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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T190000
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SUMMARY:Art Under a Full Moon: Celebrating Tu B’Av with the Den Collective
DESCRIPTION:Tu B’Av\, the 15th day of the Hebrew month of Av\, is often known as the Jewish day of love. Ancient Jewish tradition describes people gathering in borrowed white garments and dancing in the vineyards\, celebrating connection\, possibility\, and joy. \nJoin us for an evening of learning\, creativity\, and reflection as we explore the history\, traditions\, and deeper meanings of Tu B’Av through Jewish text study and conversation. Together\, we’ll consider themes of love\, connection\, hope\, and renewal\, as well as the tradition of increasing Torah study during this season as the nights begin to lengthen. \nFollowing our learning\, we’ll engage in an art-making experience using the Jewish Studio Process\, a creative practice that emphasizes curiosity\, reflection\, and the process of creating rather than the finished product itself. Whether you’re an experienced artist or haven’t picked up a paintbrush in years\, this is an opportunity to explore\, create\, and connect in a supportive community setting. \nCome learn\, create\, and bask in the beautiful light of this special full moon. \nNo experience necessary. Everyone is welcome. This gathering will take place in Northwest DC. Specific location and additional details will be shared with registrants after the registration deadline. \n \nAccommodations: None \n \nOrganization: The Den Collective \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/art-under-a-full-moon-celebrating-tu-bav-with-the-den-collective/
LOCATION:Specific location and additional details will be shared with registrants after the registration deadline.\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning
ORGANIZER;CN="Sophie Farwagi":MAILTO:sophie@thedencollective.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T190000
DTSTAMP:20260624T170205Z
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SUMMARY:Shabbat Chazon: Visions for Our Future with the Den Collective
DESCRIPTION:As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary and we prepare for Shabbat Chazon\, the “Shabbat of Vision” that precedes Tisha B’Av\, we are invited to reflect on the world around us and the future we hope to help create. \nJoin us for an afternoon of learning\, conversation\, and reflection as we explore the complexities of Jewish life in America today. Together\, we’ll engage with Jewish texts\, prayers\, and traditions that speak to questions of citizenship\, responsibility\, patriotism\, and moral vision. \nDrawing inspiration from the words of the prophet Isaiah\, who calls us to “cease to do evil and learn to do good\,” we’ll consider what it means to hold hope\, responsibility\, and possibility at a moment of both challenge and opportunity. We’ll also create space to share our own visions for the future and reflect on the values we hope will guide us forward. \nWhether you’re interested in Jewish thought\, civic engagement\, contemporary issues\, or simply meaningful conversation in community\, we invite you to join us. \nNo experience necessary. Everyone is welcome. This gathering will take place in DC. Specific location and additional details will be shared with registrants after the registration deadline. \n \nAccommodations: None \n \nOrganization: The Den Collective \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/shabbat-chazon-visions-for-our-future-with-the-den-collective/
LOCATION:Specific location and additional details will be shared with registrants after the registration deadline.\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Sophie Farwagi":MAILTO:sophie@thedencollective.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260710T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260710T213000
DTSTAMP:20260624T162411Z
CREATED:20260624T162411Z
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SUMMARY:Mizrahi Shabbat Dinner: Journeys\, Stories\, and Shared Tables with the Den
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Shabbat evening of storytelling\, reflection\, learning\, and delicious homemade food as we explore the many journeys that have shaped Jewish life across generations.\nInspired by the week’s Torah portion\, Parashat Matot-Masei\, and the theme of journey\, we’ll gather around the table to reflect on the paths that brought us here: our own journeys\, our families’ stories\, and the rich histories of Jewish communities around the world. Together\, we’ll consider what it means to belong to a people whose story spans continents\, cultures\, and centuries. \nWe’ll also explore the vibrant history of Mizrahi Jewish communities and the many places Jews have called home throughout history\, from Baghdad to Casablanca and beyond. Through conversation and shared learning\, we’ll broaden our understanding of Jewish life while honoring the diverse experiences that continue to shape our community today. \nAlong the way\, we’ll enjoy a homemade Shabbat meal\, including fresh pita made from scratch\, creating space for meaningful conversation\, curiosity\, and connection around the table. \nWhether you’re interested in Jewish history\, family stories\, cultural traditions\, or simply sharing a warm Shabbat meal in community\, we’d love to have you join us. \nNo experience necessary. Everyone is welcome. This gathering will take place in Maryland. Specific location and additional details will be shared with registrants after the registration deadline. \n \nAccommodations: None \n \nOrganization: The Den Collective \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/mizrahi-shabbat-dinner-journeys-stories-and-shared-tables-with-the-den/
LOCATION:Specific location and additional details will be shared with registrants after the registration deadline.\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Sophie Farwagi":MAILTO:sophie@thedencollective.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T170000
DTSTAMP:20260527T171743Z
CREATED:20260527T171743Z
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SUMMARY:Iron Sharpening Iron: The Art of Jewish Disagreement with the Den Collective
DESCRIPTION:Jewish tradition holds a long and rich history of sacred disagreement: of questioning\, debating\, challenging\, and refining ideas in the pursuit of deeper understanding. In this gathering\, we’ll explore what Judaism teaches about productive disagreement: the balance between conviction and humility\, the importance of openness and restraint\, and the moments when debate can lose its moral center. \nTogether\, we’ll engage with Jewish wisdom and meaningful conversation around how we navigate differences in our relationships\, communities\, and daily lives. How do we disagree without losing one another? What does it mean to sharpen each other thoughtfully and compassionately\, rather than tear each other down? \nWhether you love spirited discussion or are simply curious about Jewish approaches to dialogue\, disagreement\, and growth\, this gathering offers space for reflection\, learning\, and authentic conversation in community. \nNo experience necessary. Everyone is welcome. This gathering will take place in Silver Spring\, Maryland. Specific location and additional details will be shared with registrants after the registration deadline. \nSign Up by June 24 \n \nAccommodations: None \n \nOrganization: The Den Collective \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/iron-sharpening-iron-the-art-of-jewish-disagreement-with-the-den-collective/
LOCATION:Specific location and additional details will be shared with registrants after the registration deadline.\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning
ORGANIZER;CN="Sophie Farwagi":MAILTO:sophie@thedencollective.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260607T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260607T173000
DTSTAMP:20260527T160849Z
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SUMMARY:Torah ROCKs: Exploring Wisdom in Stone with the Den Collective
DESCRIPTION:What can stones teach us about memory\, resilience\, and the stories we carry? \nJoin us for an afternoon of creativity\, learning\, and connection as we explore the role of stones throughout Jewish tradition. Together\, we’ll engage with Jewish texts and discussion that invite us to reflect on the ways physical objects can hold meaning\, mark moments of transformation\, and help us remember where we’ve been. \nAfter learning together\, we’ll move into a hands-on rock painting experience\, creating our own meaningful pieces inspired by the themes we explore. \nWhether you love creative projects\, meaningful conversation\, or simply gathering in community\, this is an opportunity to slow down\, reflect\, and create something beautiful together. \nNo experience necessary. Everyone is welcome. This gathering will take place in Montgomery County\, with the specific location and additional details shared with registrants after the registration deadline. \nSign Up by June 3 \n \nAccommodations: None \n \nOrganization: The Den Collective \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/torah-rocks-exploring-wisdom-in-stone-with-the-den-collective/
LOCATION:Specific location and additional details will be shared with registrants after the registration deadline.\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning
ORGANIZER;CN="Sophie Farwagi":MAILTO:sophie@thedencollective.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T143000
DTSTAMP:20260527T170644Z
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SUMMARY:Lunch + Learn Shabbat Potluck: Queer Torah with the Den Collective
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Shabbat Lunch + Learn gathering where we will explore stories of beauty\, intimacy\, and connection within Jewish tradition. \nTogether\, we’ll dive into teachings and legends surrounding Rabbi Yochanan\, whose extraordinary beauty became the subject of fascination throughout the Talmud\, and explore the deep bond he shared with his spiritual partner and closest companion. Were they simply dear friends and study partners\, or could there have been something romantic to their connection? Through conversation\, reflection\, and shared learning\, we’ll consider how queer readings can open new possibilities within Jewish tradition and help us encounter familiar stories in new and meaningful ways. \nWe’ll gather over a relaxed\, potluck-style Shabbat lunch\, creating space for thoughtful discussion\, curiosity\, and connection in community. \nThis gathering is open to those who identify as LGBTQIA+. No prior learning experience necessary. This gathering will take place in Northwest DC. Specific location and additional details will be shared with registrants after the registration deadline. \nSign Up by June 3 \n \nAccommodations: None \n \nOrganization: The Den Collective \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/lunch-learn-shabbat-potluck-queer-torah-with-the-den-collective/
LOCATION:Specific location and additional details will be shared with registrants after the registration deadline.\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning
ORGANIZER;CN="Sophie Farwagi":MAILTO:sophie@thedencollective.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260412T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260412T170000
DTSTAMP:20260318T192503Z
CREATED:20260318T192503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T192503Z
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SUMMARY:You Didn't Hear This From Me…with the Den Collective
DESCRIPTION:This session is a playful deep‑dive into one of humanity’s favorite pastimes: GOSSIP. Inspired by the hit podcast Normal Gossip\, we’ll ask the essential question: How do we balance the joy of storytelling with the responsibility of speech?  \nTogether we’ll explore Jewish wisdom\, modern social psychology\, and the cultural roots of gossip. And yes\, we’ll share some “normal” gossip along the way\, reimagining how Jewish texts and tradition can guide us toward gossip that is joyful\, ethical\, and deeply human. \nNo experience necessary. Everyone is welcome. This class will take place in Montgomery County; carpooling from the nearest metro station will be offered to those who need it. Specific location and additional details will be shared with registrants after the registration deadline. \n \n \nOrganization: The Den Collective \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/you-didnt-hear-this-from-mewith-the-den-collective/
LOCATION:Specific location and additional details will be shared with registrants after the registration deadline.\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning
ORGANIZER;CN="Sophie Farwagi":MAILTO:sophie@thedencollective.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260410T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260410T210000
DTSTAMP:20260318T193451Z
CREATED:20260318T193451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T193451Z
UID:10001969-1775847600-1775854800@gatherdc.org
SUMMARY:Pasta Shabbat! 🍝 with the Den Collective
DESCRIPTION:Now that Passover has ended\, join us for a jovial Shabbat dinner where we can once again enjoy our favorite forms of chametz: bread\, pasta\, and of course\, plenty of challah!   \nNo experience necessary. Everyone is welcome. Specific location and additional details will be shared with registrants after the registration deadline. \n \n \nOrganization: The Den Collective \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/pasta-shabbat-%f0%9f%8d%9d-with-the-den-collective/
LOCATION:Specific location and additional details will be shared with registrants after the registration deadline.\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning
ORGANIZER;CN="Sophie Farwagi":MAILTO:sophie@thedencollective.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260405T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260405T170000
DTSTAMP:20260318T194058Z
CREATED:20260318T194058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T194058Z
UID:10001970-1775401200-1775408400@gatherdc.org
SUMMARY:Passover: Freedom + Responsibility with the Den Collective
DESCRIPTION:Join us this Passover as we reflect on the moral weight of liberation. Once a people steps into freedom and self determination\, what responsibilities arise? To protect the vulnerable\, to use power with care\, and to ensure that our own freedom does not come at the cost of another’s? \nWe’ll engage in some learning and guided discussion\, exploring Jewish wisdom and texts and reflecting as a group.  \nNo experience necessary. Everyone is welcome. Specific location and additional details will be shared with registrants after the registration deadline. \n \n \nOrganization: The Den Collective \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/passover-freedom-responsibility-with-the-den-collective/
LOCATION:Specific location and additional details will be shared with registrants after the registration deadline.\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning
ORGANIZER;CN="Sophie Farwagi":MAILTO:sophie@thedencollective.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260323T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260323T210000
DTSTAMP:20260210T151700Z
CREATED:20260210T151700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T151700Z
UID:10001815-1774292400-1774299600@gatherdc.org
SUMMARY:Stories of Liberation and Freedom: Then and Now with the Den Collective
DESCRIPTION:The Passover story begins in Egypt and moves through plagues\, courage\, and ultimately\, the journey to freedom. Jewish tradition has been telling and retelling this story for thousands of years\, and each generation adds new layers. \nIn this learning session\, we’ll explore a range of texts – ancient and modern – that grapple with slavery\, plagues\, and the ongoing fight for liberation. Together we’ll ask: How have Jews across time understood oppression and freedom? What feels resonant or challenging for us today? \nNo experience necessary. Everyone is welcome. Specific location and additional details will be shared with registrants after the registration deadline. \n \n \nOrganization: The Den Collective \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/stories-of-liberation-and-freedom-then-and-now-with-the-den-collective/
LOCATION:Specific location and additional details will be shared with registrants after the registration deadline.\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning
ORGANIZER;CN="Sophie Farwagi":MAILTO:sophie@thedencollective.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260313T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260313T210000
DTSTAMP:20260217T151507Z
CREATED:20260217T151507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T151507Z
UID:10001798-1773428400-1773435600@gatherdc.org
SUMMARY:Purim Shabbat - Queer Edition! with the Den Collective
DESCRIPTION:Purim is the wildly joyful holiday where we celebrate the story of Esther\, costumes\, and courageous laughter in the face of fear.  Join us to continue embracing the joy of Purim together in Queer community. We will explore the Queerness of the holiday with some special learning and a Shabbat feast surrounded by friends\, new and old. These times are tough for so many of us. Let us lean into both community and our Jewish tradition\, which teaches us to seek out the moments of joy even in the darkest of times!  \nNo experience necessary. Come as you are\, but costumes are welcome and highly encouraged! This gathering is open to everyone who identifies as LGBT+. Specific location and additional details will be shared with registrants after the registration deadline. \n \n \nOrganization: The Den Collective \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/purim-shabbat-queer-edition-with-the-den-collective/
LOCATION:Specific location and additional details will be shared with registrants after the registration deadline.\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning
ORGANIZER;CN="Sophie Farwagi":MAILTO:sophie@thedencollective.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T210000
DTSTAMP:20260210T151552Z
CREATED:20260210T151552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T151552Z
UID:10001814-1773342000-1773349200@gatherdc.org
SUMMARY:How to Host Your Own Seder with the Den Collective
DESCRIPTION:A Seder is the ritual meal that marks the start of Passover (Pesach)\, where we retell the Exodus story\, share symbolic foods\, and make the journey from slavery to freedom together around the table.  \nIf you’ve ever wanted to host a Seder but felt overwhelmed by where to begin\, this gathering is for you. Join us for a relaxed\, hands-on evening where we’ll demystify the art of hosting Passover! \nWhether you’re planning your first Seder or looking to refresh your approach\, this gathering will walk you through everything you need to know: from setting the table and creating a welcoming atmosphere to leading the rituals and making it meaningful for your guests. We’ll cover the basics\, share practical tips\, and answer all your questions in a judgment-free space. New to Passover traditions? Perfectly welcome! Seasoned host looking for fresh ideas? Come share your wisdom! \nNo experience necessary. Everyone is welcome. Specific location and additional details will be shared with registrants after the registration deadline. Space is limited – please RSVP to reserve your spot. \n \n \nOrganization: The Den Collective \n \nLivestream or Virtual: No\, it’s not
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/how-to-host-your-own-seder-with-the-den-collective/
LOCATION:Specific location and additional details will be shared with registrants after the registration deadline.\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning
ORGANIZER;CN="Sophie Farwagi":MAILTO:sophie@thedencollective.org
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