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SUMMARY:Hazak: Ahoy Mates! In Partnership with Beth Emeth
DESCRIPTION:A Pozez JCC Outreach Program in Partnership with Congregation Beth Emeth Featuring Zinaida Segal\, Senior Director of Community Impact & Engagement\, Pozez JCC. Ahoy mates! Discover the historical connections between Jews and pirates. Jewish educator Zina Segal will present an interesting and surprising chronology of Jewish involvement in piracy\, the Inquisition\, commerce and exploration of the New World. Learn about the Jewish pirates of the Caribbean in a fun\, interactive way. Activities\, refreshments\, prizes! Wear your pirate costumes and accessories!
URL:https://thej.org/event/hazak-ahoy-mates/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth Emeth\, 12523 Lawyers Rd\, Herndon\, Virginia\, 20171
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Arts & Culture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Community Impact and Engagement":MAILTO:Zina.Segal@theJ.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T140000
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SUMMARY:Session Begins: Yiddish Level 1 - Fall 2026 (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Thursdays\, September 10-December 17 (14 classes; no class Nov. 26)2:00 PM – 3:30 PMInstructor: Norman Buder\, Yiddish ScholarAges: 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\nAll materials will be provided via email\, in both Hebrew and transliteration.Minimum number of students 6; maximum 12 \n\n\n\nFee: $195 JCC Members/ $215 Non-membersQuestions? Contact Shari.Berman@theJ.org or 703.537.3068.
URL:https://thej.org/event/yiddish-level-1-fall-2026-virtual/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Arts & Culture,Israel Culture & Learning
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ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Services":MAILTO:AdultServices@theJ.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T194500
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SUMMARY:Session Begins: Makheylah: JCC Community Choir - Fall 2026 (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Thursdays\, September 10-January 21 (16 rehearsals; no practices Oct. 1\, Nov. 26\, Dec. 24\, 31)7:45 PM – 9:00 PMLed by P’nina Plotkin McCabe\, Choir DirectorAges 16+ \n\n\n\nDo you like to sing? Are you interested in singing Jewish songs? If so\, join Makheylah — the JCC Community Choir! This is a great opportunity to connect musically to the Jewish tradition. \n\n\n\nThe 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 encompasses a wide range of Jewish music. We have sung liturgical music\, Yiddish theater songs and folksongs\, Ladino selections\, Israeli pop songs – so much to choose from! We present short performances (tbd)\, too. Come – let’s sing! \n\n\n\nNote: Please bring a white 3-ring binder to each rehearsal for sheet music. \n\n\n\nQuestions? Please contact AdultServices@theJ.org or Rosesntune@aol.com. \n\n\n\nFee (includes sheet music):General: $180 JCC Member/$200 Non-memberMilitary: $145 JCC Member/$165 Non-member (use code POZEZMILITARYF26)Students: $100 JCC Member/$120 Non-member (use code POZEZSTUDENTF26) \n\n\n\nDirector’s Bio: P’nina Plotkin McCabe has a bachelor’s 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.
URL:https://thej.org/event/makheylah-jcc-community-choir-fall/
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="Adult Services":MAILTO:AdultServices@theJ.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260914T140000
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SUMMARY:Session Begins: Yiddish Level 2 – Fall 2026 (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Yiddish Level 2 – Fall 2026 (Virtual)Mondays\, September 14-December 14 (13 classes; no class Sept. 21)2:00 PM-4:00 PMInstructor: Norman Buder\, Yiddish ScholarAges 18+Join this ongoing\, online class if you have some knowledge of Yiddish\, know the Hebrew alphabet well\, 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 understanding the meaning of Yiddish words and phrases. \n\n\n\nStudents will need to log into Zoom via a device for this course. All materials are provided and will be sent electronically. A college-level Yiddish dictionary is helpful to have on hand.Minimum number of students 6; maximum 12.Fee: $235 JCC Member/ $255 Non-memberQuestions? Contact AdultServices@theJ.org
URL:https://thej.org/event/yiddish-level-2-fall-2026-virtual/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Arts & Culture,Israel Culture & Learning
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ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Services":MAILTO:AdultServices@theJ.org
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SUMMARY:Double Take Israel: Belonging & Home
DESCRIPTION:Attend one or both film screenings and discussions! \n\n\n\nPart 1: Movie: “Operation Grandma” (97 minutes)Wednesday\, August 26\, 12:00 PM-2:30 PM \n\n\n\nPart 2: Movie: “In Between”Wednesday\, September 16\, 12:00 PM- 3:30 PM \n\n\n\nHow does the place we come from shape who we are? What happens when we leave home in search of freedom\, identity\, and belonging? And how do mixed cities in Israel become spaces of both opportunity and tension? \n\n\n\nJoin us for the second event in our Double Take Israel series exploring belonging and identity in Israeli society through film and conversation. Need not have attended the first screening to enjoy this film discussion. \n\n\n\nThis screening will feature “In Between” (Drama\, 103 minutes)\, an award-winning Israeli-Palestinian film following three young Palestinian women sharing an apartment in Tel Aviv while trying to balance independence\, friendship\, tradition\, and modern life. Between nightlife\, careers\, family expectations\, and cultural pressures\, each woman struggles to define who she wants to be in a society full of contradictions. \n\n\n\nTrigger warning: This film contains themes and references to sexual violence. \n\n\n\nBefore the film\, we’ll explore:-Mixed cities and shared spaces in Israel-The Palestinian community in Tel Aviv-How Palestinian women navigate social expectations in the big city-The tension between tradition\, family\, freedom\, and identity \n\n\n\nPowerful\, emotional\, funny\, and deeply human — “In Between” offers a complex and intimate look at young women living between worlds. \n\n\n\nFree admission. RSVP required. We hope that you will support the Shlichut program and Israel engagement programs here.
URL:https://thej.org/event/double-take-israel-belonging-home-2/
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="Israel Programming":MAILTO:Chen.Sara@theJ.org
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SUMMARY:GJF Bim Bom Bags: Celebrate with Crafts and Fun!
DESCRIPTION:Delivery throughout the yearMost enjoyed by ages 2 to 6 \n\n\n\nBim Bom Bags are a fun and meaningful way to bring Jewish holidays into your home! Each bag is filled with themed crafts\, snacks\, learning materials\, and surprises designed especially for young children and their families. \n\n\n\nThis year\, we are excited to offer a new series of four seasonal bags — choose your favorites or sign up for the whole set! Bags are hand-delivered to families in Northern Virginia and include everything you need for a hands-on\, at-home celebration. \n\n\n\nSign up today and make Jewish moments even more special for your little ones! Questions? Email us at FamilyAmbassadors@theJ.org. \n\n\n\nSukkot: Order by Wednesday\, September 23 for delivery on or before Monday\, September 28.Hanukkah: Order by Wednesday\, November 25 for delivery on or before Friday\, December 4.Purim/Passover: Order by Friday\, March 12 for delivery on or before Friday\, March 19.Shavuot/Lag B’Omer/Israel: Order by Wednesday\, May 19 for delivery on or before Tuesday\, May 25. \n\n\n\nFee: Each bag is $24. Buy the set of four and pay just $85. If you would like to pick up at the J\, the set is $75. \n\n\n\nDelivery days may be adjusted due to scheduling changes. \n\n\n\nThe J-Family Ambassadors are funded by The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington and implemented by Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia’s Growing Jewish Families
URL:https://thej.org/event/gjf-bim-bom-bags-2/2026-09-23/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Family & Youth,Jewish Holidays
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ORGANIZER;CN="Growing Jewish Families":MAILTO:FamilyAmbassadors@theJ.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T190000
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SUMMARY:Session Begins: Improv Class – Fall 2026
DESCRIPTION:Wednesdays\, September 30-November 18 (8 weeks)7:00 PM – 9:00 PMInstructor: Steve PilloffAges 18+ \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: $175 Member/ $195 Non-memberQuestions? Contact Shari.Berman@theJ.org or 703.537.3068. \n\n\n\nInstructor’s Bio:Steve Pilloff is an improv teacher\, producer\, and performer. A professor in the Costello College of Business at George Mason University\, he has led improv workshops for diverse student groups and serves as faculty advisor to the Mason Improv Association. Beyond the university\, Steve teaches with organizations such as the Pozez JCC\, Highwire Improv\, Encore Learning\, and the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute. He regularly performs in and produces improv shows across the DC–Baltimore area.
URL:https://thej.org/event/improv-class-fall-2026/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Arts & Culture
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