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Events for December, 2016
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Thomas FriedmanThomas FriedmanThe three-time recipient of the Pulitzer Prize exposes the tectonic movements reshaping the world and offers a blueprint for how to think about our times in Thank You for Being Late. |
Give Back on ...Give Back on #GivingTuesdayOn Tuesday, November 29, we’re participating in Giving Tuesday, a global day dedicated to giving. This #GivingTuesday, for one day only, your gift will be matched 2:1. Hebrew for Fr...Hebrew for Friday NightsRabbi Scott provides the tools to connect deeply with the words on the page of your siddur in the original Hebrew. Gain an understanding of the “why” of the prayers in front of you and learn how to use them to enhance services and to create beauty, connection, enjoyment, and a little holiness, too. |
CANCELED: Kat...CANCELED: Kate BornsteinBornstein speaks here on the occasion of the publication of a revised and updated edition of Gender Outlaw: On Men, Women, and the Rest of Us. |
Friday Night ...Friday Night Shabbat Services with MesorahDCA traditional service with soulful melodies, contemporary insights, and stories, followed by dinner. Separate seating for women and men during the service. |
Saturday Morn...Saturday Morning Services with MesorahDCService with soulful melodies and contemporary insights. Separate seating for men and women during services. Hasan Minhaj:...Hasan Minhaj: Homecoming King – EARLY SHOWHasan Minhaj is a comedian, actor, and writer in New York. He is a correspondent on the Emmy and Peabody award-winning program The Daily Show with Trevor Noah. His critically acclaimed one man show Homecoming King recently returned Off-Broadway after a sold-out run in 2015. Hasan Minhaj:...Hasan Minhaj: Homecoming King – LATE SHOWHasan Minhaj is a comedian, actor, and writer in New York. He is a correspondent on the Emmy and Peabody award-winning program The Daily Show with Trevor Noah. His critically acclaimed one man show Homecoming King recently returned Off-Broadway after a sold-out run in 2015. |
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Megyn KellyMegyn Kelly
This program does not include a book signing. All books will be pre-signed by the author. In the two and half years since her show The Kelly File premiered on the Fox More +
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Michael ChabonMichael ChabonMoonglow, the new novel by the bestselling and Pulitzer Prize-winning author, explores truth and lies, family legends, and existential adventure. The Pursuit o...The Pursuit of Happiness“Don’t worry, be happy.” Society teaches us this motto from a young age. But how do we accomplish this? Rabbi Shira leads a text study and conversation on what it takes to be happy – and whether that should even be the goal. |
Lauren GrahamLauren GrahamIn Talking As Fast As I Can, a collection of personal essays, Graham reveals stories about life, love, and working as a woman in Hollywood. |
Man’s Attempt...Man’s Attempt at ThoughtfulnessCombining spirituality, psychology, modern masculinity, and good scotch, Rabbi Scott brings a group of men together to attempt some thoughtfulness about life’s more important questions. Andy CohenAndy Cohen
The host of Watch What Happens: Live and executive producer of The Real Housewives franchise is back, better than ever, and telling stories that will keep his publicist up at night. Since the publication More +
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Shabbat SquaredShabbat SquaredRabbi Aaron Miller of Washington Hebrew Congregation, Rabbi Shira, and musician Rick Recht merge their respective services to create a whole new Friday night experience that combines the best of both styles, followed by dinner. |
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An Evening to...An Evening to Thank and Celebrate Esther Safran FoerOur outgoing Executive Director reflects on what it was like to be part of creating Sixth & I from the very beginning as well as the surprises, inspiration, and lessons learned across a decade of pioneering leadership, in conversation with Hanna Rosin. Reception to follow. |
A Very Merry ...A Very Merry FightDecember is billed as the “season of joy” yet extended time with family can make you wish you were back at work. When old patterns arise and tempers flare, it can be difficult to keep the peace. Rabbi Suzy explores the Jewish take on when to hold our tongues or stand up for ourselves, and how to have a fair fight. |
Cokie RobertsCokie RobertsIn a conversation geared toward adults but also open to children, Roberts will share vignettes of daring, outspoken, and resourceful women to highlight why it’s so critical for women and girls to know about the achievements of the women who came before. |
When Faith an...When Faith and Love CollideIn a salon-style conversation led by Susan Weidman Schneider, editor in chief of Lilith magazine and author of the book Intermarriage, discuss the dynamics, questions, challenges, and opportunities of being the Jewish partner in an interfaith relationship. Washington Co...Washington Confidential: For Employees of the Federal GovernmentIf you are a federal employee acutely feeling the impact of the election as it relates to the future of your career, then this confidential opportunity to talk with other government workers is for you. Moderated by Rabbi Jack Moline, who has decades of experience serving the needs of those who work in government, this session is a chance to air your concerns and find support. |
Support Our M...Support Our Muslim Friends: Friday Juma Prayer at ADAMS DC
We’re building bridges across community lines, investing in each other, and finding strength in common purpose. Rabbi Scott leads a group of Sixth & I’ers to Church of the Epiphany More +
Good Soul Sha...Good Soul ShabbatRabbi 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. 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 Services with MesorahDCService with soulful melodies and contemporary insights. Separate seating for men and women during services. Shabbat: Pure...Shabbat: Pure & SimpleRabbi Scott guides an open service at a relaxed pace that allows for thoughtful prayer in a comfortable, spiritual setting. My So-Called ...My So-Called Jewish LifeExperience the 8th annual night of funny, poignant, powerful, and peculiar autobiographical stories about all things Jewish, not-so-Jewish, and wanna-be Jewish. |
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Serve Others ...Serve Others with Sixth & IServe breakfast at So Others Might Eat (SOME), an organization that works to end chronic homelessness in DC. Chesed and Hu...Chesed and Hummus: A Veg CollectiveEnjoy plant-based snacks while discussing a variety of ancient, contemporary, religious, and secular Jewish texts. This Collective explores the intersection between Judaism and vegetarianism. |
Downtown ShabbatDowntown ShabbatA Carlebach-inspired service led by Chazzan Larry Paul and musician Robyn Helzner, followed by dinner and Shabbat singing. |
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Seventh night...Seventh night of Chanukah6th Street Mi...6th Street MinyanA relaxed lay-led Friday night service led by Aaron Shneyer, followed by a small oneg with snacks, challah, and wine. |
Last night of...Last night of Chanukah |
