Jewish Flavor: A Very Shavuot Shabbat

The 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.

The TEN: An Alternative Shavuot Experience

With Priya Parker

Celebrate 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.

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.

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.

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.

Count Every Night: Chanukah 2020

On the first night of Chanukah, bring light, joy, and laughter into your home with Rabbi Shira, Rabbi Aaron, and other guests.

Shabbat: Break Away

This virtual service led by Rabbi Shira and musician Aaron Shneyer is lighter on prayer and has a less structured and more casual vibe than a traditional service.

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.

Chanukah Havdallah

On the third night of Chanukah, take part in candle lighting and 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 and continue the festival of lights.

Jewish Flavor: Fried Feast

Go beyond latkes and fry up with Chef Vered including stuffed potato balls with cheese and chives, Sephardi herb and potato frittata, Italian donuts with Nutella, and semolina and date cookies.