9:30 am - 10:30 am Event Series Bagels & Coffee With Lew February 26, 2023 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am Event Series Bagels & Coffee With Lew 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, ... Learn More
Featured 10:30 am - 12:00 pm WHC Presents: Jeff Nussbaum Featured February 26, 2023 @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm WHC Presents: Jeff Nussbaum WHC welcomes Jeff Nussbaum on Sunday, February 26 at Temple. This event is presented in partnership with the Jewish Book Council and is sponsored by the Abraham & Freida Hochberg Creative Cultural Fund. This lecture will also be available by livestream on our streaming page. RSVP About the Book For almost every delivered speech, there ... Learn More
10:00 am - 11:00 am Event Series Conversational Hebrew February 27, 2023 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Event Series Conversational Hebrew 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 ... Learn More
11:30 am - 12:30 pm Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults February 27, 2023 @ 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults 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 ... Learn More
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Event Series Conversational Hebrew February 27, 2023 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Event Series Conversational Hebrew 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 ... Learn More
7:15 pm - 8:15 pm Event Series Conversational Hebrew February 27, 2023 @ 7:15 pm - 8:15 pm Event Series Conversational Hebrew 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 ... Learn More
8:00 am - 5:00 pm Jewish Family Ambassadors Havdalah Playground Playdate February 28, 2023 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Jewish Family Ambassadors Havdalah Playground Playdate Bender JCC's Jewish Family Ambassadors (JFAs) invite you to a Havdalah celebration! We’ll learn fun facts about Havdalah, make spice boxes, enjoy challah and juice, and explore Washington Hebrew’s awesome playground! Space is limited, so please register soon. REGISTER Learn More
10:00 am - 11:00 am Event Series Conversational Hebrew February 28, 2023 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Event Series Conversational Hebrew 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 ... Learn More
11:30 am - 12:30 pm Event Series Conversational Hebrew February 28, 2023 @ 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Event Series Conversational Hebrew 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 ... Learn More
12:30 pm - 1:00 pm Event Series (Higher) Power Lunch with 2239 February 28, 2023 @ 12:30 pm - 1:00 pm Event Series (Higher) Power Lunch with 2239 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, ... Learn More
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults February 28, 2023 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults 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 ... Learn More
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Event Series Back to Basics February 28, 2023 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Event Series Back to Basics 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 ... Learn More
10:00 am - 11:00 am Event Series Back to Basics March 1, 2023 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Event Series Back to Basics 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 ... Learn More
11:30 am - 12:30 pm Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults March 1, 2023 @ 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults 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 ... Learn More
5:45 pm - 6:15 pm Event Series Conversational Hebrew March 1, 2023 @ 5:45 pm - 6:15 pm Event Series Conversational Hebrew 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 ... Learn More
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults March 1, 2023 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults 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 ... Learn More
10:00 am - 11:00 am Event Series Conversational Hebrew March 2, 2023 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Event Series Conversational Hebrew 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 ... Learn More
11:15 am - 12:15 pm Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults March 2, 2023 @ 11:15 am - 12:15 pm Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults 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 ... Learn More
5:45 pm - 6:45 pm Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults March 2, 2023 @ 5:45 pm - 6:45 pm Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults 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 ... Learn More
7:30 pm - 9:00 pm A Community Conversation: Antisemitism in Montgomery County March 2, 2023 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm 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 ... Learn More
Featured 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm “Rock of Ages” Shabbat Purim Featured March 3, 2023 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm “Rock of Ages” Shabbat Purim TRAILER | SCHEDULE/MENU | CARNIVALS | RSVP Are you ready to rock out and celebrate the joyous holiday of Purim? Join us for a night of rock rebellion as we remember the story of Esther and her bravery. Put on your favorite concert tee and get ready to jam out to your favorite tunes — everything ... Learn More
11:00 am - 4:00 pm Event Series Mah Jongg with WWHC March 3, 2023 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Event Series Mah Jongg with WWHC 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. Learn More
8:30 am - 10:00 am Event Series Early Torah Study March 4, 2023 @ 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. 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 ... Learn More
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Event Series WHC Connections: Haftarah Study Group March 4, 2023 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Event Series WHC Connections: Haftarah Study Group 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. ... Learn More
Featured 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Event Series Purim Carnival for Families with Young Children Featured March 4, 2023 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Event Series Purim Carnival for Families with Young Children UPDATE: TICKET SALES ARE NOW CLOSED. YOU MAY STILL ATTEND THE ALL-AGES PURIM CARNIVAL ON SUNDAY, MARCH 5, 12:00 PM AT JBSC. Happy Purim! Join us for our annual Purim Carnival with this special experience just for our families with young children (5 and under). Older siblings are welcome. $18 (WHC members), $25 (non-members) per ... Learn More
10:00 am - 12:00 pm CANCELED – WHC’s Edlavitch-Tyser Family Relations Forum Presents: Arielle Silverman March 5, 2023 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm CANCELED – WHC’s Edlavitch-Tyser Family Relations Forum Presents: Arielle Silverman 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 ... Learn More
Featured 12:00 pm - 2:30 pm Event Series WHC Purim Carnival 2023 Featured March 5, 2023 @ 12:00 pm - 2:30 pm Event Series WHC Purim Carnival 2023 For the first time since 2019, our traditional Purim Carnival is back! Join us at the Julia Bindeman Suburban Center for a family friendly, all ages carnival! The carnival includes the classic games kids have always loved and some fun new activities to fit with our “Rock of Ages” Purim theme (Guitar Hero, anyone???). What ... Learn More
3:30 pm - 4:30 pm Women of WHC Present: Nutritionist Janet Zalman, “The Competitive Edge” March 5, 2023 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm Women of WHC Present: Nutritionist Janet Zalman, “The Competitive Edge” 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 ... Learn More
10:00 am - 11:00 am Event Series Conversational Hebrew March 6, 2023 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Event Series Conversational Hebrew 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 ... Learn More
11:30 am - 12:30 pm Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults March 6, 2023 @ 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults 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 ... Learn More
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Jewish Conversations on Diversity, Belonging & Justice March 6, 2023 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Jewish Conversations on Diversity, Belonging & Justice 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), ... Learn More
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Event Series Conversational Hebrew March 6, 2023 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Event Series Conversational Hebrew 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 ... Learn More
7:15 pm - 8:15 pm Event Series Conversational Hebrew March 6, 2023 @ 7:15 pm - 8:15 pm Event Series Conversational Hebrew 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 ... Learn More
10:00 am - 11:00 am Event Series Conversational Hebrew March 7, 2023 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Event Series Conversational Hebrew 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 ... Learn More
11:30 am - 12:30 pm Event Series Conversational Hebrew March 7, 2023 @ 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Event Series Conversational Hebrew 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 ... Learn More
12:30 pm - 1:00 pm Event Series (Higher) Power Lunch with 2239 March 7, 2023 @ 12:30 pm - 1:00 pm Event Series (Higher) Power Lunch with 2239 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, ... Learn More
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults March 7, 2023 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults 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 ... Learn More
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Event Series Back to Basics March 7, 2023 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Event Series Back to Basics 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 ... Learn More
10:00 am - 11:00 am Event Series Back to Basics March 8, 2023 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Event Series Back to Basics 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 ... Learn More
11:30 am - 12:30 pm Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults March 8, 2023 @ 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults 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 ... Learn More
5:45 pm - 6:15 pm Event Series Conversational Hebrew March 8, 2023 @ 5:45 pm - 6:15 pm Event Series Conversational Hebrew 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 ... Learn More
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults March 8, 2023 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults 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 ... Learn More
10:00 am - 11:00 am Event Series Conversational Hebrew March 9, 2023 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Event Series Conversational Hebrew 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 ... Learn More
11:15 am - 12:15 pm Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults March 9, 2023 @ 11:15 am - 12:15 pm Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults 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 ... Learn More
5:45 pm - 6:45 pm Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults March 9, 2023 @ 5:45 pm - 6:45 pm Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults 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 ... Learn More
6:30 pm - 9:00 pm LGBTQ+ Purim Masquerade Party March 9, 2023 @ 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm 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 ... Learn More
11:00 am - 4:00 pm Event Series Mah Jongg with WWHC March 10, 2023 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Event Series Mah Jongg with WWHC 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. Learn More
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Event Series Tot Shabbat & Family Dinner March 10, 2023 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Event Series Tot Shabbat & Family Dinner 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 ... Learn More
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Event Series Tot Shabbat & Family Dinner March 10, 2023 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Event Series Tot Shabbat & Family Dinner 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 ... Learn More
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Shabbat Evening Service March 10, 2023 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Shabbat Evening Service 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 ... Learn More
8:30 am - 10:00 am Event Series Early Torah Study March 11, 2023 @ 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. 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 ... Learn More
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Event Series WHC Connections: Haftarah Study Group March 11, 2023 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Event Series WHC Connections: Haftarah Study Group 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. ... Learn More
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm Havdalah Yoga with 2239 March 11, 2023 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm 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 ... Learn More
9:30 am - 10:30 am Event Series Bagels & Coffee With Lew March 12, 2023 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am Event Series Bagels & Coffee With Lew 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, ... Learn More
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm WHC Hunger Project Packing March 12, 2023 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm WHC Hunger Project Packing 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 ... Learn More
2:30 pm - 4:30 pm AIM 2023 Accountability Action with Montgomery County Council members and County Executive March 12, 2023 @ 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm 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 ... Learn More
11:30 am - 12:30 pm Hebrew Reading for Adults March 13, 2023 @ 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Hebrew Reading for Adults 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 ... Learn More
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Conversational Hebrew March 13, 2023 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Conversational Hebrew 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 ... Learn More
6:30 pm - 9:00 pm Event Series 12 Jewish Questions (Spring) March 13, 2023 @ 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm Event Series 12 Jewish Questions (Spring) 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 ... Learn More
Featured 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Women of WHC Present: Lori Banov Kaufmann Featured March 14, 2023 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Women of WHC Present: Lori Banov Kaufmann The Women of WHC are pleased to welcome author Lori Banov Kaufmann via Zoom to discuss her book Rebel Daughter. Tuesday, March 14 at 12:00 pm on Zoom. This program is free and open to everyone, but RSVP is required. RSVP HERE Click here to purchase this book through WHC's Mitzvah Mall. About the Book: ... Learn More
12:30 pm - 1:00 pm Event Series (Higher) Power Lunch with 2239 March 14, 2023 @ 12:30 pm - 1:00 pm Event Series (Higher) Power Lunch with 2239 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, ... Learn More
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Event Series Back to Basics March 14, 2023 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Event Series Back to Basics 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 ... Learn More
10:00 am - 11:00 am Event Series Back to Basics March 15, 2023 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Event Series Back to Basics 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 ... Learn More
11:00 am - 4:00 pm Event Series Mah Jongg with WWHC March 17, 2023 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Event Series Mah Jongg with WWHC 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. Learn More
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Shabbat Evening Service March 17, 2023 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Shabbat Evening Service 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 ... Learn More
Featured 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Event Series Falls Rd. Shabbat Featured March 17, 2023 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Event Series Falls Rd. Shabbat It’s a joyful, musical Shabbat evening that fosters participation and connection. 6:00 pm Shot of Torah (Torah Discussion) & Snack, Sip, & Schmooze 6:30 pm Service Oneg to follow This service will take place in person at the Julia Bindeman Suburban Center. It will also be available via livestream. If you will join us from ... Learn More
Featured 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Falls Rd. Shabbat Featured March 17, 2023 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Falls Rd. Shabbat WE INVITE YOU TO END THE WEEK AND WELCOME SHABBAT WITH US! 6:00 pm: Snack, Sip, and Schmooze (S3) & Shot of Torah (Torah Study) SNACK — Hot appetizers (we’ll have different items each week), cheese, crackers, and fruit! Perfect for families looking to feed their kids before the service. SIP — Beer, wine, and non-alcoholic drinks ... Learn More
8:30 am - 10:00 am Event Series Early Torah Study March 18, 2023 @ 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. 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 ... Learn More
11:00 am - 1:00 pm Textile Museum Tour with 2239 March 18, 2023 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm 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 ... Learn More
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Event Series WHC Connections: Haftarah Study Group March 18, 2023 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Event Series WHC Connections: Haftarah Study Group 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. ... Learn More
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Potluck and Planning with the Boomers March 19, 2023 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm 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 ... Learn More
6:30 pm - 9:00 pm Event Series 12 Jewish Questions (Spring) March 20, 2023 @ 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm Event Series 12 Jewish Questions (Spring) 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 ... Learn More
12:30 pm - 1:00 pm Event Series (Higher) Power Lunch with 2239 March 21, 2023 @ 12:30 pm - 1:00 pm Event Series (Higher) Power Lunch with 2239 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, ... Learn More
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Event Series Back to Basics March 21, 2023 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Event Series Back to Basics 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 ... Learn More
10:00 am - 11:00 am Event Series Back to Basics March 22, 2023 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Event Series Back to Basics 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 ... Learn More
11:00 am - 4:00 pm Event Series Mah Jongg with WWHC March 24, 2023 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Event Series Mah Jongg with WWHC 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. Learn More
Featured 11:00 am - 12:30 pm WHC’s EmptyNesters Present: Richard Rabinowitz Featured March 24, 2023 @ 11:00 am - 12:30 pm WHC’s EmptyNesters Present: Richard Rabinowitz WHC's EmptyNesters are pleased to welcome author Richard Rabinowitz via Zoom to discuss his book Objects of Love and Regret. Friday, March 24 at 11:00 am on Zoom. This program is free and open to everyone, but RSVP is required. RSVP HERE Click here to purchase this book through WHC's Mitzvah Mall. About the Book: ... Learn More
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Friday Evening Service (6:30 pm) March 24, 2023 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Friday Evening Service (6:30 pm) 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 ... Learn More
8:30 am - 10:00 am Event Series Early Torah Study March 25, 2023 @ 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. 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 ... Learn More
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Event Series WHC Connections: Haftarah Study Group March 25, 2023 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Event Series WHC Connections: Haftarah Study Group 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. ... Learn More
9:30 am - 10:30 am Event Series Bagels & Coffee With Lew March 26, 2023 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am Event Series Bagels & Coffee With Lew 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, ... Learn More
Featured 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Amram Scholar Series Presents: Martin Indyk Featured March 26, 2023 @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Amram Scholar Series Presents: Martin Indyk WHC welcomes Martin Indyk to the Amram Scholar Series on Sunday, March 26 at Temple. This lecture will also be available by livestream on our streaming page. RSVP This lecture is sponsored by the Dr. Allan and Katherine Schwartzberg Jewish Studies Endowment Fund About the Book More than twenty years have elapsed since the United ... Learn More
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Event Series Jewish Conversations on Diversity, Belonging & Justice March 27, 2023 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Event Series Jewish Conversations on Diversity, Belonging & Justice 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), you can show up for one event or all of them. The conversations will all be held on Zoom, ... Learn More
6:30 pm - 9:00 pm Event Series 12 Jewish Questions (Spring) March 27, 2023 @ 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm Event Series 12 Jewish Questions (Spring) 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 ... Learn More
12:30 pm - 1:00 pm Event Series (Higher) Power Lunch with 2239 March 28, 2023 @ 12:30 pm - 1:00 pm Event Series (Higher) Power Lunch with 2239 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, ... Learn More
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Event Series Freedom Seder March 29, 2023 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Event Series Freedom Seder 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 ... Learn More
11:00 am - 4:00 pm Event Series Mah Jongg with WWHC March 31, 2023 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Event Series Mah Jongg with WWHC 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. Learn More
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Shabbat Evening Service March 31, 2023 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Shabbat Evening Service 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 ... Learn More
8:30 am - 10:00 am Event Series Early Torah Study April 1, 2023 @ 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. 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 ... Learn More
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Event Series WHC Connections: Haftarah Study Group April 1, 2023 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Event Series WHC Connections: Haftarah Study Group 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. ... Learn More
February 26, 2023 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am Event Series Bagels & Coffee With Lew JBSC & Temple Find out more »
Featured Featured February 26, 2023 @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm WHC Presents: Jeff Nussbaum Hybrid – Temple Find out more »
February 27, 2023 @ 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Event Series Hebrew Reading for Adults Online Find out more »
February 28, 2023 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Jewish Family Ambassadors Havdalah Playground Playdate JBSC Find out more »
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March 2, 2023 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm A Community Conversation: Antisemitism in Montgomery County Find out more »
Featured Featured March 3, 2023 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm “Rock of Ages” Shabbat Purim Hybrid – Temple Find out more »
March 4, 2023 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Event Series WHC Connections: Haftarah Study Group Online Find out more »
Featured Featured March 4, 2023 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Event Series Purim Carnival for Families with Young Children JBSC Find out more »
March 5, 2023 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm CANCELED – WHC’s Edlavitch-Tyser Family Relations Forum Presents: Arielle Silverman Temple Find out more »
Featured Featured March 5, 2023 @ 12:00 pm - 2:30 pm Event Series WHC Purim Carnival 2023 JBSC Find out more »
March 5, 2023 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm Women of WHC Present: Nutritionist Janet Zalman, “The Competitive Edge” Temple Find out more »
March 6, 2023 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Jewish Conversations on Diversity, Belonging & Justice Online Find out more »
March 7, 2023 @ 12:30 pm - 1:00 pm Event Series (Higher) Power Lunch with 2239 Online Find out more »
March 11, 2023 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Event Series WHC Connections: Haftarah Study Group Online Find out more »
March 12, 2023 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am Event Series Bagels & Coffee With Lew JBSC & Temple Find out more »
March 12, 2023 @ 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm AIM 2023 Accountability Action with Montgomery County Council members and County Executive Find out more »
Featured Featured March 14, 2023 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Women of WHC Present: Lori Banov Kaufmann Online Find out more »
March 14, 2023 @ 12:30 pm - 1:00 pm Event Series (Higher) Power Lunch with 2239 Online Find out more »
Featured Featured March 17, 2023 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Event Series Falls Rd. Shabbat Hybrid – JBSC Find out more »
March 18, 2023 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Event Series WHC Connections: Haftarah Study Group Online Find out more »
March 21, 2023 @ 12:30 pm - 1:00 pm Event Series (Higher) Power Lunch with 2239 Online Find out more »
Featured Featured March 24, 2023 @ 11:00 am - 12:30 pm WHC’s EmptyNesters Present: Richard Rabinowitz Online Find out more »
March 25, 2023 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Event Series WHC Connections: Haftarah Study Group Online Find out more »
March 26, 2023 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am Event Series Bagels & Coffee With Lew JBSC & Temple Find out more »
Featured Featured March 26, 2023 @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Amram Scholar Series Presents: Martin Indyk Hybrid – Temple Find out more »
March 27, 2023 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Event Series Jewish Conversations on Diversity, Belonging & Justice Online Find out more »
March 28, 2023 @ 12:30 pm - 1:00 pm Event Series (Higher) Power Lunch with 2239 Online Find out more »
April 1, 2023 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Event Series WHC Connections: Haftarah Study Group Online Find out more »
