April 8, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Passover Prep: A Mock Seder & Chametz Dinner with Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia Near the Court House Metro Station Apartment Building Community Room -- Address emailed out after registration, Arlington, Virginia, United States Passover Prep: A Mock Seder & Chametz Dinner Tuesday, April 8 @ 6:00 pm Are you hosting Passover Seder for the first time? Are you a seasoned Seder-Leader looking for new tips and tricks? Do you believe in the Haggadah value, ÒEveryone who is hungry - come and eat'? We've got you covered! Get ready for Passover with a hands-on Mock Seder where we'll walk through the key parts of a traditional Seder and explore their meanings; making the experience interactive and fun! Bring a box of pasta to donate to the food bank, then stay for a delicious pasta dinner as we clear out Òchametz' (not Kosher for Passover food') before the holiday begins. Join us for an evening of learning, giving, and great food! Most enjoyed by adults and children ages 10+. $15 per person $15
March 10, 2025 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Esther’s Wisdom: A Blueprint for Women Leaders with Pozez JCC Near the Court House Metro Station Apartment Building Community Room -- Address emailed out after registration, Arlington, Virginia, United States Esther's Wisdom: A Blueprint for Women Leaders Monday, March 10 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Between International Women's Day and Purim, we invite all ladies of Northern Virginia to explore Queen Esther's leadership to become even more courageous, purposeful, and successful leaders. During this powerful workshop, we will explore some Jewish texts with Zina Segal (Pozez JCC Sr. Director, Community Impact and Engagement) and learn leadership skills with Priscilla Askenas (Leadership Coach). Through practical exercises and reflective discussions, participants will embrace their unique strengths, build meaningful connections, and step into their own ÒEsther moment' to inspire change and create a lasting legacy. Wine and appetizers provided. Fee: $18 in advance, $25 at the door Speaker Bios: Priscilla Askenas is an international law, governance, and foreign policy expert. She played a pivotal role in identifying workable solutions to counter violent extremism, strengthening governance a $18
February 8, 2025 @ 7:00 pm - 10:30 pm Drag Queen Bingo with Pozez JCC Near the Court House Metro Station Apartment Building Community Room -- Address emailed out after registration, Arlington, Virginia, United States Drag Queen Bingo Saturday, February 8 @ 7:00 pm - 10:30 pm Glamour, Games, and Giggles. It's Drag Queen Bingo at the J! Doors Open: 7:00 PM Bingo Games and Entertainment: 7:30 PM to 10:30PM Bring your friends and join us for an outrageous evening of fun and entertainment, fabulous prizes, and loads of laughs as two dazzling local drag queens emcee the evening. Everyone is welcome to join in on the fun! Bring your own snacks and non-alcoholic beverages to enjoy during the event. Cash bar will be available to keep the good times flowing. Reserve your tickets today! For more information, sponsorship inquiries, or to purchase tickets, email Michelle Pearlstein at Michelle.Pearlstein@theJ.org. Tickets: $36 per person (available for purchase in advance or at the door) $200 for a table that seats six people Interested in Sponsorship Opportunities? Contact us to learn how you can showcase your business and support this grand event! Cost Range: 36 - 200 $118
February 6, 2025 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm The Afro-Semitic Experience: Evening of Music & Songs About Freedom w/ Pozez JCC Near the Court House Metro Station Apartment Building Community Room -- Address emailed out after registration, Arlington, Virginia, United States The Afro-Semitic Experience - A Special Evening of Music & Songs About Freedom Thursday, February 6 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm In Honor of Black History Month Featuring The Afro-Semitic Experience, an American roots jazz band Join us for an evening of unique entertainment and ruach with The Afro-Semitic Experience, a group of Jewish American and African American musicians who have been performing, recording, and teaching together for 25 years. Their friendship ignites their passion and purpose. Together, as a band, they merge their musical roots - Jewish and Afro-diasporic melodies, grooves, and cultures, combining the core concepts of ˆse and shalom - power, action, unity, and peace. Their music embodies the radical notion that people of different faiths, races, and beliefs can come together, celebrate and build community. The band's repertoire is a mix of original compositions and arrangements that bring the message of Unity in the Community to all audiences. ÒImagine Charles Mingus sit $30
January 30, 2025 @ 7:00 pm - 10:30 pm ReelAbilities Film Festival – Opening Night with Pozez JCC Near the Court House Metro Station Apartment Building Community Room -- Address emailed out after registration, Arlington, Virginia, United States ReelAbilities Film Festival - Opening Night Thursday, January 30 @ 7:00 pm - 10:30 pm Breaking Barriers: The Intersection of Disability and Creativity 7pm-9pm (Film and Panel), 9pm-10:30pm (Reception) Experience an inspiring evening as we explore the powerful intersection of disability and creativity. The evening will feature a screening of Left Alone Rhapsody, a documentary about pianist and composer John Bayless, who, after a life-altering stroke, reinvents himself as a one-handed musician and storyteller. Following the film, engage in a thought-provoking discussion on how individuals with disabilities are reshaping the arts and pushing creative boundaries. This event celebrates the resilience and innovation of artists who prove that disability is not a limitation but a powerful tool for unique expression. We invite you to stay for a special reception to continue the conversation in a more relaxed setting. Enjoy delicious food and drinks while you experience the new gallery exhib $15
January 29, 2025 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Comics, Comedy and Cocktails with Pozez JCC Near the Court House Metro Station Apartment Building Community Room -- Address emailed out after registration, Arlington, Virginia, United States Comics, Comedy and Cocktails Wednesday, January 29 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Session 1: Jewish History of Comics: A detailed history of what it means to be Jewish on a comic book panel Join us for an engaging evening of drinks, jokes and comics. Between giants of the comic book industry like Jack Kirby and Joe Simon, or Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster, there are also Jewish characters like Ben Grimm and Magneto. How does a Jewish industry create and portray Jewish characters and superheroes? Join us as we explore the history of Jewish creators and their creations and finally answer the question: Are Spider-Man and Superman Jewish? Featuring Sasha Kaplan, Comic Book Historian Sasha Kaplan is a comic book historian, Jewish representation expert, and pop culture commentator. She holds a master's degree in US History and educates people about Jewish history, Jewish people, and issues of Jewish portrayal in TV, film, and comics at various events, synagogues, and comic cons. Her work has bee $25
January 27, 2025 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm La Nona Kanta–The Remarkable Life of Flory Jagoda with Pozez JCC Near the Court House Metro Station Apartment Building Community Room -- Address emailed out after registration, Arlington, Virginia, United States La Nona Kanta–The Remarkable Life of Flory Jagoda Monday, January 27 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Featuring Trio Sefardi A Concert in Commemoration of International Holocaust Remembrance Day Join us for a special multi-media show by Trio Sefardi in commemoration of International Holocaust Remembrance Day. ÒLa Nona Kanta' is a tale of survival and courage that has significant relevance in today's turbulent world. In filmed interviews, Flory Jagoda tells the true story of how music helped her escape from Nazi-occupied Yugoslavia when she was a teenager; how she made a life in the United States; and how she turned the tragic fate of her family and Balkan Sephardic culture into a celebration of five centuries of faith and tradition, giving meaning to the rest of her life, and delighting audiences worldwide. After the show there will be a short discussion/question & answer session with the audience. ÒLa Nona Kanta' spotlights the age-old existential threat of prejudice and hatred and is a moving $25
January 26, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm MLK Service Day at the J with Pozez JCC Near the Court House Metro Station Apartment Building Community Room -- Address emailed out after registration, Arlington, Virginia, United States Join us on January 26, 2025 for a meaningful and impactful Martin Luther King, Jr Day of Service (MLK) at the JCC. Honoring the legacy of MLK, we invite you to give back to the community, while making new friends, and learning together. Whether you enjoy building things or are a craft enthusiast, there's a project for you to enjoy. This day is about coming together, making an impact, and honoring the spirit of service. No experience necessary–just bring your enthusiasm and a willingness to contribute! For Families with Young Children: Kick off the day at 10am with Drew Blue Shoes' magical performance! Bring brand-new pajamas for children of all ages to donate, and enjoy a pizza lunch while helping sort the pajamas & writing cards for distribution to children in need. For Adults, Teens, and Tweens: At 11am, choose between two impactful service projects: Build garden boxes for our new community garden, helping provide fresh produce to those in need. Create cozy fleece blankets for hos $12
January 23, 2025 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Jewish Life in Poland Today: Old Wounds, New Vision with Pozez JCC Near the Court House Metro Station Apartment Building Community Room -- Address emailed out after registration, Arlington, Virginia, United States Jewish Life in Poland Today: Old Wounds, New Vision Thursday, January 23 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Featuring: Martin Kabat, Chair, Kosciuszko Foundation DC Polish Film Festival, Former Chair, Humanities Program, Washington College (Maryland) Brian Ganz, widely regarded as a leading pianist of his generation Panelists: Dr. Adrian Chrobot, Political Counsellor, Embassy of Republic of Poland Regina Worsnop, Biochemist, Grad. Univ. of Wroclaw, forced to leave Poland in 1968 Tom Zier, Assistant Dir., Political Outreach, American Jewish Committee The Jewish relationship to Poland is still colored by memories of the Holocaust and the treatment of Jews after the war. But today, Jewish life in Poland is thriving, both because of efforts made by the Republic of Poland's government and by private organizations. Perhaps surprisingly, while we are hearing so much about antisemitism across Europe and the US, there is now a rebirth of Jewish life and culture in Poland, especially in the big cities of War $15
