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Kol Nidre

Kol Nidre

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Yom Kippur

Yom Kippur

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Basically Jewish

Basically Jewish

Rabbi Aaron leads an experiential introduction to Judaism course designed for those looking to reconnect with Judaism, as well as non-Jews looking to discover.

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Morning Inten...

Morning Intention-Setting and Prayers

Start 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.

It Takes All ...

It Takes All Kinds

Would you prefer to live in a world in which everyone was the same, or in which some were more ethical, richer, or even more attractive than others? Rabbis have been asking this question for thousands of years, often using the lulav and etrog as a metaphor for diversity and unity. With Rabbi Shira, discuss this dilemma and how it relates to the holiday of Sukkot.

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Erev Sukkot

Erev Sukkot

Sukkah Open H...

Sukkah Open Hours

In celebration of the harvest holiday, sign up for a spot to spend some time in our sukkah, help assemble toiletry kits as part of our Sukkot service project, and shake the lulav and etrog. Advanced registration is required.

Shabbat At Ho...

Shabbat At Home Resources

On this first Friday of the month, our religious programming staff is welcoming Shabbat independently, but we have plenty of resources to help you lead your own service.

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Sukkot

Sukkot

Shabbat: Day Off

Shabbat: Day Off

This 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.

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Sukkot

Sukkot

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Sukkot

Sukkot

Dwelling With...

Dwelling Within: A Yoga Class for Sukkot

In celebration of Sukkot, Jewish yoga and mindfulness teacher Alison Waldman leads an integrated text study and gentle yoga flow.

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Sukkot

Sukkot

Morning Inten...

Morning Intention-Setting and Prayers

Start 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).

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Sukkot

Sukkot

Roman Mars an...

Roman Mars and Kurt Kohlstedt

In The 99% Invisible City: A Field Guide to the Hidden World of Everyday Design, host Roman Mars and producer Kurt Kohlstedt of the “99% Invisible” podcast explore the fascinating stories behind the various elements that make our cities work.

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Sukkot

Sukkot

Morning Inten...

Morning Intention-Setting and Prayers

Start 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.

Trivia Night

Trivia Night

From sports and pop culture to geography and politics, we’ll test your knowledge of it all from the comfort of your own homes.

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Sukkot

Sukkot

Shabbat: Brea...

Shabbat: Break Away

This 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.

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Simchat Torah...

Simchat Torah in a Truck

We’re taking the Torah for a ride in the streets of DC. Sign up to dance with Rabbi Shira, Rabbi Aaron, musician Aaron Shneyer, and the Torah in a neighborhood near you.

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Morning Inten...

Morning Intention-Setting and Prayers

Start 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).

Ina Garten

Ina Garten

In Modern Comfort Food—Ina Garten’s twelfth cookbook—she offers 85 new recipes that are not only nourishing but also emotionally satisfying. These wonderfully familiar recipes will taste even better than you remember, as only Garten can make them.

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Morning Inten...

Morning Intention-Setting and Prayers

Start 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.

Governor Andr...

Governor Andrew Cuomo

American Crisis: Leadership Lessons from the COVID-19 Pandemic, presents the intimate and inspiring thoughts of a leader at an unprecedented historical moment and a game plan for what we as individuals—and as a nation—need to do to protect ourselves against this disaster and those to come.

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Shabbat: Good...

Shabbat: Good Soul

Craft your own soulful and contemplative Shabbat service using Sixth & I’s music library and a sermon from Rabbi Shira.

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HBR IdeaCast:...

HBR IdeaCast: How to Be a Better Ally

In a live virtual recording of the HBR IdeaCast, Harvard Business Review’s flagship podcast featuring leading thinkers in business and management, co-host Alison Beard will discuss best practices in allyship More +
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Morning Inten...

Morning Intention-Setting and Prayers

Start 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).

Natalie Portman

Natalie Portman

With Natalie Portman’s Fables, the Academy Award-winning actress, director, producer, and activist retells three classic fables and imbues them with empathy, inclusivity, and humor.

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Sexist Texts

Sexist Texts

The Hebrew Bible was written in, and informed by, a patriarchal society. How should modern Jews relate to these holy texts? Ignore them? Defend them? Rewrite them? Rabbi Aaron explores this question and shares the perspectives of modern Jewish feminist thinkers. 

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Morning Inten...

Morning Intention-Setting and Prayers

Start 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.

Claire Saffitz

Claire Saffitz

In her first cookbook, Dessert Person, the “Gourmet Makes” host shares her signature spin on more than 100 sweet and savory recipes. She outlines the problems and solutions for each recipe, as well as practical do’s and don’ts, skill level, prep and bake time, and foundational know-how.

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Shabbat: Hit ...

Shabbat: Hit Reset

Blending contemporary and traditional elements, this inclusive service led by Rabbi Aaron and musician Aaron Shneyer is designed to foster community in a thoughtful, accessible, and radically welcoming setting.

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Morning Inten...

Morning Intention-Setting and Prayers

Start 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).

Bingo Night

Bingo Night

Feeling lucky? Compete for prizes including restaurant delivery gift cards and tickets to future Sixth & I events during a virtual bingo night.

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Hot Topic: Pe...

Hot Topic: Peaceful Transfer of Power

As the election looms, Rabbi Shira leads a discussion on what Jewish texts and tradition say about a peaceful transition of power.

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Jewish Flavor...

Jewish Flavor: Mediterranean Comfort Food

As the weather starts to change, follow along with Chef Vered Guttman as she cooks up all her favorite Mediterranean comfort foods.

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6th Street Mi...

6th Street Minyan: Shabbat Dinner

Relax into the weekend with a Zoom Shabbat dinner with Rabbi Shira. Virtually gather around the table for blessings, songs, and lively discussion.

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