| | | Happy New Year!
Thank you for continuing to brighten our community. May 2022 bring you happiness, peace, and good health!
As you finalize your end-of-year charitable giving, consider a gift to Federation's 2021 Annual Campaign. Your support will strengthen and sustain vibrant Jewish life in a changing world, and make a tremendous difference for those in need.
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COMMUNITY NEWS & HIGHLIGHTS
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| | | Young Families Noon Year's Eve
Olam Tikvah and PJ Library
Families with children ages 0-5 can join for a family-friendly New Year's celebration, including an interactive show from Mad Science, "Noon" Year's Eve crafts, a countdown to noon with a sparkling grape juice toast, and a take-home kit with everything you need for the first Havdalah of 2022.
Register today
» Friday, December 31st | 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
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| | | NEXUS Applications Are Open!
Federation's Next Gen
In your 20s or 30s and looking to develop your leadership skills? Applications are open for young, aspiring Jewish leaders who express philanthropic passion, unbridled curiosity, and dedication to developing leadership skills and deepening their involvement in the Jewish community.
Apply today
» Applications close Friday, January 14th
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| | | Share your Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service Opportunities
Since 1986, the third Monday in January, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, has commemorated and celebrated Dr. King’s life and commitment to civil rights. Today it is also the only federal holiday designated as a national day of service. We’re compiling MLK Day of Service opportunities (in person and virtual) to help encourage and empower our community members to make a difference! Submit yours to jconnect@shalomdc.org to be listed.
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VIRTUAL EVENTS AND RESOURCES
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| Corduroy at Imagination Stage
PJ Library and Federation
PJ Library families, join us for a performance of Corduroy (based on the beloved book series) at Imagination Stage! Use code JFAM for a $2 discount per ticket. Best for ages 3 - 9. Social distancing and COVID-19 protocols are in place for all locations.
Register today
» Tuesday, December 28th | 11:00 AM
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| Interfaith Comedy Night
Kehilat Pardes: The Rock Creek Synagogue
Join an interfaith gathering of comedians from various faiths telling jokes about their religion and culture. It will be a fun, clean evening, aimed at reducing prejudice and building community as we celebrate the New Year.
Register today
» Saturday, January 1st | 8:00 PM
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| Israel Connections: The Land. The People. The Image.
Federation's Community Shlichim (Israel emissaries) and Pozez JCC
Join the Pozez JCC Senior Shaliach (Israel emissary), Shy Ashkenazi, for a three-session, in-depth look at how we connect to the Jewish homeland. The January session will cover "Who are the People of Israel?" and explore the diversity in Israeli society and wrestle with different parts of this evolving country.
Register today
» Tuesday, January 4th | 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
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VOLUNTEER & BE A FORCE FOR GOOD!
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- Delivering Good
On January 4th from 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM, help Federation partner Bender JCC, Montgomery County Food Council, and Montgomery County Public Schools organize produce and shelf-stable items for delivery to local homes.
- Donate Items for Welcome Home Box Collection for Afghan Refugees
Through MLK Day (Monday, January 17th), Olam Tikvah will collect items for “Welcome Home Boxes” for Afghan families to receive on their first day in their new homes.
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| Our friends at the Washington Jewish Week are offering members of our community a free, one-year subscription. Sign up today!
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| | | Need Support? Call 703-J-CARING: The Jewish Community Support Line
Call (703) J-CARING (703-522-7464) to connect with a professional ready to assist you. Serving residents of DC, MD, and Northern VA, support is available Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. All calls are confidential. Federation, JSSA, and our network of human service organizations are here for you.
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