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SUMMARY:Passover in the Park – Burke
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a relaxed outdoor celebration with your Growing Jewish Families community! Bring a picnic dinner for your family as we come together to enjoy holiday books\, a fun Passover craft\, and the joy of celebrating the season together. This is a wonderful opportunity to connect with other Jewish families and create new traditions in a fresh and memorable way. Families are asked to bring their own food and drinks. \nLocation provided with registration.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/passover-in-the-park-burke/
LOCATION:burke\, Burke
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Events & Gatherings
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia":MAILTO:shalom@jccnv.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260410T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260410T110000
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SUMMARY:Wander and Wonder: Passover – Fairfax
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a leisurely walk where families come together to connect\, explore\, and celebrate the season! As we meander\, we will discover and discuss meaningful Passover traditions\, making the journey itself a part of the holiday experience. This is a wonderful opportunity to get to know other Jewish families. \nLocation provided with registration.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/wander-and-wonder-passover-fairfax/
LOCATION:Fairfax
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Events & Gatherings
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia":MAILTO:shalom@jccnv.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260412T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260412T113000
DTSTAMP:20260406T085754
CREATED:20260311T140041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T140041Z
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SUMMARY:Good Deeds Day with Pozez JCC
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Pozez JCC’s Good Deeds Day 2026\, bringing the community together through meaningful hands-on projects. Participants of all ages (3 years and up) are invited to engage in a variety of service stations\, each offering a unique opportunity to give back while living our Jewish values. \nThis year\, choose from wrapping silverware for a homeless shelter\, making crepe paper flowers for senior neighbors\, assembling snack packs for local school children\, sorting kosher food donations for Yad Yehuda (our local kosher food bank)\, or crafting pet toys in a fun recycling project. \nWe are also collecting non-perishable food donations for Food for Others and Yad Yehuda in our lobby. Drop-off is welcome any time! If you would like to contribute to our snack pack station\, we especially welcome snack donations to be used on the day. \nWhether you participate in one station or all\, your efforts will create a real and lasting impact. Come make a difference with us! \nSuggested donation is $25 per family.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/good-deeds-day-with-pozez-jcc/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Leadership & Philanthropy
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia":MAILTO:shalom@jccnv.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260413T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260413T230000
DTSTAMP:20260406T085754
CREATED:20260319T174322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T174322Z
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SUMMARY:Little Bookworms – Fairfax
DESCRIPTION:Calling all little book lovers and the grown ups who love reading with them. Join us for cozy story times filled with delightful Jewish stories\, songs\, and moments to share together. Each gathering invites children to listen\, wonder\, and giggle\, while exploring Jewish holidays and values in a playful and welcoming way. It is a sweet chance to slow down\, enjoy a story\, and build community with other families.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/little-bookworms-fairfax-3/
LOCATION:Fairfax
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Events & Gatherings
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia":MAILTO:shalom@jccnv.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260417T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260417T110000
DTSTAMP:20260406T085754
CREATED:20260319T173314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T174726Z
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SUMMARY:Morning Mingle – Fairfax
DESCRIPTION:Start your day with good coffee and great company. Join us for a relaxed morning of breakfast bites (own tab) and meaningful conversation with friends old and new. Whether you stay for a quick cup or linger longer\, this is a welcoming space to connect\, catch up\, and begin the day together. We look forward to seeing you… and\, feel free to bring a friend! Meet-up location provided with registration.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/morning-mingle-fairfax/
LOCATION:Fairfax
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Events & Gatherings
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia":MAILTO:shalom@jccnv.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T085754
CREATED:20260323T154322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T200751Z
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SUMMARY:Taste of Israel: A Mosaic of Israeli Communities
DESCRIPTION:Step into the vibrant diversity of Israel! Explore interactive cultural stations and meet people from different Israeli communities. Enjoy authentic Israeli food\, visit the ESEK Marketplace featuring artists\, small businesses\, reservists\, and festival survivors\, and join hands-on workshops for all ages – including Krav Maga\, Israeli folk dancing\, piyyut music\, Indian Mandalas\, and a special kids’ workshop. \nLive performances\, family fun\, games\, face painting\, and more! Experience Israel as a mosaic of cultures\, flavors\, and communities. \nFood. Music. Culture. Marketplace.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/taste-of-israel-a-mosaic-of-israeli-communities/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Israel & Global Jewish Life,Israel Connections,Jewish Holidays, Rituals, and Traditions,Jewish Identity & Inclusion
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia":MAILTO:shalom@jccnv.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260420T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260420T210000
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CREATED:20260323T154443Z
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SUMMARY:Yom HaZikaron Community Event: Through the Camera
DESCRIPTION:Special Screening of “Alex’s Group” and Conversation with Director Yonatan Nir \nJoin Pozez JCC\, JCRC of Greater Washington\, and JSSA for a meaningful community gathering in honor of Yom HaZikaron – Israel’s Memorial Day for Fallen Soldiers and Victims of Terror. \nThe evening will feature a screening of the Israeli documentary “Alex’s Group\,” followed by a conversation with the film’s director\, Yonatan Nir\, together with Rabbi Rachel Hersh from JSSA. \nThe film follows eight Israelis from diverse backgrounds who participate in a year-long therapeutic photography group led by Israel Prize–winning photographer Alex Levac. Through powerful images and open conversations\, the group explores the personal and collective impact of trauma on individuals\, families\, and communities. \nWhile rooted in the Israeli experience\, the film raises universal questions about how people and societies cope with loss\, trauma\, support one another in times of hardship\, and find paths toward healing\, resilience\, and hope. \nFollowing the screening\, the director will share the story behind the film and reflect on trauma\, community\, and post-traumatic growth. \nEvent Program:\n-Opening moment in honor of Yom HaZikaron\n-Opening remarks by director Yonatan Nir\n-Screening of “Alex’s Group” (60 min)\n-Reflections on trauma\, community\, and resilience with director Yonatan Nir\, JSSA’s Rabbi Rachel Hersh\, and the audience \nThis program is free. RSVP required.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/yom-hazikaron-community-event-through-the-camera/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Crisis Response & Resilience,Israel & Global Jewish Life,Israel Connections,Leadership & Philanthropy
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia":MAILTO:shalom@jccnv.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T085754
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SUMMARY:Havdalah at the Winery – Clifton
DESCRIPTION:Mark the close of Shabbat together surrounded by good company. This is a wonderful opportunity to connect with other Jewish families in a warm and welcoming setting while enjoying everything the vineyard has to offer. Each family pays own tab. Space is limited\, please register early. \nLocation provided with registration.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/havdalah-at-the-winery-clifton/
LOCATION:clifton
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Events & Gatherings,Jewish Holidays, Rituals, and Traditions
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia":MAILTO:shalom@jccnv.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T173000
DTSTAMP:20260406T085754
CREATED:20260319T011145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T192154Z
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SUMMARY:Unveiling Her: The Complex Story of Israeli Womanhood
DESCRIPTION:Congregation Etz Hayim in Arlington\, VA\, and the Pozez JCC invite you to this Adult Education program facilitated by Northern Virginia Shlicha who will explore Israeli women through scenes from Israeli cinema and television\, highlighting diverse voices and untold stories shaped by Israel’s culture\, society\, and history. We’ll look at how Israeli women navigate family\, community\, career\, activism\, and tradition-and reflect together on the balance between personal truth and societal expectations in Israel. Open to ages 18 and up.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/unveiling-her-the-complex-story-of-israeli-womanhood/
LOCATION:Congregation Etz Hayim\, 2920 Arlington Blvd.\, Arlington\, VA\, 22204\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Israel Connections
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia":MAILTO:shalom@jccnv.org
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