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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T143000
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SUMMARY:Interfaith Prayer Gathering with Abrahamic House
DESCRIPTION:As we close the year as a community\, let us take time to pray and reflect on themes that unite the Abrahamic faiths and all religions. In this intimate\, cozy atmosphere\, Abrahamic House welcomes you to an interfaith prayer gathering drawing upon the Holy Writings of our faiths and leaving space for the community to contribute with prayers and meditations from their faith traditions. Light refreshments will be served afterwards as part of a post-program a social hour. \nThe event will take place on Sunday\, December 7 from 2:00 – 4:30 pm. \n \nAccommodations: Other \nOther Accommodations – Please advise needs in registration and we will do our best to accomodate \nOrganization: Abrahamic House \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/interfaith-prayer-gathering-with-abrahamic-house/
LOCATION:Abrahamic House\, Dupont Neighborhood - Exact location shsared 72 hours Ahead of Event\, Washington\, DC\, 20036\, United States
CATEGORIES:Prayer Services
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T193000
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SUMMARY:Spirit of Humanity: Love Matters Of The Heart with Mosaic Visions
DESCRIPTION:A night of art\, music\, and words exploring love in all its forms. Spirit of Humanity returns December 7 at Eaton DC.\nCome join us at Eaton DC for an unforgettable evening celebrating the power of love and the heart. \nSpirit of Humanity: Love — Matters of the Heart (2025) invites you to experience the universal language of love through art\, music\, and words that stir the soul. Dive deep into moments of reflection\, performance\, and creative exchange that inspire and uplift the human spirit. \nPresented by Mosaic Visions\, a nonprofit using art and the humanities to create inclusive spaces where diverse stories can be seen and heard. \nConnect with artists\, thinkers\, and community members who share a passion for creativity\, compassion\, and collective healing. Together\, we’ll explore how love moves through us—uniting\, transforming\, and reminding us of our shared humanity. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to be part of something truly special—where art becomes interpretation\, and love takes center stage. \nPlease visit us on www.mosaicvisions.org for more information. \nIf there is a financial barrier we want to ensure everyone has access to arts\, please email info@mosaicvisions.org.\nCost Range: 20 – 40 \n \nAccommodations: ADA Accessible Venue \n \nOrganization: Mosaic Visions \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/spirit-of-humanity-love-matters-of-the-heart-with-mosaic-visions/
LOCATION:Eaton DC\, 1203 K Street Northwest\, Washington\, D.C\, 20005\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251214T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251214T120000
DTSTAMP:20260422T130522
CREATED:20251222T160534Z
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SUMMARY:Cultivating Hope + Resilience this Hanukkah with the Den Collective
DESCRIPTION:Join Rabbi Aderet as we explore contemplative traditions such as Hitbodedut—a personal\, spontaneous conversation with God or your inner self—and reflect on Jewish texts and liturgy to discover practices that nurture meaning\, hope\, and resilience. There will be time for guided meditation\, personal reflection\, and experiential practice\, giving you tools to cultivate calm\, set intentions\, and strengthen your inner resources. \nTogether\, we’ll build a sacred space to pause\, breathe\, and reconnect—with yourself\, with ancient and modern Jewish practices\, and with a supportive community. As we approach Hanukkah\, we’ll draw inspiration from its themes of light in the darkness and hope that endures\, exploring how we can bring those lessons into our own lives. \nNo prior experience is necessary. Please wear comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat or towel if you are able. Location will be shared with registered participants. Everyone is welcome! \n \n \nOrganization: The Den Collective \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/cultivating-hope-resilience-this-hanukkah-with-the-den-collective/
LOCATION:Meeting 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:20251219T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251219T235900
DTSTAMP:20260422T130522
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SUMMARY:Chanukah R&R Weekend Begins with Pearlstone Retreat Center
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy the holiday of light with comfort food from the Pearlstone kosher kitchen\, communal menorah lighting\, singing\, games\, yoga for all ages and our beautiful farm backdrop.  This retreat follows our R&R weekend format\, which is self-guided with lots of downtime and lighter programming than our other holiday retreats so we can offer an amazingly accessible value for individuals and families alike! See sample schedule and pricing on our webpage! \n \nAccommodations: Scent-free Space \n \nOrganization: Pearlstone Center \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/chanukah-rr-weekend-begins-with-pearlstone-retreat-center/
LOCATION:Pearlstone Center\, 5425 Mt Gilead Rd\, Reisterstown\, Maryland\, 21136\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251219T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251219T193000
DTSTAMP:20260422T130522
CREATED:20251222T160555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T134335Z
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SUMMARY:Sparks in the Dark: An LGBTQ+ Hanukkah Mixer with Bet Mishpachah
DESCRIPTION:On the sixth night of Chanuka\, join Bet Mishpachah’s under-50 cohort to light up the night at Spark Social Club. Enjoy a drink on us and a good conversation\, then we’ll walk or ride together to candle lighting and Friday night shabbat services a short stroll away at the Edlavitch JCC. This event is for everyone! Anyone allied with the LGBTQ+ community and interested in experiencing what makes Bet Mish such a special place should come out to celebrate with us! \nRSVPs appreciated\, but not required. \n \n \nOrganization: Bet Mishpachah \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/sparks-in-the-dark-an-lgbtq-hanukkah-mixer-with-bet-mishpachah/
LOCATION:Sparks Social House\, 2009 14th St NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20009\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251219T184500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251219T211500
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SUMMARY:Chanukah and Rosh Chodesh! Services and Potluck with Tikkun Leil Shabbat
DESCRIPTION:Please join Tikkunn Leil Shabbat (TLS) to welcome Shabbat Chanukah which falls on the 6th night of the Festival and Rosh Chodesh Tevet. Come recharge and find warmth and comfort in community. If you have any questions\, please contact the organizers at tikkunleilshabbat@yahoo.com. (In observance of Shabbat\, we will not light Chanukah candles communally.) \nServices: 6:45 PM\nPotluck: 8:00 PM – approximately\nPlace: The Festival Center\n1640 Columbia Rd NW\nWashington\, DC 20009 \nWe will meet in an indoor space at the Festival Center for a songful\, soulful Kabbalat Shabbat and Ma’ariv\, followed by potluck dinner. TLS will provide dessert! Covid rapid testing will be required and masks will be optional for this indoor gathering. There will be optional outdoor space for the potluck portion. Please get tested prior to attending\, or allow for extra time to get tested on site. TLS will have a limited number of Covid rapid tests for day-of testing. More Covid protocols below. \nPOTLUCK DINNER:\nPlease bring a vegetarian entree or salad/side to share. There will be one table for hekhsher-only (i.e.\, kosher-certified) vegetarian items and another table for vegetarian items. PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN REUSABLE PLATE AND UTENSILS (including serving utensils). TLS will supply plates and utensils (for those who can’t bring their own)\, challah\, grape beverages and dessert. \nSUPPLIES\nWe will provide masks and hand sanitizer. We will provide siddurim (prayer books) for services. \nCOVID SAFETY PROTOCOLS: \nVACCINES\nAll TLS attendees aged 5+ must either be (1) fully vaccinated and boosted against COVID-19 or (2) ineligible to receive a COVID-19 vaccine due to age or medical reasons. Attendees must attest to their vaccination status (or ineligibility)\, either by RSVPing or when arriving at an event. \nMASKS\nMasks are optional. \nTESTING\nAll TLS attendees must get rapid tested on the day of attendance. \nATTENDANCE\nAll attendees must attest that (1) they have not been feeling sick\, (2) neither themselves nor anyone in their immediate family/pod has had COVID in the past ten days (i.e.\, first symptoms or first positive test within the past ten days)\, and (3) they do not believe that they or any immediate family/pod member have been exposed to COVID in the past ten days; or\, if they have been exposed\, they have tested negative at least five days from their most recent exposure. For the safety of the community\, if you are feeling sick\, or if you or an immediate family/pod member have tested positive for COVID in the past ten days\, please do not attend. We urge anyone who tests positive for COVID within two weeks after the event to alert the organizers (tikkunleilshabbat@yahoo.com). \n \nAccommodations: ADA Accessible Venue \n \nOrganization: Tikkun Leil Shabbat \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/chanukah-and-rosh-chodesh-services-and-potluck-with-tikkun-leil-shabbat/
LOCATION:The Festival Center\, 1640 Columbia Road Northwest\, Washington\, DC\, 20009\, United States
CATEGORIES:Prayer Services
ORGANIZER;CN="Sara Mosenkis":MAILTO:tikkunleilshabbat@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251219T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251219T223000
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SUMMARY:Menorah Mingle with Chabad of Silver Spring and Young Folks of Kemp Mill
DESCRIPTION:The Menorah Mingle will occur on Friday evening Shabbat Hanukkah December 19th at 8:30 pm at Chabad of Silver Spring! In the downstairs near the C teen lounge. 🕎✨🕎🥳 To reserve your spot for Kosher delicious Hanukkah fried foods\, drinks\, & friendship with other young folks\, simply reply yes to the Partiful and Venmo $18 to @samantha-noland-2 by December 16th so we can purchase food & drinks ahead of time. Looking forward to mingling with everyone!\nMinimum Suggested Donation Amt: 18 \n \n \nOrganization: Chabad of Silver Spring \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/menorah-mingle-with-chabad-of-silver-spring-and-young-folks-of-kemp-mill/
LOCATION:Chabad of Silver Spring\, 519 Lamberton Dr\, Silver Spring\, Maryland\, 20902\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Samantha Noland":MAILTO:samanthalnoland@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251221T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251221T190000
DTSTAMP:20260422T130522
CREATED:20251222T160604Z
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SUMMARY:Shine the Light Hanukkah Celebration with Jewish Vegan Life
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Hanukkah with Heart\, Harmony\, and Compassion\nRegister here: https://jewishveganlife.org/events/shine-the-light-dc/ \nJoin Jewish Vegan Life for an inspiring evening of light\, music\, and delicious plant-based food as we gather to celebrate Hanukkah in the spirit of compassion — for people\, animals\, and the planet. \nThis warm and inclusive celebration will feature:\n   ✨ Vegan Hanukkah food – creative plant-based takes on holiday favorites\n    Music & candle lighting ceremony\n   ️ Messages of hope and renewal from local leaders and JVL ambassadors\n    Community connections – meet like-minded friends who care about living Jewish values through kindness and sustainability \nTogether\, we’ll shine the light of Jewish values and illuminate a path toward a more compassionate world. \nEvent Details\nDate: Sunday\, December 21\nTime: 5:00–8:00 PM\nLocation: Skybox Lounge\, Rockville\, MD\n(Exact address provided upon registration) \n\nShine the Light DC \n\nCost Range: 7 – 36 \n \n \nOrganization: Jewish Vegan Life \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/shine-the-light-hanukkah-celebration-with-jewish-vegan-life/
LOCATION:SkyLounge\, Bou Ave\, Rockville\, MD\, 20852\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other
ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Gribov":MAILTO:michael@jewishveganlife.org
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