Jewish Life

National Refugee Shabbat

with Rabbi Nora

Celebrate National Refugee Shabbat at this inclusive service led by Rabbi Nora. With music from Aaron Shneyer, Jeff Geld, and Sarah Fredrick the service blends contemporary and traditional elements for an experience that feels both familiar and fresh.

Better Nature

A Tu B’Shvat Seder and Dinner

Celebrate the New Year of the Trees with a Tu B’Shvat seder, a ritual that began with the Kabbalists of the 16th century. At our seder led by Rabbi Nora, you’ll dive into nature-inspired texts to discover connections between environmentalism and Judaism, learn the basics of Kabbalah, and explore the symbolism behind the fruit, nuts, and four cups of wine we enjoy on this holiday.

Interfaith Couples Workshop

Rabbi Nora facilitates a guided, nonjudgmental space for Jews and their non-Jewish partners to talk, learn, and grow – together and as individuals.

Friday Night Services with Dinner

with Rabbi Aaron

This inclusive service led by Rabbi Aaron and the Sixth & I musicians blends contemporary and traditional elements for an experience that feels both familiar and fresh.

Guided Tour: The Utopia Project Exhibit

Experience a guided tour of The Utopia Project: Inspiration for Creative Activism exhibit at the Anacostia Community Museum, and learn about the research-informed tactics that have most often led to measurable social change.

Friday Night Services

with Rabbi Nora

This inclusive service led by Rabbi Nora and musicians Aaron Shneyer and Jeff Geld blends contemporary and traditional elements for an experience that feels both familiar and fresh.

Be the Change: An Activism Workshop

This training will break down the basics of activism, including strategies for effective storytelling, lobbying, and digital media, plus tips for planning or participating in a rally. Gain concrete skills, learn from experienced activists, and connect with others who want to make positive change in our community.

Friday Night Services

Mardi Gras Edition

In celebration of the holidays of Rosh Chodesh Adar and Mardi Gras, this service led by Rabbi Aaron features the sounds of New Orleans from DC-based ensemble DuPont Brass, alongside musicians Aaron Shneyer, Sarah Fredrick, and Jeff Geld.

Group Chat

Jews and Hollywood

From “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel” and “Fleishman in in Trouble” to cult classics like Wet Hot American Summer, Jews have long cherished the relatively few opportunities they have to see themselves reflected on screen. With Rabbi Nora, discuss and debate what makes a piece of culture Jewish and how Jewish representation in entertainment can break down—or reinforce—stereotypes and antisemitism.

Basically Jewish

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