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SUMMARY:Comedian Joel Chasnoff
DESCRIPTION:Yom HaAtzmaut: Laughter and Celebration\, Sponsored by Northern Virginia Jewish Funerals \n\n\n\nCelebrate Israel’s Independence Day (Yom HaAtzmaut) with a night of side-splitting laughter! \n\n\n\nJust added: an opening set with local comedian\, Carmiya Weinraub! \n\n\n\nThe Pozez JCC is thrilled to present Comedy with Chasnoff\, featuring the hilarious Israeli comedian and author\, Joel Chasnoff\, direct from his “Yachad Tour.” Get ready to laugh!In these chaotic times\, we could all use some laughs. Come to the J for an evening of good clean comedy and community. Joel Chasnoff will entertain us with his humorous take on life in Israel and being Jewish in today’s world.Stick around after the laughs! Joel will be signing copies of his latest book\, “Israel 201\,” at a special post-show book sale. Join us for a well-deserved escape from reality.Ages 16 & upFee: $25 in advance; $35 at the door \n\n\n\nIn partnership with JCCA.  \n\n\n\nClick here to view additional Yoms programming. 
URL:http://thej.org/event/yom-haatzmaut-laughter-and-celebration/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Arts & Culture,Israel Culture & Learning,Jewish Holidays
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SUMMARY:A Taste of Israel 2025
DESCRIPTION:*Rain or shine! Event will be held inside if inclement weather* Israel is celebrating 77 years of independence! Join us for a tasty celebration featuring delicious Israeli cuisine and a variety of fun activities. All ages are invited to participate in this family-friendly event with live performances\, engaging crafts\, fun Israeli workshops\, entertaining games\, and much more! \n\n\n\nAdmission is free. Registration required (a donation of any size would be appreciated – suggested amount $15 per family). Kosher food available for purchase. \n\n\n\nSchedule \n\n\n\nWORKSHOPS:Visiting Israel! | 2-4 years olds | 11:45am-12:30pmAn interactive guided tour of Israel with hands-on activities for the littlest hands.KravMaga | 5 years old and up | 11:45am-12:30pm & 2:30pm-3:15pmA Krav Maga beginners’ class.Israel Trivia | 13 years old and up | 11:45am-12:30pm & 2:30pm-3:15pmTest your Israel knowledge at our FIDF Israeli family trivia. Winners get a special prize!Hanoch Piven Art | 5 years old and up | 12:45am-1:30pmCreate your own portrait using Hanoch’s art of miscellaneous crafts! \n\n\n\nZumba | 13 years old and up | 12:45am-1:30pmShake your tuchas to Israeli upbeat gems! \n\n\n\nSinging Israeli | Infant -13 years old | 2:30pm-3:15pmJoin song leader Leah Kocsis in learning Israeli songs!Express your Art | 5 years old and up | 2:30pm-3:15pmExpress your inner artist with Morah Zoe! \n\n\n\nMAIN STAGE PERFORMANCES (1:15pm-3:00pm):Pozez JCC Choir – Performing a selection of songs for Yom Ha’AtzmautGilad Paz – Join this popular Israeli musician for a Makhrozet (Playlist) of your favorite Israeli songsTnuOT – Enjoy watching a performance by this local Israeli dance groupIsraeli Dance Class – For beginners… or anyone who loves Israeli dancing at any level \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nClick here to view additional Yoms programming. 
URL:http://thej.org/event/a-taste-of-israel-2025/
LOCATION:Gesher Jewish Day School\, 4800 Mattie Moore Ct\, Fairfax\, Virginia\, 22030
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Family & Youth,Israel Culture & Learning,Jewish Holidays
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SUMMARY:Israel Connections - Weekly Discussion with Dean Bagdadi
DESCRIPTION:Join Pozez JCC’s Shaliach\, Dean for a weekly session of Israel news updates and insights. In each session\, you will have the opportunity to catch up with Israel’s current events and have a safe space to ask questions and discuss\, or just listen! \n\n\n\nNo fee\, no membership required… just register prior to each session.
URL:http://thej.org/event/israel-connection-weekly-discussion-with-dean-bagdadi/2025-05-12/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Israel Culture & Learning
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SUMMARY:First Session – Beginner Hebrew Spring-Summer
DESCRIPTION:Mondays\, May 12–July 28 (10 weeks; no class May 26\, June 2)Instructor: Sigi Saadia\, Hebrew Teacher/TutorAges 16+Would you like to learn Hebrew in a small group setting? This course is designed for beginners to the Hebrew language or those who need a good refresher. Students will learn important vocabulary\, grammar\, and common phrases and sentences/questions using a variety of resources. Each student must purchase the textbook: “Hebrew from Scratch: Part 1” (available new on Amazon; used on Abe Books). The book uses quotations from all eras of Hebrew writing and has a Hebrew-English Dictionary which includes all vocabulary and grammatical terminology. Whether you are planning a future trip to Israel or just interested in learning the Hebrew language for your own knowledge\, this course will give you an excellent foundation.Note: This is an ongoing class. New students need an assessment to join.
URL:http://thej.org/event/first-session-beginner-hebrew-spring-summer/
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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SUMMARY:A Trail of Discovery: A Hands-On Celebration of Yom Ha’atzmaut
DESCRIPTION:Join Gesher Jewish Day School\, Northern Virginia Hebrew Congregation\, Growing Jewish Families\, and PJ Library for a Trail of Discovery at Northern Virginia Hebrew Congregation! Come celebrate Yom Ha’atzmaut in a way that engages the mind\, inspires the heart\, and gets your hands moving. \n\n\n\nIf you have any questions\, please reach out to Taylor May\, Director of Admissions at Gesher JDS\, at TMay@gesher-jds.org or (703) 962-9216.
URL:http://thej.org/event/a-trail-of-discovery/
LOCATION:Northern Virginia Hebrew Congregation\, 1441 Wiehle Ave\, Reston\, Virginia\, 20190
CATEGORIES:Family & Youth,Israel Culture & Learning,Jewish Holidays
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SUMMARY:Israel Connections - Weekly Discussion with Dean Bagdadi
DESCRIPTION:Join Pozez JCC’s Shaliach\, Dean for a weekly session of Israel news updates and insights. In each session\, you will have the opportunity to catch up with Israel’s current events and have a safe space to ask questions and discuss\, or just listen! \n\n\n\nNo fee\, no membership required… just register prior to each session.
URL:http://thej.org/event/israel-connection-weekly-discussion-with-dean-bagdadi/2025-05-19/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Israel Culture & Learning
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SUMMARY:Cooking Jewish\, with Israeli Chef Nissimmi Naim Naor
DESCRIPTION:Nissimmi is a chef\, ordained rabbi\, international educator and speaker\, who combines his love of food and people with his commitment to building connections between culture\, Jewish identity\, and tradition.From flavorful foundations in his grandmother Miriam’s kitchen to working in some of Israel’s most renowned restaurants\, Nissimmi’s culinary journey is rooted in the traditions and flavors of the Jewish heritage\, stories and memories. His work explores the central role food plays in shaping Jewish identity\, using rich historic knowledge\, Jewish texts\, and of course\, carbs.We invite you to a cooking demonstration with Nissimmi to learn more deeply about what connects Jewish kitchens worldwide\, and to experience favorite contemporary Israeli dishes. The workshop is for ages 5 and up. Participants under age 10 require a 1:1 adult\, child care will be available for ages 2-5. \n\n\n\nChef Bio: Beyond the cutting board\, Nissimmi holds degrees in philosophy\, economics\, political science\, and law. He received his rabbinical ordination from the Hartman Institute. He serves as a Casualties Notification Officer as part of his reserves duty in the IDF\, where he has dedicated more than 200 days since October 7th. Nissimmi lives in Jerusalem with his wife\, Shlomit\, and their three daughters. He leads the Siah Yitzhak Congregation in Katamon.This program is in partnership with Congregation Olam Tikvah\, Gesher Jewish Day School & Friends of the IDF. And is proudly supported by the Israel Engagement Fund: A JCC Association of North America Program Accelerator and the Ministry of Diaspora Affairs. \n\n\n\nClick here to view additional Yoms programming. 
URL:http://thej.org/event/cooking-jewish/
LOCATION:Congregation Olam Tikvah\, 3800 Glenbrook Road\, Fairfax\, Virginia
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Arts & Culture,Israel Culture & Learning
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