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Going Places! Visit to the Lillian and Albert Small Capital Jewish Museum

Capital Jewish Museum 575 3rd Street, Washington, DC

We will take a private tour of the new exhibit, JewCE: The Jewish Comics Experience. Explore the history of Jewish comics, cartoons, and contemporary graphic novels. Learn about Superman fighting Nazis, when Mickey Mouse spoke Modern Hebrew, the spread of Yiddish cartoons in New York City, and some of the best Jewish graphic novels of […]

$30

ReelAbilities Film Festival – Opening Night

Pozez Jewish Community Center of Northern Virginia 8900 Little River Turnpike, Fairfax, VA

Breaking Barriers: The Intersection of Disability and Creativity 7pm-9pm (Film and Panel), 9pm-10:30pm (Reception) Experience an inspiring evening as we explore the powerful intersection of disability and creativity. The evening will feature a screening of Left Alone Rhapsody, a documentary about pianist and composer John Bayless, who, after a life-altering stroke, reinvents himself as a […]

Lights, Camera, Inclusion: A Journey Through Disability and Film

Docs In Progress Apple Avenue #Suite 113, Silver Spring, Maryland

Join us for an evening of two powerful film screenings that explore disability, inclusion, and film. To My Father follows Troy Kotsur, the first Deaf man to win a Best Supporting Actor Academy Award for CODA, as it delves into the profound influence of his father, who he called his “hero” in his emotional acceptance speech.  Working Differently takes […]

Going Places! Reel Abilities Screening of “Rally Caps”

Pozez Jewish Community Center of Northern Virginia 8900 Little River Turnpike, Fairfax, VA

In the heartwarming film, Rally Caps, young Jordy is recovering from a serious baseball injury when he heads to summer camp and meets Lucas, a boy adjusting to life after Cochlear Implant surgery. Together, they form a powerful pitcher/catcher duo, leading their team to a championship game. This inspiring story celebrates resilience, friendship, and the […]

$12

Bonds of the Game: A Film Screening & Equipment Showcase

Pozez Jewish Community Center of Northern Virginia 8900 Little River Turnpike, Fairfax, VA

In the heartwarming film, Rally Caps, young Jordy is recovering from a serious baseball injury when he heads to summer camp and meets Lucas, a boy adjusting to life after Cochlear Implant surgery. Together, they form a powerful pitcher/catcher duo, leading their team to a championship game. This inspiring story celebrates resilience, friendship, and the […]

Beyond the Game: Disability, Teamwork, and Representation

Hill Center at the Old Naval Hospital 921 Pennsylvania Ave. SE, Washington, District of Columbia

Join us for a family-friendly film screening featuring two heartwarming stories that explore the intersection of disability and sports. In Rally Caps, young Jordy, recovering from a serious Little League injury, heads to summer camp and forms a special bond with Lucas, a boy adjusting to life after Cochlear Implant surgery. Together, they lead their team […]

Grants for Filmmakers: A Beginner’s Roadmap to Success

Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library 901 G Street Northwest, Washington, District of Columbia

Join us for a workshop tailored for filmmakers looking to secure funding for their projects. We’ll break down the grant application process, offering practical tips on writing effective proposals, understanding what funders are looking for, and navigating the world of film-specific grants. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to refine your approach, this event […]

Adventures Beyond the Classroom

ServiceSource Inc. 10467 White Granite Drive, Oakton, Virginia

At a prestigious boarding school for the deaf, shy and reserved Jamie forms an unlikely friendship with the bold and adventurous Imane. Together, they embark on a spontaneous road trip to Paris, hoping for an exciting escape from their routine. However, when things don’t go as planned, their journey takes unexpected twists and turns. As […]

More Than the Game: Disability, Inclusion, and Teamwork

Congregation Olam Tikvah 3800 Glenbrook Road, Fairfax, Virginia

Join us for a family-friendly film screening featuring a heartwarming story that explores the intersection of disability and sports. In "Rally Caps," young Jordy, recovering from a serious Little League injury, heads to summer camp and forms a special bond with Lucas, a boy adjusting to life after Cochlear Implant surgery. Together, they lead their […]

Resilience and the Human Spirit: Pushing Beyond Physical Limits

Temple Rodef Shalom 2100 Westmoreland St, Falls Church, Virginia

Join us for a screening of FACING THE FALLS, the powerful documentary about Cara Elizabeth Yar Khan, a disability advocate who embarks on a 12-day expedition through the Grand Canyon while battling a life-threatening muscle-wasting disease. Despite being unable to walk unassisted, Cara pushes her physical limits, demonstrating the incredible power of resilience and determination. […]

Advocating for Change Through Resilience 

Northern Virginia Community College - Alexandria Campus 5000 Dawes Avenue, Alexandria, Virginia

La Lucha follows the inspiring journey of Feliza, Mareele, Rose Mery, and Miguel, who led a powerful movement advocating for the rights of people with disabilities. Over the course of 35 days and 250 miles, they rally hundreds of supporters as they trek across the harsh Andes to reach the Bolivian capital. Enduring hunger, extreme […]

Workplace Breakthroughs: Overcoming Barriers to Inclusion

Makom 1500 East Jefferson Street, Rockville, Maryland

Join us for a screening of 25 Prospect Street, a heartwarming and inspiring behind-the-scenes look at the Prospector Theater, a non-profit cinema with a mission to provide competitive and inclusive employment for people with disabilities. The film follows Val, an eccentric, pink-haired visionary, as she works to make her dream theater a reality, all while navigating […]