¡Hola Amigos! Hello Friends! This class will focus on learning conversational Spanish. The class is fun and interactive – 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 […]
In a celebration of Women's History Month, join composer/pianist Clint Edwards for a live concert which will draw from the classics of the Great American Songbook and popular song, with special attention to women composers & performers such as Barbra Streisand, Whitney Houston, Carole King, Dorothy Fields, and Ruth Lowe. Questions? Email alliance@marinjcc.org In partnership […]
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 […]
Beginners and those with a little knowledge are welcome! We will review the 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, […]
The exciting overture to Verdi's “The Force of Destiny” is standard fare among orchestras worldwide. However, the rest of this rarely-staged gem deserves equal attention. Join James Sokol for a look into this melodious masterpiece which includes video performance clips. Questions? Email alliance@marinjcc.org In partnership with the National JCC Adult & Senior Alliance
Featuring Ido Naaman, Community Shaliach Ido Naaman is a shaliach for our community here in the greater Washington area. When October 7th hit, Ido knew what needed to be done. The next day, he flew back home to Israel, immediately joined the IDF Reserves, and headed straight to Gaza. Since then, Ido has returned to […]
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.The format of this class will […]
In partnership with the Jewish Genealogical Society of Greater Washington (JGSGW)A box found among the ashes of a house fire launches Linda Broenniman on a quest to discover the truth behind her family’s biggest secret – that her Catholic father was actually Jewish. Broenniman tells the story of how she pieces together the astonishing history […]
Led by Marcia Lawson & Carol Backman This group is for those who love to write and want to create a memoir for their family. Sharing stories is optional but welcomed.
Facilitated alternately by Mara Yachnin and Phyllis Klein Today’s news happens 24/7 and is often hard to digest. It’s your turn to express opinions on topics in the news and respectfully listen to those of others.
Join art educator Nancy Kotz for an interesting overview of artists & artworks which tell the stories of Jewish culture in three sessions: 1) Mid-20th Century - Europe and Beyond, 2) Mid-20th Century - Europe to America, and 3) 20th Century – Potpourri. Questions? Email alliance@marinjcc.org In partnership with the National JCC Adult & Senior […]
Join this class if you have some knowledge of Yiddish and would like to continue to learn to speak and read the language. All materials are provided (no textbook required). Instructor: Norman BuderAges: 18+Mondays, February 5 - March 25 (8 weeks)
