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Events for August, 2017
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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. |
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. |
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Finding Perfe...Finding Perfect Love in an Imperfect WorldTimed with Tu B’Av, a holiday celebrated in ancient Israel and commonly known as the “Jewish Day of Love,” Rabbi Suzy leads a discussion to explore some of love’s toughest questions. |
Shabbasana™: ...Shabbasana™: Pre-Shabbat YogaPrepare your mind and body for Shabbat with Jewish-inspired yoga and meditation. 6th in the Ci...6th in the City ShabbatMusical and interactive service with Rabbi Suzy and musician Aaron Shneyer. Enjoy appetizers and cocktails before the 7:15 pm service. |
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Serve Others ...Serve Others with Sixth & IServe breakfast at So Others Might Eat (SOME), an organization that works to end chronic homelessness in DC. |
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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Growing Pains...Growing Pains: Ride Through DC’s Gentrification StoryLearn about the history of the Shaw neighborhood and the H Street and U Street corridors on a bike ride that explores multiple perspectives on the city’s development, followed by a conversation with Derek Hyra, author of Race, Class, and Politics in the Cappuccino City at the V Street location of local restaurant Busboys & Poets. |
Sips & S...Sips & Sweets: A Whiskey and Chocolate Paired TastingWind down in the final weeks of summer with a truffle and whiskey tasting, led by Catoctin Creek’s Chief Distiller, Becky Harris. She’ll teach you how to pair the sweet creaminess of truffles with the smooth, spicy notes in a rye whisky for the perfect combination of flavors. |
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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Labor on the ...Labor on the BimahBefore Labor Day, Rabbi Shira leads a Shabbat service that weaves together labor issues, social justice, and Judaism. |
