Dr. Hoffman participated in five space missions. In 1996, on his last mission, he carried a small Torah scroll on board the Space Shuttle Columbia. On Shabbat, while orbiting Earth, he read from the book of Genesis, “In the beginning God created heaven and the earth.” Join Dr. Hoffman and Rachel Raz (Founder of the […]
Led by P'nina Plotkin McCabe, Choir Director Do you like to sing? Are you interested in singing Jewish songs? If so, join the new JCC Community Choir forming this fall! This is a great opportunity to connect musically to the Jewish tradition. The choir is open to high schoolers, college students, and adults of all […]
All Ages Welcome! The J is pleased to bring back Marcolivia Duo comprised of award-winning violin/viola soloists, Marc Ramirez and Olivia Hajioff – whose repertoire includes music from all periods and various styles, including their own arrangements. This special Pozez JCC program will include music by Jewish composers of Israeli, Russian, Ukrainian, and Hungarian descent, […]
Join art educator Nancy Kotz for an interesting overview of artists & artworks which tell the stories of Jewish culture in three sessions: 1) Mid-20th Century - Europe and Beyond, 2) Mid-20th Century - Europe to America, and 3) 20th Century – Potpourri. Questions? Email alliance@marinjcc.org In partnership with the National JCC Adult & Senior […]
In a celebration of Women's History Month, join composer/pianist Clint Edwards for a live concert which will draw from the classics of the Great American Songbook and popular song, with special attention to women composers & performers such as Barbra Streisand, Whitney Houston, Carole King, Dorothy Fields, and Ruth Lowe. Questions? Email alliance@marinjcc.org In partnership […]
If you like to sing and are interested in singing Jewish songs, join the JCC Community Choir! This is a great opportunity to connect musically to the Jewish tradition. The choir is open to high schoolers, college students, and adults of all ages in Northern Virginia. All singing abilities are welcome! Our choir has something […]
The exciting overture to Verdi's “The Force of Destiny” is standard fare among orchestras worldwide. However, the rest of this rarely-staged gem deserves equal attention. Join James Sokol for a look into this melodious masterpiece which includes video performance clips. Questions? Email alliance@marinjcc.org In partnership with the National JCC Adult & Senior Alliance
In partnership with the Jewish Genealogical Society of Greater Washington (JGSGW)A box found among the ashes of a house fire launches Linda Broenniman on a quest to discover the truth behind her family’s biggest secret – that her Catholic father was actually Jewish. Broenniman tells the story of how she pieces together the astonishing history […]
Reimagining Disability in the Future: Short films and post film conversation with thought leaders in the field. Location: The REACH, at the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Justice Forum 2700 F St NW, Washington, DC Speakers: Day Al-Mohamed, Filmmaker, Author, and Policy ExportMathew McCullough, Director of D.C.’s Office of Disability RightsIsaac Zablocki, Co-Founder of ReelAbilities […]
Led by Marcia Lawson & Carol Backman This group is for those who love to write and want to create a memoir for their family. Sharing stories is optional but welcomed.
Join art educator Nancy Kotz for an interesting overview of artists & artworks which tell the stories of Jewish culture in three sessions: 1) Mid-20th Century - Europe and Beyond, 2) Mid-20th Century - Europe to America, and 3) 20th Century – Potpourri. Questions? Email alliance@marinjcc.org In partnership with the National JCC Adult & Senior […]
If you like to sing and are interested in singing Jewish songs, join the JCC Community Choir! This is a great opportunity to connect musically to the Jewish tradition. The choir is open to high schoolers, college students, and adults of all ages in Northern Virginia. All singing abilities are welcome! Our choir has something […]
Puccini’s light and lovely “The Swallow” sits sadly in the shadows of his more popular and dramatic repertoire (think Boheme and Tosca). Still, its soaring melodies are worthy of exploration on James Sokol’s journey highlighted by video performance clips. Questions? Email alliance@marinjcc.org In partnership with the National JCC Adult & Senior Alliance
Join art educator Nancy Kotz for an interesting overview of artists & artworks which tell the stories of Jewish culture in three sessions: 1) Mid-20th Century - Europe and Beyond, 2) Mid-20th Century - Europe to America, and 3) 20th Century – Potpourri. Questions? Email alliance@marinjcc.org In partnership with the National JCC Adult & Senior […]
If you like to sing and are interested in singing Jewish songs, join the JCC Community Choir! This is a great opportunity to connect musically to the Jewish tradition. The choir is open to high schoolers, college students, and adults of all ages in Northern Virginia. All singing abilities are welcome! Our choir has something […]
Explore Gounod’s operatic version of the famous story of star-crossed lovers! James Sokol’s lecture with video performance clips highlights some of the beautiful moments in this gorgeous classic. Questions? Email alliance@marinjcc.org In partnership with the National JCC Adult & Senior Alliance
If you like to sing and are interested in singing Jewish songs, join the JCC Community Choir! This is a great opportunity to connect musically to the Jewish tradition. The choir is open to high schoolers, college students, and adults of all ages in Northern Virginia. All singing abilities are welcome! Our choir has something […]
After a disastrous premiere, Puccini’s revisions created would become one of the world’s most popular operas. With James Sokol and some video performance clips, look closely at elements of this heartbreaking sensation. Questions? Email alliance@marinjcc.org
Please join us for the next meeting of the 4Ls Book Club where we will discuss “Honor” by Thirty Umrigar. We will meet in-person at the library, but access via Zoom will also be available (starting at 10:50). You must be a member of the 4Ls Facebook Group to participate. To get Zoom information and request […]
Pianist Nada returns with a new program featuring an array of Theme & Variations, including works by Beethoven, Hakim, Schubert & Rachmaninov. In partnership with the National JCC Adult & Senior Alliance
If you like to sing and are interested in singing Jewish songs, join the JCC Community Choir! This is a great opportunity to connect musically to the Jewish tradition. The choir is open to high schoolers, college students, and adults of all ages in Northern Virginia. All singing abilities are welcome! Our choir has something […]
An easy introduction to the Yiddish (Hebrew) alphabet and the rules for reading Yiddish. Instructional materials will be sent via email to everyone who registers. If you practice the exercises, you will be able to read virtually anything in Yiddish! Such knowledge is indispensable to further progress in learning the language. Instructor: Norman Buder Ages: […]
Satire is one of the oldest forms of humor and adding music only seems to make it more powerful; in early Germanic and Celtic societies, people mocked in song would break out in boils and even commit suicide. Join screenwriter, author, instructor & former stand-up comedian David Misch as he shares his picks for the […]
