Explore these upcoming events in Jewish DMV, from Shabbat services for all ages to a chance to meet the broadcast voice of the Washington Nationals!
FRIDAY, JANUARY 2
TOT SHABBAT & FAMILY DINNER
Participate in an engaging, interactive Tot Shabbat service, which teaches Jewish prayers, traditions and rituals through songs, stories and art projects. Following the service, stick around for dinner. Tot Shabbats are open to the community. This event will take place from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at Washington Hebrew Congregation, 3935 Macomb Ave., NW, Washington, D.C. Register at whctemple.org/event/tot-shabbat-family-dinner-01-02-2026.
FRIDAY, JANUARY 2
METRO MINYAN WITH 2239
Don’t miss the first Metro Minyan of the year, featuring light learning, hot appetizers and drinks, followed by a Kabbalat Shabbat service enhanced by Becky’s inspiring music. After services, enjoy dinner and connect with friends old and new. This event is intended for people between the ages of 22 and 39. This event will take place from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at Washington Hebrew Congregation, 3935 Macomb Ave., NW, Washington, D.C. Admission is $18-$36. Register at eventbrite.com/e/2239s-january-metro-minyan-tickets-1976497288596.
SATURDAY, JANUARY 3
SATURDAY MORNING SHABBAT SERVICES
Fabrangen Havurah is a community devoted to Torah, community service and social justice activism. Everyone is invited to join the Fabrangen community for Shabbat services regardless of gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, religious background or affiliation, nationality, disability or age. Services begin at 9:30 a.m., preceded by a half hour of meditation. This event will take place from 9:30 a.m. to noon at the Washington Ethical Society, 7750 16th St., NW, Washington, D.C., and virtually via Zoom. Register at fabrangen.org/events.
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 7
CHAIR YOGA WITH BARA
Perfect for all levels, chair yoga offers a gentle, accessible way to build strength, improve mobility and reduce stress. With the support of a chair, Bara will guide participants through mindful movements, breathwork and light stretching designed to enhance balance, flexibility and overall well-being. This event will take place from 10:15 to 11 a.m. at Edlavitch DCJCC, 1529 16th St., NW, Washington, D.C. Admission for the eight-week session is $150 for members and $190 for nonmembers. Register at edcjcc.org/calendar/chair-yoga-with-bara.
THURSDAY, JANUARY 8
ISRAEL AT A TURNING POINT
As Israel emerges from a historic cease-fire, confronts the aftermath of the war with Iran and welcomes home the surviving hostages, many are asking: What comes next? In this talk, Yaron Deckel, journalist and Jewish Agency’s regional director to Canada, offers an insider’s perspective on the crossroads facing Israel and the Middle East today. This free event will take place from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Pozez JCC, 8900 Little River Turnpike, Fairfax. Register at shalomdc.org/event/israel-at-a-turning-point.
THURSDAY, JANUARY 8
MUSIC THAT UNITES: JAZZ CONCERT
The Thelma Yellin High School for the Arts in Israel bring their big band to D.C. to join Charles E. Smith Instrumental Ensembles and Shir Madness a cappella group for a night of jazz music. The TYHS big band performs a wide repertoire of works by musical arrangers in Israel and abroad. This free event will take place from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Julia Bindeman Suburban Center, 11810 Falls Road, Potomac. Register at whctemple.org/event/thelma-yellin-big-band-concert.
SUNDAY, JANUARY 11
WASHINGTON NATIONALS BROADCASTER DAN KOLKO WITH TIKVAT ISRAEL’S MEN’S CLUB
Dan Kolko, the broadcast voice of the Washington Nationals, will address the men’s club at Tikvat Israel. A Silver Spring native, Kolko serves as the on-air co-host of pre-game and post-game television coverage on MASN and occasionally fills in on play-by-play. He is a 2025 inductee in the Greater Washington Jewish Sports Hall of Fame. This event will take place at 10 a.m. at Tikvat Israel Congregation, 2200 Baltimore Road, Rockville. Admission is $18. Register by Jan. 8 by emailing Joe Miller at [email protected].
