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. […]
Do you have a green thumb or wish you did? If so, this is the group for you! Under guidance from several Master Gardeners, we will learn about gardening, take field trips to local gardens and nurseries, and do some of our own planting at the JCC. No expertise needed. All are welcome!In May we […]
Learn how to play this popular card game — to play socially with friends or (eventually) competitively – through dynamic PowerPoint presentations and interactive lessons. In eight 2-hour classes, students will learn the basics of the game of bridge using boards and bidding boxes. Each week, you will learn a bit of strategy, be able […]
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, […]
¡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 […]
Learn conversational Hebrew in a small group setting. This course is designed for beginners to the Hebrew language or those who need a good refresher. Over eight sessions, you will learn important vocabulary, grammar, and common phrases and sentences/questions using exercises. Each student must purchase the textbook: Hebrew from Scratch Part 1 (which can be […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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. […]
Facilitated by Sharon Alman, LCSW. This is a monthly support group 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. All are welcome. Fee: No admission fee, however, registration is required.For […]
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+
