Events for May, 2020
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Morning Inten...Morning Intention-Setting and PrayersStart the work day with meaning as we come together to (virtually) connect and reflect. Rabbi Shira and Aaron Shneyer lead a few of the traditional morning prayers and share kavvanot (intentions). |
Morning Mindf...Morning Mindfulness & GratitudeRabbi Jesse leads a guided meditation, short morning blessings of gratitude, and some spiritual reflections from Jewish tradition to help set the tone for the rest of your day. |
POSTPONED: To...POSTPONED: Today, Explained – LiveIn a live recording of Vox’s daily explainer podcast, host Sean Rameswaram will interview a newsmaker, expert, or journalist about the most important stories of the day, week, or year. |
Morning Inten...Morning Intention-Setting and PrayersStart off the work day with some spiritual work as we come together to connect (virtually) and reflect. Rabbi Aaron leads a few of the traditional morning prayers, shares a couple of kavvanot (intentions) and leads a short journaling exercise. Dating (or No...Dating (or Not) During a PandemicBeing single can be hard. Being single during a global pandemic can be even harder. Rabbi Aaron discusses the challenges and opportunities this moment presents in a conversation with the Lisa Bonos, dating and relationships writer for The Washington Post. CANCELED: Wat...CANCELED: Watkins Family HourBest known as members of the GRAMMY-Award winning bluegrass group Nickel Creek, siblings Sean and Sara Watkins keep it in the family on brother sister. |
Madame GandhiMadame GandhiListed among Forbes Music 30 Under 30, Madame Gandhi is an artist and activist who has toured drumming for M.I.A, Thievery Corporation, Oprah Winfrey’s 2020 Vision Stadium Tour, and others. Shabbat at Ho...Shabbat at Home ResourcesOn this first Friday of the month, our religious programming staff is welcoming Shabbat with their families, but we have plenty of resources to help you lead your own service. |
Shabbat: Day OffShabbat: Day OffThis come one, come all Shabbat offering has something for everyone, whether you’re looking to dive deep into the week’s teachings, get more acquainted with Saturday morning services, or introduce kids to Shabbat rituals. Lunch to follow. HavdallahHavdallahRabbi Jesse and Rabbi Stephanie Crawley of the Micah Storefront Project lead virtual havdallah, a weekly ritual that helps us transition out of Shabbat. Sing, connect, and share a few reflections as we begin a new week together. |
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Morning Inten...Morning Intention-Setting and PrayersStart the work day with meaning as we come together to (virtually) connect and reflect. Rabbi Shira and Aaron Shneyer lead a few of the traditional morning prayers and share kavvanot (intentions). Rabbi vs. Jed...Rabbi vs. Jedi: Star Wars Through a Jewish LensOn this unofficial nerd holiday of May the 4th, Rabbi Aaron leads a text-based exploration of the Jewish elements of the Star Wars films. |
Morning Mindf...Morning Mindfulness & GratitudeRabbi Jesse leads a guided meditation, short morning blessings of gratitude, and some spiritual reflections from Jewish tradition to help set the tone for the rest of your day. |
Journalism in...Journalism in the Time of COVID-19What does it take to operate a virtual newsroom? In a conversation with Rabbi Shira Stutman, Jeffrey Goldberg, editor-in-chief of The Atlantic, unpacks what it means to run a media company right now—pulling back the curtain on what it takes, the stakes, and what has changed about media since the world turned upside down. |
Morning Inten...Morning Intention-Setting and PrayersStart off the work day with some spiritual work as we come together to connect (virtually) and reflect. Rabbi Aaron leads a few of the traditional morning prayers, shares a couple of kavvanot (intentions) and leads a short journaling exercise. CANCELED: Tor...CANCELED: Tori AmosResistance: A Songwriter’s Story of Hope, Change, and Courage shares how the multiplatinum singer-songwriter has managed to create meaningful, politically resonant work against patriarchal power structures across her career. Patience in a...Patience in a Time of UncertaintyAs days blend together and the movement of time feels like it has morphed, it can be harder to both exercise patience in the face of anxiety, and also to know when it’s time for some righteous impatience. Together with Rabbi Jesse, explore some of the radical ideas Jewish spirituality offers about patience and learn some practices that can help cultivate a greater sense of balance. |
Cat JaniceCat Janice
Broadcasted live from the artists’ living room, this show is part of Sixth & I’s new weekly concert series designed to shine a spotlight on the best local talent. Stream More +
POSTPONED: Ra...POSTPONED: Rabbi Shira’s 10th Anniversary ShabbatAt this uplifting, spiritual, and musical service led by Rabbi Aaron and musician Aaron Shneyer, come together to pay tribute to a decade of Rabbi Shira’s impactful work and the radically welcoming environment she’s built at Sixth & I. Shabbat: Brea...Shabbat: Break AwayThis virtual service led by Rabbi Aaron and musician Aaron Shneyer is lighter on prayer and has a less structured and more casual vibe than a traditional service. |
CANCELED: Ter...CANCELED: Terry Riley & Gyan RileyKnown as the “Father of Minimalism,” revered composer and multi-instrumentalist Terry Riley performs with his son, guitarist Gyan Riley, to delve into classical minimalism, jazz, Indian ragas, and more. HavdallahHavdallahRabbi Shira leads virtual havdallah, a weekly ritual that helps us transition out of Shabbat. Sing, connect, and share a few reflections as we begin a new week together. |
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Morning Inten...Morning Intention-Setting and PrayersStart the work day with meaning as we come together to (virtually) connect and reflect. Rabbi Shira and Aaron Shneyer lead a few of the traditional morning prayers and share kavvanot (intentions). |
Morning Mindf...Morning Mindfulness & GratitudeRabbi Jesse leads a guided meditation, short morning blessings of gratitude, and some spiritual reflections from Jewish tradition to help set the tone for the rest of your day. Sixth & ...Sixth & I Virtual Trivia NightFrom sports and pop culture to geography and politics, we’ll test your knowledge of it all from the comfort of your own homes. |
Hate of Pande...Hate of Pandemic ProportionsIn a conversation with Amy Spitalnick, Executive Director of Integrity First for America, and Rabbi Shira explore how far-right extremist groups are exploiting this pandemic to spread fear and hate online and off and learn about measures we can take to stop it and to protect ourselves and vulnerable populations. |
Morning Inten...Morning Intention-Setting and PrayersStart off the work day with some spiritual work as we come together to connect (virtually) and reflect. Rabbi Aaron leads a few of the traditional morning prayers, shares a couple of kavvanot (intentions) and leads a short journaling exercise. Oh, for God&#...Oh, for God’s Sake: Belief in a World of SufferingWhy do bad things happen to good people? What does it mean to believe in, not believe in, or feel angry at God during a time of great suffering and death? With Rabbi Jesse, dive into the Hebrew Bible’s Book of Job to explore these difficult questions. VIRTUAL: John...VIRTUAL: John MoeIn The Hilarious World of Depression, the host of the hit podcast of the same name brings depression’s universal themes to light, including struggles with identity, the challenges of work-life balance, and the lack of understanding of symptoms through his own personal story as well as insights from interviews with comics, musicians, and public figures who are among the millions who have experienced the disease. |
Lauren CalveLauren Calve
Broadcasted live from the artists’ living room, this show is part of Sixth & I’s new weekly concert series designed to shine a spotlight on the best local talent. Stream More +
Shabbat: Good...Shabbat: Good SoulTraditional and contemplative, this egalitarian service led by Rabbi Jesse offers a deep sense of focus and intention, aided by stirring music from Aaron Shneyer. |
CANCELED: Dan...CANCELED: Danilo Pérez’s Global MessengersThe jazz piano master and UNESCO Artist for Peace leads an international sextet boasting musicians from Palestine, Greece, Jordan, and Panama with the goal of building community through music. HavdallahHavdallahRabbi Aaron leads virtual havdallah, a weekly ritual that helps us transition out of Shabbat. Sing, connect, and share a few reflections as we begin a new week together. |
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Morning Inten...Morning Intention-Setting and PrayersStart the work day with meaning as we come together to (virtually) connect and reflect. Rabbi Shira and Aaron Shneyer lead a few of the traditional morning prayers and share kavvanot (intentions). |
Morning Mindf...Morning Mindfulness & GratitudeRabbi Jesse leads a guided meditation, short morning blessings of gratitude, and some spiritual reflections from Jewish tradition to help set the tone for the rest of your day. VIRTUAL: Symo...VIRTUAL: Symone SandersIn her rousing call to leadership, No, You Shut Up: Speaking Truth to Power and Reclaiming America, the senior advisor for former Vice President Joe Biden’s 2020 presidential campaign rallies the young and the young at heart to find their authentic voice and use it to both fight ideological battles more effectively and to resist those who try to silence them. Three Rabbis,...Three Rabbis, Six Opinions
Participants will receive a Zoom link to the virtual class in their confirmation email, 48 hours, 2 hours, and 10 minutes before the class begins. Fleeing from a death sentence, More +
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Morning Inten...Morning Intention-Setting and PrayersStart off the work day with some spiritual work as we come together to connect (virtually) and reflect. Rabbi Aaron leads a few of the traditional morning prayers, shares a couple of kavvanot (intentions) and leads a short journaling exercise. Jewish Flavor...Jewish Flavor: A Very Shavuot ShabbatThe week before Shavuot, Chef Vered Guttman honors the Ashkenazi tradition of eating dairy dishes on the holiday by demonstrating how to make Israeli-style tiramisu, sweet potato and goat cheese tartine, and more. |
Annie StokesAnnie Stokes
Broadcasted live from the artists’ living room, this show is part of Sixth & I’s new weekly concert series designed to shine a spotlight on the best local talent. Stream More +
Shabbat: Hit ...Shabbat: Hit ResetBlending contemporary and traditional elements, this inclusive service led by Rabbi Shira and musician Aaron Shneyer is designed to foster community in a thoughtful, accessible, and radically welcoming setting. |
HavdallahHavdallahRabbi Jesse and Rabbi Stephanie Crawley of the Micah Storefront Project lead virtual havdallah, a weekly ritual that helps us transition out of Shabbat. Sing, connect, and share a few reflections as we begin a new week together. |
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Morning Mindf...Morning Mindfulness & GratitudeRabbi Jesse leads a guided meditation, short morning blessings of gratitude, and some spiritual reflections from Jewish tradition to help set the tone for the rest of your day. VIRTUAL: Dr. ...VIRTUAL: Dr. Vivek Murthy, 19th Surgeon General of the U.S.In Together: The Healing Power of Human Connection in a Sometimes Lonely World, the former Surgeon General of the U. S. illustrates the importance of human connection, the hidden impact of loneliness on our health, and the social power of community. Dr. Murthy will speak with Rabbi Aaron about loneliness among those in their 20s and 30s and the role of communal and faith institutions in combatting this public health issue during this global crisis and beyond. |
Erev ShavuotErev ShavuotMorning Mindf...Morning Mindfulness & GratitudeRabbi Jesse leads a guided meditation, short morning blessings of gratitude, and some spiritual reflections from Jewish tradition to help set the tone for the rest of your day. The TEN: An A...The TEN: An Alternative Shavuot ExperienceCelebrate The TEN, our innovative take on the holiday of Shavuot. This thought-provoking evening will feature a conversation with The Art of Gathering author Priya Parker and Rabbi Shira on the power of gathering, the role of religion and faith in building meaningful community, and reflections on what this moment might mean for how we choose to gather moving forward. Following the discussion, stay for a full night of virtual learning and fun. |
The TEN: An A...The TEN: An Alternative Shavuot ExperienceCelebrate The TEN, our innovative take on the holiday of Shavuot. This thought-provoking evening will feature a conversation with The Art of Gathering author Priya Parker and Rabbi Shira on the power of gathering, the role of religion and faith in building meaningful community, and reflections on what this moment might mean for how we choose to gather moving forward. Following the discussion, stay for a full night of virtual learning and fun. ShavuotShavuot6th Street Mi...6th Street MinyanRabbi Aaron and musician Aaron Shneyer lead a laid-back, casual service with music, reflection, and learning. |
HavdallahHavdallahRabbi Shira leads virtual havdallah, a weekly ritual that helps us transition out of Shabbat. Sing, connect, and share a few reflections as we begin a new week together. |
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Morning Inten...Morning Intention-Setting and PrayersStart the work day with meaning as we come together to (virtually) connect and reflect. Rabbi Shira and Aaron Shneyer lead a few of the traditional morning prayers and share kavvanot (intentions). |
Morning Mindf...Morning Mindfulness & GratitudeRabbi Jesse leads a guided meditation, short morning blessings of gratitude, and some spiritual reflections from Jewish tradition to help set the tone for the rest of your day. Building a Pa...Building a Parent Community in QuarantineRabbi Shira and Miriam Szubin, Director of the Parenting Center at the Edlavitch DCJCC lead a wide-ranging workshop for new parents and parents-to-be, touching on subjects like reconfigured relationships, managing uncertainty, Jewish lifecycle rituals, and creating virtual and socially distanced support networks. |
Help WantedHelp WantedAs many of us are feeling the pressure to use our extra free time productively, the personal improvement industry is more popular than ever. But is self-help actually helpful? Jewish spirituality is grounded in the idea that we grow not just for the sake of personal achievement, but out of a deep connection to each other and the universe. With Rabbi Jesse, learn about the secrets of the Jewish growth mindset and what helping ourselves really means. |
Morning Inten...Morning Intention-Setting and PrayersStart off the work day with some spiritual work as we come together to connect (virtually) and reflect. Rabbi Aaron leads a few of the traditional morning prayers, shares a couple of kavvanot (intentions) and leads a short journaling exercise. Sixth & ...Sixth & I Virtual Trivia NightFrom sports and pop culture to geography and politics, we’ll test your knowledge of it all from the comfort of your own homes. |
Shabbat at Ho...Shabbat at Home ResourcesOn this first Friday of the month, our religious programming staff is welcoming Shabbat with their families, but we have plenty of resources to help you lead your own service. |
Shabbat: Day OffShabbat: Day OffThis come one, come all Shabbat offering has something for everyone, whether you’re looking to dive deep into the week’s teachings, get more acquainted with Saturday morning services, or introduce kids to Shabbat rituals. |
