Celebrate Shavuot with us and Bet Mishpachah for an evening filled with community, conversation, and celebration!

After the success of Esther's Wisdom event for Purim, we invite you to celebrate Shavuot with a women's evening of connection, reflection, and inspiration. Through the story of Ruth, discussion and reflection event moderators Priscilla Askenas (Leadership Coach) and Zina Segal (Pozez JCC Sr. Director, Community Impact and Engagement) will delve into what it means to truly belong: to each other, to tradition, and to ourselves. Together, we'll also uncover how Ruth's journey can inspire us to cultivate our own leadership as women in our communities and beyond.

Special Shavout desserts and wine are included.
Fee: $18 Member/$25 Nonmember

Speaker Bios:
Priscilla Askenas is an international law, governance, and foreign policy expert. She played a pivotal role in identifying workable solutions to counter violent extremism, strengthening governance and safety of Women in Africa.

Priscilla believes that the key to making empowered decisions is to align our values and goals to how we

Join the fight against hate and be part of ÒThe Fabric of Freedom' with thousands of community members, allies, and activists as we gather and march in the footsteps of the countless changemakers that came before us. The Rally will take place at the iconic steps of the Lincoln Memorial and will culminate with a march towards the US Capitol Building, ending with a global celebration at the WorldPride DC Street Festival and Closing Concert.

Join this interdisciplinary collaboration between musician, composer, and educator Zo‘ Aqua and music neuroscientist, artistic creator, and educator Dr. Jessica Phillips-Silver.

We will experience Jewish rhythms from slow and contemplative to fast and joyful, using traditional Yiddish dance gestures and simple, gentle movements to guide us deeper into the music. As we build our rhythmic repertoire, we will also explore the power of rhythm in our brain development across the lifespan, in our physical and emotional bodies, and in our collective past and future. Fusing musical and cultural perspectives with research in music neuroscience and healing traditions, this unique workshop will leave you feeling connected to your own voice and body, to Jewish cultural rhythms, and to the biological origins of human musical rhythm that we share with our entire human family.

Zo‘ Aqua is a violinist, composer and educator. She was awarded a Fulbright research grant for the 2021-'22 and 2022-'2

Join us while we sip, study, and schmooze. In this 4-part series exploring the intersection of Jewish tradition and alcohol, we'll taste our way through wine, beer, and whiskey while diving into fascinating questions like: What makes whiskey kosher? Why are there a million rules about wine in Jewish law? Can beer ever substitute its grape-made cousin for ritual purposes? What's the story on brewing/fermenting your own booze?

Each session will feature a different kosher alcoholic beverage (plus non-alcoholic options) and thought-provoking Jewish learning in great company. We're building a cohort–so while we hope you'll come to all four sessions, drop-ins are still welcome if that's what works for you.

Tuesdays, 7:00 PM-8:30 PM

June 10 - Wine & Ritual
June 24 - Wine & Taboos
July 8 - Beer
July 22 - Whiskey
Open to folks ages 35-50, from any Jewish background.

$85 covers the cost of all four parts of the series. If you've got questions–or if cost is a barrier–please reach

Jews are substantially overrepresented on the list of the songwriters of the standards that define the popular culture of the United States. The musicology behind that truth – the connections between Jewish liturgical chanting and folk songs and the jazz-influenced pop tunes American Jewish composers turned out – has been commented on a good bit. But what about the words? The roster of top lyricists in the American Songbook is also overwhelmingly Jewish, but what did that mean to their output? There are a few theories, all interesting and none completely convincing. We'll spotlight those theories, hear examples by, among others, Ira Gershwin, Yip Harburg, Oscar Hammerstein, Dorothy Fields, Stephen Sondheim. And, I hope, stimulate some discussion among ourselves of just how ÒJewish' these songs are.

After a long career as a magazine writer, Dan Moskowitz (a member of Micah for more than 50 years) now spends a lot of time developing the courses and talks on American popular song he gi

Broken Heart Syndrome is caused by sever physical or emotional stress. Is it dangerous? How is it treated? Who is most affected? Hear from keynote speaker Dr. Yigal Kassif, heart transplant specialist and cardiothoracic surgeon.

Talya Bock and Danielle Thibault, CFP¨ Wealth Management Advisors at Merrill Lynch, will be available for 10 minute complimentary personal finance conversations. They can provide guidance on a wide range of topics such as managing your personal budget in case of a career transition, portfolio strategies for turbulent markets, TSP choices, and how to navigate lifetime income in retirement. Please submit your questions in advance to Adam Cooper at acooper@edcjcc.org.

This program is aimed at those who have been impacted by changes to the federal/contract workforce. Conversations are completely confidential and will take place in a private room. Space is limited and advance registration is requested; conversations will be held on a walk-in basis from 8:00-9:30 PM.

Wesley Seidner is a high school student who has loved baseball his entire life. With a grandfather who survived the Holocaust, he was always aware of his Jewish heritage but never showed much interest. Wesley started writing this manuscript just after his bar mitzvah in 8th grade and it is his first book.

ÒThis is not just a collection of stories about great Jewish athletes; it's also the story of my journey into Judaism over the past two years, explored through my unique passion for baseball and its Jewish players. From interviews with players to rooting for Team Israel to playing baseball in Israel, this is my story.'

Join Wesley as he shares his enthusiasm for America's favorite pastime and the Jewish players here and abroad who make it great.

Light refreshments will be served. A book sale and signing will take place after the presentation. Ages 13+

In Partnership with Pozez JCC's J-Men's Group

Fee: $0 JCC Members/$15 Non-Members

Join Hill Havurah for a free and potentially life-saving Narcan Training on Tuesday, June 24th at 6:00 PM, led by Yannira Lopez Perez, the Community Mobilizer for the DC Prevention Center (DCPC) Opioid Response (DCOR) serving Wards 1 & 2.

This hands-on training will empower participants to recognize and respond to opioid overdoses using Narcan (naloxone)–a safe, easy-to-use medication that can reverse the effects of an overdose.

All attendees will receive free Narcan to take home following the training.

Free dinner and babysitting will be provided!

Join the EDCJCC swim teachers for The World's Largest Swimming Lessonª, an event designed to build awareness about the vital importance of teaching kids to swim. Classes available for children and adults.

The World's Largest Swimming Lessonª is a 45 minute lesson and promotional event designed to build awareness and generate local and national media attention about the vital importance of teaching kids to swim to help prevent drowning and improve quality of life. The WLSL event helps capture the passion we have for this critical issue as individuals and focuses all that energy on one message for one day.

Registration is required. Please note that no refunds are available for this program. If you have any questions, please reach out to aquatics manager Christina Spann at cspann@edcjcc.org.more information

Ahoy mates! Discover the historical connections between Jews and pirates. Jewish educator Zina Segal will present an interesting and surprising chronology of Jewish involvement in piracy, the Inquisition, commerce, and exploration of the New World. While enjoying refreshments, interactively learn about the Jewish pirates of the Caribbean and more.

Light refreshments and wine will be served. Pirate costumes are optional!
Fee: $18 in advance; $25 at the door

Ever wish Shot of Torah was longer? Do you want the opportunity to share your thoughts on Torah with other like-minded folks? Join 2239 and Rabbi Rachel as we grapple with this week's Torah portion in chavruta (study groups). Brunch will be served, so come with an appetite for study and delicious food! Please note, this event is intended for the young professionals group.

With Juneteenth on the horizon, WHC is partnering with the Edlavitch DCJCC for a visit to the National Museum of African American History and Culture.

On Sunday, June 29, we'll explore a powerful exhibit on slavery and freedom in the United States, hear from a guest expert in African American history, and gather afterward for a conversation and lunch.

Free to attend, but RSVP is required to secure your spot.

Rabbi Krinsky will be leading a learning session for LGBTQIA! members focusing on texts and practices of resilience in person at Adas Israel. It's a great opportunity to meet other Ga'avah folks and learn together. Mimosas and bagels provided.

Mark Olsen will discuss Family Tree Maker and its current features with many tips and tricks to make your use of the program more effective. He will also demonstrate the recently announced FTM 2024 with some amazing new features. This presentation is for all levels of genealogists whether you are just getting started or very experienced.
The meeting starts at 2:00 PM, but you are invited to come early to mingle and shmooze.

For Security Reasons, MEMBERS must register, if you log in first, there is no fee.

Nonmembers may register to attend for a fee of $5.

Speaker: Mark Olsen is the Family Tree Maker Ambassador to historical and genealogical societies around the world, working to support their members as they use Family Tree Maker. Mark is a graduate of Brigham Young University and holds a bachelor's degree in Family History with a Spanish records emphasis. He has been working in the genealogy industry since 2007 and has been the Family Tree Maker Ambassador since 2016.
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Join Moishe House Bethesda for Shmear & Shiur, our new monthly series where we dive into Jewish texts with local rabbis over bagels. This month, we're excited to welcome Rabbi Berkowitz from B'nai Israel for an informal and engaging discussion. He'll be guiding us through a thought-provoking Jewish topic of his choosing–come ready to learn, ask questions, and share your thoughts. Whether you're a Torah scholar or just curious, this is a welcoming space for all. We'll provide the bagels, you bring the appetite for carbs and conversation. Don't miss this chance to connect, learn, and nosh with your MoHo community!