10:00 am - 12:00 pm National Museum of African American History and Culture Visit with WHC June 29, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm National Museum of African American History and Culture Visit with WHC 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.
11:00 am - 1:00 pm Ga’avah Learning and Reflection Space with Adas Israel Congregation June 29, 2025 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Ga’avah Learning and Reflection Space with Adas Israel Congregation 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. Free
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm What’s New at Family Tree Maker with Jewish Genealogy Society June 29, 2025 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm What’s New at Family Tree Maker with Jewish Genealogy Society 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. C $3
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Drumming Workshop and Jam Session with Magen David Sephardic Congregation June 30, 2025 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Drumming Workshop and Jam Session with Magen David Sephardic Congregation Join us for an engaging drumming workshop and jam session with Yogev Shetrit, an internationally renowned composer and drummer. Influenced by his Moroccan heritage, Yogev's music blends traditional music from North Africa and Andalusia with jazz.
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Schmear and Shiur with Moishe House Bethesda June 30, 2025 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Schmear and Shiur with Moishe House Bethesda 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!
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Ice Cream Happy Hour with Moishe House Arlington July 1, 2025 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Ice Cream Happy Hour with Moishe House Arlington It is getting hot! __ Join us after work for some ice cream ______ and fruit salad____ in the shade. There will be plenty for everyone so come hungry whether you're lactose-free__, gluten-free__, soy-free, or meat-free__. Bring a friend or come alone as there will be lots of new friends throughout the summer. Free
7:30 pm - 9:30 pm Kolot HaDorot: Celebrating 50 Years of Women in the Cantorate with WHC July 2, 2025 @ 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm Kolot HaDorot: Celebrating 50 Years of Women in the Cantorate with WHC The American Conference of Cantors presents a historic concert celebrating the 50th anniversary of Cantor Barbara Ostfeld, the first female ordained cantor. This extraordinary musical event will feature multiple choirs, spanning generations of cantorial talent, performing a diverse repertoire from Renaissance compositions to contemporary pieces. The concert promises a powerful exploration of Jewish musical heritage, showcasing works that highlight the journey of women in cantorial leadership. Audiences will experience an inclusive performance featuring 200 cantors and musicians, presenting a unique musical narrative that spans different eras, geographical regions, and musical styles. Tickets are $18.00 ($20.57 with service fee) for Seniors and Students; $36.00 ($39.65 with service fee) for General Admission. All tickets include a dessert reception after the concert. The concert is sponsored in part by the Union for Reform Judaism and the Theophilous Foundation. Cost Range: 18 $18
7:30 pm - 9:00 pm Free Krav Maga Class with CSS Roam July 2, 2025 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm Free Krav Maga Class with CSS Roam Interested in learning how to protect yourself?? Come out to our free Krav Maga class and learn not only how to protect yourself, but how to protect others! If you have any questions, please email adip@thecss.org!
8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Kolot Hadorot: Concert Celebrating 50 Years of Women in the Cantorate with WHC July 2, 2025 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Kolot Hadorot: Concert Celebrating 50 Years of Women in the Cantorate with WHC The American Conference of Cantors presents a historic concert celebrating the 50th anniversary of Cantor Barbara Ostfeld, the first female... $36
10:00 am - 12:00 pm July 4th Pool Party with the Bender JCC July 4, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm July 4th Pool Party with the Bender JCC Spend July 4 wth fun, games, swimming, and more at the pool! *Free for members. Public participants pay guest fee rates. Register through the MyJ app by selecting ÒOutdoor Pool' in the top right corner, then choose ÒJuly 4 Pool Party.' Questions? Please contact Deb Rosenberg at drosenberg@benderjccgw.org or 301-348-3850.
9:00 pm - 11:00 pm Donor Party with Moishe House Columbia Heights July 5, 2025 @ 9:00 pm - 11:00 pm Donor Party with Moishe House Columbia Heights We did it! Thank you all so much for your generous donations to our WE ARE campaign. We are grateful to have such a great community. In thanks, we are throwing a party! Come ready to dance and celebrate that we had the highest number of individual donors out of all the Moishe Houses in the world!
12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Bagel Brunch with Moishe House Columbia Heights July 6, 2025 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Bagel Brunch with Moishe House Columbia Heights Join us for a relaxed and delicious Bagel Brunch at Moishe House Columbia Heights, where you can enjoy freshly baked bagels, cream cheese, and all the fixings while connecting with new friends. Whether you're a regular or a first-timer, it's a great way to end your weekend with good food and great company!
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm The Art of Marc Chagall: The Early Years with Jewish Art Education July 7, 2025 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm The Art of Marc Chagall: The Early Years with Jewish Art Education Join Jewish Art Education as we celebrate the 138th birthday of the Russian-French Draftsman, Painter, and Printmaker. THE ART OF MARC CHAGALL is a survey of the life and art of this quintessential Jewish artist. From paintings to prints to stained glass and tapestries, Chagall created an amazing world of fantasy and reality. See why this painting, I AND THE VILLAGE, was so important to him and to the world! THE ART OF MARC CHAGALL is an overview from the East European village (shtetl) to the world-renowned artist. $9
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Game Night with Moishe House Arlington July 7, 2025 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Game Night with Moishe House Arlington Game night______! Do we really need a description____? Everyone's favorite event returns with our signature pizza and games __. A night of kittens exploding____, towers toppling__, and tickets to ride __ await! Free
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Pink Triangle Legacies: History and LGBTQ+ Rights with the Haberman Institute July 9, 2025 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Pink Triangle Legacies: History and LGBTQ+ Rights with the Haberman Institute Presented by Dr. Jake Desai-Newsome, Founder and Director of the Pink Triangle Legacies Project Join us as historian Dr. Jake Desai-Newsome tells the dynamic and inspiring history of the LGBTQ+ community's original pride symbol by tracing the transformation of the pink triangle from a Nazi concentration camp badge into a widespread emblem of queer liberation, pride, and community. Drawing from unexplored archival sources and original interviews, Dr. Desai-Newsome showcases the voices of LGBTQ+ Holocaust victims and the many LGBTQ+ folks who found meaning in the pink triangle in a post-Holocaust world. The presentation will be followed by Q&A and a book signing for those joining us in person at the Capital Jewish Museum. Presented in Partnership with the Capital Jewish Museum $10
7:00 pm - 9:30 pm Swipe IRL DC Happy Hour with Tribester July 9, 2025 @ 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm Swipe IRL DC Happy Hour with Tribester Experience 360¡ of Jewish Connection Our Swipe IRL Happy Hour combines an in-person event at an DC hotspot with the best features of online dating! HOW IT WORKS 1. Create Your Profile (optional) After purchasing your ticket, access our exclusive platform to create a profile that showcases the authentic you. 2. Discover & Connect Browse attendee profiles before the event. AI highlights your shared interests with other attendees who have completed their profile. 3. Connect In Real Life Join us on Wednesday, July 9 for the in-person Swipe IRL Happy Hour (location will be revealed to ticket purchasers only). 4. Missed Connections Solved! Spotted someone but didn't get to chat? Reconnect through our platform afterward–no missed opportunities! THE EXPERIENCE Imagine walking into a party of Jewish professionals (ok, maybe you've done that before). Now imagine walking in already knowing some with whom you may be compatible. That's Swipe IRL–digital magic (via AI) meets rea $30
8:00 pm - 9:30 pm Comedy Show with Shabbat Night Live July 11, 2025 @ 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm Comedy Show with Shabbat Night Live This standup comedy showcase features up and coming Jew-ish DC comedians! 21+. Doors open at 7:30 PM. This is our 9th show. The last 8 have sold out. $10
1:15 pm - 2:15 pm Shalem: Anti-Semitism – What Can Be Done? with Tifereth Israel Congregation July 12, 2025 @ 1:15 pm - 2:15 pm Shalem: Anti-Semitism – What Can Be Done? with Tifereth Israel Congregation Ira Forman and David Bernstein will draw on their lifetimes of professional experience to share their thoughts on what is most and least effective in combating anti-semitism. Ira Forman is a Senior Fellow at Georgetown's Center for Jewish Civilization and Senior Fellow at the Moment Institute. From 2013-17, he was the U.S. Special Envoy of the Office to Monitor and Combat Anti-Semitism. David Bernstein is the Founder and CEO of the Jewish Institute for Liberal Values, and the former President and CEO of the Jewish Council for Public Affairs.
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm Virginia Launch with Jews United for Justice July 13, 2025 @ 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm Virginia Launch with Jews United for Justice Over 25 years ago, Jews United for Justice was founded to make change in the DC region. We have worked on campaigns for social, racial, and economic justice, and we have engaged a Jewish community that cares deeply about local issues. In 2025, for the first time, we are officially launching our organizing work in Northern Virginia. Join us at our campaign launch to be part of building this exciting new chapter in our ongoing work of thinking Jewishly and acting locally.
2:30 pm - 4:30 pm Torah Inspired Scrapbooking with Moishe House Columbia Heights July 13, 2025 @ 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm Torah Inspired Scrapbooking with Moishe House Columbia Heights Come and join us for Torah inspired scrapbooking making! Come get an introduction to the Jewish Studio Project, followed by Torah learning, and time to create art and scrapbook. A great to time showcase your creative side and to reflect!
10:00 am - 12:00 pm First Session of Beginner Mah Jongg with the Bender JCC July 14, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm First Session of Beginner Mah Jongg with the Bender JCC Summer Season Dates: Mondays | July 14 - August 4 | $110/member | $120/Public Come have fun and learn to play American Mah Jongg, an exciting four-player tile game with Chinese origins. Using 152 tiles depicting Chinese characters and symbols, players pick and discard in turn to form combinations found on the National Mah Jongg League's annual card of hands. Strategy, skill and luck are needed to be the first player to complete a hand and declare ÒMah Jongg!' This 4-session class will be taught in person at the Bender JCC by Jamie Grauer. *Space limited to 8 participants per class. *You will need to purchase a Mah Jongg card prior for the class. Cards can be purchased here. For more information or to register go to contact Marcie Blackman at mblackman@benderjccgw.org or 301.348.3808. All Bender JCC programs are open to everyone. Contact Kate Falls, Director of Inclusion, at kfalls@benderjccgw.org or 301.348.3767 to discuss support and accommodations. $120
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Torah on Tap with Kesher Israel Congregation July 15, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Torah on Tap with Kesher Israel Congregation Join Kesher Israel, and Moishe Houses Columbia Heights, Arlington, Georgetown, and Bethesda this month for a Happy Hour at the Admiral! This is a great way to meet other Jewish YPs in the DMV area. Your first drink is on us.
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Sunset Shmoozing: A Jewish Dating Social with Luv with Lev July 15, 2025 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Sunset Shmoozing: A Jewish Dating Social with Luv with Lev Ready to skip the awkward vibes and actually enjoy meeting other Jewish daters? Luv with Lev and Lisa Ratner Matchmaking are teaming up to host an evening of sips, shmoozing, and the chance to connect with someone new - maybe even someone special. Come early to grab a drink (on us!) and settle in before we kick things off with a fun activity at 7:30 to help you mix, mingle, and hopefully spark a connection. Tickets required for entry. Suggested age range 25-34. Cost Range: 25 - 35 $30
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 18th Annual Lox Meets Bagel: Speed Dating with NOVA Tribe (Ages 30-45) July 15, 2025 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 18th Annual Lox Meets Bagel: Speed Dating with NOVA Tribe (Ages 30-45) The 18th Annual Lox Meets Bagel , the largest Jewish singles dating event in the DC area presented by NOVA Tribe Series, is back this summer for some mini bagel bite dates at this smaller curated event followed by a big party platter event for you at the end of the summer for all ages! Sign up for one event or both with a discounted ticket. Avoid the the awkard approach in a big room of singles and get connected to someone right for you! *Not in age range for this curated event? Email novatribesseries@gmail.com and we will add you to our list of invites for our next events for 22-32 and 45+ This event will be for Jewish folks ages 30-45* and includes: *A smaller version of our large speed dating event with the opportunity to go on 10 mini dates and chance to mingle with everyone in the room during a tailored activity *50 people max with equal gender tickets sold *Curated first speed date with a personalized match just for you! *A welcome drink (beeer ,wine, seltzer, or non alcoholic) $33
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Pizza, Parsha, and Prep with Moishe House Columbia Heights July 17, 2025 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Pizza, Parsha, and Prep with Moishe House Columbia Heights Join us for Parsha, Pizza, and Prep at Moishe House Columbia Heights, where we'll dive into the weekly Torah portion over pizza and great conversation. We'll also roll up our sleeves to help prep for Shabbat and bring the warmth of community into the weekend.
8:00 pm - 10:30 pm Sweden on the Roof: Screening of The Bridgeplayers with Embassy of Sweden July 17, 2025 @ 8:00 pm - 10:30 pm Sweden on the Roof: Screening of The Bridgeplayers with Embassy of Sweden The Embassy of Sweden is excited to offer a selection of Swedish rooftop film screenings this summer that celebrate the rich cultural heritage and cinematic excellence of Sweden. Our next screening presents The Bridgeplayers (2025), a film about four women who survived Auschwitz as teenagers. Filmmakers Alberto Herskovits and Bengt Bok document four bridge-playing women and Auschwitz survivors as they witness a dramatically changing world in this unconventional film about the Holocaust. Despite their traumas and haunting memories, the four women have lived to nearly one hundred and are now among the few remaining to bear witness to the Holocaust. They live in Stockholm, have been friends for decades, and share a deep passion for playing bridge. Life proceeds as usual, but suddenly everything changes with the Hamas terror attack and the situation in Gaza. A unique film about the Holocaust and the art of survival. The film will be screened on the rooftop (weather permitting) of $5
6:45 pm - 9:15 pm Egalitarian Services and Potluck with Tikkun Leil Shabbat July 18, 2025 @ 6:45 pm - 9:15 pm Egalitarian Services and Potluck with Tikkun Leil Shabbat TLS meets monthly for Friday night services and potluck dinner. Please join us this week to welcome Shabbat, to recharge and find warmth and comfort in community. If you have any questions, please contact the organizers at tikkunleilshabbat@yahoo.com. Services: 6:45 PM Potluck: 8:00 PM - approximately Place: The Festival Center 1640 Columbia Rd NW Washington, DC 20009 We will meet in an indoor space at the Festival Center in Columbia Heights 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. To further mitigate Covid risks, there will be air filtration units and optional outdoor space for the potluck portion. Please get tested prior to attending, or allow for extra time to get tested on site. TLS has a limited number of Covid rapid tests for day-of testing. More Covid protocols below. POTLUCK DINNER: Please bring a vegetarian e
7:30 pm - 9:30 pm Summer Shabbat with Moishe House Columbia Heights July 18, 2025 @ 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm Summer Shabbat with Moishe House Columbia Heights Celebrate the season with Summer Shabbat at Moishe House Columbia Heights, featuring a joyful evening of delicious food, outdoor vibes, and meaningful connection. As the sun sets late, we'll welcome Shabbat with warmth, community, and a taste of summer magic.
7:30 pm - 10:00 pm Birthday(s) Shabbat with Moishe House Arlington July 18, 2025 @ 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm Birthday(s) Shabbat with Moishe House Arlington Shhh DO NOT tell Jacob __ __. It's not a surprise but it will blow him away! Our favorite Maryland-born MoHo resident (and Adam) is getting older _____ and this Shabbat we'll celebrate______! Join us for a Shabbat dinner followed by a birthday celebration________! Come dressed in your best 80s gear and get ready to boogie down 80s style ______________! It's totally optional, but you won't want to miss the fun! ____ Free
10:30 am - 12:00 pm Far Mar Scavenger Hunt with Moishe House Arlington July 19, 2025 @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Far Mar Scavenger Hunt with Moishe House Arlington This Saturday morning we are exploring the Courthouse Farmers Market __ ____! We'll split up and compete in teams to win__ your choice of a Farmers Market snack____! Be prepared for some good finds and good foods__! Free
11:00 am - 12:00 pm Kiddush and Bagels with Rabbi Tuling with Temple Micah July 19, 2025 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Kiddush and Bagels with Rabbi Tuling with Temple Micah Join us in welcoming Rabbi Tuling to Temple Micah! Please RSVP if you are planning to join us for kiddush after the service to help gauge how many people will participate. All are welcome. Please note: this form will close on Friday, July 18 at 1 p.m.
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm YP Kiddush with Adas Israel Congregation July 19, 2025 @ 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm YP Kiddush with Adas Israel Congregation 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 companyÉand maybe a game or two as well!
12:00 pm - 4:00 pm Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED Class with the EDCJCC July 19, 2025 @ 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED Class with the EDCJCC The Red Cross Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED blended learning course equips participants to recognize and care for a variety of first aid breathing and cardiac emergencies involving adults and children. It is designed for those who need a certification that satisfies OSHA workplace or other regulatory requirements. Upon successful completion, a valid 2 year digital certificate from the Red Cross for Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED is issued. This class is open to teens and adults ages 15+. It is taught in a blended learning format and the online portion must be completed prior to attending the instructor-led skills session. You will receive access to the online portion of the course upon registration. The in-person course will be taught by Christina Spann, EDCJCC Aquatics Manager. If you have any questions, please reach out to Christina at cspann@edcjcc.org.
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Havdalah and Community Potluck with Kol Ami July 19, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Havdalah and Community Potluck with Kol Ami Celebrate the closing of Shabbat with a brief Havdalah service followed by a potluck dinner. We invite participants to contribute by signing up for a potluck category (e.g., sides, desserts, or beverages.) Please RSVP to let us know how many will be attending and what potluck item you plan to bring. Let's come together to make this evening special for everyone! Free
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Jewish / Israeli Drunk History with Moishe House Bethesda July 19, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Jewish / Israeli Drunk History with Moishe House Bethesda Get ready for Jewish & Israeli Drunk History! Just like the classic Comedy Central show, you'll come with a prepped story from Jewish or Israeli history–any era, any topic, as long as it's true (or mostly true). Then we'll pour the drinks, pass the mic, and let the hilarity unfold as we drunkenly recount the epic highs and ridiculous lows of our shared past. Think Purim meets improv with a historical twist. Costumes, props, and dramatic flair are encouraged. Come thirsty, come funny, and come ready to make (or slur) some history.
1:30 pm - 3:00 pm Ukraine Genealogy Research in 2025 with Jewish Genealogy Society July 20, 2025 @ 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm Ukraine Genealogy Research in 2025 with Jewish Genealogy Society Opportunities for finding ancestral information in Ukraine records are increasing, even as war continues in Ukraine. The Ukraine Research Division of JewishGen expects to double its transcription rate and the resulting output for researchers, beginning in the second half of 2025. Phyllis Berenson, Director of the Ukraine Research Division will discuss the newly available records, how to access them, and research tips. This one-hour program, conducted over Zoom at 1:30 PM Eastern Time, is free for members. This is one of the many activities that is a benefit of JGSGW membership. Instructions for joining the online meeting will be placed under Meeting Info & Links in the Members Only Files. (These files become visible on this website after members sign in.) Nonmembers may register to attend for a fee of $5. Speaker: Phyllis Berenson serves as Director of the JewishGen Ukraine Research Division, which has added 4 million records to the JewishGen database in the last 2.5 years. S $5
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm “Airline Deregulation and your Ticket on El Al” Discussion with Kesher Israel July 20, 2025 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm “Airline Deregulation and your Ticket on El Al” Discussion with Kesher Israel Please join Kesher member, Mark Kahan for a discussion on "Airline Deregulation and your Ticket on El-Al". Mark is a Senior Counsel with HCH Legal, specializing in Aviation Regulatory and Transactional Law. Mark has four decades of experience in the commercial aviation industry, beginning with the original deregulation of the industry at the Civil Aeronautics Board that created the dynamic competitive market that continues today. Mark has a unique blend of regulatory, policy and business talent that is valued by clients. Mark's talk will be followed by drinks and dessert in the sanctuary.
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Potluck in the Park with Moishe House Arlington July 21, 2025 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Potluck in the Park with Moishe House Arlington Another day at the park! Play frisbee __,football __, basketball__, or just hang out and eat. Bring some food (and maybe bug spray __) as we share some plates and have an epic picnic dinner __. Stick around as we clean up the park after as well! Free
7:00 pm - 9:30 pm Board Game Night with Moishe House Adams Morgan July 21, 2025 @ 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm Board Game Night with Moishe House Adams Morgan Board Game Night! We'll have social games, strategy games, word games, puzzles, cards, and plenty of competitive (or cooperative!) spirit to go around. Feel free to bring a game or two of your own to try out! Whether you are a first time board gamer or tactical master, we'll have options for any vibe you are looking for.
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Adult Group Swim with the EDCJCC July 22, 2025 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Adult Group Swim with the EDCJCC Join the EDCJCC for a summer session of Adult Group Swim! These beginner classes will introduce basic aquatics skills and teach the skills and concepts needed to stay safe around water. Classes will be held in the shallow end of the pool, and each class is capped at 5 participants. Classes will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays, July 22-August 7. Beginner 1 (7:30-8:00 PM): No prior experience needed! Goals include managing breath control; mastering floating or sculling; and swimming 3x body length in distance on both front and back. Beginner 2 (7:00-7:30 PM): Must have taken Beginner 1 already. Goals include rotary breathing; treading water for 15+ seconds; and swimming the length of the pool in both backstroke and freestyle. If you have any questions, please reach out to Aquatics Manager Christina Spann at aquatics@edcjcc.org.
7:00 pm - 7:30 pm Jewish Matchmaking Virtual Info Session with Luv with Lev July 23, 2025 @ 7:00 pm - 7:30 pm Jewish Matchmaking Virtual Info Session with Luv with Lev Join a free 30-minute virtual info session to learn about this community initiative to support Jewish dating. What to Expect: An overview of our services and philosophy Details on how to join and what to anticipate A Q&A segment to address your questions No registration required.
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm From Seinfeld To Sandler: Jewish Pop Culture Trivia Night with NoVA Tribe Series July 23, 2025 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm From Seinfeld To Sandler: Jewish Pop Culture Trivia Night with NoVA Tribe Series Trivia Night is back with NOVA Tribe Series! It's the start of schvitzing season - cool down indoors at our themed trivia night where will we challenge your knowledge of all things Jew-ish pop culture, from sitcoms to musicians' top hit songs. This is one of our most popular events of the summer! Trivia teams are 4-6 people. Don't have a trivia team? We will help you form one - write in "need a team" when you register and we will match you with others around your age, neighborhood, and other singles, couples, or friends. __ Date: Wednesday, July 23 _ Time: 6:30 PM doors, 7:15 PM trivia Happy Hour ends at 6:30 PM, so feel free to arrive early! Ages: 21-49 __ Location: Crystal City* -Exact venue location sent to those that are registered and vetted Limited space so get your ticket today! Gift card prizes and more are up for the top two winning teams. This event is for those 21-49. $17
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm CJM After Sunset: After Hours Pride Party with Capital Jewish Museum July 24, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm CJM After Sunset: After Hours Pride Party with Capital Jewish Museum Celebrate WorldPride DC 2025 at the Capital Jewish Museum after hours with the launch of our new special exhibition, LGBTJews in the Federal City. Discover stories of LGBTQ+ Jewish Washington with curator spotlight talks, enjoy drag performances, sip on a lavender gin and tonic, show your pride by making your own button, and get bedazzled with SparkleLynn Designs. Plus, a cash bar and food for purchase from Catalyst Hot Dogs Food Truck (vegetarian and vegan options available). Ticket includes admission to all exhibitions. Must be 21 or older to attend and present a valid ID at the door. Presented in partnership with the Den Collective, GatherDC, GLOE, The Kurlander Program for GLBTQ Outreach & Engagement, and Washington Hebrew Congregation LGTBQ+ Affinity Group. Cost Range: 10 - 25 $10
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Echoes of Identity: French Opera and Jewish Life with Pozez JCC of Northern VA July 24, 2025 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Echoes of Identity: French Opera and Jewish Life with Pozez JCC of Northern VA In Collaboration with Canto Vocal Programs Featuring Maurice Lugassy, professor of French culture and Canto Vocal artists What can opera tell us about identity, exile, and belonging? Join Maurice Lugassy for a thought-provoking musical lecture that explores how Jewish stories, composers, and themes found a place on the grand stage of French opera. From the powerful drama of HalŽvy's La Juive, an opera of love, faith, and persecution, to subtle threads of Jewish identity woven into the works of Bizet, Saint-Sa‘ns, and others, this journey uncovers how opera became a space to express both cultural pride and profound struggle. Blending history, storytelling, and live musical excerpts, this lecture reveals how Jewish life shaped, and was shaped by, the world of French opera. Whether through bold characters, coded messages, or the complex lives of composers, Jewish voices echoed through the opera houses of France – sometimes in harmony, sometimes in conflict. The presentation $20
7:00 pm - 9:30 pm Friday Night Services + Dinner with Rabbi Aaron with Sixth & I July 25, 2025 @ 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm Friday Night Services + Dinner with Rabbi Aaron with Sixth & I 6:00 pm - Happy Hour* 7:00 pm - Service 8:15 pm - Dinner This service is: Inclusive and contemporary with familiar Shabbat elements It's led by: Rabbi Aaron with Sixth & I's musicians You can expect: Uplifting music and a thought-provoking sermon It's a good fit for: Shabbat newcomers or those looking for an unexpected way to wind down Cost Range: 0 - 45 $23
7:30 pm - 10:00 pm Sadie’s Birthright Shabbat with Moishe House Bethesda July 25, 2025 @ 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm Sadie’s Birthright Shabbat with Moishe House Bethesda Join us for a special Shabbat as we send off Sadie–Birthright style! After an amazing year at Moishe House, Sadie is heading off to her next adventure (okay, it's just Pittsburgh, but let's pretend it's Tel Aviv). We're throwing a Birthright-themed Shabbat to celebrate her, complete with nostalgia, laughs, and maybe a few inside jokes about group buses and desert hikes. Bring your own Birthright memories to share, and if you'd like to give a short farewell speech in Sadie's honor, you'll have your moment. Expect good food, warm vibes, and lots of love. Let's give Sadie a sendoff she'll never forget!
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Board Game Night with Moishe House Columbia Heights July 26, 2025 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Board Game Night with Moishe House Columbia Heights Unplug and unwind with us at our Shabbos board game afternoon–a screen-free afternoon filled with classic games, friendly competition, and good company. It's the perfect way to disconnect digitally and reconnect in community.
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm “Elie Wiesel: Soul on Fire” Screening with JxJ July 26, 2025 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm “Elie Wiesel: Soul on Fire” Screening with JxJ After its World Premiere at the Tribeca Film Festival, 65 film festivals, 50 cinemas, 8 awards, a New York Times Critic's Pick and sell-out screenings in New York, Los Angeles, Santa Fe, and the Bay Area, SABBATH QUEEN, directed by Sandi Dubowski, has the following screenings and Q&A's in Washington D.C.: June 8, 6:00PM screening - Q&A with director Sandi DuBowski, Rabbi Amichai Lau-Lavie and Ilyse Hogue, Fellow at New America overseeing the Gender, Extremism, & Engagement Project. Former President & CEO of NARAL Pro-Choice America (now Reproductive Freedom for All). June 9, 7:30PM screening - Q&A with director Sandi DuBowski, Rabbi Amichai Lau-Lavie and Ari Shapiro, host of NPR's All Things Considered June 10, 7:30PM screening - Q&A with director Sandi DuBowski, Rabbi Amichai Lau-Lavie and Rabbi Aaron Potek, Senior Rabbi and Executive Director of Jewish Life at Sixth & I. Sabbath Queen, a feature documentary filmed over 21 years, follows Rabbi Amichai Lau-Lavie's epic jou $16
11:30 am - 12:00 pm We Want Your Stuff: Help Tell Your Story with Capital Jewish Museum July 27, 2025 @ 11:30 am - 12:00 pm We Want Your Stuff: Help Tell Your Story with Capital Jewish Museum Did you know the Capital Jewish Museum is always collecting artifacts, photographs, and documents related to the Jewish experience in the DMV? We want your stuff! Join Director of Curatorial Affairs, Sarah Leavitt, at 11:30 am to learn about CJM's archives, what types of artifacts we collect, and best practices for preserving items at home. Register for this talk by clicking "register now" to your right. Then, make an appointment to sit with Collections Curator, Jonathan Edelman, to share photographs of your artifacts and learn if they would be a good fit for the Museum's collection. Appointments must be made in advance. Click here to schedule your appointment on Jonathan's calendar. Before scheduling, please review our collections page detailing what we are and are not able to collect. Free
9:00 pm - 9:30 pm Jewish Matchmaking Virtual Info Session with Luv with Lev July 27, 2025 @ 9:00 pm - 9:30 pm Jewish Matchmaking Virtual Info Session with Luv with Lev Join a free 30-minute virtual info session to learn about this community initiative to support Jewish dating. What to Expect: An overview of our services and philosophy Details on how to join and what to anticipate A Q&A segment to address your questions No registration required.
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm First Session of Tai Chi with the Bender JCC July 28, 2025 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm First Session of Tai Chi with the Bender JCC Tai Chi is a mentally challenging self-defense art that derives its power from the cultivation of internal strength, rather than muscle power. In this Òfreshman level' beginners class, students learn the solo form. Skip Dates: 9/1 and 9/22 $180
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Paint N Sip Mezuzah Covers with Moishe House Bethesda July 28, 2025 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Paint N Sip Mezuzah Covers with Moishe House Bethesda Join us for a fun and creative evening at our Mezuzah Cover Paint & Sip! We'll provide all the supplies you need to design your own unique mezuzah cover–no experience necessary. Sip on wine, relax with friends, and let your artistic side shine. At the end of the night, you'll have a one-of-a-kind mezuzah cover to take home and use. It's a perfect blend of tradition, creativity, and community. Come for the art, stay for the vibes!
7:00 pm - 9:30 pm Movie Night with Moishe House Adams Morgan July 29, 2025 @ 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm Movie Night with Moishe House Adams Morgan Come watch Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping. We will have snacks (dairy, vegan, and kosher options), a comfy couch, and friends. After the film, we will discuss what makes Jewish comedy Jewish. Note, this event will take place in Jonah and Juliet's apartment, which has two very friendly cats.
7:00 pm - 10:00 pm Shrek at the Swamp (aka the Wharf) with Moishe House Arlington July 31, 2025 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm Shrek at the Swamp (aka the Wharf) with Moishe House Arlington Get out of my swamp and go to the Wharf. Join us on the water __ for an outdoor viewing of Shrek________! Meet us at Transit Pier or Lord Farquaad will be pissed. Free
9:00 am - 11:30 am Food & Friends: WHC in the DMV with Washington Hebrew Congregation August 1, 2025 @ 9:00 am - 11:30 am Food & Friends: WHC in the DMV with Washington Hebrew Congregation Food & Friends is the only community-based organization in the D.C. region providing home-delivered medically tailored meals, medically tailored groceries and medical nutrition therapy to our neighbors living with cancer, HIV/AIDS, and other serious illnesses. Join WHC members on the first Friday of each month as we prepare food for Food & Friend's clients. Volunteer slots are limited to 10 per month.
6:30 pm - 9:00 pm August Metro Minyan with 2239 and Washington Hebrew Congregation August 1, 2025 @ 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm August Metro Minyan with 2239 and Washington Hebrew Congregation Join your fellow D.C. young professionals as we welcome the start of Shabbat. At 6:30, we'll begin with a little bit of learning + hot appetizers and drinks followed by beautiful Kabbalat Shabbat services. Then we'll have a delicious dinner as we catch up with friends -- new and old. If this is your first time to Metro Minyan or WHC, welcome!! Don't hesitate to join in or reach out in advance so we can spot you. Can't wait to see you there! The first thirty people to register will receive w $10 Uber voucher for travel to WHC. Please keep in mind this event is intended for people between the ages of 22 and 39. $21
7:30 pm - 9:00 pm Second Shabbat Potluck Dinner with Moishe House Adams Morgan August 1, 2025 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm Second Shabbat Potluck Dinner with Moishe House Adams Morgan Join us for our seconnd Shabbat potluck - bring food, friends, and maybe some ice because August is hot y'all. The meal will be kosher dairy. Please make sure anything you bring has a hechshur or is prepared in a kosher kitchen (and if you can't, feel free to bring unprocessed fruit!). Free
9:30 am - 11:30 am Shabbat Services with Congregation Olam Tikvah August 2, 2025 @ 9:30 am - 11:30 am Shabbat Services with Congregation Olam Tikvah Shabbat mornings offer a wealth of worship and learning opportunities for all ages. We hold one congregational service, beginning at 9:30am. Men and women of all ages - from age 13 through grandparents - lead portions of the service, receive aliyot, and read Torah. It's not unusual for younger children, below b'nei mitzvah age, to lead the chanting of specific prayers. Youth childcare and services begin in our youth wing at 10:00am for ages 18 months-6th grade. The congregation always enjoys lunch together following the service. Free
June 29, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm National Museum of African American History and Culture Visit with WHC
June 29, 2025 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Ga’avah Learning and Reflection Space with Adas Israel Congregation
June 30, 2025 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Drumming Workshop and Jam Session with Magen David Sephardic Congregation
July 2, 2025 @ 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm Kolot HaDorot: Celebrating 50 Years of Women in the Cantorate with WHC
July 2, 2025 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Kolot Hadorot: Concert Celebrating 50 Years of Women in the Cantorate with WHC
July 9, 2025 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Pink Triangle Legacies: History and LGBTQ+ Rights with the Haberman Institute
July 12, 2025 @ 1:15 pm - 2:15 pm Shalem: Anti-Semitism – What Can Be Done? with Tifereth Israel Congregation
July 15, 2025 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 18th Annual Lox Meets Bagel: Speed Dating with NOVA Tribe (Ages 30-45)
July 17, 2025 @ 8:00 pm - 10:30 pm Sweden on the Roof: Screening of The Bridgeplayers with Embassy of Sweden
July 20, 2025 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm “Airline Deregulation and your Ticket on El Al” Discussion with Kesher Israel
July 23, 2025 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm From Seinfeld To Sandler: Jewish Pop Culture Trivia Night with NoVA Tribe Series
July 24, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm CJM After Sunset: After Hours Pride Party with Capital Jewish Museum
July 24, 2025 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Echoes of Identity: French Opera and Jewish Life with Pozez JCC of Northern VA
July 27, 2025 @ 11:30 am - 12:00 pm We Want Your Stuff: Help Tell Your Story with Capital Jewish Museum
August 1, 2025 @ 9:00 am - 11:30 am Food & Friends: WHC in the DMV with Washington Hebrew Congregation