Deep Dive: Maimonides
The epitaph of Moses Maimonides reads, “From Moses to Moses, there was none like Moses.” His books were either burned or revered. Physician, philosopher, legal scholar, Moses Maimonides may have been the most interesting Jew in the world. Dive deep into English versions of his famous law code and book of philosophy with Rabbi Scott.
What it Takes: Shabbat at Home
Session Two: How-to Friday Night
Learn the origins of the Friday night prayers and how to sing them.
Good Soul Shabbat
Rabbi Scott and musicians 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.
- Date:
- Nov 17, 2017 • 6:15 pm ET
- Admission:
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Subsidized Shabbat Meal is $15 in advance
$18 day of service
Actual Cost Shabbat Meal is $30
- Category:
- 20s & 30s Programming
Friday Night Shabbat Services with MesorahDC
A traditional service with soulful melodies, contemporary insights, and stories, followed by dinner. Separate seating for women and men during the service.
- Date:
- Nov 17, 2017 • 6:30 pm ET
- Admission:
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$8 for dinner
$12 per couple
- Category:
- 20s & 30s Programming
Saturday Morning Services with MesorahDC
Service with soulful melodies and contemporary insights. Separate seating for men and women during services.
Shabbat: Pure & Simple
Rabbi Scott guides an open service at a relaxed pace that allows for thoughtful prayer in a comfortable, spiritual setting.
- Date:
- Nov 18, 2017 • 10:00 am ET
- Admission:
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$8 subsidized cost
$16 actual cost
- Category:
- 20s & 30s Programming
Downtown Shabbat
A Carlebach-inspired service led by Chazzan Larry Paul and musician Robyn Helzner, followed by dinner and Shabbat singing. Enjoy appetizers and drinks before the 6:45 pm service. Open to all.
- Date:
- Nov 24, 2017 • 6:00 pm ET
- Admission:
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Subsidized Shabbat Meal is $15 in advance
$18 day of service
Actual Cost Shabbat Meal is $30
- Category:
- Shabbat Services
Immigration & Allyship
At this workshop, learn about the everyday reality facing immigrants in the D.C. area by hearing first-hand stories from the people behind the headlines. Find out how you can help support local immigrants in proactive ways.
Serve Others with Sixth & I
Serve breakfast at So Others Might Eat (SOME), an organization that works to end chronic homelessness in DC.
- Date:
- Nov 29, 2017 • 6:30 am ET
- Admission:
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Free. Please RSVP through the Google form.
- Category:
- Social Justice
What it Takes: Shabbat at Home
Session Three: How-to Havdallah
Learn everything you need to know in order to close out Shabbat and start a week full of sweetness. Gain the skills to make Havdallah on your own with Rabbi Shira and Aaron Shneyer.