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  • A Taste of Israel 2025 with Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia

    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

  • DC Signature Shabbat in the Capital with JNFuture

    Kesher Israel Social Hall 2801 N Street, NW Washington, DC , United States

    Enjoy a transformative night with other passionate supporters of Israel. Discover the power of our community as you forge new connections and learn how you can help support the land and people of Israel through the pivotal work of Jewish National Fund-USA. Together, we are rebuilding a brighter future filled with hope and unity.

    This event is open to young philanthropists ages 22-40.
    Cost Range: 18 - 72

    $18

  • Lunch and Learn with the Kolot Restart Group with Kesher Israel Congregation

    Religious Action Center 2027 Massachusetts Ave NW, Washington, DC, United States

    Join us for a meaningful communal Shabbat lunch with our Scholars in Residence, Kolot's Restart Group!

    Kolot's Restart program is a transformative initiative that empowers 15 grassroots leaders from the Gaza Envelope to rebuild and reimagine their communities following the devastating events of October 7. Through regional leadership pods in the Gaza Envelope, northern Israel, and Jerusalem, the program promotes values-based leadership, social entrepreneurship, and cross-sector collaboration. Come and learn from these inspiring individuals.

    Please email any dietary restrictions to aliciar@kesher.org by Sunday 5/4.

    Registration is required by Sunday 5/4.
    Cost Range: 25 - 30

    $28

  • Sign The Mothers’ Call for Peace Petition for Mother’s Day! at the Pozez JCC

    Give a Hoot Comedy 16143 Shady Grove RD, Gaithersburg, Maryland, United States

    On Sunday, May 11, 2025 Honor Your Mother by Signing the Mothers' Call for Peace Petition ( https://mothers-call.org),

    The Mothers' Call, created from the partnership between Palestinian and Israeli Women-led peace movements, Women of the Sun (Palestinian) and Women Wage Peace (Israeli- WWP), is a call for peace on behalf of the mothers who are tired of the endless cycle of war in the Middle East.

    This national campaign (sponsored by Women Wage Peace) seeks to increase awareness of peaceful options to the violence and bloodshed in Israel.

    The Mothers' Call for Peace -
    ÒWe, Palestinian and Israeli women from all walks of life, are united in the human desire for a future of peace, freedom, equality, rights, and security for our children and the next generationsÉ' (click here for the full petition text- https://www.womenwagepeace.org.il/en/mothers-call)

    Join the late Pope Francis, the Dalai Lama, Hillary Clinton, Oprah Winfrey, Meryl Streep, George and Amal Clooney and the

  • Fruit of the Vine

    TBD Berkeley, CA, United States

    Queer joy meets Jewish pride. Join us on a lovely outdoor patio/wine bar in Berkeley, CA for a gathering of...

    $12

  • Virtual Info Session with Honeymoon Israel

    Washington Hebrew Congregation 3935 Macomb Street Northwest Washington, DC 20016 , United States

    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!

  • Cooking Jewish with Chef Nissimmi Naim Naor with Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia

    RSVP for address! , United States

    Nissimmi is a chef, ordained rabbi, international educator and speaker, who combines his love of food and people with his commitment to building connections between culture, Jewish identity, and tradition.

    From flavorful foundations in his grandmother Miriam's kitchen to working in some of Israel's most renowned restaurants, Nissimmi's culinary journey is rooted in the traditions and flavors of the Jewish heritage, stories and memories. His work explores the central role food plays in shaping Jewish identity, using rich historic knowledge, Jewish texts, and of course, carbs.

    We invite you to a cooking demonstration with Nissimmi to learn more deeply about what connects Jewish kitchens worldwide, and to experience favorite contemporary Israeli dishes.

    Chef Bio: Beyond the cutting board, Nissimmi holds degrees in philosophy, economics, political science, and law. He received his rabbinical ordination from the Hartman Institute. He serves as a Casualties Notification Officer as p

    $30

  • Celebrating Iraqi Jewish Life & Remembering the Farhud with SHIN-DC

    Docs in Progress 8560 2nd Avenue #Suite 113, Silver Spring, Maryland, United States

    Remembering the Farhud and Celebrating over 2,600 Years of Iraqi Jewish Life in the US Congress

    Join the Iraqi Jewish Community, the Diplomatic Community and Members of Congress
    Celebrating Iraqi Jewish Life - Combating Antisemitism

    Thursday, June 5, 6:30-8PM
    (Reception 6:30-7PM, followed by program)
    In Person & Live Stream

    Learn about over 2,600 years of Iraqi Jewish life and remember the Farhud at a memorial led by SHIN DC Board Member Maurice Shohet who also represents the World Organization of Jews from Iraq and is the keynote speaker.

    The Farhud is an outbreak of antisemitic mob violence against Baghdad Jewry that erupted on June 1, 1941 during the Shavuot holiday.

    In memory of Shlomo Mantzur who escaped the antisemitic, 1941 Iraqi Farhud massacre and emigrated to Israel, only to face another pogrom 82 years later in the Jewish state on October 7.

    - Speaker Mithal Al-Alusi is an Iraqi politician and leader of the Iraqi Ummah Party who supports a close allianc

  • “Speaking Falafel” Comedy Show with Erik Angel

    Address in DC will be provided upon registration. , United States

    Erik Angel is an American Israeli comedian who is based in New York and travels the world with his Comedy for Peace project and his solo show- Speaking Falafel. Angel's comedy is very surprising, clever, high energy, and deals with being an Israeli during these hard times, recent immigrant, fortyish, a new immigrant, Jewish that has to speak English 24/7.

    Angel performs regularly in significant venues all over the US . He performed in more than 50 cities in the US and Canada, has opened for major headliners including Maz Jobrani and Zarna Garg, he tours Europe regularly and performed in more than 12 countries until today. He's been seen on NBC, was twice part of The New York comedy festivals and a few other comedy festivals and has more than 3M views on Tik-Tok.

    June 12 Thursday 7pm he will arrive in DC for the second time after a sold out show in the first show in March, as part of his 2025 tour

    Taste from his comedy- https://youtu.be/FSiLyXoszq0
    Check his website- https://w

    $20

  • Screening of “Theodor” with the US-Israel Opera Initiative and WHC

    Magen David sephardic congregation, 11215 Woodglen Drive Rockville, MD 20852 , United States

    A screening of "Theodor", presented by Washington National Opera and Israeli Opera, in cooperation with the Washington Hebrew Congregation. "Theodor" is an opera film by Yonatan Cnaan and Ido Ricklin produced by The Israeli Opera. The screening will be accompanied by live vocal performances by its cast alongside the Cafritz Young Artists of Washington National Opera. The performers will include composer Yonatan Cnaan, baritone Oded Reich, and mezzo-soprano Anat Czarny.

    $25

  • Free Krav Maga Class with CSS Roam

    Shadowland 624 Quince Orchard Rd Gaithersburg, MD 20878 , United States

    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!

  • The Revival of a Language: Lecture and Brunch by Gil Hovav with Bet Mishpachah

    Location will be shared after registration Washington, DC, United States

    Please join us for an exciting in-person lecture and brunch about the revival of Hebrew as a modern language. The speaker is Gil Hovav, great-grandson of Eliezer Ben-Yehuda, who was the driving force behind the incredible rebirth of a "dead" language.
    Cost Range: 0 - 18

    $9

  • Virtual Info Session with Honeymoon Israel

    Washington Hebrew Congregation 3935 Macomb Street Northwest Washington, DC 20016 , United States

    Have questions about the Honeymoon Israel experience? At our info session, you'll have the chance to talk to alumni couples and HMI staff to learn how our trip to Israel provides you with a chance to deepen your connection with your partner and create a new community of lifelong friends while gaining your own perspective on the nuances and diversity of Israel. We're ready to share more details about our itinerary and answer all of your questions.

  • Women of Valor: Commander Karni’s Journey with Pozez JCC

    Pozez Jewish Community Center 8900 Little River Turnpike, Fairfax, VA, United States

    Women of Valor: Commander Karni’s Journey Sunday, October 12 @ 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm Strength in the Tank, Inspiration...

  • Virtual Info Session with Honeymoon Israel

    Washington Hebrew Congregation 3935 Macomb Street Northwest Washington, DC 20016 , United States

    Have questions about the Honeymoon Israel experience? At our info session, you'll have the chance to talk to alumni couples and HMI staff to learn how our trip to Israel provides you with a chance to deepen your connection with your partner and create a new community of lifelong friends while gaining your own perspective on the nuances and diversity of Israel. We're ready to share more details about our itinerary and answer all of your questions.

  • Virtual Info Session with Honeymoon Israel

    Washington Hebrew Congregation 3935 Macomb Street Northwest Washington, DC 20016 , United States

    Have questions about the Honeymoon Israel experience? At our info session, you'll have the chance to talk to alumni couples and HMI staff to learn how our trip to Israel provides you with a chance to deepen your connection with your partner and create a new community of lifelong friends while gaining your own perspective on the nuances and diversity of Israel. We're ready to share more details about our itinerary and answer all of your questions.

  • Israel Conversation and Bagel Brunch with 2239

    Washington Hebrew Congregation 3935 Macomb Street, Washington, DC, United States

    Join us for a conversation with Rabbi Naama from WHC's sibling synagogue. Join us for a bagel and schmear lunch...

    $10

  • Antisemitism Past and Present: A Conversation with Capital Jewish Museum

    Reflection location TBA. , United States

    To mark the release of historian Pamela Nadell's Antisemitism: An American Tradition, the Capital Jewish Museum brings together Nadell and historian James Loeffler for a conversation on the history of antisemitism in America–past and present. The discussion will be moderated by Stacy Burdett, a policy strategist focused on combating antisemitism. Followed by a Q&A and book signing.
    Cost Range: 0 - 18

    $9

  • Israel at a Turning Point with Pozez JCC of Northern VA

    Pozez JCC of North Virginia 8900 Little River Turnpike, Fairfax, VA 22031, Fairfax, VA, United States

    What Comes After War, Ceasefire, and Global Shifts? A Special Evening with Yaron Deckel, Journalist and Jewish Agency’s Regional Director...

  • Inventing New Jewish Rituals with Capital Jewish Museum

    Lillian and Albert Small Capital Jewish Museum 575 3rd St NW, Washington, DC, United States

    Explore how Jews have historically innovated rituals and how today’s Jews are inventing new ones with Rabbi Vanessa Ochs, PhD,...

    $9

  • Havdalah on the Rocks with NextUp Beth El

    Congregation Beth El 8215 Old Georgetown Road, Bethesda, MD, United States

    NextUp presents: Havdalah on the Rocks Join us on Saturday evening, February 7th @ 6:30pm for an Israeli-inspired cocktail experience....

  • Courage After Combat with Friends of the IDF

    Location will share after registration TBD, Washington, District of Columbia, United States

    Young Leadership D.C. invites you to join a meaningful discussion with a speaker about the resilience of IDF soldiers and...

    $36

  • Author Talk with Clay Risen with the Capital Jewish Museum

    Lillian and Albert Small Capital Jewish Museum 575 3rd St NW, Washington, DC, United States

    Explore the history and current relevance of the mid-20th century Red Scare. Learn about this dark period, which particularly affected...

    $9