Events for July, 2017
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Personal Fina...Personal Finance in Your Twenties and Thirties: Beth KoblinerThe New York Times bestseller Get a Financial Life: Personal Finance in Your Twenties and Thirties (originally published in 1996) is the financial bible for young people, laying out in simple, no-nonsense terms, exactly what they need to know. |
Mandy Len Cat...Mandy Len Catron and Ada CalhounWhat really makes love last? Authors and contributors to the New York Times “Modern Love” column Mandy Len Catron and Ada Calhoun offer their takes in a lovely conversation. |
6th Street Mi...6th Street MinyanRabbi Suzy leads a laid-back, egalitarian minyan with musician Gavri-Tov Yares. This service combines many of the popular melodies from 6th in the City and Good Soul Shabbats while incorporating new tunes with an international flair. |
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6th Street Mi...6th Street MinyanA relaxed, musical Friday night service led by Rabbi Suzy and musician Aaron Shneyer. After services, enjoy an oneg with snacks, challah, and wine. |
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Dinner UnpluggedDinner UnpluggedEnjoy a laid-back and alternative experience, power off your phone, and unplug with good old-fashioned conversation over a delicious meal from Vapiano. BYOB and get some IRL face time with new people over games, conversation starters, and more. |
Man’s Attempt...Man’s Attempt at ThoughtfulnessCombining spirituality, psychology, modern masculinity, and good scotch, Rabbi Scott brings a group of men together to attempt some thoughtfulness about life’s more important questions. |
Shabbasana™: ...Shabbasana™: Pre-Shabbat YogaPrepare your mind and body for Shabbat with Jewish-inspired yoga led by yoga instructor, Dan Kapner. 6th in the Ci...6th in the City Shabbat: Intern EditionMusical and interactive service with Rabbi Shira and musician Aaron Shneyer. Enjoy appetizers and cocktails before the 7:15 pm service. |
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Harry Potter ...Harry Potter and The Sacred TextWhat if we read the books we love as if they were sacred texts? What would we learn? How might they change us? Harry Potter and the Sacred Text is a podcast the reads Harry Potter, the best-selling series of all time, as if it was a sacred text. Trivia Under ...Trivia Under the StarsFrom sports to pop culture, geography to politics, we’ll test your knowledge of it all outdoors in the heart of NOMA at Wunder Garten. Coming solo? Sit at the “Mix & Match” table to meet new people and share your brainpower. |
Serve Others ...Serve Others with Sixth & IServe breakfast at So Others Might Eat (SOME), an organization that works to end chronic homelessness in DC. Lies My Hebre...Lies My Hebrew School Teacher Told MeJews don’t believe in Heaven or Hell? You can’t be buried in a Jewish cemetery if you’re tattooed? The challah (bread) on the Shabbat table is embarrassed? The Hardest C...The Hardest ConversationExplore the birth of both Jewish and Palestinian national aspirations and their divergent experiences of Israel’s founding: the War of Independence and the Nakba (“catastrophe” in Arabic) , respectively. Discuss the ways historical narratives live on today, how they shape the negotiating table, and whether mutual recognition of these narratives might help pave a path forward. This class will be taught by Rabbi Shira and Obada Shtaya of OneVoice International. |
Good Soul Sha...Good Soul ShabbatMusicians Aaron Shneyer and Michal Bilick offer soulful acoustic music, deep spirituality, and a thoughtful service to DC. After services, fill our sanctuary with the spirited sound of new tunes and old favorites. |
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RideRideThe famed British rock band reunites after years apart for a tour that showcases a new era for the band’s music. Initially known for its part in the early 1990s “shoegazing” scene in England, Ride’s debut album, Nowhere, is noted as one of the greatest albums of the genre. |
Monumental Mo...Monumental Mondays: Jefferson MemorialIn addition to penning the Declaration of Independence, Thomas Jefferson is perhaps best known for his ardent support of religious freedom and his role in shaping the First Amendment. His personal views of Christianity and Judaism are complex and sometimes quite critical and his relationship to slavery has called into question his commitment to liberty. In this ongoing series about the founding fathers and their faith, learn how Jefferson’s diverse religious beliefs shaped the foundation of America democracy. Grab a picnic dinner and a blanket and meet Rabbi Suzy at the Jefferson Memorial. |
Mitch AlbomMitch AlbomOn the occasion of the 20th anniversary of the publication of Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life’s Greatest Lesson, a new edition commemorating the milestone is being published. |
Kindness Coll...Kindness Collective Welcome Meeting
Do you aspire to be a reliable friend? The soup bringer or gift giver? The one who visits people when they’re sick or shows up to help them move that More +
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Xavier Rudd: ...Xavier Rudd: The Change Coming TourWarm, powerful and emotive are just a few ways to describe Rudd’s acclaimed music. The multi-instrumentalist has become known for energetic and soulful live performances and this upcoming appearance should deliver no less. |
Downtown ShabbatDowntown ShabbatA Carlebach-inspired service led by Chazzan Larry Paul and musician Robyn Helzner, followed by dinner and Shabbat singing. |
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DC Roots: Exp...DC Roots: Exploring Urban FarmingFresh produce is something we can all enjoy, but it isn’t something everyone in DC has equal access to. Learn about food justice and urban farming as we cycle to Northeast DC for a tour of East Capitol Urban Farm. Following the tour, help harvest fresh greens to deliver to DC Central Kitchen and enjoy a local, sustainably sourced vegetarian meal by DC native chef and restaurateur, Shawn Lightfoot of Art-drenaline Cafe. |
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SiriusXM’s Co...SiriusXM’s Coffee House Live Tour: Joshua Radin & Rachael Yamagata
Love and its complications have long proven to be Joshua Radin‘s songwriting forte. Though he never intended to be a live performer, there was little choice when the first song he More +
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6th Street Mi...6th Street MinyanRabbi Shira will lead a laid-back, egalitarian minyan. This service will combine many of the most popular melodies from 6th in the City Shabbat, creating an unique service with a familiar feel. After services, enjoy an oneg with snacks, challah, and wine. |
CANCELED: Kic...CANCELED: Kicks & Wicks: Tailgate, Game, & HavdallahPut on your game face to cheer for the DC United soccer team as they take on the Toronto FC. Meet at Sixth & I’s tailgate tent for drinks and snacks before the game. Rabbi Suzy will lead a spiritual Havdalah service on the field following the game. |
