Join Lions of Judah from across Greater Washington for three community conversations with leading experts on some of the most critical issues affecting our Jewish community. Exclusively for Lion of Judah members. American Jewry and Israel: Connecting in a Changing Relationship Tuesday, November 30, 2021 (virtual) | 7:30 PM Register below What is our responsibility
Celebrate the last night of Chanukah with other tweens while you complete holiday-themed missions and build a chanukiyah (candelabrum used for Chanukah) in a private Minecraft world! Lost Tribe counselors will take you on a journey you’ll never forget! This program is open to PJ Our Way tweens ages 9-12 years old. Monday, December 6th
Our Shared Shelf Season 2: National Women’s Philanthropy Monthly Book & Author Series Explore The Wagamama Bride: A Jewish Family Saga Made in Japan by Liane Grunberg Wakabayashi Even if you don't have time to read the book first...we want to see you online! Open to all female-identifying donors of The Jewish Federation of Greater
On December 14th, meet Gadeer Kamal-Mreeh, Israeli Druze politician, journalist, and the first Druze Jewish Agency shlicha (Israeli emissary). Federation CEO, Gil Preuss, will sit down with Gadeer to discuss her inspiring career as a journalist and first female Druze member of Israel’s legislature, her motivation to become an emissary in Greater Washington, and her
The Learning Cohorts are currently at capacity. Should anyone be unable to participate, we will reach out to women on the wait list. (Register for the waitlist) A four-part series from January – June 2022 From January through June 2022, the Lions of Judah will focus on creating stronger connections, furthering their understanding of the
NEXUS 2022 is an eight-session program designed to develop rising Jewish leaders in their 20s and 30s who seek to build community, explore their Jewish values and philanthropy, and gain exclusive access to Federation’s network of established community builders and resources. NEXUS participants are empowered in their efforts to better engage the Jewish community in
Our Shared Shelf Season 2: National Women’s Philanthropy Monthly Book & Author Series Explore Anna's Dance: A Balkan Odyssey by Michele Levy Even if you don't have time to read the book first...we want to see you online! Open to all female-identifying donors of The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington. Zoom link provided upon registration.
The antisemitic attack in Colleyville, Texas was a stark reminder that the Jewish community must remain vigilant and resilient. Securing our community is an essential part of Federation's work, and we are proud to do so in partnership with Secure Community Network (SCN). This Friday, January 28th, at 12 PM ET, SCN CEO, Michael Masters,
Can We Still Talk About Israel? Much like those in Israel, our American Jewish community is living in a time of complexity and amidst a diversity of opinions. Discourse around Israel has become increasingly challenging. With conflict arising from fiercely divergent viewpoints, some may wonder: can we still engage in meaningful, respectful, and productive conversation
Join the Pomegranates to make a difference for our community! Join the Pomegranates and Lions of Judah—online or in person—for Crafting for Good, a hands-on volunteer project, to craft meaningful gifts for our community. Together, we will make warm, comfy blankets for kids and adults in need with Project Linus, and reusable shopping bags with
Join us for a virtual, multi-generational event for PJ kids and their “grandfriends” to celebrate Purim! We will share stories, create costumes, and have a virtual parade! Tuesday, March 8th | 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM $8.00/screen Best for ages 2-6 and their grandfriends. Please register by Monday, February 28th to receive materials in the
Join The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington for a Ukraine Special Briefing On Tuesday, March 15th, join us for a community-wide Federation briefing on the war in Ukraine and the status of Ukraine’s Jewish community. Amira Ahronoviz, CEO and Director General of The Jewish Agency for Israel, and Ariel Zwang, CEO of JDC, will provide
Heart to Heat Mission to Israel: April 3-7, 2022 Now more than ever, we recognize and celebrate the importance of the global Jewish community. Join your Federation family in our spiritual homeland as we celebrate coming together (finally) on this life-changing journey. We know you will be thankful that you did! Register by February 7,
Join The Jewish Federation and our Greater Washington Jewish community to DO GOOD together April 3 – 10! Food insecurity across our community remains a critical issue but, together, we can help individuals and families struggling to make ends meet. This Good Deeds Week, Federation is proud to bring together 60+ community partners and thousands
Enter the world of MineCraft to celebrate Purim and Passover online with friends! Lost Tribe will guide you on missions and competitions to celebrate these holidays. Open to PJ Our Way tweens ages 9-12. 5 Mondays, March 7th–April 4th 4:30–6:00 PM *The first session will start with a required Tech Session to make sure everyone
Join Lions of Judah from across Greater Washington for three community conversations with leading experts on some of the most critical issues affecting our Jewish community. Antisemitism & Security in Today’s World Wednesday, April 27, 2022 | Featuring Meredith R. Weisel, Regional Director of the Anti-Defamation League’s Washington, DC office and former Director of Maryland
The Jewish Federations of North America will be holding two Ukraine Crisis Update webinars each week, on Mondays and Thursdays at 4:30 PM ET. If you have questions or information you’d like them to cover in these webinars, please contact [email protected].
What does it mean to truly belong in the Jewish community? The Jewish value of “B’tzelem Elohim” – that all human beings are created in God’s image – requires us to ask: what does it mean to truly belong in the Jewish community while still upholding the boundaries that define community? True community is created
Join Federation’s Community Shlichim (Israeli emissaries), Next Gen, and PJ Library for a self-guided, small-group family hike with an Israeli twist! The hike is approximately two miles long with stops at “education stations” led by our community shlichim. (The trail will be marked, and maps will be provided.) After the hike, join families from our
Join us in person for an Annual Meeting like you've never seen before! At Federation's Annual Meeting 2022, bring your dancing shoes and come together with Greater Washington's Jewish community to celebrate the Capital Chai: 18 remarkable Jewish individuals under 40 who are making the world a better place. FEATURING D’var Torah by Rabbi Lauren
The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington, Secure Community Network, and Pozez Jewish Community Center of Northern Virginia will sponsor Stop-The-Bleed™ classes. Please join us for this important, life-saving training in controlling bleeding from accidents or injuries. Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia 8900 Little River Turnpike Fairfax, VA 22031 Sunday, July 31 Session 1: 10:00 AM
Join other PJ Library families for a play date at Imagination Stage! Mr. Popper’s Penguins, based on the beloved children’s book, is a “musical play, featuring expert puppetry, depicts a wild and witty way to follow your dreams–and your convictions.” Connect with us before the show for a special gift! Best for ages 3-10. Sunday,
On August 28th, join The Jewish Federation for Jewish Community Day at Nationals Park! Gather your friends and family for a great afternoon of baseball, and cheer on the Nats alongside Jewish community members from across Greater Washington! The first 500 fans who purchase tickets will receive a Nationals-themed Jewish Community Day hat. Plus, $5
Join Federation's Network for our second annual Sushi in the Sukkah, hosted by Amy Rotenberg and featuring Michelle Kallen, Partner at Jenner & Block. Michelle is the former Solicitor General of Virginia and most recently served as Special Litigation Counsel in the US House of Representatives, representing the Select Committee to Investigate the January 6th
Join us for a FREE virtual cooking demonstration with famed chef, Michael Solomonov! James Beard Foundation Award-winning chef, Michael Solomonov, in conversation with Amy Zitelman, CEO & Co-founder of Soom Foods, will demonstrate how to cook a delicious fall meal with seasonal ingredients, perfect for the cooler days ahead. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to
The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington, Secure Community Network, and Bender Jewish Community Center will sponsor Stop-The-Bleed™ classes. Please join us for this important, life-saving training to control bleeding from accidents or injuries. Bender JCC 6125 Montrose Road Rockville, MD 20852 Sunday, October 30 Session 1: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Session 2: 1:00 PM
Join us on November 6 - 9 for an exclusive civil rights journey with Women's Philanthropy Join Federation’s Women’s Philanthropy and women from the Greater Washington Jewish community for an immersive and meaningful four-day journey to the heart of the civil rights movement. Together, we will learn about the struggle for equal rights and the
Join us to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Lion of Judah – the world’s most impactful, philanthropic Jewish women. Together we will recognize our Lions through the decades, welcome new Lions, and honor Shelly Kupfer, our community's recipient of the Kipnis-Wilson/Friedland Award, for her high standard of leadership and contributions over many years. Wednesday,
A signature program of the Edlavitch DCJCC since 1996, Everything But The Turkey (EBTT) brings together hundreds of volunteers to chop, mix, grate, and prepare thousands of servings of festive Thanksgiving dishes for people experiencing food insecurity and homelessness in the DC area in partnership with DC Central Kitchen. Sign up for a spot to make Green Beans, Kickin’
Join us for a virtual, multi-generational event for PJ kids and their "grandfriends" to celebrate the Festival of Lights with stories, a de-light-ful craft project, and lighting the menorah (candelabrum used for Chanukah). Tuesday, December 13th | 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM $8.00/screen Please register by Friday, December 7th to receive materials in the mail.
