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SUMMARY:Art & Artists: The Art of Passover (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:As most know\, the holiday of Passover is based on the story of the exodus of the Jews from Egypt. The name “Passover” comes from the “passing over” of the homes of the Jews during the 10th plague\, the death of the first born.  Join in this look at the Passover celebration via art objects as visual resources for learning and understanding. \n\n\n\nIn partnership with the National JCC Adult & Senior Alliance  
URL:https://thej.org/event/art-artists-the-art-of-passover-virtual/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Arts & Culture,Jewish Holidays
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ORGANIZER;CN="National JCC Adult &#038%3B Senior Alliance":MAILTO:alliance@marinjcc.org
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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/2024-04-08/
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:20240410T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240410T160000
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/2024-04-10/
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:20240410T194500
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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/2024-04-10/
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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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/2024-04-11/
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:20240412T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240412T113000
DTSTAMP:20240603T152624Z
CREATED:20240506T135714Z
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UID:10001442-1712916000-1712921400@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/2024-04-12/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240412T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240412T113000
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UID:10001451-1712916000-1712921400@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-2/2024-04-12/
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:20240412T104500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240412T154500
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SUMMARY:Trip to Theater J in DC to see "Hester Street" (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this theatrical adaptation of the beloved 1975 film by Joan Micklin Silver. Faced with the disintegration of her marriage in a world she can barely comprehend\, Gitl must find her voice\, protect her son\, and redefine her identity. Hester Street is an unforgettable show\, awash in the humor\, heartbreak and hope essential to the Jewish immigrant experience. \n\n\n\nFollowing the show\, we will head back 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! \n\n\n\nPlease have a hearty breakfast before arriving and/or bring a dairy or pareve lunch to be eaten at Theater J before the show. We will provide a simple snack and bottled water to be eaten on the bus (before or after the show). \n\n\n\nNote: This trip is limited to 20 participants on a first come\, first served basis. Tickets are transferable\, but not refundable. \n\n\n\nBus departs the J at 11am and returns approximately 3:45pm.
URL:https://thej.org/event/trip-to-theater-j-in-dc-to-see-hester-street-in-person/
LOCATION:Theater J\, 1529 16th St NW\, Washington\, District of Columbia\, 20036
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Arts & Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240415T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240415T150000
DTSTAMP:20240220T215056Z
CREATED:20240220T215053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240220T215056Z
UID:10001174-1713189600-1713193200@thej.org
SUMMARY:Art & Artists: The Art of Israel (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a survey of the history of the Holy Land through art objects\, which begins with the building of King Solomon’s Temple\, and continues with the Jewish catacombs\, the synagogue mosaics and the establishment of the modern State of Israel.  This program follows the sweep of Israeli history while focusing on the visual arts and artists of recent centuries. \n\n\n\nIn partnership with the National JCC Adult & Senior Alliance
URL:https://thej.org/event/art-artists-the-art-of-israel-virtual/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Arts & Culture,Israel Culture & Learning
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
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240415T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240415T160000
DTSTAMP:20240318T215340Z
CREATED:20240318T215258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240318T215340Z
UID:10001227-1713189600-1713196800@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/2024-04-15/
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:20240417T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240417T160000
DTSTAMP:20240603T153138Z
CREATED:20240506T133148Z
LAST-MODIFIED: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/2024-04-17/
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:20240417T194500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240417T210000
DTSTAMP:20240222T195914Z
CREATED:20240214T021954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240222T195914Z
UID:10001192-1713383100-1713387600@thej.org
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/2024-04-17/
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240418T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240418T153000
DTSTAMP:20240318T215615Z
CREATED:20240318T215612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240318T215615Z
UID:10001235-1713448800-1713454200@thej.org
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/2024-04-18/
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:20240418T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240418T170000
DTSTAMP:20240222T200250Z
CREATED:20240220T214432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240222T200250Z
UID:10001172-1713456000-1713459600@thej.org
SUMMARY:Exploring Music: The Greatest Satirical Songs (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Satire is one of the oldest forms of humor and adding music only seems to make it more powerful; in early Germanic and Celtic societies\, people mocked in song would break out in boils and even commit suicide.  Join screenwriter\, author\, instructor & former stand-up comedian David Misch as he shares his picks for the best satirical songs in history\, 15 tunes mocking racism\, war\, sexism\, income inequality and more. \n\n\n\nIn partnership with the National JCC Adult & Senior Alliance
URL:https://thej.org/event/exploring-music-the-greatest-satirical-songs-virtual/2024-04-18/
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:20240419T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240419T113000
DTSTAMP:20240603T152624Z
CREATED:20240506T135714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240603T152624Z
UID:10001443-1713520800-1713526200@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/2024-04-19/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Arts & Culture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Enrichment":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240419T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240419T113000
DTSTAMP:20240603T152640Z
CREATED:20240603T152639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240603T152640Z
UID:10001537-1713520800-1713526200@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-2/2024-04-19/
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=UTC:20240425T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240425T153000
DTSTAMP:20240318T215615Z
CREATED:20240318T215612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240318T215615Z
UID:10001236-1714053600-1714059000@thej.org
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/2024-04-25/
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:20240426T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240426T113000
DTSTAMP:20240603T152624Z
CREATED:20240506T135714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240603T152624Z
UID:10001444-1714125600-1714131000@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/2024-04-26/
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:20240426T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240426T113000
DTSTAMP:20240603T152640Z
CREATED:20240603T152639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240603T152640Z
UID:10001538-1714125600-1714131000@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-2/2024-04-26/
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:20240501T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240501T160000
DTSTAMP:20240603T153138Z
CREATED:20240506T133148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240603T153138Z
UID:10001433-1714573800-1714579200@thej.org
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/2024-05-01/
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:20240501T194500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240501T210000
DTSTAMP:20240222T195914Z
CREATED:20240214T021954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240222T195914Z
UID:10001193-1714592700-1714597200@thej.org
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/2024-05-01/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Arts & Culture
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thej.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/chorus-sheet-music-stockpack-unsplash-scaled.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Enrichment":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240502T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240502T150000
DTSTAMP:20240419T142325Z
CREATED:20240206T195733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240419T142325Z
UID:10000769-1714654800-1714662000@thej.org
SUMMARY:Green Spring Gardens Tour & Tea
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we visit beautiful Green Spring Gardens Park for a 50-minute master gardener docent-led tour of the wonderful demonstration gardens. This will be followed by a traditional British tea\, including assorted tea sandwiches\, pastries\, scone\, cream & jam\, in the 1784 Historic House. (Learn more here: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/green-spring/historic-house)   \n\n\n\nAs we are fortunate to have this lovely plantation estate located practically in our backyard (only 5 miles from the J)\, we will be driving ourselves instead of taking a bus. Carpooling is a great option. \n\n\n\nMeet at the main visitor center – the Horticulture Center – for the tour at 12:50pm. Please be prompt. The garden tours take place rain or shine\, so please dress for the weather. Free parking on site. \n\n\n\nNote: The trip is limited to 38 participants on a first come\, first served basis. Register now! Cancellation policy for this trip: 100% before April 17th\, 75% after April 17th.
URL:https://thej.org/event/green-spring-gardens-tour-tea/
LOCATION:Green Spring Gardens\, 4603 Green Spring Rd\, Alexandria\, Virginia\, 22312
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Arts & Culture
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thej.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/green-spring-plan-your-visit.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Enrichment":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240502T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240502T153000
DTSTAMP:20240318T215615Z
CREATED:20240318T215612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240318T215615Z
UID:10001237-1714658400-1714663800@thej.org
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/2024-05-02/
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:20240503T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240503T113000
DTSTAMP:20240603T152624Z
CREATED:20240506T135714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240603T152624Z
UID:10001445-1714730400-1714735800@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/2024-05-03/
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:20240503T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240503T113000
DTSTAMP:20240603T152640Z
CREATED:20240603T152639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240603T152640Z
UID:10001539-1714730400-1714735800@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-2/2024-05-03/
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:20240503T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240503T163000
DTSTAMP:20240412T235002Z
CREATED:20240412T225523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240412T235002Z
UID:10001372-1714753800-1714753800@thej.org
SUMMARY:Nefesh Mountain Family Concert
DESCRIPTION:The renowned Jewish bluegrass band is coming to Alexandria/Arlington! \n\n\n\nAgudas Achim and Etz Hayim\, along with Pozez JCC’s Growing Jewish Families\, invite the community to a Celebration of Shabbat: A Family-Friendly Concert for Everyone who Loves Music with The Nefesh Mountain Trio. \n\n\n\nDoors open at 4:30pm. Concert from 5:00-5:45pm\, followed by a hearty oneg (heavy snacks). \n\n\n\nTickets:– Adults 13 and older: $18– Children 12 and younger: FREE
URL:https://thej.org/event/nefesh-mountain-family-concert/
LOCATION:Agudas Achim Congregation\, 2908 Valley Dr\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22302
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Family & Youth
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thej.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Nefesh-Mountain-Family-Concert.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Growing Jewish Families":MAILTO:FamilyAmbassadors@theJ.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240506T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240506T150000
DTSTAMP:20240501T122715Z
CREATED:20240501T122715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240501T122715Z
UID:10001399-1715004000-1715007600@thej.org
SUMMARY:Art & Artists: Jewish Roots of Modern American Star-chitects
DESCRIPTION:In partnership with the National JCC Adult & Senior Alliance.Join in this presentation which highlights the background and work of nine (9) Jewish architects who have designed well-known buildings in the United States and around the world\, including Richard Neutra\, Victor Gruen\, Louis Kahn\, Max Abramovitz\, Eero Saarinen\, Frank Gehry\, Denise Scott Brown\, Moshe Safdie\, and Daniel Libeskind. \n\n\n\nSave! Register by May 4th for “Early Bird” pricing!
URL:https://thej.org/event/art-artists-jewish-roots-of-modern-american-star-chitects/
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:20240506T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240506T160000
DTSTAMP:20240318T215340Z
CREATED:20240318T215258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240318T215340Z
UID:10001228-1715004000-1715011200@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/2024-05-06/
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:20240508T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240508T160000
DTSTAMP:20240603T153138Z
CREATED:20240506T133148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240603T153138Z
UID:10001434-1715178600-1715184000@thej.org
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/2024-05-08/
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:20240508T194500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240508T210000
DTSTAMP:20240502T142308Z
CREATED:20240502T141854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240502T142308Z
UID:10001194-1715197500-1715202000@thej.org
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-2/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Arts & Culture
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thej.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/chorus-sheet-music-stockpack-unsplash-scaled.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Enrichment":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR