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Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults

Hebrew Reading for Adults

Online

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 2023 semester of Hebrew Reading, classes will begin the week of January 23 and will ...

Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults

Hebrew Reading for Adults

Online

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 2023 semester of Hebrew Reading, classes will begin the week of January 23 and will ...

A Community Conversation: Antisemitism in Montgomery County

A Community Conversation: Antisemitism in Montgomery County Thursday, March 2, 7:30 – 9:00 pm Bender JCC of Greater Washington 6125 Montrose Road, Rockville, MD 20852 Join us in a discussion on the rising levels of anti-Jewish hate. The program will feature the results of AJC's annual State of Antisemitism in America Report, and a moderated ...

Event Series Mah Jongg with WWHC

Mah Jongg with WWHC

JBSC 11810 Falls Road, Potomac, MD, United States

Join the Women of WHC for Mah Jongg. $5 purse Everyone is welcome!* No need to RSVP, just show up when you can and join the fun! *Please click here to learn about our health and safety protocols and plan to arrive a few minutes early.

Event Series Early Torah Study

Early Torah Study

Hybrid - Temple 3935 Macomb St. NW, Washington, DC, United States

  Every Shabbat morning, we begin the day with an informal group at Temple to study parashat hashavua, the weekly Torah portion, in English. Led by one of the clergy, we analyze, question, and reflect on Judaism’s central text. All are welcome — just occasionally or every week — and absolutely no background knowledge or ...

WHC Connections: Haftarah Study Group

Online

Every Shabbat afternoon an informal group of WHC members gets together on Zoom to discuss the Haftarah for that week. We begin with a read-through in English and continue sharing questions, answers, and opinions. The group meets for one hour and is led by the lay members of the congregation. All Temple members are welcome. ...

CANCELED – WHC’s Edlavitch-Tyser Family Relations Forum Presents: Arielle Silverman

Temple 3935 Macomb St. NW, Washington, DC, United States

This program has been canceled. We apologize for the inconvenience and hope you will join us for another one of our author events soon! WHC's Edlavitch-Tyser Family Relations Forum is thrilled to welcome author Arielle Silverman to discuss her book Just Human: The Quest for Disability Wisdom, Respect, and Inclusion. Sunday, March 5 at 10:00 ...

Women of WHC Present: Nutritionist Janet Zalman, “The Competitive Edge”

Temple 3935 Macomb St. NW, Washington, DC, United States

Sunday, March 5, 3:30 pm at Temple Advance registration requested (use form below) The Competitive Edge: A Nutritional Approach to Women's Health Does your weight go up and down more than you’d like? Do you crave sugar or carbohydrates? Are you confused by all the contradictory nutrition advice out there? Does your New Year’s resolution ...

Event Series Conversational Hebrew

Conversational Hebrew

Online

Learn to speak Hebrew — or practice and improve your fluency — without having to master the aleph-bet. This innovative method will have you speaking in the first class, and the ability to read or write in Hebrew is not necessary. We offer classes for every level. Not sure which is best for you? Contact instructor ...

Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults

Hebrew Reading for Adults

Online

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 2023 semester of Hebrew Reading, classes will begin the week of January 23 and will ...

Jewish Conversations on Diversity, Belonging & Justice

Online

Continuing to look inward: How our own life experiences impact our recognition of racial bias & inequity. RSVP Here What is it? A monthly series of conversations with Rabbi Shankman to create a dialogue about race, racial disparity, inequity, change needed for just equality, and creating culture of belonging. Open to all (members & non-members), ...

Event Series Conversational Hebrew

Conversational Hebrew

Online

Learn to speak Hebrew — or practice and improve your fluency — without having to master the aleph-bet. This innovative method will have you speaking in the first class, and the ability to read or write in Hebrew is not necessary. We offer classes for every level. Not sure which is best for you? Contact instructor ...

Event Series Conversational Hebrew

Conversational Hebrew

Online

Learn to speak Hebrew — or practice and improve your fluency — without having to master the aleph-bet. This innovative method will have you speaking in the first class, and the ability to read or write in Hebrew is not necessary. We offer classes for every level. Not sure which is best for you? Contact instructor ...

Event Series Conversational Hebrew

Conversational Hebrew

Online

Learn to speak Hebrew — or practice and improve your fluency — without having to master the aleph-bet. This innovative method will have you speaking in the first class, and the ability to read or write in Hebrew is not necessary. We offer classes for every level. Not sure which is best for you? Contact instructor ...

Event Series Conversational Hebrew

Conversational Hebrew

Online

Learn to speak Hebrew — or practice and improve your fluency — without having to master the aleph-bet. This innovative method will have you speaking in the first class, and the ability to read or write in Hebrew is not necessary. We offer classes for every level. Not sure which is best for you? Contact instructor ...

Event Series (Higher) Power Lunch with 2239

(Higher) Power Lunch with 2239

Online

Tired of spending your lunch break scrolling through social media/the news/your morning inbox? What if you could use this time to get in touch with your spiritual side by exploring Torah (over Zoom) with other smart and interesting people? Every Tuesday from 12:30-1:00 pm, Washington Hebrew’s 2239 community will dive into the week’s Torah portion, ...

Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults

Hebrew Reading for Adults

Online

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 2023 semester of Hebrew Reading, classes will begin the week of January 23 and will ...

Event Series Back to Basics

Back to Basics

Online

Explore why we do what we do as Jews, find the sources for our traditions, and delve into the origins of these ideas. Through holidays, life cycle events, history, theology, beginning Hebrew literacy, Jewish religious movements, Torah laws, the Mishnah, the Talmud, and Kabbalah, we’ll uncover the answers to the “why” behind Judaism. For Winter ...

Event Series Back to Basics

Back to Basics

Online

Explore why we do what we do as Jews, find the sources for our traditions, and delve into the origins of these ideas. Through holidays, life cycle events, history, theology, beginning Hebrew literacy, Jewish religious movements, Torah laws, the Mishnah, the Talmud, and Kabbalah, we’ll uncover the answers to the “why” behind Judaism. For Winter ...

Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults

Hebrew Reading for Adults

Online

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 2023 semester of Hebrew Reading, classes will begin the week of January 23 and will ...

Event Series Conversational Hebrew

Conversational Hebrew

Online

Learn to speak Hebrew — or practice and improve your fluency — without having to master the aleph-bet. This innovative method will have you speaking in the first class, and the ability to read or write in Hebrew is not necessary. We offer classes for every level. Not sure which is best for you? Contact instructor ...

Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults

Hebrew Reading for Adults

Online

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 2023 semester of Hebrew Reading, classes will begin the week of January 23 and will ...

Event Series Conversational Hebrew

Conversational Hebrew

Online

Learn to speak Hebrew — or practice and improve your fluency — without having to master the aleph-bet. This innovative method will have you speaking in the first class, and the ability to read or write in Hebrew is not necessary. We offer classes for every level. Not sure which is best for you? Contact instructor ...

Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults

Hebrew Reading for Adults

Online

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 2023 semester of Hebrew Reading, classes will begin the week of January 23 and will ...

Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults

Hebrew Reading for Adults

Online

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 2023 semester of Hebrew Reading, classes will begin the week of January 23 and will ...

LGBTQ+ Purim Masquerade Party

A Purim Masquerade Party Thursday, March 9,  6:30 – 9:00 pm Franklin Hall - 1348 Florida Ave NW Join GLOE (the LGBTQ program of the Edlavitch DCJCC), Nice Jewish Boys, Nice Jewish Girls, and Washington Hebrew Congregation for a Purim celebration! Come dressed in your favorite costume for our annual LGBTQ+ Purim Party that always ...

Event Series Mah Jongg with WWHC

Mah Jongg with WWHC

JBSC 11810 Falls Road, Potomac, MD, United States

Join the Women of WHC for Mah Jongg. $5 purse Everyone is welcome!* No need to RSVP, just show up when you can and join the fun! *Please click here to learn about our health and safety protocols and plan to arrive a few minutes early.

Event Series Tot Shabbat & Family Dinner

Tot Shabbat & Family Dinner

JBSC 11810 Falls Road, Potomac, MD, United States

This February, we're partnering with our friends at PJ Library to make going to Friday night services an even more fun, fulfilling event for families with young children (or grandchildren). Held twice each month, these evenings begin with an engaging, interactive Tot Shabbat service, which lasts about a half-hour and teaches Jewish prayers, traditions, and ...

Event Series Tot Shabbat & Family Dinner

Tot Shabbat & Family Dinner

JBSC 11810 Falls Road, Potomac, MD, United States

Our clergy and song leader, Lisa Baydush, 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 Tot Shabbat service, which lasts about a half-hour and teaches Jewish prayers, traditions, and rituals through songs, stories, and art ...

Shabbat Evening Service

Hybrid - Temple 3935 Macomb St. NW, Washington, DC, United States

WE INVITE YOU TO END THE WEEK AND WELCOME SHABBAT WITH US! 6:00 pm: Snack, Sip, and Schmooze (S3) SNACK — Hot appetizers, cheese, crackers, and fruit! Perfect for families looking to feed their kids before the service. Gluten-free and vegan options will be available. This Week's Menu: Spinach Risotto – Vegetarian & Gluten-Free Asian ...

Event Series Early Torah Study

Early Torah Study

Hybrid - Temple 3935 Macomb St. NW, Washington, DC, United States

  Every Shabbat morning, we begin the day with an informal group at Temple to study parashat hashavua, the weekly Torah portion, in English. Led by one of the clergy, we analyze, question, and reflect on Judaism’s central text. All are welcome — just occasionally or every week — and absolutely no background knowledge or ...

Event Series WHC Connections: Haftarah Study Group

WHC Connections: Haftarah Study Group

Online

Every Shabbat afternoon an informal group of WHC members gets together on Zoom to discuss the Haftarah for that week. We begin with a read-through in English and continue sharing questions, answers, and opinions. The group meets for one hour and is led by the lay members of the congregation. All Temple members are welcome. ...

Havdalah Yoga with 2239

Join us next Saturday, March 11 for Havdalah Yoga at Flow Yoga on 14th Street in NW DC. We will close the week and start anew with Havdalah at 5:30pm followed by a relaxing and rejuvenating yoga class to start the week out right. We'll stretch, relax, and release whatever comes up as we set intentions for ...

Event Series Bagels & Coffee With Lew

Bagels & Coffee With Lew

JBSC & Temple

WHC President Lew Wiener wants to get to know you. So grab a bagel, a coffee, and sit down for a casual conversation. These events will be held monthly on the following dates, all from 9:30 – 10:30 am: Sunday, January 8 at Temple, before Amram Scholar Series: Graciela Mochkofsky Sunday, February 26 at Temple, ...

WHC Hunger Project Packing

JBSC 11810 Falls Road, Potomac, MD, United States

The WHC Hunger Project is back! Join us at the Julia Bindeman Suburban Center to make more than 10,000 meals for those battling hunger and food insecurity right here in the DMV! The Hunger Project is perfect for kids age 8+ and adults of all ages! It is completely free to participate -- but RSVP ...

AIM 2023 Accountability Action with Montgomery County Council members and County Executive

Sunday, March 12, 2:30 pm The People's Community Baptist Church, 31 Norwood Rd., Silver Spring Rabbi Fischel opens and closes this event for our partner Action in Montgomery (AIM). Join a group of WHC members and members of many other area faith organizations as we meet with Montgomery County Councilmembers and the County Executive to ...

Hebrew Reading for Adults

Online

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 2023 semester of Hebrew Reading, classes will begin the week of January 23 and will ...

Conversational Hebrew

Online

Learn to speak Hebrew — or practice and improve your fluency — without having to master the aleph-bet. This innovative method will have you speaking in the first class, and the ability to read or write in Hebrew is not necessary. We offer classes for every level. Not sure which is best for you? Contact instructor ...

Event Series 12 Jewish Questions (Spring)

12 Jewish Questions (Spring)

Temple 3935 Macomb St. NW, Washington, DC, United States

Do I need to believe in God to be Jewish?  What happens after we die?  Where is God in times of tragedy?  How do I rest when I have no time? 12 Jewish Questions is a learning community for adults – Jewish and non-Jewish – who have questions about Jewish identity, beliefs, culture, and customs. It’s an ...

Event Series (Higher) Power Lunch with 2239

(Higher) Power Lunch with 2239

Online

Tired of spending your lunch break scrolling through social media/the news/your morning inbox? What if you could use this time to get in touch with your spiritual side by exploring Torah (over Zoom) with other smart and interesting people? Every Tuesday from 12:30-1:00 pm, Washington Hebrew’s 2239 community will dive into the week’s Torah portion, ...

Event Series Back to Basics

Back to Basics

Online

Explore why we do what we do as Jews, find the sources for our traditions, and delve into the origins of these ideas. Through holidays, life cycle events, history, theology, beginning Hebrew literacy, Jewish religious movements, Torah laws, the Mishnah, the Talmud, and Kabbalah, we’ll uncover the answers to the “why” behind Judaism. For Winter ...

Event Series Back to Basics

Back to Basics

Online

Explore why we do what we do as Jews, find the sources for our traditions, and delve into the origins of these ideas. Through holidays, life cycle events, history, theology, beginning Hebrew literacy, Jewish religious movements, Torah laws, the Mishnah, the Talmud, and Kabbalah, we’ll uncover the answers to the “why” behind Judaism. For Winter ...

Event Series Mah Jongg with WWHC

Mah Jongg with WWHC

JBSC 11810 Falls Road, Potomac, MD, United States

Join the Women of WHC for Mah Jongg. $5 purse Everyone is welcome!* No need to RSVP, just show up when you can and join the fun! *Please click here to learn about our health and safety protocols and plan to arrive a few minutes early.

Shabbat Evening Service

Hybrid - Temple 3935 Macomb St. NW, Washington, DC, United States

WE INVITE YOU TO END THE WEEK AND WELCOME SHABBAT WITH US! 6:00 pm: Snack, Sip, and Schmooze (S3) SNACK — Hot appetizers, cheese, crackers, and fruit! Perfect for families looking to feed their kids before the service. Gluten-free and vegan options will be available. This week's menu: Spring Vegetable Soup — Vegan & Gluten-Free ...

Event Series Early Torah Study

Early Torah Study

Hybrid - Temple 3935 Macomb St. NW, Washington, DC, United States

  Every Shabbat morning, we begin the day with an informal group at Temple to study parashat hashavua, the weekly Torah portion, in English. Led by one of the clergy, we analyze, question, and reflect on Judaism’s central text. All are welcome — just occasionally or every week — and absolutely no background knowledge or ...

Textile Museum Tour with 2239

Join 2239 for a tour of the Prayer and Transcendence exhibit at DC's Textile Museum. This program will take place at the Textile Museum (701 21st St NW, Washington, DC 20052) Closest metro station is Farragut West or Foggy Bottom. The Museum will be displaying classical prayer rugs from the Islamic world and design comparisons from Jewish ...

Event Series WHC Connections: Haftarah Study Group

WHC Connections: Haftarah Study Group

Online

Every Shabbat afternoon an informal group of WHC members gets together on Zoom to discuss the Haftarah for that week. We begin with a read-through in English and continue sharing questions, answers, and opinions. The group meets for one hour and is led by the lay members of the congregation. All Temple members are welcome. ...

Potluck and Planning with the Boomers

Join the Boomers and help brainstorm and plan programming ideas for the upcoming year, reconnect with friends, and enjoy a delicious potluck dinner. This program will be held at the Fallswood Party Room in North Bethesda (the address will be provided upon RSVP.) This program is free of charge, but advance RSVP is required. RSVP ...

Event Series 12 Jewish Questions (Spring)

12 Jewish Questions (Spring)

Temple 3935 Macomb St. NW, Washington, DC, United States

Do I need to believe in God to be Jewish?  What happens after we die?  Where is God in times of tragedy?  How do I rest when I have no time? 12 Jewish Questions is a learning community for adults – Jewish and non-Jewish – who have questions about Jewish identity, beliefs, culture, and customs. It’s an ...

Event Series (Higher) Power Lunch with 2239

(Higher) Power Lunch with 2239

Online

Tired of spending your lunch break scrolling through social media/the news/your morning inbox? What if you could use this time to get in touch with your spiritual side by exploring Torah (over Zoom) with other smart and interesting people? Every Tuesday from 12:30-1:00 pm, Washington Hebrew’s 2239 community will dive into the week’s Torah portion, ...

Event Series Back to Basics

Back to Basics

Online

Explore why we do what we do as Jews, find the sources for our traditions, and delve into the origins of these ideas. Through holidays, life cycle events, history, theology, beginning Hebrew literacy, Jewish religious movements, Torah laws, the Mishnah, the Talmud, and Kabbalah, we’ll uncover the answers to the “why” behind Judaism. For Winter ...

Event Series Back to Basics

Back to Basics

Online

Explore why we do what we do as Jews, find the sources for our traditions, and delve into the origins of these ideas. Through holidays, life cycle events, history, theology, beginning Hebrew literacy, Jewish religious movements, Torah laws, the Mishnah, the Talmud, and Kabbalah, we’ll uncover the answers to the “why” behind Judaism. For Winter ...

Event Series Mah Jongg with WWHC

Mah Jongg with WWHC

JBSC 11810 Falls Road, Potomac, MD, United States

Join the Women of WHC for Mah Jongg. $5 purse Everyone is welcome!* No need to RSVP, just show up when you can and join the fun! *Please click here to learn about our health and safety protocols and plan to arrive a few minutes early.

Friday Evening Service (6:30 pm)

Temple 3935 Macomb St. NW, Washington, DC, United States

If you’re looking for a slightly later Shabbat service and want some of the same musical energy that Macomb St. and Falls Rd. Shabbats bring, join us! 6:30 pm — Snack, Sip, & Schmooze SNACK — Hot appetizers, cheese, crackers, and fruit! Perfect for families looking to feed their kids before the service. Gluten-free and ...

Event Series Early Torah Study

Early Torah Study

Hybrid - Temple 3935 Macomb St. NW, Washington, DC, United States

  Every Shabbat morning, we begin the day with an informal group at Temple to study parashat hashavua, the weekly Torah portion, in English. Led by one of the clergy, we analyze, question, and reflect on Judaism’s central text. All are welcome — just occasionally or every week — and absolutely no background knowledge or ...

Event Series WHC Connections: Haftarah Study Group

WHC Connections: Haftarah Study Group

Online

Every Shabbat afternoon an informal group of WHC members gets together on Zoom to discuss the Haftarah for that week. We begin with a read-through in English and continue sharing questions, answers, and opinions. The group meets for one hour and is led by the lay members of the congregation. All Temple members are welcome. ...

Event Series Bagels & Coffee With Lew

Bagels & Coffee With Lew

JBSC & Temple

WHC President Lew Wiener wants to get to know you. So grab a bagel, a coffee, and sit down for a casual conversation. These events will be held monthly on the following dates, all from 9:30 – 10:30 am: Sunday, January 8 at Temple, before Amram Scholar Series: Graciela Mochkofsky Sunday, February 26 at Temple, ...

Event Series 12 Jewish Questions (Spring)

12 Jewish Questions (Spring)

Temple 3935 Macomb St. NW, Washington, DC, United States

Do I need to believe in God to be Jewish?  What happens after we die?  Where is God in times of tragedy?  How do I rest when I have no time? 12 Jewish Questions is a learning community for adults – Jewish and non-Jewish – who have questions about Jewish identity, beliefs, culture, and customs. It’s an ...

Event Series (Higher) Power Lunch with 2239

(Higher) Power Lunch with 2239

Online

Tired of spending your lunch break scrolling through social media/the news/your morning inbox? What if you could use this time to get in touch with your spiritual side by exploring Torah (over Zoom) with other smart and interesting people? Every Tuesday from 12:30-1:00 pm, Washington Hebrew’s 2239 community will dive into the week’s Torah portion, ...

Event Series Freedom Seder

Freedom Seder

Temple 3935 Macomb St. NW, Washington, DC, United States

ORDER TICKETS/SPONSOR TABLES USING THE FORM BELOW We are happy to be celebrating the importance of Passover’s message of freedom for all people. WHC members, their family and friends, and our interfaith neighbors will join together for an evening of community. Wednesday, March 29 6:00 pm at Temple 3935 Macomb St. NW, Washington, DC Individual ...

Event Series Mah Jongg with WWHC

Mah Jongg with WWHC

JBSC 11810 Falls Road, Potomac, MD, United States

Join the Women of WHC for Mah Jongg. $5 purse Everyone is welcome!* No need to RSVP, just show up when you can and join the fun! *Please click here to learn about our health and safety protocols and plan to arrive a few minutes early.

Shabbat Evening Service

Hybrid - Temple 3935 Macomb St. NW, Washington, DC, United States

WE INVITE YOU TO END THE WEEK AND WELCOME SHABBAT WITH US! 6:00 pm: Snack, Sip, and Schmooze (S3) SNACK — Hot appetizers, cheese, crackers, and fruit! Perfect for families looking to feed their kids before the service. Gluten-free and vegan options will be available. This week's menu: Sweet Pea Soup (Vegan and Gluten-Free) Pasta ...