BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Pozez JCC - ECPv6.17.5.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Pozez JCC X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://thej.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Pozez JCC REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20230101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240401T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240401T153000 DTSTAMP:20240205T193250Z CREATED:20240201T230113Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T193250Z UID:10000697-1711976400-1711985400@thej.org SUMMARY:Beginner Mah Jongg - Winter 2024 (In-Person) DESCRIPTION:Mah Jongg is a popular game of skill and luck usually played by 4 people at a time. All one needs to be a successful player is the current year National Mah Jongg League card\, access to a Mah Jongg set\, and the willingness to learn and practice. In this course\, students will take four 2.5-hour lessons for a total of 10 hours of instruction. You will learn: how to read the Mah Jongg card and identify the different tiles\, the rules of American Mah Jongg\, and the elements of play. Cards (2024) can be ordered through the instructor or the NMJL for $15. It’s time to learn Mah Jongg in 2024! \n\n\n\nFee: $10018+Instructor: Bette Shanley URL:https://thej.org/event/beginner-mah-jongg-winter-2024-in-person/2024-04-01/ LOCATION:Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031 CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Recreation & Games,Special Interest Groups ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thej.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/mah-jongg2.png ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Enrichment":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240401T110000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240401T120000 DTSTAMP:20240925T201531Z CREATED:20240401T230601Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240925T201531Z UID:10001343-1711969200-1711972800@thej.org SUMMARY:Israel Connections - Weekly Discussion with Dean Bagdadi DESCRIPTION:Join Pozez JCC’s Shaliach\, Dean for a weekly session of Israel news updates and insights. In each session\, you will have the opportunity to catch up with Israel’s current events and have a safe space to ask questions and discuss\, or just listen! \n\n\n\nNo fee\, no membership required… just register prior to each session. URL:https://thej.org/event/israel-connection-weekly-discussion-with-dean-bagdadi/2024-04-01/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Israel Culture & Learning ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thej.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Israel-Connections.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240331T163000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240331T163000 DTSTAMP:20240220T225700Z CREATED:20240220T225656Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240220T225700Z UID:10001183-1711902600-1711902600@thej.org SUMMARY:GJF Purim Play Zone - Fairfax DESCRIPTION:Join J-Family Ambassador Marina for a Purim-y good time\, including hamantaschen\, a costume parade and more! URL:https://thej.org/event/gjf-purim-play-zone-fairfax/ LOCATION:Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031 CATEGORIES:Family & Youth,Jewish Holidays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thej.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/GJF-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Growing Jewish Families":MAILTO:FamilyAmbassadors@theJ.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240330T104500 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240330T121500 DTSTAMP:20240318T221313Z CREATED:20240318T221239Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240318T221313Z UID:10001244-1711795500-1711800900@thej.org SUMMARY:4Ls Book Club (Hybrid) DESCRIPTION:Please join us for the next meeting of the 4Ls Book Club where we will discuss “Honor” by Thirty Umrigar. We will meet in-person at the library\, but access via Zoom will also be available (starting at 10:50). \n\n\n\nYou must be a member of the 4Ls Facebook Group to participate. To get Zoom information and request to join the group\, click here: (1) Ladies Loving Laughter and Learning (4Ls) – Pozez JCC | Facebook. \n\n\n\nLocation: Cascades Library (Mtg. Rm. D) URL:https://thej.org/event/4ls-book-club-hybrid/ LOCATION:Cascades Library\, 21030 Whitfield Pl\, Sterling\, Virginia CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Arts & Culture,Special Interest Groups ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thej.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/4Ls.png ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Enrichment":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240328T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240328T190000 DTSTAMP:20240201T224839Z CREATED:20240201T224837Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240201T224839Z UID:10000694-1711652400-1711652400@thej.org SUMMARY:Divas Monthly Game Night (Manassas) DESCRIPTION:Do you enjoy board games\, card games and more? Join Brie in Manassas for a monthly game night! Have a nosh\, play a few games\, and have fun with friends. \n\n\n\nFee: Each person pays their own tab \n\n\n\nLocation: Manassas\, VA (will receive location with registration) URL:https://thej.org/event/divas-monthly-game-night-manassas-2/ LOCATION:Manassas\, VA\, Manassas\, Virginia CATEGORIES:Family & Youth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thej.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Inclusion-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240328T160000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240328T171500 DTSTAMP:20240205T204727Z CREATED:20240205T204331Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T204727Z UID:10000761-1711641600-1711646100@thej.org SUMMARY:Exploring Opera: “Madama Butterfly” DESCRIPTION:After a disastrous premiere\, Puccini’s revisions created would become one of the world’s most popular operas.  With James Sokol and some video performance clips\, look closely at elements of this heartbreaking sensation. \n\n\n\nQuestions? Email alliance@marinjcc.org URL:https://thej.org/event/exploring-opera-madama-butterfly/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Arts & Culture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thej.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/GJF-2.png ORGANIZER;CN="National JCC Adult &%3B Senior Alliance":MAILTO:alliance@marinjcc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240327T194500 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240327T210000 DTSTAMP:20240222T195914Z CREATED:20240214T021954Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240222T195914Z UID:10001189-1711568700-1711573200@thej.org SUMMARY:JCC Community Choir/Makheylah (In-Person) DESCRIPTION: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 for everyone: experienced singers will receive advanced material\, singers with moderate choral or vocal background will be well-engaged\, and those who just hum a little will fit right in! \n\n\n\nOur repertoire ranges from secular to religious and includes synagogue music\, Yiddish theater\, folksongs\, and Israeli songs. We sing in various languages\, too: Hebrew\, English\, Yiddish\, Ladino\, and others. The session will include one or two short performances (tbd). Come – let’s sing! \n\n\n\nFees (include sheet music):  General Adult – $145; Active-Duty Military/Veterans – $120; Students: $90 \n\n\n\nDirector’s Bio: \n\n\n\nP’nina Plotkin McCabe has a bachelor in music from UCLA and a “Teudat Oman” (Artist Diploma) from the Rubin Academy of Music and Dance in Israel. Ms. McCabe led an adult choir at the JCC from 1990-1999 and then conducted a choir at Gesher from 2010-2019\, while her children attended school there. She was the choir director at Ohr Kodesh for its High Holiday Choir from 1989-2008 and directed a local klezmer band.  \n\n\n\nWednesdays\, March 6–June 5 (13 classes; no class April 24)Ages 16+Led by P’nina Plotkin McCabe\, Choir DirectorQuestions? Please contact Shari.Berman@theJ.org or Rosesntune@aol.com. URL:https://thej.org/event/jcc-community-choir-makheylah-in-person/2024-03-27/ LOCATION:Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031 CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Arts & Culture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thej.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/chorus-sheet-music-stockpack-unsplash-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Enrichment":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240325T140000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240325T160000 DTSTAMP:20240205T192821Z CREATED:20240127T004357Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T192821Z UID:10000628-1711375200-1711382400@thej.org SUMMARY:Yiddish Level 2 DESCRIPTION: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).  \n\n\n\nInstructor: Norman BuderAges: 18+Mondays\, February 5 – March 25 (8 weeks) URL:https://thej.org/event/yiddish-level-2/2024-03-25/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thej.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Yiddish.png ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Enrichment":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240325T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240325T153000 DTSTAMP:20240205T193250Z CREATED:20240201T230113Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T193250Z UID:10000696-1711371600-1711380600@thej.org SUMMARY:Beginner Mah Jongg - Winter 2024 (In-Person) DESCRIPTION:Mah Jongg is a popular game of skill and luck usually played by 4 people at a time. All one needs to be a successful player is the current year National Mah Jongg League card\, access to a Mah Jongg set\, and the willingness to learn and practice. In this course\, students will take four 2.5-hour lessons for a total of 10 hours of instruction. You will learn: how to read the Mah Jongg card and identify the different tiles\, the rules of American Mah Jongg\, and the elements of play. Cards (2024) can be ordered through the instructor or the NMJL for $15. It’s time to learn Mah Jongg in 2024! \n\n\n\nFee: $10018+Instructor: Bette Shanley URL:https://thej.org/event/beginner-mah-jongg-winter-2024-in-person/2024-03-25/ LOCATION:Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031 CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Recreation & Games,Special Interest Groups ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thej.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/mah-jongg2.png ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Enrichment":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240325T123000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240325T133000 DTSTAMP:20240201T225256Z CREATED:20240201T225254Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240201T225256Z UID:10000695-1711369800-1711373400@thej.org SUMMARY:News in Review Roundtable 2 (Virtual) DESCRIPTION:Facilitated alternately by Philip Sternberg and Joshua Greene \n\n\n\nToday’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. URL:https://thej.org/event/news-in-review-roundtable-2-virtual-2/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Special Interest Groups ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thej.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/News.png ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Enrichment":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240325T110000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240325T120000 DTSTAMP:20240925T201531Z CREATED:20240401T230601Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240925T201531Z UID:10001342-1711364400-1711368000@thej.org SUMMARY:Israel Connections - Weekly Discussion with Dean Bagdadi DESCRIPTION:Join Pozez JCC’s Shaliach\, Dean for a weekly session of Israel news updates and insights. In each session\, you will have the opportunity to catch up with Israel’s current events and have a safe space to ask questions and discuss\, or just listen! \n\n\n\nNo fee\, no membership required… just register prior to each session. URL:https://thej.org/event/israel-connection-weekly-discussion-with-dean-bagdadi/2024-03-25/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Israel Culture & Learning ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thej.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Israel-Connections.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240325T110000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240325T120000 DTSTAMP:20240401T230523Z CREATED:20240124T060028Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240401T230523Z UID:10000605-1711364400-1711368000@thej.org SUMMARY:Israel Connection - Weekly Discussion with Dean Bagdadi DESCRIPTION:Join Pozez JCC’s Shaliach\, Dean for a weekly session of Israel news updates and insights. In each session\, you will have the opportunity to catch up with Israel’s current events and have a safe space to ask questions and discuss\, or just listen! \n\n\n\nNo fee\, no membership required… just register prior to each session. URL:https://thej.org/event/weekly-discussion-with-dean-bagdadi/2024-03-25/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Israel Culture & Learning ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thej.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Israel-Connections.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240324T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240324T120000 DTSTAMP:20240318T220827Z CREATED:20240318T220823Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240318T220827Z UID:10001243-1711281600-1711281600@thej.org SUMMARY:4Ls Brunch/Lunch Out (In-Person) DESCRIPTION:Please join us for food and camaraderie at the next 4Ls brunch/lunch out. (Note that this month it is a lunch and starts at noon.) RSVP by: Thursday\, March 21. \n\n\n\nYou must be a member of the 4Ls Facebook Group to participate. To request to join the group and RSVP\, click here: (1) Ladies Loving Laughter and Learning (4Ls) – Pozez JCC | Facebook. URL:https://thej.org/event/4ls-brunch-lunch-out-in-person/ LOCATION:The Virginia Kitchen\, 450 Elden St\, Herndon\, Virginia CATEGORIES:Special Interest Groups ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thej.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/4Ls.png ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Enrichment":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240323T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240323T150000 DTSTAMP:20240220T202507Z CREATED:20240220T202502Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240220T202507Z UID:10001166-1711195200-1711206000@thej.org SUMMARY:Pickleball Doubles Tournament DESCRIPTION:This is a round robin tournament where each team will play with each other team one time. Minimum of 6 matches\, guaranteed. The top 4 teams with the most points move on to the playoffs. \n\n\n\nAwards are presented to the runners-up and champions! \n\n\n\nPrerequisites: Skill Level: 3.5-4.0 (Intermediate/Advanced); Must bring own paddles. Balls are provided. \n\n\n\nAges: Anyone 13 y/o or older. No need to be a member. \n\n\n\nRegistration Deadline: Tuesday\, March 19 URL:https://thej.org/event/pickleball-doubles-tournament/ LOCATION:Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031 CATEGORIES:Fitness & Wellness ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thej.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Pickleball-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240322T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240322T113000 DTSTAMP:20240206T212645Z CREATED:20240126T022421Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240206T212645Z UID:10000595-1711101600-1711107000@thej.org SUMMARY:Spanish Intermediate 2 Course (Virtual on Zoom) DESCRIPTION: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 be as follows: 50 min. Grammar/10 min. Break/15 min. Breakout Room time (practice w/classmate)/15 min. in Main Room for review and Q&A.Handouts will be provided. Homework will be assigned for reinforcement and review. Optional textbooks will be recommended\, but you are free to use any books on hand.A Zoom link will be provided prior to the first day of class.Note: Minimum number of students: 4; Maximum number of students: 1Fridays\, January 19-March 22 (10 weeks)18+Instructor: Ruth Roberts\, Spanish Language Instructor URL:https://thej.org/event/spanish-intermediate-2-course-virtual-on-zoom/2024-03-22/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thej.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Spanish.png ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Enrichment":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240321T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240321T190000 DTSTAMP:20240312T203414Z CREATED:20240312T203409Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240312T203414Z UID:10001222-1711047600-1711047600@thej.org SUMMARY:Guys’ Night in Manassas DESCRIPTION:Join Aaron to hang out and meet new people and enjoy Go-Karting. Carpools available from the J.Fee: Each person pays their own tab. Registration is required. Location provided with registration. URL:https://thej.org/event/guys-night-in-manassas/ LOCATION:Manassas\, VA\, Manassas\, Virginia CATEGORIES:Family & Youth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thej.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Guys-Night-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Growing Jewish Families":MAILTO:FamilyAmbassadors@theJ.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240321T160000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240321T171500 DTSTAMP:20240205T205214Z CREATED:20240205T203658Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T205214Z UID:10000760-1711036800-1711041300@thej.org SUMMARY:Exploring Opera: “Roméo et Juliette” DESCRIPTION:Explore Gounod’s operatic version of the famous story of star-crossed lovers!  James Sokol’s lecture with video performance clips highlights some of the beautiful moments in this gorgeous classic.  \n\n\n\nQuestions? Email alliance@marinjcc.org \n\n\n\nIn partnership with the National JCC Adult & Senior Alliance URL:https://thej.org/event/exploring-opera-romeo-et-juliette/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Arts & Culture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thej.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Alliance.png ORGANIZER;CN="National JCC Adult &%3B Senior Alliance":MAILTO:alliance@marinjcc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240321T140000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240321T153000 DTSTAMP:20240205T192914Z CREATED:20240126T021259Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T192914Z UID:10000535-1711029600-1711035000@thej.org SUMMARY:Yiddish 1: A Taste of Yiddish 2024 Session (Virtual) DESCRIPTION: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\, proverbs\, songs\, and even a few curse words\, will not be ignored.  Study materials will be provided via email and Word documents\, in Hebrew letters as well as transliteration. Learn this hybrid language used by our ancestors\, that has become quite popular today! Questions? Contact Shari.Berman@theJ.org or 703.537.3068. \n\n\n\nThursdays\, February 1 – March 21 (8 weeks) URL:https://thej.org/event/yiddish-1-a-taste-of-yiddish-2024-session-virtual/2024-03-21/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thej.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Yiddish.png ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Enrichment":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240320T194500 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240320T210000 DTSTAMP:20240222T195914Z CREATED:20240214T021954Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240222T195914Z UID:10001188-1710963900-1710968400@thej.org SUMMARY:JCC Community Choir/Makheylah (In-Person) DESCRIPTION: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 for everyone: experienced singers will receive advanced material\, singers with moderate choral or vocal background will be well-engaged\, and those who just hum a little will fit right in! \n\n\n\nOur repertoire ranges from secular to religious and includes synagogue music\, Yiddish theater\, folksongs\, and Israeli songs. We sing in various languages\, too: Hebrew\, English\, Yiddish\, Ladino\, and others. The session will include one or two short performances (tbd). Come – let’s sing! \n\n\n\nFees (include sheet music):  General Adult – $145; Active-Duty Military/Veterans – $120; Students: $90 \n\n\n\nDirector’s Bio: \n\n\n\nP’nina Plotkin McCabe has a bachelor in music from UCLA and a “Teudat Oman” (Artist Diploma) from the Rubin Academy of Music and Dance in Israel. Ms. McCabe led an adult choir at the JCC from 1990-1999 and then conducted a choir at Gesher from 2010-2019\, while her children attended school there. She was the choir director at Ohr Kodesh for its High Holiday Choir from 1989-2008 and directed a local klezmer band.  \n\n\n\nWednesdays\, March 6–June 5 (13 classes; no class April 24)Ages 16+Led by P’nina Plotkin McCabe\, Choir DirectorQuestions? Please contact Shari.Berman@theJ.org or Rosesntune@aol.com. URL:https://thej.org/event/jcc-community-choir-makheylah-in-person/2024-03-20/ LOCATION:Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031 CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Arts & Culture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thej.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/chorus-sheet-music-stockpack-unsplash-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Enrichment":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240320T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240320T190000 DTSTAMP:20240312T200911Z CREATED:20240201T224554Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240312T200911Z UID:10000693-1710961200-1710961200@thej.org SUMMARY:Divas and Diners - Hamentaschen Making DESCRIPTION:Join us to make Hamantaschen to celebrate Purim! We will provide all the ingredients and materials needed\, just bring yourself and a snack and beverage to share and if you have a favorite filling\, we would love to try! \n\n\n\nAttendees tend to have small children\, but mentors are very welcome! \n\n\n\nLocation: Participant Home\, address provided before event URL:https://thej.org/event/divas-and-diners-hamentaschen-making/ LOCATION:Virginia CATEGORIES:Family & Youth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thej.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Inclusion-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240320T143000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240320T160000 DTSTAMP:20240201T204406Z CREATED:20240127T010756Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240201T204406Z UID:10000650-1710945000-1710950400@thej.org SUMMARY:Spanish Beginner/Basic 2 Course (Virtual on Zoom) DESCRIPTION:¡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 vocabulary. The format of the class will be as follows: 50 min. Grammar/10 min. Break/15 min. Breakout Room time (practice w/classmate)/15 min. in Main Room for review and Q&A. \n\n\n\nHandouts will be provided by the instructor. Homework will be assigned for reinforcement and review. Optional textbooks will be recommended\, but you are free to use any books on hand. \n\n\n\nA Zoom link will be provided prior to the start of class. \n\n\n\nNote: Minimum number of students: 4; Maximum number of students: 12 \n\n\n\nWednesdays\, January 17-March 20 (10 weeks) \n\n\n\nInstructor: Ruth Roberts\, Spanish Language Instructor URL:https://thej.org/event/spanish-beginner-basic-2-course-virtual-on-zoom/2024-03-20/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thej.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Spanish.png ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Enrichment":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240319T181500 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240319T211500 DTSTAMP:20240220T212720Z CREATED:20240220T202706Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240220T212720Z UID:10001167-1710872100-1710882900@thej.org SUMMARY:Pickleball Paddle Battle DESCRIPTION:This is a round robin tournament where each participant will play with each other one time. Minimum of 8 matches\, guaranteed. The top 4 teams with the most points move on to the playoffs. \n\n\n\nAwards will be awarded to the runners-up and champions! \n\n\n\nPrerequisites: Skill Level 3.0+; Must bring own paddles. Balls are provided. \n\n\n\nAges: Anyone 13 y/o or older. Need not be a member. \n\n\n\nRegistration Deadline: Friday\, March 15 URL:https://thej.org/event/pickleball-paddle-battle/ LOCATION:Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031 CATEGORIES:Fitness & Wellness ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thej.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Pickleball-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240319T171500 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240319T183000 DTSTAMP:20240201T210756Z CREATED:20240201T210754Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240201T210756Z UID:10000690-1710868500-1710873000@thej.org SUMMARY:JCC Widow & Widower Support Group (Herndon\, In-Person) DESCRIPTION:This monthly support group is for anyone who has recently or not so recently lost a spouse or partner. Join us for an open\, frank forum on issues such as grief\, bereavement\, and moving forward after great loss. \n\n\n\nFacilitated by Dr. Rebecca Fleischer and Dr. Libby Robbins \n\n\n\nFee: Complimentary\, however you must register. Contact Shari.Berman@theJ.org  to register or for more information. URL:https://thej.org/event/jcc-widow-widower-support-group-herndon-in-person-2/ LOCATION:Congregation Beth Emeth\, 12523 Lawyers Rd\, Herndon\, Virginia\, 20171 CATEGORIES:Special Interest Groups ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thej.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Widower-2.png ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Enrichment":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240318T181500 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240318T194500 DTSTAMP:20240220T201453Z CREATED:20240220T201451Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240220T201453Z UID:10001162-1710785700-1710791100@thej.org SUMMARY:Pickleball Beginner's Clinic DESCRIPTION:Learn the rules and strategies of Pickleball. You will be able to play games on your own and with a better understanding of the game. \n\n\n\nPrerequisites: None\, to little\, Pickleball experience is recommended for this clinic. \n\n\n\nAges: Anyone (10 y/o and older). Not limited to members. \n\n\n\nRegistration Deadline: Friday\, March 15 URL:https://thej.org/event/pickleball-beginners-clinic/ LOCATION:Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031 CATEGORIES:Fitness & Wellness ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thej.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Pickleball-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240318T140000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240318T160000 DTSTAMP:20240205T192821Z CREATED:20240127T004357Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T192821Z UID:10000627-1710770400-1710777600@thej.org SUMMARY:Yiddish Level 2 DESCRIPTION: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).  \n\n\n\nInstructor: Norman BuderAges: 18+Mondays\, February 5 – March 25 (8 weeks) URL:https://thej.org/event/yiddish-level-2/2024-03-18/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thej.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Yiddish.png ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Enrichment":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240318T140000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240318T150000 DTSTAMP:20240205T205103Z CREATED:20240205T195154Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T205103Z UID:10000756-1710770400-1710774000@thej.org SUMMARY:Art & Artists: 100 Jewish Artists – Part II (Virtual) DESCRIPTION: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. \n\n\n\nQuestions? Email alliance@marinjcc.org \n\n\n\nIn partnership with the National JCC Adult & Senior Alliance URL:https://thej.org/event/art-artists-100-jewish-artists-part-ii-virtual/2024-03-18/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Arts & Culture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thej.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Alliance.png ORGANIZER;CN="National JCC Adult &%3B Senior Alliance":MAILTO:alliance@marinjcc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240318T110000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240318T120000 DTSTAMP:20240925T201531Z CREATED:20240401T230601Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240925T201531Z UID:10001341-1710759600-1710763200@thej.org SUMMARY:Israel Connections - Weekly Discussion with Dean Bagdadi DESCRIPTION:Join Pozez JCC’s Shaliach\, Dean for a weekly session of Israel news updates and insights. In each session\, you will have the opportunity to catch up with Israel’s current events and have a safe space to ask questions and discuss\, or just listen! \n\n\n\nNo fee\, no membership required… just register prior to each session. URL:https://thej.org/event/israel-connection-weekly-discussion-with-dean-bagdadi/2024-03-18/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Israel Culture & Learning ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thej.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Israel-Connections.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240318T110000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240318T120000 DTSTAMP:20240401T230523Z CREATED:20240124T060028Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240401T230523Z UID:10000604-1710759600-1710763200@thej.org SUMMARY:Israel Connection - Weekly Discussion with Dean Bagdadi DESCRIPTION:Join Pozez JCC’s Shaliach\, Dean for a weekly session of Israel news updates and insights. In each session\, you will have the opportunity to catch up with Israel’s current events and have a safe space to ask questions and discuss\, or just listen! \n\n\n\nNo fee\, no membership required… just register prior to each session. URL:https://thej.org/event/weekly-discussion-with-dean-bagdadi/2024-03-18/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Israel Culture & Learning ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thej.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Israel-Connections.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240317T150000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240317T150000 DTSTAMP:20240220T225330Z CREATED:20240220T225327Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240220T225330Z UID:10001182-1710687600-1710687600@thej.org SUMMARY:GJF: Purim in the Park - Alexandria DESCRIPTION:Join Danielle at the park to make paper bag costumes\, have a costume parade and more Purim fun! Wear your favorite costume\, bring a grogger (noisemaker) and listen to Purim stories. \n\n\n\nAddress provided upon registration. URL:https://thej.org/event/gjf-purim-in-the-park-alexandria/ LOCATION:Alexandria\, VA\, Alexandria\, Virginia CATEGORIES:Family & Youth,Jewish Holidays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thej.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/GJF-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Growing Jewish Families":MAILTO:FamilyAmbassadors@theJ.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240317T140000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240317T140000 DTSTAMP:20240220T225118Z CREATED:20240220T225112Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240220T225118Z UID:10001181-1710684000-1710684000@thej.org SUMMARY:GJF Purim Playdate at a Play - McLean DESCRIPTION:Purim means costumes! Explore “The Many Disguises of Robin Hood” and have a playdate after the play with J-Family Ambassador Faith. Wear your costumes and we will have a costume parade after on our way to the playground. \n\n\n\nBuy tickets near Orchestra row D to sit near your GJF friends at https://mcleancenter.org/events/the-many-disguises-of-robin-hood-copy/?occurrence=2024-03-17 \n\n\n\nFee: $10/ $7 seniors/ $5 MCC tax district residentsLet us know you are coming at: https://forms.gle/C5nwhECYY3L5V2gi7 URL:https://thej.org/event/gjf-purim-playdate-at-a-play-mclean/ LOCATION:McLean Community Center\, 1234 Ingleside Ave\, McLean\, Virginia\, 22101 CATEGORIES:Family & Youth,Jewish Holidays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thej.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/GJF-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Growing Jewish Families":MAILTO:FamilyAmbassadors@theJ.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR