Join us at the JxJ Screening of Ophir Award-winner Seven Blessings, revolving around an eventful Jewish Moroccan family wedding and the traditional blessings that are said for the next seven nights of ceremonies and meals with loved ones. About JxJ: Presented by the Edlavitch DCJCC, JxJ encompasses the Washington Jewish Film and Music Festivals, alongside […]
Looking for Chloe is the story of an Egyptian woman of Jewish origin who revolutionized fashion but whose name remains unknown: Gaby Aghion. With clients including Jackie Kennedy, Brigette Bardot, and Maria Callas, Aghion transformed the clothing industry by giving women lighter, more wearable options. A film about an extraordinary woman, this documentary includes archival […]
Comedic and satirical short films that are as funny as they are insightful and revealing of the breadth and depth of Jewish culture. About the Shorts The Anne Frank Gift Shop Dir. Mickey Rapkin | NarrativeA dark comedy about anti-Semitism that packs a vital and timely message. When a high-end design firm presents its plans to […]
For more than 50 years, Auschwitz survivor Herbert Heller kept his memories of the Holocaust secret — even from his wife and children. But when he meets Abbey, a troubled teen dealing with her own unspoken pain, Herbert decides it’s time to talk and finally open his heart. About JxJ: Presented by the Edlavitch DCJCC, […]
In partnership with the National JCC Adult & Senior Alliance.Explore the remarkable life and artworks of this Italian-Sephardic Jewish artist, whose brief life left a legacy of intellectual bravado, brilliant art, and a mysterious death. A melodramatic and romantic legend has grown up about him, yet his art endures as pure genius. Save! Register by […]
Join this online class if you have some knowledge of Yiddish and the Hebrew alphabet and would like to continue to learn to speak and read the language. All materials are provided (no textbook required). Mondays, April 8-June 17 (8 classes; no class April 22, 29, May 27) Instructor: Norman Buder Ages 18+
¡Hola Amigos! Hello Friends! This class focuses on learning conversational Spanish in a fun and interactive way — utilizing games, books, and music. Spanish is spoken in class from the first day! Students will learn pronunciation of vowels and consonants, numbers, pronouns, useful phrases, simple word recognition, and basic verbs while building a Spanish vocabulary.Class […]
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 […]
Calling all artists & art lovers! The J is excited to host museum docent Sara Shoob to present a program concentrated on works by Jewish American artists in the collection of The Smithsonian American Art Museum. Participants will explore artworks dating from the 1880’s to the present – learning about the artists’ backgrounds, Jewish experiences, […]
Beginners and those with a little knowledge are welcome! We will review the Hebrew alphabet and learn the rudiments of reading. (Yiddish is phonetic and much easier than Hebrew). We will study a primary-grade Yiddish book and converse about it in Yiddish. We'll also learn to say useful phrases and how to ask important questions […]
In partnership with the National JCC Adult & Senior Alliance.Don’t miss pianist & instructor Clint Edwards and his special series created specifically for our Alliance. Dive into masterpieces by J. Strauss, Copland, Shostakovich, and Mendelssohn.Four Thursdays, May 9, 16, 23 & 30, 4pm-5pm on Zoom.Save! Register by May 7th for "Early Bird" pricing!
Hola estudientes! Practice conversation as you continue to reinforce the present tense and consolidate the use of grammar, such as new verbs, the present progressive tense, direct and indirect objects, pronouns and common prepositions of location and time. Learn about Spanish culture as well using interactive lessons, games, and music.Class format: 50 min. Grammar/10 min. […]
