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SUMMARY:First Friday Book Group (Hybrid)
DESCRIPTION:Calling all readers! This month’s book discussion will explore “The Women” by Kristin Hannah; Facilitated by Laura Sims.Zoom link will be sent the day before for all who register.Fee: $0 Members/ $15 Non-members
URL:https://thej.org/event/first-friday-book-group-hybrid-15/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC and Online
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Arts & Culture,Special Interest Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T150000
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SUMMARY:Jewish Classical Music performed by FMMC
DESCRIPTION:Founded in 1886 as a community of music lovers and musicians\, the Friday Morning Music Club\, Inc. (FMMC)\, has promoted classical music in the Washington area for over 130 years. FMMC’s public concerts—now held throughout the week and no longer just on Friday mornings… are free and performed as a public service. All are invited.This FMMC program will include 4 pieces by Jewish composers and two well-known Jewish holiday pieces: Kol Nidrei and Eliahu HaNavi.• Max Bruch: Kol Nidrei. John Kaboff\, cello.• Ernst Bloch: Suite No. 1 for Solo Cello. John Kaboff\, cello.• Judith Shatin: Chai Variations on Eliahu HaNavi. Joan Mizrahi\, piano.• Darius Milhaud: Suite for Violin\, Clarinet\, and Piano\, Op. 157b. Eunju Kwak\, violin; Albert Hunt\, clarinet; Jeongseon Choi\, piano.Join us for a free Jewish-themed classical concert with fabulous FMMC artists at the J!Fee: Complimentary for all\, however\, advanced registration is required.
URL:https://thej.org/event/jewish-classical-music-performed-by-fmmc/
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:20251022T190000
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SUMMARY:Session Begins: Improv Class
DESCRIPTION:Wednesdays\, October 22-December 3 (no class Nov. 26)\, 7:00 PM-9:00 PM \n\n\n\nStep into a space where laughter\, connection\, and creativity take center stage. This improv class is open to all—whether you’re a seasoned performer or someone who’s never set foot on stage. Through engaging games\, collaborative exercises\, and scene work\, you’ll learn the fundamentals of improvisation in a relaxed\, judgment-free environment designed to spark joy and build confidence. \n\n\n\nEach week\, we’ll dive into core improv principles like active listening\, saying “yes\, and\,” building characters\, and creating stories together. You’ll strengthen your communication skills\, stretch your imagination\, and discover new ways to express yourself—all while sharing plenty of laughs with a supportive group of fellow adventurers. \n\n\n\nNo prior experience is necessary. Just bring your curiosity\, a willingness to connect\, and an openness to play. Whether you’re looking to boost your creativity\, meet new people\, or simply unwind and have fun\, this class offers a refreshing break from routine and a chance to surprise yourself. \n\n\n\nFee: $130 Member/ $150 Non-member \n\n\n\nAbout the InstructorSteve Pilloff is an active improv teacher\, producer\, and performer with a passion for helping people connect and discover the joy of spontaneous creativity. He has led improv workshops for a wide range of undergraduate and graduate student groups at George Mason University\, where he is a professor in the Costello College of Business. Steve also serves as the faculty advisor to the Mason Improv Association\, the university’s student improv organization. \n\n\n\nBeyond the classroom\, Steve brings his expertise to broader communities. He has taught introductory improv classes and assisted with business improv workshops for corporate clients through Highwire Improv. He has also led sessions at retirement centers and with various community groups. \n\n\n\nAs a performer\, Steve is a frequent presence on stages across the DC-Baltimore area\, appearing regularly at Washington Improv Theater and in various indie shows. He is also a dedicated producer\, organizing and hosting improv performances throughout Northern Virginia.
URL:https://thej.org/event/improv-class/
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:20251023T183000
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SUMMARY:Women’s Wisdom and Leadership in Jewish Texts and Contemporary Homes
DESCRIPTION:Instructors: Priscilla Askenas and Zina Segal \n\n\n\nJoin us for a meaningful five-part series that celebrates the voices of Jewish women from our classical texts; bringing their wisdom into our contemporary homes. Each gathering offers an opportunity for both learning and creativity\, exploring the leadership and legacy of a different woman from Jewish tradition\, followed by crafting a unique item of Judaica connected to her story. Each project will be something one can proudly use in their own Shabbat and holiday rituals. \n\n\n\nParticipants may register for a single session or purchase the full series at a discounted rate. Over the course of the program\, participants will create their own full set of handmade ritual items: a challah board\, kiddush cup\, Shabbat candlesticks\, a Havdalah candle\, and a beautifully decorated tambourine. \n\n\n\nSeries ScheduleThursday\, October 23 – Noah’s Wife: Wood-burned Challah BoardThursday\, December 11 – Eve: Hand-painted Kiddush CupTuesday\, February 3 – Sarah: Shabbat CandlesticksWednesday\, March 4 – Miriam: Decorated Tambourine with Jewish CalligraphyThursday\, May 7 – Deborah: Handmade Havdalah Candle \n\n\n\nFee: Individual Events – $25 Members/$30 Non-membersAll 5 events: $80 Members/ $100 Non-members \n\n\n\nPurchase the series here.
URL:https://thej.org/event/womens-wisdom-1/
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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ORGANIZER;CN="Zina Segal":MAILTO:Zina.Segal@theJ.org
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SUMMARY:JxJ Best of Fest - "The True Story of Tamara De Lempicka & the Art of Survival"
DESCRIPTION:The Pozez JCC\, in partnership with Edlavitch DCJCC\, is thrilled to present JxJ BEST OF FEST: Monthly Film Screenings at Cinema Arts Theatre in Fairfax! \n\n\n\nEnjoy 5 feature length and 6 short Jewish or Israeli films over a 6-month period here in our area! \n\n\n\n“The True Story of Tamara De Lempicka & the Art of Survival”Dir. Julie Rubio | 2024 | United States | 96 min.All women’s groups (Sisterhoods\, NCJW\, Hadassah\, Brandeis Women\, book clubs\, etc.) are invited to attend this matinee screening about an infamous Jewish female painter in Paris in the 1920s. \n\n\n\nA visually stunning and sweeping documentary that traces the life and survival of the renowned painter through her powerful paintings – from her rise to international stardom in 1920s Paris\, to her move to the United States in 1940\, fleeing the rise of fascism\, and her revival in the current art market. \n\n\n\nTamara de Lempicka was the preeminent Art Deco painter\, known for her high-gloss sensual nudes and portraits of high society during the Jazz Age. She was marginalized and gained notoriety for her romantic liaisons with her models and her indulgent\, decadent lifestyle\, but she was so much more. The film follows this remarkable émigrée as she reinvents herself multiple times\, looking behind the veneer of the publicity she generated for herself and examining the bisexual Jewish artist who embodied talent\, resilience\, passion\, and the relentless pursuit of artistic freedom. Told through her never-before-seen 8mm home movies and groundbreaking newly discovered birth and baptism certificates\, our film reveals her true name\, heritage\, and identity for the first time and will change art history. \n\n\n\nTickets: $15Tickets may be purchased at the Cinema Arts Box Office or online.
URL:https://thej.org/event/jxj-best-of-fest-2/
LOCATION:Cinema Arts Theatre\, 9650 Main St\, Fairfax\, Virginia\, 22031
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:20251026T160000
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SUMMARY:ArtWorks Puppet Workshop with Artist Maya Nadison
DESCRIPTION:This hands-on shadow puppetry workshop invites children to experience how ArtWorks by giving form to stories\, voice to ideas\, and substance to imagination. Through the playful and powerful medium of shadow puppets\, participants will explore the art of visual storytelling to inspire empathy\, teamwork\, and self-expression. \n\n\n\nChildren will create their own puppets\, develop simple storyboards\, and collaborate on short performances for their peers. \n\n\n\nBest for ages 5 to 12.Fee: $15 Member/$18 Non-member
URL:https://thej.org/event/artworks-puppet-workshop/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Family & Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="Growing Jewish Families":MAILTO:FamilyAmbassadors@theJ.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251027T190000
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SUMMARY:The People of the Joke: Comedy as Continuity in American Jewish Life
DESCRIPTION:The Fourth Annual Distinguished Lecture in Judaic Studies with Dr. Jenny Caplan\, University of Cincinnati \n\n\n\nWhy should we take comedy seriously? This talk dives into how popular media—and especially Jewish humor—can unlock surprising insights into American Jewish life. Over the past fifty years\, concerns about assimilation and declining affiliation have fueled talk of a “continuity crisis\,” but by looking beyond the usual metrics and into the world of comedy\, we uncover a richer picture—one that reveals a healthier and more robust image of American Judaism. \n\n\n\nCo-sponsored by GMU Judaic Studies\, Mason Hillel\, The Pozez JCC\, and the JCRC.
URL:https://thej.org/event/the-people-of-the-joke/
LOCATION:George Mason University\, 4441 George Mason Blvd\, Fairfax\, Virginia\, 22030
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Arts & Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251030T133000
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SUMMARY:Session Begins: Siamese Mah Jongg Lessons - Fall Daytime
DESCRIPTION:Thursdays\, October 30 – November 13 (3 weeks)1:30 PM-3:00 PMAges 18+Instructor: Janine RubensDo you play Mah Jongg and want to learn how to play with two people? Then learning Siamese Mah Jongg is for you as it creatively uses 2 racks to play the game. \n\n\n\nThese lessons are for experienced Mah Jongg players. A 2025 National Mah Jongg League (NMJL) card is required. \n\n\n\nAdd some spice to your life by learning how play two-handed Mah Jongg in 2025! \n\n\n\nNote: Minimum number of students is 4\, maximum is 12.Fee: $65 Members/$75 Non-members
URL:https://thej.org/event/siamese-mah-jongg/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Arts & Culture,Recreation & Games
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ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Enrichment":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org
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