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It’s Only Nat...

It’s Only Natural: A Tu B’Shvat Celebration – RESCHEDULED DATE

On the Jewish New Year for trees, join us for a mindful celebration of the earth.

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Food for Thought

Food for Thought

Each week over lunch, this class will explore different Jewish teachings as they relate to modern life.

CANCELED: Jew...

CANCELED: Jewish Sangha (Meditation)

Take a half hour out of your hectic schedule to find peace of mind at this weekly lay-led silent meditation and discussion.

Inner Light: ...

Inner Light: Jewish Meditation for the Busy Mind

Jewish mysticism offers a number of transformative meditation techniques aimed to calm the mind, revitalize the soul, and connect to the Source. Rabbi Ben will introduce participants to a variety of Jewish meditation practices, as well as to general mindfulness meditation. Participants will discover the richness of meditation while finding solace and sanctuary in their own bodies, hearts and minds.

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Friday Night ...

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.

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Saturday Morn...

Saturday Morning Shabbat Services with MesorahDC

Service with soulful melodies and contemporary insights. Separate seating for men and women during services.

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CANCELED: Jew...

CANCELED: Jewish Sangha (Meditation)

Take a half hour out of your hectic schedule to find peace of mind at this weekly lay-led silent meditation and discussion.

Running Club

Running Club

Lace up your sneakers and hit the streets for a fun run around town, followed by a meal at a local eatery. Choose either a two-mile or four-mile route.

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The Deep Dive...

The Deep Dive: Intensive Talmud Study

When it comes to studying Talmud, you can dip a toe into the water, or you can dive into the deep end of this rich Jewish spiritual and ethical text. Rabbi Scott and Gather the Jews’ Rabbi Aaron Potek join forces to guide students in classic, partnered Talmud study.

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Shabbasana™: Pre-Shabbat Yoga

Prepare your mind and body for Shabbat with Jewish-inspired yoga and meditation with yoga teacher Dan Kapner. Nama-stay for services following the class; yoga attire is welcome during the service.

6th in the Ci...

6th in the City Shabbat

Musical and interactive service with Rabbi Shira and Aaron Shneyer. Enjoy appetizers and cocktails before the 7:15 pm service.
Dinner will be vegetarian kosher-style.

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Jam Session

Jam Session

This monthly meet-up explores the diversity of Jewish music, the sounds of Shabbat, and secular classics. Share and learn songs, jam, and create your own music.

Building a Je...

Building a Jewish Home

Open to couples and singles, Jewish and Interfaith, this workshop led by Rabbi Scott helps you to craft your unique Jewish life. Subjects include: Shabbat, finding a community, keeping kosher, negotiating Jewish life with your family, and living spiritually in the modern world.

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Serve Others ...

Serve Others with Sixth & I

Serve breakfast at So Others Might Eat (SOME), an organization that works to end chronic homelessness in DC.

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Good Soul Sha...

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.

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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.

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Saturday Morn...

Saturday Morning Shabbat Services with MesorahDC

Service with soulful melodies and contemporary insights. Separate seating for men and women during services.

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Moving On Up:...

Moving On Up: How to Benefit from Mentorship

A strong mentor can offer a wealth of knowledge and experience to guide you on your career path. Lisa Eisen, Vice President of the Charles and Lynn Schusterman Family Foundation and director of its DC office, will discuss how to find a mentor, the types of realistic expectations bring to the relationship, and how best to maintain it – specifically as it relates to women.

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CANCELED: Run...

CANCELED: Running Club

Lace up your sneakers and hit the streets for a fun run around town, followed by a meal at a local eatery. Choose either a two-mile or four-mile route.

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Man’s Attempt...

Man’s Attempt at Thoughtfulness: Daddy Issues

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.

Sixth & ...

Sixth & Chai: A Tea Tasting

Warm up this winter with sips and samples from nearby tea shops while expanding your knowledge of all things tea.

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Downtown Shabbat

Downtown Shabbat

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

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Shabbat: Pure...

Shabbat: Pure & Simple

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

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CANCELED: Foo...

CANCELED: Food for Thought

Each week over lunch, this class will explore different Jewish teachings as they relate to modern life.

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Friday Night ...

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.

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Saturday Morn...

Saturday Morning Shabbat Services with MesorahDC

Service with soulful melodies and contemporary insights. Separate seating for men and women during services.

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