| Federation’s High Holiday Resources
Enrich your celebrations! We’ve got you covered with new recipes, family-friendly activities to engage the kids in meaningful rituals, and more.
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FEATURED EVENTS & RESOURCES
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| | | Come Together at Federation's General Assembly
The Jewish Federations of North America
What if you could help shape the future for the Jewish community as we know it? Attend this year’s virtual GA to join world-class thinkers, celebrities, and other changemakers who are passionate about our Jewish community.
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| | | GatherNoVA
GatherDC
Northern Virginia is a big place and finding your people can be hard. Throw a pandemic into the mix and the isolation and lack of community might feel overwhelming. GatherNoVA can help you connect to all things Jewish in the region. Topics include; jobs, housing, community, synagogues, rabbis, Jewish food, events, and more.
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| | | 703-J-CARING: The Jewish Community Support Line
When you feel overwhelmed or uncertain about your options, Federation, JSSA, and the 703-J-CARING Support Line Partner Network of human service organizations are here for you. Call (703) J-CARING (703-522-7464) to connect with a professional ready to assist you. Serving residents of DC, MD, and Northern VA, 703-J-CARING is accessible Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM and all calls are confidential.
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VIRTUAL EVENTS: CONNECT WITH PURPOSE
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| The Second Wave in Israel’s Arab Society: COVID-19 on the Medical and Community Frontlines
Greater Washington Forum on Israeli Arab Issues
With COVID-19 infection rates rising dramatically in recent weeks, Israel implemented a three-week nation-wide lockdown over the High Holidays. In contrast to the first wave, when the number of cases in Arab society remained relatively low, Arab communities now account for 75% of Israel’s "red zones." Learn how Arab medical professionals and community leaders are working to flatten the curve in the face of deepening social and economic strains.
» Tuesday, October 6 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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| Sukkot “Grandfriend” Program
PJ Library, Bender JCC, Edlavitch DCJCC, Pozez JCC’s Growing Jewish Families, and The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington
Gather in our virtual sukkah for a multi-generational event for kids and their “grandfriends.” We will bake apple cider donut muffins, hear a story, and celebrate together.
» Tuesday, October 6 | 4:00 PM - 4:45 PM
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| Taste The High Holidays: Pickling and Learning About Food Waste
Edlavitch DCJCC
Join Amanda Herring, the EDJCC’s Manager of Jewish life, and Sonya Weisburd, Director of Social Justice and Volunteer Programs, to learn all about pickling and preserving for the Sukkot harvest festival, food waste in the DC area, and what you can do to take action!
» Tuesday, October 6 | 6:30 PM - 7:15 PM
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| Singing in the Sukkah
2 For Seder
Three singers, two rabbis, and one virtual sukkah. The perfect event to share with guests of different faiths, either in your socially-distanced sukkah or virtually. Together we can fight against anti-Semitism through joyful connections.
» Tuesday, October 6 | 7:00 PM
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VOLUNTEER & BE A FORCE FOR GOOD!
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High Holiday Community Food Drive
Organizations throughout Greater Washington
During Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur, our Jewish community can fulfill the mitzvah (good deed) of helping those who are in need in our community. Federation is pleased to present a list of local synagogues and Jewish organizations offering food and other donation opportunities. Explore what our community has to offer, and find the opportunity that works best for you.
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Help Needed Delivering Fresh Produce
Groceries are harder to come by now with new transportation obstacles and so many families struggling economically, but you can make a difference. A Wider Circle, in partnership with the Capital Area Food Bank, are looking for volunteers to deliver fresh produce to our neighbors in Southeast DC hardest hit by the pandemic. Two people per car are required for this activity.
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STRENGTHENING OUR JEWISH COMMUNITY FOR A VIBRANT FUTURE
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Federation remains committed to meeting our community’s changing needs in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. Thanks to the generosity of donors to Federation's Annual Campaign, we have been able to support the most vulnerable members of our Jewish Greater Washington community with crucial resources and sustain our vital institutions during this time of crisis. Every gift to Federation’s 2020 Annual Campaign will help see us through this pandemic and into a vibrant Jewish future.
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| | | Vote for The Best of Jewish Washington
The Jewish Federation is honored to have been nominated as one of the best nonprofits in Jewish Washington. Vote for us and help select the winners in all the categories. Voting closes on Sunday, October 11, at 11:59 PM.
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