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SUMMARY:Birthday Card Writing with Moishe House Arlington
DESCRIPTION:Start August with lots of smiles! Join us for a night of making birthday cards for kids in hospitals! With the help of the Confetti Foundation\, we’ll make birthday cards for kids who need a fun celebration. Help us bring these cards to life while we share a big pasta dinner together! \n \nAccommodations: None \n \nOrganization: Moishe House Arlington \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/birthday-card-writing-with-moishe-house-arlington/
LOCATION:Address shared upon RSVP.\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Giving Back
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260809T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260809T160000
DTSTAMP:20260708T171112Z
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SUMMARY:Shabbat Between Us: Part 1 with the Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia
DESCRIPTION:A two-part experience for couples of different faiths and cultural backgrounds to explore Shabbat as something we build together — in our own way. \nTwo Voices\, Four Elements\nAfternoon Tea\nSunday\, August 9 | 2:00 PM-4:00 PM | Pozez JCC\nA first gathering of conversation\, reflection\, and shared discovery.\nTogether\, we will explore Shabbat as a moment of pause and connection\, and begin to notice how ideas of light\, food\, rest\, and celebration appear across different cultures and traditions. \nIt’s a space to slow down\, share stories\, and begin shaping what Shabbat could mean for each couple. \nShabbat We Create Together: Dinner\nFriday\, August 28 | 6:30 PM-9:00 PM | Pozez JCC\nA shared Shabbat evening around the table\, where reflection becomes experience. Together\, we will step into a lived Shabbat — shaped by the people in the room\, the stories we bring\, and the traditions we carry. \nIt is an invitation to experience Shabbat not as something fixed\, but as something we create together. \nFee: $110 per JCC Member Couple/ $120 per Non-member Couple. (Includes participation in both events: Afternoon Tea and Shabbat dinner (appetizers\, main course\, side dishes\, wine). One registration per couple\, please add your partner’s name in the questions on the checkout pages.\nCost Range: $110 – $120 \n \nAccommodations: None \n \nOrganization: Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/shabbat-between-us-part-1-with-the-pozez-jcc-of-northern-virginia/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031-3123\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260810T190000
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DTSTAMP:20260727T180115Z
CREATED:20260727T180115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T180115Z
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SUMMARY:DIY Paper Flower Making with Moishe House Arlington
DESCRIPTION:A night of art and cutting paper. Join us for paper flower making and dinner. What better way to wind down from a Monday than to fold some paper and eat free dinner? All materials provided so just bring yourself! \n \nAccommodations: None \n \nOrganization: Moishe House Arlington \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/diy-paper-flower-making-with-moishe-house-arlington/
LOCATION:Address shared upon RSVP.\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T190000
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SUMMARY:Cheese Potluck @ The Park with Moishe House Arlington
DESCRIPTION:Park days are great. Potlucks are the best. Cheese…ok we get it. Bring your favorite cheese as we try them all at the park! We’ll bring some grapes and crackers and you all can supply the cheese. The more people\, the more cheese so please join us! \n \nAccommodations: None \n \nOrganization: Moishe House Arlington \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/cheese-potluck-the-park-with-moishe-house-arlington/
LOCATION:Address shared upon RSVP.\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260814T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260814T140000
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SUMMARY:Elul Immersive retreat with Rabbi Sarah Tasman and Naomi Malka with TRS
DESCRIPTION:Elul Immersive retreat with Rabbi Sarah Tasman and Naomi Malka\n Fri\, Aug. 14 | 10:00 AM\nBegin the sacred month of Elul with a half-day retreat designed to prepare for the High Holy Days. Through guided reflection\, journaling\, creative ritual\, and meaningful conversation\, participants will explore themes of self-awareness\, forgiveness\, renewal\, and teshuvah (return). Led by Rabbi Sarah Tasman and guest teacher Naomi Malka\, author of the forthcoming Bodies of Water\, this retreat offers a thoughtful opportunity to pause\, reflect\, and enter the season with intention. Open to all. \nhttps://templerodefshalom.shulcloud.com/form/elul-immersive-retreat-2026.html\nCost Range: $18 – $36 \n \nAccommodations: ADA Accessible Venue;Other \nOther Accommodations – Registrants can indicate any accessibility needs on the registration form. \nOrganization: Temple Rodef Shalom \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/elul-immersive-retreat-with-rabbi-sarah-tasman-and-naomi-malka-with-trs/
LOCATION:Temple Rodef Shalom\, 2100 Westmoreland St.\, Falls Church\, Virginia\, 22043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other
ORGANIZER;CN="Charla Wilkerson":MAILTO:communications@templerodefshalom.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T183000
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SUMMARY:Back-to-School Shabbat Dinner with Temple Beth Torah
DESCRIPTION:Summer is winding down and a new school year is right around the corner! Join Temple Beth Torah for a special Back-to-School Shabbat dinner for all ages to kick off the year with good food\, making your own Shabbat kit\, and a loving community.  \nRegistration Required by Thursday\, August 20. \n \nAccommodations: ADA Accessible Venue;Sensory Space Available \n \nOrganization: Temple Beth Torah \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/back-to-school-shabbat-dinner-with-temple-beth-torah/
LOCATION:Temple Beth Torah\, 4212 Technology Ct\, Chantilly\, 20151\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Lauren Laird":MAILTO:rabbi@bethtorah.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T130000
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SUMMARY:Shabbat on the Dock Shabbaton with Rodef 2100
DESCRIPTION:From Saturday\, August 22nd at 1 p.m. to the afternoon of Sunday\, August 23rd we will celebrate the end of Shabbat and the beginning of the week together on the lake in Lake of the Woods\, VA (between Fredericksburg and Culpepper). We will enjoy time outdoors (including havdalah at a local winery!) and delicious food\, and grow as Jewish leaders. \nShabbat on the Dock costs $50 for all meals\, activities\, and lodging\, and we’ll coordinate rides from Arlington and Falls Church for anyone who needs. (Rides will leave around 11:30 a.m.) Participation will be capped at 15 registrants. We’d love to see you there! \n \nAccommodations: None \n \nOrganization: Rodef 2100 \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/shabbat-on-the-dock-shabbaton-with-rodef-2100/
LOCATION:Address shared after registration\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260823T140000
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SUMMARY:Open House with Northern VA Hebrew Congregation  (NVHC)
DESCRIPTION:Family Friendly OPEN HOUSE.  Please stop by & visit our warm\, welcoming\, vibrant Reform Jewish Community.  This is an opportunity to actually meet & talk with our members who will be honored to highlight what makes our community so connected & special.  A tour of our building is offered as well as information about our special programming\, our school and our staff.  And of course\, there will be all four food groups – bagels & ice cream!! \n \nAccommodations: ADA Accessible Venue \n \nOrganization: Northern Virginia Hebrew Congregation \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/open-house-with-northern-va-hebrew-congregation-nvhc/
LOCATION:Northern VA Hebrew Congregation\, 1441 Wiehle Avenue\, Ashburn\, Reston\, VA 20190\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Lisa Folb":MAILTO:president@nvhcreston.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260829T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260829T190000
DTSTAMP:20260826T175413Z
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SUMMARY:Interreligious Community Picnic with Temple Rodef Shalom and Partners
DESCRIPTION:TRS is joining with other McLean-Area religious congregations to host a picnic in celebration of our country’s 250th anniversary. This event is part of the Faith250 initiative\, which works to build community and foster conversations centered around common values and aspirations for America. Faith250 has included sessions studying the core texts of our country’s origins as well as dialogues about American values. This outdoor event will be a 250 celebration including dinner\, music and a brief interfaith reflection. No registration required. Food is provided. \n \nAccommodations: None \n \nOrganization: Temple Rodef Shalom \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/interreligious-community-picnic-with-temple-rodef-shalom-and-partners/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Prayer Services
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260829T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260829T193000
DTSTAMP:20260806T172116Z
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SUMMARY:Concert: The Jewish Suite with Pozez JCC
DESCRIPTION:Concert: The Jewish Suite\nSaturday\, August 29 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm \nJoin us for an extraordinary musical journey with “The Jewish Suite\,” a vibrant\, original project inspired by the timeless and beloved musical “Fiddler on the Roof.” \nSpanning approximately one hour\, this beautifully crafted suite consists of nine distinct movements. The evening will start with a brief introduction\, guiding the audience through the history and narrative of each section before the music begins. \nA rich tapestry of sound and tradition blends in exclusive\, original arrangements with a deep exploration of Jewish musical heritage. The repertoire spans an array of ethnic traditions\, featuring vocal and instrumental pieces in Hebrew\, Yiddish\, Ladino\, and English. \nFeatured Performers \nPeter Slutsky – Baritone\nJerome Kawa – Violin\nPeter Omelchenko – Mandolin\nAnna Kusner – Guitar\nIgor Kozlov – Percussion \nTickets: $25 JCC Members/$30 Non-members \nQuestions? Contact AdultServices@theJ.org\nCost Range: $25 – $30 \n \nAccommodations: ADA Accessible Venue \n \nOrganization: Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/concert-the-jewish-suite-with-pozez-jcc/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260831T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260831T210000
DTSTAMP:20260826T175626Z
CREATED:20260826T175626Z
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SUMMARY:New to the Crew Happy Hour with Moishe House Arlington
DESCRIPTION:Whether you’re the fresh new face in town or just looking to break out of your usual social routine\, it’s time to meet more of the community! We’ll be at Punch Bowl Social for an evening of games\, happy hour vibes\, and excellent company. We’ll supply the free appetizers and a room full of (hopefully) awesome new people\, and you just bring yourself. Make sure to RSVP here on Partiful so we can text you where we’re sitting. \n \nAccommodations: None \n \nOrganization: Moishe House Arlington \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/new-to-the-crew-happy-hour-with-moishe-house-arlington/
LOCATION:Punch Bowl Social\, 4238 Wilson Blvd\, Ste 1180\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social
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