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SUMMARY:Simchat Torah Pre-Party + SHUL HOP! with Young Folks of Kemp Mill
DESCRIPTION:We will begin with a pre-party at 6 pm with FREE wine + beer + snacks and then all go together to the Hakafot at Chabad of SILVER SPRING and then Shul Hop throughout the night!!  For men and women ages 21-35 \n \nAccommodations: None \n \nOrganization: Young Folks of Kemp Mill and Moishe House without Walls \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/simchat-torah-pre-party-shul-hop-with-young-folks-of-kemp-mill/
LOCATION:Kemp Mill\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Samantha Noland":MAILTO:samanthalnoland@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261004T160000
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SUMMARY:Shmini Atzeret Rain Dance with Mayim Chayim Community
DESCRIPTION:In gratitude to Tikkun Olam Farms\, and to help the drought situation they have been facing\, we will be offering a rain dance ritual to help saturate the vibrations of the land. We invite you on a meditative journey to connect to Earth\, water\, and community through reflection and movement\, accompanied by a chance to learn with Rabbi Goldie Milgram\, founder and director of Reclaiming Judaism. \n \nAccommodations: Scent-Free Space;Sensory Space Available \n \nOrganization: Mayim Chayim Community \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/shmini-atzeret-rain-dance-with-mayim-chayim-community/
LOCATION:Tikkun Olam Farms\, N Potomac\, United States
CATEGORIES:Prayer Services
ORGANIZER;CN="Jenna Hopp":MAILTO:mayimchayimcommunity@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261009T160000
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SUMMARY:Radical Rest and Renewal Retreat Begins with Radical Rest and Renewal
DESCRIPTION:Seeking a meaningful fall escape? Join Radical Rest & Renewal\, a tech-free Shabbat weekend at Black Soil Rising Farm in southern Maryland (October 9–11\, 2026). Disconnect from screens\, connect with nature and authentic community\, and discover how Shabbat can renew you—regardless of your background or prior observance. Hosted by Jason and Devora Kimelman-Block.\nCost Range: $400 – $1000 \n \nAccommodations: Sensory Space Available \n \nOrganization: Radical Rest and Renewal \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/radical-rest-and-renewal-retreat-begins-with-radical-rest-and-renewal/
LOCATION:Black Soil Rising Farm\, Newburg\, MD\, 20664\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261010T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261010T220000
DTSTAMP:20260925T190104Z
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SUMMARY:Choosing Life: From Survivor To Resilience with Ohr Kodesh Congregation
DESCRIPTION:We’re honored to invite you to a live testimony and open conversation with Barak Morag\, an October 7th survivor who\, despite everything he and his family lost on that horrific day\, found a way to rebuild\, grow\, and move forward\, and to share how they found light in the darkness. \nJoin us for an evening of honest conversation\, reflection\, and connection as we come together to listen\, learn\, and remember. \n \nAccommodations: ADA Accessible Venue \n \nOrganization: OHR Kodesh Congregation \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/choosing-life-from-survivor-to-resilience-with-ohr-kodesh-congregation/
LOCATION:Ohr Kodesh Congregation\, 8300 Meadowbrook Lane\, Chevy Chase\, MD\, 20815\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning
ORGANIZER;CN="Batya Glazer":MAILTO:info@ohrkodesh.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261011T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261011T190000
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SUMMARY:Bluegrass and BBQ with Bender JCC
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the new year with an afternoon of live music\, great food\, and family fun! Enjoy live bluegrass from Nefesh Mountain\, Kosher BBQ* for purchase from Makom on a Roll\, local hard and sweet cider by Doc Waters Cidery\, kids’ crafts\, and the climbing tower*.\nTickets are required for entry. Adult ticket includes one hard or soft cider. Kids (20 and under) are free with a paying adult. \n*Additional fees for Kosher BBQ and The Climbing Tower. \nThis event is rain or shine. \n \nAccommodations: Other \nOther Accommodations – All Bender JCC programs are open to everyone. Contact Abbey Plumb\, Director of Inclusion\, at 301-348-3795 or aplumb@benderjccgw.org to discuss support or accommodations. \nOrganization: Bender JCC of Greater Washington \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/bluegrass-and-bbq-with-bender-jcc/
LOCATION:Bender JCC Of Greater Washington\, 6125 Montrose Rd\, Rockville\, MD\, 20852-4860\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Lauren Dworkin":MAILTO:ldworkin@benderjccgw.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261011T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261011T190000
DTSTAMP:20260928T192404Z
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SUMMARY:DC Tikkun Circle: Celebrating the Month of Cheshvan with Jewish Vegan Life
DESCRIPTION:Join Jewish Vegan Life and the Veg Society of DC for our DC Tikkun Circle as we celebrate the Hebrew month of Cheshvan with delicious food and discussion on the fascinating duality of abundance. \nRSVP here: https://jewishveganlife.org/events/dc-cheshvan \nHow can one month represent both destruction and flourishing? \nAnd what does this teach us about the choices we make every day? \n🌱 DC Tikkun Circle\nCelebrating the Month of Cheshvan\nExploring the Duality of Abundance \n📅 Sunday\, October 11\n 🕔 5:00 PM \nEveryone is welcome\, whether you’re vegan\, veg friendly\, or simply curious. \nCome celebrate Cheshvan with us and answer the question: What are we increasing in the world? \n \nAccommodations: None \n \nOrganization: Jewish Vegan Life \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/dc-tikkun-circle-celebrating-the-month-of-cheshvan-with-jewish-vegan-life/
LOCATION:Bethesda\, Bethesda\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Gribov":MAILTO:michael@jewishveganlife.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T200000
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SUMMARY:The No-Nonsense Reality of Israel Q&A with Ohr Kodesh Congregation
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an enlightening evening with renowned Israeli journalist and analyst Haviv Rettig Gur. As conversations about Israel become increasingly prominent—and often clouded by misinformation and oversimplified narratives—Haviv brings clarity\, context\, and insight drawn from decades of reporting and analysis. \nA senior analyst at The Times of Israel\, Middle East analyst for The Free Press\, and host of the Ask Haviv Anything podcast\, Haviv has covered Israeli politics\, foreign policy\, education\, and Israel–Diaspora relations since 2005. He has also served as Director of Communications for the Jewish Agency for Israel and has reported from more than 20 countries. \nCome with questions and leave with a deeper understanding of Israel’s history\, its current challenges\, and the realities shaping its future. The program will feature a conversation with Haviv followed by audience Q&A. This conversation will be moderated by Michael Koplow\, Chief Policy Officer at Israel Policy Forum https://israelpolicyforum.org/about/staff/michael-koplow/ \n \nAccommodations: ADA Accessible Venue \n \nOrganization: OHR Kodesh Congregation \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/the-no-nonsense-reality-of-israel-qa-with-ohr-kodesh-congregation/
LOCATION:Ohr Kodesh Congregation\, 8300 Meadowbrook Lane\, Chevy Chase\, MD\, 20815\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning
ORGANIZER;CN="Batya Glazer":MAILTO:info@ohrkodesh.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261022T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261022T090000
DTSTAMP:20260925T185904Z
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SUMMARY:Bagels and Business featuring Josh Rales with the Bender JCC
DESCRIPTION:Flyer for “Bagels & Business” event on Thursday\, October 22\, featuring Josh Rales as speaker\, hosted by Bender JCC of Greater Washington and NFP.\nBagels and Business with Joshua Rales\, President of the Norman and Ruth Rales Foundation. The Foundation is dedicated to providing children and families facing challenging circumstances with transformative opportunities to thrive through enhanced education\, health\, and social services. Its primary focus in education is to support education reform as well as to provide scholarships to high performing students to help them realize their full potential. \n \nAccommodations: None \n \nOrganization: Bender JCC of Greater Washington \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/bagels-and-business-featuring-josh-rales-with-the-bender-jcc/
LOCATION:Bender JCC Of Greater Washington\, 6125 Montrose Rd\, Rockville\, MD\, 20852-4860\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning
ORGANIZER;CN="Benny Rushfield":MAILTO:brushfield@benderjccgw.org
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