Explore some upcoming events in Jewish DMV, from sukkah decorating to film screenings.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 4
‘THE DATING GAME’
In a country where eligible men outnumber women by 30 million, three perpetual bachelors join an intensive seven-day dating camp led by one of China’s most sought-after dating coaches in a last-ditch effort to find a girl, and love. Watch the documentary to see if the bachelors find the self-confidence they need to land a date, then participate in a conversation with director Violet Du Feng after the screening. This event will take place at 7 p.m. at Edlavitch DC JCC, 1529 16th St., NW, Washington, D.C. Admission is $14 to $17. Register at edcjcc.org/jxj/show/the-dating-game.
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 5
BUILD AND DECORATE THE FABRANGEN SUKKAH WITH FABRANGEN HAVURAH
Help construct and decorate the Fabrangen sukkah with the Fabrangen Havurah community. No building experience necessary; all are welcome. Enjoy a hearty breakfast of bagels, lox, fruit, coffee, juice and snacks. This free event will take place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Fabrangen Sukkah, 3639 Windom Place, NW, Washington, D.C. Register at fabrangen.org/event/build-decorate-the-fabrangen-sukkah.
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 5
POLINGER ARTISTS OF EXCELLENCE
Enjoy a piano, clarinet and cello trio made up of Anna Polonsky, David Shifrin and Peter Wiley. This event will take place from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Bender JCC, 6125 Montrose Road, Rockville. Admission is $56. Register at benderjccgw.org/calendar/polinger-artists-of-excellence-polonsky-shifrin-wiley-trio-october-2025.
MONDAY, OCTOBER 6
FILM SCREENING: ‘PLUNDERER: THE LIFE AND TIMES OF A NAZI ART THIEF”
This documentary traces the rise, fall and astonishing post-war resurgence of notorious Nazi art dealer Bruno Lohse, who helped Hitler’s right-hand man Hermann Göring amass a vast collection of stolen art in Europe during World War II. The film includes stories of Holocaust survivors working to reclaim their families’ lost artworks and examines the continuity between the post-war era and the contemporary art world and its secretive culture. Enjoy an optional dinner at 6 p.m. before the 7 p.m. movie. This event will take place from 6 to 9 p.m. at Washington Hebrew Congregation, 3935 Macomb St., NW, Washington, D.C. Admission is $5 to $20. Register at whctemple.org/event/film-screening-plunderer-the-life-and-times-of-a-nazi-art-thief.
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 7 TO FRIDAY, OCTOBER 10
SUKKAH OF HOPE WITH HOSTAGES AND MISSING FAMILIES FORUM
As we mark two years since Oct. 7, gather in front of the White House this Sukkot to remember the souls we lost and to continue the urgent fight to bring all 48 hostages home. Partnering organizations include the JCRC of Greater Washington, Adas Israel Congregation, American Jewish Committee and the Jewish Federation of Greater Washington. This event will take place from 9:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. at The Ellipse, Washington, D.C. Register at f.the-isn.org/sukkah_of_hope.
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 7
A CIRCLE OF SONG, MEMORY AND HOPE: COMMEMORATING OCT. 7
Join the Har Shalom community in the sukkah to commemorate two years since the attacks of Oct. 7 with a special ushpizin for the remaining hostages in Gaza. This event will take place from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 8
CELEBRATE SUKKOT WITH JEWS OF COLOR and THEIR FAMILIES
Come celebrate and build community with fellow Jews of color and their families this Sukkot. Enjoy dinner in the sukkah, family-friendly learning with Ammud ambassador Rabbi Kelly Whitehead, mulled apple cider and an opportunity to make new friends. This free event will take place from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Edlavitch DC JCC, 1529 16th St., NW, Washington, D.C. Register at edcjcc.org/calendar/celebrate-sukkot-for-jews-of-color-and-their-families.
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 9
FINDING SOPHIE: HOW TO RESEARCH YOUR FAMILY HISTORY
This presentation introduces effective methods for tracing your ancestors and navigating the common challenges of genealogical research. Whether you’re just beginning your family history journey or have already started uncovering your roots, this workshop offers valuable insights using a real-life case study, presented by April Goldenberg of the Jewish Genealogical Society of Greater Washington’s board of directors. This event will take place from 2 to 3:15 p.m. on Zoom. Register at habermaninstitute.org/events-20252026/2025/10/9/finding-sophie-how-to-research-your-family-ancestry.
