17th Annual National Rainbow Seder with GLOE April 6, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Rayburn Congressional Building 45 Independence Ave SW, Washington, DC, United States Join GLOE for this annual event to celebrate Passover through an LGBTQ lens, as we explore the theme of Holding Space in Narrow Times. We'll enjoy a special Passover meal as we read our own Haggadah and perform its festive rituals with the Jewish LGBTQ community and our friends. Cost Range: 65 - 1800 $65
Open Studio at JSP Bay Area! April 8, 2025 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Jewish Studio Project 940 Dwight Way, Berkeley, CA, United States Drop by the Berkeley Studio to explore Jewish texts, dive into different materials, meet friends, drink tea and learn more... $22
The Jewish Studio Process: Passover Edition April 9, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Jewish Studio Project 940 Dwight Way, Berkeley, CA, United States Join us for The Jewish Studio Process, an immersive gathering where creative process offers new paths of discovery, expression, and... $22
“A Promised Land” Book Talk with Ntl Museum of American Jewish Military History April 10, 2025 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm St. Stephen and the Incarnation Episcopal Church 1525 Newton St NW Washington, DC 20010 , United States Adam Jortner discusses his book A Promised Land, a new history that centers Judaism at the dawn of the United States. Jews played a critical role both in winning the American Revolution--fighting for the Patriot cause from Bunker Hill to Yorktown--and in defining the republic that was created from it. As the most visible non-Christian religion, Judaism was central to the debate over religious freedom in America at a critical juncture. During the war every city with a synagogue fell to the British-with the exception of Philadelphia, birthplace to the Declaration of Independence and a core of resistance. Jewish patriots throughout the colonies flocked to the city, where they re-founded the local synagogue as a distinctively American organization. After the war, Jews began to press for full citizenship in the hope that liberty would apply to everyone, and that the limits to freedom imposed on Jews in the Old World would be removed in the New World
Passover with OneTable April 12, 2025 @ 12:00 am - April 13, 2025 @ 11:59 pm NA 406 8th St SE, Washington, DC, United States This Passover, OneTable would love to support our community to set the table, raise your glass, and tell your story....
Or Shalom Community Pesach Seder April 13, 2025 @ 4:30 pm - 8:00 pm Unitarian Universalist Center 1187 Franklin St, San Francisco, California, United States Join Or Shalom for our Second Night Community Seder, a warm and welcoming celebration of freedom, tradition, and connection. We...
Temple Sinai Community 2nd Night Seder April 13, 2025 @ 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm Temple Sinai 3100 Military Rd NW, Washington, United States Join us for a beautiful, Community Passover Seder led by Rabbi Julie Bressler and Cantor Star Trompeter. This Seder will... $60
Jewish Breathwork Circle April 15, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm 3049 Adeline Street 3049 Adeline Street, Berkeley, CA, United States Join us for a breathwork experience rooted in Jewish wisdom and tradition, offering a space to explore expanded states of... $112
Matzah Pizza Party with Moishe House Georgetown April 15, 2025 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm TO BE Announced upon registration , United States Come celebrate passover over food and company as we eat/make Matzah pizza.
Sacred Music Sessions – Songs of Freedom April 17, 2025 @ 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm Chochmat HaLev 2215 Prince Street, Berkeley, CA, United States Join us for songs of freedom at our weekly Sacred Music Session. Instruments welcome. Chords and lyrics projected.Organization: Sacred Music...
History of Jewish Washington Walking Tour with Greener Travel April 20, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm A central location will be shared with registrants once we see where registrants are traveling from. , United States Join Off the Mall on a walking tour about notable Jewish contributions to DC history, as we close out Passover. This tour goes through the Judiciary Square and Gallery Place neighborhoods highlighting the stories of Jewish-American Washingtonians who made their mark. Learn the answers to such questions as, who was the first US president to visit a DC synagogue while in office, and why he donated $10? Why did the first synagogue built in DC have wheels? Which historic synagogue was saved at the last minute from turning into a nightclub? And who were the first Jews to live in this new city on the Potomac? This 2 hour tour begins in front of Hillel International at 800 8th Street NW and ends in front of the Capital Jewish Museum. Contact Ami Greener at ami.greener@gmail.com if you are interested in entering the museum after the tour so that he can make an accurate reservation. $30
History of Jewish Washington Walking Tour for Passover with Off the Mall Tours April 20, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Starting point is in front of Hillel International 800 8th Street NW, Washington, DC, United States In honor of Passover, join Off the Mall Tours guide Ami Greener on a walking tour about notable Jewish contributions... $30
Mimouna with Magen David Sephardic Congregation April 20, 2025 @ 9:00 pm - 11:30 pm Edlavitch DCJCC 1529 Sixteenth Street, NW, Washington, DC , United States Get ready for Mimouna on the last night of Passover! If you've never been to a Mimouna party before, this is your chance - with hundreds of handmade Moroccan treats, attendees decked out in their finest kaftans and djellabas, and a celebratory vibe, we are gearing up to send off Passover, Moroccan-style! Sign up before space runs out! Cost Range: 20 - 25 $25
Open Studio at JSP Bay Area! April 22, 2025 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Jewish Studio Project 940 Dwight Way, Berkeley, CA, United States Drop by the Berkeley Studio to explore Jewish texts, dive into different materials, meet friends, drink tea and learn more... $22
Yom Hashoah: Holocaust Remembrance Day April 23, 2025 @ 10:30 am - 8:00 pm Jewish Community Center of San Francisco 3200 California Street, San Francisco, CA, United States Come together to learn, honor and remember at San Francisco’s community-wide morning concert and evening Holocaust commemoration presented by the...
GURSHA: An Evening with Beejhy Barhany with Bold Fork Books April 24, 2025 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Mt Pleasant address shared upon RSVP! , United States Join Bold Fork Books and Beejhy Barhany for a can't-miss event focused on her debut cookbook, GURSHA: Timeless Recipes for Modern Kitchens, from Ethiopia, Israel, Harlem, and Beyond: A Cookbook. ABOUT THE COOKBOOK A joyous celebration of Ethiopian Jewish cuisine: more than one hundred accessible and healthy recipes, stories, and traditions from the intersection of the African and Jewish diasporas. In Gursha, which loosely translates to Òthe act of feeding one another,' the acclaimed chef and restaurateur Beejhy Barhany shares the food of the Beta Israel, Ethiopian Jews. She explores the rich culinary history of her native Ethiopia while showcasing the resilience and generosity of her Beta Israel family. Born in Ethiopia, Barhany fled to Sudan with her family when she was just four, en route to Israel. Eventually, she made her way to Harlem, where she became the chef and owner of the celebrated Tsion CafŽ. In Gursha, she tells her story through food, bringing together more than $7
Twist of Tradition: Hands-on Challah April 25, 2025 @ 2:30 pm - 5:30 pm Jewish Community Center of San Francisco 3200 California Street, San Francisco, CA, United States Braid your own challah to take home and bake, filling your kitchen with the comforting aroma of tradition and joy....
Community Garden Groundbreaking with Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia April 27, 2025 @ 11:30 am - 1:00 pm Join us in cultivating community and compassion! We're thrilled to announce the groundbreaking of our new community garden, a collaborative effort with our neighbors at Bethlehem Lutheran Church. Together, we'll lay the foundation for a flourishing space, installing a fence, garden boxes, and storage, and establishing pathways to the garden - all while enriching our soil with mulch and hope. Roll up your sleeves and make a difference! Whether you're a seasoned gardener or new to the soil, there's a place for you. Come dressed ready to work outdoors, and let's create something beautiful together. Our harvest will nourish local veterans. We're proud to partner with Cook for VETS, a vital nonprofit providing free meals to those who served. Founder LJ Raspler will join us at the groundbreaking, sharing her inspiring vision and helping us kickstart this meaningful endeavor. This is just the beginning! We'll be planting on May 18th, and hope you'll join us again as we watch our gard Free
DC’s 11th Official Mimouna Festival at the Smithsonian with SHIN DC April 27, 2025 @ 12:30 pm - 4:30 pm Washington Hebrew Congregation 3935 Macomb St NW Washington, DC 20016 , United States You are Cordially Invited to Our 11th Annual DC's Official Mimouna Festival of Good Neighbors with SHIN DC at the Smithsonian When: Sunday, April 27, 12:30-4:30 PM (EST) Where: Smithsonian National Museum of African Art Featuring Singer NETA ELKAYAM & Mimouna Ensemble including Moshe Elmakias, Chakib Hilali, Almog Sharvit, Abderrahim Amtheqal, Maya Cohen, and Mohcine Saqi LIVE MUSIC FINE ART LEARN POPULAR/CHAABI MOROCCAN DANCE TRADITIONAL KOSHER MOROCCAN SWEETS COOKING DEMOS SOUK/SHOUK In Person and Live Stream _______________________ RSVP Required (free): shindc.org/mimouna2025 _______________________ Questions? Email info at shindc dot org _______________________ SHIN DC: https://shindc.org/ Keep up w/ SHIN DC on Facebook: http://facebook.com/Sephardic.Heritage.IN.DC Follow SHIN DC on Instagram/Twitter (X)
A Night of Jewish Music April 27, 2025 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Sherith Israel 2266 California Street, San Francisco, CA, United States San Francisco Hillel and the Jewish Music Collective at the SF Conservatory of Music present, A Night of Jewish Music,...
Nefesh Mountain in Concert with Congregation Adat Reyim April 27, 2025 @ 6:45 pm - 9:00 pm RSVP for Bethesda address! , United States Join us on Sunday, April 27 for an evening of music with widely-acclaimed band Nefesh Mountain. With over 16K listeners on Spotify, Nefesh Mountain is known for their unique blend of Jewish spirituality with Bluegrass music. Hors d'oeuvres and libations WILL be served! Since their arrival on the scene in 2015, New York based progressive Americana band Nefesh Mountain has been hailed as one of today's formative boundary-pushing groups in roots music. The band has been called "A master class in string music" by Rolling Stone Magazine, and "arguably some of the best bluegrass ever made" by American Songwriter. They have recorded and shared the stage with Sam Bush, Jerry Douglas, Bryan Sutton, John Doyle, Noam Pikelny (Punch Brothers), Mark Schatz (Nickel Creek), Mike Gordon (Phish) and Tony Trischka among others. Their music continues to forge new paths in a world all their own, combining elements of everything from Americana and Appalachian bluegrass to Celtic Folk and Eastern Europea $18
East Bay Jewish Writing Circle April 28, 2025 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Beit Chabot 5939 Chabot Road, Oakland, California, United States Join fellow community members for a monthly generative writing experience. With an open theme, facilitators will bring to the table... $18
Zochrim: Singing in Their Memory for Yom Ha’Zikaron with Pozez JCC April 29, 2025 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Kranken Courts 514 Rhode Island Ave NE,, Washington, DC, United States Yom Ha'Zikaron, Israel's Memorial Day, is a time of profound reflection. We gather to honor fallen soldiers lost in service to Israel and the victims of terror, sharing in the collective sorrow of those left behind. Let's join together for an evening of remembrance as we listen to five poignant Israeli songs, each carrying a unique story of sacrifice and resilience. Through these melodies, we'll connect with the spirit of Yom Ha'Zikaron and find comfort in the shared experience. Light refreshments will be served.
Yom HaAtzmaut: Laughter and Celebration w/ Comedian Joel Chasnoff with Pozez JCC May 1, 2025 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Give a Hoot Comedy 16143 Shady Grove RD, Gaithersburg, Maryland, United States Celebrate Israel's Independence Day (Yom HaAtzmaut) with a night of side-splitting laughter! The Pozez JCC is thrilled to present Comedy with Chasnoff, featuring the hilarious Israeli comedian and author, Joel Chasnoff, direct from his ÒYachad Tour.' Get ready to laugh! In these chaotic times, we could all use some laughs. Come to the J for an evening of good clean comedy and community. Joel Chasnoff will entertain us with his humorous take on life in Israel and being Jewish in today's world. Stick around after the laughs! Joel will be signing copies of his latest book, ÒIsrael 201,' at a special post-show book sale. Join us for a well-deserved escape from reality. $25
A Taste of Israel 2025 with Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia May 4, 2025 @ 11:30 am Washington Harbor Ice Rink 3050 K St NW, Washington, DC, United States Israel is celebrating 77 years of independence! Join the community for a tasty celebration featuring delicious Israeli cuisine and a variety of fun activities. All ages are invited to participate in this family-friendly event with live performances, engaging crafts, fun Israeli workshops, entertaining games, and much more! Admission is free. Registration is required, and we would appreciate a donation of any size (suggested donation of $15 per family). Kosher food will be available for purchase. Free
Learning + Art-Making: Blessing the Ordinary with the Extraordinary with the Den May 8, 2025 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Magen David Sephardic Congregation 11215 Woodglen Drive Rockville, MD 20852 , United States Judaism offers a wide range of blessings to honor everyday moments in addition to times for daily and holiday prayers–traditionally covering everything from travel and using the bathroom to surviving life-threatening experiences. Contemporary Jewish poets and writers have also crafted liturgies for seemingly mundane occasions, such as going to a party or even watching TV. Join Rabbi Emmanuel to explore the traditions and practices of "everyday" blessings, followed by art inspired by our learning: creative writing, poetry, interpretive translation, drawing, sketching, and more. This session is designed with first-time poets or painters in mind–nobody will be put on the spot! All are welcome and no prior experience necessary. We will gather at a home in Arlington, VA that is Metro accessible. Address will be shared with registrants.
Opening Night of 2025 JxJ DC Jewish Film & Music Festival with JxJ May 8, 2025 @ 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm Hill Havurah 212 East Capitol Street, NE Washington, DC 20003 , United States Runs May 8-18, 2025. A 10-day celebration of Joy, Community, and Resilience through 25+ screenings (features, docs, and shorts) and an incredible lineup of concerts! $16
Color War with Trybal DC May 10, 2025 @ 12:30 pm Sonny's Pizza 3120 Georgia Avenue NW Washington DC , United States Get ready to unleash your inner child and battle it out in DC's Color War - a fun-filled event full of competition. Did you go to camp and NOW miss the thrill of color war as an adult?! Now's your CHANCE to relive your childhood memories and engage in fun activities as an adult. __ Location: Kalorama Park in Adams Morgan __ Time: 12:30 PM - 3:00 PM __ Snacks Provided! Tickets INCREASE ON APRIL 8th to $15 Get ready for an action-packed Color War where teams will compete in thrilling games and brain-teasing challenges! Test your speed, strength, and smarts in a variety of exciting activities, including: _____ Three-Legged Races - Team up and race to victory–coordination is key! __ Tug of War - Grab the rope and pull your team to triumph! __ Egg Toss - Can you and your partner toss an egg without breaking it? Precision is everything! __ Relay Races - Sprint and strategize your way to first place! __ Trivia & Brain Games - Show off your knowledge and quick thinking! __ W $15
An Extraordinary Kind of Funny: Richard Kind Speaks with the Haberman Institute May 12, 2025 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm RSVP for Woodley Park address. , United States Join us for this rare opportunity to spend an evening with one of Hollywood's most beloved stage, screen, and television starsÉ An unforgettable night with Drama Desk Award winner and Tony nominee Richard Kind! Most recently seen in Emmy-winning Only Murders in the Building, Richard's career spans nearly 300 screen credits over four decades - including unforgettable characters on screen and stage, including Curb Your Enthusiasm, Inside Out, Mad About You and A Serious ManÉ to name just a few! With his signature charm, quick wit, and infectious energy, the one-of-a-kind Richard Kind will take us on a fun-filled journey through his life and career, sharing how his Jewish upbringing shaped him as an artist. Along the way, he'll dive into the rich tradition of Jewish comedy that has kept audiences laughing for generations. From personal anecdotes to behind-the-scenes Hollywood moments, Richard will reveal the magic of Jewish humor–its history, its lasting impact, and why it c
East Bay Community Lag BaOmer Bonfire & Jam May 15, 2025 @ 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm Urban Adamah 1151 Sixth St, Berkeley, CA, United States Bring your friends, bring your families, bring your instruments, and bring your voices to join the East Bay community for...
