7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Entering the Narrow Space with Am Kolel September 4, 2025 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Entering the Narrow Space with Am Kolel Entering the Narrow Space (Sept 4, 7pm, in person): Who is the God of the High Holidays? Who have I been and who do I want to be? --- Elul - the Hebrew month before Rosh HaShanah - is a time for spiritual preparation. We are meant to begin taking an account of our souls, thinking about the moments we missed the mark, and how we can do better in the coming year. This year, we are offering space to start doing this work together. We will discuss themes of the High Holidays, explore the theological implications of the prayers, and start our own reflections. It will all culminate on Selichot, when we will take a look at the confessional prayers as a community. We hope you will join us. --- Am Kolel is a welcoming and diverse Jewish Renewal community located in Montgomery County, Maryland and serving the Greater Washington, D.C. metro area. Am Kolel is devoted to the revitalization of the Jewish heritage and the Jewish community, seeking to discover and rediscover a Judaism that is spir
10:00 am - 11:00 am Intro to Jewish Learning & Conversion Class with Kol Ami September 7, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Intro to Jewish Learning & Conversion Class with Kol Ami Curious about Jewish traditions, culture, or deepening your understanding? Join us for our Intro to Jewish Learning & Conversion class, where we explore key Jewish concepts, engage in meaningful discussions, and build connections with others in a supportive, open environment. Whether you're new to Judaism or looking to revisit foundational topics, this class is designed for all levels. All are welcome – no prior experience necessary! Start your journey with us today. For more details and to register, visit www.kolamivirginia.org/learn.
10:00 am - 12:00 pm HiHo Hike + Learn: Adventures in Nature with the Den Collective September 7, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm HiHo Hike + Learn: Adventures in Nature with the Den Collective Jewish mystics retreated into nature as a way to experience a more profound sense of intention and attention to their lives. We'll be guided on our hikes by our very own Òhike captains' (nature lovin' folks from the Den), followed by learning and discussion to get us warmed up for the High Holy Day season. Meeting location will be shared with registrants; hikes will be centrally located and transit-accessible. No experience necessary. All are welcome! BYO snack + water bottle.
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Workshop on Grief, Mourning, and Healing with the New Synagogue Project September 9, 2025 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Workshop on Grief, Mourning, and Healing with the New Synagogue Project Step into the High Holidays with intention. The Jewish month of Elul invites us to slow down and turn inward. This allows us to gently open ourselves to an emotion we often avoid: grief. We are given the spiritual space to sit with grief to experience healthy mourning and comfort. ___ September 9 Workshop One will dive into resources to explore the sacred tasks of caring for mourners and end-of-life journeys. The workshop focuses on practical information while giving opportunities to share experiences and feelings of grief in a supportive and safe environment. __ September 16 Workshop Two will utilize the healing and creative process of Huichol yarn art, accessible to all skill levels, to process grief in a nonverbal way. There will also be small group conversations on mourning and healing as people work on their art. Childcare and a light dinner are provided with prior registration. Attend one or both sessions–each stands on its own while building on shared themes.
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Workshop on Grief, Mourning, and Healing with the New Synagogue Project September 16, 2025 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Workshop on Grief, Mourning, and Healing with the New Synagogue Project Step into the High Holidays with intention. The Jewish month of Elul invites us to slow down and turn inward. This allows us to gently open ourselves to an emotion we often avoid: grief. We are given the spiritual space to sit with grief to experience healthy mourning and comfort. ___ September 9 Workshop One will dive into resources to explore the sacred tasks of caring for mourners and end-of-life journeys. The workshop focuses on practical information while giving opportunities to share experiences and feelings of grief in a supportive and safe environment. __ September 16 Workshop Two will utilize the healing and creative process of Huichol yarn art, accessible to all skill levels, to process grief in a nonverbal way. There will also be small group conversations on mourning and healing as people work on their art. Childcare and a light dinner are provided with prior registration. Attend one or both sessions–each stands on its own while building on shared themes.
8:00 pm - 9:30 pm Selichot with Am Kolel September 20, 2025 @ 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm Selichot with Am Kolel Deep dive into vidui (the confessional prayer), personal reflections -- Elul - the Hebrew month before Rosh HaShanah - is a time for spiritual preparation. We are meant to begin taking an account of our souls, thinking about the moments we missed the mark, and how we can do better in the coming year. This year, we are offering space to start doing this work together. We will discuss themes of the High Holidays, explore the theological implications of the prayers, and start our own reflections. It will all culminate on Selichot, when we will take a look at the confessional prayers as a community. We hope you will join us. -- Am Kolel is a welcoming and diverse Jewish Renewal community located in Montgomery County, Maryland and serving the Greater Washington, D.C. metro area. Am Kolel is devoted to the revitalization of the Jewish heritage and the Jewish community, seeking to discover and rediscover a Judaism that is spiritually and socially meaningful.
10:00 am - 12:00 pm HiHo Hike + Learn: Adventures in Nature with the Den Collective September 21, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm HiHo Hike + Learn: Adventures in Nature with the Den Collective Jewish mystics retreated into nature as a way to experience a more profound sense of intention and attention to their lives. We'll be guided on our hikes by our very own Òhike captains' (nature lovin' folks from the Den), followed by learning and discussion to get us warmed up for the High Holy Day season. Meeting location will be shared with registrants; hikes will be centrally located and transit-accessible. No experience necessary. All are welcome! BYO snack + water bottle.
September 7, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm HiHo Hike + Learn: Adventures in Nature with the Den Collective
September 9, 2025 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Workshop on Grief, Mourning, and Healing with the New Synagogue Project
September 16, 2025 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Workshop on Grief, Mourning, and Healing with the New Synagogue Project
September 21, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm HiHo Hike + Learn: Adventures in Nature with the Den Collective
