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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T113000
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SUMMARY:First Friday Book Group (Hybrid)
DESCRIPTION:Calling all readers! This month’s book discussion will explore themes found in “The Plot Against America” by Philip Roth. Facilitated by Marcia Lawson. \n\n\n\nNote: This will be a Hybrid meeting. Zoom link will be sent the day before for all who register. \n\n\n\nFee: $0 Members/ $15 Non-members
URL:http://thej.org/event/first-friday-book-group-hybrid-20/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC and Online
CATEGORIES:Special Interest Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T123000
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SUMMARY:J-Men’s Group Gathering: Meet & Greet with Shlicha Chen Sara
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a relaxed and engaging afternoon with our Community Shlicha (Israeli emissary)\, Chen Sara Mordechai-Kedar. Whether or not you have met Chen before\, this is a great opportunity to spend time getting to know her and her interesting background\, hear her perspectives\, and ask questions in an informal setting. \n\n\n\nBring your lunch\, enjoy good conversation\, and connect with others. New faces and familiar ones are always encouraged to attend. Snacks will be served. \n\n\n\nFee: Complimentary. Registration required. Donations to JCC Adult Programming are appreciated.
URL:http://thej.org/event/j-mens-group-gathering-6/
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:20260511T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260511T133000
DTSTAMP:20260127T153729Z
CREATED:20260127T153728Z
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SUMMARY:News in Review Roundtable Discussion Group (Hybrid)
DESCRIPTION:In an era of continuous news\, understanding complex events can be challenging. We invite you to our roundtable to engage in a focused discussion on current newsworthy topics. \n\n\n\nFacilitated alternately by Amihai & Debra Glazer; Josh Greene; Phyllis Klein; Philip Sternberg \n\n\n\nFee: $0 Member/ $15 Non-member \n\n\n\nNote: This is a Hybrid meeting. Zoom link will be provided the day before the meeting to those registered.
URL:http://thej.org/event/news-in-review-roundtable-discussion-group-hybrid/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC and Online
CATEGORIES:Special Interest Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T141500
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CREATED:20260127T154048Z
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SUMMARY:A Woman's Voice (Hybrid)
DESCRIPTION:Led by Paula Haimes\, this group provides women of all ages an opportunity to connect with other women and discuss relevant topics on their minds. Please\, no politics. \n\n\n\nThis month’s featured topic: Mother’s Day when your children live far away. \n\n\n\nThe Zoom link will be sent to registered participants two days before the event. \n\n\n\nFee: $0 Members; $15 Non-members
URL:http://thej.org/event/a-womans-voice-hybrid-10/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC and Online
CATEGORIES:Special Interest Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T173000
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SUMMARY:WSIG Spring Sale for Sunrise - Puzzles\, Games\, Books & More!
DESCRIPTION:Location: Pozez JCC Lobby \n\n\n\nThe Spring Sale is a FUNdraiser to support the JCC’s Sunrise programs serving kids with cancer and their siblings\, including Sunrise Day Camp\, Sunrise on Wheels in-hospital program\, and monthly year-round family programming. The children in these programs\, and their families\, are facing unimaginable challenges; community support helps bring light\, laughter\, and community to their lives all year long! \n\n\n\nPlease come and ‘shop’ the sale of gently used and new items!  We can accept (and prefer) cash\, checks\, and credit card payments or Venmo (by Square or QR code) for all donations. \n\n\n\nEvery donor can enter our free drawing for one of three themed gifts! \n\n\n\nCan’t make the sale; donate to Sunrise here.
URL:http://thej.org/event/wsig-spring-sale-for-sunrise-day-camp/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Family & Youth,Recreation & Games,Social Impact,Special Interest Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Enrichment":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260518T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260518T113000
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CREATED:20260127T153906Z
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SUMMARY:Memoir Writing Group (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Writing prompt: “Patriotism”Led by Marcia Lawson\, this monthly group is for anyone who enjoys writing their memoirs\, stories\, or poems and sharing them with others.Fee: $0 Member/ $15 Non-member \n\n\n\nZoom link will be provided the day before the meeting to those registered.
URL:http://thej.org/event/memoir-writing-group-virtual-10/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Special Interest Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T171500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T183000
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SUMMARY:JCC Widow/Widower Support Group (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Location: Congregation Beth Emeth\, Herndon \n\n\n\nFacilitated by Dr. Rebecca Fleischer & Dr. Libby Robbins\, this monthly support group is for anyone who has recently – or not-so-recently – lost a spouse or partner. Join us for an open\, frank forum on issues such as grief\, bereavement\, and moving forward after great loss. Some members go out to dinner locally after the meeting on their own tab. All are welcome. \n\n\n\nFee: Complimentary for all. Donations to the J are greatly appreciated. Registration required.
URL:http://thej.org/event/jcc-widow-widower-support-group-in-person-7/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth Emeth\, 12523 Lawyers Rd\, Herndon\, Virginia\, 20171
CATEGORIES:Special Interest Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Services":MAILTO:AdultServices@theJ.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260524T111500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260524T124500
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CREATED:20260212T190134Z
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SUMMARY:JCC Adult Bereavement Support Group (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Facilitated by Sharon Alman\, LCSW\, this monthly support group is for anyone who has recently – or not-so-recently – lost a spouse or partner. Join us for an open and frank forum on issues such as grief\, bereavement\, and moving forward after a great loss. Some members go out to lunch locally after the meeting on their own tab. All are welcome. \n\n\n\nFee: Complimentary for all. Donations to the J are greatly appreciated!Registration required. \n\n\n\nQuestions? Contact Shari.Berman@theJ.org or 703.537.3068
URL:http://thej.org/event/jcc-adult-bereavement-support-group-in-person-6/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031
CATEGORIES:Special Interest Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Services":MAILTO:AdultServices@theJ.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260526T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260526T120000
DTSTAMP:20260513T173041Z
CREATED:20260513T173040Z
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SUMMARY:Volunteer: Let's Plant a Garden!
DESCRIPTION:Location: Bethlehem Lutheran Church\, 8922 Little River Turnpike\, FairfaxCome join a group of volunteers from Bethlehem Lutheran Church and Pozez JCC to plant this season’s community garden.  We will prepare our garden beds for planting and plant tomatoes\, cucumbers\, zucchini\, peppers\, and squash.  All crops will be donated to Food for Others to help serve people in our community with fresh and nutritious food. \n\n\n\nPlease support Volunteer services with your donations: //give.thej.org/volunteerservices. \n\n\n\nQuestions? Contact Zina.Segal@theJ.org.
URL:http://thej.org/event/volunteer-lets-plant-a-garden/
LOCATION:Bethlehem Lutheran Church\, 8922 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, Virginia
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Social Impact,Special Interest Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Community Impact and Engagement":MAILTO:Zina.Segal@theJ.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260527T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260527T210000
DTSTAMP:20260430T123651Z
CREATED:20260325T135127Z
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SUMMARY:Pozez JCC's 48th Annual Membership Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The community is cordially invited to Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia’s 48th Annual Membership Meeting. \n\n\n\nThe evening\, hosted by President Brett Isserow and Executive Director Jeff Dannick\, provides an opportunity for the J to connect with its members\, share its accomplishments\, and express gratitude to those who contribute to its mission. \n\n\n\nHighlights:Recognition of Excellence: Celebrate outstanding leadership from community lay leaders and staff through prestigious awards\, including the President’s Recognition Award\, the Manny Gale Award for Volunteerism\, the Eleanor Sue Finkelstein Inclusion & Disabilities Award\, the Suzy Goldhammer Award for Service to Children and Youth\, and acknowledgements for staff milestone anniversaries. \n\n\n\nCommunity Connection: Connect with fellow community members and learn more about the JCC’s impact. \n\n\n\nLeadership Transition: Participate in the election and installation of Board of Directors whose terms are beginning in FY2027. \n\n\n\nMark your calendar and plan to attend this important community gathering! \n\n\n\nHosts \n\n\n\nBrett Isserow\, Pozez JCC PresidentJeff Dannick\, Pozez JCC Executive Director \n\n\n\nAgenda Includes \n\n\n\nD’var Torah \n\n\n\nGreetings from FederationGill Preuss\, Chief Executive OfficerThe Jewish Federation of Greater Washington \n\n\n\nTransition of Leadership \n\n\n\nAcknowledging Outgoing Board Members andElections of New and Continuing Directors & Officers \n\n\n\nHonoreesPresident’s Recognition AwardAllon Shiff\, Pozez JCC Member \n\n\n\nManny Gale Award for VolunteerismLisa Miller\, Pozez JCC Member \n\n\n\nEleanor Sue Finkelstein Award for Service to the Disability CommunityLucy Beadnell\, Director of Advocacy at The Arc \n\n\n\nSuzy Goldhammer Award for Service to Children and YouthJoellen Kriss-BroubalowDirector\, Sunrise Day Camp – Greater Washington \n\n\n\nStaff Milestone Anniversaries
URL:http://thej.org/event/annual-membership-meeting/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Arts & Culture,Family & Youth,Fitness & Wellness,Inclusion & Disabilities,Israel Culture & Learning,Social Impact,Special Interest Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia":MAILTO:shalom@theJ.org
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