George Washington University Launches New Center for Jewish Education
The George Washington University’s Graduate School of Education and Human Development announced plans last month to open a new center for Jewish learning on...
Kesher Israel Congregation Marks 30 Years of Its Orthodox Women’s Megillat Esther Reading
For the past 30 years, women have been chanting Megillat Esther, the scroll read on Purim, at Kesher Israel Congregation in Georgetown. Since ancient...
MCEA Cease-Fire Resolution Deemed Out of Order
A resolution calling for a “Ceasefire in Israel and Palestine” by members of the Montgomery County Education Association was ruled out of order at...
Noa Nir… You Should Know
Noa Nir is a longtime resident of Arlington and has ties to the Northern Virginia Jewish community that stretch back to some of her...
Olam Tikvah Approaches Its 60th Anniversary With Excitement and Celebration
Congregation Olam Tikvah in Fairfax is preparing to celebrate its 60th anniversary on March 9 amid a wave of positive developments, including the hiring...
Temple Beth Ami Takes Civil Rights Trip to Alabama
A recent civil rights trip to Alabama enabled congregants from Temple Beth Ami to learn more about the history of the Jewish community’s involvement...
Federation’s Fundraising Efforts Experienced a Big Bump in 2023
Support for Israel and local Jewish communities after the Oct. 7 attacks helped lead to a significant increase in 2023 fundraising totals for the...
Local School District Faces Federal Investigation After Allegations of Unchecked Antisemitism
Montgomery County Public Schools is facing a federal investigation by the U.S. Department of Education in response to allegations of unchecked antisemitism in the...
