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SUMMARY:JxJ Presents: All About The Levkoviches
DESCRIPTION:A generous but stubborn boxing coach\, Tamás gets along well with everyone but his own son. They have not spoken since his son\, Iván\, moved to Israel and became religious. When Tamás’ beloved wife Zsuzsa dies unexpectedly\, Tamas agrees that Ivan can come and sit shiva in his house as long as he brings his grandson\, Ariel with him. \n\n\n\nAbout JxJ: Presented by the Edlavitch DCJCC\, JxJ encompasses the Washington Jewish Film and Music Festivals\, alongside a year-round film and music program. JxJ gives exposure to independent filmmakers and musical artists working in the Jewish and/or Israeli space. Each spring\, the annual Festival is held on stages and screens throughout DC\, Virginia\, and Maryland. \n\n\n\nThe Pozez JCC is proud to bring these cultural films to Northern Virginia through its partnership with Edlavitch DCJCC.
URL:https://thej.org/event/jxj-presents-all-about-the-levkoviches/
LOCATION:Cinema Arts Theatre\, 9650 Main St\, Fairfax\, Virginia\, 22031
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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ORGANIZER;CN="JxJ Film Festival":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org
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SUMMARY:JxJ Presents: Running on Sand
DESCRIPTION:A glorious comedy about Aumari\, a young Eritrean refugee living in Israel\, who is about to be deported back to his home country. After a spontaneous escape attempt at the airport\, he is mistaken for a Nigerian soccer star\, who is supposed to arrive at the same time. \n\n\n\nAbout JxJ: Presented by the Edlavitch DCJCC\, JxJ encompasses the Washington Jewish Film and Music Festivals\, alongside a year-round film and music program. JxJ gives exposure to independent filmmakers and musical artists working in the Jewish and/or Israeli space. Each spring\, the annual Festival is held on stages and screens throughout DC\, Virginia\, and Maryland. \n\n\n\nThe Pozez JCC is proud to bring these cultural films to Northern Virginia through its partnership with Edlavitch DCJCC.
URL:https://thej.org/event/jxj-presents-running-on-sandjxj-presents/
LOCATION:Cinema Arts Theatre\, 9650 Main St\, Fairfax\, Virginia\, 22031
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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ORGANIZER;CN="JxJ Film Festival":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org
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SUMMARY:Jimbo Jay: Music\, Humor and Life in the Gaza Envelope
DESCRIPTION:Doors open\, wine\, and light appetizers – 7:30pm \n\n\n\nPerformance – 8pm \n\n\n\nJimbo Jay\, Omar Havron\, is a versatile artist\, blending rap\, singing\, and poetry to capture the essence of Israeli culture. His music has resonated with households across Israel\, reflecting his love for Hebrew\, humor\, and a deep connection to the country\, particularly the Gaza envelope where he resides. Through his artistry\, Jimbo addresses pressing issues with sincerity\, turning them into uplifting and emotionally resonant songs.During the Hamas attack on Israel on October 7th\, Jimbo found himself at home with his wife and two daughters. They spent 10 harrowing hours in a bomb shelter before safely escaping the affected area. This traumatic experience deeply impacted Jimbo\, echoing the sentiments felt by the entire nation of Israel. Subsequently\, it infused many of his songs with newfound depth and perspective\, shedding light on the resilience and solidarity of the Israeli people.We are privileged to have him here\, in Northern Virginia\, for a conversation and a performance about his art and himself. \n\n\n\nListen to Jimbo Jay’s music on YouTube here and stream on Spotify here.
URL:https://thej.org/event/jimbo-jay-music-humor-and-life-in-the-gaza-envelope/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Israel Culture & Learning,Jewish Holidays
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SUMMARY:JxJ Presents: Seven Blessings
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the JxJ Screening of Ophir Award-winner Seven Blessings\, revolving around an eventful Jewish Moroccan family wedding and the traditional blessings that are said for the next seven nights of ceremonies and meals with loved ones. \n\n\n\nAbout JxJ: Presented by the Edlavitch DCJCC\, JxJ encompasses the Washington Jewish Film and Music Festivals\, alongside a year-round film and music program. JxJ gives exposure to independent filmmakers and musical artists working in the Jewish and/or Israeli space. Each spring\, the annual Festival is held on stages and screens throughout DC\, Virginia\, and Maryland. \n\n\n\nThe Pozez JCC is proud to bring these cultural films to Northern Virginia through its partnership with Edlavitch DCJCC.
URL:https://thej.org/event/jxj-presents-seven-blessings/
LOCATION:Cinema Arts Theatre\, 9650 Main St\, Fairfax\, Virginia\, 22031
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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ORGANIZER;CN="JxJ Film Festival":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org
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SUMMARY:JxJ Presents: Looking for Chloe
DESCRIPTION:Looking for Chloe is the story of an Egyptian woman of Jewish origin who revolutionized fashion but whose name remains unknown: Gaby Aghion. With clients including Jackie Kennedy\, Brigette Bardot\, and Maria Callas\, Aghion transformed the clothing industry by giving women lighter\, more wearable options. A film about an extraordinary woman\, this documentary includes archival footage and a recreated interview with Aghion herself. \n\n\n\nAbout JxJ: Presented by the Edlavitch DCJCC\, JxJ encompasses the Washington Jewish Film and Music Festivals\, alongside a year-round film and music program. JxJ gives exposure to independent filmmakers and musical artists working in the Jewish and/or Israeli space. Each spring\, the annual Festival is held on stages and screens throughout DC\, Virginia\, and Maryland. \n\n\n\nThe Pozez JCC is proud to bring these cultural films to Northern Virginia through its partnership with Edlavitch DCJCC.
URL:https://thej.org/event/jxj-presents-looking-for-chloe/
LOCATION:Cinema Arts Theatre\, 9650 Main St\, Fairfax\, Virginia\, 22031
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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ORGANIZER;CN="JxJ Film Festival":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240519T180000
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SUMMARY:JxJ Presents: Comedic And Satirical Shorts
DESCRIPTION:Comedic and satirical short films that are as funny as they are insightful and revealing of the breadth and depth of Jewish culture. \n\n\n\nAbout the Shorts\n\n\n\nThe Anne Frank Gift Shop Dir. Mickey Rapkin | NarrativeA dark comedy about anti-Semitism that packs a vital and timely message. When a high-end design firm presents its plans to reimagine the gift shop at The Anne Frank House\, the company’s overt appeal to Generation Z sparks a debate about collective trauma\, the Holocaust\, and tote bags. Starring Ari Graynor (The Sopranos)\, this short film delivers humor and humanity. \n\n\n\nMerv Dir. Sam Roebling | NarrativeFollowing his latest romantic humiliation\, Simon is unexpectedly summoned to his grandmother’s house to meet her new boyfriend\, Merv. The man he encounters there upends his understanding of love\, loss\, and Chinese takeout. \n\n\n\nJewish Singles in the SnowDir. Josh Ben-Moshe | DocumentaryThis quirky documentary follows a group of young Australian Jewish singles as they venture to a ski retreat\, hoping to find a Jewish life partner. The film is illuminating\, fun\, and revealing of what it means to be Jewish\, looking for love\, and navigating being a young adult all at the same time. \n\n\n\nBroken ToiletsDir. Jesse Toledano | NarrativeYossi Kline is a young\, Hasidic Jewish man\, tasked with taking care of his father-in-law’s buildings in a low-income\, mostly Black outer borough of NYC. But Yossi has a secret: he loves hip-hop. During the everyday\, mundane\, and often absurd tasks that come along with property management\, he meets two tenants\, young aspiring hip-hop artists DiAndra “Dee” Jones and Kevin Randolph. Together they form the most unlikely of musical trios while they each work to figure out how to balance their passion for art. \n\n\n\nThe Peacock that Passed OverDir. Max Goldberg | DocumentaryUK Jewish Film Short Awardee. Four years ago a peacock suddenly landed and has settled ever since in the grounds of a Leeds synagogue. Whimsical and charming\, the film explores the responses of a diverse section of the Jewish Yorkshire community in England. \n\n\n\nHeritage DayDir. Lara Everly | NarrativeBrilliant satire starring Emmy Award-winning actress Rachel Bloom (Crazy Ex-Girlfriend) as the mom of eight-year-old Evie who becomes obsessed with playing Holocaust after dressing up as her estranged grandmother\, a Holocaust survivor\, for “Heritage Day” at school. \n\n\n\nAbout JxJ: Presented by the Edlavitch DCJCC\, JxJ encompasses the Washington Jewish Film and Music Festivals\, alongside a year-round film and music program. JxJ gives exposure to independent filmmakers and musical artists working in the Jewish and/or Israeli space. Each spring\, the annual Festival is held on stages and screens throughout DC\, Virginia\, and Maryland. \n\n\n\nThe Pozez JCC is proud to bring these cultural films to Northern Virginia through its partnership with Edlavitch DCJCC.
URL:https://thej.org/event/jxj-presents-comedic-and-satirical-shorts/
LOCATION:Cinema Arts Theatre\, 9650 Main St\, Fairfax\, Virginia\, 22031
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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ORGANIZER;CN="JxJ Film Festival":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org
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SUMMARY:JxJ Presents: Avenue of the Giants
DESCRIPTION:For more than 50 years\, Auschwitz survivor Herbert Heller kept his memories of the Holocaust secret — even from his wife and children. But when he meets Abbey\, a troubled teen dealing with her own unspoken pain\, Herbert decides it’s time to talk and finally open his heart. \n\n\n\nAbout JxJ: Presented by the Edlavitch DCJCC\, JxJ encompasses the Washington Jewish Film and Music Festivals\, alongside a year-round film and music program. JxJ gives exposure to independent filmmakers and musical artists working in the Jewish and/or Israeli space. Each spring\, the annual Festival is held on stages and screens throughout DC\, Virginia\, and Maryland.The Pozez JCC is proud to bring these cultural films to Northern Virginia through its partnership with Edlavitch DCJCC.
URL:https://thej.org/event/jxj-presents-avenue-of-the-giants/
LOCATION:Cinema Arts Theatre\, 9650 Main St\, Fairfax\, Virginia\, 22031
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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ORGANIZER;CN="JxJ Film Festival":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240520T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240520T150000
DTSTAMP:20240507T135818Z
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SUMMARY:Art & Artists: The Art of Modigliani
DESCRIPTION:In partnership with the National JCC Adult & Senior Alliance.Explore the remarkable life and artworks of this Italian-Sephardic Jewish artist\, whose brief life left a legacy of intellectual bravado\, brilliant art\, and a mysterious death. A melodramatic and romantic legend has grown up about him\, yet his art endures as pure genius. \n\n\n\nSave! Register by May 18th for “Early Bird” pricing!
URL:https://thej.org/event/art-artists-the-art-of-modigliani/
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=UTC:20240520T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240520T160000
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/2024-05-20/
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:20240522T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240522T160000
DTSTAMP:20240603T153138Z
CREATED:20240506T133148Z
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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/2024-05-22/
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:20240522T194500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240522T210000
DTSTAMP:20240222T195914Z
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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/2024-05-22/
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=UTC:20240523T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240523T120000
DTSTAMP:20240415T230051Z
CREATED:20240415T223453Z
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SUMMARY:Jewish American Artists presented by Adult Outreach Programming
DESCRIPTION:Calling all artists & art lovers! The J is excited to host museum docent Sara Shoob to present a program concentrated on works by Jewish American artists in the collection of The Smithsonian American Art Museum. Participants will explore artworks dating from the 1880’s to the present – learning about the artists’ backgrounds\, Jewish experiences\, art movements\, and contemporary issues influencing their work. Artists will include Roy Lichtenstein\, Moses and Raphael Soyer\, Chaim Gross\, Louise Nevelson\, Miriam Schapiro\, and others.  An engaging program with opportunities for personal connections\, discussion\, and questions is planned; please join us. Questions? Contact adultservices@theJ.org. \n\n\n\nFeaturing Sara Shoob\, SAAM Volunteer Docent \n\n\n\nRegistration is required; No Walk-Ins.
URL:https://thej.org/event/jewish-american-artists-presented-by-adult-outreach-programming-2/
LOCATION:Beth Chaverim Reform Congregation\, 21740 Beaumeade Cir STE 100\, Ashburn\, Virginia
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:20240523T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240523T153000
DTSTAMP:20240318T215615Z
CREATED:20240318T215612Z
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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/2024-05-23/
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:20240523T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240523T170000
DTSTAMP:20240501T123012Z
CREATED:20240501T122924Z
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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/2024-05-23/
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:20240524T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240524T113000
DTSTAMP:20240603T152624Z
CREATED:20240506T135714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240603T152624Z
UID:10001448-1716544800-1716550200@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/2024-05-24/
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:20240524T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240524T113000
DTSTAMP:20240603T152640Z
CREATED:20240603T152639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240603T152640Z
UID:10001542-1716544800-1716550200@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-2/2024-05-24/
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:20240529T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240529T120000
DTSTAMP:20240405T201213Z
CREATED:20240405T201209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240405T201213Z
UID:10001345-1716978600-1716984000@thej.org
SUMMARY:Jewish American Artists presented by Adult Outreach Programming
DESCRIPTION:Calling all artists & art lovers! The J is excited to host museum docent Sara Shoob to present a program concentrated on works by Jewish American artists in the collection of The Smithsonian American Art Museum. Participants will explore artworks dating from the 1880’s to the present – learning about the artists’ backgrounds\, Jewish experiences\, art movements\, and contemporary issues influencing their work. Artists will include Roy Lichtenstein\, Moses and Raphael Soyer\, Chaim Gross\, Louise Nevelson\, Miriam Schapiro\, and others.  An engaging program with opportunities for personal connections\, discussion\, and questions is planned; please join us. \n\n\n\nFeaturing Sara Shoob\, SAAM Volunteer Docent \n\n\n\nAges: 18+ \n\n\n\nAdvanced registration is preferred.
URL:https://thej.org/event/jewish-american-artists-presented-by-adult-outreach-programming/
LOCATION:Beth El Hebrew Congregation\, 3830 Seminary Rd\, Alexandria\, Virginia\, 22304
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:Shari.Berman@theJ.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240529T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240529T160000
DTSTAMP:20240603T153138Z
CREATED:20240506T133148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240603T153138Z
UID:10001437-1716993000-1716998400@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/2024-05-29/
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:20240529T194500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240529T210000
DTSTAMP:20240222T195914Z
CREATED:20240214T021954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240222T195914Z
UID:10001197-1717011900-1717016400@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/2024-05-29/
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240530T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240530T160000
DTSTAMP:20240524T135351Z
CREATED:20240506T132445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240524T135351Z
UID:10001430-1717070400-1717084800@thej.org
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thej.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/National-Museum-of-Women-in-the-Arts-e1715001880939.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240530T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240530T153000
DTSTAMP:20240318T215615Z
CREATED:20240318T215612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240318T215615Z
UID:10001241-1717077600-1717083000@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/2024-05-30/
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:20240530T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240530T170000
DTSTAMP:20240501T123012Z
CREATED:20240501T122924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240501T123012Z
UID:10001403-1717084800-1717088400@thej.org
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
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:20240531T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240531T113000
DTSTAMP:20240603T152624Z
CREATED:20240506T135714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240603T152624Z
UID:10001449-1717149600-1717155000@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/2024-05-31/
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:20240531T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240531T113000
DTSTAMP:20240603T152640Z
CREATED:20240603T152639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240603T152640Z
UID:10001543-1717149600-1717155000@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-2/2024-05-31/
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:20240603T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240603T160000
DTSTAMP:20240318T215340Z
CREATED:20240318T215258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240318T215340Z
UID:10001231-1717423200-1717430400@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/2024-06-03/
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:20240605T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240605T160000
DTSTAMP:20240603T153138Z
CREATED:20240506T133148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240603T153138Z
UID:10001438-1717597800-1717603200@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/2024-06-05/
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:20240605T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240605T170000
DTSTAMP:20240405T220235Z
CREATED:20240405T215140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240405T220235Z
UID:10001348-1717603200-1717606800@thej.org
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
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:20240605T194500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240605T210000
DTSTAMP:20240222T195914Z
CREATED:20240214T021954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240222T195914Z
UID:10001198-1717616700-1717621200@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/2024-06-05/
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=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
END:VEVENT
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
END:VCALENDAR