Jewish Life

Summer Spirits

A Tasting with Painted Stave Distilling

Experience a hands-on, interactive tasting of five craft spirits led by Mike Rasmussen, Ron Gomes, and Ross Sheridan of Painted Stave Distilling, the first standalone craft distillery in Delaware. Ticket includes a Sixth & I shot glass and appetizers before the 7:00 pm tasting.

Man’s Attempt at Thoughtfulness: Let’s Talk About Orlando

Combining spirituality, psychology, modern masculinity, and excellent bourbon, Rabbi Scott brings a group of men together to attempt some thoughtfulness about life’s more important questions.

Good Soul Shabbat

Rabbi Scott, Aaron Shneyer, and Michal Bilick offer soulful acoustic music, deep spirituality, and thoughtful service to DC. After services, fill our sanctuary with the spirited sound of new tunes and old favorites.

Hebrew Literacy I: Early Section

Introduction to Reading Hebrew

Demystify the Hebrew alphabet as you learn the letters and vowels and how to combine them to “crack the code.” This course introduces reading Hebrew in an enjoyable yet focused atmosphere. Emphasis is placed on reading from the prayer book and words from Jewish cultural life.

Running Club

Lace up your sneakers and hit the streets for a fun run around town, followed by a meal at a local eatery.

Hebrew Literacy I: Late Section

Introduction to Reading Hebrew

Demystify the Hebrew alphabet as you learn the letters and vowels and how to combine them to “crack the code.” This course introduces reading Hebrew in an enjoyable yet focused atmosphere. Emphasis is placed on reading from the prayer book and words from Jewish cultural life.

Downtown Shabbat

A Carlebach-inspired service led by Chazzan Larry Paul and musician Robyn Helzner, followed by dinner and Shabbat singing. Open to all.

CANCELED: Shabbat: Pure & Simple

Rabbi Scott guides an open service at a relaxed pace that allows for thoughtful prayer in a comfortable, spiritual setting.

Running Club

Lace up your sneakers and hit the streets for a fun run around town followed by a meal at a local eatery.

A User’s Guide to the Amidah

How can the Amidah help us open our hearts to internal reflection and outward devotion? Explore this series of blessings, learn some of the choreography, and delve into the language, structure, and history of what the ancient rabbis call “HaTefillah” (the prayer) with Rabbi Shira.