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Join us for meaningful events that honor tradition, spark connection, and celebrate Jewish life—together. Whether you’re looking for soulful services, seasonal gatherings, or community moments, there’s always something coming up.
Past Events
Shabbat at the Carnegie
Bringing Shabbat joy to Gaithersburg, we meet on the second Friday of the month at 6 p.m. at the Carnegie, 10100 Washingtonian Blvd., Gaithersburg, MD. 20878. We will offer a service only. If you are interested in dinner, they have a delicious restaurant Forge + Fire, but you have to make a reservation first. 240-973-4369…
Shabbat at the Carnegie
Bringing Shabbat joy to Gaithersburg, we meet on the second Friday of the month at 6 p.m. at the Carnegie, 10100 Washingtonian Blvd., Gaithersburg, MD. 20878. We will offer a service only. If you are interested in dinner, they have a delicious restaurant Forge + Fire, but you have to make a reservation first. 240-973-4369…Dr. Vonnetta West
'Examining History, Inspiring Hope' is the theme of Dr. West's presentation. As consultant to the King Center and founder of Go West, Vonnetta West has been working to form a better society here in America and around the world. Inspired by the words of Dr. Martin Luther King and Elie Wiesel, Dr. West has challenged…
The Last Election
Liz serves as President & CEO of the U.S. Global Leadership Coalition (USGLC), a broad-based coalition of over 500 businesses and NGOs that advocates for strong U.S. global leadership through development and diplomacy. Under her leadership, the USGLC has grown to a nationwide network of advocates in all 50 states and boasts a bipartisan Advisory…Fighting Anti-Semitism
Erica Mindel is on staff at the Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat Antisemitism (SEAS) of the Department of State where she advances U.S. foreign policy on antisemitism. The Special Envoy develops and implements policies and projects to support efforts to combat antisemitism. Deborah E. Lipstadt was confirmed by the U.S. Senate on March 30,…Tashlich
Cast your sins on the water with us. Bring bread, symbolic of your sins, to toss into a local waterway.10th Anniversary Event
Join us for a Shabbaton with Neshama Carlebach and Rabbi Menachem Creditor. We will offer Friday night study, musical service, and dinner! On Saturday morning, we will learn with Rabbi Creditor. Saturday night we will celebrate our 10th anniversary with a concert by Neshama Carlebach and her band, and a performance by the Scotland AME…
From Selma to Scotland: A Civil Rights Journey
The Jewish Studio is proud to be a sponsor of this event. Featuring Martin Luther King III and Ambassador Rabbi David Saperstein, we will explore the partnership of the Black and Jewish communities through the struggles for civil and human rights, as a celebration of the 100th anniversary of the construction of the Scotland AME…
Yom Kippur
At the Bender JCC, Friday night, October 11, and all day Saturday, October 12. Our theme is OMG because these times are both awesome and bewildering. Our goal is to offer meaning, enliven spirit, and inspire change. We offer dinner before Kol Nidre services on Friday evening at 5 p.m. followed by services at 6:30…Rosh Hashanah
Embark on a Journey of Renewal: Join Us for High Holiday Services! Are you ready to welcome the New Year with a heart full of hope and inspiration? Join us for a truly uplifting experience as we celebrate the High Holidays. Let the melodies of ancient traditions and modern harmonies fill your soul with joy…
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