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. About JxJ: Presented by the Edlavitch DCJCC, JxJ encompasses the Washington Jewish Film and Music Festivals, alongside […]
Most enjoyed by ages 12-24 months (or crawlers) Is your little one on the move and no longer content to just sit on your lap and play? We are looking for some grasshoppers who like to wiggle, jiggle, and move! Join our J-Family Ambassadors Tracy and Shoshana to get those wiggles out with music, stories, […]
Israel is commemorating 76 years of independence! Join us for a tasty celebration featuring delicious Israeli cuisine and a variety of fun activities. All ages are invited to partake in this family-friendly event, complete with live performances, engaging crafts, entertaining games, and much more! Admission to this event is free, kosher food will be available […]
A fun afternoon of playing mini golf with your Going Places! friends. Snacks included. Let’s hope for some hole-in-ones and being together to celebrate! Ages: Teens and Adults Going Places! is a social club through our Inclusion and Disability Services department that meets monthly to explore new places and experiences together. The club is for teens and adults with […]
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 […]
Comedic and satirical short films that are as funny as they are insightful and revealing of the breadth and depth of Jewish culture. About the Shorts The 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 […]
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. About JxJ: Presented by the Edlavitch DCJCC, […]
Most enjoyed by ages 2-5yrs. Calling all book-lover families! We invite you and your little one(s) to join us for story time! Each month, you will learn about a Jewish holiday or value through books and have tons of fun. If you love books, you’re sure to enjoy the Little Bookworms experience. Registration opens two […]
Women striving to make a positive difference in our community – together we’ll turn our passions into purpose! Women of all stages and ages are welcome to be a part of this exciting group. In May we will hear from “Gracing Spaces” Operations Manager, Maren Corey on how this local organization helps the unhoused turn […]
Do you play Mah Jongg and want to learn how to play with two people? Then learning Siamese Mah Jongg, which creatively uses 2 racks, is for you! Janine Rubens returns to the J to teach encore lessons of this different variation of the game. These lessons are for experienced Mah Jongg players. A 2024 […]
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. Save! Register by […]
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). Mondays, April 8-June 17 (8 classes; no class April 22, 29, May 27) Instructor: Norman Buder Ages 18+
