Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at The Jewish Federation! We are so grateful for all you do to keep our community connected, thriving, and vibrant. Wishing you a meaningful, memorable holiday.
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A Message from Federation CEO, Gil Preuss
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| On Gratitude for our Community
"I am thankful that in Jewish Greater Washington, we continue to care for those in need locally, in Israel, and around the world; to elevate diverse voices; to find new ways of connecting with each other; and to build a Jewish community where every member feels that they belong. All the while, we are carefully planning for our shared future, by addressing poverty in our Jewish community, strengthening our communal relationship with Israel, ensuring the accessibility and affordability of engaging in Jewish life, and so much more."
– Federation CEO, Gil Preuss
Missed Gil's full Shabbat message last week? Read it here.
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| COMMUNITY NEWS & HIGHLIGHTS
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Jewish Identity and the American Public Square
Federation and Shalom Hartman Institute
Drawing on the Jewish tradition, this session will explore different frameworks for thinking about who Jews want to be in America. Join Yehuda Kurtzer, president of the Shalom Hartman Institute of North America, and Emily Tamkin, author of Bad Jews: A History of American Jewish Politics and Identities and senior U.S. editor of the New Statesman, in conversation with Gil Preuss, Federation CEO, for a critical and timely conversation on the role of Jewish identity in the American public square.
Register here
» Monday, November 28 | 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM
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EVENTS, RESOURCES, & VOLUNTEERING
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Join the Washington Commanders for Jewish Heritage Days
In support of the Jewish community, the Washington Commanders invite local Jewish organizations and synagogues to FedEx Field for an NFL game day experience! Come enjoy your day with members of the Jewish community while watching some football! Take advantage of the Commanders' best ticketing discounts for their upcoming games against the Atlanta Falcons and New York Giants!
Purchase tickets here
» Sunday, November 27 | 1:00 PM
» Saturday, December 17 or Sunday, December 18 | Time TBD
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LINKS: Connecting Through Jewish Study
Bender JCC and Greater Washington Community Kollel
Discover the timeless wisdom of the Jewish tradition with the dynamic study of personally relevant, meaningful, and life-impacting topics. LINKS offers men and women of all backgrounds an opportunity to discover or deepen their knowledge of Judaism by studying weekly with a knowledgeable study partner or small group.
Learn more and register here
» Wednesday, November 30 | 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
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| VOLUNTEER AND BE A FORCE FOR GOOD
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Community Thanksgiving Meal
St. Alban's Episcopal Church and Washington Hebrew Congregation
Still need somewhere to go for Thanksgiving? Want to lend a helping hand to your community? In partnership with St. Alban's Episcopal Church, Washington Hebrew Congregation is resuming their annual Community Thanksgiving Dinner on Thanksgiving Day. Dinner will be served at St. Alban's and is open to anyone.
Learn more here
» Thursday, November 24 | 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
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Handmade for the Homeless — The Big Count
Edlavitch DC JCC
Federation partner, EDCJCC, has been working all year to create hundreds of beautiful warm winter items to benefit those experiencing poverty and homelessness in the DC area, and now it's time to inventory the end result. If you have finished items at home, this is the deadline to get them into this year's count.
Register here
» Sunday, December 4 | 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM
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Bring Some Warmth to Your Friends and Neighbors in NeedCapital Kosher Pantry and Yad Yehuda
Please help Yad Yehuda stock the Capital Kosher Pantry for their Cold Weather Food Drive. Donate warm food and beverages to aid the number of families and individuals in need of assistance. Items can be dropped off in community donation bins or ordered online and shipped directly.
Learn more here
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| MEET WITH ELECTED OFFICIALS
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Lox and Legislators
Jewish Community Relations Council and Temple Rodef Shalom
Meet and mingle with federal, state, and local Virginia elected officials to discuss Federation partner JCRC's 2023 legislative agenda.
Learn more and register here
» Tuesday, December 6 | 7:30 AM – 9:30 AM
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| Schmooze and Nosh
Jewish Community Relations Council and Congregation Har Shalom
Schmooze and nosh with Federation partner, JCRC, and discuss advocacy efforts with federal, state, and local Maryland elected officials.
Learn more and register here
» Friday, December 9 | 7:30 AM – 9:30 AM
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| FEDERATION IS HERE FOR YOU
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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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