Week of Events
Washington Hebrew Sukkot Open House
Washington Hebrew Sukkot Open House
Celebrate fall and all things WHC at our Sukkot Open House! Complete with fun in the sukkah for kids, etrog liquor tastings for adults, softball clinics with WHC’s championship Brotherhood softball team, food trucks, and chances to meet and connect with people from all aspects of Life@WHC — this event has something for everyone! This …
Sukkah Hop 2023
Sukkah Hop 2023
We will all meet up at the Edlavitch DCJCC after davening for communal kiddush and motzi in the DC Minyan Sukkah. Groups will depart from there, "hopping" from sukkah to sukkah, eating along the way. Sukkah themes will include Musicals, Ice Cream Bar + Cocktails, Rebbe's Tisch, Shakespeare, and more! Cost of the event is $10 …
Barbie and Banter
Barbie and Banter
Whether it is your first time or tenth time, come join us as we watch the Barbie movie in our living room! We will provide snacks and have a discussion afterwards about the movie! Pink is encouraged, but not required!
Yoga in the Park
Yoga in the Park
Elevate your well-being and embrace the serenity of nature at our Yoga in the Park event. Led by the talented Marissa Michaels, this restorative session welcomes everyone, regardless of their yoga experience. Gather with us in the heart of nature, where the gentle rustle of leaves and the soothing breeze create the perfect backdrop for your …
Unkosher Comedy Tour
Unkosher Comedy Tour
The Unkosher Stand-Up Comedy Tour is back! The best young (Jew-ish) stand up comedians in the DC area share their hilarious transgressions they are still thinking about Yom Kippur. Hosted by EntryPointDC ,the Jewish young professionals program of the Edlavitch DJCC and NOVA Tribe Series, a program for Jewish young professionals in Northern Virginia FEATURING: …
Candy Sukkah Making!
Candy Sukkah Making!
Get your sweet tooth on for this holiday season! We will be building our very own edible Sukkot. Join us for a sweet time!
Sushi and Soups in the Sukkah
Sushi and Soups in the Sukkah
Join us for our Young Professional Sukkot Party under the stars. *Enjoy delicious Sushi, Soups, Beer, Wine and more *Finest of YJP *Great food, great drinks, great company, great time! Meet and schmooze with other Young Jewish Professionals, all while fulfilling the Mitzva of eating in a Sukkah on the Holiday of Sukkot. This event …
B’nai Israel Young Adult Opening Event
B’nai Israel Young Adult Opening Event
Calling all young adults (21-35) in the Rockville area! 🌟 Join us for our Young Adults Opening Event in our Sukkah! Here's what's in store: 🍋 Learn to make Limonarak - Israel's favorite summer cocktail 🍽️ Dinner and mingling with other like-minded local young adults
Pizza in the Hut
Pizza in the Hut
Yep, you heard that right! We're giving new meaning to Pizza Hut as we enjoy a pizza dinner together in our very own sukkah! Come for a bite and join us to help decorate our sukkah for Sukkot!
Basically Jewish
Basically Jewish
This five-week workshop meets Wednesdays, October 4, 11, 18, 25 and November 1 from 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm. Additionally, Shabbat on Friday, October 13 at 7:00 pm is a requirement of the course. Rabbi Nora and Rabbi Aaron lead an experiential introduction to Judaism course designed for those looking to reconnect with Judaism, as …
Rodef 2100: S’mores in the Sukkah
Rodef 2100: S’mores in the Sukkah
Join Temple Rodef Shalom's 20s and 30s to celebrate Sukkot under the sukkah and roast some marshmallows! Meet at Temple Rodef Shalom under the sukkah out front and enjoy the crisp fall air and the starry sky as we catch up while enjoying some sweet treats. S'mores fixin's will be provided.
TEM Friday Night Service and Dinner
TEM Friday Night Service and Dinner
Come welcome Shabbat with the TEM at a spirited, traditional Friday night davening. Kabbalat Shabbat and Maariv are followed by a register-in-advance dinner. Bring your own kosher wine and corkscrew. Singles, families, teens and empty nesters are all welcome.
Simchat Torah Shabbat @ WHC
Simchat Torah Shabbat @ WHC
Join us for a Shot of Torah or good food and good company at 6:30 pm, a Shabbat service in which we celebrate the ending and beginning anew of our annual cycle for reading the Torah at 7:00 pm, and stay after for dinner with 2239 or dancing and dessert with the broader WHC community. …
Your Bubbe’s Shabbat
Your Bubbe’s Shabbat
We try to keep you all on your toes with exotic themes every month, but this time, we’re keeping it classic. When you walk into our home, the smell of Matzo ball soup will hit like a giant Shabbat wave! We’re so excited to see you all at our home for a great Shabbat with …
** Canceled ** Dancin’ In the Street: A Simchat Torah Celebration
** Canceled ** Dancin’ In the Street: A Simchat Torah Celebration
** This event has been canceled ** Simchat Torah, which means “Rejoicing in Torah,” is the day when we gather together to celebrate the Torah and renew ourselves as we begin the cycle of reading from Genesis once again. We’re shutting down I Street for our signature Simchat Torah celebration. Let loose and dance like …
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Simchat Torah Happy Hour
Simchat Torah Happy Hour
Are a Jewish Young Professional living in Northern Virginia? Join the kickoff event on Simchat Torah (Sat, Oct 7) with new + old friends, laughter and dancing! Open bar, meat station, and more! Text to RSVP your drinks : 703-973-4218
Oktoberfest
Oktoberfest
Get ready to dive into the hoppy extravaganza of our Oktoberfest celebration! We're rolling out the barrels and raising a toast to the golden nectar of life – beer, glorious beer! At this frothy fest, you'll have the chance to explore a variety of beer styles, from crisp lagers to bold ales, all while immersing …
From Dancing to Mourning
From Dancing to Mourning
“Gone is the joy of our hearts; Our dancing is turned into mourning.” (Eicha/Lamentations 5:15) Tonight, we were supposed to transition into the holiday of Simchat Torah, defined by joyous dancing and singing. That joy is tempered this year. As many of you have likely heard by now, this Shabbat morning, Hamas militants attacked communities across …
Israel at War: Communal Moment of Prayer, Briefing, and Call to Action
Israel at War: Communal Moment of Prayer, Briefing, and Call to Action
This is a virtual event hosted by Jewish Community Relations Council. You can register here.