BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Pozez JCC - ECPv6.18.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://thej.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Pozez JCC REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20230101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240520T140000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240520T160000 DTSTAMP:20240318T215340Z CREATED:20240318T215258Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240318T215340Z UID:10001230-1716213600-1716220800@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/2024-05-20/ 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:20240522T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240522T160000 DTSTAMP:20240603T153138Z CREATED:20240506T133148Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240603T153138Z UID:10001436-1716388200-1716393600@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/2024-05-22/ 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:20240522T194500 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240522T210000 DTSTAMP:20240222T195914Z CREATED:20240214T021954Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240222T195914Z UID:10001196-1716407100-1716411600@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/2024-05-22/ 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:20240523T103000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240523T120000 DTSTAMP:20240415T230051Z CREATED:20240415T223453Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240415T230051Z UID:10001380-1716460200-1716465600@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. 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 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=UTC:20240523T140000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240523T153000 DTSTAMP:20240318T215615Z CREATED:20240318T215612Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240318T215615Z UID:10001240-1716472800-1716478200@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/2024-05-23/ 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:20240523T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240523T170000 DTSTAMP:20240501T123012Z CREATED:20240501T122924Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240501T123012Z UID:10001402-1716480000-1716483600@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/2024-05-23/ 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 &%3B Senior Alliance":MAILTO:alliance@marinjcc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT 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 END:VEVENT 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 END:VEVENT 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 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: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 &%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 &%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 &%3B Senior Alliance":MAILTO:alliance@marinjcc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240610T140000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240610T160000 DTSTAMP:20240318T215340Z CREATED:20240318T215258Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240318T215340Z UID:10001232-1718028000-1718035200@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/2024-06-10/ 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:20240614T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240614T113000 DTSTAMP:20240603T152640Z CREATED:20240603T152639Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240603T152640Z UID:10001545-1718359200-1718364600@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-2/2024-06-14/ 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:20240617T140000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240617T150000 DTSTAMP:20240405T221320Z CREATED:20240405T221318Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240405T221320Z UID:10001350-1718632800-1718636400@thej.org SUMMARY:Designs & Designers: The Department Stores of London DESCRIPTION:In partnership with the National JCC Adult & Senior Alliance \n\n\n\nDesigner\, stylist & host\, Robbie Amadeo returns with more interesting insights into the history of department stores.  Join him to “cross the pond” and to explore many of the wonderful shops of London; Harrods\, Harvey Nichols\, Selfridges\, Liberty to name a few.  Throughout the talk\, enjoy the photos and vintage pieces that Robbie will display and discuss. URL:https://thej.org/event/designs-designers-the-department-stores-of-london/ 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 &%3B Senior Alliance":MAILTO:alliance@marinjcc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240617T140000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240617T160000 DTSTAMP:20240318T215340Z CREATED:20240318T215258Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240318T215340Z UID:10001233-1718632800-1718640000@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/2024-06-17/ 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:20240620T160000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240620T170000 DTSTAMP:20240405T221629Z CREATED:20240405T221536Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240405T221629Z UID:10001351-1718899200-1718902800@thej.org SUMMARY:Exploring Music: Masters of Songwriting – Mercer & King DESCRIPTION:In partnership with the National JCC Adult & Senior Alliance \n\n\n\nJoin popular pianist\, instructor\, composer\, and arranger Clint Edwards when he returns with a special mini-series focused on two master songwriters: Johnny Mercer & Carole King. \n\n\n\nTwo Thursdays\, June 20 & 27 URL:https://thej.org/event/exploring-music-masters-of-songwriting-mercer-king/2024-06-20/ 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 &%3B Senior Alliance":MAILTO:alliance@marinjcc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240621T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240621T113000 DTSTAMP:20240603T152640Z CREATED:20240603T152639Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240603T152640Z UID:10001536-1718964000-1718969400@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-2/2024-06-21/ 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:20240623T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240623T110000 DTSTAMP:20240614T151438Z CREATED:20240614T151331Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240614T151438Z UID:10001705-1719140400-1719140400@thej.org SUMMARY:Screams Before Silence Screening in Partnership with JCRC DESCRIPTION:A documentary film on the sexual violence committed by Hamas on October 7\, 2023. URL:https://thej.org/event/screams-before-silence-screening-in-partnership-with-jcrc/ LOCATION:Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031 CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Arts & Culture,Israel Culture & Learning ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://thej.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/ScreamsBeforeSilence-6.23.24.pdf END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240625T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240625T153000 DTSTAMP:20240523T183639Z CREATED:20240523T183638Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240523T183639Z UID:10001511-1719313200-1719329400@thej.org SUMMARY:Museum Trip to see “Star Power” at the Portrait Gallery DESCRIPTION:Join us on a trip to the National Portrait Gallery to view the traveling exhibit of Star Power: Photographs from Hollywood’s Golden Age by George Hurrell. \n\n\n\nDuring the 1930s and early 1940s\, George Hurrell (1904–1992) reigned as Hollywood’s preeminent portrait photographer. Hired by the Publicity Department at Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM) when he was only twenty-five\, Hurrell advanced rapidly to become the studio’s principal portraitist. With a keen eye for artful posing\, innovative lighting effects\, and skillful retouching\, he produced timeless portraits that burnished the luster of many of the “Golden Age’s” greatest stars. Featuring more than 20 vintage photographs\, this exhibition portrays some of Golden Age Hollywood’s most memorable stars at the height of their fame\, including John Barrymore\, Jimmy Durante\, Rosalind Russell\, Spencer Tracy\, Loretta Young and many more. \n\n\n\nThere will be time to first eat lunch at the Courtyard Café (on own) and to visit the museum’s gift shop after viewing the exhibit. Here is the link to the café menu: https://npg.si.edu/visit/courtyard-cafe. You are welcome to bring your own lunch. We will provide a simple snack and bottled water for the bus ride home. This trip is limited to 30 participants on a first come\, first served basis. Tickets are transferable\, but not refundable \n\n\n\nBus departs from Pozez JCC promptly at 11am and returns at approximately 3:30pm URL:https://thej.org/event/museum-trip-to-see-star-power-at-the-portrait-gallery/ LOCATION:National Portrait Gallery\, 8th St NW & G St NW\, Washington\, District of Columbia\, 20001 CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Arts & Culture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thej.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Adult-Enrichment.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR