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Friday Night ...

Friday Night Shabbat Services with MesorahDC

A traditional service with soulful melodies, contemporary insights, and stories, followed by dinner. Separate seating for women and men during the service.

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Saturday Morn...

Saturday Morning Services with MesorahDC

Service with soulful melodies and contemporary insights. Separate seating for men and women during services.

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Café Nite

Café Nite

Over dinner, MesorahDC offers Hebrew lessons, bar and bat mitzvah training, and study sessions.

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The Divine Er...

The Divine Eroticism of Kabbalah and Jewish Mysticism

For centuries, Kabbalah was thought to be far too powerful and too sexually charged to share with the masses. But why was it so secretive? In a class led by Rabbi Gil Steinlauf, explore basic concepts from Kabbalah including teachings from the Zohar that provide spiritual insight and wisdom for living.

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Jen Sincero

Jen Sincero

From the #1 New York Times bestselling author comes You Are a Badass Every Day, a pocket-size book of inspiration and guidance to keep your transformation on track.

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6th in the Ci...

6th in the City Shabbat

Musical and interactive service with Rabbi Shira and musician Aaron Shneyer. Enjoy appetizers and drinks before the 7:00 pm service.

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CANCELED: Caf...

CANCELED: Café Nite

Over dinner, MesorahDC offers Hebrew lessons, bar and bat mitzvah training, and study sessions.

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Ari Shaffir’s...

Ari Shaffir’s Renamed Storyteller Show

Through long-form storytelling, Ari Shaffir and other comedians share true and scintillating stories from some of the funniest people on Earth.

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Friend Request

Friend Request

Connect with other local women at our ever-popular speed-friend-making event.

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Jean Case

Jean Case

In Be Fearless, the philanthropist, investor, and technology pioneer brings to life five principles common to the people and organizations that change the world.

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MLK Shabbat

MLK Shabbat

This moving service with Turner Memorial AME Church, which worshiped in Sixth & I’s building for five decades, commemorates the spirit and work of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and Rabbi Abraham Joshua Heschel.

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Café Nite

Café Nite

Over dinner, MesorahDC offers Hebrew lessons, bar and bat mitzvah training, and study sessions.

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Let’s T...

Let’s Talk About Sex

When it comes to sex, it’s not always clear what kind of sex Judaism considers sacred. In this class led by Rabbi Avi Strausberg, explore how rabbinic texts can be applied to contemporary relationships.

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Mick Jenkins with Special Guest Kari Faux

Drawing inspiration from early-20th century poets and hip-hop’s most powerful voices, the Chicago-based rapper pursues a unified theory of hip-hop on his new album, Pieces of a Man.

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U Up? Podcast

U Up? Podcast

From apps to relationships to social media, Jordana Abraham and Jared Freid offer a fresh take on modern dating in this Betches Media podcast designed to help you not die alone.

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Matt Sesow

Matt Sesow

The DC-based artist speaks as part of the Creative Mornings/DC breakfast lecture series.

Downtown Shabbat

Downtown Shabbat

A musical service led by Chazzan Larry Paul and musician Robyn Helzner, followed by dinner and Shabbat singing. Enjoy appetizers and cocktails before the 6:45 pm service. Open to all.

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Shabbat: Pure...

Shabbat: Pure & Simple

Rabbi Jesse guides a learner’s service at a relaxed pace that allows for thoughtful prayer in a comfortable, spiritual setting.

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UCB Intro to Improv

This two-hour workshop is a crash course in long-form improv comedy, taught by an instructor by the Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre.

Upright Citiz...

Upright Citizens Brigade Touring Company

The acclaimed comedy troupe showcases some of the nation’s best improv.

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Café Nite

Café Nite

Over dinner, MesorahDC offers Hebrew lessons, bar and bat mitzvah training, and study sessions.

What it Takes...

What it Takes: Amidah

In this two-part class led by Rabbi Jesse, learn what it takes to understand the poetic meaning of these ancient and sacred words and the traditional body movements that accompany them.

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RESCHEDULED: Interfaith Couples Workshop

Rabbi Shira facilitates a guided, nonjudgmental space for Jews and their non-Jewish partners to learn and grow together and as individuals.

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RESCHEDULED: Man’s Attempt at Mindfulness

Using the teachings of Mussar—where ancient wisdom meets contemporary self help—Rabbi Jesse brings a group of men together to discuss life’s important questions and practice personal growth.

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CANCELED: Washington Confidential: For Employees of the Federal Government

If you are a federal employee acutely feeling the impact of the government shutdown, then this confidential opportunity to talk with other government workers is for you. Moderated by Rabbi Jack Moline, who has decades of experience serving the needs of those who work in government, this session is a chance to air your concerns and find support.

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Friday Night ...

Friday Night Shabbat Services with MesorahDC

A traditional service with soulful melodies, contemporary insights, and stories, followed by dinner. Separate seating for women and men during the service.

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Saturday Morn...

Saturday Morning Services with MesorahDC

Service with soulful melodies and contemporary insights. Separate seating for men and women during services.

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