Get ready for a magical night under the stars! Join Brie and your Growing Jewish Families friends for an evening of music and nostalgia at Wolf Trap's Disney '80s–'90s Celebration in Concert. Sing along to your favorite throwback Disney hits from beloved classics like The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast, Aladdin, and more. Bring […]
Join us for a heartwarming afternoon of creativity and connection at Bucketful of Kindness! Inspired by the beloved "bucket-filler" concept, this event helps young children explore kindness in a hands-on, meaningful way. Together, we’ll decorate our own mini “buckets” and fill them with uplifting notes and small objects that make each other smile. This fun […]
Facilitated by Sharon Alman, LCSW 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. Some members go out to lunch locally after the meeting. All are […]
Join us for our Sweet Summer Series—a delicious way to cool off and connect! Meet up with J-Family Ambassadors and other local families for ice cream. Come for the dessert, stay for the community and summer fun. Location provided upon registration.
Start your morning with good company and great coffee! Join us for a relaxed and welcoming gathering of parents and caregivers to chat, connect, and recharge—no agenda, just community. Whether you're new to the area or a longtime local, this is a wonderful way to meet others in the Growing Jewish Families network. After coffee, […]
Slow down, explore, and soak up the beauty of nature—together. After coffee, head over to our family-friendly trail adventure! With stroller-friendly paths and a scenic boardwalk, the Wander and Wonder Walk is perfect for all ages. We'll explore the natural world at a gentle pace, giving little ones plenty to discover and grown-ups a chance […]
Calling all readers! This month’s book discussion will be “James: A Novel" by Percival Everett – Facilitated by Joanne Rhodes Zoom link will be sent the day before for all who register. Fee: $0 Members/ $15 Non-members
Spark a Love of Reading & Giving! Join us for a special Literacy Shabbat designed for families with children. Celebrate the magic of stories with a book swap and donation drive, featuring beloved PJ Library® titles. Bring your gently used or new books to share! Children will craft personalized bookmarks for their book recipients. We'll […]
Join us for our Sweet Summer Series—a delicious way to cool off and connect! Meet up with J-Family Ambassadors and other local families for ice cream. Come for the dessert, stay for the community and summer fun. Location provided upon registration.
Two days: Monday, August 4 and Tuesday, August 510am-2pm (Check-In at 9:30am on Monday) The J is thrilled to bring back AARP's classroom Safe Driver Course! Come to this comprehensive driver retraining class taught by Lincoln Cummings. Learn to adjust your skills to compensate for changes in hearing, vision, flexibility, and reaction time. Participants who […]
The J is thrilled to bring back AARP's classroom Safe Driver Course! Come to this comprehensive driver retraining class taught by Lincoln Cummings. Learn to adjust your skills to compensate for changes in hearing, vision, flexibility, and reaction time. Participants who attend BOTH days will receive a certificate for a discount on insurance for three […]
Gesher JDS and Growing Jewish Families are excited to welcome families for an on-campus Summer Playdate! Join us for a relaxed afternoon of fun and connection on Gesher’s beautiful Marc Shichman Memorial Playlab. It’s a great chance to meet other families and have fun in the summer sun. Questions? Contact Taylor May at tmay@gesher-jds.org or […]
