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SUMMARY:WISE Connect Demo Event
DESCRIPTION: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 what you need to thrive. The WISE Connect team has worked with Pozez JCC for the past 3 years to make this website as useful as possible\, and they are excited to share the final product with our community. Bring your device of choice (smart phone\, iPad\, laptop) and be ready to try out the website\, give feedback\, and help shape this resource for people nationwide. All are welcome (Ages 55+)! Fee: Complimentary. Registration is required.
URL:https://thej.org/event/wise-connect-demo-event/
LOCATION:Pozez Jewish Community Center of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment
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ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Enrichment":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250504T111500
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SUMMARY:Adult Bereavement Support Group for Widows & Widowers
DESCRIPTION:This is a monthly support group for anyone who has recently – or not-so-recently – lost aspouse or partner. Join us for an open\, frank forum on issues such as grief\, bereavement\,and moving forward after great loss. All are welcome. No fee\, but you must register. \n\n\n\nFacilitated by Sharon Alman\, LCSW
URL:https://thej.org/event/adult-bereavement-support-group-for-widows-widowers-6/
LOCATION:Pozez Jewish Community Center of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031
CATEGORIES:Special Interest Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Enrichment":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250502T113000
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SUMMARY:First Friday Book Group
DESCRIPTION:Read and discuss the book\, “ It. Goes. So. Fast.: The Year of No Do-Overs” by Mary Louise Kelly. Facilitated by Joanne Rhodes
URL:https://thej.org/event/first-friday-book-group-3/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC and Online
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Special Interest Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Enrichment":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250502T100000
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SUMMARY:Pozez JCC & American Red Cross Blood Drive
DESCRIPTION:Every day\, blood donors help patients of all ages: accident and burn victims\, heart surgery and organ transplant patients\, and those battling cancer. In fact\, every two seconds\, someone in the U.S. needs blood. It is likely that you or someone you know will need a blood transfusion in your lifetime.  \n\n\n\nDue to recent drastic shortfalls of donations over the last several weeks\, donors of all blood types are critically needed\, especially those with type O blood. \n\n\n\nThe blood donation process from the time you arrive until the time you leave takes about an hour. The donation itself is only about 8-10 minutes on average. In order to qualify for whole blood donation\, you must be in good health and feeling well\, at least 16 years of age (with signed parental consent) and weigh at least 110 lbs. Additional eligibility criteria apply\, including certain medications\, medical conditions\, travel to certain countries\, and personal history.  \n\n\n\nPre-registered participants only. No walk-ins. Blood drive will be located in the auditorium. \n\n\n\nSign up here.
URL:https://thej.org/event/pozez-jcc-american-red-cross-blood-drive-6/
LOCATION:Pozez Jewish Community Center of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031
CATEGORIES:Social Impact
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ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Enrichment":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250502T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250502T113000
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SUMMARY:Spanish Intermediate Course – Winter-Spring 2025 (Virtual)
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. \n\n\n\nClass format: 50 min. Grammar/10 min. Break/15 min. Breakout Room time (practice w/ classmates)/15 min. in Main Room for review and Q&A. \n\n\n\nHandouts 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. \n\n\n\nZoom link provided prior to the first day of class. Note: Minimum number of students: 4; Maximum number of students: 12Fridays\, February 21-May 2 (10 weeks; no class April 18)Instructor: Ruth Roberts\, Spanish Language Instructor
URL:https://thej.org/event/spanish-intermediate-course-winter-spring-2025-virtual/2025-05-02/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment
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ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Enrichment":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250501T190000
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SUMMARY:Comedian Joel Chasnoff
DESCRIPTION:Yom HaAtzmaut: Laughter and Celebration\, Sponsored by Northern Virginia Jewish Funerals \n\n\n\nCelebrate Israel’s Independence Day (Yom HaAtzmaut) with a night of side-splitting laughter! \n\n\n\nJust added: an opening set with local comedian\, Carmiya Weinraub! \n\n\n\nThe Pozez JCC is thrilled to present Comedy with Chasnoff\, featuring the hilarious Israeli comedian and author\, Joel Chasnoff\, direct from his “Yachad Tour.” Get ready to laugh!In these chaotic times\, we could all use some laughs. Come to the J for an evening of good clean comedy and community. Joel Chasnoff will entertain us with his humorous take on life in Israel and being Jewish in today’s world.Stick around after the laughs! Joel will be signing copies of his latest book\, “Israel 201\,” at a special post-show book sale. Join us for a well-deserved escape from reality.Ages 16 & upFee: $25 in advance; $35 at the door \n\n\n\nIn partnership with JCCA.  \n\n\n\nClick here to view additional Yoms programming. 
URL:https://thej.org/event/yom-haatzmaut-laughter-and-celebration/
LOCATION:Pozez Jewish Community Center of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Arts & Culture,Israel Culture & Learning,Jewish Holidays
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ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Enrichment":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250430T140000
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SUMMARY:First Session – Spanish Beginner/Basic Course - Spring/Summer
DESCRIPTION:Wednesdays\, April 30-June 18 (8 weeks)\, 2:00 PM-3:00 PMInstructor: Ruth Roberts\, Spanish Language InstructorAges: 18+¡Hola Amigos! Hello Friends! This fun and interactive ongoing class will focus on learning conversational Spanish 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.Handouts 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. Zoom link will be provided prior to the start of class.Note: Minimum number of students: 4; Maximum number of students: 12
URL:https://thej.org/event/spanish-beginner-basic-spring-summer/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Arts & Culture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Enrichment":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250428T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250428T133000
DTSTAMP:20250305T172823Z
CREATED:20250305T172822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T172823Z
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SUMMARY:News in Review Roundtable
DESCRIPTION:Today’s news happens 24/7 and is often hard to digest. It’s your turn to speak/listen to opinions of others\, respectively. \n\n\n\nFacilitated by Joshua Greene
URL:https://thej.org/event/news-in-review-roundtable-3/2025-04-28/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Special Interest Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Enrichment":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T104500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T121500
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CREATED:20250326T145310Z
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SUMMARY:4Ls Book Club
DESCRIPTION:If you like to read and discuss books\, join us! This month’s book is The Thread Collectors by Shaunna J. Edwards.  \n\n\n\nJoin the 4Ls Facebook Group to learn more here: LadiesLovingLaughterandLearning  \n\n\n\nLocation: Cascades Library (Meeting Room D)\, 21030 Whitfield Place\, Sterling & on Zoom.  
URL:https://thej.org/event/4ls-book-club-2/
LOCATION:Cascades Library\, 21030 Whitfield Pl\, Sterling\, Virginia
CATEGORIES:Special Interest Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Enrichment":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250425T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250425T113000
DTSTAMP:20250106T162214Z
CREATED:20250106T162213Z
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SUMMARY:Spanish Intermediate Course – Winter-Spring 2025 (Virtual)
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. \n\n\n\nClass format: 50 min. Grammar/10 min. Break/15 min. Breakout Room time (practice w/ classmates)/15 min. in Main Room for review and Q&A. \n\n\n\nHandouts 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. \n\n\n\nZoom link provided prior to the first day of class. Note: Minimum number of students: 4; Maximum number of students: 12Fridays\, February 21-May 2 (10 weeks; no class April 18)Instructor: Ruth Roberts\, Spanish Language Instructor
URL:https://thej.org/event/spanish-intermediate-course-winter-spring-2025-virtual/2025-04-25/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment
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ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Enrichment":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T153000
DTSTAMP:20250320T234913Z
CREATED:20250320T234912Z
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SUMMARY:First Session – Yiddish Level 1 Spring/Summer
DESCRIPTION:Beginners and those with a little 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 a primary-grade Yiddish book and converse about it in Yiddish as well as other stories. We’ll also learn a great deal of vocabulary and useful phrases and how to ask important questions. Jokes\, proverbs\, songs\, and even a few curse words will be included.  \n\n\n\nStudents will need to log into Zoom on a device each week. All materials will be provided via email\, in Hebrew as well as in transliteration. Learn this hybrid language used by our ancestors\, that has become quite popular today! \n\n\n\nThursdays\, April 24-July 3 (10 weeks\, no class June 19)Instructor: Norman BuderAges: 18+
URL:https://thej.org/event/yiddish-level-1/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Arts & Culture,Israel Culture & Learning
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ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Enrichment":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250422T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250422T160000
DTSTAMP:20250123T195017Z
CREATED:20250123T195016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250123T195017Z
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SUMMARY:The People's House: An Interactive White House Experience
DESCRIPTION:Bus leaves Pozez JCC at 10:30am; returns approximately 4:00pm (Guided tour at 1:00pm) \n\n\n\nCreated by the White House Historical Association\, The People’s House: A White House Experience\, is a new cutting-edge educational experience located in Washington\, D.C.\, just one block from the White House. The educational museum tells the story of the Executive Mansion\, its inhabitants and the people who have dedicated their careers to its functions. The space opened on September 23\, 2024. \n\n\n\nSituated on 1700 Pennsylvania Avenue NW\, the 33\,000-square-foot three-floor site features exhibits and galleries bringing the White House and its storied history to life. Visitors can interact with a large-scale White House model\, recreation of the Rose Garden\, full-scale replica of the Oval Office\, recreation of White House moments and more dimensional galleries combining immersive media and inventive scenic representations. \n\n\n\nThe visit will start with a self-guided exploration of the exhibits\, followed by a lecture about First Families in the White House. \n\n\n\nBefore the tour\, we will enjoy lunch at Immigrant Food – White House (at own cost) 1701 Pennsylvania Ave.\, NW (https://immigrantfood.com/). This eclectic restaurant with a menu celebrating global flavors has a beautiful patio overlooking Pennsylvania Avenue. The menu is an ode to immigrant gastronomies; it’s a fun\, healthy culinary representation of America’s immigrant diversity. \n\n\n\nAfter the tour\, there will be time for the gift shop and maybe a bit more of the exhibits before we head home at 3:15pm. Light snacks will be provided for the bus ride home. \n\n\n\nContact: Bonnie.Sokol@theJ.org or 703.537.3066.The trip is limited to 21 participants on a first come\, first served basis.
URL:https://thej.org/event/the-peoples-house-an-interactive-white-house-experience/
LOCATION:The People’s House: An Interactive White House Experience\, 1700 Pennsylvania Avenue\, NW\, Washington\, District of Columbia
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment
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ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Enrichment":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250421T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250421T160000
DTSTAMP:20250320T234248Z
CREATED:20250320T234246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250320T234248Z
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SUMMARY:First Session – Yiddish Level 2 Spring/Summer
DESCRIPTION:Join this 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.Students will need to log into Zoom via a device for this course. All materials are provided (no textbook required) and will be sent electronically.Instructor: Norman BuderMondays\, April 21-July 7 (10 weeks; no class May 26\, June 2)Ages 18+
URL:https://thej.org/event/yiddish-level-2-spring-summer/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Arts & Culture,Israel Culture & Learning
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ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Enrichment":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250421T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250421T113000
DTSTAMP:20250319T161442Z
CREATED:20250318T195355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250319T161442Z
UID:10002616-1745229600-1745235000@thej.org
SUMMARY:Memoir Writing Group
DESCRIPTION:This monthly group is for anyone who enjoys writing their memoirs\, stories or poems\, and sharing them with others. The writing prompt for April is: My Favorite Spring Holiday.  \n\n\n\nLed by Marcia Lawson 
URL:https://thej.org/event/memoir-writing-group-4/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Special Interest Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Enrichment":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250417T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250417T123000
DTSTAMP:20250407T135939Z
CREATED:20250318T195102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T135939Z
UID:10002614-1744887600-1744893000@thej.org
SUMMARY:Women’s Social Impact Group
DESCRIPTION:This month we will continue making bedrolls for the unhoused. Come turn plastic bags into ‘plarn’ to create beautiful\, useful bedrolls. No experience necessary. All are welcome.  \n\n\n\nLed by Karen Sokol 
URL:https://thej.org/event/womens-social-impact-group/
LOCATION:Pozez Jewish Community Center of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031
CATEGORIES:Social Impact,Special Interest Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Enrichment":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250411T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250411T140000
DTSTAMP:20250318T195225Z
CREATED:20250318T195224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T195225Z
UID:10002615-1744374600-1744380000@thej.org
SUMMARY:J-Men's Group Gathering
DESCRIPTION:This month we’ll meet at the J and on Zoom to shmooze\, tell jokes and watch a few clips of our favorite Jewish comedians! Feel free to bring a brown bag (non-meat) lunch to enjoy.  
URL:https://thej.org/event/j-mens-group-gathering-4/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC and Online
CATEGORIES:Special Interest Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Enrichment":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250411T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250411T113000
DTSTAMP:20250106T162214Z
CREATED:20250106T162213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T162214Z
UID:10002462-1744365600-1744371000@thej.org
SUMMARY:Spanish Intermediate Course – Winter-Spring 2025 (Virtual)
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. \n\n\n\nClass format: 50 min. Grammar/10 min. Break/15 min. Breakout Room time (practice w/ classmates)/15 min. in Main Room for review and Q&A. \n\n\n\nHandouts 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. \n\n\n\nZoom link provided prior to the first day of class. Note: Minimum number of students: 4; Maximum number of students: 12Fridays\, February 21-May 2 (10 weeks; no class April 18)Instructor: Ruth Roberts\, Spanish Language Instructor
URL:https://thej.org/event/spanish-intermediate-course-winter-spring-2025-virtual/2025-04-11/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment
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ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Enrichment":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T153000
DTSTAMP:20250116T200547Z
CREATED:20250106T161752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250116T200547Z
UID:10002444-1744293600-1744299000@thej.org
SUMMARY:Yiddish 1: A Taste of Yiddish – Winter/Spring 2025 Session (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Beginners and those with a little knowledge are welcome! We will review the Hebrew 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\, in Hebrew as well as in transliteration. Learn this hybrid language used by our ancestors\, that has become quite popular today! \n\n\n\nThursdays\, February 6-April 10 (10 weeks )Instructor: Norman BuderAges: 18+
URL:https://thej.org/event/yiddish-1-a-taste-of-yiddish-winter-spring-2025-session-virtual/2025-04-10/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Israel Culture & Learning
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ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Enrichment":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250409T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250409T150000
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SUMMARY:Spanish Beginner Course – Winter-Spring 2025 (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:¡Hola Amigos! Hello Friends! This fun and interactive class will focus on learning conversational Spanish 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.  \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. Zoom link will be provided prior to the start of class. Note: Minimum number of students: 4; Maximum number of students: 12Wednesdays\, February 12-April 9 (8 weeks)Instructor: Ruth Roberts\, Spanish Language Instructor
URL:https://thej.org/event/spanish-beginner-course-winter-spring-2025-virtual-2/2025-04-09/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment
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ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Enrichment":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250409T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250409T141500
DTSTAMP:20250318T181423Z
CREATED:20250318T181421Z
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SUMMARY:A Woman's Voice Discussion Group
DESCRIPTION:An opportunity to connect with other women and discuss relevant topics on your mind. Please no politics! \n\n\n\nTopic: Aftermath of Covid: Pros and Cons  \n\n\n\nLed by Paula Haimes
URL:https://thej.org/event/a-womans-voice-discussion-group-2/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC and Online
CATEGORIES:Special Interest Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Enrichment":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250407T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250407T160000
DTSTAMP:20250106T155603Z
CREATED:20250106T155602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T155603Z
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SUMMARY:Yiddish Level 2 - Winter/Spring 2025 Session (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Join this 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. All materials are provided (no textbook required). \n\n\n\nMondays\, January 27-April 7 (10 weeks; no class Feb. 17)Instructor: Norman BuderAges 18+
URL:https://thej.org/event/yiddish-level-2-winter-spring-2025-session-virtual/2025-04-07/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Israel Culture & Learning
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ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Enrichment":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250407T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250407T133000
DTSTAMP:20250318T194843Z
CREATED:20250318T194842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T194843Z
UID:10002613-1744029000-1744032600@thej.org
SUMMARY:News in Review Roundtable
DESCRIPTION:Today’s news happens 24/7 and is often hard to digest. It’s your turn to speak and listen to opinions of others\, respectively.   \n\n\n\nFacilitated by Amihai and Deborah Glazer 
URL:https://thej.org/event/news-in-review-roundtable-4/
LOCATION:Pozez Jewish Community Center of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031
CATEGORIES:Special Interest Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Enrichment":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250406T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250406T160000
DTSTAMP:20250328T174622Z
CREATED:20250205T151428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250328T174622Z
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SUMMARY:Laura H. Kahn\, Author "One Health and the Politics of COVID-19"
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Pozez JCC’s Distinguished Speaker Series and J-Talks \n\n\n\nFeaturing Dr. Laura H. Kahn\, physician\, policy researcher\, educator\, and author; interviewed by Pozez JCC member Jane Holmquist. \n\n\n\nJoin us for a conversation about the politics of COVID-19 as Dr. Kahn unpacks the mysteries of its origins to impart important lessons for future outbreaks. In her timely book\, leading public health expert Laura H. Kahn uses the comprehensive “One Health” approach\, which recognizes the interconnected links among the health of humans\, animals\, plants\, and the environment\, to investigate the COVID-19 pandemic. Kahn explores how the wild animal trade\, wet markets\, and camel industry contributed to the spread of earlier coronaviruses such as SARS-CoV-1 and MERS. The book also explores the biosafety\, biosecurity\, and bioethics implications of gain-of-function research on pandemic potential pathogens. Dr. Kahn will help us better understand the history\, science\, and geopolitics of the COVID-19 pandemic. There will be time for a Q&A\, book sale\, and signing.
URL:https://thej.org/event/one-health-and-the-politics-of-covid-19/
LOCATION:Pozez Jewish Community Center of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment
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ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Enrichment":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250404T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250404T130000
DTSTAMP:20250318T181844Z
CREATED:20250318T181842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T181844Z
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SUMMARY:First Friday Book Group
DESCRIPTION:Calling all readers! This month’s book discussion will be The Talented Mrs. Mandelbaum by Margalit Fox. Facilitated by Mara Yachnin. 
URL:https://thej.org/event/first-friday-book-group-2/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC and Online
CATEGORIES:Special Interest Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Enrichment":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250404T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250404T113000
DTSTAMP:20250106T162214Z
CREATED:20250106T162213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T162214Z
UID:10002461-1743760800-1743766200@thej.org
SUMMARY:Spanish Intermediate Course – Winter-Spring 2025 (Virtual)
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. \n\n\n\nClass format: 50 min. Grammar/10 min. Break/15 min. Breakout Room time (practice w/ classmates)/15 min. in Main Room for review and Q&A. \n\n\n\nHandouts 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. \n\n\n\nZoom link provided prior to the first day of class. Note: Minimum number of students: 4; Maximum number of students: 12Fridays\, February 21-May 2 (10 weeks; no class April 18)Instructor: Ruth Roberts\, Spanish Language Instructor
URL:https://thej.org/event/spanish-intermediate-course-winter-spring-2025-virtual/2025-04-04/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment
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ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Enrichment":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250403T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250403T153000
DTSTAMP:20250116T200547Z
CREATED:20250106T161752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250116T200547Z
UID:10002443-1743688800-1743694200@thej.org
SUMMARY:Yiddish 1: A Taste of Yiddish – Winter/Spring 2025 Session (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Beginners and those with a little knowledge are welcome! We will review the Hebrew 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\, in Hebrew as well as in transliteration. Learn this hybrid language used by our ancestors\, that has become quite popular today! \n\n\n\nThursdays\, February 6-April 10 (10 weeks )Instructor: Norman BuderAges: 18+
URL:https://thej.org/event/yiddish-1-a-taste-of-yiddish-winter-spring-2025-session-virtual/2025-04-03/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Israel Culture & Learning
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ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Enrichment":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250402T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250402T210000
DTSTAMP:20250318T152843Z
CREATED:20250318T152841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T152843Z
UID:10002603-1743622200-1743627600@thej.org
SUMMARY:First Session – Basic Hebrew
DESCRIPTION:This in-person course is designed for true beginners to the Hebrew language or those who need an extensive refresher. This class will help you learn the alphabet including vowels\, important vocabulary\, grammar\, and common phrases and sentences/questions using a variety of resources.Each student must purchase the textbook\, “Hebrew from Scratch Part 1” (available on Amazon). The book uses quotations from all eras of Hebrew writing and has a Hebrew-English Dictionary which includes all vocabulary and grammatical terminology\, and is used in all levels of classes.Whether you are planning a future trip to Israel or interested in learning the Hebrew language for your own knowledge\, this course will give you an excellent foundation. Minimum number of students is 4; Maximum number is 12. \n\n\n\nWednesdays\, April 2–June 11 (10 weeks; no class April 16)Instructor: Sigi Saadia\, Hebrew Teacher & TutorAges 16+
URL:https://thej.org/event/first-session-basic-hebrew/
LOCATION:Pozez Jewish Community Center of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Israel Culture & Learning
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ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Enrichment":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250402T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250402T150000
DTSTAMP:20250227T124232Z
CREATED:20250227T124231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T124232Z
UID:10002559-1743602400-1743606000@thej.org
SUMMARY:Spanish Beginner Course – Winter-Spring 2025 (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:¡Hola Amigos! Hello Friends! This fun and interactive class will focus on learning conversational Spanish 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.  \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. Zoom link will be provided prior to the start of class. Note: Minimum number of students: 4; Maximum number of students: 12Wednesdays\, February 12-April 9 (8 weeks)Instructor: Ruth Roberts\, Spanish Language Instructor
URL:https://thej.org/event/spanish-beginner-course-winter-spring-2025-virtual-2/2025-04-02/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment
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ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Enrichment":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250331T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250331T160000
DTSTAMP:20250106T155603Z
CREATED:20250106T155602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T155603Z
UID:10002432-1743429600-1743436800@thej.org
SUMMARY:Yiddish Level 2 - Winter/Spring 2025 Session (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Join this 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. All materials are provided (no textbook required). \n\n\n\nMondays\, January 27-April 7 (10 weeks; no class Feb. 17)Instructor: Norman BuderAges 18+
URL:https://thej.org/event/yiddish-level-2-winter-spring-2025-session-virtual/2025-03-31/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Israel Culture & Learning
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ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Enrichment":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250330T111500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250330T124500
DTSTAMP:20250305T173039Z
CREATED:20250305T173038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T173039Z
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SUMMARY:Adult Bereavement Support Group for Widows & Widowers
DESCRIPTION:This is a monthly support group for anyone who has recently – or not-so-recently – lost aspouse or partner. Join us for an open\, frank forum on issues such as grief\, bereavement\,and moving forward after great loss. All are welcome. No fee\, but you must register. \n\n\n\nFacilitated by Sharon Alman\, LCSW
URL:https://thej.org/event/adult-bereavement-support-group-for-widows-widowers-5/2025-03-30/
LOCATION:Pozez Jewish Community Center of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031
CATEGORIES:Special Interest Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Enrichment":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org
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