| | | Rhythms for a New Season: A Message from Federation CEO Gil Preuss
This week, we find ourselves scrambling to adapt to new fall routines, which can feel deeply unsettling. Without the rhythms that normally allow us the space to pause and reflect on where we are going, it seems more important than ever that we find opportunities to create new rituals and connect to sources of meaning and comfort. Jewish life offers us a rhythm that we can rely on, even in unsettling times. I invite you to explore some of the many sources of wisdom in our own community through Wisdom and Reflections for a Very Different New Year. By nurturing and growing our sense of community, we can find new ways to mark the seasons together, with adapted rituals and the comfort of deep roots.
Read Gil’s reflection »
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| | | Wisdom & Reflections for a Very Different New Year
Join Federation and the Washington Board of Rabbis on this road to Rosh Hashanah for Wisdom & Reflection, 29 days of learning guided by the diversity, warmth, and wisdom from rabbis throughout DC, MD, and Northern VA. While we may not be gathering in person to sound the shofar (ram’s horn) each day, we can still celebrate this meaningful transition to a New Year.
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| | | Celebrate Rosh Hashanah with Sunflower Bakery
Order now from Sunflower Bakery to enjoy our delicious, non-dairy kosher holiday desserts and challah. Sunflower's Rosh Hashanah menu includes favorites such as apple and honey cakes, tarts, cupcakes, cookies, French macarons, platters, challah (while supplies last), and more as well as a selected menu of our classics. We also have individual holiday cookie bags. View the Rosh Hashanah menu and pickup options throughout MD/DC/NOVA.
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| | | Federation’s High Holiday Resources
Explore Federation’s High Holiday resources on Jconnect to enrich your celebrations. Find new recipes, tickets for High Holiday services (virtual and in-person), family-friendly activities to engage the kids in meaningful rituals, and more.
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VIRTUAL EVENTS: CONNECT WITH PURPOSE
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| High Holiday Baking with Paula Shoyer
J Pop-Ups, PJ Library, the Edlavitch DCJCC, and the Bender JCC
Join J Pop-Ups, PJ Library, the Edlavitch DCJCC, and the Bender JCC for a morning of High Holiday baking with Paula Shoyer (The Kosher Baker). Paula will teach a step-by-step baking class over Zoom to get you ready for the High Holidays. Sign up by September 1st and receive a free holiday kit!
» Sunday, September 6 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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| Israeli COVID-19 Testing and Tracing Solutions Webinar
Maryland/Israel Development Center
While the world awaits a coronavirus cure, Israeli high-tech companies are developing testing and tracing technologies to better detect and manage the disease. This webinar will feature three COVID-19 technology solution providers, one of which is headquartered in MD.
» Thursday, September 10 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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| The Communal Kvell
Jewish Federations of North America
You are invited to join Jewish communities from around North America for a rare celebration. Connect with like-minded people from across the Federation movement and hear about the impact you’ve had through The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington, especially during this current crisis. And it wouldn’t be a party without our celebrity guests–the Levy family from Schitt’s Creek!
» Wednesday, September 16 | 1:30 PM - 2:15 PM
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| Remembering Together: A Touchpoint to Yizkor
SVIVAH
What is the meaning of Yizkor in these times? Jewish teachings hold that when Yizkor is recited, the veil between the living and the dead is lifted; our loved ones are close and listening. Spend an evening with us as we widen the circle, remembering and engaging in what matters most, for both the living and the lost. We’ll use guided meditation, writing, and discussion to deepen the possibilities that Yizkor holds. Expect an experiential-rich evening together, and know that you will not need to share, unless you choose to do so.
» Wednesday, September 16 | 8:15 PM - 9:30 PM
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| Federation's Young Leadership Board Presents "New Year's Eve" BINGO Night
The Jewish Federation's Young Leadership
Young Leadership and emcees, Emily Benovitz and Josh Brown, invite you to ring in in the New Year for a family-friendly night of virtual BINGO. Join us to celebrate, connect, and learn more about Federation's important work! Your donation of $36 includes five BINGO cards and will support Federation’s Annual Campaign. This event is open to all community members 40 and under.
» Thursday, September 17 | 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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VOLUNTEER & BE A FORCE FOR GOOD!
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Jewish Community Food Drive for Yad Yehuda
Yad Yehuda
Yad Yehuda of Greater Washington is in need of non-perishable items to stock the shelves of the Capital Kosher Pantry, the area's only kosher food pantry. Federation is proud to co-sponsor the Jewish Community Food Drive for Yad Yehuda, together with Edlavitch DCJCC, Adas Israel Congregation, American Friends of Lubavich, DC Minyan, Kesher Israel, Ohev Shalom, Rosh Pina, and Tifereth Israel Congregation. Donations can be dropped off from 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM on Sunday, September 13 in the Edlavitch DCJCC Parking Lot (masks and distancing required) or at any of these locations.
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STRENGTHENING OUR JEWISH COMMUNITY FOR A VIBRANT FUTURE
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Ever since the coronavirus pandemic first struck Greater Washington, Federation has worked swiftly to respond to the growing needs. 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 vital resources and sustain our vital institutions during this time of crisis. Though we cannot know what the future will bring, we remain committed to meeting the pressing needs of our community during times of calm and 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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| | | 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. With one call to (703) J-CARING (703-522-7464), you can connect with a professional ready to assist you in finding the right resources and support from our robust network of partners. 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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