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. […]
Offenbach's operatic masterpiece is often disregarded as a "one-hit wonder" with a silly story. True, the "hit" (the famous "Barcarolle") is pretty fabulous, but so is the entire opera! Join James Sokol for a journey with video performance clips to dive into the gorgeous music and into the rich and layered story of a struggling […]
Do you enjoy playing board, card, and other types of games? If so, come to the Adult Game Night at the J for a few hours of good clean fun. We’ll have plenty of games to choose from; Catan, Backgammon, Uno, Rummikub, Poker, Scrabble, Ticket to Ride, and even Monopoly for those who like a […]
Led by P'nina Plotkin McCabe, Choir Director. Do you like to sing? Are you interested in singing Jewish songs? If so, join the JCC Community Choir - Makheylah! 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 […]
Hear the birds singing and take in the historic Occoquan scenery on a kayak paddle led by ACA certified paddling instructor and NOVA Parks Roving Naturalist, Matt Felperin. Expect to observe songbirds, Great Blue Herons, Cormorants, Osprey, and maybe even some Bald Eagles! We will begin with a brief paddling instruction overview before heading out. […]
Join us for a convenient and community-focused vaccine clinic, hosted in partnership with Giant Pharmacy. This event offers an easy and accessible way to stay up-to-date on your vaccinations, with professional care and guidance from Giant Pharmacy's team. If you are not feeling well, please stay at home.Please have your completed consent form, insurance card, […]
Featuring Peter Maer, Veteran JournalistAs a White House Correspondent for CBS News, Peter Maer reported from the White House and around the country and the world with six U.S. Presidents. From Jimmy Carter to Barak Obama, Maer covered important events including the Camp David Accords, the fall of the Berlin Wall, the days following the […]
Join us for a convenient and community-focused vaccine clinic, hosted in partnership with Giant Pharmacy. This event offers an easy and accessible way to stay up-to-date on your vaccinations, with professional care and guidance from Giant Pharmacy's team. If you are not feeling well, please stay at home.Please have your completed consent form, insurance card, […]
Today’s news happens 24/7 and is often hard to digest. It’s your turn to speak and listen to opinions of others, respectively.Facilitated by Joshua Greene.
Many visitors go to Morocco to visit its most famous city, Marrakech. But the country holds countless interesting treasures throughout the land from its coasts to the deserts! Let James Sokol zoom you away on our virtual “trips” to this magical North African country, so different from most Arab-dominant countries. Morocco has its own unique, fascinating […]
Join this online class if you have some knowledge of Yiddish, know the Hebrew alphabet, and would like to continue to learn to speak and read the language. All materials are provided (no textbook required).Instructor: Norman BuderMondays, September 9-October 28 (8 weeks)Ages 18+
Would you like to learn basic Hebrew in a small group setting? This course is designed for beginners to the Hebrew language or those who need a good refresher. Over eight sessions, you will learn important vocabulary, grammar, and common phrases and sentences/questions using a variety of resources. Each student must purchase the textbook: Hebrew […]
