GJC’s Jewish book reading group meets monthly, reading and discussing fiction and nonfiction books of Jewish interest written mostly (but not solely) by Jewish writers and chosen by the group. Volunteer group members lead the discussion. For more information and the link to access the Zoom meeting, please contact Nan Myers. May's book is "The
If you or your teen needs access to the Teen Tuesday online programming, please email Education Director Abby Weinberg at educator@germantownjewishcentre.org.
Facilitated by Rabbi Fredi Cooper, EdD and Irene McHenry, PhD Support group for GJC congregants who have health conditions that make them feel especially vulnerable during this current time. PLEASE NOTE: Links to register for support groups are not posted here. Rather, daily and weekly schedules with links are emailed to our member listserv. If
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
HAZAK programs are planned for our seniors (age 55+) and are geared to both reflect common interests and get us to “stretch” to try new activities as well. This well-attended book group meets monthly all year long on the second Thursday of the month to discuss great books - BYO tea and nosh to the
Mazal tov to the Confirmation Class of 2021! PLEASE NOTE: Links to services and events are not posted on the GJC website. Rather, daily and weekly schedules with links are emailed to our member listserv. If you are not a GJC member but would like to receive these emails, please contact Program & Membership Director
Dorshei Derekh is a weekly member-led Reconstructionist minyan that puts an emphasis on singing, with a full P’sukei d’Zimra (preliminary service), and interactive discussion during the d’var Torah. The minyan is currently meeting over Zoom, and all roles in the service are coordinated and filled by members, who also organize social activities, study, and celebrations
Calling all Israelite families (with kids aged 5-12) to join our SHAVU’OT SCAVENGER HUNT! Like the Hebrews making their way towards Mt. Sinai, you will travel with your clan around the GJC grounds, “doing and listening” to Torah along the way. At each stop, you will experience one of the 10 Commandments, and when you’re
6:00 PM: The Completion of Pirkei Avot (in person, online, and streaming) Join Rabbi Zeff for an exploration of the final chapter of Pirkei Avot, where we will focus on “How to Acquire Torah.” This learning session will be held outdoors and in person at GJC, as well as accessible by Zoom and live video stream. If
PLEASE NOTE: Links to services and events are not posted online. Rather, daily and weekly schedules with links are emailed to our member listserv. If you are not a GJC member but would like to receive these emails, please contact Program & Membership Director Kate Lawn at program@germantownjewishcentre.org to be added to our list.
