Beyond the Fundamentals: Exploring Contemporary Judaism 7:00 - 9:00 PM on Thursdays, March 10, 24, and 31; April 7 and 28; May 5, 12, and 26; June 2 and 9 (Zoom) This ten-session intermediate class, taught by Rabbi Adam Zeff, is intended for those who would like to deepen their learning beyond an introductory course.
HAZAK invites you to BEING THERE: EXPLORING WAYS TO RESPOND WHEN GOOD FRIENDS ARE ILL with Rina Rosenberg Health challenges are a natural part of life, especially as we age. Hazak means strength, as you know. How does our strength come into play as we consider the challenges of showing up in the best way
The Germantown Jewish Centre Israeli dance group meets on Sunday mornings from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM from September through June. Under the guidance of an experienced teacher (Grant Shulman), the sessions begin with instruction and review before moving on to intermediate-level dances. It is an informal, friendly, and inclusive group, and always welcomes new
Shai Held Book Club 10:30 – 11:30 AM on Wednesdays through September 21, 2022 Join our weekly reading and discussion of essays on the weekly parasha in The Heart of Torah, by Rabbi Shai Held. All essays are read during class together, so there is no need for advanced preparation. Our studies and discussions center on
Get your costumes ready for Purim David Bowie Style! Who's "Under Pressure" in Shushan?!? "Let's Dance" our way to "Fame" with the greatest rock stars ever: Jake “Space Oddity” Kriger, Rabbi “Rebel Rebel” Zeff, and GJC's "Young Americans" Dan Berman (bass guitar), Mikael Elsila (keyboard), Shawn Hennessey (drums), Sam Kassel (electric bass), and a host of all
Prayer is for every day, and GJC supports a weekday minyan service, especially on Purim! Come in costume to hear the Rabbi's Purim teaching, which we are sure will provide plenty of food for thought. Speaking of food, can you ever have enough hamantaschen? Come to this service to have even more! Read TEN YEARS
Purimschpiel at 9:30 AM Carnival at 10:30 AM Come in costume and join in the fun at GJC’s annual family-friendly Purim extravaganza! The GJC Celebrates! Purim family megillah reading & schpiel will begin at 9:30 AM. Afterward, the outdoor Purim Carnival starts swinging at 10:30 AM with games of chance and skill, acrobatics, an inflatable
Lunchtime Mishnah 12:00 - 12:30 PM on Tuesdays, March 15 - May 31 (Zoom) Take a quick break in the middle of your day to learn Mishnah, a central rabbinic text, with Rabbi Zeff. We will learn about what Mishnah is, how it works, and delve into some key mishnaic texts together. If you are
Dancin’ in the Seats is Steve Weintraub's program of dance done while mostly or entirely seated. Dancin’ in the seats is not simply an exercise program but brings an aesthetic dimension to movement. For an hour at a time, participants feel happy to be alive, graceful, and youthful. Being seated allows a large range of
Dancin’ in the Seats is Steve Weintraub's program of dance done while mostly or entirely seated. Dancin’ in the seats is not simply an exercise program but brings an aesthetic dimension to movement. For an hour at a time, participants feel happy to be alive, graceful, and youthful. Being seated allows a large range of
