Matzoball® and this year will prove to be no different. Matzoball® sets the stage for the ultimate party experience that you do not want to miss out on!! \n*Use Promo-Code – MBDC15 for 15% off admission!!! \nCome see why USA Today dubs it “The Number 1 Holiday Party of the Year”!\nCost Range: 45 – 70 \n \nAccommodations: ADA Accessible Venue \n \nOrganization: MatzoBall \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/matzoball-2025-with-matzoball/
LOCATION:Decades DC\, 1219 Connecticut Ave NW\, Washington\, D.C.\, 20036\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Lance Cohen":MAILTO:cohen.lance@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251224T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251224T200000
DTSTAMP:20260108T134338Z
CREATED:20251222T160602Z
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UID:10001456-1766599200-1766606400@gatherdc.org
SUMMARY:Jewish Christmas Eve with 2239
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Christmas Eve like our ancestors: with Chinese food! First round of dumplings is on us!\nEvent is in person. Location will be emailed to registrants \nPlease note: this event is pay your own way. \n \n \nOrganization: Washington Hebrew Congregation \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/jewish-christmas-eve-with-2239/
LOCATION:NA\, 406 8th St SE\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Maital Kaminer":MAILTO:mkaminer@whctemple.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251222T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251222T210000
DTSTAMP:20260108T134339Z
CREATED:20251222T160606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T134339Z
UID:10001462-1766430000-1766437200@gatherdc.org
SUMMARY:Bagels\, Belief\, & Beyond: Small Bites of Big Jewish Ideas with Am Kolel
DESCRIPTION:Dive into Judaism one topic at a time! In this interactive\, discussion-driven class\, led by Rabbi Miriam\, each VIRTUAL session on Monday nights\, starting October 20\, offers a bite-sized exploration of a new aspect of Jewish life\, culture\, and belief. Connect with your cohort\, share your thoughts\, and discover the richness of Jewish traditions—bagel in hand optional\, curiosity required. If you’d like to see what the topics are each week you can visit the registration link.\nCost Range: 120 – 180 \n \nAccommodations: ADA Accessible Venue \n \nOrganization: Am Kolel \n \nLivestream or Virtual: Yes\, it is
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/bagels-belief-beyond-small-bites-of-big-jewish-ideas-with-am-kolel-10/
LOCATION:Zoom\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning
ORGANIZER;CN="Melissa Eisen":MAILTO:admin@amkolel.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251222T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251222T203000
DTSTAMP:20260108T134335Z
CREATED:20251222T160556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T134335Z
UID:10001445-1766430000-1766435400@gatherdc.org
SUMMARY:The UnKosher Comedy Tour: Festival of Laughs Recap with Stacy’s Social Circles
DESCRIPTION:The Unkosher Comedy Tour is back with NOVA Tribe and Stacy’s Social Circles! The best young Jew-ish stand up comedians in the DC area share their hilarious recap of Hanukkah\, the Festival of Lights\, and are here to make you laugh if you are having a tough week. \nDoors open/happy hour at 6:30 PM. Show begins at 7:00ish PM and will run for about an hour. Limited number of tickets available – this show always sells out\, so make sure to grab your tickets now! If we sell out\, we will have a second show at 8:15 PM. \nWant to come for free? Email Stacy at stacy.is.social@gmail.com to volunteer at the event. \nFeaturing: \nHadar Arazi (DC Improv) \nLucas Craig (Encore Comedy) \nMara Feiner (DC Improv) \nAbe Messing (DC Comedy Loft) \nHedi Sandberg (DC Improv) \nHosted by Iana Sperling (Dania Beach Improv) \nCocktail and mocktail drink & food specials until 10:00 PM! \nGetting there:Shaw’s Taven is near Shaw/U street metro and there is street parking \nStacy’s Socal Circles uses a blend of compatibility and purpose to connect 20s/30s/40s of all backgrounds looking for their future partner or friend group through personalized matchmaking & innovative dates\, intentional\, transformative small group experiences\, and connection coaching. 500+ events\, hundreds of friendships\, 20 marriages\, 14 years of building community – If you know Stacy (by email\, name\, friendly face) you probably already know\, her social circle is your social circle. She has been organizing creative events and curated connections for more than a decade for young professionals and is a Northern Virginia native who loves to help others find the best local spots and their people. \n \n \nOrganization: Stacy’s Social Circles \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/the-unkosher-comedy-tour-festival-of-laughs-recap-with-stacys-social-circles/
LOCATION:Shaw’s Tavern\, 520 Florida Ave NW\, Washington\, District of Columbia\, 20001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Stacy Miller":MAILTO:stacy.is.social@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251221T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251221T190000
DTSTAMP:20260108T134338Z
CREATED:20251222T160604Z
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UID:10001464-1766336400-1766343600@gatherdc.org
SUMMARY:Shine the Light Hanukkah Celebration with Jewish Vegan Life
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Hanukkah with Heart\, Harmony\, and Compassion\nRegister here: https://jewishveganlife.org/events/shine-the-light-dc/ \nJoin Jewish Vegan Life for an inspiring evening of light\, music\, and delicious plant-based food as we gather to celebrate Hanukkah in the spirit of compassion — for people\, animals\, and the planet. \nThis warm and inclusive celebration will feature:\n   ✨ Vegan Hanukkah food – creative plant-based takes on holiday favorites\n    Music & candle lighting ceremony\n   ️ Messages of hope and renewal from local leaders and JVL ambassadors\n    Community connections – meet like-minded friends who care about living Jewish values through kindness and sustainability \nTogether\, we’ll shine the light of Jewish values and illuminate a path toward a more compassionate world. \nEvent Details\nDate: Sunday\, December 21\nTime: 5:00–8:00 PM\nLocation: Skybox Lounge\, Rockville\, MD\n(Exact address provided upon registration) \n\nShine the Light DC \n\nCost Range: 7 – 36 \n \n \nOrganization: Jewish Vegan Life \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/shine-the-light-hanukkah-celebration-with-jewish-vegan-life/
LOCATION:SkyLounge\, Bou Ave\, Rockville\, MD\, 20852\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other
ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Gribov":MAILTO:michael@jewishveganlife.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251221T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251221T180000
DTSTAMP:20260108T134337Z
CREATED:20251222T160601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T134337Z
UID:10001453-1766332800-1766340000@gatherdc.org
SUMMARY:Christmas Market + hot chocolate + mulled wine with Moishe House Adams Morgan
DESCRIPTION:The title says it all. Come to the DuPont “Holiday” market with Moishe House Adams Morgan. See the sights\, buy something nice\, and then join us for a warming cup of cocoa or mulled wine. RSVP here: https://partiful.com/e/QGPHrPYMbdxEzJwVuPtJ \n \n \nOrganization: Moishe House Adams Morgan \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/christmas-market-hot-chocolate-mulled-wine-with-moishe-house-adams-morgan/
LOCATION:DuPont Holiday Market\, Dupont Circle\, Washington\, DC\, 20009\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Ben Fleisher":MAILTO:moishehouseadmo@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251221T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251221T124500
DTSTAMP:20260108T134337Z
CREATED:20251222T160559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T134337Z
UID:10001451-1766318400-1766321100@gatherdc.org
SUMMARY:Public Tour of the Ongoing Exhibitions with Capital Jewish Museum
DESCRIPTION:Join a 45 minute tour of the Capital Jewish Museum’s Ongoing Exhibitions on Sundays at 12 pm. \nTour includes: \nIntroduction in the Lobby\nWhat is Jewish Washington? (History Gallery)\nThe Historic Sanctuary (1876) with a film about early Jewish Washington\nConnect. Reflect. Act. (Core gallery with several different exhibition spaces and interactive opportunities) \n*Chai 💙 tickets include a $5 donation to help subsidize the cost of regular tickets\, making tours more accessible to all. \n \nAccommodations: ADA Accessible Venue;ASL Interpretation \n \nOrganization: Capital Jewish Museum \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/public-tour-of-the-ongoing-exhibitions-with-capital-jewish-museum-13/
LOCATION:Lillian and Albert Small Capital Jewish Museum\, 575 3rd Street Northwest\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning
ORGANIZER;CN="Lorenz Brunner":MAILTO:lbrunner@capitaljewishmuseum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251220T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251220T210000
DTSTAMP:20260108T134335Z
CREATED:20251222T160556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T134335Z
UID:10001448-1766257200-1766264400@gatherdc.org
SUMMARY:Latkes & Vodka(s): Celebrate Hanukkah with Friends with Bender JCC
DESCRIPTION:Gather with new and old friends in their 20s\, 30s\, and 40s to celebrate Hanukkah\, enjoy a Latke and Vodka bar\, games\, and music. \n \nAccommodations: ADA Accessible Venue \n \nOrganization: Bender JCC of Greater Washington \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/latkes-vodkas-celebrate-hanukkah-with-friends-with-bender-jcc/
LOCATION:Bender JCC Of Greater Washington\, 6125 Montrose Rd\, Rockville\, MD\, 20852-4860\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251220T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251220T193000
DTSTAMP:20260108T134335Z
CREATED:20251222T160555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T134335Z
UID:10001443-1766255400-1766259000@gatherdc.org
SUMMARY:The Lullaby Project: Mark the Winter Solstice and Hanukkah with Temple Micah
DESCRIPTION:Come mark the longest night of the year and connect with the broader Jewish story through song with the Lullaby Project on Saturday\, December 20. Join us for Hanukkah and the winter solstice as we light the menorah and share in a genre of music that helps us ease into the nighttime—lullabies. \nLullabies are a bit like recipes—every culture has them\, and every family carries its own treasured repertoire. This Hanukkah\, we’ll explore them together\, noticing the sparks of light that guide us through the darkness and leaning into the melodies that help us settle into the night. \n \nAccommodations: ADA Accessible Venue;Sensory Room Available \n \nOrganization: Temple Micah \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/the-lullaby-project-mark-the-winter-solstice-and-hanukkah-with-temple-micah/
LOCATION:Temple Micah\, 2829 Wisconsin Ave NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Prayer Services
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251220T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251220T133000
DTSTAMP:20260108T134336Z
CREATED:20251222T160556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T134336Z
UID:10001447-1766232000-1766237400@gatherdc.org
SUMMARY:YP Kiddush—Hanukkah Edition! with Adas Israel Congregation
DESCRIPTION:Join your fellow 22- to 35-ish-year-olds after services at a YP-dedicated table during kiddush. We’ll have some nice conversation with good company…and surely some dreidels and gelt will be making an appearance this time! No RSVP needed. \n \n \nOrganization: Adas Israel Congregation \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/yp-kiddush-hanukkah-edition-with-adas-israel-congregation/
LOCATION:Adas Israel Congregation\, 2850 Quebec St NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Ely Merenstein":MAILTO:elysamuel16@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251220T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251220T120000
DTSTAMP:20260108T134335Z
CREATED:20251222T160553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T134335Z
UID:10001440-1766223000-1766232000@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-4/
LOCATION:Washington Ethical Society Building\, 7750 16th Street NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20012\, United States
CATEGORIES:Prayer Services
ORGANIZER;CN="Elena Rodriguez":MAILTO:coordinator@fabrangen.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251219T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251219T223000
DTSTAMP:20260108T134336Z
CREATED:20251222T160557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T134336Z
UID:10001449-1766176200-1766183400@gatherdc.org
SUMMARY:Menorah Mingle with Chabad of Silver Spring and Young Folks of Kemp Mill
DESCRIPTION:The Menorah Mingle will occur on Friday evening Shabbat Hanukkah December 19th at 8:30 pm at Chabad of Silver Spring! In the downstairs near the C teen lounge. 🕎✨🕎🥳 To reserve your spot for Kosher delicious Hanukkah fried foods\, drinks\, & friendship with other young folks\, simply reply yes to the Partiful and Venmo $18 to @samantha-noland-2 by December 16th so we can purchase food & drinks ahead of time. Looking forward to mingling with everyone!\nMinimum Suggested Donation Amt: 18 \n \n \nOrganization: Chabad of Silver Spring \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/menorah-mingle-with-chabad-of-silver-spring-and-young-folks-of-kemp-mill/
LOCATION:Chabad of Silver Spring\, 519 Lamberton Dr\, Silver Spring\, Maryland\, 20902\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Samantha Noland":MAILTO:samanthalnoland@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251219T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251219T213000
DTSTAMP:20260108T134334Z
CREATED:20251222T160548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T134334Z
UID:10001436-1766170800-1766179800@gatherdc.org
SUMMARY:Chanukah Shabbat and Dinner with Rabbi Jenna with Sixth & I
DESCRIPTION:6:00 pm – Happy Hour\n7:00 pm – Service\n8:15 pm – Shabbat Dinner \nThis inclusive service blends contemporary and traditional elements for an experience that feels both familiar and fresh. In celebration of the 6th night of Chanukah\, enjoy holiday songs and reflections. BYO menorah for a community candle lighting during dinner (matches and candles provided).\nCost Range: 0 – 45 \n \nAccommodations: ADA Accessible Venue \n \nOrganization: Sixth & I \n \nLivestream or Virtual: Yes\, it is
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/chanukah-shabbat-and-dinner-with-rabbi-jenna-with-sixth-i/
LOCATION:Sixth & I\, 600 I Street\, NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Prayer Services
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251219T184500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251219T211500
DTSTAMP:20260108T134335Z
CREATED:20251222T160556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T134335Z
UID:10001446-1766169900-1766178900@gatherdc.org
SUMMARY:Chanukah and Rosh Chodesh! Services and Potluck with Tikkun Leil Shabbat
DESCRIPTION:Please join Tikkunn Leil Shabbat (TLS) to welcome Shabbat Chanukah which falls on the 6th night of the Festival and Rosh Chodesh Tevet. Come recharge and find warmth and comfort in community. If you have any questions\, please contact the organizers at tikkunleilshabbat@yahoo.com. (In observance of Shabbat\, we will not light Chanukah candles communally.) \nServices: 6:45 PM\nPotluck: 8:00 PM – approximately\nPlace: The Festival Center\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/chanukah-and-rosh-chodesh-services-and-potluck-with-tikkun-leil-shabbat/
LOCATION:The Festival Center\, 1640 Columbia Road Northwest\, Washington\, DC\, 20009\, United States
CATEGORIES:Prayer Services
ORGANIZER;CN="Sara Mosenkis":MAILTO:tikkunleilshabbat@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251219T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251219T193000
DTSTAMP:20260108T134335Z
CREATED:20251222T160555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T134335Z
UID:10001444-1766165400-1766172600@gatherdc.org
SUMMARY:Sparks in the Dark: An LGBTQ+ Hanukkah Mixer with Bet Mishpachah
DESCRIPTION:On the sixth night of Chanuka\, join Bet Mishpachah’s under-50 cohort to light up the night at Spark Social Club. Enjoy a drink on us and a good conversation\, then we’ll walk or ride together to candle lighting and Friday night shabbat services a short stroll away at the Edlavitch JCC. This event is for everyone! Anyone allied with the LGBTQ+ community and interested in experiencing what makes Bet Mish such a special place should come out to celebrate with us! \nRSVPs appreciated\, but not required. \n \n \nOrganization: Bet Mishpachah \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/sparks-in-the-dark-an-lgbtq-hanukkah-mixer-with-bet-mishpachah/
LOCATION:Sparks Social House\, 2009 14th St NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20009\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251219T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251219T235900
DTSTAMP:20260108T134334Z
CREATED:20251222T160552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T134334Z
UID:10001439-1766152800-1766188740@gatherdc.org
SUMMARY:Chanukah R&R Weekend Begins with Pearlstone Retreat Center
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy the holiday of light with comfort food from the Pearlstone kosher kitchen\, communal menorah lighting\, singing\, games\, yoga for all ages and our beautiful farm backdrop.  This retreat follows our R&R weekend format\, which is self-guided with lots of downtime and lighter programming than our other holiday retreats so we can offer an amazingly accessible value for individuals and families alike! See sample schedule and pricing on our webpage! \n \nAccommodations: Scent-free Space \n \nOrganization: Pearlstone Center \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/chanukah-rr-weekend-begins-with-pearlstone-retreat-center/
LOCATION:Pearlstone Center\, 5425 Mt Gilead Rd\, Reisterstown\, Maryland\, 21136\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T210000
DTSTAMP:20260108T134335Z
CREATED:20251222T160554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T134335Z
UID:10001441-1766084400-1766091600@gatherdc.org
SUMMARY:Hanukah Freedom Concert + Coffee House with Am Kolel\, Fabrangen\, and Cheder
DESCRIPTION:Am Kolel\, Fabrangen\, & Cheder Jewish communities present a Hanukah Freedom Concert and Coffee House in loving memory of Rabbi Arthur Waskow z’l.  A Hanukah celebration and benefit concert featuring interactive Jewish\, folk\, and social justice musical performances. All proceeds will go to JUFJ\, Bend the Arc\, New Israel Fund\, and The Shalom Center. \nFeaturing Performances By:\nHazzan Jessi Roemer and Debi Roemer\nReb David Shneyer: Songs of Freedom Sing-a-long\nSongRise: Women’s Social Justice Acapella\nAaron Shneyer\nCost Range: 0 – 25 \n \nAccommodations: ADA Accessible Venue \n \nOrganization: Am Kolel \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/hanukah-freedom-concert-coffee-house-with-am-kolel-fabrangen-and-cheder/
LOCATION:Washington Ethical Society\, 7750 16th Street\, N.W.\, Washington\, DC\, 20012\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Melissa Eisen":MAILTO:admin@amkolel.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T210000
DTSTAMP:20260108T134334Z
CREATED:20251222T160548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T134334Z
UID:10001434-1766084400-1766091600@gatherdc.org
SUMMARY:Parsha\, Pizza\, Latkes\, and Prep with Moishe House Columbia Heights
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Moishe House Columbia Heights for a cozy evening diving into the weekly parsha over hot\, delicious pizza and latkes. Stick around afterward to help prep for our upcoming Shabbat dinner while connecting with friends old and new \n \n \nOrganization: Moishe House Columbia Heights \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/parsha-pizza-latkes-and-prep-with-moishe-house-columbia-heights/
LOCATION:MoHo CoHi\, RSVP for Location\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Mitchell Finkel":MAILTO:moishehousedc@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T203000
DTSTAMP:20260108T134333Z
CREATED:20251222T160547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T134333Z
UID:10001433-1766084400-1766089800@gatherdc.org
SUMMARY:Fried & Festive: A Chanukah Party with Sixth & I
DESCRIPTION:On the 5th night of Chanukah\, celebrate with latkes\, donuts\, and drinks. Work some miracles during our dreidel competition\, come dressed to impress in your favorite ugly Chanukah sweater\, and tell us if you’re team sour cream or team applesauce as you vote for your favorite latke toppings. \nAlso\, embrace the season of giving by bringing games\, art supplies and more for a toy drive benefiting the DC Coalition Against Domestic Violence. Check out a gift wish list and explore other ways to support local survivors and their families.” \nNo one will be turned away due to lack of funds. For more information\, please reach out to Erica. \n \nAccommodations: ADA Accessible Venue \n \nOrganization: Sixth & I \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/fried-festive-a-chanukah-party-with-sixth-i/
LOCATION:Sixth & I\, 600 I Street\, NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T210000
DTSTAMP:20260108T134334Z
CREATED:20251222T160552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T134334Z
UID:10001438-1766080800-1766091600@gatherdc.org
SUMMARY:Shehecheyanu: a Jews for Janeese Chanukah Launch Party with JUFJ Campaign Fund
DESCRIPTION:DC deserves a Mayor who will fight for our communities and our Jewish values\, and Janeese Lewis George will be that Mayor! Kick off the Jews for Janeese campaign at our Chanukah launch party\, featuring live music\, latkes and doughnuts\, candle lighting\, and a chance to hear from Councilmember Lewis George about her vision for the District. Celebrate the festival of lights with Jews for Janeese\, and help light the way toward a brighter DC for all of us. \n \n \nOrganization: Jews United for Justice Campaign Fund \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/shehecheyanu-a-jews-for-janeese-chanukah-launch-party-with-jufj-campaign-fund/
LOCATION:City-State Brewing Company\, 705 Edgewood St NE\, Washington\, DC\, 20017\, United States
CATEGORIES:Giving Back
ORGANIZER;CN="Jenna Israel":MAILTO:jenna.israel@jufj.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T200000
DTSTAMP:20260108T134334Z
CREATED:20251222T160551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T134334Z
UID:10001442-1766080800-1766088000@gatherdc.org
SUMMARY:Ladino End-of-Year Concert with the Embassy of Bulgaria and SHIN-DC
DESCRIPTION:Sephardic Heritage International Presents Ladino Hanukkah & End-of-Year Concert in Partnership with the Embassy of Bulgaria. FEATURING DR. JUDITH COHEN \nHOLIDAY CONCERT WITH HANUKKAH CANDLE-LIGHTING in honor of Dimitar Peshev who brought some light into the world by saving the lives of tens of thousands of Bulgaria’s Jews amidst the devastation of the Holocaust. \nConcert followed by kosher wine and traditional holiday sweets reception \nSHINDC.ORG\n* This event is under the jurisdiction of the US Secret Service. Furthermore\, MPD will provide extra security outside.\n* The address of the event will be provided to those who RSVP\, one day prior to the event itself. \n* A valid government ID must be presented to security for entry.\nIn Partnership with World Music & Dance Institute \nQuestions? Email info@shindc.org or call 202-643-4441.\nwww.shindc.org | Twitter/Instagram: @Sephardic_in_DC \nSHIN-DC Facebook Group:\nhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/392001624304033 \nKeep up with SHIN-DC on Facebook:\nhttps://www.facebook.com/Sephardic.Heritage.IN.DC \nSubscribe to the SHIN-DC Newsletter:\nhttps://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/C4fipZZ \nSubscribe to the SHIN-DC YouTube Channel:\n@shindcsephardicheritageint925\nhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6LXc3Fvzm1uYlmrqh-3nbg \nMinimum Suggested Donation Amt: 18 \n \nAccommodations: Post-event Recording \n \nOrganization: Sephardic Heritage International (SHIN-DC) \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/ladino-end-of-year-concert-with-the-embassy-of-bulgaria-and-shin-dc/
LOCATION:The address of the event will be provided to those who RSVP\, one day prior to the event itself.\, Washington\, District of Columbia\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning
ORGANIZER;CN="Leila Levi":MAILTO:info@shindc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T133000
DTSTAMP:20260108T134334Z
CREATED:20251222T160549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T134334Z
UID:10001437-1766059200-1766064600@gatherdc.org
SUMMARY:Interfaith Cooking Workshop & Conversation with Interfaith Council of Washington
DESCRIPTION:Add different flavors to your holiday meal this December! Learn a new dish with our workshop hosts (virtually) as they prepare and discuss their favorite holiday foods from their own faith traditions. (Recipes included) \nJoin Mina Szpiro (food columnist for the Swedish National Jewish Chronicle)\, Fr. Andrew (winner of The Great American Baking Show\, Season 5)\, and a third cook for three 25 minute cooking workshops. Each host will demonstrate a dish from their tradition\, share its significance and take questions from the audience.\nCost Range: 5 – 10 \n \nAccommodations: Post-event Recording \n \nOrganization: Interfaith Council of Metropolitan Washington \n \nLivestream or Virtual: Yes\, it is
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/interfaith-cooking-workshop-conversation-with-interfaith-council-of-washington/
LOCATION:Zoom\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning
ORGANIZER;CN="Symi Rom-Rymer":MAILTO:symirr@ifcmw.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T103000
DTSTAMP:20260108T134333Z
CREATED:20251222T160546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T134333Z
UID:10001432-1766046600-1766053800@gatherdc.org
SUMMARY:2025 DC Lox & Legislators with Jewish Community Relations Council
DESCRIPTION:The JCRC invites you to join our Greater Washington Jewish community to meet\, mingle\, and discuss our legislative priorities and advocacy efforts with our federal and local elected officials.\nCost Range: 80 – 1800 \n \nAccommodations: ASL Interpretation \n \nOrganization: Jewish Community Relations Council of Greater Washington \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/2025-dc-lox-legislators-with-jewish-community-relations-council/
LOCATION:XXX\, XXX\, Washington\, District of Columbia\, XXXXX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other
ORGANIZER;CN="Alan Brody":MAILTO:abrody@jcouncil.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251217T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251217T210000
DTSTAMP:20260108T134332Z
CREATED:20251222T160545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T134332Z
UID:10001429-1766001600-1766005200@gatherdc.org
SUMMARY:Preserving Your Future:  Egg Freezing 101 with Jewish Fertility Foundation
DESCRIPTION:Curious about egg freezing? Join the Jewish Fertility Foundation and Jewish Women’s Fund of Atlanta for “Preserving Your Future: Egg Freezing 101” for an empowering\, informative conversation about taking charge of your fertility and understanding the shifting legal landscape. Wednesday\, December 17\, 8PM ET / 5PM PT. Learn more and register at jewishfertilityfoundation.org/freeze. \n \n \nOrganization: Jewish Fertility Foundation \n \nLivestream or Virtual: Yes\, it is
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/preserving-your-future-egg-freezing-101-with-jewish-fertility-foundation/
LOCATION:Zoom\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251217T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251217T210000
DTSTAMP:20260108T134332Z
CREATED:20251222T160544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T134332Z
UID:10001427-1765998000-1766005200@gatherdc.org
SUMMARY:Hanukkah Hotties: Singles Social Hour with Stacy's Social Circles
DESCRIPTION:Find a spark with someone this Hanukkah – Join us for a fun\, in-person social event hosted by Stacy’s Social Circles! We will have themed ice breakers\, name tags to help you find others your age\, candle lighting\, sufganyiot\, and prizes for ice breaker winners and best dressed. \nTickets include themed ice breakers\, sufganyiot\, and prizes and an equal number of gender tickets will be sold to have a balanced event! \nCocktail and mocktail drink specials until 6:00 PM if you want to be in the main bar early….our event starts in our private section at 7:00PM \n👩‍❤️‍💋‍👨 Ages: Most singles will be mid 20s to early 40s but we welcome folks in their early20s.\n****We will have colored name tags so you can find others your age.**** \n✡️Dress Code: Dress to Impress\, Festive\, Holiday Sweaters \nGetting there: Highline RxR is near the Crystal City metro and there is a free parking garage next door \nStacy’s Socal Circles uses a blend of compatibility and purpose to connect 20s/30s/40s of all backgrounds looking for their future partner or friend group through personalized matchmaking & innovative dates\, intentional\, transformative small group experiences\, and connection coaching. 500+ events\, hundreds of friendships\, 20 marriages\, 14 years of building community – If you know Stacy (by email\, name\, friendly face) you probably already know\, her social circle is your social circle. She has been organizing creative events and curated connections for more than a decade for Jewish young professionals through her org NOVA Tribe Series and the JCC. She is a Northern Virginia native who loves to help others find the best local spots and their people. \n \nAccommodations: ADA Accessible Venue \n \nOrganization: Stacy’s Social Circles \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/hanukkah-hotties-singles-social-hour-with-stacys-social-circles/
LOCATION:Highline RxR\, 2010 CRYSTAL DRIVE\, Arlington\, Virginia\, 2220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Stacy Miller":MAILTO:stacy.is.social@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251217T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251217T203000
DTSTAMP:20260108T134334Z
CREATED:20251222T160548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T134334Z
UID:10001435-1765998000-1766003400@gatherdc.org
SUMMARY:Guilt Free Gelt with Moishe House Adams Morgan
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Hanukkah and learn about the chocolate industry with Moishe House Admo. We’ll be discussing (and eating) fair-trade chocolate gelt for the holiday. RSVP here: https://partiful.com/e/mnyIkxJLeJjmqk3GvEdJ \n \n \nOrganization: Moishe House Adams Morgan \n \nLivestream or Virtual: Yes\, it is
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/guilt-free-gelt-with-moishe-house-adams-morgan/
LOCATION:Moishe House Adams Morgan\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning
ORGANIZER;CN="Ben Fleisher":MAILTO:moishehouseadmo@gmail.com
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