9:45 am - 11:45 am Event Series Bereavement Support Group January 26 @ 9:45 am - 11:45 am Event Series Bereavement Support Group In moments of profound loss, the journey through grief can feel isolating, overwhelming, and deeply personal. At Washington Hebrew Congregation, we recognize the vital importance of communal support in navigating these difficult times. That's why we are proud to introduce our reimagined Bereavement Support Group — a sanctuary where congregants can gather to share, learn, ... Learn More
Featured 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Rescheduled! MLK SunDAY of Service Featured January 26 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Rescheduled! MLK SunDAY of Service It's our annual MLK Day of Service, your chance to work side-by-side with our interfaith partners and provide much-needed items to folks across the DMV! Learn More
4:30 pm - 7:00 pm Besters Italian Dinner January 26 @ 4:30 pm - 7:00 pm Besters Italian Dinner We'll eat, drink, kibbitz, and enjoy beautiful music provided by our very own Cantor Suzanne Hamstra. Cantor Hamstra’s original training was in classical voice performance so you’ll hear a little opera, eat some white pizza, and maybe…just maybe…have a chance to sing along with her! Learn More
10:00 am - 11:00 am Event Series FIT4MOM Stroller Strides January 27 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Event Series FIT4MOM Stroller Strides Stroller Strides® is FIT4MOM DC’s all-levels total-body conditioning workout designed for caregivers with kids in tow. Each 60-minute workout consists of strength training, cardio, and core restoration, all while entertaining the little ones with songs, activities, and fun! Your instructor is trained to meet you where you are mentally and physically and create space for ... Learn More
10:00 am - 11:00 am Event Series Conversational Hebrew (Winter 2025) January 27 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Event Series Conversational Hebrew (Winter 2025) Learning to speak a new language as an adult can be daunting. We offer an innovative method that emphasizes conversation over decoding, and you’ll find yourself speaking Hebrew in the very first class. You don’t need to read Hebrew, or even know the aleph-bet. For the Winter 2025 semester, our Conversational Hebrew classes will be offered ... Learn More
11:30 am - 12:30 pm Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults (Winter 2025) January 27 @ 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults (Winter 2025) If you would like to be able to read our prayers in Hebrew instead of relying on transliteration or keep up with what your kids (or grandkids) are learning in Religious School, this course is for you. For our Winter 2025 semester of Hebrew Reading, classes will be offered at the following times: Mondays at ... Learn More
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Event Series Conversational Hebrew (Winter 2025) January 27 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Event Series Conversational Hebrew (Winter 2025) Learning to speak a new language as an adult can be daunting. We offer an innovative method that emphasizes conversation over decoding, and you’ll find yourself speaking Hebrew in the very first class. You don’t need to read Hebrew, or even know the aleph-bet. For the Winter 2025 semester, our Conversational Hebrew classes will be offered ... Learn More
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Event Series Conversational Hebrew (Winter 2025) January 27 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Event Series Conversational Hebrew (Winter 2025) Learning to speak a new language as an adult can be daunting. We offer an innovative method that emphasizes conversation over decoding, and you’ll find yourself speaking Hebrew in the very first class. You don’t need to read Hebrew, or even know the aleph-bet. For the Winter 2025 semester, our Conversational Hebrew classes will be offered ... Learn More
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm International Holocaust Remembrance Day Event January 27 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm International Holocaust Remembrance Day Event On International Holocaust Remembrance Day, WHC is partnering with 3GDC to honor and pay tribute to those killed more than 80 years ago. 3GDC empowers third-generation survivors in our nation’s capital and the greater Washington region by creating space to share their common experience and elevating the voice of a unique constituency. Learn More
7:30 pm - 8:30 pm Event Series Pregnancy Group (Winter 2025) January 27 @ 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm Event Series Pregnancy Group (Winter 2025) Join Rabbi Fischel for conversations about the wonders, awe, frustrations, and ridiculousness of pregnancy. Our discussions will be framed in a Jewish light, and our focus will be on building a community of soon-to-be moms who can depend on each other for years to come. Half of our sessions are over Zoom--who wants to leave their ... Learn More
10:00 am - 11:00 am Event Series Conversational Hebrew (Winter 2025) January 28 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Event Series Conversational Hebrew (Winter 2025) Learning to speak a new language as an adult can be daunting. We offer an innovative method that emphasizes conversation over decoding, and you’ll find yourself speaking Hebrew in the very first class. You don’t need to read Hebrew, or even know the aleph-bet. For the Winter 2025 semester, our Conversational Hebrew classes will be offered ... Learn More
11:30 am - 12:30 pm Event Series Conversational Hebrew (Winter 2025) January 28 @ 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Event Series Conversational Hebrew (Winter 2025) Learning to speak a new language as an adult can be daunting. We offer an innovative method that emphasizes conversation over decoding, and you’ll find yourself speaking Hebrew in the very first class. You don’t need to read Hebrew, or even know the aleph-bet. For the Winter 2025 semester, our Conversational Hebrew classes will be offered ... Learn More
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults (Winter 2025) January 28 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults (Winter 2025) If you would like to be able to read our prayers in Hebrew instead of relying on transliteration or keep up with what your kids (or grandkids) are learning in Religious School, this course is for you. For our Winter 2025 semester of Hebrew Reading, classes will be offered at the following times: Mondays at ... Learn More
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults (Winter 2025) January 28 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults (Winter 2025) If you would like to be able to read our prayers in Hebrew instead of relying on transliteration or keep up with what your kids (or grandkids) are learning in Religious School, this course is for you. For our Winter 2025 semester of Hebrew Reading, classes will be offered at the following times: Mondays at ... Learn More
9:30 am - 10:30 am Event Series Caregiver-Child Play Dates January 29 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am Event Series Caregiver-Child Play Dates Children and caregivers connect and grow through interactive play, movement, songs, and games! Little ones explore emotions, practice sharing, develop empathy skills, build frustration tolerance, and cultivate resilience. Caregivers learn strategies for connection and co-regulation with their little ones, fostering a strong bond and supportive environment for social-emotional learning while creating cherished memories and building essential skills ... Learn More
10:00 am - 11:00 am Event Series Conversational Hebrew (Winter 2025) January 29 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Event Series Conversational Hebrew (Winter 2025) Learning to speak a new language as an adult can be daunting. We offer an innovative method that emphasizes conversation over decoding, and you’ll find yourself speaking Hebrew in the very first class. You don’t need to read Hebrew, or even know the aleph-bet. For the Winter 2025 semester, our Conversational Hebrew classes will be offered ... Learn More
11:00 am - 12:30 pm Event Series New Moms Group (Winter 2025) January 29 @ 11:00 am - 12:30 pm Event Series New Moms Group (Winter 2025) Having a new baby is an incredible miracle and simcha (joy!)…and it brings with it big changes and challenges! Join Stephanie Tankel, WHC’s Director of Lifelong Learning, for an opportunity to build community with other moms as you share, vent, celebrate, and more. Each week includes a chance to check in through the lens of ... Learn More
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Event Series Wednesday Study Group (Winter 2025) January 29 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Event Series Wednesday Study Group (Winter 2025) Tests of faith. Dramatic family dynamics. Mindfulness inspiration. Moral choices. All of this and more is couched in 19 verses in Genesis known as the Akeda, or the Binding of the Isaac. This 6-week session will take an in-depth look at this text, parsing key words and exploring iconic commentary, to discover why this passage ... Learn More
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults (Winter 2025) January 29 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults (Winter 2025) If you would like to be able to read our prayers in Hebrew instead of relying on transliteration or keep up with what your kids (or grandkids) are learning in Religious School, this course is for you. For our Winter 2025 semester of Hebrew Reading, classes will be offered at the following times: Mondays at ... Learn More
10:00 am - 11:00 am Event Series Conversational Hebrew (Winter 2025) January 30 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Event Series Conversational Hebrew (Winter 2025) Learning to speak a new language as an adult can be daunting. We offer an innovative method that emphasizes conversation over decoding, and you’ll find yourself speaking Hebrew in the very first class. You don’t need to read Hebrew, or even know the aleph-bet. For the Winter 2025 semester, our Conversational Hebrew classes will be offered ... Learn More
11:30 am - 12:30 pm Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults (Winter 2025) January 30 @ 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults (Winter 2025) If you would like to be able to read our prayers in Hebrew instead of relying on transliteration or keep up with what your kids (or grandkids) are learning in Religious School, this course is for you. For our Winter 2025 semester of Hebrew Reading, classes will be offered at the following times: Mondays at ... Learn More
3:30 pm - 6:00 pm Event Series WHC in the DMV: Dinner for Children’s Inn at NIH January 30 @ 3:30 pm - 6:00 pm Event Series WHC in the DMV: Dinner for Children’s Inn at NIH Volunteer with us as we help feed families at the NIH Children’s Inn, where families stay when children receive experimental treatment on campus. Learn More
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults (Winter 2025) January 30 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults (Winter 2025) If you would like to be able to read our prayers in Hebrew instead of relying on transliteration or keep up with what your kids (or grandkids) are learning in Religious School, this course is for you. For our Winter 2025 semester of Hebrew Reading, classes will be offered at the following times: Mondays at ... Learn More
11:00 am - 4:00 pm Event Series Mah Jongg with WWHC January 31 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Event Series Mah Jongg with WWHC Join the Women of WHC for a weekly game of Mah Jongg on Fridays at the Julia Bindeman Suburban Center. Everyone is welcome to try it out! You must become a WWHC member to play on an ongoing basis. For any questions or to confirm the time of this week’s game, please contact Hillary Blackton at hillary@divinelifeyoga.com $5 ... Learn More
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm Event Series Shabbat@WHC January 31 @ 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm Event Series Shabbat@WHC We invite you to end your week and welcome Shabbat with us! Our clergy and community look forward to seeing you in person or via livestream. Learn More
2025-02-01 WHC Collects: Furnish Hope DC WHC Collects: Furnish Hope DC February 1 - February 28 WHC Collects: Furnish Hope DC WHC Collects is working with Furnish Hope DC in February to gather cleaning supplies for residents of Ward 7 & 8 who are transitioning out of homelessness, escaping domestic violence, or just living without basic necessities. You can order directly from our Amazon Wish List, or bring the items directly to Temple or JBSC by ... Learn More
8:30 am - 10:00 am Event Series Early Torah Study February 1 @ 8:30 am - 10:00 am Event Series Early Torah Study Every Shabbat morning, we begin the day with an informal group at Temple to study parashat hashavua, the weekly Torah portion, in English. Learn More
10:30 am - 12:00 pm Event Series Shabbat Morning Worship February 1 @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Event Series Shabbat Morning Worship Our Shabbat morning service, led by our rabbis and cantors, often includes the b’nei mitzvah of one of our teens as well as the traditional elements of a Shabbat morning service Learn More
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Event Series WHC Connections: Haftarah Study Group February 1 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Event Series WHC Connections: Haftarah Study Group This informal, lay-led group gets together to discuss the Haftarah for that week. Starting with a read-through in English, the group shares questions, answers, and opinions. Learn More
12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Event Series WHC Simcha Fair February 2 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Event Series WHC Simcha Fair These fairs feature many of the area’s best vendors for your party, luncheon, dinner, or any other celebratory events. Learn More
4:30 pm - 7:00 pm Besters Dinner & Movie Night: “Maktub” February 2 @ 4:30 pm - 7:00 pm Besters Dinner & Movie Night: “Maktub” Please join us for deli, dessert, and a great movie. Maktub is a hilarious gangster tale…the biggest Israeli blockbuster since 1986. Learn More
9:00 am - 10:30 am Event Series Pregnancy Group (Winter 2025) February 3 @ 9:00 am - 10:30 am Event Series Pregnancy Group (Winter 2025) Join Rabbi Fischel for conversations about the wonders, awe, frustrations, and ridiculousness of pregnancy. Our discussions will be framed in a Jewish light, and our focus will be on building a community of soon-to-be moms who can depend on each other for years to come. Half of our sessions are over Zoom--who wants to leave their ... Learn More
10:00 am - 11:00 am Event Series FIT4MOM Stroller Strides February 3 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Event Series FIT4MOM Stroller Strides Stroller Strides® is FIT4MOM DC’s all-levels total-body conditioning workout designed for caregivers with kids in tow. Each 60-minute workout consists of strength training, cardio, and core restoration, all while entertaining the little ones with songs, activities, and fun! Your instructor is trained to meet you where you are mentally and physically and create space for ... Learn More
10:00 am - 11:00 am Event Series Conversational Hebrew (Winter 2025) February 3 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Event Series Conversational Hebrew (Winter 2025) Learning to speak a new language as an adult can be daunting. We offer an innovative method that emphasizes conversation over decoding, and you’ll find yourself speaking Hebrew in the very first class. You don’t need to read Hebrew, or even know the aleph-bet. For the Winter 2025 semester, our Conversational Hebrew classes will be offered ... Learn More
11:30 am - 12:30 pm Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults (Winter 2025) February 3 @ 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults (Winter 2025) If you would like to be able to read our prayers in Hebrew instead of relying on transliteration or keep up with what your kids (or grandkids) are learning in Religious School, this course is for you. For our Winter 2025 semester of Hebrew Reading, classes will be offered at the following times: Mondays at ... Learn More
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Event Series Conversational Hebrew (Winter 2025) February 3 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Event Series Conversational Hebrew (Winter 2025) Learning to speak a new language as an adult can be daunting. We offer an innovative method that emphasizes conversation over decoding, and you’ll find yourself speaking Hebrew in the very first class. You don’t need to read Hebrew, or even know the aleph-bet. For the Winter 2025 semester, our Conversational Hebrew classes will be offered ... Learn More
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Event Series Conversational Hebrew (Winter 2025) February 3 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Event Series Conversational Hebrew (Winter 2025) Learning to speak a new language as an adult can be daunting. We offer an innovative method that emphasizes conversation over decoding, and you’ll find yourself speaking Hebrew in the very first class. You don’t need to read Hebrew, or even know the aleph-bet. For the Winter 2025 semester, our Conversational Hebrew classes will be offered ... Learn More
10:00 am - 11:00 am Event Series Conversational Hebrew (Winter 2025) February 4 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Event Series Conversational Hebrew (Winter 2025) Learning to speak a new language as an adult can be daunting. We offer an innovative method that emphasizes conversation over decoding, and you’ll find yourself speaking Hebrew in the very first class. You don’t need to read Hebrew, or even know the aleph-bet. For the Winter 2025 semester, our Conversational Hebrew classes will be offered ... Learn More
11:30 am - 12:30 pm Event Series Conversational Hebrew (Winter 2025) February 4 @ 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Event Series Conversational Hebrew (Winter 2025) Learning to speak a new language as an adult can be daunting. We offer an innovative method that emphasizes conversation over decoding, and you’ll find yourself speaking Hebrew in the very first class. You don’t need to read Hebrew, or even know the aleph-bet. For the Winter 2025 semester, our Conversational Hebrew classes will be offered ... Learn More
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults (Winter 2025) February 4 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults (Winter 2025) If you would like to be able to read our prayers in Hebrew instead of relying on transliteration or keep up with what your kids (or grandkids) are learning in Religious School, this course is for you. For our Winter 2025 semester of Hebrew Reading, classes will be offered at the following times: Mondays at ... Learn More
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults (Winter 2025) February 4 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults (Winter 2025) If you would like to be able to read our prayers in Hebrew instead of relying on transliteration or keep up with what your kids (or grandkids) are learning in Religious School, this course is for you. For our Winter 2025 semester of Hebrew Reading, classes will be offered at the following times: Mondays at ... Learn More
10:00 am - 11:00 am Event Series Conversational Hebrew (Winter 2025) February 5 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Event Series Conversational Hebrew (Winter 2025) Learning to speak a new language as an adult can be daunting. We offer an innovative method that emphasizes conversation over decoding, and you’ll find yourself speaking Hebrew in the very first class. You don’t need to read Hebrew, or even know the aleph-bet. For the Winter 2025 semester, our Conversational Hebrew classes will be offered ... Learn More
11:00 am - 12:30 pm Event Series New Moms Group (Winter 2025) February 5 @ 11:00 am - 12:30 pm Event Series New Moms Group (Winter 2025) Having a new baby is an incredible miracle and simcha (joy!)…and it brings with it big changes and challenges! Join Stephanie Tankel, WHC’s Director of Lifelong Learning, for an opportunity to build community with other moms as you share, vent, celebrate, and more. Each week includes a chance to check in through the lens of ... Learn More
Featured 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Women of WHC’s Literary Club Presents: Jonathan Santlofer Featured February 5 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Women of WHC’s Literary Club Presents: Jonathan Santlofer About the Book: From the author of the much-praised The Last Mona Lisa comes another thrilling story of masterpieces, masterminds, and mystery. For years, there have been whispers that, before his death, Van Gogh completed a final self-portrait. Curators and art historians have savored this rumor, hoping it could illuminate some of the troubled artist's many secrets, ... Learn More
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Event Series Wednesday Study Group (Winter 2025) February 5 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Event Series Wednesday Study Group (Winter 2025) Tests of faith. Dramatic family dynamics. Mindfulness inspiration. Moral choices. All of this and more is couched in 19 verses in Genesis known as the Akeda, or the Binding of the Isaac. This 6-week session will take an in-depth look at this text, parsing key words and exploring iconic commentary, to discover why this passage ... Learn More
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults (Winter 2025) February 5 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults (Winter 2025) If you would like to be able to read our prayers in Hebrew instead of relying on transliteration or keep up with what your kids (or grandkids) are learning in Religious School, this course is for you. For our Winter 2025 semester of Hebrew Reading, classes will be offered at the following times: Mondays at ... Learn More
10:00 am - 11:00 am Event Series Conversational Hebrew (Winter 2025) February 6 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Event Series Conversational Hebrew (Winter 2025) Learning to speak a new language as an adult can be daunting. We offer an innovative method that emphasizes conversation over decoding, and you’ll find yourself speaking Hebrew in the very first class. You don’t need to read Hebrew, or even know the aleph-bet. For the Winter 2025 semester, our Conversational Hebrew classes will be offered ... Learn More
11:30 am - 12:30 pm Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults (Winter 2025) February 6 @ 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults (Winter 2025) If you would like to be able to read our prayers in Hebrew instead of relying on transliteration or keep up with what your kids (or grandkids) are learning in Religious School, this course is for you. For our Winter 2025 semester of Hebrew Reading, classes will be offered at the following times: Mondays at ... Learn More
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults (Winter 2025) February 6 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults (Winter 2025) If you would like to be able to read our prayers in Hebrew instead of relying on transliteration or keep up with what your kids (or grandkids) are learning in Religious School, this course is for you. For our Winter 2025 semester of Hebrew Reading, classes will be offered at the following times: Mondays at ... Learn More
9:00 am - 11:30 am Event Series WHC in the DMV: Food & Friends February 7 @ 9:00 am - 11:30 am Event Series WHC in the DMV: Food & Friends Join other WHC members volunteering to pack meals with Food & Friends, the only community-based organization in the D.C. region providing home-delivered medically tailored meals, medically tailored groceries and medical nutrition therapy to our neighbors living with cancer, HIV/AIDS, and other serious illnesses. Learn More
11:00 am - 4:00 pm Event Series Mah Jongg with WWHC February 7 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Event Series Mah Jongg with WWHC Join the Women of WHC for a weekly game of Mah Jongg on Fridays at the Julia Bindeman Suburban Center. Everyone is welcome to try it out! You must become a WWHC member to play on an ongoing basis. For any questions or to confirm the time of this week’s game, please contact Hillary Blackton at hillary@divinelifeyoga.com $5 ... Learn More
5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Event Series Tot Shabbat & Family Dinner February 7 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Event Series Tot Shabbat & Family Dinner Friday night services are a fun, fulfilling event for families with young children (or grandchildren). Held twice each month (once at each of our locations), these evenings begin with an engaging, interactive Tot Shabbat service, which lasts about a half-hour and teaches Jewish prayers, traditions, and rituals through songs, stories, and art projects. Following the ... Learn More
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Event Series Shabbat@WHC Featuring Metro Minyan February 7 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Event Series Shabbat@WHC Featuring Metro Minyan REMINDER: Everything starts 30 minutes later than usual this week We invite you to end your week and welcome Shabbat with us! At 6:30 pm and again after the service: Have something to eat (to tide you over or as your dinner), a drink (we offer a full bar, plus non-alcoholic options), and connect with ... Learn More
8:30 am - 10:00 am Event Series Early Torah Study February 8 @ 8:30 am - 10:00 am Event Series Early Torah Study Every Shabbat morning, we begin the day with an informal group at Temple to study parashat hashavua, the weekly Torah portion, in English. Learn More
10:30 am - 12:00 pm Event Series Shabbat Morning Worship February 8 @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Event Series Shabbat Morning Worship Our Shabbat morning service, led by our rabbis and cantors, often includes the b’nei mitzvah of one of our teens as well as the traditional elements of a Shabbat morning service Learn More
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Event Series WHC Connections: Haftarah Study Group February 8 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Event Series WHC Connections: Haftarah Study Group This informal, lay-led group gets together to discuss the Haftarah for that week. Starting with a read-through in English, the group shares questions, answers, and opinions. Learn More
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm WHECTY Clash of the Classes February 8 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm WHECTY Clash of the Classes Ready to get your competitive juices flowing? It's time for WHECTY's annual Clash of the Classes event! ALL 8th-12th graders are invited to join us at Zavazone in Rockville (40B Southlawn Ct, Rockville, MD 20850) on Saturday, February 8 from 6-8 pm for a team-building, friendly competition. Dinner will be provided and we will end ... Learn More
9:45 am - 11:45 am Event Series Bereavement Support Group February 9 @ 9:45 am - 11:45 am Event Series Bereavement Support Group In moments of profound loss, the journey through grief can feel isolating, overwhelming, and deeply personal. At Washington Hebrew Congregation, we recognize the vital importance of communal support in navigating these difficult times. That's why we are proud to introduce our reimagined Bereavement Support Group — a sanctuary where congregants can gather to share, learn, ... Learn More
12:00 pm - 3:00 pm Hunger Project with Women of WHC February 9 @ 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm Hunger Project with Women of WHC Join the Women of WHC for a special Hunger Project. The food packing event will take place from 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm. Prior to the packing, the Women of WHC will host a bagel brunch. Both parts of the program are free. Bring your children and grandchildren; the program is open to volunteers ages ... Learn More
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm Event Series WHC In the DMV: Bingo With Seniors February 9 @ 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm Event Series WHC In the DMV: Bingo With Seniors BINGO - That's the name of the game, as our volunteers will spend a couple of hours at the Charles E. Smith Life Communities on the second Sunday of most months, volunteering to play bingo with some of our Jewish seniors (what a mitzvah!) Learn More
10:00 am - 11:00 am Event Series Conversational Hebrew (Winter 2025) February 10 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Event Series Conversational Hebrew (Winter 2025) Learning to speak a new language as an adult can be daunting. We offer an innovative method that emphasizes conversation over decoding, and you’ll find yourself speaking Hebrew in the very first class. You don’t need to read Hebrew, or even know the aleph-bet. For the Winter 2025 semester, our Conversational Hebrew classes will be offered ... Learn More
10:00 am - 11:00 am Event Series FIT4MOM Stroller Strides February 10 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Event Series FIT4MOM Stroller Strides Stroller Strides® is FIT4MOM DC’s all-levels total-body conditioning workout designed for caregivers with kids in tow. Each 60-minute workout consists of strength training, cardio, and core restoration, all while entertaining the little ones with songs, activities, and fun! Your instructor is trained to meet you where you are mentally and physically and create space for ... Learn More
11:15 am - 1:30 pm “Kinda Pregnant” Watch Party February 10 @ 11:15 am - 1:30 pm “Kinda Pregnant” Watch Party Join us for a screening of Kinda Pregnant, a hilariously offbeat Netflix comedy starring Amy Schumer. When Lainy's best friend gets pregnant, she suddenly finds herself feeling left out — so she does the only logical thing: straps on a fake baby bump. But just as she’s settling into her new faux-mom identity, she meets the perfect guy, and things get really complicated. Learn More
11:30 am - 12:30 pm Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults (Winter 2025) February 10 @ 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults (Winter 2025) If you would like to be able to read our prayers in Hebrew instead of relying on transliteration or keep up with what your kids (or grandkids) are learning in Religious School, this course is for you. For our Winter 2025 semester of Hebrew Reading, classes will be offered at the following times: Mondays at ... Learn More
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Event Series Conversational Hebrew (Winter 2025) February 10 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Event Series Conversational Hebrew (Winter 2025) Learning to speak a new language as an adult can be daunting. We offer an innovative method that emphasizes conversation over decoding, and you’ll find yourself speaking Hebrew in the very first class. You don’t need to read Hebrew, or even know the aleph-bet. For the Winter 2025 semester, our Conversational Hebrew classes will be offered ... Learn More
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Event Series Conversational Hebrew (Winter 2025) February 10 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Event Series Conversational Hebrew (Winter 2025) Learning to speak a new language as an adult can be daunting. We offer an innovative method that emphasizes conversation over decoding, and you’ll find yourself speaking Hebrew in the very first class. You don’t need to read Hebrew, or even know the aleph-bet. For the Winter 2025 semester, our Conversational Hebrew classes will be offered ... Learn More
10:00 am - 11:00 am Event Series Conversational Hebrew (Winter 2025) February 11 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Event Series Conversational Hebrew (Winter 2025) Learning to speak a new language as an adult can be daunting. We offer an innovative method that emphasizes conversation over decoding, and you’ll find yourself speaking Hebrew in the very first class. You don’t need to read Hebrew, or even know the aleph-bet. For the Winter 2025 semester, our Conversational Hebrew classes will be offered ... Learn More
11:30 am - 12:30 pm Event Series Conversational Hebrew (Winter 2025) February 11 @ 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Event Series Conversational Hebrew (Winter 2025) Learning to speak a new language as an adult can be daunting. We offer an innovative method that emphasizes conversation over decoding, and you’ll find yourself speaking Hebrew in the very first class. You don’t need to read Hebrew, or even know the aleph-bet. For the Winter 2025 semester, our Conversational Hebrew classes will be offered ... Learn More
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults (Winter 2025) February 11 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults (Winter 2025) If you would like to be able to read our prayers in Hebrew instead of relying on transliteration or keep up with what your kids (or grandkids) are learning in Religious School, this course is for you. For our Winter 2025 semester of Hebrew Reading, classes will be offered at the following times: Mondays at ... Learn More
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults (Winter 2025) February 11 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults (Winter 2025) If you would like to be able to read our prayers in Hebrew instead of relying on transliteration or keep up with what your kids (or grandkids) are learning in Religious School, this course is for you. For our Winter 2025 semester of Hebrew Reading, classes will be offered at the following times: Mondays at ... Learn More
Featured 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Mom’s Night Out Featured February 12 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Mom’s Night Out Moms — Leave the kids home, bring a friend, and spend a great night shopping, sipping, and socializing with us at Cabin John Village's amazing new boutiques! Learn More
9:30 am - 10:30 am Event Series Caregiver-Child Play Dates February 12 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am Event Series Caregiver-Child Play Dates Children and caregivers connect and grow through interactive play, movement, songs, and games! Little ones explore emotions, practice sharing, develop empathy skills, build frustration tolerance, and cultivate resilience. Caregivers learn strategies for connection and co-regulation with their little ones, fostering a strong bond and supportive environment for social-emotional learning while creating cherished memories and building essential skills together! Learn More
10:00 am - 11:00 am Event Series Conversational Hebrew (Winter 2025) February 12 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Event Series Conversational Hebrew (Winter 2025) Learning to speak a new language as an adult can be daunting. We offer an innovative method that emphasizes conversation over decoding, and you’ll find yourself speaking Hebrew in the very first class. You don’t need to read Hebrew, or even know the aleph-bet. For the Winter 2025 semester, our Conversational Hebrew classes will be offered ... Learn More
11:00 am - 12:30 pm Event Series New Moms Group (Winter 2025) February 12 @ 11:00 am - 12:30 pm Event Series New Moms Group (Winter 2025) Having a new baby is an incredible miracle and simcha (joy!)…and it brings with it big changes and challenges! Join Stephanie Tankel, WHC’s Director of Lifelong Learning, for an opportunity to build community with other moms as you share, vent, celebrate, and more. Each week includes a chance to check in through the lens of ... Learn More
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Event Series Wednesday Study Group (Winter 2025) February 12 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Event Series Wednesday Study Group (Winter 2025) Tests of faith. Dramatic family dynamics. Mindfulness inspiration. Moral choices. All of this and more is couched in 19 verses in Genesis known as the Akeda, or the Binding of the Isaac. This 6-week session will take an in-depth look at this text, parsing key words and exploring iconic commentary, to discover why this passage ... Learn More
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Event Series Community Issues/Social Action (CISA) Meeting February 12 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Event Series Community Issues/Social Action (CISA) Meeting Whether you are looking for stimulating discussion or direct involvement in projects and activities, we hope you will join us. Members of the committee are the Temple’s liaisons with community religious and social service organizations. We plan and run several major annual congregational events, including Martin Luther King Jr. Shabbat and Day of Service and ... Learn More
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults (Winter 2025) February 12 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults (Winter 2025) If you would like to be able to read our prayers in Hebrew instead of relying on transliteration or keep up with what your kids (or grandkids) are learning in Religious School, this course is for you. For our Winter 2025 semester of Hebrew Reading, classes will be offered at the following times: Mondays at ... Learn More
10:00 am - 11:00 am Event Series Conversational Hebrew (Winter 2025) February 13 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Event Series Conversational Hebrew (Winter 2025) Learning to speak a new language as an adult can be daunting. We offer an innovative method that emphasizes conversation over decoding, and you’ll find yourself speaking Hebrew in the very first class. You don’t need to read Hebrew, or even know the aleph-bet. For the Winter 2025 semester, our Conversational Hebrew classes will be offered ... Learn More
11:30 am - 12:30 pm Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults (Winter 2025) February 13 @ 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults (Winter 2025) If you would like to be able to read our prayers in Hebrew instead of relying on transliteration or keep up with what your kids (or grandkids) are learning in Religious School, this course is for you. For our Winter 2025 semester of Hebrew Reading, classes will be offered at the following times: Mondays at ... Learn More
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults (Winter 2025) February 13 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults (Winter 2025) If you would like to be able to read our prayers in Hebrew instead of relying on transliteration or keep up with what your kids (or grandkids) are learning in Religious School, this course is for you. For our Winter 2025 semester of Hebrew Reading, classes will be offered at the following times: Mondays at ... Learn More
11:00 am - 4:00 pm Event Series Mah Jongg with WWHC February 14 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Event Series Mah Jongg with WWHC Join the Women of WHC for a weekly game of Mah Jongg on Fridays at the Julia Bindeman Suburban Center. Everyone is welcome to try it out! You must become a WWHC member to play on an ongoing basis. For any questions or to confirm the time of this week’s game, please contact Hillary Blackton at hillary@divinelifeyoga.com $5 ... Learn More
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm Event Series Shabbat@WHC February 14 @ 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm Event Series Shabbat@WHC We invite you to end your week and welcome Shabbat with us! Our clergy and community look forward to seeing you in person or via livestream. Learn More
8:30 am - 10:00 am Event Series Early Torah Study February 15 @ 8:30 am - 10:00 am Event Series Early Torah Study Every Shabbat morning, we begin the day with an informal group at Temple to study parashat hashavua, the weekly Torah portion, in English. Learn More
Featured 10:00 am - 11:30 am Event Series Young Family Shabbat Featured February 15 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am Event Series Young Family Shabbat Families with young children (ideal for ages 0-5) are invited to join us for a beautiful and fun Shabbat experience, complete with a delicious bagel breakfast. Learn More
10:30 am - 12:00 pm Event Series Shabbat Morning Worship February 15 @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Event Series Shabbat Morning Worship Our Shabbat morning service, led by our rabbis and cantors, often includes the b’nei mitzvah of one of our teens as well as the traditional elements of a Shabbat morning service Learn More
12:30 pm - 1:30 pm Event Series Pregnancy Group (Winter 2025) February 15 @ 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm Event Series Pregnancy Group (Winter 2025) Join Rabbi Fischel for conversations about the wonders, awe, frustrations, and ridiculousness of pregnancy. Our discussions will be framed in a Jewish light, and our focus will be on building a community of soon-to-be moms who can depend on each other for years to come. Half of our sessions are over Zoom--who wants to leave their ... Learn More
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Event Series WHC Connections: Haftarah Study Group February 15 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Event Series WHC Connections: Haftarah Study Group This informal, lay-led group gets together to discuss the Haftarah for that week. Starting with a read-through in English, the group shares questions, answers, and opinions. Learn More
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm RESCHEDULED! LGBTQ+ Tu BiShvat Seder February 15 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm RESCHEDULED! LGBTQ+ Tu BiShvat Seder For our SECOND ANNUAL LGBTQ+ TU B'SHVAT SEDER, we will engage with Judaism, the natural world, and our community through an LGBTQ+ lens. Learn More
10:00 am - 11:00 am Event Series Conversational Hebrew (Winter 2025) February 17 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Event Series Conversational Hebrew (Winter 2025) Learning to speak a new language as an adult can be daunting. We offer an innovative method that emphasizes conversation over decoding, and you’ll find yourself speaking Hebrew in the very first class. You don’t need to read Hebrew, or even know the aleph-bet. For the Winter 2025 semester, our Conversational Hebrew classes will be offered ... Learn More
11:30 am - 12:30 pm Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults (Winter 2025) February 17 @ 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults (Winter 2025) If you would like to be able to read our prayers in Hebrew instead of relying on transliteration or keep up with what your kids (or grandkids) are learning in Religious School, this course is for you. For our Winter 2025 semester of Hebrew Reading, classes will be offered at the following times: Mondays at ... Learn More
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Event Series Conversational Hebrew (Winter 2025) February 17 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Event Series Conversational Hebrew (Winter 2025) Learning to speak a new language as an adult can be daunting. We offer an innovative method that emphasizes conversation over decoding, and you’ll find yourself speaking Hebrew in the very first class. You don’t need to read Hebrew, or even know the aleph-bet. For the Winter 2025 semester, our Conversational Hebrew classes will be offered ... Learn More
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Event Series Conversational Hebrew (Winter 2025) February 17 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Event Series Conversational Hebrew (Winter 2025) Learning to speak a new language as an adult can be daunting. We offer an innovative method that emphasizes conversation over decoding, and you’ll find yourself speaking Hebrew in the very first class. You don’t need to read Hebrew, or even know the aleph-bet. For the Winter 2025 semester, our Conversational Hebrew classes will be offered ... Learn More
10:00 am - 11:00 am Event Series Conversational Hebrew (Winter 2025) February 18 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Event Series Conversational Hebrew (Winter 2025) Learning to speak a new language as an adult can be daunting. We offer an innovative method that emphasizes conversation over decoding, and you’ll find yourself speaking Hebrew in the very first class. You don’t need to read Hebrew, or even know the aleph-bet. For the Winter 2025 semester, our Conversational Hebrew classes will be offered ... Learn More
Featured 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Besters Present: A Conversation with Rep. Jamie Raskin Featured February 18 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Besters Present: A Conversation with Rep. Jamie Raskin Rabbi Shankman will moderate a freewheeling, unstructured conversation with Rep. Raskin covering a broad range of domestic and international issues. If time permits, you will have the chance to pose your own questions as well. Learn More
11:30 am - 12:30 pm Event Series Conversational Hebrew (Winter 2025) February 18 @ 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Event Series Conversational Hebrew (Winter 2025) Learning to speak a new language as an adult can be daunting. We offer an innovative method that emphasizes conversation over decoding, and you’ll find yourself speaking Hebrew in the very first class. You don’t need to read Hebrew, or even know the aleph-bet. For the Winter 2025 semester, our Conversational Hebrew classes will be offered ... Learn More
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults (Winter 2025) February 18 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults (Winter 2025) If you would like to be able to read our prayers in Hebrew instead of relying on transliteration or keep up with what your kids (or grandkids) are learning in Religious School, this course is for you. For our Winter 2025 semester of Hebrew Reading, classes will be offered at the following times: Mondays at ... Learn More
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults (Winter 2025) February 18 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults (Winter 2025) If you would like to be able to read our prayers in Hebrew instead of relying on transliteration or keep up with what your kids (or grandkids) are learning in Religious School, this course is for you. For our Winter 2025 semester of Hebrew Reading, classes will be offered at the following times: Mondays at ... Learn More
Featured Hybrid Hybrid Event 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 500 Days Featured Hybrid Hybrid Event February 18 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 500 Days We gather as a nation 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. Learn More
9:30 am - 10:30 am Event Series Caregiver-Child Play Dates February 19 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am Event Series Caregiver-Child Play Dates Children and caregivers connect and grow through interactive play, movement, songs, and games! Little ones explore emotions, practice sharing, develop empathy skills, build frustration tolerance, and cultivate resilience. Caregivers learn strategies for connection and co-regulation with their little ones, fostering a strong bond and supportive environment for social-emotional learning while creating cherished memories and building essential skills together! Learn More
10:00 am - 11:00 am Event Series Conversational Hebrew (Winter 2025) February 19 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Event Series Conversational Hebrew (Winter 2025) Learning to speak a new language as an adult can be daunting. We offer an innovative method that emphasizes conversation over decoding, and you’ll find yourself speaking Hebrew in the very first class. You don’t need to read Hebrew, or even know the aleph-bet. For the Winter 2025 semester, our Conversational Hebrew classes will be offered ... Learn More
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Event Series Wednesday Study Group (Spring 2025) February 19 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Event Series Wednesday Study Group (Spring 2025) What does it mean to say that God created the world? Does God have a personality, or is God an impersonal force? Can God redeem, and are we, as human beings, in partnership with God? This series is designed to be an opportunity for us to wrestle out loud with our own beliefs (or lack of belief) in God. Learn More
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults (Winter 2025) February 19 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults (Winter 2025) If you would like to be able to read our prayers in Hebrew instead of relying on transliteration or keep up with what your kids (or grandkids) are learning in Religious School, this course is for you. For our Winter 2025 semester of Hebrew Reading, classes will be offered at the following times: Mondays at ... Learn More
10:00 am - 11:00 am Event Series Conversational Hebrew (Winter 2025) February 20 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Event Series Conversational Hebrew (Winter 2025) Learning to speak a new language as an adult can be daunting. We offer an innovative method that emphasizes conversation over decoding, and you’ll find yourself speaking Hebrew in the very first class. You don’t need to read Hebrew, or even know the aleph-bet. For the Winter 2025 semester, our Conversational Hebrew classes will be offered ... Learn More
11:30 am - 12:30 pm Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults (Winter 2025) February 20 @ 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults (Winter 2025) If you would like to be able to read our prayers in Hebrew instead of relying on transliteration or keep up with what your kids (or grandkids) are learning in Religious School, this course is for you. For our Winter 2025 semester of Hebrew Reading, classes will be offered at the following times: Mondays at ... Learn More
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults (Winter 2025) February 20 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults (Winter 2025) If you would like to be able to read our prayers in Hebrew instead of relying on transliteration or keep up with what your kids (or grandkids) are learning in Religious School, this course is for you. For our Winter 2025 semester of Hebrew Reading, classes will be offered at the following times: Mondays at ... Learn More
11:00 am - 4:00 pm Event Series Mah Jongg with WWHC February 21 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Event Series Mah Jongg with WWHC Join the Women of WHC for a weekly game of Mah Jongg on Fridays at the Julia Bindeman Suburban Center. Everyone is welcome to try it out! You must become a WWHC member to play on an ongoing basis. For any questions or to confirm the time of this week’s game, please contact Hillary Blackton at hillary@divinelifeyoga.com $5 ... Learn More
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Event Series Tot Shabbat & Family Dinner February 21 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Event Series Tot Shabbat & Family Dinner Our clergy and song leader make going to Friday night services a fun, fulfilling event for families with young children (or grandchildren). Held twice each month, these evenings begin with an engaging, interactive, 30-minute Tot Shabbat service which teaches Jewish prayers, traditions, and rituals through songs, stories, and art projects. Learn More
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm Event Series Serenity Shabbat February 21 @ 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm Event Series Serenity Shabbat Accessing spirituality through creative modalities dates to the origins of Rabbinic Judaism and is at the core of our Jewish heritage. Each month we will gather, sing the psalms of Kabbalat Shabbat, then engage in a serenity practice such as meditation, yoga, or niggunim (wordless songs). No experience is necessary as we delve into these ... Learn More
Featured 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm Repro Shabbat@WHC Featured February 21 @ 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm Repro Shabbat@WHC Repro Shabbat is an annual Shabbat celebration that honors the Jewish value of reproductive freedom. It takes place annually on Parshat Mishpatim, the reading of which contains the verses commonly referenced as the foundation of Judaism’s approach to reproductive health, rights, and justice. Individuals and communities across the world gather to celebrate Repro Shabbat and ... Learn More
8:30 am - 10:00 am Event Series Early Torah Study February 22 @ 8:30 am - 10:00 am Event Series Early Torah Study Every Shabbat morning, we begin the day with an informal group at Temple to study parashat hashavua, the weekly Torah portion, in English. Learn More
10:30 am - 12:00 pm Event Series Shabbat Morning Worship February 22 @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Event Series Shabbat Morning Worship Our Shabbat morning service, led by our rabbis and cantors, often includes the b’nei mitzvah of one of our teens as well as the traditional elements of a Shabbat morning service Learn More
12:30 pm - 2:30 pm 2239 Bagels and the Book February 22 @ 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm 2239 Bagels and the Book Ever wish Shot of Torah was longer? Do you want the opportunity to share your thoughts on Torah with other like-minded folks? Join 2239 and Rabbi Eliana as we grapple with this week's Torah portion in chavruta (study groups). Brunch will be served, so come with an appetite for study and delicious food! Learn More
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Event Series WHC Connections: Haftarah Study Group February 22 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Event Series WHC Connections: Haftarah Study Group This informal, lay-led group gets together to discuss the Haftarah for that week. Starting with a read-through in English, the group shares questions, answers, and opinions. Learn More
7:30 pm - 9:30 pm Jews of Color Black History Month Celebration February 22 @ 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm Jews of Color Black History Month Celebration February is Black History Month, so join Washington Hebrew Congregation’s Jews of Color for a night of schmoozing, learning, and fun as we honor our past and look to the future. Learn More
9:45 am - 11:45 am Event Series Bereavement Support Group February 23 @ 9:45 am - 11:45 am Event Series Bereavement Support Group In moments of profound loss, the journey through grief can feel isolating, overwhelming, and deeply personal. At Washington Hebrew Congregation, we recognize the vital importance of communal support in navigating these difficult times. That's why we are proud to introduce our reimagined Bereavement Support Group — a sanctuary where congregants can gather to share, learn, ... Learn More
10:30 am - 11:30 am Event Series Amram Scholar Series: The American Jewish Community: New Identity Challenges After October 7th February 23 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am Event Series Amram Scholar Series: The American Jewish Community: New Identity Challenges After October 7th RSVP Rabbi John Rosove and Rabbi Sue Shankman will focus their conversation on how the American Jewish community has faced new challenges since October 7. There will be a bagel brunch preceding the event. About the Book The killing of 1,200 Israelis on October 7, 2023, by Hamas militants becomes a horrible crime that challenges ... Learn More
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm Event Series ETY Mad Science February 23 @ 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm Event Series ETY Mad Science All 2nd, 3rd, and 4th graders are invited to join ETY (Elementary Temple Youth) for an exciting Mad Science experiment! We’ll dive into the science of slime and even create our very own! Learn More
1:30 pm - 3:30 pm Tu BiShvat Experience for All Abilities February 23 @ 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm Tu BiShvat Experience for All Abilities While our cherry blossom trees are still bare here in the DMV, Israel's almond trees are in full bloom, and we are celebrating Tu BiShvat — the "New Year for the Trees" — with a special, fully accessible program. Our inclusive experience is designed for young adults with developmental disabilities and their friends and families and is open to the community. Learn More
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Discussion about the Netflix Show “Nobody Wants This” February 23 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Discussion about the Netflix Show “Nobody Wants This” This is an EVOLVE DC event. We will be discussing the portrayal of women and interfaith couples in the Netflix show Nobody Wants This. Rabbi Eliana Fischel willhelp lead the discussion. Note: We will not be watching the show at the event. Learn More
10:00 am - 11:00 am Event Series Conversational Hebrew (Winter 2025) February 24 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Event Series Conversational Hebrew (Winter 2025) Learning to speak a new language as an adult can be daunting. We offer an innovative method that emphasizes conversation over decoding, and you’ll find yourself speaking Hebrew in the very first class. You don’t need to read Hebrew, or even know the aleph-bet. For the Winter 2025 semester, our Conversational Hebrew classes will be offered ... Learn More
10:00 am - 11:00 am Event Series FIT4MOM Stroller Strides February 24 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Event Series FIT4MOM Stroller Strides Stroller Strides® is FIT4MOM DC’s all-levels total-body conditioning workout designed for caregivers with kids in tow. Each 60-minute workout consists of strength training, cardio, and core restoration, all while entertaining the little ones with songs, activities, and fun! Your instructor is trained to meet you where you are mentally and physically and create space for ... Learn More
11:30 am - 12:30 pm Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults (Winter 2025) February 24 @ 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults (Winter 2025) If you would like to be able to read our prayers in Hebrew instead of relying on transliteration or keep up with what your kids (or grandkids) are learning in Religious School, this course is for you. For our Winter 2025 semester of Hebrew Reading, classes will be offered at the following times: Mondays at ... Learn More
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Event Series Conversational Hebrew (Winter 2025) February 24 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Event Series Conversational Hebrew (Winter 2025) Learning to speak a new language as an adult can be daunting. We offer an innovative method that emphasizes conversation over decoding, and you’ll find yourself speaking Hebrew in the very first class. You don’t need to read Hebrew, or even know the aleph-bet. For the Winter 2025 semester, our Conversational Hebrew classes will be offered ... Learn More
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Event Series Conversational Hebrew (Winter 2025) February 24 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Event Series Conversational Hebrew (Winter 2025) Learning to speak a new language as an adult can be daunting. We offer an innovative method that emphasizes conversation over decoding, and you’ll find yourself speaking Hebrew in the very first class. You don’t need to read Hebrew, or even know the aleph-bet. For the Winter 2025 semester, our Conversational Hebrew classes will be offered ... Learn More
Featured 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm “The Merchant of Venice” Screening Featured February 24 @ 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm “The Merchant of Venice” Screening Washington Hebrew is excited to present a special screening of Shakespeare's The Merchant of Venice (2021). Directed by Abigail Graham, and performed by Shakespeare's Globe, this is an incredible opportunity to see this timeless story in a unique setting. Following the screening, we will have a panel discussion on the themes of race, religion, and gender. Learn More
10:00 am - 11:00 am Event Series Conversational Hebrew (Winter 2025) February 25 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Event Series Conversational Hebrew (Winter 2025) Learning to speak a new language as an adult can be daunting. We offer an innovative method that emphasizes conversation over decoding, and you’ll find yourself speaking Hebrew in the very first class. You don’t need to read Hebrew, or even know the aleph-bet. For the Winter 2025 semester, our Conversational Hebrew classes will be offered ... Learn More
11:00 am - 1:00 pm WHC Seniors Lunch & Learn – WHC Archives February 25 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm WHC Seniors Lunch & Learn – WHC Archives Learn all about what Washington Hebrew has stored in its archives from the man who keeps it all organized and preserved — Bill Davis — all while having a fantastic lunch with friends. Learn More
