Israel is celebrating 77 years of independence! Join us for a tasty celebration featuring delicious Israeli cuisine and a variety of fun activities. All ages are invited to participate in this family-friendly event with live performances, engaging crafts, fun Israeli workshops, entertaining games, and much more! Admission is free, but registration is required, and we […]
Want to easily find local activities, services, and discounts? Join us for snacks and a complimentary workshop on using WISE Connect (formerly WISE Cities), a new website where you can find local 55+ resources for healthy and active aging in place. From pickleball tournaments to tech workshops to handyman services, this website connects you with […]
Mondays, May 12–July 28 (10 weeks; no class May 26, June 2)Instructor: Sigi Saadia, Hebrew Teacher/TutorAges 16+Would you like to learn Hebrew in a small group setting? This course is designed for beginners to the Hebrew language or those who need a good refresher. Students will learn important vocabulary, grammar, and common phrases and sentences/questions […]
Daniel Robbins’ entertaining, fast-paced comedy about a Sabbath dinner gone terribly awry won the top audience prize at the Tribeca Festival. While this dysfunctional Jewish family tries to balance the polarities of secular and religious lives, along with the dilemma of a dead body in the bathroom, Robbins and his longtime co-writer Zack Weiner up […]
Step into the world of love, laughter, and a touch of mischief with Israel’s biggest box office hit of the year, Matchmaking 2, the long-awaited sequel to Erez Tadmor’s beloved 2022 romance that took the world by storm. Full of joy, warmth, and the ultimate romantic entanglements, this refreshing and feel-good romantic drama returns to the […]
When a closeted, religious teenager discovers a love letter from before the Holocaust, written to his grandfather by another man, he realizes he may not be as alone as he thought. With the help of his high school crush, he embarks on a journey to uncover the mysterious letter’s author, his grandfather’s hidden past, and […]
Charles Grodin’s extraordinary life and career as an actor-comedian and broadcast personality take center stage in this rich and multifaceted portrait of a consummate performer who infused humor with heart. A master of dry wit and deadpan delivery, Grodin captivated audiences with beloved performances in The Heartbreak Kid, Midnight Run, and countless sharp-witted late-night TV appearances. Raised […]
In this poignant drama, a young woman’s life is shattered when her beloved younger brother dies in a tragic accident. Consumed by grief, Eden takes increasingly desperate measures to fill the void left by her brother’s absence. Her journey takes a passionate and dangerous turn when she discovers her brother had a secret girlfriend. With […]
This heartwarming and hilarious romantic comedy inspired by director Jonah Feingold’s own experiences centers on Leo Kadner (played by Feingold), a 31-year-old New Yorker who unexpectedly decides to have his long-overdue Bar Mitzvah after a chance encounter with his former summer camp crush, Eva Shapiro (Sarah Coffey). As Leo navigates the ups and downs of […]
From acclaimed Argentinean actor and director Adrián Suar comes a heartfelt, humorously touching tale of family, forgiveness, and the ties that bring us back home. When Dario Roitman returns from the U.S. to Argentina for a family wedding and Bat Mitzvah, he anticipates the usual family drama. But his carefully laid plans for a family […]
Join us for a springtime visit to Hillwood Estate for docent-led tours of the beautiful formal gardens and pristine mansion that was Marjorie Post's home. Nestled in the hills of Northwest Washington, D.C., Hillwood welcomes visitors worldwide with its gracious hospitality. Escape into an oasis only five miles from downtown Washington and explore the fabulous […]
Nissimmi is a chef, ordained rabbi, international educator and speaker, who combines his love of food and people with his commitment to building connections between culture, Jewish identity, and tradition.From flavorful foundations in his grandmother Miriam’s kitchen to working in some of Israel’s most renowned restaurants, Nissimmi’s culinary journey is rooted in the traditions and […]
