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SUMMARY:From Bondage to Healing: Freedom to Grieve and Rebuild w/ the Haberman Institute
DESCRIPTION:The Haberman Institute is honored to welcome the volunteers behind the Shiloni Project\, back to our community. This grassroots organization was formed immediately after October 7\, 2023\, by volunteers initially committed to supporting soldiers and evacuees. We invite you to learn how the Project has evolved to focus on the needs of hostage families–parents\, siblings\, children\, and spouses–some of whom have returned\, while others remain in captivity.  \nToday\, the Shiloni Project has developed a thoughtful\, grassroots effort to support these families who have faced an unimaginable reality. These families have devoted themselves entirely to fighting for their loved ones\, postponing their own healing after experiencing profound loss. While some continue the fight\, others are just beginning their long journey of recovery.  \nRegister to learn about the Shiloni Project’s key initiative: therapeutic retreats on the peaceful island of Pilion\, Greece\, gifting hostage families a chance to esca
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/from-bondage-to-healing-freedom-to-grieve-and-rebuild-w-the-haberman-institute/
LOCATION:RSVP for Woodley Park address.\, United States
CATEGORIES:Giving Back
ORGANIZER;CN="Rachel Feinstein":MAILTO:rfeinstein@jcouncil.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250408T200000
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DTSTAMP:20260408T085213
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SUMMARY:Virtual Info Session with Honeymoon Israel
DESCRIPTION:Join us and Honeymoon Israel alumni couples at our online info session where we will share what Honeymoon Israel is all about\, our safety procedures to keep you and your loved one safe on an international trip\, and how to apply!
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/virtual-info-session-with-honeymoon-israel-6/
LOCATION:Washington Hebrew Congregation\n3935 Macomb Street Northwest \nWashington\, DC 20016\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Max Berkey":MAILTO:mberkey@alliedglobalmarketing.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250409T183000
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SUMMARY:Malka Productions: Jewish Voices: Disrupting the White Colonizer Narrative
DESCRIPTION:Malka Productions Presents Jewish Voices: Disrupting the White Colonizer Narrative & Reclaiming the Mizrahi Experience in the Fight Against Antisemitism \nJoin us as we welcome 4 internationally-renowned Jewish activists of Syrian\, Iraqi and Persian descent. We are thrilled to be hosting Matthew Nouriel\, Tal Oran\, Celine Rouben\, and Abraham Hamra for their very first exclusive panel collaboration! \nOur expert panelists will be sharing actionable ways to apply lessons learned from antisemitic persecution in islamic countries to what is happening in the USA today\, explore the dialogue tactics they are using online to gain more allies\, discuss their respective Syrian\, Iraqi and Persian Diasporic experiences\, and confront the tokenization and erasure of Mizrahi advocates in the Jewish activism space. \nAbout our speakers: \nMatthew Nouriel: Digital producer and advocate who creates content that reflects their unique intersectional identity as an Iranian\, Jewish\, and queer individual\, Matthew highlights the inequities in Iran under the Islamic Republic regime\, dispels propaganda surrounding Israel and Jews\, and advocates for LGBTQ+ rights. Matthew’s work breaks down myths propagated by anti-Zionists and antisemites\, providing a nuanced and informed perspective on these important topics. In recent years\, Matthew has been using his voice to passionately advocate and fight for LGBTQ+ rights and equality within the Iranian and Jewish communities\, as well as combating antisemitism everywhere. Matthew has taken on leadership roles with both queer and non queer organizations such as JDC Entwine\, JQ International\, Tel Aviv Institute\, and works as the Community Engagement Director at JIMENA – Jews Indigenous to the Middle East and North Africa. In 2021 they were the recipient of the TrailBlazer Award at the JQ International annual Impact Awards. \nTal Oran (@thetravelingclatt): Tal Oran\, a Mizrahi Jew and advocate for Israel and global Jewry\, once a globally renowned travel vlogger Tal has shifted his focus to advocating for Israel through powerful storytelling. With nearly 30 million YouTube views\, nearly 300\,000 subscribers\, and recognition as a top content creator by Google and Youtube\, Tal has captivated audiences worldwide. halted his decade long adventures around the world after thebreakout of the Oct 7 war.He’s returned to Israel to tell the story and truths about his people the world doesn’t yet know. With a big focus on Mizrahi and Brown/Black Jews Tal wants to inspire people to break away from the white colonist lies about his country and help them find the truth on what israel really is. \nCeline Rouben: Attorney and Jewish-Persian activist dedicated to advocating for Israel and Jewish rights through both an international legal framework and a human rights perspective. Passionate about education and advocacy\, Celine uses her social media platforms to amplify the Jewish narrative\, history\, and indigeneity\, ensuring that Jewish voices are heard and represented. She also incorporates Jewish traditions into her work\, emphasizing their role in strengthening identity and resilience. In addition to her digital activism\, she delivers powerful lectures on fortifying Jewish identity as a means to combat antisemitism and foster deeper connections within the Jewish community. Through law\, education\, and activism\, Celine remains steadfast in her mission to protect Jewish rights and heritage on a global scale. \nAbraham Hamra: Damascus-born Abraham Hamra is an attorney and widely known influencer\, advocating for Jews in the face of growing antisemitism\, misinformation about Israel and the Palestinian cause. His videos on the subject have gone viral as he argues in both Arabic and English\, attracting a wide audience and millions of views. He posts in both English and Arabic\, but it is his Arabic posts that get the most attention. With millions of views\, he has become an a key influencer and activist for Israel in ways we cannot imagine. Using the logic of an attorney\, his arguments bring the Israel Palestinian issue to the fore\, creating a dynamic argument. Since October 7th\, Abraham has taken an active role in combating the type of antisemitism we have seen take the United States by storm. When I say Abraham takes an “active” role\, I mean in your face\, going toe to toe with anti-Israel protesters and the haters. He also supports victims of antisemitism and makes videos fighting misinformation about Israel and Jews. You will find him fighting back against Jew haters on social media. Abraham has organized rallies and protests and regularly gives speeches sharing his experience as a Syrian refugee. Brash\, unapologetic\, in your face\, Abraham challenges the liberal notion that all Jews are white and he celebrates the true diversity of the Jewish People just by speaking up.\nCost Range: 15 – 30 \n \n \nOrganization: Malka Productions
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/malka-productions-jewish-voices-disrupting-the-white-colonizer-narrative/
LOCATION:TBA 24hrs in advance of event- mission district\, san francisco\, CA\, 94103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Danielle Chetrit":MAILTO:danielle@malkaproductions.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250427T113000
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CREATED:20251016T192138Z
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SUMMARY:Community Garden Groundbreaking with Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia
DESCRIPTION: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. \nRoll 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. \nOur 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. \nThis is just the beginning! We’ll be planting on May 18th\, and hope you’ll join us again as we watch our gard
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/community-garden-groundbreaking-with-pozez-jcc-of-northern-virginia/
LOCATION:Virginia
CATEGORIES:Giving Back
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SUMMARY:DC's 11th Official Mimouna Festival at the Smithsonian with SHIN DC
DESCRIPTION:You are Cordially Invited to Our 11th Annual\nDC’s Official Mimouna Festival of Good Neighbors with SHIN DC at the Smithsonian \nWhen: Sunday\, April 27\, 12:30-4:30 PM (EST)\nWhere: Smithsonian National Museum of African Art \nFeaturing Singer\nNETA ELKAYAM\n& Mimouna Ensemble\nincluding Moshe Elmakias\, Chakib Hilali\, Almog Sharvit\, Abderrahim Amtheqal\, Maya Cohen\, and Mohcine Saqi \nLIVE MUSIC\nFINE ART\nLEARN POPULAR/CHAABI MOROCCAN DANCE\nTRADITIONAL KOSHER MOROCCAN SWEETS\nCOOKING DEMOS\nSOUK/SHOUK \nIn Person and Live Stream\n_______________________\nRSVP Required (free): shindc.org/mimouna2025\n_______________________\nQuestions? Email info at shindc dot org\n_______________________\nSHIN DC: https://shindc.org/\nKeep up w/ SHIN DC on Facebook:\nhttp://facebook.com/Sephardic.Heritage.IN.DC \nFollow SHIN DC on Instagram/Twitter (X)
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/dcs-11th-official-mimouna-festival-at-the-smithsonian-with-shin-dc/
LOCATION:Washington Hebrew Congregation\n3935 Macomb St NW\nWashington\, DC 20016\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250428T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250428T210000
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CREATED:20251016T185411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T134038Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Info Session with Honeymoon Israel
DESCRIPTION:Join us and Honeymoon Israel alumni couples at our online info session where we will share what Honeymoon Israel is all about\, our safety procedures to keep you and your loved one safe on an international trip\, and how to apply!
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/virtual-info-session-with-honeymoon-israel-5/
LOCATION:Washington Hebrew Congregation\n3935 Macomb Street Northwest \nWashington\, DC 20016\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Max Berkey":MAILTO:mberkey@alliedglobalmarketing.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250429T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250429T120000
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CREATED:20251222T160335Z
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SUMMARY:The 20th Israeli-Palestinian Joint Memorial Service Satellite Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:One of the largest global peace events in history\, the ceremony provides a unique opportunity for Israelis and Palestinians to grieve together and stand strong in demanding an end to ongoing violence. Be a part of it at the JCCSF. \n \n \nOrganization: JCCSF
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/the-20th-israeli-palestinian-joint-memorial-service-satellite-ceremony/
LOCATION:Jewish Community Center of San Francisco\, 3200 California Street\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94118\, United States
CATEGORIES:Prayer Services
ORGANIZER;CN="Hannah Pozen":MAILTO:hpozen@jccsf.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250429T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250429T203000
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CREATED:20251222T160335Z
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SUMMARY:Yom Hazikaron: Israel's Memorial Day
DESCRIPTION:Join the Consulate General of Israel\, Israeli American Council and the Israeli House to remember and pay tribute to the fallen soldiers of Israel. \n \n \nOrganization: JCCSF
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/yom-hazikaron-israels-memorial-day/
LOCATION:Jewish Community Center of San Francisco\, 3200 California Street\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94118\, United States
CATEGORIES:Prayer Services
ORGANIZER;CN="Hannah Pozen":MAILTO:hpozen@jccsf.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250429T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250429T203000
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SUMMARY:Zochrim: Singing in Their Memory for Yom Ha'Zikaron with Pozez JCC
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/zochrim-singing-in-their-memory-for-yom-haozikaron-with-pozez-jcc/
LOCATION:Kranken Courts\, 514 Rhode Island Ave NE\,\, Washington\, DC\, 20002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning
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