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SUMMARY:"Fiddler on the Roof" Matinee at Signature Theatre
DESCRIPTION:Experience the heart and soul of one of Broadway’s most beloved musicals at the renowned Signature Theatre in Arlington! Join us for a matinee performance of “Fiddler on the Roof\,” the timeless story of tradition\, family\, and resilience—brought to life with unforgettable songs like “Sunrise\, Sunset” and “If I Were a Rich Man.” \n\n\n\nThis production is directed by Joe Calarco\, whose creative vision shines in Signature’s intimate in-the-round space—making this a truly special staging of this classic musical. \n\n\n\nBefore the show\, enjoy an optional pre-show lunch at Carlyle—one of Shirlington’s favorite restaurants\, known for its warm atmosphere and classic American fare. We’ll meet for lunch at 12:15 PM\, just a short stroll away from the theatre. (Lunch at your own cost.) \n\n\n\nDetails:Optional Lunch (12:15 PM): Carlyle\, 4000 Campbell Ave\, Arlington\, VA 22206Performance (2:00 PM): Signature Theatre\, 4200 Campbell Ave\, Arlington\, VA 22206Transportation is not included; carpooling is advised for ease of parking and convenience.Register by Wednesday\, December 4\, 2025. Ages 16+. \n\n\n\nCome with your family and friends for a memorable afternoon of music\, meaning\, and community! \n\n\n\nFee: Members $105 | Non-members $110
URL:https://thej.org/event/fiddler-on-the-roof-matinee/
LOCATION:Signature Theatre\, 4200 Campbell Ave\, Arlington\, Virginia\, 22206
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:20260105T140000
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SUMMARY:Session Begins: Yiddish Level 2 - Winter (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Mondays\, January 5-March 23 (11 classes; no class Jan. 19)2:00 PM-4:00 PMInstructor: Norman Buder\, Yiddish ScholarAges 18+ \n\n\n\nJoin this ongoing\, online class if you have some knowledge of Yiddish\, know the Hebrew alphabet\, and would like to continue to learn to read and speak the language. Classes focus on reading Yiddish stories\, learning new and relevant vocabulary\, and conversing in Yiddish. \n\n\n\nStudents will need to log into Zoom via a device for this course. All materials are provided (no textbook required) and will be sent electronically. A college-level Yiddish dictionary is helpful to have on hand. \n\n\n\nFee: $140 Member/$160 Non-member
URL:https://thej.org/event/yiddish-level-2-winter-2026-virtual/
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:20260107T150000
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SUMMARY:Session Begins: Spanish Basic 2 - Winter (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Wednesdays\, January 7-March 18 (10 weeks; no class Mar. 11)3:00 pm – 4:30 pmInstructor: Ruth Roberts\, Spanish Language InstructorAges: 18+ \n\n\n\nHola/Hello! Have you ever learned a foreign language? Would you like to spell your name\, describe your favorite place and converse in present tense Spanish? Or maybe you would like to refresh the Spanish you learned so long ago as a student. If so\, this is the class for you! \n\n\n\nInstructor Ruth Roberts uses interactive techniques and exercises to get you speaking in the language immediately. Our online format allows for review\, introduction of new materials\, practice in large and small groups\, and even a mid-session break! \n\n\n\nAll materials are provided by the instructor for this ongoing class\, however\, having a textbook to consult is helpful. The recommended book to buy is “Complete Spanish: The Basics” (first edition) ISBN:978-1-4000-2423-0. \n\n\n\nMinimum number of students: 6; Maximum number of students: 12 \n\n\n\nFee: $160 Member/$180 Non-member
URL:https://thej.org/event/spanish-basic-2-winter-virtual/
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:20260108T140000
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SUMMARY:Session Begins: Yiddish Level 1 - Winter (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Thursdays\, January 8-March 26 (12 weeks)2:00 PM – 3:30 PMInstructor: Norman BuderAges: 18+ \n\n\n\nAdvanced beginners and those with some prior knowledge are welcome to join this ongoing course. Students must be comfortable with the Hebrew alphabet to learn the rudiments of reading. (Yiddish is phonetic and much easier than Hebrew.) \n\n\n\nParticipants will study classic Yiddish stories to learn a significant amount of vocabulary\, useful phrases\, how to ask essential questions\, and how to read Yiddish. Jokes\, proverbs\, songs\, and even a few curse words will be included; however\, this is not a conversational Yiddish course. Discover this hybrid language used by our ancestors\, which has gained popularity today. \n\n\n\nStudents will need to log into Zoom on a device each week. All materials will be provided via email\, in both Hebrew and transliteration. \n\n\n\nFee: $150 Members/$170 Non-members
URL:https://thej.org/event/yiddish-level-1-winter-2026-virtual/
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:20260109T100000
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SUMMARY:Session Begins: Spanish Intermediate – Winter (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Fridays\, January 9-March 13 (10 classes)10:00 AM-11:30 AMAges 18+Instructor: Ruth Roberts\, Spanish Language Instructor \n\n\n\nHola estudiantes de español! Practice grammar in conversation as you continue to reinforce the use of new vocabulary and grammar\, such as new verbs\, tenses and moods in this ongoing class. Learn about Spanish culture as well using interactive lessons\, games\, and music. \n\n\n\nClass Format:Review Homework: 10 min./Grammar: 40 min./Break:10 min.Breakout Room (practice grammar and conversation with classmates): 15 min.Main Room for review & Q&A: 15 min. \n\n\n\nOnline materials provided. Home practice will be assigned for reinforcement and review. Optional textbooks will be recommended\, but you are free to use any books on hand. \n\n\n\nZoom link provided prior to the first day of class. \n\n\n\nFee: $160 Member/ $180 Non-member
URL:https://thej.org/event/spanish-intermediate-winter/
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:20260111T113000
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SUMMARY:JCCCT Presents: Portfolio Workshop Series
DESCRIPTION:Sundays\, December 14\, January 11\, February 8\, March 811:30 AM-1:30 PM \n\n\n\nWhether you are prepping for your high school productions\, summer productions\, or college auditions\, come elevate your performance through our workshops to expand your repertoire and build on your acting skills. \n\n\n\nExplore the workshops individually or sign up for all 4! No experience is necessary to participate. Please contact Eila if you need help selecting materials or have questions about the workshops. Workshops are for 8th-12th graders. \n\n\n\nThe JCCCT Audition Portfolio Workshops are hosted by Maeve Nash\, the Fine Arts Projects Educational Specialist for FCPS\, Program Director for the National Capital Area Cappies\, and former high school theatre teacher! \n\n\n\nWorkshops: We recommend you join all for all four workshops to ensure you have a full\, well-rehearsed portfolio and we ask that you bring your own monologues and songs to work on. \n\n\n\n\nContemporary Monologue Workshop (Sunday\, Dec. 14\, 2025):Learn techniques for performing modern monologues! In this workshop\, you will have the chance to improve\, polish\, or begin working on a modern comedic or dramatic monologue. Please bring 1 or 2 monologues from the 20th or 21st century that you may want to perform in a future audition. Register\n\n\n\nSong Workshop (Sunday\, Jan. 11\, 2026):Learn how to act through song! In this workshop\, you will learn techniques for acting while you sing. Please bring 16-32 bars from a song of your choice (preferably from a musical) and prepare to improve your musical audition skills. Register\n\n\n\nClassical Monologue Workshop (Sunday\, Feb. 8\, 2026):Learn more about performing classical monologues! In this workshop\, you will learn tips for how to find meaning in and convey old language to modern audiences. Please bring 1 or 2 monologues written prior to the 20th century. Shakespeare and Moliere are good examples of classical playwrights. Register\n\n\n\nFull Audition Workshop (Sunday\, Mar. 8\, 2026):Finalize your portfolio! In this workshop\, you will rehearse all of your pieces in succession for feedback and work on improving and polishing your finalized portfolio. Register\n\n\n\n\nCost for all 4 workshops: $150 for Pozez JCC Members/ $190 for Non-membersCost per workshop: $40 Member/ $50 Non-members
URL:https://thej.org/event/jccct-presents-portfolio-workshop-series/2026-01-11/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Family & Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260111T143000
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SUMMARY:JxJ Best of Fest - "The Property"
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 Property”Dir. Dana Modan | 2025 | Israel/Poland | 108 min.This fresh\, engaging drama follows Mika\, a “20-something” Israeli woman\, who accompanies her grandmother [played by celebrated and beloved actress Rivka Michaeli] on a trip to Poland in an attempt to reclaim her grandmother’s family home that was taken during WWII. The feisty grandmother and naturalistic\, independent Mika each carry secrets – Mika finds herself drawn to a charming Polish tour guide\, while her grandmother encounters a man from her hidden past. What begins as a quest to reclaim a family flat becomes a deep journey of self-discovery and reconciliation. Dana Modan’s touching adaptation of her sister Rutu Modan’s award-winning graphic novel is nominated for four Israeli Academy Awards\, including Best Screenplay. \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-5/
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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SUMMARY:ReelAbilities Film Festival: Greater Washington
DESCRIPTION:ReelAbilities Film Festival: Greater Washington is dedicated to promoting awareness and appreciation of the lives\, stories and artistic expressions of people with disabilities. Each year\, this dynamic festival\, powered by the Pozez JCC\, presents both domestic and international award-winning films paired with interactive programming that gives us a new perspective and highlights the vibrant personalities\, realities\, and extraordinary abilities of people.
URL:https://thej.org/event/reelabilities-film-festival-greater-washington/
LOCATION:Virginia
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Arts & Culture,Inclusion & Disabilities
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ORGANIZER;CN="ReelAbilities Film Festival":MAILTO:Paul.Marengo@theJ.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260131T190000
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SUMMARY:A Joyful Noise - Klezmer Performance and Exhibit Reception
DESCRIPTION:Rescheduled from January 24. All tickets from the postponed event will be honored on January 31. \n\n\n\n7:00 PM-8:00 PM: Reception for “A Joyful Noise: Photographs of Klezmer Musicians” By Lloyd Wolf8:00 PM-9:00 PM: Live klezmer performed by Mrs. Toretsky’s Nightmare! \n\n\n\nCelebrate the culmination of the exhibition “A Joyful Noise: Photographs of Klezmer Musicians\,” an exhibition depicting historic and up-to-the minute klezmer musicians. For over thirty years\, internationally-recognized award-winning photographer Lloyd Wolf has documented the musicians of this uniquely Jewish art form. No other photographic archive of this significant world music has existed – until now. \n\n\n\nSee the Exhibition \n\n\n\nThese photographs sizzle with energy\, capturing the soul and sound of the performers in visual form. After a joyful reception\, be wowed by the local klezmer group Mrs. Toretsky’s Nightmare! This band fills the air with the celebratory\, dance-inducing music of Eastern European Jews\, from melodies unearthed in long-lost archives to complex tunes penned by today’s hottest young klezmer composers. \n\n\n\nThe band’s appearances have ranged from weddings\, porch fests\, folk festivals\, and a judge investiture to Hanukkah parties for Vice President Kamala Harris and Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff. \n\n\n\nFeaturing:Tom Armstrong\, BassJudy Barlas\, TsimblRachel Goldsmith\, PercussionNoah Guthman\, Tenor SaxophoneMark Haag\, TubaAbe Plaut\, TrumpetHoward Ungar\, Trumpet\, Baritone EuphoniumMelissa Wilets\, Accordion \n\n\n\nLight appetizers and drinks will be served. \n\n\n\nFee: $25 Member/$30 Non-member
URL:https://thej.org/event/a-joyful-noise/
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="Curator%2C Bodzin Art Gallery":MAILTO:Sarah.Berry@theJ.org
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