If you’re feeling anxious, angry, uncertain, alone or some combination, Rabbi Aaron will hold space to help you find community support, process the wide spectrum of emotions you may be experiencing, and cope in the days and months ahead. Advance registration preferred but walk-ins are welcome.

This class meets Mondays, September 16 – December 9 from 6:30 – 8:30 pm. There will not be class on November 25. Class will meet in-person on September 16 and December 9, and the rest of the class will be virtual. Demystify the Hebrew alphabet as you learn the letters and vowels and how to …

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Join us for a Torah on Tap event brought to you by Kesher Israel, Arlington, Bethesda, Columbia Heights, Georgetown Moishe Houses! The event will include drinks, a brief Torah discussion, and time to socialize.

Many of us feel scared and anxious as we anticipate the 2024 presidential election. We see toxic polarization and fragmentation nearly everywhere we look. How will we cope with the tension and resist being part of the cycle of polarization and division? Join Rabbi Rachel Schmelkin to discover what Judaism can teach us about navigating …

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How do we best support others, and how can others best support us? Join Rabbi Emmanuel for a series exploring Jewish texts, traditions, and ideas around “chesed,” the practice of showing up for others at times of grief, illness, hardship, and struggle. An opportunity to connect with one another, we will also reflect on our …

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This five-week workshop meets Mondays, October 28 and November 4, 11, 18, and 25 from 7:00 – 8:30 pm. Additionally, attending Shabbat services on Friday, November 11 at 7:00 pm is a requirement of the course.  Rabbi Nora leads an experiential introduction to Judaism course designed for those looking to reconnect with Judaism, as well …

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This two-hour class meets Tuesdays, November 12 and 19 and December 3 and 10 from 7:00 – 9:00 pm.  This past year, so many people have had conversations they don’t necessarily feel equipped to handle or find themselves hesitant to engage, at a loss for words, or confused about what to believe. Others find themselves at …

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The diversity of the American Jewish community is one of its greatest strengths. Yet where did all the differences between Jewish denominations and communities come from? How might understanding Jewish history help us make decisions about our Jewish lives today? Join Rabbi Emmanuel for an exploration of the origins of Jewish religious movements as we …

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Learn about Judaism with in a free course over five Thursdays, starting November 14th, at 8:00 PM. Register now in order to get the zoom link! (11/14, 11/21, 12/5, 12/12, 12/19) This crash course on Judaism is designed to provide an overview of the history of Judaism, its beliefs, practices, and cultural traditions. The course …

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