In this issue of Together & Connected, Federation’s weekly newsletter:
- News from Federation: Stand with Israel, #GivingTuesday, and a conversation about morality and peoplehood during a time of war.
- Opportunities to engage this Chanukah.
- Upcoming events and community resources.
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FEDERATION NEWS & UPDATES
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| Federation Stands with Israel
The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington is grateful for the long overdue release of 41 hostages after over 50 days of captivity by Hamas. We pray for the swift mental and physical healing of these individuals as they return to their families and communities. At the same time, we continue to demand the immediate release of the more than 200 others still being held hostage by Hamas. We will not rest until every hostage is returned to their loved ones.
Learn more about Federation's work to support Israel
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Double Your Impact on #GivingTuesday!
#GivingTuesday, the global movement focused on acts of kindness and charitable giving, is tomorrow, November 28th. Federation is mobilizing Jewish Greater Washington to address our greatest needs – locally, in Israel, and overseas. This year's generous match will double the impact of your giving to ensure a vibrant and secure Jewish community.
Double your impact now
» Tuesday, November 28
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Morality & Peoplehood in a Time of War
Join President of Shalom Hartman Institute, Donniel Hartman, Rabbis Lauren Holtzblatt and Aaron Alexander of Adas Israel Congregation, and Federation CEO, Gil Preuss, for a conversation about the critical questions of this moment, the obligations of Jewish peoplehood, and the moral considerations related to fighting a just war.
Register here
» Wednesday, December 6 | 7:00 PM
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Chanukah is almost here! Visit our Chanukah page for recipes, events (virtual and in person), family-friendly activities, and more. Read on for featured resources to light up all eight nights!
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| Tiny Lights: Tales for Chanukah
Join Federation partner Edlavitch DCJCC's Theater J, to celebrate the joy of Chanukah and the power of the imagination at an interactive workshop with three masterful storytellers who will bring us into the magical world of Isaac Beshevis Singer’s famed folktales. This show is best suited for families with children ages 4-9, though all are welcome.
Register here
» Sunday, December 3 | 10:00 AM and 11:30 AM
» Saturday, December 9 | 10:00 AM and 11:30 AM
» Sunday, December 10 | 10:00 AM and 11:30 AM
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Virtual Chanukah Candle Lightings
Light up the night (virtually) during eight nights of Chanukah with Federation partners, Bender JCC, Edlavitch DCJCC, and Pozez JCC of Northern VA. Whether or not you have your own Chanukiah (candelabra lit for Chanukah) to light, please join us each night as we spread light throughout Greater Washington.
Learn more here
» Thursday, December 7 – Thursday, December 14
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"Nir Yitzhak," by Limor Schnormacher
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Enveloped in Light: A Chanukah Tribute to the Israelis of
the Gaza Envelope
In the spirit of Chanukah, when we seek to illuminate the darkness with light, Rockville, MD's B’nai Israel Congregation will exhibit eight pieces of art depicting the beauty of different communities in the Gaza Envelope (Otef Aza), the region around Gaza which includes many villages and kibbutzim that were directly impacted by the attacks of October 7th. Prints will be available for purchase and all proceeds will be donated.
Learn more and purchase prints here
» Thursday, December 7 – Thursday, December 14
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COMMUNITY EVENTS & RESOURCES
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Summer Camp Grant Applications Now Open for 2024!
One Happy Camper grants for summer 2024 are now available! First-time campers are eligible for up to $1,000 from The Jewish Federation and the Foundation for Jewish Camp's One Happy Camper incentive grant program. If applying for a child who attends day school, your application must include a valid PJ Library Goes to Camp Code (for more information on this, please contact pjgtc@hgf.org).
Learn more here
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Winter 2024 Beyond the Tent Retreat
Federation partner, GatherDC’s Beyond the Tent Retreat, is a creative and interactive weekend that brings together Jewish 20s and 30s from across the DMV at a retreat center to explore what it means to be Jewish today, unpack 21st century American Judaism, and dive into authentic models for expressing that identity.
Applications open Wednesday, November 29th
» Friday, February 2 – Sunday, February 4
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