Facilitated by Dr. Rebecca Fleischer & Dr. Libby Robbins 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 dinner locally after […]
Advanced Beginners and those with some knowledge may join this ongoing course. Students must be comfortable with the Hebrew alphabet to learn the rudiments of reading. (Yiddish is phonetic and much easier than Hebrew). We will study Yiddish stories and converse about them in Yiddish. We’ll also learn a great deal of vocabulary and useful […]
Join us at the playground for a playful outdoor experience where kids can get messy making seed balls—tiny bundles of soil, clay, and seeds that can be planted at home to grow beautiful blooms or tasty herbs. This sensory-friendly activity lets little ones dig in, connect with nature, and learn how things grow—then swing, slide, […]
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. We will be joining Olam Tikvah Preschool in Fairfax, come out and meet their preschool director in an […]
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!
In an era of continuous news, understanding complex events can be challenging. We invite you to our roundtable to engage in a focused discussion on current newsworthy topics.Facilitated alternately by Amihai & Debra Glazer; Josh Greene; Phyllis Klein; Philip SternbergFee: $0 Member/ $15 Non-member
Join this ongoing, 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. Classes will focus on reading classic Yiddish stories by great Yiddish writers like Manger and Singer. The class is an opportunity to get a taste of […]
We invite you to join us at the JCC to make pencil packs for Second Story teen programs in Falls Church. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of at-risk local teens, providing them with the tools they need to succeed in school. We will start by learning about Second Story and the […]
In Collaboration with Canto Vocal ProgramsFeaturing Maurice Lugassy, professor of French culture and Canto Vocal artistsWhat can opera tell us about identity, exile, and belonging?Join Maurice Lugassy for a thought-provoking musical lecture that explores how Jewish stories, composers, and themes found a place on the grand stage of French opera.From the powerful drama of Halévy’s […]
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 […]
