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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251103T190000
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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-3/
LOCATION:Zoom\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning
ORGANIZER;CN="Melissa Eisen":MAILTO:admin@amkolel.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251105T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251105T200000
DTSTAMP:20260108T133820Z
CREATED:20251013T203248Z
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SUMMARY:A Bookish Night at the Museum with Capital Jewish Museum
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wanted to spend a cozy fall evening reading in a museum? Grab your book and join fellow bibliophiles for a relaxing and enlightening evening of reading and discovery. Explore our exhibitions\, find a quiet nook to read\, hear from book lovers (including our staff) about what they’re currently reading\, and participate in a book swap.\nCost Range: 0 – 0
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/a-bookish-night-at-the-museum-with-capital-jewish-museum/
LOCATION:Reflection location TBA.\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Jodi Ochstein":MAILTO:jodiochstein@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251105T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251105T210000
DTSTAMP:20260108T134307Z
CREATED:20251222T160427Z
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SUMMARY:Registration Deadline for Women's Learning Circle with the Den Collective
DESCRIPTION:Connect in community and learn together with others who identify as women. This circle is open to all women and women-identifying folks who are looking to connect in community and explore relevant Jewish texts\, traditions\, and ideas\, as well as reflect on our own diverse life experiences of Jewishness and female identity.  \nLed by Rabbi Aderet\, our learning will be based on circle members’ questions and interests. This cohort experience provides an opportunity to build deeper connections among members\, as well as craft meaningful Jewish experiences together. No prior experience necessary. \nSign Up Information\nThe Women’s Learning Circle is intended to build meaningful relationships among group members. Space is limited to foster an intimate and connected cohort dynamic. Sign up is on a first come\, first served basis. We will have 5 gatherings\, including 4 monthly sessions and 1 cohort Shabbat Dinner experience. Participants are also encouraged to connect outside of the class settings.  \nPlease contribute $180/person in order to help make this cohort learning experience possible. If this amount is cost prohibitive\, please sign up and contribute what you are comfortable with. Cost is not a barrier for entry. \nWednesdays (7-9pm): Nov. 12\, Dec. 10\, Jan. 7\, Feb. 11\, Shabbat Session Date TBD w/ participants.\nMinimum Suggested Donation Amt: 180 \n \n \nOrganization: The Den Collective \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/registration-deadline-for-womens-learning-circle-with-the-den-collective/
LOCATION:Specific location will be shared with registrants.\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning
ORGANIZER;CN="Sophie Farwagi":MAILTO:sophie@thedencollective.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T160000
DTSTAMP:20260108T134309Z
CREATED:20251222T160432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T134309Z
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SUMMARY:Beyond a Single Story: An Interfaith Evening of Sharing with Abrahamic House
DESCRIPTION:very faith and culture holds countless stories\, yet too often\, only one is told. Join us for an evening inspired by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’s “The Danger of a Single Story” as we reflect on how stories shape our perceptions of one another. \nWe’ll come together to share personal or faith-based stories that are often unheard or misrepresented\, and explore how storytelling can be an act of courage\, compassion\, and bridge-building. \n🕯️ Bring a story\, your perspective\, and your willingness to listen deeply. \nLight refreshments will be served. \nSaturday\, Nov 8th from 2:00 to 4:00 PM. \nLocation will be provided via email within 24-hours of the event. \nAt Abrahamic House\, we believe access is a practice\, and it’s something we’d like to practice along with all of you.  \nMobility Accommodations: Abrahamic House does not have a wheelchair accessible entrance. That said\, we are willing to be creative about how to get folks into the space\, including carrying folks and their medical device(s) into the house or arranging for an alternate venue. If you have mobility needs\, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us directly\, and we will coordinate with you. \nReligious Accommodations: For all of our events\, we will have a space set up for our community members to pray\, if they so choose. If you do not immediately see it\, please don’t hesitate to ask a fellow where the prayer space is located. \nAlcohol Policy: All alcohol at our events is optional\, and we will have several events throughout the year that are alcohol free. Please pay close attention to the registration form to see if alcohol will be served at a particular event. We know there are more accommodations than we could possibly list here. If we have not included something\, it does not mean it is impossible to provide. We want to welcome you into our space\, so please feel free to write down anything that might be necessary for you to participate\, and we will see what we can do. \n \nAccommodations: Other \nOther Accommodations – See event description. \nOrganization: Abrahamic House \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/beyond-a-single-story-an-interfaith-evening-of-sharing-with-abrahamic-house/
LOCATION:Location will be provided via email within 24-hours of the event.\, 20036\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251109T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251109T120000
DTSTAMP:20260108T134310Z
CREATED:20251222T160434Z
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SUMMARY:Echoes and Inheritance: Learning from the Past\, Shaping the Future with the Den
DESCRIPTION:Join Rabbi Aderet for a reflective and engaging class exploring how behaviors\, values\, and traditions flow from one generation to the next. Using the stories of the patriarchs and matriarchs\, we’ll examine both the blessings and the challenges that shape family dynamics—from favoritism and miscommunication to acts of care and love. Together\, we’ll uncover what we inherit\, what we choose to pass on\, and how mindful awareness can help us break unhelpful patterns while strengthening the legacy of hope\, connection\, and meaning for future generations. \nNo prior experience needed. We’ll gather in a central location to those registered. Address will be shared with registrants. Everyone welcome. \n \n \nOrganization: The Den Collective \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/echoes-and-inheritance-learning-from-the-past-shaping-the-future-with-the-den/
LOCATION:Specific location will be shared with registrants.\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning
ORGANIZER;CN="Sophie Farwagi":MAILTO:sophie@thedencollective.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251109T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251109T153000
DTSTAMP:20260108T134309Z
CREATED:20251222T160434Z
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SUMMARY:Listening and Building Allies w/ People We Strongly Disagree With with Am Kolel
DESCRIPTION:There is so much divisiveness in the current period. Many people only talk to or interact with the people who already agree with them. This makes it extremely difficult to learn new ideas\, have challenging conversations\, or be positively impacted by other people’s thinking. \nIn this workshop\, we will demonstrate tools for listening to people we disagree with and identifying why it’s so hard for us to listen to certain people or ideas. We will have a chance to identify and learn practices for healing the emotions that can get in the way of our listening. We will learn specific skills for drawing people out when we disagree with them\, and then\, deciding when and how to offer our own best thinking.\n~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~\nCherie Brown is the founder and CEO of the National Coalition Building Institute (NCBI). For 41 years\, NCBI has been a national leader in offering training programs to K- 12 schools and college campuses on bridge building\, coalition building skills. For the past several years\, Cherie has offered this workshop at the U.N. in NYC during climate week. \n \nAccommodations: ADA Accessible Venue \n \nOrganization: Am Kolel \n \nLivestream or Virtual: Yes\, it is
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/listening-and-building-allies-w-people-we-strongly-disagree-with-with-am-kolel/
LOCATION:Am Kolel’s Center\, 1729 Wilmart Street\, Rockville\, MD\, 20852\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning
ORGANIZER;CN="Melissa Eisen":MAILTO:admin@amkolel.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251109T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251109T180000
DTSTAMP:20260108T134310Z
CREATED:20251222T160435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T134310Z
UID:10001308-1762704000-1762711200@gatherdc.org
SUMMARY:Bridges Beyond Borders: Peace Builders on the Ground with Pozez JCC
DESCRIPTION:Join the Pozez JCC for a unique encounter with the Arava Institute for Environmental Studies – a space where young Israelis\, Palestinians\, Jordanians\, and international students come together to learn\, live\, and build a shared future. \nThrough education\, research\, and daily life in the community\, the Arava Institute empowers students to develop the skills\, friendships\, and understanding needed to lead the region toward a more sustainable and peaceful future. \nIn this workshop\, we’ll meet Arielle Ben-Hur and Jawdat Kassab\, two Arava alumni – an Israeli and a Palestinian – who will share their personal journeys of building trust\, partnership\, and hope\, and their choice to join the Institute despite the complex reality that surrounds them. \nTogether\, we’ll move into small discussion groups to reflect\, ask questions\, and explore both the challenges and the possibilities that arise when people dare to connect beyond borders. \nWe’ll close with shared insights and inspiration – taking with us new perspectives on what peace-building can look like\, here and now. \nThis program is free. RSVP is required. \n \nAccommodations: ADA Accessible Venue \n \nOrganization: Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/bridges-beyond-borders-peace-builders-on-the-ground-with-pozez-jcc/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, Virginia\, 22031\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251110T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251110T210000
DTSTAMP:20260108T134312Z
CREATED:20251222T160438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T134312Z
UID:10001312-1762801200-1762808400@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-4/
LOCATION:Zoom\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning
ORGANIZER;CN="Melissa Eisen":MAILTO:admin@amkolel.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T203000
DTSTAMP:20260108T134312Z
CREATED:20251222T160441Z
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SUMMARY:Queering our Mother Rebekah with Am Kolel
DESCRIPTION:Join Rabbi Miriam on Wednesday\, November 12 (7PM – 8:30PM) on Zoom for Queering Our Mother Rebekah. Rebekah doesn’t fit into the traditional gender roles of women in the Bible. Together we will take a look at the textual evidence that shows how our foremother queered womanhood in her time.  \nAs we reimagine Rebekah’s story through a queer lens\, we commit to holding the gathering as sacred ground\, a place of safety and affirdmation. \n \n \nOrganization: Am Kolel \n \nLivestream or Virtual: Yes\, it is
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/queering-our-mother-rebekah-with-am-kolel/
LOCATION:On Zoom\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning
ORGANIZER;CN="Melissa Eisen":MAILTO:admin@amkolel.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251113T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251113T123000
DTSTAMP:20260108T134312Z
CREATED:20251222T160440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T134312Z
UID:10001316-1763028000-1763037000@gatherdc.org
SUMMARY:Registration Deadline for Couples' Learning Circle with the Den Collective
DESCRIPTION:Connect in community and learn together with other couples—partnered\, engaged\, married\, Jewish\, multifaith\, interfaith\, and more— from across the Greater Washington area.  \nOur learning will be based on circle members’ questions and interests. Together we will explore relevant Jewish texts\, traditions\, and ideas to cultivate meaningful ways to infuse Judaism into your lives\, relationship\, and home. Our learning circle will also be an opportunity to build deeper connections among members\, as well as craft meaningful Jewish experiences together. No prior experience necessary. \n Sample of Class Topics:  \nMeaningful + Inspirational Shabbat/Holiday Practice \nInfusing Your Home with Jewish Values + Ethics \nJewish Wisdom on Cultivating Intimacy in Relationships + “Me Time” \nIntegrating diverse traditions (interfaith/multifaith/Jewish) \nNavigating Additional Resources + Offerings Throughout the Greater Jewish Community \nSign Up Information\nThe Couples’ Learning Circle is intended to build meaningful relationships among group members. Space is limited to foster an intimate and connected cohort dynamic. Sign up is on a first come\, first served basis. Meetings will be held monthly from November through February\, in addition to a cohort Shabbat experience.  \nPlease contribute $360/couple in order to help make this cohort experience possible. If this amount is cost prohibitive\, please sign up and contribute what you are comfortable with. Cost is not a barrier for entry. \nThursdays (7-9pm): Nov. 20\, Dec. 18\, Jan. 22\, Feb. 19\, Shabbat Session Date TBD w/ participants\nMinimum Suggested Donation Amt: 360 \n \n \nOrganization: The Den Collective \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/registration-deadline-for-couples-learning-circle-with-the-den-collective/
LOCATION:Specific location will be shared with registrants.\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning
ORGANIZER;CN="Sophie Farwagi":MAILTO:sophie@thedencollective.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251117T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251117T210000
DTSTAMP:20260108T134316Z
CREATED:20251222T160456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T134316Z
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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-5/
LOCATION:Zoom\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning
ORGANIZER;CN="Melissa Eisen":MAILTO:admin@amkolel.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251123T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251123T130000
DTSTAMP:20260108T134349Z
CREATED:20251222T175627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T134349Z
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SUMMARY:Israel Conversation and Bagel Brunch with 2239
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a conversation with Rabbi Naama from WHC’s sibling synagogue. Join us for a bagel and schmear lunch to sustain our conversation.\nRabbi Naama from WHC’s sister congreation is coming soon! Join Rabbis Naama and Rachel for a short text study followed by an opportunity to ask Rabbi Naama open hearted\, curious questions about Israel’s post October 7th reality and the Israel-Hamas War. Space is limited. \nWe will have a light bagel brunch. Hopefully you’ll stay after for Sunday Stuff. \n$10 for members \n$18 for non-members \nPlease note\, this event is intended for the young professionals group. \n \n \nOrganization: 2239 \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/israel-conversation-and-bagel-brunch-with-2239/
LOCATION:Washington Hebrew Congregation\, 3935 Macomb St NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20016\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning
ORGANIZER;CN="Maital Kaminer":MAILTO:mkaminer@whctemple.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251124T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251124T210000
DTSTAMP:20260108T134321Z
CREATED:20251222T160511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T134321Z
UID:10001363-1764010800-1764018000@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-6/
LOCATION:Zoom\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning
ORGANIZER;CN="Melissa Eisen":MAILTO:admin@amkolel.org
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