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Jewish Baby or Toddler
in NoVa?
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W
e are pleased to announce that we are now offering gift bags to toddlers in addition to our j.baby bag for the under 12 months set!
Families with a child under 36 months can now sign up for a j.baby bag or j.toddler tote!
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Good Deeds Day!
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Sunday, April 10
1:00-4:00 pm
Gesher Jewish Day School 800 Mattie Moore Court, Fairfax
Be the GOOD you want to see in the world. Join the Greater Washington community, along with hundreds of thousands of volunteers from around the world, in a day of service.
The J is proud to partner with Gesher Jewish Day School, synagogues and agencies for this wonderful day of community service.
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Baby Photo Contest
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Enter your baby in our j.baby Photo Contest!
This is how it works: Take a picture of your baby wearing a sticker from the j.baby bag, email it to
[email protected] by
Friday, April 8 and get entered in a drawing for an adorable
animal backpack.
What could be
better? Y
ou got the cutie and we got the prize!
Click here for more information.
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Israel Up Close
by Na'ama Gold
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Interested in getting up-to-date news and information about Israel?
Northern Virginia Jewish Film Festival
14 films. 23 Screenings.
April 7-17
Angelika Film Center and Cafe
Israel & the Film Festival
After the Movie...
Join me for one of the following programs about Israel and Israeli society.
Discuss the movie Sabena Hijacking and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict with a beverage on the side. More info to follow soon on Facebook.
Did You Know?
Passover retells the story of the great miracle of the Israelites finding a way to overcome their oppression. With the protection and guidance of God, they made a better life and had big hopes for their future.
I want to introduce to you a wonderful program in Israel named "Sulamot." By using the miracle of music, Sulamot gives hope and a future to Israeli
"at risk" children living in lower economic homes and environments. See how the gift
of an instrument helps to bring peace, thoughtfulness and most importantly hope.
Click here to see the video.
Last call for Spring Shakshuka Club
Are you tired of book, wine, and poetry clubs? Do you want to bring some spice into your home? Let's have a fun evening together cooking the Israeli delicacy "shakshuka" while talking and learning about Israel!
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Na'ama, the JCCNV's Shlicha, serves as an advocate for Israel within the Jewish and broader community in Northern Virginia.
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Join the Fun!
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Are you a fabulous woman 50+ or know of one who would like to connect with other Jewish ladies? We meet for restaurant lunches, walks, potlucks and other activities.
This month's events.
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Walk and Talk
(all walking levels)
Hosted by 4L Volunteer
Terri
Meet in lobby @ The J
Sun., April 3 and May 1
10am
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Lunch in Falls Church
Mad Fox Brewing Company
Sun., April 3
12:30pm
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Lunch in Reston
Not Your Average Joe's
Sun., April 17, Noon*
*Note later start time
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Essentrics
Arlington Central Library
Save the dates:
Saturdays, May 7 & 21
12:45-2pm
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Northern Virginia Jewish Film Fesitval
April 7-17
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Save the Date!
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Sunday, June 5
Noon-4:00 pm
Location: Lerner Town Square, Tysons Corner
(8025 Galleria Dr, Tysons, VA 22102 - corner of 123 and International Drive)
Fun for the whole family!!!
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Taste of JCCNV Programming
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Summer Camp
at the J
It's time to think SUMMER CAMP!
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Join Our List
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Spring is finally here! As we clean out those winter cobwebs (and crumbs), we welcome the flowers and get ready to celebrate the Jewish Festival of Freedom, Passover.
Passover, or Pesach in Hebrew, commemorates the Jewish people's freedom from slavery in Egypt. It is customary to have a festive Passover meal called a Seder on the first and second night of the holiday. Seder means order, and wherever Jewish people live, the Seder has the same elements, yet each one is tailored to family customs and traditions.
Before our Passover prep begins, it's time to roll up our sleeves and do a good deed for those in need. Join us at Gesher Jewish Day School on Sunday April 10 at 1 pm for Good Deeds Day. There are projects for even the littlest volunteers, so please stop by.
Finally, be sure to check out the box on the left-hand column for some Passover resources including explanations and tips on how to celebrate the holiday. If there are any other resources we can help you locate, please don't hesitate to ask.
We look forward to seeing you soon!
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Celebrate Passover -- Toddler-Style
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Join us for the sights, smells and symbols of
Passover
. The
Passover
Seder is a celebration of freedom, commemorating the Jewish people's release from slavery in Egypt. We'll have a kid-friendly, relaxed, mock (practice) Seder as we read PJ Library books, haggadahs (seder books) and learn about the purpose of
Passover while
singing songs, saying prayers, drinking grape juice, and understanding the symbols of the holiday.
Free event for families with kids of all ages. Help make charoset (chopped fruit and nuts) and bring some home for the holiday!
FREE. GREAT FOR ALL AGES!
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Whole Foods Market Arlington
Sunday, April 17
10:00am
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Whole Foods Market Ashburn
Monday, April 18
10am
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The Fresh Market Alexandria
Friday, April 22
10:30am
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**JCCNV is not responsible for kashrut supervision at Whole Foods
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Learn to Braid Challah at Challah Tots!
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Join us at Whole Foods for a fun-filled morning of challah braiding and stories in preparation for Shabbat.
Whole Foods provides the dough. You come ready for some messy fun. Plan to bring your dough HOME for baking.
FREE. GREAT FOR ALL AGES!
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Arlington
Wednesday, April 6
10:30am
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Fair Lakes
Monday, April 11
10am
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Vienna
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Thank you Whole Foods Markets for hosting Challah Tot events, providing us with the dough and for being such wonderful community partners.
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Passover Learn and Craft: Book Buddies Story Time
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Join us for Book Buddies at your local library for Passover stories
and arts & crafts.
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Chantilly Library
Thursday, April 7
10:30am
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Fairfax Regional Library
Monday, April 11
10:30am
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Burke Centre Library
Wednesday, April 13
10:30am
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Want to receive
FREE
PJ Library BOOKS
at your house each month?
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Play & Connect: Shalom Baby Play Dates
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New
Parents and their Babies
Come meet new friends and share the joys and challenges of being a parent at these play groups just for new parents and their children.
Fee: Free
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At the JCC
Sunday, April 3
10am-11:30am
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NoVa PlayLabs
Date: Sunday, April 17
Time 1:00pm
Special guest speaker
"Food the 1st Year,"
plus Q&A
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Toddlers and their Parents
Come let the kids work of some energy and meet new friends, or plan to meet your friends and their kids at these fun indoor play spaces.
Fee: Free
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At the JCC
Sunday, April 3
10am-11:30am
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NoVa PlayLabs
Monday, April 25
10:30am-11:30am
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T
hank you to NoVA PlayLabs for hosting this event in their location and providing us with a fun and safe place to play! And thank you for being such wonderful community partners.
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Come Play: About Town Park Play Dates
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Come out to play with Growing Jewish Families! Meet other families in your neighborhood at park play dates all around town!
Play dates are weather- permitting. Please check our website and/or Facebook for updates or cancellations.
FREE. Come play!
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Springfield
Lake Accotink Park
Bagels, Shmear and Schmooze
Sunday, April 3
10:00am
Food provided.
Please mention allergies at time of registration
with Julie T
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Centreville/Manassas
Bull Run Regional Park
Ice Cream Social
Sunday, April 3
3:00pm
Food provided.
Please mention allergies at time of registration with
Michelle
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Ashburn
Dinosaur Park
Bagels, Shmear and Schmooze
Monday, April 4
10:00am
Food provided.
Please mention allergies at time of registration with
Julie K
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Herndon/Fairfax
Frying Pan Farm Park
Pop-up Picnic
Thursday, April 14
noon-1pm
(Meet by the carousel.)
Bring your own blanket and picnic lunch.
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Vienna
Meadow Lane Park
Bagels, Schmear and Schmooze
Saturday, April 16
10:00am
Food provided.
Please mention allergies at time of registration with
Rebecca
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Arlington
Rocky Run Park
Pop-up Picnic
Monday, April 18
noon-1pm
Bring your own blanket and picnic lunch.
Register with
Melissa
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McLean
Clemyjontri Park
Pop-up Picnic
Friday, April 22
noon-1pm
Bring your own blanket and picnic lunch.
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The j.family ambassadors program is made possible thanks to the generous support of The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington and its United Jewish Endowment Fund.
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Join us for Divas and Diners Dinners:
All Around Town!
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Join us for a fun-filled evening with wonderful dinners for ladies of all ages and stages.
Schmooze and laugh over dinner, dessert, and/or drinks at locations near your neighborhood.
Fee: Each lady pays her own bill
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Ashburn
Matchbox, One Loudoun
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South Riding
Fords Fish Shack
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Shirlington HOT TOPIC
Child Development Year 1
Thursday, April 14
7:30pm
Osteria da Nino
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Leesburg EXPERIENCE
Dinner and Line Dancing
Saturday, April 16
7:30pm
Bunker Sports Bar
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Take a break from your regular routine and connect with other women. Come out for this monthly gathering - bring a friend, and make new ones too!
Please RSVP to ensure there's a seat reserved at the table.
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Divas and Diners Experience!
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Line Dancing and Dinner
Saturday, April 16
7:30pm @ Bunker Sports Bar
510 E Market Street, Leesburg
Join the fun just for dinner, just for dancing or both --
(no dancing experience
necessary there will be free lessons)
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Bring a friend. Come meet new friends. It'll be fun.
Each lady pays her own tab.
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Shalom Baby Play Group Series - Loudoun
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In search of a fun weekday activity for you and your baby? Try our new Shalom Baby Playgroup series! For four weeks, your baby will have a ball playing with other little friends as you get to know other parents in your neighborhood, all for free!
Location: Gum Spring Library, 24600 Millstream Drive, Stone Ridge,
Meeting Room
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Thursdays:
April 21, 10:30am-11:30am
April 28, 10:30am-11:30am
May 5, 11:45am-12:45pm
May 12, 10:30am-11:30am
Culminating with a Shabbat Pot Luck Dinner
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The playgroup is designed for babies 0-18 months and space is limited. Contact program leaders regarding older siblings. We encourage participants to attend all events in the series.
The j.family ambassadors program is made possible thanks to the generous support of The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington
and its United Jewish Endowment Fund.
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March Photos
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Park Playdate Baby Belly Sticker Photo Contest
Challah Braiding
Purim Party @ the J...painting, making Hamentashen, Hamen Hats, treats for charity and some magic by The Great Zucchini.
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