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SUMMARY:Spanish Beginner/Basic 3 Course (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:¡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 format: 50 min. Grammar/10 min. Break/15 min. Breakout Room time (practice w/classmate)/15 min. in Main Room for review and Q&A.Handouts will be provided by the instructor. Homework will be assigned for reinforcement and review. Optional textbooks will be recommended\, but you are free to use any books on hand.A Zoom link will be provided prior to the start of class. Note: Minimum number of students: 4; Maximum number of students: 12Wednesdays\, April 10-July 10 (10 weeks; no class April 24\, May 29\, June 12 & 19)Instructor: Ruth Roberts\, Spanish Language Instructor
URL:https://thej.org/event/spanish-beginner-basic-3-course-virtual/2024-05-29/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Arts & Culture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Enrichment":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240529T193000
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SUMMARY:Beginner Conversational Hebrew Course (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION: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 found on Amazon for $59). 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. \n\n\n\nNote: Minimum number of students is 4; Maximum number is 12. Questions? Contact Shari.Berman@theJ.org or 703.537.3068.(If you are interested but not available Wednesday evenings\, let us know!) \n\n\n\nWednesdays\, April 10–June 5 (8 sessions; no class April 24)7:30pm – 9pm \n\n\n\nAges 16+ \n\n\n\nInstructor: Sigi Saadia\, Hebrew Teacher/Tutor
URL:https://thej.org/event/beginner-conversational-hebrew-course-in-person/2024-05-29/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment
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ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Enrichment":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org
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SUMMARY:JCC Community Choir/Makheylah (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION: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 for everyone: experienced singers will receive advanced material\, singers with moderate choral or vocal background will be well-engaged\, and those who just hum a little will fit right in! \n\n\n\nOur repertoire ranges from secular to religious and includes synagogue music\, Yiddish theater\, folksongs\, and Israeli songs. We sing in various languages\, too: Hebrew\, English\, Yiddish\, Ladino\, and others. The session will include one or two short performances (tbd). Come – let’s sing! \n\n\n\nFees (include sheet music):  General Adult – $145; Active-Duty Military/Veterans – $120; Students: $90 \n\n\n\nDirector’s Bio: \n\n\n\nP’nina Plotkin McCabe has a bachelor in music from UCLA and a “Teudat Oman” (Artist Diploma) from the Rubin Academy of Music and Dance in Israel. Ms. McCabe led an adult choir at the JCC from 1990-1999 and then conducted a choir at Gesher from 2010-2019\, while her children attended school there. She was the choir director at Ohr Kodesh for its High Holiday Choir from 1989-2008 and directed a local klezmer band.  \n\n\n\nWednesdays\, March 6–June 5 (13 classes; no class April 24)Ages 16+Led by P’nina Plotkin McCabe\, Choir DirectorQuestions? Please contact Shari.Berman@theJ.org or Rosesntune@aol.com.
URL:https://thej.org/event/jcc-community-choir-makheylah-in-person/2024-05-29/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Arts & Culture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Enrichment":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240530T120000
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SUMMARY:Trip to National Museum of Women in the Arts (NMWA) in DC (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:*This event is currently sold out. Click the tickets link to join the waitlist.* Join us on a trip to the newly renovated National Museum of Women in the Arts downtown for a private\, docent-led tour. The topic will be “New Worlds: Women to Watch 2024.” This exhibition features works by 28 visionary artists that reimagine the past\, present alternate realities\, and inspire audiences to create different futures. \n\n\n\nWe will have time to peruse the museum’s gift shop. The café is expected to be open in late May\, but it is not guaranteed\, so we recommend having a hearty breakfast before arriving and bringing a dairy or pareve lunch to be eaten at the museum before the tour. A light snack and bottled water will be provided for the bus ride. \n\n\n\nFollowing the visit\, time-permitting\, we will head home after making a stop at the fabulous Jake’s Ice Cream in Falls Church (ice cream not included in trip fee). This scoop shop employs a staff of differently abled adults who are dedicated to serving up 28 flavors of small-batch ice cream made on site! (https://www.sweetjakesicecream.com) \n\n\n\nNote: This trip is limited to 34 participants on a first come\, first served basis. Tickets are transferable\, but not refundable. \n\n\n\nBus departs the J at 12:15pm and returns approximately 4pm.
URL:https://thej.org/event/trip-to-national-museum-of-women-in-the-arts-nmwa-in-dc-in-person/
LOCATION:National Museum of Women in the Arts\, 1250 New York Ave NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20005
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Arts & Culture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Enrichment":MAILTO:Bonnie.Sokol@theJ.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240530T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240530T153000
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SUMMARY:Yiddish 1: A Taste of Yiddish Continued – Spring Session (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION: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   Jokes\, proverbs\, songs\, and even a few curse words\, will not be ignored. Study materials will be provided via email and Word documents\, in Hebrew letters as well as in transliteration. Learn this hybrid language used by our ancestors\, that has become quite popular today! \n\n\n\nThursdays\, April 11-May 30 (8 weeks) \n\n\n\nInstructor: Norman Buder \n\n\n\nAges: 18+
URL:https://thej.org/event/yiddish-1-a-taste-of-yiddish-continued-spring-session-virtual/2024-05-30/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Arts & Culture,Israel Culture & Learning
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ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Enrichment":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240530T160000
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SUMMARY:Exploring Music: Jewish Composers & Jewish Influences in Classical Music
DESCRIPTION: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!
URL:https://thej.org/event/exploring-music-jewish-composers-jewish-influences-in-classical-music/2024-05-30/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Arts & Culture
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ORGANIZER;CN="National JCC Adult &#038%3B Senior Alliance":MAILTO:alliance@marinjcc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240531T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240531T113000
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SUMMARY:Spanish Intermediate 3 Course (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION: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. Break/15 min. Breakout Room time (practice w/classmate)/15 min. in Main Room for review and Q&A.Some handouts will be provided. Homework will be assigned for reinforcement and review. Optional textbooks will be recommended\, but you are free to use any books on hand.A Zoom link will be provided prior to the first day of class. Note: Minimum number of students: 4; Maximum number of students: 12Fridays\, April 12-June 14 (10 weeks)Instructor: Ruth Roberts\, Spanish Language Instructor
URL:https://thej.org/event/spanish-intermediate-3-course-virtual/2024-05-31/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Arts & Culture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Enrichment":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240531T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240531T113000
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SUMMARY:Spanish Intermediate 3 Course (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION: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. Break/15 min. Breakout Room time (practice w/classmate)/15 min. in Main Room for review and Q&A.Some handouts will be provided. Homework will be assigned for reinforcement and review. Optional textbooks will be recommended\, but you are free to use any books on hand.A Zoom link will be provided prior to the first day of class. Note: Minimum number of students: 4; Maximum number of students: 12Fridays\, April 12-June 21 (10 weeks) No class May 31.Instructor: Ruth Roberts\, Spanish Language Instructor
URL:https://thej.org/event/spanish-intermediate-3-course-virtual-2/2024-05-31/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Arts & Culture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Enrichment":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240603T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240603T160000
DTSTAMP:20240318T215340Z
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SUMMARY:Yiddish Level 2 Spring Session (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION: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). \n\n\n\nMondays\, April 8-June 17 (8 classes; no class April 22\, 29\, May 27) \n\n\n\nInstructor: Norman Buder \n\n\n\nAges 18+
URL:https://thej.org/event/yiddish-level-2-spring-session-virtual/2024-06-03/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Arts & Culture,Israel Culture & Learning
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ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Enrichment":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240604T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240604T140000
DTSTAMP:20240524T151944Z
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SUMMARY:J-Talks presents...Gitel’s Story: The Inarticulate Speaks
DESCRIPTION:Featuring Howard Bass\, interviewed by author and contributing editor to The Atlantic\, Burt Solomon \n\n\n\n“Gitel’s Story” is a memoir of a Jewish woman’s journey from the Russian Empire to America\, written by her daughter and transcribed and edited by her great nephew. It is a first-hand account which channels the voice of Gitel Goldstein Sbarow. The story begins in the town of Savran\, Ukraine\, where Gitel was born in 1869\, and ends in Cleveland\, Ohio\, in 1941. Gitel endured the 1905 Odessa pogrom\, the death of her 2-year-old daughter en route to America in 1906\, and the premature death of her beloved husband\, Reuben\, three years later. In Indianapolis\, IN\, she raised five children while operating a grocery store and later a boardinghouse before moving to Cleveland in 1915 to be closer to her descendants. \n\n\n\nWhile this story is far from unique—many early 20th century immigrants’ lives followed a similar pattern—Clara Wollin’s documentation of her family’s experiences is a rare first-person account of the immigrant experience. Shortly after the Russian invasion of Ukraine in 2022\, Howard Bass brought the languishing memoir to life\, enhancing it with family photos\, documents\, family trees\, and additional relevant images from the Russian Empire and the New World. A book sale and signing will take place post-presentation and Q&A. \n\n\n\nThis is a story that will resonate with many – those whose roots come from the Pale of Settlement and those who are following the devastating war in Ukraine. \n\n\n\nAges 18+
URL:https://thej.org/event/j-talks-presents-gitels-story-the-inarticulate-speaks/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment
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ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Enrichment":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240604T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240604T210000
DTSTAMP:20240503T182801Z
CREATED:20240228T011257Z
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SUMMARY:Beginning Bridge Lessons (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to play this popular card game — to play socially with friends or (eventually) competitively – through dynamic PowerPoint presentations and interactive lessons.  \n\n\n\nIn 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 to ask questions\, and have fun while mastering social bridge! This class is truly for beginners who have never played bridge. \n\n\n\nTuesdays\, May 7-July 2 (8 weeks; no class June 11) \n\n\n\nInstructor: Yen DeAnda\, ACBL accredited\, Gold Life Master
URL:https://thej.org/event/beginning-bridge-lessons-in-person/2024-06-04/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Recreation & Games
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ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Enrichment":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240605T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240605T160000
DTSTAMP:20240603T153138Z
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SUMMARY:Spanish Beginner/Basic 3 Course (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:¡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 format: 50 min. Grammar/10 min. Break/15 min. Breakout Room time (practice w/classmate)/15 min. in Main Room for review and Q&A.Handouts will be provided by the instructor. Homework will be assigned for reinforcement and review. Optional textbooks will be recommended\, but you are free to use any books on hand.A Zoom link will be provided prior to the start of class. Note: Minimum number of students: 4; Maximum number of students: 12Wednesdays\, April 10-July 10 (10 weeks; no class April 24\, May 29\, June 12 & 19)Instructor: Ruth Roberts\, Spanish Language Instructor
URL:https://thej.org/event/spanish-beginner-basic-3-course-virtual/2024-06-05/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Arts & Culture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Enrichment":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240605T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240605T170000
DTSTAMP:20240405T220235Z
CREATED:20240405T215140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240405T220235Z
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SUMMARY:Music & Morsels: The Great American Songbook Celebrates June Birthdays
DESCRIPTION:In partnership with the National JCC Adult & Senior Alliance \n\n\n\nBack by popular demand\, pianist & educator Clint Edwards returns with a special concert of American Songbook classics\, with a special nod to our many musicians who have birthdays in June including Judy Garland\, Cole Porter\, Paul McCartney\, and more!
URL:https://thej.org/event/music-morsels-the-great-american-songbook-celebrates-june-birthdays/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Arts & Culture
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ORGANIZER;CN="National JCC Adult &#038%3B Senior Alliance":MAILTO:alliance@marinjcc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240605T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240605T210000
DTSTAMP:20240503T182009Z
CREATED:20240503T182007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240503T182009Z
UID:10001428-1717615800-1717621200@thej.org
SUMMARY:Beginner Conversational Hebrew Course (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION: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 found on Amazon for $59). 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. \n\n\n\nNote: Minimum number of students is 4; Maximum number is 12. Questions? Contact Shari.Berman@theJ.org or 703.537.3068.(If you are interested but not available Wednesday evenings\, let us know!) \n\n\n\nWednesdays\, April 10–June 5 (8 sessions; no class April 24)7:30pm – 9pm \n\n\n\nAges 16+ \n\n\n\nInstructor: Sigi Saadia\, Hebrew Teacher/Tutor
URL:https://thej.org/event/beginner-conversational-hebrew-course-in-person/2024-06-05/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment
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ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Enrichment":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240605T194500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240605T210000
DTSTAMP:20240222T195914Z
CREATED:20240214T021954Z
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SUMMARY:JCC Community Choir/Makheylah (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION: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 for everyone: experienced singers will receive advanced material\, singers with moderate choral or vocal background will be well-engaged\, and those who just hum a little will fit right in! \n\n\n\nOur repertoire ranges from secular to religious and includes synagogue music\, Yiddish theater\, folksongs\, and Israeli songs. We sing in various languages\, too: Hebrew\, English\, Yiddish\, Ladino\, and others. The session will include one or two short performances (tbd). Come – let’s sing! \n\n\n\nFees (include sheet music):  General Adult – $145; Active-Duty Military/Veterans – $120; Students: $90 \n\n\n\nDirector’s Bio: \n\n\n\nP’nina Plotkin McCabe has a bachelor in music from UCLA and a “Teudat Oman” (Artist Diploma) from the Rubin Academy of Music and Dance in Israel. Ms. McCabe led an adult choir at the JCC from 1990-1999 and then conducted a choir at Gesher from 2010-2019\, while her children attended school there. She was the choir director at Ohr Kodesh for its High Holiday Choir from 1989-2008 and directed a local klezmer band.  \n\n\n\nWednesdays\, March 6–June 5 (13 classes; no class April 24)Ages 16+Led by P’nina Plotkin McCabe\, Choir DirectorQuestions? Please contact Shari.Berman@theJ.org or Rosesntune@aol.com.
URL:https://thej.org/event/jcc-community-choir-makheylah-in-person/2024-06-05/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Arts & Culture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Enrichment":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240607T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240607T113000
DTSTAMP:20240603T152728Z
CREATED:20240603T152727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240603T152728Z
UID:10001450-1717754400-1717759800@thej.org
SUMMARY:Spanish Intermediate 3 Course (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION: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. Break/15 min. Breakout Room time (practice w/classmate)/15 min. in Main Room for review and Q&A.Some handouts will be provided. Homework will be assigned for reinforcement and review. Optional textbooks will be recommended\, but you are free to use any books on hand.A Zoom link will be provided prior to the first day of class. Note: Minimum number of students: 4; Maximum number of students: 12Fridays\, April 12-June 14 (10 weeks)Instructor: Ruth Roberts\, Spanish Language Instructor
URL:https://thej.org/event/spanish-intermediate-3-course-virtual-3/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Arts & Culture
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thej.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Spanish.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Enrichment":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240610T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240610T133000
DTSTAMP:20240514T134044Z
CREATED:20240514T134043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240514T134044Z
UID:10001481-1718022600-1718026200@thej.org
SUMMARY:News in Review Roundtable (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Today’s news happens 24/7 and is often hard to digest. It’s your turn to speak and listen to opinions of others\, respectively.Facilitated by Mara YachninRSVPs to adultservices@theJ.org
URL:https://thej.org/event/news-in-review-roundtable-in-person/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Special Interest Groups
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thej.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/News.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Enrichment":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240610T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240610T150000
DTSTAMP:20240405T220932Z
CREATED:20240405T220929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240405T220932Z
UID:10001349-1718028000-1718031600@thej.org
SUMMARY:Designs & Designers: The History of American Department Stores
DESCRIPTION:In partnership with the National JCC Adult & Senior Alliance  \n\n\n\nJoin this fascinating lecture focused on department stores in the U.S.!  Inspired by the book he is writing – The Romance of Retail – Robbie Amodeo’s debut lecture with the Alliance covers the glamorous heyday of department stores and how they evolved since the 1800’s\, including the “firsts” in America and how the American Midwest was as relevant to the burgeoning retail as cities such as NYC and Philadelphia.  Throughout the talk\, enjoy the photos and vintage pieces that Robbie will highlight.
URL:https://thej.org/event/designs-designers-the-history-of-american-department-stores/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Arts & Culture
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thej.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Alliance.png
ORGANIZER;CN="National JCC Adult &#038%3B Senior Alliance":MAILTO:alliance@marinjcc.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240610T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240610T160000
DTSTAMP:20240318T215340Z
CREATED:20240318T215258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240318T215340Z
UID:10001232-1718028000-1718035200@thej.org
SUMMARY:Yiddish Level 2 Spring Session (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION: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). \n\n\n\nMondays\, April 8-June 17 (8 classes; no class April 22\, 29\, May 27) \n\n\n\nInstructor: Norman Buder \n\n\n\nAges 18+
URL:https://thej.org/event/yiddish-level-2-spring-session-virtual/2024-06-10/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Arts & Culture,Israel Culture & Learning
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thej.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Yiddish.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Enrichment":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240614T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240614T113000
DTSTAMP:20240603T152640Z
CREATED:20240603T152639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240603T152640Z
UID:10001545-1718359200-1718364600@thej.org
SUMMARY:Spanish Intermediate 3 Course (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION: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. Break/15 min. Breakout Room time (practice w/classmate)/15 min. in Main Room for review and Q&A.Some handouts will be provided. Homework will be assigned for reinforcement and review. Optional textbooks will be recommended\, but you are free to use any books on hand.A Zoom link will be provided prior to the first day of class. Note: Minimum number of students: 4; Maximum number of students: 12Fridays\, April 12-June 21 (10 weeks) No class May 31.Instructor: Ruth Roberts\, Spanish Language Instructor
URL:https://thej.org/event/spanish-intermediate-3-course-virtual-2/2024-06-14/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Arts & Culture
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thej.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Spanish.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Enrichment":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240617T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240617T150000
DTSTAMP:20240405T221320Z
CREATED:20240405T221318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240405T221320Z
UID:10001350-1718632800-1718636400@thej.org
SUMMARY:Designs & Designers: The Department Stores of London
DESCRIPTION:In partnership with the National JCC Adult & Senior Alliance \n\n\n\nDesigner\, stylist & host\, Robbie Amadeo returns with more interesting insights into the history of department stores.  Join him to “cross the pond” and to explore many of the wonderful shops of London; Harrods\, Harvey Nichols\, Selfridges\, Liberty to name a few.  Throughout the talk\, enjoy the photos and vintage pieces that Robbie will display and discuss.
URL:https://thej.org/event/designs-designers-the-department-stores-of-london/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Arts & Culture
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thej.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Alliance.png
ORGANIZER;CN="National JCC Adult &#038%3B Senior Alliance":MAILTO:alliance@marinjcc.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240617T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240617T160000
DTSTAMP:20240318T215340Z
CREATED:20240318T215258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240318T215340Z
UID:10001233-1718632800-1718640000@thej.org
SUMMARY:Yiddish Level 2 Spring Session (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION: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). \n\n\n\nMondays\, April 8-June 17 (8 classes; no class April 22\, 29\, May 27) \n\n\n\nInstructor: Norman Buder \n\n\n\nAges 18+
URL:https://thej.org/event/yiddish-level-2-spring-session-virtual/2024-06-17/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Arts & Culture,Israel Culture & Learning
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thej.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Yiddish.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Enrichment":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240618T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240618T210000
DTSTAMP:20240503T182801Z
CREATED:20240228T011257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240503T182801Z
UID:10001209-1718737200-1718744400@thej.org
SUMMARY:Beginning Bridge Lessons (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to play this popular card game — to play socially with friends or (eventually) competitively – through dynamic PowerPoint presentations and interactive lessons.  \n\n\n\nIn 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 to ask questions\, and have fun while mastering social bridge! This class is truly for beginners who have never played bridge. \n\n\n\nTuesdays\, May 7-July 2 (8 weeks; no class June 11) \n\n\n\nInstructor: Yen DeAnda\, ACBL accredited\, Gold Life Master
URL:https://thej.org/event/beginning-bridge-lessons-in-person/2024-06-18/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Recreation & Games
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thej.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Bridge.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Enrichment":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240620T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240620T153000
DTSTAMP:20240607T150712Z
CREATED:20240607T144751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240607T150712Z
UID:10001569-1718892000-1718897400@thej.org
SUMMARY:Yiddish 1: A Taste of Yiddish – Summer Session 2024 (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Beginners and those with a little knowledge are welcome!  We will continue reading stories and learning new vocabulary. We’ll also learn to say useful phrases and how to ask important questions and tell jokes in Yiddish. Study materials will be provided via email and Word documents\, in Hebrew letters as well as transliteration. Learn this hybrid (German-Hebrew) language used by our ancestors\, that has become quite popular today! \n\n\n\nInstructor: Norman Buder Ages: 18+Thursdays\, June 20-August 15 (8 weeks) No class July 4.
URL:https://thej.org/event/yiddish-1-a-taste-of-yiddish-summer-session-2024-virtual/2024-06-20/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Israel Culture & Learning
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thej.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Yiddish.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Enrichment":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240620T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240620T170000
DTSTAMP:20240405T221629Z
CREATED:20240405T221536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240405T221629Z
UID:10001351-1718899200-1718902800@thej.org
SUMMARY:Exploring Music: Masters of Songwriting – Mercer & King
DESCRIPTION:In partnership with the National JCC Adult & Senior Alliance \n\n\n\nJoin popular pianist\, instructor\, composer\, and arranger Clint Edwards when he returns with a special mini-series focused on two master songwriters: Johnny Mercer & Carole King. \n\n\n\nTwo Thursdays\, June 20 & 27
URL:https://thej.org/event/exploring-music-masters-of-songwriting-mercer-king/2024-06-20/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Arts & Culture
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thej.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Alliance.png
ORGANIZER;CN="National JCC Adult &#038%3B Senior Alliance":MAILTO:alliance@marinjcc.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240621T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240621T113000
DTSTAMP:20240603T152640Z
CREATED:20240603T152639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240603T152640Z
UID:10001536-1718964000-1718969400@thej.org
SUMMARY:Spanish Intermediate 3 Course (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION: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. Break/15 min. Breakout Room time (practice w/classmate)/15 min. in Main Room for review and Q&A.Some handouts will be provided. Homework will be assigned for reinforcement and review. Optional textbooks will be recommended\, but you are free to use any books on hand.A Zoom link will be provided prior to the first day of class. Note: Minimum number of students: 4; Maximum number of students: 12Fridays\, April 12-June 21 (10 weeks) No class May 31.Instructor: Ruth Roberts\, Spanish Language Instructor
URL:https://thej.org/event/spanish-intermediate-3-course-virtual-2/2024-06-21/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Arts & Culture
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thej.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Spanish.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Enrichment":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240623T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240623T110000
DTSTAMP:20240614T151438Z
CREATED:20240614T151331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240614T151438Z
UID:10001705-1719140400-1719140400@thej.org
SUMMARY:Screams Before Silence Screening in Partnership with JCRC
DESCRIPTION:A documentary film on the sexual violence committed by Hamas on October 7\, 2023.
URL:https://thej.org/event/screams-before-silence-screening-in-partnership-with-jcrc/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Arts & Culture,Israel Culture & Learning
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://thej.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/ScreamsBeforeSilence-6.23.24.pdf
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240624T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240624T133000
DTSTAMP:20240514T134248Z
CREATED:20240514T134217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240514T134248Z
UID:10001482-1719232200-1719235800@thej.org
SUMMARY:News in Review Roundtable (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Today’s news happens 24/7 and is often hard to digest. It’s your turn to speak and listen to opinions of others\, respectively.Facilitated by Philip Sternberg
URL:https://thej.org/event/news-in-review-roundtable-virtual/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Special Interest Groups
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thej.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/News.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Enrichment":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240625T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240625T153000
DTSTAMP:20240523T183639Z
CREATED:20240523T183638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240523T183639Z
UID:10001511-1719313200-1719329400@thej.org
SUMMARY:Museum Trip to see “Star Power” at the Portrait Gallery
DESCRIPTION:Join us on a trip to the National Portrait Gallery to view the traveling exhibit of Star Power: Photographs from Hollywood’s Golden Age by George Hurrell. \n\n\n\nDuring the 1930s and early 1940s\, George Hurrell (1904–1992) reigned as Hollywood’s preeminent portrait photographer. Hired by the Publicity Department at Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM) when he was only twenty-five\, Hurrell advanced rapidly to become the studio’s principal portraitist. With a keen eye for artful posing\, innovative lighting effects\, and skillful retouching\, he produced timeless portraits that burnished the luster of many of the “Golden Age’s” greatest stars. Featuring more than 20 vintage photographs\, this exhibition portrays some of Golden Age Hollywood’s most memorable stars at the height of their fame\, including John Barrymore\, Jimmy Durante\, Rosalind Russell\, Spencer Tracy\, Loretta Young and many more.  \n\n\n\nThere will be time to first eat lunch at the Courtyard Café (on own) and to visit the museum’s gift shop after viewing the exhibit. Here is the link to the café menu: https://npg.si.edu/visit/courtyard-cafe. You are welcome to bring your own lunch. We will provide a simple snack and bottled water for the bus ride home. This trip is limited to 30 participants on a first come\, first served basis. Tickets are transferable\, but not refundable \n\n\n\nBus departs from Pozez JCC promptly at 11am and returns at approximately 3:30pm
URL:https://thej.org/event/museum-trip-to-see-star-power-at-the-portrait-gallery/
LOCATION:National Portrait Gallery\, 8th St NW & G St NW\, Washington\, District of Columbia\, 20001
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Arts & Culture
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thej.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Adult-Enrichment.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Enrichment":MAILTO:Bonnie.Sokol@theJ.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240625T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240625T190000
DTSTAMP:20240513T184344Z
CREATED:20240513T184343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240513T184344Z
UID:10001464-1719342000-1719342000@thej.org
SUMMARY:Pages & Perspectives – Arlington
DESCRIPTION:Join Faith for an engaging book club discussion on “The Amen Effect” by Sharon Braus. Dive into insightful conversations\, share perspectives\, and explore the fascinating insights offered by the author.
URL:https://thej.org/event/pages-perspectives-arlington/
LOCATION:Arlington\, VA\, Arlington\, Virginia
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Family & Youth
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thej.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Pages-Perspectives.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Growing Jewish Families":MAILTO:FamilyAmbassadors@theJ.org
END:VEVENT
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