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SundaySun, 9 NovNovember, 2025

 
 
The Most Important Photos of Our Lifetime with David Burnett, photojournalist

Sunday, Nov 9th 7:30p to 9:00pAs part of B’nai Israel’s Centennial Celebration, please join us as acclaimed photojournalist David Burnett shares his award-winning work and tells the stories behind some of the most important photos of our lifetime.

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SaturdaySat, 22 NovNovember, 2025
WednesdayWed, 17 DecDecember, 2025

 
 
Golden Latkes & Lights

Wednesday, Dec 17th 6:00p to 9:00pGather with friends and family to celebrate Hanukkah with food, games, fun, and plenty of lights! This program will feature activities for children of all ages, tots through teens, as well as for our adults.

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WednesdayWed, 17 DecDecember, 2025

Golden Latkes & Lights

Wednesday, Dec 17th 6:00p to 9:00pGather with friends and family to celebrate Hanukkah with food, games, fun, and plenty of lights! This program will feature a special “Menorah Memories” exhibit, plus activities for children of all ages, tots through teens, as well as for adults.

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ThursdayThu, 8 JanJanuary, 2026

Who Knows One? An Interactive Evening of the Hit Show Full of Connections and Jewish Geography with Micah Hart

Thursday, Jan 8th 7:00p to 9:00p“Who Knows One? is the hit show that brings Jewish Geography to life on stage! Host Micah Hart captivates with a program full of hilarious interactive games and fascinating stories of connection designed to show us just how much we have in common regardless of our background or affiliation. Join the fun, share your own experiences, and maybe even win some prizes yourself. Guaranteed to put a smile on your face!

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FridayFri, 30 JanJanuary, 2026

 
 
Social Justice Weekend (Friday)

Friday, Jan 30th (All day)Our Jewish values compel us to take responsibility for our community—to fight for justice and equity everywhere— within our own congregation, across our Jewish community and beyond in our greater Montgomery County community. B’nai Israel engages in this important justice work as part of the SEA Change DMV network of congregations, and partners at the county and state levels with community allies and partners. Join us for a weekend full of events to learn more about this work, how it aligns with our Jewish values, and how you can get involved through B’nai Israel.

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SaturdaySat, 31 JanJanuary, 2026

 
 
Social Justice Weekend (Saturday)

Shabbat, Jan 31st (All day)9:00 AM Shabbat Morning Services with Sermon by JTS Rabbinical Student Claire Bruder 12:00 PM Lunch & Learn Social Justice Panel Discussion and Hot Chocolate Kiddush for Teens

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SundaySun, 1 FebFebruary, 2026

 
 
Social Justice Weekend (Sunday)

Sunday, Feb 1st (All day)Our Jewish values compel us to take responsibility for our community—to fight for justice and equity everywhere— within our own congregation, across our Jewish community and beyond in our greater Montgomery County community. B’nai Israel engages in this important justice work as part of the SEA Change DMV network of congregations, and partners at the county and state levels with community allies and partners. Join us for a weekend full of events to learn more about this work, how it aligns with our Jewish values, and how you can get involved through B’nai Israel. The weekend coincides with Social Action Shabbat, JTS Student Ambassador Shabbat, and Teen Shabbat. A preliminary schedule is below. Friday, January 30 5:45 PM Wine & Cheese Gathering 6:15 PM Shabbat Zimra Kabbalat Shabbat Services 7:00 PM Shabbat Dinner with SEA Change Coalition Partners and Teen Shabbat Dinner with JTS Rabbinical Student Claire Bruder Saturday, January 31 - Social Action Shabbat & Teen Shabbat 9:00 AM Shabbat Morning Services with Sermon by JTS Rabbinical Student Claire Bruder 12:00 PM Lunch & Learn Social Justice Panel Discussion and Hot Chocolate Kiddush for Teens Sunday, February 1 11:00 AM Community Conversation

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SundaySun, 12 AprApril, 2026

March of the Living 2026 with Rabbi Mitchell Berkowitz

Sunday, Apr 12th (All day)April 12–23, 2026

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FridayFri, 15 MayMay, 2026

Centennial Congregational Shabbaton

Friday, May 15th (All day)Get away with your family and friends for a memorable and meaningful B’nai Israel Congregational Shabbaton with Rabbi Safra and Rabbi Berkowitz at Pearlstone Retreat Center.

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Thu, November 6 2025 15 Cheshvan 5786