FAMILY PROGRAMS
The Edlavitch DCJCC FAMILY PROGRAMS are designed with your family in mind. We merge high quality experiential activities with an informal camp-like atmosphere. Dedicated to serving and supporting our diverse community, we create safe space to explore Jewish values amidst the messy, joyful chaos that is raising kids in an urban environment in the modern world. Organized around the Jewish calendar and Shabbat we offer: monthly celebrations, pool parties, carnivals, story time and other kid friendly activities for children aged 2-8. All families are welcome—you don’t have to be Jewish to find a home at the EDCJCC.
Upcoming Events
How do I welcome my baby into the Jewish community? What’s a mohel and how do I find one? How are the welcoming rituals similar and different for boys and girls? When and how do I announce the baby’s name? Join EDCJCC Children and Families staff Lindsay Kagin and Miriam Szubin — who have welcomed two girl and three boy babies between them — for a virtual workshop on Jewish rituals, traditions, and options for a bris (a Jewish religious male circumcision ceremony) and simchat bat (celebration of a daughter). You’ll walk away with information, resources, and connections to a community of other parents-to-be of Jewish babies.
PJ kids and their “grandfriends” can be part of the Sweet Summer Series, too! Join us for a special afternoon of stories and fun.
If logging in from a separate home than your grandchild or your child’s grandparent, please register each person separately.
Register in advance: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0vdOqqqzgiGtIf68Qtdsck7qymz64KCn8G
This program is a collaboration of PJ Library, the Bender JCC, Edlavitch DCJCC, HoneymoonIsrael, Pozez JCC’s Growing Jewish Families, and The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington.
Thursday, August 5th 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm
FREE for the summer
Markid (Instructor): Amanda Herring, Manager of Jewish Life and Learning
Are you looking to meet great people and have fun, all while getting a high-energy workout? Then this class is for you!
Get your feet moving to the energetic beats of rikudai-am (Israeli dance). Monthly drop-in session is high energy, attracting young people and families from all across the DC Metropolitan area. Instruction will only include line dance for the time being (no circle or couples dances). All are welcome, beginners and experienced dancers alike. No dance partner necessary.
Schmaltz Brothers food truck will be parked outside the JCC on Aug. 5th with yummy food for purchase, so come hungry!
Pre-register or just drop in!
There will also be activities for little ones including bubbles, chalk, and ice pops!
Join your neighbors to welcome Shabbat at City-State Brewing. Bring your dinner or purchase from one of the food trucks on hand. JFamily will provide a shabbat tea light, challah and grape juice, you bring the rest!
We will have reserved picnic tables next to the wide-open doors. You are also welcome to bring your own chairs to sit outside.
Please note that everyone 2+ must be wearing masks when not eating or drinking.
There is a parking lot on top of the brewery and additional street parking close by.
This program is brought to you by the Edlavitch DCJCC and funded by The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington and The United Jewish Endowment Fund.
Join us for playtime and popsicles! We’ll gather with other families to socialize while social distancing.
Thursday, August 12, 5:00-6:00 PM Kalorama Park 1865 Kalorama Rd NW, Washington, DC
Pre-registration is required as attendance numbers are limited.
Good for all ages but most appreciated by kids 3-7 years old.
Cosponsored by PJ Library, EDCJCC, Honeymoon Israel, and The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington.
Get more details at https://www.jconnect.org/event/sweet-summer-series-2021-adams-morgan/
The Edlavitch DCJCC embraces inclusion in all its programs and activities. We welcome and encourage the participation of all people, regardless of their background, sexual orientation, abilities, or religion, including interfaith couples and families.