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SUMMARY:Conversational Hebrew Affinity Group (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Ages 16+Interested in practicing your Hebrew in a relaxed and welcoming environment? Join our Conversational Hebrew Affinity Group\, led by Dr. Cary Schwartzbach with the support of our Israeli Emissary\, Chen Sara. \n\n\n\nThis twice-monthly group is designed for those who would enjoy speaking Hebrew in a friendly\, informal setting while connecting with others who share an interest in the Hebrew language and Israeli culture. Sessions will include conversational practice\, discussion\, and opportunities to build confidence and fluency together. \n\n\n\nWhether you are looking to refresh your Hebrew skills\, expand your vocabulary\, or simply enjoy meaningful conversation\, we welcome you to be part of this engaging new community. An intermediate level of Hebrew or higher is recommended. \n\n\n\nQuestions? Contact AdultServices@theJ.orgFee: $0 JCC Members/ $15 Non-members
URL:http://thej.org/event/conversational-hebrew-affinity-group-in-person-8/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Israel Culture & Learning,Special Interest Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Services":MAILTO:AdultServices@theJ.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261025T173000
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SUMMARY:Great Big Challah Bake
DESCRIPTION:Join Jewish women of all backgrounds for an evening of connection\, tradition\, and community. We will sing and dance and\, of course\, knead and braid our challot to take home and bake! \n\n\n\nThis year\, we are proud to bake in pink. In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month\, our Great Big Challah Bake will celebrate the strength\, resilience\, and spirit of the women in our lives who have faced breast cancer\, those who are fighting\, those who have survived\, and those we carry in our hearts. Baking together is one of the most powerful ways we know to show up for one another\, and this year our challah carries that love. \n\n\n\nThis cherished annual event includes all baking supplies\, an apron\, delicious refreshments\, a take-home gift\, and more! \n\n\n\nArrive early to explore our Sponsor Fair in the Chaiken Auditorium\, featuring local Jewish organizations and businesses. \n\n\n\nSpace is limited\, so register early to reserve your spot! \n\n\n\nThis annual event is proudly hosted by Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia and Chabad Lubavitch of Northern Virginia.
URL:http://thej.org/event/great-big-challah-bake/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Family & Youth,Israel Culture & Learning,Jewish Holidays,Social Impact
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ORGANIZER;CN="Growing Jewish Families":MAILTO:FamilyAmbassadors@theJ.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261026T123000
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SUMMARY:News in Review Roundtable Discussion Group (Hybrid)
DESCRIPTION:Ages 18+In an era of continuous news\, understanding complex events can be challenging. We invite you to the J for our roundtable to engage in a focused discussion on current newsworthy topics. \n\n\n\nFacilitated alternately by Phyllis Klein\, Joshua Greene\, and Amihai & Debra GlazerFee: $0 JCC Member/ $15 Non-member
URL:http://thej.org/event/news-in-review-roundtable-discussion-group-hybrid-2/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC and Online
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Special Interest Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Services":MAILTO:AdultServices@theJ.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261026T140000
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SUMMARY:NEW! Navigating Life's Transitions: Aging Support Group (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Four Mondays (4th Monday each month): August 24\, September 28\, October 26\, and November 23 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM | Pozez JCC \n\n\n\nFacilitated by Jennifer Denk\, LCSW \n\n\n\nNavigating Life’s Transitions is a supportive\, monthly conversation group for older adults facing the many changes that come with aging. Whether you’re adjusting to retirement\, caregiving\, changes in health\, moving\, experiencing the loss of a loved one\, or simply finding your way through a new season of life\, join us for meaningful conversation\, connection\, and support in a welcoming environment. \n\n\n\nFee: Complimentary. Registration required. Donations to the JCC’s Adult Services Department are greatly appreciated. \n\n\n\nQuestions? Contact AdultServices@theJ.org; 703.537.3068 or eventsfc@eslliving.com; 571.730.8798. \n\n\n\nThis program is in partnership with The Reserve at Falls Church.
URL:http://thej.org/event/new-navigating-lifes-transitions-aging-support-group-in-person/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Special Interest Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Services":MAILTO:AdultServices@theJ.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261027T180000
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SUMMARY:Where Do We Belong? – The Women of Kfar Aza
DESCRIPTION:Film: “Where Do We Belong? – The Women of Kfar Aza”Film Director\, Movie Screening\, and Panel Discussion \n\n\n\nJoin us for this unique evening that will begin with a conversation with the film’s director\, followed by a screening of the film. The evening will close with a panel discussion featuring the director and two women from the Kfar Aza WhatsApp group\, offering a deeper look at October 7th\, community\, friendship\, and the ongoing process of rebuilding. \n\n\n\nAbout the Film“Where Do We Belong? – The Women of Kfar Aza” is an intimate 100-minute documentary about women from Kibbutz Kfar Aza navigating trauma\, loss\, motherhood\, and life after October 7th. \n\n\n\nWhat began as a small WhatsApp group of young women became an anchor of support and connection after the Hamas attack. Through the stories of three women rebuilding their lives\, the film explores not only individual experiences but the strength of a community coming together to rebuild a sense of home and belonging. \n\n\n\nThis program is free. RSVP required. We hope that you will support the Shlichut program and Israel engagement programs here. \n\n\n\nPresented in partnership with Congregation Olam Tikvah.
URL:http://thej.org/event/where-do-we-belong/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Arts & Culture,Israel Culture & Learning
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ORGANIZER;CN="Israel Programming":MAILTO:Chen.Sara@theJ.org
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SUMMARY:From Alliance to Friendship: Blacks\, Jews and Pluralistic Peoplehood
DESCRIPTION:The Fifth Annual Distinguished Lecture in Judaic Studies with Dr. David Weinfeld of Rowan University \n\n\n\nAt the dawn of the twentieth century\, cultural pluralism\, the precursor to modern multiculturalism\, emerged out of conversations between two philosophers\, Jewish immigrant Horace Kallen and Black American Alain Locke. Kallen and Locke understood friendship itself as a metaphor for cultural pluralism. Drawing inspiration from their story\, Dr. David Weinfeld of Rowan University posits friendship as a new framework to understand and imagine Black-Jewish relations\, replacing an older model of alliance. \n\n\n\nDr. David Weinfeld is a scholar of North American Judaism and Jewish history with a focus on ideas of diversity and the intersection of religion\, race\, ethnicity\, and culture. He received his PhD in Hebrew and Judaic Studies and History from New York University. His book\, An American Friendship: Horace Kallen\, Alain Locke\, and the Development of Cultural Pluralism\, was published by Cornell University Press in 2022. This book tracks the development of the idea of cultural pluralism–the precursor to modern multiculturalism–through the friendship of the two 20th century American philosophers who came up with the term\, Jewish immigrant Horace Kallen and African American Alain Locke. \n\n\n\nJoin us for a brief lecture by Dr. David Weinfeld of Rowan University\, followed by a conversation between the guest lecturer and Dr. LaNitra Berger\, Associate Professor of History and Art History at George Mason University and Board President of the Pozez JCC. \n\n\n\nCo-sponsored by GMU Judaic Studies\, GMU African and African American Studies\, Mason Hillel\, the Pozez JCC\, and the JCRC of Greater Washington \n\n\n\nQuestions? Please contact judaics@gmu.edu
URL:http://thej.org/event/from-alliance-to-friendship/
LOCATION:George Mason University\, 4441 George Mason Blvd\, Fairfax\, Virginia\, 22030
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261028T120000
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SUMMARY:Double Take Israel: Cultural Encounters a Two-Part Series
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the next chapter in our Double Take Israel series\, exploring cultural encounters and the many identities that shape Israeli society through film and conversation. Need not have attended the first screening to enjoy this film discussion.Attend one or both film screenings and discussions!Part 1: “Nevsu” (TV Series\, 26 Min)Wednesday\, October 28 | 12:00 PM – 2:30 PM | Pozez JCCCome view the popular Israeli comedy series about an Ethiopian-Israeli man and his Israeli wife as they navigate family\, marriage\, culture\, and the expectations of two different worlds. Through humor and family dynamics\, the series explores what it means to build a life between cultures.Before the film\, we’ll explore:-The Ethiopian-Israeli community today and how it has changed across generations-Ethiopian-Israeli identity\, family\, and belonging-A personal conversation with Yismaw Beyene\, Shaliach at Shaarei Torah\, about his story and the meaning of SigdPart 2: Movie: “The Band’s Visit” (90 Min)Wednesday\, December 2 | 12:00 PM–3:00 PM | Pozez JCCA quirky comedy about an Egyptian police orchestra who arrives in Israel for a concert but strands themselves in a remote\, desolate desert town due to a bus ticket misunderstanding. Over one quiet night\, the local townspeople take the musicians into their homes\, sparking unexpected\, deeply human connections through shared food\, grief\, and music.The program’s pre-film conversation will focus on cultural exchanges in Israel\, funny delegations that have visited Israel\, and behind-the-scenes stories about the film.Free admission. RSVP required. We hope that you will support the Shlichut program and Israel engagement programs here: https://give.thej.org/campaign/723271/donate
URL:http://thej.org/event/double-take-israel/2026-10-28/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Arts & Culture,Israel Culture & Learning
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ORGANIZER;CN="Israel Programming":MAILTO:Chen.Sara@theJ.org
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