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Rosh Hashanah (Jewish New Year), Yom Kippur (Days of Atonement) and Sukkot
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Rosh Hashanah
- The Jewish New Year, begins at sundown on Oct 2nd and ends at sundown on Oct 4th.
Oct 5th-11th are days of reflection and making amends.
Kol Nidre, evening service for Yom Kippur, Tuesday, Oct. 11
Yom Kippur
- The Day of Atonement, begins at sundown on Oct 11th until sundown Oct 12th.
Rosh Hashanah Books for Kids
Tashlich
(throwing away your sins) is a great reason to be outdoors for the holidays
Sukkot - The harvest festival, begins at sundown on Oct 16th through sundown Oct. 23rd.
Shimini Azteret (end of Sukkot) begins at sundown, Oct 23 and ends at sundown Oct. 24
Simchat Torah (reading the Torah from the beginning) begins at sundown, Oct 24 and ends at sundown Oct 25
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Jewish Baby or Toddler
in NoVa?
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We are pleased to offer
complementary j.baby bags or j.toddler totes to our families with little ones under 3! Each bag is filled with fun!
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Active Duty and Retired Military Welcome Home!
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Shakshukah in the Sukkah
Wed., Oct 19
6-7:15 pm
JCCNV
Project Welcome Home (PWH) is excited to be coordinating an Art Show featuring Combat Paper with the JCCNV's Fine Arts Department that will
be in the Bodzin Gallery from mid-October through mid-November.
Combat Paper recycles old military uniforms into paper and participants then make the paper into a meaningful art object. Look for a reception featuring the artists with dignitaries.
LOOKING for a place to celebrate the THANKSGIVING holiday? If any of our PWH would like to celebrate the holiday with another family, please contact
Sara Astrow - many of our J members would love to host a military family!
If you are currently serving in the military, or have recently transitioned out of the military and want to be involved in Project Welcome Home's programs and events,
please contact Sara at [email protected]. She would love to meet you!
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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?
Upcoming Events/Programs
"Think & Drink"
How Do the U.S. Elections Impact Israel?
Mad Rose Tavern
3100 Clarendon Blvd, Arlington
There are only a few short weeks left before the numbers are in! Join us for a lively conversation with Nitzan Horowitz, chief U.S. correspondent and commentator for the Israeli Channel 2 News, as he shares his views on the effect our elections have on Israel.
Café Ivrit
Wednesdays, 8:30AM at the J.
Join our morning Hebrew conversation class now in its 5th year! A great opportunity to learn words in Hebrew words and phrases, practice what you have learned, and meet a great group of people.
Fee: Free
Did You Know?
The oldest man alive in the world, according to Guinness World Records reports, is an Israeli named Israel Kristal, at the age of 113 years old.
Israel was born in what is now Poland in 1916, and due to losing his parents and economic struggles, never had the chance to celebrate his Bar Mitzvah at the age of 13. After going through the horrors of Auschwitz death camp, and losing his wife and children, he made an Aliya to Israel, built a new family and now has children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Last week for the first time, he had his first Bar Mitzvah.
View the full article click HERE
I wish you all Shana Tovah (Happy Jewish New Year) with a year filled with celebrations and happiness.
Contact 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 women? We meet for restaurant lunches, exercise, potlucks and other activities.
Aging backwards, classical stretch
Arlington Central Library
Saturday, Oct 22
1:00-2:15pm
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Book Club
October Book: The Nightingale
Hosted by Beth F
Cascades Library
21030 Whitfield Place
Potomac Falls,
Fri., Oct 28
10am to noon
Fee: FREE
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Brunch @ Clydes at Willow Creek
42920 Broadlands Blvd, Broadlands
Sun., Oct 23
10:00 am
NOTE Earlier time
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DO YOU want to host a 4Ls event? E-mail details to
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Taste of JCCNV Programming
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The Actual Dance
Sun., Oct 20,
7:00 pm
The J's Cultural Arts Department is hosting the play The Actual Dance -- a graceful and inspiring journey through the uncharted waters of illness, where the resilience and power of the human heart ultimately perseveres.
Tickets: $12/$8 members, 65+, under 30
Global Women's Summit
Sat., Nov 5,
9am-5pm
Empowered women...we invite you to join us for the
Global Women's Summit, presented by the Women's Information Network. The summit will help women learn about Total Life Excellence and how to live your fullest loves personally, in your relationships and in your businesses. This life changing event is part of a magnificent Global Women's Initiative...1,000 Summits presented internationally. For more info, contact
[email protected]
Vendors are wanted for the Summit. If you are an entrepreneur that would like to reach the area's women, partner with us as a vendor at the Summit. For more info contact [email protected] or [email protected].
j.dance Registration Open
j.dance inspires students ages 2 and up, of all skill levels, to excel to their fullest potential in a fun, healthy, and safe environment. Our dance program is non-competitive and values the individual dancer, providing high-quality classes in Ballet, Modern, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, and Acro. Please join us to experience the joy of dance!
Learn more: jccnv.com/jdance
Moscow Ballet Master Classes
Sat, Oct 29
3-6 year olds 10:30am-11:30am
7 and up 12pm-1:30pm
Q&A 1:30pm-2pm
As a special treat to our community, a professional Ballerina from the Moscow Ballet will be coming to our studio to teach Master Classes for ages 3-6 and 7 and up! She will also be holding a Q&A session for dancers and parents. Interested students will have the opportunity to audition for the Moscow Ballet Nutcracker (details TBA). Please join us for this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity! For more information and to register, please contact [email protected].
Fee: $15/ $10 member
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Looking for a mitzvah project to do with your kids?
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The J is gearing up to help our older community members enjoy the J as much as you do! J Rides is a volunteer supported rides program that helps non-driving adults 55+ feel more connected by getting out of their home to attend programs and special events at the J. Contact
[email protected] or call 703-537-3071for more info.
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Shanah Tovah (Happy New Year),
This beautiful month of October is filled with amazing Jewish holidays - from the sweetness of beginning a New Year (Rosh Hashanah) to the reflective day of Yom Kippur, followed by the celebratory holiday of Sukkot (harvest celebration) and the excitement of Sh'mini Atzert and Simchat torah (celebration of the completion of the reading of the torah).
Reading with children about the important things in life -- like family, forgiveness, togetherness, thankfulness and basic needs -- is a great activity during Yom Kippur, Sukkot and Simchat Torah. We hope you find the resources at the left helpful.
This month, Growing Jewish Families will be:
- Building sukkahs (small huts with open ceilings)
- Shaking the Lulav (palm fronds) and Etrog (citrus)
- Braiding challah
- Playing and learning together
From escape room mysteries to mom's dinner out, from challah braidings to story times, from fantastic dinner topics to exciting new classes, there's something for everyone this month with GJF.
Your Growing Jewish Families family wishes you:
- Shanah Tovah (Have a good year)
- G'mar Tov (Have an easy fast)
- G'mar Hatimah Tovah (May you be sealed for a good year in the book of life)
We look forward to seeing you soon!
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Learn to Braid Challah at Challah Tots!
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Join us at Whole Foods for a fun-filled adventure braiding challah and hearing stories.
This month, we'll learn about the upcoming holiday of Sukkot.
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!
**JCCNV is not responsible for kashrut supervision at Whole Foods
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Ashburn
19800 Belmont Executive Plaza
Mon, Oct 10
10:30am
*last Challah Tots in Ashburn until 2017
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Alexandria
1700 Duke Street
Wed, Oct 26
10:30am
*Sukkot topic
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and holiday menu; good till 10/12 at all Northern Virginia Whole Foods Stores.
*challah is not kosher
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Thank you Whole Foods Markets for hosting Challah Tots events, providing us with the dough and for being such wonderful community partners.
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Learn & Craft: Sukkot Book Buddies Story Time
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Moms, dads, grandpare
nts and anyone who loves books -- you are invited to bring your children to enjoy PJ Library story time and arts and crafts.
This month's theme is the Jewish holiday of Sukkot.
Join us for these FREE, educational and entertaining events at your local library.
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Fairfax Library
100360 North Street.
Wed, Oct 5
10:30-11:30 am
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Chantilly Library
4000 Stringfellow
Rd
Thurs, Oct 13
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Burke Centre Library
5935 Freds Oak Rd
Mon, Oct 17
10:30-11:30 am
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Parents and grandparents too!
Want to receive
FREE PJ Library BOOKS
at your house each month?
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Sukkot Farm Festivities!
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Potomac Vegetable Farm
9627 Leesburg Pike, Vienna
Sunday, Oct. 16
3:00 pm
FEE: $5 per person, $20 max per family, under 1 year FREE
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Join us for some family fun and education as we gather to celebrate Sukkot.
- Tour a local farm
- Shake the lulav (branches) and smell the etrog (citrus)
- Decorate the Sukkah (temporary hut)
- Enjoy a yummy snack
- Listen to PJ Library® stories
- Experience the holiday through fun activities
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Shalom Baby Playdate at the J
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Ages newborn-3 years, siblings welcome.
Meet with other families at the
J Romper Room
, a soft play area for little ones. Chat with other parents and watch your kids have fun socializing with other little friends.
FREE; you do not need to be a JCC member to come play!
JCCNV
8900 Little River Turnpike, Fairfax
Sun, Oct 9
10-11:30am
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2 Shalom Baby Playdates in Chantilly
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Calling all moms and dads - play dates aren't just for kids! Two playgroups happening simultaneously. Siblings welcome. See info below.
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3656 Centreview Drive
Chantilly
FREE: NOVA Playlabs is waiving the entrance fee when you come to play with Growing Jewish Families!
Sun, Oct 9
10-11:00am
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Ages: 9 months -5 years old and their paren
ts
While the kids play, the grown-ups get to schmooze and meet other families with young children. Meet up with old friends, and make some new friends, too!
There is a NOVA Playlabs paid staff person to help play with the littles.
Children (and adults planning to play) MUST WEAR socks.
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NEW PARENT:
Discuss n' Play
TOPIC: TBD
Ages: 0-12 months
Join us (wit
h your babies) as we welcome
Doulas of Northern Virginia
for a short discussion and Q&A followed by some social time to meet other families of newborns. Come with questions or just to listen.
Meet new friends and talk about the challenges and joys of being a new parent in a warm supportive environment. Form friendships that can last a lifetime and relax as you share your thoughts, concerns, ideas, joys and frustrations.
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RSVP for both playdates at least 3 days prior as their is limited space. Please RSVP with [email protected].
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Exciting GJF Classes for Fall
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Experience yoga with a Jewish twist as you engage in yoga poses with your baby! In this class, we'll touch on Jewish concepts, get an energizing workout, and connect with other area parents. Parents and children age newborn to crawling are welcome. Mats will be provided, but please bring a towel and water.
See video here.
Dates: Sundays, 3:30pm-4:15pm Oct 9, 16, 23, 30; Nov 6, 13
Program Leader: Valerie Greenfeld, Yoga Specialist
Location: Beth El Hebrew Congregation, 3830 Seminary Road, Alexandria
Fee: $120 6-session course for 1 adult and 1 child
$180 6-session course for 2 adults and 1 child
Code: #7734
j.baby Prenatal Series 
Expecting a Jewish baby but don't know what to expect? Our prenatal series has you covered. In this 4-week series, you'll have the opportunity to explore childbirth topics alongside other expecting parents, including ways to create a Jewish or Interfaith home, brit milah, labor and delivery, family nutrition and more. All classes facilitated by professionals in their field. All expecting parents are welcome.
Wednesdays, 7pm-9pm * Sunday November 20, 9am-3:300pm; November 9, 16, 20 (Sunday), 30
Locations: Wednesday class -- JCCNV, Sunday class -- Virginia Hospital Center
Fee: $180 4-session course per participant/couple
Code: #7736
Space is limited for all classes. Register early.
The above classes are brought to you by the JCCNV's Growing Jewish Families j.family ambassador program.
The j.family ambassador program is wholly funded by The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington.
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Join us for Divas and Diners - Ladies Night
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Calling women of all ages and stages!!! Join us for a fun-filled evening with wonderful friends new and not-so-new. Schmooze and laugh over dinner, dessert, and/or drinks at locations near your neighborhood.
Time: All dinners begin at 7:30pm
Fee: Each women pays her own bill
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Sterling/Ashburn
Thurs, Oct 6
Ocean Blue
21438 Expicerie Plaza
RSVP with Jennifer
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Ashburn
Thurs, Nov 3
Blackfin Ameripub
43781 Central Station Dr
RSVP with Jennifer |
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Divas and Diners - HOT TOPIC
Balancing Work and Home
with Career Coach Elana
Konstant
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Women of all ages and stages.
Join us as we welcome Elana Konstant for dinner and discussion about balancing work and home life.
2 dates, 2 locations
7:30pm
Fee: Presentation is free. Seating is limited. Each woman pays her own bill.
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Balancing Home and Work: How Working Mothers Can Create Synergy
in the Office and at Home
Do you feel burnt out trying to manage your family and your work? Is there no time left in the day for you? Join
Elana Konstant, a career coach specializing in women's issues, for this interactive dinner. Help reduce your stress. Learn how to effectively take on the challenges of balancing your professional obligations with your personal ones. Take home strategies and tips that you can apply in your daily life to ease the burdens in both worlds and help you get your equilibrium back.
Schmooze and laugh over dinner, dessert, and/or drinks as we learn together! Take a break from your regular routine and connect with other women. Bring a friend, and make new ones too!
Mon, Oct 17
Oh George!
10659 Braddock Road
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Thurs, Oct 20
Gregorio's Trattoria
428 Northpoint Village Ct
Reston
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Elana is also the leader of our Leaping Back to Work workshop series offered this fall. Please see below for more information.
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Divas and Diners Adventures
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Women of all ages and stages. Join us as we live, love, learn and laugh together.
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Adult Challah Braiding
and Wine Tasting
Thurs., Oct 13, 7:30pm
Whole Foods Vienna
143 Maple Avenue
Challah Braiding FREE, $6 for 3 pour wine flight
Food available for purchase. Each woman pays her own bill.
Register with
Sam
; limited space available.
Solve a Mystery Together
@ Herndon Escape Room
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Thurs., Oct 27, 7:30pm
REGISTRATION REQUIRED by Oct 8
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Solve a "not-so-scary" mystery together with friends new and not-so-new when the JCCNV's Divas and Diners goes to the Herndon Escape Room. If you've never done this before - it's a must try event (wine is even allowed).
FEE
: $28 per person (Tickets must be purchased in advance through the JCCNV to ensure that you are with o
ur group). **No refunds after Oct 8,
Register Here
or by calling 703.323.0880, please use code: 7775
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Leaping Back (to work) Workshops
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Strategies for Re-entering the Workforce
after Kids
Are you a stay-at-home mom considering a return to the workforce? Or perhaps a mom wanting to leave her job to stay at home full-time? If either scenario applies to you, you'll want to attend our new course, "Leaping Back: Strategies for Re-entering the Workforce after Kids". In these 5 sessions, we will have group breakouts and assignments that will allow participants to walk away with goals, achievable action items, a working resume/LinkedIn profile, self-care tips, and much more. You will have access to a host of resources, including a private forum for commentary and questions, as well as opportunities for individual career coaching. If you want to get back into the workforce or otherwise change your career, this workshop will empower you to do just that.
Facilitator: Elana Konstant Elana Konstant, a career coach specializing in professional women's issues, will be facilitating this interactive workshop series about how best to position yourself professionally while raising children full-time. She has been featured in Huffington Post,
Glamour.com, Babble, and a variety of other media outlets. To learn more about Elana, please visit her website at
konstantchangecoaching.com.
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Location 1
3656 Centreview Drive
Chantilly
5-week sessions
Tuesdays -- Nov 1, 15, 22, 29 and Dec 6
10 am-Noon
FEE: $150 per adult (includes all five sessions)
Babysitting available through NoVA Playlabs for children 9 months an older for an additional discounted rate of $10 per child/week.You can pre-register for babysitting at
novaplaylabs.com (
choose supervised play and include "leaping back" in the notes). Walk in babysitting also available. Class registration required. No class walk-ins.
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Location 2
Play Work Dash
8214 B Old Courthouse Road
Vienna, VA
5-week sessions
Mondays -- Nov 14, 21, 28
Dec 5, 12
10am-Noon
FEE
: $150 per adult
(includes all five sessions).
There are only 8 babysitting
spots/week.
Class registration required. No class walk-ins.
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This workshop series has a minimum enrollment at both locations. If minimum enrollment is not met, your fee will be refunded. Locations are not interchangeable as workshops
are tailored to attendees. If you sign up in one location, we request you continue to attend all sessions at the same location.
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