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CHANUKAH & COMMUNITY HIGHLIGHTS
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| | | 8 Nights of Lights
Federation, Bender JCC, Edlavitch DCJCC, and Pozez JCCNV
Join community members from around the DMV for a virtual Chanukah candle lightning. Each night will feature different community members leading the Chanukah blessings. Register today.
» Through December 17 | 5:30 PM
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| | | Hebrew Home of Greater Washington Named a 2020-21 U.S. News & World Report Best Nursing Home
Mazel tov to the Hebrew Home of Greater Washington on their recognition as a Best Nursing Home for 2020-21 by U.S. News & World Report! The Hebrew Home was one of only 708 nursing homes nationwide to earn distinctions for both short-term rehabilitation and long-term care. Read the full press release from Federation partner Charles E. Smith Life Communities for more on this well-deserved recognition.
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| | | A Message from Federation CEO, Gil Preuss
This year asked a lot of you—and you responded with generosity of spirit and resources. Your trust in Federation allowed us to put some of our fundamental beliefs into action and help our community function as more than the sum of its parts. But as proud as I am of our community’s response to an incredibly challenging year, I know our work is far from over. We need to keep our stamina and our compassion up, which is why I am asking you to give. If you have already given to our Annual Campaign, please consider making an additional gift. If you have not yet done so, please take a moment to visit shalomdc.org/donate and give what you are able.
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VIRTUAL EVENTS & RESOURCES: CELEBRATE AND CONNECT WITH PURPOSE
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| Chanukah Concert – Live Music!
Bender JCC of Greater Washington
Enjoy the beautiful sounds of live Ladino, Yiddish, and Hebrew songs, bringing joy and ruach (spirit) to this holiday with featured guest performers, Susan Gaeta, David Shneyer, and Frieda Enoch. The musical celebration will be followed by candle-lighting and blessings. If you’d like to join, have your menorahs and candles ready! Ticket cost is $10.
» Wednesday, December 16 | 4:30 PM
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| Chanukah Laughs with The Bible Players
Agudas Achim Congregation
Adults of all ages will enjoy this hilarious Comedy Variety Show! With a mixture of award-winning stand-up comedy, Hebrew mistranslation, “adult” Torah stories, and interactive improv games, this show will make everyone laugh about Jewish holidays, living in Israel, and going to Jewish summer camp! Please register for Zoom info.
» Thursday, December 17 | 8:00 PM
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VOLUNTEER & BE A FORCE FOR GOOD!
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Food Collection for Capital Kosher Pantry
Yad Yehuda of Greater Washington
Yad Yehuda's Capital Kosher Pantry serves needy individuals and families across the entire Washington area Jewish community, with collection locations for non-perishable foods throughout the Greater Washington area. Help community members who are experiencing food insecurity by making a food donation.
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December 25th Day of Service
Edlavitch DCJCC
Join Edlavitch DCJCC’s largest volunteer event of the year to volunteer at a social service agencies in the metro-DC area to prepare and serve meals, sing carols, visit home-bound seniors, throw holiday parties, play bingo, and deliver holiday cheer to those in need. For more information about accessibility, including to request ASL translation, please contact Joy Stein at joys@edcjcc.org at least 7 days prior to the event. If you have questions, email Sonya at sonyaw@edcjcc.org.
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STRENGTHENING OUR JEWISH COMMUNITY FOR A VIBRANT FUTURE
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| Join Federation in our critical work to strengthen and sustain vibrant Jewish life in a rapidly changing world. As you finalize your end-of-year charitable giving decisions, please consider supporting our Jewish community with a gift to Federation's 2020 Annual Campaign. To make your Federation gift through the Combined Federal Campaign, use CFC #71158.
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| | | Our Jewish Community is Here For You. If You Need Support, Call 703-J-CARING: The Jewish Community Support Line
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, support is accessible Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM and all calls are confidential.
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