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Seeds of Community: Celebrating Tu B’Shevat

Forget the candles and cake, the Jewish holiday of Tu B’Shevat celebrates the “Birthday of the Trees” with fruits, nuts, and a deep appreciation for nature. One of the four […]

Disability, Humanity, and Belonging: A JDAIM Reflection

You probably are aware that the month of February is Black History Month and the importance of learning about Black history and culture. The month of February is also Jewish […]

Why Disability Stories Matter: A Director’s Perspective

As the director of the ReelAbilities Film Festival: Greater Washington, one of my greatest passions is bringing the stories of people with disabilities into the spotlight. This festival isn’t just […]

MLK Jr., Pozez JCC, and the Power of Service

As we celebrate the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr., we have the chance to reflect on the connection between his teachings on equality, compassion, and the power of service […]

Body, Mind, Heart, Spirit: Finding Balance at the J

Retirement brought unexpected joys for member, Abby Potash, including a renewed focus on her own well-being. For her, discovering the Pozez JCC was a turning point as she experienced our […]

Realistic Resolutions in 2025

The start of a new year is traditionally a time for making resolutions. These declarations can be a great motivator for self-improvement – if followed – but often they are […]

Eight Reasons why sending your child to Jewish summer day camp is a gift that keep on giving

From spinning dreidels to lighting the menorah, Hanukkah is a time of joyful celebration, family traditions, and connecting to our Jewish heritage. These same values are at the heart of […]

Global Jewish Peoplehood: Two Wars, Three communities and Chimney Cakes 

Impressions by Jeff Dannick, Matthew Berger and Zina Segal following their trip to Budapest in the frame of the JCC Global program FROM GOOD TO GREAT.  This past summer, Matthew […]