ConnectJew is in beta and under active development. Learn more here.

Introduction to Judaism: Winter/Spring 2025

Rodef Shalom 2100 Westmoreland St, Falls Curch, United States

Do you want to learn about Judaism or increase your Jewish knowledge? Then the Introduction to Judaism course is for you. This course is perfect for interfaith couples, those raising Jewish children, spiritual seekers, individuals considering conversion, and Jews who want a meaningful adult Jewish learning experience. This 18-week course will give you a solid …

Introduction to Judaism: Winter/Spring 2025 Read More »

$360

Kugel Bake Off!

Moishe House Columbia Heights

SUNDAY SUNDAY SUNDAY! Get ready for the ultimate culinary showdown! Join us on Sunday, February 16 at 4:00 PM, at MoHo CoHi for the most intense kugel competition of the year, as the Big 4 DMV Moishe Houses—Arlington, Columbia Heights, Bethesda, and Georgetown—go head to head to head to head in the battle for kugel …

Kugel Bake Off! Read More »

*Rescheduled* Ice Skating

Washington Harbor Ice Rink 3050 K St NW, Washington, United States

Slide, glide, and twirl your way into an epic night of frosty fun! Whether a seasoned skating pro or clutching the wall for balance, we invite you to bust out your best moves (or your best falls) as we ice skate at Georgetown’s beautiful waterfront ice rink.

Tu Bishvat Seder Extravaganza

Join Moishe House Arlington and the Den Collective's Rabbi Emmanuel Cantor for a special celebration in honor of the holiday of Tu BiShvat, or “new year for trees.” Like Passover, Tu BiShvat is celebrated with a Seder featuring special foods, storytelling, reflective discussion, singing, and four symbolic cups of grape juice or wine. In this …

Tu Bishvat Seder Extravaganza Read More »

Besters Present: A Conversation with Rep. Jamie Raskin

Virtual

Four weeks after the inauguration of our next President, we are fortunate to have Rep. Jamie Raskin, who has become the new Ranking Member on the House Judiciary Committee, join us for a discussion of recent and future events in Congress and the country. Rabbi Shankman will host. This will be a freewheeling, unstructured conversation …

Besters Present: A Conversation with Rep. Jamie Raskin Read More »

500 Days: A National Prayer for the Return of All Hostages

Washington Hebrew Congregation 3935 Macomb Street NW, Washington, DC, United States +1 more

We gather as a community to mark 500 heartbreaking days since hostages were taken in Israel. Their families and loved ones have endured unimaginable pain, clinging to hope amidst uncertainty. This solemn occasion calls us to unite in solidarity, compassion, prayer, and action. Together, we will honor the resilience of those still held captive, uplift …

500 Days: A National Prayer for the Return of All Hostages Read More »

What It Takes: Jewish Weddings

Sixth & I 600 I St NW, Washington, DC, United States

It’s wedding season, and whether you’re breaking the glass, officiating a friend’s Jewish wedding, or just want to impress during the hora, Rabbi Aaron has you covered. He’ll walk you through the structure of a Jewish wedding, from chuppahs to ketubahs, offering tips for how couples, officiants, and guests can make the most of the big day. He’ll also share some Jewish wisdom around …

What It Takes: Jewish Weddings Read More »

$18

Comics, Comedy and Cocktails

Pozez Jewish Community Center of Northern Virginia 8900 Little River Turnpike, Fairfax, Virginia, United States

Session 2: The Adaptation Game: How Jewish identity is portrayed in Comic Book Adaptations Join us for an engaging evening of drinks, jokes and comics. Between giants of the comic book industry like Jack Kirby and Joe Simon, or Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster, there are also Jewish characters like Ben Grimm and Magneto. How …

Comics, Comedy and Cocktails Read More »

$25 – $40
Event Series Basically Jewish

Basically Jewish

Sixth & I 600 I St NW, Washington, DC, United States

This five-week workshop meets Wednesdays, January 29, February 5, 19, and 26, and March 5 from 7:00 – 8:30 pm. Additionally, attending Shabbat services on Friday, February 21 at 7:00 pm is a requirement of the course.   This experiential introduction to Judaism course is designed for those looking to reconnect with Judaism, as well as …

Basically Jewish Read More »

Geraldine Brooks In Conversation with Kara Swisher

Sixth & I 600 I St NW, Washington, DC, United States

After spending their early years together in conflict zones as foreign correspondents, Geraldine Brooks and Tony Horwitz settled down to raise two boys on Martha’s Vineyard. The life they built over more than three decades was one of meaningful work, good humor, and tenderness. But that ended abruptly when Horwitz died on a sidewalk in …

Geraldine Brooks In Conversation with Kara Swisher Read More »

$12 – $150
Scroll to Top