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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260703T220000
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SUMMARY:Backpacking in Shenandoah: Shabbat in the Backcountry with Lech Lecha Journeys
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a beginner-friendly backpacking weekend in the quiet backcountry of Shenandoah National Park. Over three days\, we’ll hike into one of the park’s most beautiful areas\, camp beside a flowing creek\, and spend Shabbat in the backcountry.  \nWe aim to gather with other wonderful Jews – generally between the ages of 25-40 – to connect with each other\, explore Judaism in an embodied way\, have fun\, play together in nature\, and relax back into quiet. \nThis is a great opportunity for new backpackers. We are Shomer-Shabbat friendly and provide kosher food\, but welcome people of all observance levels. \n \nAccommodations: None \n \nOrganization: Lech-Lecha Journeys \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/backpacking-in-shenandoah-shabbat-in-the-backcountry-with-lech-lecha-journeys/
LOCATION:Jeremy’s Run backcountry via Knob Mountain\, Elkwallow Picnic Area\, Rileyville\, VA\, 22650\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260705T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260705T130000
DTSTAMP:20260624T190824Z
CREATED:20260624T190824Z
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SUMMARY:Wreath Laying Ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery with Kesher Israel
DESCRIPTION:Please join us on Sunday\, July 5th\, at 12:15 p.m. for a meaningful program at Arlington National Cemetery as we celebrate the country’s 250th anniversary. Representatives of the Kesher community will have the honor of laying a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier on behalf of our congregation. Community members are encouraged to attend. \nUpon arrival at the Arlington National Cemetery Welcome Center\, all visitors must go through physical security screening. Please leave ample time to arrive at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier for the ceremony. \nYou may access the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier by tram or by walking. Please plan your route ahead of time and note that the walk to the Tomb from the Welcome Center is approximately one mile\, and mostly uphill. For information on taking the hop-on\, hop-off tram\, visit www.arlingtontours.com. For visitors with disabilities\, visit www.arlingtoncemetery.mil/Visit/Visitors-with-Disabilities. \nNOTE: please wear appropriate\, conservative dress\, avoiding gym clothes and flip flops.  \nWith any questions or to help sponsor the wreath\, please email Miriam Cleeman at chesed@kesher.org. \n \nAccommodations: ADA Accessible Venue \n \nOrganization: Kesher Israel Congregation \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/wreath-laying-ceremony-at-arlington-national-cemetery-with-kesher-israel/
LOCATION:Arlington National Cemetery\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260708T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260708T203000
DTSTAMP:20260610T171733Z
CREATED:20260610T171733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T171733Z
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SUMMARY:America at 250: Summer Limmud Series with Temple Rodef Shalom
DESCRIPTION:Summer Limmud Series: America at 250\nWednesdays\, July 8\, 15\, and 29\, and Tuesday\, July 21\, 2026 | 7:00 PM\nAs America approaches its 250th anniversary\, join the clergy of Temple Rodef Shalom for a four-part Summer Limmud series exploring the rich and evolving story of Jewish life in the United States. Through history\, music\, culture\, and ideas\, we’ll examine the changing role of Jews in America\, the influence of Jewish composers and artists\, the history of Mah Jongg\, and American Jewish perspectives on nationhood and identity.\nSession Topics:\nJuly 8: The Role of Jews as Citizens in America and the DMV\, with Lauren Strauss and Rabbi Jeffrey Saxe\nJuly 15: America’s Most Influential Jewish Composers\, with Cantor Michael Shochet and Cantor Sydney Michaeli\nJuly 21: The Jewish History of Mah Jongg\, with Professor Annelise Heinz and Rabbi Sarah Tasman\nJuly 29: Prayers for Our Country: American Jewish Voices on Nation and Identity\, with Rabbi Alexandra Stein\nOpen to the community. Attend one session or the entire series.\nRegistration: https://templerodefshalom.shulcloud.com/form/summer-limmud-america-250.html \n \nAccommodations: ADA Accessible Venue;Other \nOther Accommodations – When registering you can request accommodations for your specific needs. \nOrganization: Temple Rodef Shalom \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/america-at-250-summer-limmud-series-with-temple-rodef-shalom/
LOCATION:Temple Rodef Shalom\, 2100 Westmoreland St.\, Falls Church\, Virginia\, 22043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260709T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260709T210000
DTSTAMP:20260707T201603Z
CREATED:20260707T201603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T201603Z
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SUMMARY:Jacob's Birthday Karaoke Night with Moishe House Arlington
DESCRIPTION:Do you believe in love? Don’t stop believin! I gotta feeling that tonight (July 9th) gonna be a good night. We’re taking you out of the ordinary! It’s Karaoke night at MoHo Arlington and you’ll be changed for the better. Come ready to shake it off\, shut up and dance\, and celebrate Jacob’s birthday by sing me a song (if you happen to be the piano man). \n \nAccommodations: None \n \nOrganization: Moishe House Arlington \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/jacobs-birthday-karaoke-night-with-moishe-house-arlington/
LOCATION:Address shared upon RSVP.\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260714T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260714T210000
DTSTAMP:20260708T210030Z
CREATED:20260708T210030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T210030Z
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SUMMARY:Old Town Ice Cream Crawl with Stacy's Social Circles
DESCRIPTION:Let’s celebrate summer by trying new ice cream\, gelato\, & custard flavors and making new friends as we explore Old Town in curated groups! \nJoin us for a sweet summer evening exploring the best frozen treats in Old Town\, Alexandria\, the 2024 Ice Cream Capital of the US while making new friends! \nWhether you’re looking to expand your social circle\, meet someone special\, or simply enjoy great conversation over ice cream\, this event is for you. \nOur starting point is Casa Rosada Artisan Gelato\, a shop owned and run by Jewish Argentinians! \nWe’ll begin with fun icebreakers and divide into small curated groups of 6–8 people based on ages and interests. Together\, you’ll stroll through Old Town\, stopping at several local ice cream and gelato shops. At each stop you’ll complete a fun ice cream themed challenge\, vote on your favorite shops and meet new people as we rotate groups. \nAlong the way you’ll: \n🍨 Sample ice cream\, gelato\, frozen custard\, and other sweet treats (pay on your own for treats)\n💬 Enjoy meaningful conversation prompts/activites that go beyond small talk\n🏆 Vote for the “Best Scoop in Old Town”\n📸 Take fun group photos at each stop & earn prizes\n🤝 Meet 20–30 new people throughout the evening through rotating groups \nThe evening will finish at the waterfront for sunset\, group photos\, and optional hang out after nearby. \nWant to attend for free?\nWe’re looking for a few friendly helpers! Email Stacy at stacy.is.social@gmail.com to learn how you can volunteer at the event. \nStacy’s Socal Circles uses a blend of compatibility and purpose to connect others of all backgrounds looking for their future partner or friend group through personalized matchmaking & innovative dates\, intentional\, transformative small group experiences\, and connection coaching. 500+ events\, hundreds of friendships\, 20 marriages\, 14 years of building community – If you know Stacy (by email\, name\, friendly face) you probably already know\, her social circle is your social circle. She has been organizing creative events and curated connections for more than a decade for young professionals and is a Northern Virginia native who loves to help others find the best local spots and their people. \n \nAccommodations: None \n \nOrganization: Stacy’s Social Circles \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/old-town-ice-cream-crawl-with-stacys-social-circles/
LOCATION:Casa Rosada Artisian Gelato\, 111 South Payne Street\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22314\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Stacy Miller":MAILTO:stacy.is.social@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260715T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260715T203000
DTSTAMP:20260610T171734Z
CREATED:20260610T171734Z
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SUMMARY:America at 250: Summer Limmud Series with Temple Rodef Shalom
DESCRIPTION:Summer Limmud Series: America at 250\nWednesdays\, July 8\, 15\, and 29\, and Tuesday\, July 21\, 2026 | 7:00 PM\nAs America approaches its 250th anniversary\, join the clergy of Temple Rodef Shalom for a four-part Summer Limmud series exploring the rich and evolving story of Jewish life in the United States. Through history\, music\, culture\, and ideas\, we’ll examine the changing role of Jews in America\, the influence of Jewish composers and artists\, the history of Mah Jongg\, and American Jewish perspectives on nationhood and identity.\nSession Topics:\nJuly 8: The Role of Jews as Citizens in America and the DMV\, with Lauren Strauss and Rabbi Jeffrey Saxe\nJuly 15: America’s Most Influential Jewish Composers\, with Cantor Michael Shochet and Cantor Sydney Michaeli\nJuly 21: The Jewish History of Mah Jongg\, with Professor Annelise Heinz and Rabbi Sarah Tasman\nJuly 29: Prayers for Our Country: American Jewish Voices on Nation and Identity\, with Rabbi Alexandra Stein\nOpen to the community. Attend one session or the entire series.\nRegistration: https://templerodefshalom.shulcloud.com/form/summer-limmud-america-250.html \n \nAccommodations: ADA Accessible Venue;Other \nOther Accommodations – When registering you can request accommodations for your specific needs. \nOrganization: Temple Rodef Shalom \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/america-at-250-summer-limmud-series-with-temple-rodef-shalom-3/
LOCATION:Temple Rodef Shalom\, 2100 Westmoreland St.\, Falls Church\, Virginia\, 22043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260719T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260719T180000
DTSTAMP:20260714T170439Z
CREATED:20260714T170439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T170439Z
UID:10002335-1784476800-1784484000@gatherdc.org
SUMMARY:Summer Camp Day with Moishe House Arlington
DESCRIPTION:What time is it? Summertime! Get ready for Balloon Fight 2.0\, tie-dye creations\, summer snacks\, sweet treats\, and all the classic camp-day fun. We’re bringing back Camp Day to help everyone get into the spirit before Camp Nai Nai Nai! Come dressed in clothes that can get wet and could possibly get splashed with some tie-dye. Tie-dye shirts will be provided. \n \nAccommodations: None \n \nOrganization: Moishe House Arlington \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/summer-camp-day-with-moishe-house-arlington/
LOCATION:Address shared upon RSVP.\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260720T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260720T203000
DTSTAMP:20260709T193057Z
CREATED:20260709T193057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T193057Z
UID:10002331-1784568600-1784579400@gatherdc.org
SUMMARY:July Happy Hour with GatherDC
DESCRIPTION:Hi DMV Friends! \nMark your calendar for Monday\, June 20\, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. and join GatherDC for an evening of connection\, community\, and fun!  \nWhen: Monday\, June 20\, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.\nWhere: Rosslyn (exact location will be shared with registrants the morning of the happy hour)\nWhat to Expect: A ton of fun and an opportunity to meet and mingle with other Jewish 20s and 30s in DC!\nCost: $5 \nNOTE: If this is your first GatherDC experience\, or if you’re just feeling nervous to come alone\, email GatherDC’s Community Coordinator\, Jenna at jennas@gatherdc.org – we’ll make it as easy and not-awkward as possible for you to meet new people. \nRegister here: https://bit.ly/DCJuly26HH \n \nAccommodations: ADA Accessible Venue \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/july-happy-hour-with-gatherdc/
LOCATION:Location to be shared with registrants the morning of the event\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260721T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260721T203000
DTSTAMP:20260610T171734Z
CREATED:20260610T171734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T171734Z
UID:10002269-1784660400-1784665800@gatherdc.org
SUMMARY:America at 250: Summer Limmud Series with Temple Rodef Shalom
DESCRIPTION:Summer Limmud Series: America at 250\nWednesdays\, July 8\, 15\, and 29\, and Tuesday\, July 21\, 2026 | 7:00 PM\nAs America approaches its 250th anniversary\, join the clergy of Temple Rodef Shalom for a four-part Summer Limmud series exploring the rich and evolving story of Jewish life in the United States. Through history\, music\, culture\, and ideas\, we’ll examine the changing role of Jews in America\, the influence of Jewish composers and artists\, the history of Mah Jongg\, and American Jewish perspectives on nationhood and identity.\nSession Topics:\nJuly 8: The Role of Jews as Citizens in America and the DMV\, with Lauren Strauss and Rabbi Jeffrey Saxe\nJuly 15: America’s Most Influential Jewish Composers\, with Cantor Michael Shochet and Cantor Sydney Michaeli\nJuly 21: The Jewish History of Mah Jongg\, with Professor Annelise Heinz and Rabbi Sarah Tasman\nJuly 29: Prayers for Our Country: American Jewish Voices on Nation and Identity\, with Rabbi Alexandra Stein\nOpen to the community. Attend one session or the entire series.\nRegistration: https://templerodefshalom.shulcloud.com/form/summer-limmud-america-250.html \n \nAccommodations: ADA Accessible Venue;Other \nOther Accommodations – When registering you can request accommodations for your specific needs. \nOrganization: Temple Rodef Shalom \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/america-at-250-summer-limmud-series-with-temple-rodef-shalom-4/
LOCATION:Temple Rodef Shalom\, 2100 Westmoreland St.\, Falls Church\, Virginia\, 22043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260722T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260722T203000
DTSTAMP:20260714T172859Z
CREATED:20260714T172859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T172859Z
UID:10002338-1784748600-1784752200@gatherdc.org
SUMMARY:Tisha B'Av Observance with Temple Rodef Shalom
DESCRIPTION:Tisha B’Av (the 9th day of the month of Av) is a day of mourning and commemoration in the Jewish calendar that remembers the destruction of the First and Second Temples\, among other challenging moments in Jewish history. We invite you to come together with the TRS community to spend an evening learning about the meaning of this day. \n \nAccommodations: ADA Accessible Venue \n \nOrganization: Temple Rodef Shalom \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/tisha-bav-observance-with-temple-rodef-shalom/
LOCATION:Temple Rodef Shalom\, 2100 Westmoreland St.\, Falls Church\, Virginia\, 22043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Prayer Services
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260724T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260724T235900
DTSTAMP:20260518T171802Z
CREATED:20260518T171802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T171802Z
UID:10002186-1784894400-1784937540@gatherdc.org
SUMMARY:Meditation Retreat: Shabbat in Shenandoah with Lech Lecha Journeys
DESCRIPTION:We will be camping together in beautiful Shenandoah\, creating space to step away from the pace and noise of daily life. Through meditation\, silence\, time in nature\, and shared inquiry\, the retreat is designed to support a shift from thinking about G-d and Judaism to experiencing the truths it points to – in our direct experience. \nThe structure of the weekend is intentionally simple. We will move between guided sessions\, unstructured time in nature\, group gatherings\, and Shabbat-related experiences\, allowing for both personal reflection and shared exploration. \nThis is not a highly scheduled or intensive retreat. Rather\, it is an opportunity to slow down\, become more present\, and explore what is available when we are no longer caught in constant movement or mental activity. \nNo prior meditation experience is required. We are shomer-shabbat friendly and provide kosher food\, but welcome people of all religious levels.  \nThis retreat is led by experienced meditation facilitator\, Noam Levenson. \n \nAccommodations: None \n \nOrganization: Lech-Lecha Journeys \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/meditation-retreat-shabbat-in-shenandoah-with-lech-lecha-journeys/
LOCATION:Bears Den\, 18393 Blue Ridge Mountain Rd\, Bluemont\, 20135\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260725T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260725T210000
DTSTAMP:20260714T170727Z
CREATED:20260714T170727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T170727Z
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SUMMARY:Moho Concert Series: Backup Plan with Moishe House Arlington
DESCRIPTION:THIS WAS NOT OUR BACKUP PLAN! Our backyard concert series continues with Backup Plan! Good friend of the house Ariel and his band will be taking over the patio for a summer Saturday night filled with live music\, good vibes\, and great company. We’ll have drinks and light snacks available. Stick around after the concert for Jacob’s Birthday Havdalah and house party as we keep the summer celebration going. \n \nAccommodations: None \n \nOrganization: Moishe House Arlington \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/moho-concert-series-backup-plan-with-moishe-house-arlington/
LOCATION:Address shared upon RSVP.\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260725T213000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260725T235900
DTSTAMP:20260714T165942Z
CREATED:20260714T165942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T165942Z
UID:10002334-1785015000-1785023940@gatherdc.org
SUMMARY:Jacob's Birthday Party with Moishe House Arlington
DESCRIPTION:🚨🚨 BREAKING NEWS 🚨🚨 The refs have reviewed the play 🏈📺🔬. The ruling on the field is: birthday. 🎂😤🎉🚨 Jacob is once again becoming alarmingly older 👴📈⏳🙈🐒. \nTo commemorate this historic occasion 📜🏛️🦅\, you are hereby summoned 🫵⚡📣 to a 🌅✨ BIRTHDAY HOUSE PARTY ✨🎉 featuring 🍻 drinks 🍹🍺\, 🍕 snacks 🍿🌮\, 🎶 live music in the backyard 🎸🌳🌅\, questionable dance moves 🕺💃🪩🙈\, and an 🕺irresponsibly✨ high concentration of Jewish young adults™ \nCome at 7:30 PM 🕢⏰ for live music 🎵🌅🎸\, stay for Jacob’s final Havdalah as a Moishe House resident 😭🕯️💙\, and then help send him into retirement (from residency\, not life… probably 👴🚑🙈) the only way we know how: snacks 🍕🍪\, stories 📖😂\, dancing 💃🕺🪩\, and singing 🎤🎶 until Jacob loses his voice 🗣️🐸✨. \nThis is your **FINAL** opportunity 🚨⚠️ to experience Jacob in his natural habitat 🦅🌳📦 before he migrates to a different zip code 📬🚚🧭 (Go Terps 🐢🔥). Scientists 🧪🥼📊 have determined there’s a 194% chance you MUST attend 📈💯🚨\, and missing it may result in contracting gigaFOMO 🤒📉😭🦝. RSVP 💌📲 before Uranus enters retrograde 🪐✨🔮🙉. May the odds be ever in your flavor. 🌭🫡🦅🇺🇸🐒🔥 \n \nAccommodations: None \n \nOrganization: Moishe House Arlington \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/jacobs-birthday-party-with-moishe-house-arlington/
LOCATION:Address shared upon RSVP.\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T210000
DTSTAMP:20260709T152330Z
CREATED:20260709T152330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T152330Z
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SUMMARY:Wine\, Jazz & Poetry: A Tu B’Av Celebration of Love with Pozez JCC of Northern VA
DESCRIPTION:Wine\, Jazz & Poetry: A Tu B’Av Celebration of Love\nTuesday\, July 28 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm\nThis mid-summer night\, we invite singles\, couples\, and friends alike to join us for a relaxed\, romantic evening filled with fine wine\, light appetizers\, soulful music\, and meaningful connection. \nWhat is love? Why do we seek it? And how has the Jewish tradition shaped our understanding of it over the centuries? \nFor thousands of years\, Jewish poets\, musicians\, and mystics have grappled with these questions. Tonight\, we join that timeless conversation. \nThe Evening’s Elements: \nWine – Wine and love have always gone hand-in-hand in Jewish tradition—from the passionate verses of the Song of Songs and the Golden Age of Spain to modern Israeli poetry. We’ll keep the conversation flowing with a selection of kosher wines. \nJazz – It is hard to imagine a warm\, slow summer night without the sultry sounds of jazz. Our musical journey will explore beautiful\, romantic expressions of love from some of the greatest masters of the genre\, including George Gershwin\, Irving Berlin\, Jerome Kern\, Jerry Bock\, Richard Rodgers\, and Cole Porter. \nMusical Guides:\nVladimir Fridman – Guitar & Vocals\nBob Abbott – Contrabass\nChristine Kharazian – Violin \nPoetry & Discussion – From the first moments in the Garden of Eden to the modern verses of Yehuda Amichai\, we will travel through time to read and discuss a broad\, eclectic curation of Jewish love texts—both classical and contemporary. \nYou – Bring an open heart and a desire to unwind. Come ready to relax\, enjoy great music\, and connect with a community of peers as we discover the many dimensions of love this Tu B’Av. \nAdmission: $25 JCC Members / $30 Non-members\nCost Range: $25 – $30 \n \nAccommodations: None \n \nOrganization: Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/wine-jazz-poetry-a-tu-bav-celebration-of-love-with-pozez-jcc-of-northern-va/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031-3123\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Zina Segal":MAILTO:zina.segal@thej.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T210000
DTSTAMP:20260721T171037Z
CREATED:20260721T171037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260721T171037Z
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SUMMARY:Lox Meets Bagel: Speed Dating with a Twist for Tu B'Av with NOVA Tribe
DESCRIPTION:The largest Jewish singles event for ages 22-45 is back this summer! \nIt’s almost time for the Jewish holiday of love\, Tu B’Av! Come celebrate with us at the biggest Jewish speed dating event in the DC area\, the 18th Lox Meets Bagel! \nJoin NOVA Tribe\, Stacy’s Social Circles and nearly 100 Jewish young professionals\, for 20’s and 30’s\, and early 40s speed dating with a twist. \nAvoid the the awkard approach in a big room of singles and get connected to someone right for you\, your first date is a curated match! \n*Curated first speed date with a personalized match just for you! \n*A welcome drink (beer\,wine\, or non alcoholic) (other food/drink available for purchase) \n*Sign up with a friend of the opposite gender and get an extra free drink ticket \n*You will be individually matched for 8-10 mini one-on-one dates with others your age and mingle with everyone in the room during our NEW icebreaker activity. \n*We are also at a NEW venue this year so we will have more space to talk and 2 rooms to mingle in. \nThis event always sells out in advance!! \nMake sure to reserve your space as we only have a certain number of male and female spots in order to keep numbers even. \n📅 Date: Tuesday\, July 28 \n⏰ Time: 6:45 PM doors\, 7:15 PM speed dating\, 8:15 PM mingle activity \nAges: 22-45*matched with others your age \n📍 Location: Rosslyn -Exact venue location sent to those that are registered*  it will be near Rosslyn metro and has free parking garage! \n \nAccommodations: ADA Accessible Venue \n \nOrganization: NOVA Tribe Series \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/lox-meets-bagel-speed-dating-with-a-twist-for-tu-bav-with-nova-tribe/
LOCATION:Rosslyn\, VA\, 22201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Stacy Miller":MAILTO:stacy.is.social@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260729T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260729T203000
DTSTAMP:20260610T171733Z
CREATED:20260610T171733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T171733Z
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SUMMARY:America at 250: Summer Limmud Series with Temple Rodef Shalom
DESCRIPTION:Summer Limmud Series: America at 250\nWednesdays\, July 8\, 15\, and 29\, and Tuesday\, July 21\, 2026 | 7:00 PM\nAs America approaches its 250th anniversary\, join the clergy of Temple Rodef Shalom for a four-part Summer Limmud series exploring the rich and evolving story of Jewish life in the United States. Through history\, music\, culture\, and ideas\, we’ll examine the changing role of Jews in America\, the influence of Jewish composers and artists\, the history of Mah Jongg\, and American Jewish perspectives on nationhood and identity.\nSession Topics:\nJuly 8: The Role of Jews as Citizens in America and the DMV\, with Lauren Strauss and Rabbi Jeffrey Saxe\nJuly 15: America’s Most Influential Jewish Composers\, with Cantor Michael Shochet and Cantor Sydney Michaeli\nJuly 21: The Jewish History of Mah Jongg\, with Professor Annelise Heinz and Rabbi Sarah Tasman\nJuly 29: Prayers for Our Country: American Jewish Voices on Nation and Identity\, with Rabbi Alexandra Stein\nOpen to the community. Attend one session or the entire series.\nRegistration: https://templerodefshalom.shulcloud.com/form/summer-limmud-america-250.html \n \nAccommodations: ADA Accessible Venue;Other \nOther Accommodations – When registering you can request accommodations for your specific needs. \nOrganization: Temple Rodef Shalom \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/america-at-250-summer-limmud-series-with-temple-rodef-shalom-2/
LOCATION:Temple Rodef Shalom\, 2100 Westmoreland St.\, Falls Church\, Virginia\, 22043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260729T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260729T210000
DTSTAMP:20260722T164311Z
CREATED:20260722T164311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T164311Z
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SUMMARY:Adam's Birthday Bonfire Blast with Moishe House Arlington
DESCRIPTION:Come celebrate possibly one person’s favorite Moishe House Arlington resident whose name starts with an A and ends with an M. He’s only one year older but it certainly doesn’t look that way. There’ll be hot dogs (kosher meat and veggie)\, spiced fries\, marshmallows and one big beautiful bonfire. Bring a friend or come on your own! \n \nAccommodations: None \n \nOrganization: Moishe House Arlington \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/adams-birthday-bonfire-blast-with-moishe-house-arlington/
LOCATION:Address shared upon RSVP.\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260731T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260731T213000
DTSTAMP:20260722T164139Z
CREATED:20260722T164139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T164139Z
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SUMMARY:Jacob's Pop Star Shabbat: Curtain Call with Moishe House Arlington
DESCRIPTION:Every icon deserves a curtain call\, and this Shabbat is Jacob’s final Shabbat as a Moishe House resident. Join us in celebrating two years of community\, glitter\, and glam✨. Feel free to dress as your favorite pop star ⭐🎶 (bonus points for Sabrina Carpenter 💋☕). Come enjoy a home-cooked Shabbat meal featuring Jacob’s favorite dishes 🍽️✨\, so let’s make sure all of Jacob’s favorite people are there as well! 🫶🕯️ Let’s celebrate together and end this chapter with ruach\, mishpacha\, and one final standing ovation 🫶🎭 RSVP Here: https://dinners.onetable.org/events/70fde901-dfa3-43bc-8010-c944f5730986/details?shared=true \n \nAccommodations: None \n \nOrganization: Moishe House Arlington \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/jacobs-pop-star-shabbat-curtain-call-with-moishe-house-arlington/
LOCATION:Address shared upon RSVP.\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social
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