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SUMMARY:Intermediate Hebrew Course (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:This class is designed for people who have a rich Hebrew vocabulary (very comfortable using 100 or more words)\, understand basic grammar structures\, and would like to expand their conversational skills in day-to-day language\, as well as engage in other topics of conversation. The instructor will provide materials and opportunities for group and one-on-one dialogue. Prerequisite: Beginner Hebrew (at least 2 consecutive sessions)Instructor: Sigi Saadia\, Hebrew Teacher/TutorMinimum number of students is 4; Maximum number is 12. Wednesdays\, July 10–August 28 (8 Sessions)Ages 16+
URL:https://thej.org/event/intermediate-hebrew-course-in-person/2024-07-10/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC 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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240710T110000
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SUMMARY:Women's Social Impact Group/WSIG (In-person)
DESCRIPTION:Join this group of women striving to make a positive difference in our community – together we’ll turn our passions into purpose! Women of all stages and ages are welcome to be a part of this exciting group. This month we will have speakers from FACETS and the Women’s League of Voters. \n\n\n\nRSVPs: adultservices@theJ.org.
URL:https://thej.org/event/womens-social-impact-group-wsig-in-person-2/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC 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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240709T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240709T210000
DTSTAMP:20240701T144354Z
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SUMMARY:Siamese Mah Jongg Lessons (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Do you already know how to play Mah Jongg? Want to learn how to play with two people? Siamese Mah Jongg creatively uses 2 racks to play a variation of this fun game of luck and skill. These lessons are for experienced Mah Jongg players. A 2024 National Mah Jongg League (NMJL) card is required. \n\n\n\nAges 18+Instructor: Janine Rubens
URL:https://thej.org/event/siamese-mah-jongg-lessons-in-person/2024-07-09/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC 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:20240708T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240708T210000
DTSTAMP:20240618T141225Z
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SUMMARY:Beginner Hebrew Continued (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Would you like to learn basic Hebrew in a small group setting? This course is designed for beginners to the Hebrew language or those who need a good refresher. You will learn 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 new 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. Whether you are planning a future trip to Israel or just interested in learning the Hebrew language for your own knowledge\, this course will give you an excellent foundation. \n\n\n\nNote: Minimum number of students is 4; Maximum number is 12 \n\n\n\nAges 13+Instructor: Sigi Saadia\, Hebrew Teacher/TutorMondays\, July 8–August 26 (8 Sessions ) \n\n\n\nQuestions? Contact Shari.Berman@theJ.org or 703.537.3068.(If you are interested but not available Wednesday evenings\, let us know.)
URL:https://thej.org/event/beginner-hebrew-continued-in-person/2024-07-08/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC 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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240708T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240708T133000
DTSTAMP:20240703T160740Z
CREATED:20240703T160708Z
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SUMMARY:News in Review Roundtable (In-person)
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 Phyllis Klein. \n\n\n\nRSVPs to adultservices@theJ.org.
URL:https://thej.org/event/news-in-review-roundtable-in-person-2/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC 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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SUMMARY:Beginning Bridge Lessons (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to play this popular card game — to play socially with friends or (eventually) competitively – through dynamic PowerPoint presentations and interactive lessons.  \n\n\n\nIn eight 2-hour classes\, students will learn the basics of the game of bridge using boards and bidding boxes. Each week\, you will learn a bit of strategy\, be able to ask questions\, and have fun while mastering social bridge! This class is truly for beginners who have never played bridge. \n\n\n\nTuesdays\, May 7-July 2 (8 weeks; no class June 11) \n\n\n\nInstructor: Yen DeAnda\, ACBL accredited\, Gold Life Master
URL:https://thej.org/event/beginning-bridge-lessons-in-person/2024-07-02/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Recreation & Games
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ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Enrichment":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240630T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240630T140000
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CREATED:20240529T170622Z
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Services Kickoff Event
DESCRIPTION:Pozez JCC is excited to announce the launch of Volunteer Services. Join us in celebrating our commitment to social impact and building community. Attend this event to learn how you can help give back to the community where you live\, participate in a service project\, enjoy lunch and bond with other community members! \n\n\n\n10:00am-12:30pm: VOLUNTEER PROJECT FOR FAMILIESService project for families with kids ages 3+. Children will learn about Gemilut Hasidim (acts of loving kindness) and help sort donated clothing for a local shelter. At 11:30\, lunch will be served (included).Register for family event. \n\n\n\n11:30am-2pm: VOLUNTEER PROJECT FOR TEENS & ADULTSWe will start with lunch and discussion. Then we will do a service project for ages 14+. We will explore why democracy is a Jewish value and sign postcards to encourage minority voters to vote.Register for teens & adults event.
URL:https://thej.org/event/volunteer-services-kickoff-event/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031
CATEGORIES:Family & Youth,Social Impact
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ORGANIZER;CN="Volunteer Services":MAILTO:Emily.Braley@theJ.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240627T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240627T203000
DTSTAMP:20240603T150755Z
CREATED:20240603T150753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240603T150755Z
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SUMMARY:Wine\, Cheese\, and Israeli Music Today with Hadassah & Dean Bagdadi
DESCRIPTION:The Northern Virginia chapter of Hadassah welcomes back Dean Bagdadi\, our community shaliach\, for an evening of learning about and enjoying Israeli music. Join us for wine\, cheese and Israeli snacks. Dean will focus on contemporary Israeli music and how it has shifted since October 7th. \n\n\n\nRegister by June 24. \n\n\n\nHadassah is an American Jewish volunteer women’s organization.
URL:https://thej.org/event/wine-cheese-and-israeli-music-today-with-hadassah-dean-bagdadi/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031
CATEGORIES:Israel Culture & Learning
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240625T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240625T210000
DTSTAMP:20240503T182801Z
CREATED:20240228T011257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240503T182801Z
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SUMMARY:Beginning Bridge Lessons (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to play this popular card game — to play socially with friends or (eventually) competitively – through dynamic PowerPoint presentations and interactive lessons.  \n\n\n\nIn eight 2-hour classes\, students will learn the basics of the game of bridge using boards and bidding boxes. Each week\, you will learn a bit of strategy\, be able to ask questions\, and have fun while mastering social bridge! This class is truly for beginners who have never played bridge. \n\n\n\nTuesdays\, May 7-July 2 (8 weeks; no class June 11) \n\n\n\nInstructor: Yen DeAnda\, ACBL accredited\, Gold Life Master
URL:https://thej.org/event/beginning-bridge-lessons-in-person/2024-06-25/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Recreation & Games
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ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Enrichment":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240624T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240624T133000
DTSTAMP:20240514T134248Z
CREATED:20240514T134217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240514T134248Z
UID:10001482-1719232200-1719235800@thej.org
SUMMARY:News in Review Roundtable (Virtual)
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.Facilitated by Philip Sternberg
URL:https://thej.org/event/news-in-review-roundtable-virtual/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031
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=America/New_York:20240623T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240623T110000
DTSTAMP:20240614T151438Z
CREATED:20240614T151331Z
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SUMMARY:Screams Before Silence Screening in Partnership with JCRC
DESCRIPTION:A documentary film on the sexual violence committed by Hamas on October 7\, 2023.
URL:https://thej.org/event/screams-before-silence-screening-in-partnership-with-jcrc/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Arts & Culture,Israel Culture & Learning
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240618T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240618T210000
DTSTAMP:20240503T182801Z
CREATED:20240228T011257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240503T182801Z
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SUMMARY:Beginning Bridge Lessons (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to play this popular card game — to play socially with friends or (eventually) competitively – through dynamic PowerPoint presentations and interactive lessons.  \n\n\n\nIn eight 2-hour classes\, students will learn the basics of the game of bridge using boards and bidding boxes. Each week\, you will learn a bit of strategy\, be able to ask questions\, and have fun while mastering social bridge! This class is truly for beginners who have never played bridge. \n\n\n\nTuesdays\, May 7-July 2 (8 weeks; no class June 11) \n\n\n\nInstructor: Yen DeAnda\, ACBL accredited\, Gold Life Master
URL:https://thej.org/event/beginning-bridge-lessons-in-person/2024-06-18/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Recreation & Games
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ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Enrichment":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240618T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240618T140000
DTSTAMP:20240606T204946Z
CREATED:20240603T164923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240606T204946Z
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SUMMARY:Conversational Hebrew Club
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for an hour of engaging discussion in Hebrew on current topics such as culture\, news\, food\, holidays\, etc. in the J’s Lobby. All levels of Hebrew are welcome! \n\n\n\nFacilitated by Dean Bagdadi\, Pozez JCC Shaliach \n\n\n\nFee: Included with J-Journey and J-Family memberships; $10 day-pass purchase for J-Pass card holders
URL:https://thej.org/event/monthly-conversational-hebrew-club/2024-06-18/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031
CATEGORIES:Israel Culture & Learning,Special Interest Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240612T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240613T093000
DTSTAMP:20240529T192358Z
CREATED:20240529T192331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240529T192358Z
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SUMMARY:Building Closure: Shavuot
DESCRIPTION:The building will be closed for Shavuot on Wednesday\, June 12 and Thursday\, June 13.
URL:https://thej.org/event/building-closure-shavuot/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031
CATEGORIES:Jewish Holidays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240611T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240611T170000
DTSTAMP:20240529T192611Z
CREATED:20240529T192610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240529T192611Z
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SUMMARY:Building Closure: Shavuot
DESCRIPTION:The building will close early at 5pm for Erev Shavuot (Giving of the Torah & Observing the Summer Harvest).
URL:https://thej.org/event/building-closure-shavuot-2/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031
CATEGORIES:Jewish Holidays
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240611T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240611T123000
DTSTAMP:20240514T134532Z
CREATED:20240514T134531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240514T134532Z
UID:10001483-1718103600-1718109000@thej.org
SUMMARY:Women’s Social Impact Group/WSIG (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Join this group of women striving to make a positive difference in our community – together we’ll turn our passions into purpose! Women of all stages and ages are welcome to be a part of this exciting group. This month we will continue making bedrolls out of plastic bags for the unhoused and plan a summer program.RSVPs: adultservices@theJ.org
URL:https://thej.org/event/womens-social-impact-group-wsig-in-person/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC 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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240610T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240610T133000
DTSTAMP:20240514T134044Z
CREATED:20240514T134043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240514T134044Z
UID:10001481-1718022600-1718026200@thej.org
SUMMARY:News in Review Roundtable (In-Person)
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.Facilitated by Mara YachninRSVPs to adultservices@theJ.org
URL:https://thej.org/event/news-in-review-roundtable-in-person/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,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:20240609T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240609T090000
DTSTAMP:20240603T145025Z
CREATED:20240603T144336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240603T145025Z
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SUMMARY:Cheesecake for Shavuot! - Fairfax
DESCRIPTION:Join Faith for a fun and delicious Shavuot celebration as we make gluten free no-bake cheesecake bites! This family-friendly event will guide you through creating these tasty treats\, perfect for honoring the tradition of enjoying dairy foods on Shavuot.
URL:https://thej.org/event/cheesecake-for-shavuot-fairfax/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031
CATEGORIES:Family & Youth,Jewish Holidays
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ORGANIZER;CN="Growing Jewish Families":MAILTO:FamilyAmbassadors@theJ.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240605T194500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240605T210000
DTSTAMP:20240222T195914Z
CREATED:20240214T021954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240222T195914Z
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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/2024-06-05/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031
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:20240605T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240605T210000
DTSTAMP:20240503T182009Z
CREATED:20240503T182007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240503T182009Z
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SUMMARY:Beginner Conversational Hebrew Course (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Learn conversational Hebrew in a small group setting. This course is designed for beginners to the Hebrew language or those who need a good refresher. Over eight sessions\, you will learn important vocabulary\, grammar\, and common phrases and sentences/questions using exercises. Each student must purchase the textbook: Hebrew from Scratch Part 1 (which can be found on Amazon for $59). The book uses quotations from all eras of Hebrew writing and has a Hebrew-English Dictionary which includes all vocabulary and grammatical terminology. Whether you are planning a future trip to Israel or just interested in learning the Hebrew language for your own knowledge\, this course will give you an excellent foundation. \n\n\n\nNote: Minimum number of students is 4; Maximum number is 12. Questions? Contact Shari.Berman@theJ.org or 703.537.3068.(If you are interested but not available Wednesday evenings\, let us know!) \n\n\n\nWednesdays\, April 10–June 5 (8 sessions; no class April 24)7:30pm – 9pm \n\n\n\nAges 16+ \n\n\n\nInstructor: Sigi Saadia\, Hebrew Teacher/Tutor
URL:https://thej.org/event/beginner-conversational-hebrew-course-in-person/2024-06-05/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC 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=UTC:20240604T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240604T210000
DTSTAMP:20240503T182801Z
CREATED:20240228T011257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240503T182801Z
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SUMMARY:Beginning Bridge Lessons (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to play this popular card game — to play socially with friends or (eventually) competitively – through dynamic PowerPoint presentations and interactive lessons.  \n\n\n\nIn eight 2-hour classes\, students will learn the basics of the game of bridge using boards and bidding boxes. Each week\, you will learn a bit of strategy\, be able to ask questions\, and have fun while mastering social bridge! This class is truly for beginners who have never played bridge. \n\n\n\nTuesdays\, May 7-July 2 (8 weeks; no class June 11) \n\n\n\nInstructor: Yen DeAnda\, ACBL accredited\, Gold Life Master
URL:https://thej.org/event/beginning-bridge-lessons-in-person/2024-06-04/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Recreation & Games
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ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Enrichment":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240604T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240604T140000
DTSTAMP:20240524T151944Z
CREATED:20240416T184842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240524T151944Z
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SUMMARY:J-Talks presents...Gitel’s Story: The Inarticulate Speaks
DESCRIPTION:Featuring Howard Bass\, interviewed by author and contributing editor to The Atlantic\, Burt Solomon \n\n\n\n“Gitel’s Story” is a memoir of a Jewish woman’s journey from the Russian Empire to America\, written by her daughter and transcribed and edited by her great nephew. It is a first-hand account which channels the voice of Gitel Goldstein Sbarow. The story begins in the town of Savran\, Ukraine\, where Gitel was born in 1869\, and ends in Cleveland\, Ohio\, in 1941. Gitel endured the 1905 Odessa pogrom\, the death of her 2-year-old daughter en route to America in 1906\, and the premature death of her beloved husband\, Reuben\, three years later. In Indianapolis\, IN\, she raised five children while operating a grocery store and later a boardinghouse before moving to Cleveland in 1915 to be closer to her descendants. \n\n\n\nWhile this story is far from unique—many early 20th century immigrants’ lives followed a similar pattern—Clara Wollin’s documentation of her family’s experiences is a rare first-person account of the immigrant experience. Shortly after the Russian invasion of Ukraine in 2022\, Howard Bass brought the languishing memoir to life\, enhancing it with family photos\, documents\, family trees\, and additional relevant images from the Russian Empire and the New World. A book sale and signing will take place post-presentation and Q&A. \n\n\n\nThis is a story that will resonate with many – those whose roots come from the Pale of Settlement and those who are following the devastating war in Ukraine. \n\n\n\nAges 18+
URL:https://thej.org/event/j-talks-presents-gitels-story-the-inarticulate-speaks/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC 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=UTC:20240602T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240602T123000
DTSTAMP:20240527T230758Z
CREATED:20240514T133534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240527T230758Z
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SUMMARY:JCC Adult Bereavement Support Group for Widows & Widowers
DESCRIPTION:Facilitated by Sharon Alman\, LCSW. \n\n\n\nThis is a monthly support group 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. All are welcome.  \n\n\n\nFee:  No admission fee\, however\, registration is required.For more information/to register\, contact:  Shari.Berman@thej.org or 703.537.3068.
URL:https://thej.org/event/jcc-adult-bereavement-support-group-for-widows-widowers-3/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC 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=UTC:20240529T194500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240529T210000
DTSTAMP:20240222T195914Z
CREATED:20240214T021954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240222T195914Z
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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/2024-05-29/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031
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:20240529T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240529T210000
DTSTAMP:20240503T182009Z
CREATED:20240503T182007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240503T182009Z
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SUMMARY:Beginner Conversational Hebrew Course (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Learn conversational Hebrew in a small group setting. This course is designed for beginners to the Hebrew language or those who need a good refresher. Over eight sessions\, you will learn important vocabulary\, grammar\, and common phrases and sentences/questions using exercises. Each student must purchase the textbook: Hebrew from Scratch Part 1 (which can be found on Amazon for $59). The book uses quotations from all eras of Hebrew writing and has a Hebrew-English Dictionary which includes all vocabulary and grammatical terminology. Whether you are planning a future trip to Israel or just interested in learning the Hebrew language for your own knowledge\, this course will give you an excellent foundation. \n\n\n\nNote: Minimum number of students is 4; Maximum number is 12. Questions? Contact Shari.Berman@theJ.org or 703.537.3068.(If you are interested but not available Wednesday evenings\, let us know!) \n\n\n\nWednesdays\, April 10–June 5 (8 sessions; no class April 24)7:30pm – 9pm \n\n\n\nAges 16+ \n\n\n\nInstructor: Sigi Saadia\, Hebrew Teacher/Tutor
URL:https://thej.org/event/beginner-conversational-hebrew-course-in-person/2024-05-29/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC 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=UTC:20240528T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240528T210000
DTSTAMP:20240503T182801Z
CREATED:20240228T011257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240503T182801Z
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SUMMARY:Beginning Bridge Lessons (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to play this popular card game — to play socially with friends or (eventually) competitively – through dynamic PowerPoint presentations and interactive lessons.  \n\n\n\nIn eight 2-hour classes\, students will learn the basics of the game of bridge using boards and bidding boxes. Each week\, you will learn a bit of strategy\, be able to ask questions\, and have fun while mastering social bridge! This class is truly for beginners who have never played bridge. \n\n\n\nTuesdays\, May 7-July 2 (8 weeks; no class June 11) \n\n\n\nInstructor: Yen DeAnda\, ACBL accredited\, Gold Life Master
URL:https://thej.org/event/beginning-bridge-lessons-in-person/2024-05-28/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Recreation & Games
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thej.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Bridge.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Enrichment":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240528T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240528T110000
DTSTAMP:20240524T135244Z
CREATED:20240502T152857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240524T135244Z
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SUMMARY:Gardening Group (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Do you have a green thumb or wish you did? If so\, this is the group for you! Under guidance from several Master Gardeners\, we will learn about gardening\, take field trips to local gardens and nurseries\, and do some of our own planting at the JCC. No expertise needed. All are welcome!In May we will add annuals and perennials to the Pozez JCC beds and do some spring clean up.RSVP to: adultservices@theJ.org
URL:https://thej.org/event/gardening-group-in-person/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC 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:20240523T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240523T203000
DTSTAMP:20240506T142557Z
CREATED:20240506T141741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240506T142557Z
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SUMMARY:National Stop the Bleed Day (In Person Training)
DESCRIPTION:May 23 is Stop the Bleed Day. A bleeding injury can happen anywhere. We’ve all seen it happen too often—on the news or in everyday life. Life-threatening bleeding can happen in people injured in serious accidents or disasters. Instead of being a witness\, you can become an immediate responder because you know how to STOP THE BLEED®. \n\n\n\nThe person next to a bleeding victim may very well be the one who’s most likely to save him or her from bleeding to death. By learning how to STOP THE BLEED®\, you’ll gain the ability to recognize life-threatening bleeding and act quickly and effectively to control bleeding once you learn three quick techniques. Take the STOP THE BLEED® training course and become empowered to make a life or death difference when a bleeding emergency happens. \n\n\n\nRegister for Thursday\, May 23\, 1:30pm-3:30pm.Register for Thursday\, May 23\, 6:30pm-8:30pm. \n\n\n\nQuestions? Contact Laura.Katzif@theJ.org or 703.537-3009.Co-Sponsored by JFGW: JShield and Congregation Olam Tikvah. Ages: 13+
URL:https://thej.org/event/national-stop-the-bleed-day-in-person-training/2024-05-23/2/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Social Impact
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240523T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240523T153000
DTSTAMP:20240506T142557Z
CREATED:20240506T141741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240506T142557Z
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SUMMARY:National Stop the Bleed Day (In Person Training)
DESCRIPTION:May 23 is Stop the Bleed Day. A bleeding injury can happen anywhere. We’ve all seen it happen too often—on the news or in everyday life. Life-threatening bleeding can happen in people injured in serious accidents or disasters. Instead of being a witness\, you can become an immediate responder because you know how to STOP THE BLEED®. \n\n\n\nThe person next to a bleeding victim may very well be the one who’s most likely to save him or her from bleeding to death. By learning how to STOP THE BLEED®\, you’ll gain the ability to recognize life-threatening bleeding and act quickly and effectively to control bleeding once you learn three quick techniques. Take the STOP THE BLEED® training course and become empowered to make a life or death difference when a bleeding emergency happens. \n\n\n\nRegister for Thursday\, May 23\, 1:30pm-3:30pm.Register for Thursday\, May 23\, 6:30pm-8:30pm. \n\n\n\nQuestions? Contact Laura.Katzif@theJ.org or 703.537-3009.Co-Sponsored by JFGW: JShield and Congregation Olam Tikvah. Ages: 13+
URL:https://thej.org/event/national-stop-the-bleed-day-in-person-training/2024-05-23/1/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Social Impact
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240522T194500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240522T210000
DTSTAMP:20240222T195914Z
CREATED:20240214T021954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240222T195914Z
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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/2024-05-22/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031
CATEGORIES:Adult Enrichment,Arts & Culture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Enrichment":MAILTO:Shari.Berman@theJ.org
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