Jewish Community Center of Washington, DC

8th Annual National Rainbow Seder - 2015

Date:
Sunday, March 29, 2015
Time:
3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location:
Human Rights Campaign
1640 Rhode Island Ave, NW
Washington, DC 20036

GLOE's 8th Annual

National Rainbow Seder
The Power of Your Story
with Rabbi Gil Steinlauf, Adas Israel Congregation
and Cantor Jason Kaufman, Beth El Hebrew Congregation

Rabbi Gil SteinlaufSunday, March 29, 2015
3:00 pm | Wine & Schmooze
4:00-7:00 pm | Seder

Location
Human Rights Campaign
1640 Rhode Island Ave, NW
Washington, DC 20036

Tickets  
$36 Mensch-size Ticket*
    Help bring more people to the table!
$24 Regular Seder Ticket
FREE: Children (18 and under) and Volunteers*
[PURCHASE TICKETS AT BOTTOM OF PAGE]

Join GLOE and the Human Rights Campaign for this 8th annual event to tell our stories of liberation. We are thrilled to welcome a national leader, Rabbi Gil Steinlauf, of Adas Israel Congregation, as the spiritual guide of our Seder. When Rabbi Steinlauf made international headlines this fall - a major leading figure of the Conservative movement coming out as gay - he became a powerful role model and inspiration for so many in our community and around the world. Cantor Jason Kaufman

We will read from our own National Rainbow Seder's haggadah, specially created for the occasion, and with music led by the uplifting Cantor Jason Kaufman, of Beth El Hebrew Congregation. We'll drink the four cups to this year's theme, The Power of Your Story, and see how our own lives can impact others, both around the world and in our own DC backyard.

We’ll indulge in a delicious kosher meal as we perform the festive rituals with the Jewish LGBT community and our friends and allies. ALL are welcome! 

Get your tickets now for this celebration of freedom!

(FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS)

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Presented in partnership with
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Thank you to our Community Partners: Congregation Bet Mishpachah, Adas Israel Congregation, Beth El Hebrew Congregation

 
ASL and other interpretation always gladly provided upon advance notice.

*Mensch tickets help us subsidize the cost of the regular tickets, making the seder more accessible to all. Thanks for helping to bring more of our community to the table!

Want to attend the National Rainbow Seder for FREE? Be a volunteer!
Volunteer deadline: Monday, 3/23 

Thanks! All the volunteer slots are now filled!
Please get in touch if the cost of a ticket is prohibitive. We want you there! 

Contact GLOE at gloe@washingtondcjcc.org or 202-777-3253.

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Frequently Asked Questions

I'm interested in coming, but worried because I don't know anyone. Can you help?
Yes! Let us know by March 22, and we'll put you in touch with a friendly GLOE person who is attending!

What about dinner? Is it kosher?
There is a delicious catered dinner at the National Rainbow Seder. As with all DCJCC events, the food we serve is kosher, as well as this meal being kosher-for-Passover. It is a milchig/dairy meal. And of course, dessert!

We're happy to answer any questions: gloe@washingtondcjcc.org or 202-777-3253

Accessibility?
The Seder will have ASL, oral interpreters, and tactile interpreters for deaf/hoh participants. The Human Rights Campaign building is wheelchair/mobility device accessible. If you need other accomodations to allow you to fully participate in the Seder (or simply have questions), please let us know in advance and we'll be happy to help. gloe@washingtondcjcc.org or 202-777-3253

Is there a dress code? What should I wear?
There is no official dress code. Most people dress as they would for a family Seder or holiday - dressed nicely, a little dressed up, but not overly formally. (For many people that could mean a button-down or sweater, a skirt, a jacket, slacks, etc. Most people do not wear jeans.) Please wear what feels appropriate to you to celebrate the holiday - whether that is a tux, yoga pants, or something in between.

Is it appropriate to bring kids?
Yes! The seder is not specifically a "kids" seder, but our atmosphere is fun and festive! Please note that, as a group, we will be reading our haggadah and discussing its ideas, including the mention of serious topics. We trust you to use your judgment: you know your kids best. Get in touch with us with any questions.
We welcome all who would like to participate.

To attend, do I have to be LGBTQ? Do I have to be Jewish? (Observant? Old? Young? Ashkenazi? Sephardic? etc.)
Nope. We welcome everyone who would like to join our LGBTQ seder and celebrate Passover's lessons of freedom!

In fact, every year, we have a beautiful mix of people. Some are LGBTQ and Jewish, some are not. All are welcome, and (if they choose) can easily participate in a variety of ways - singing, reading, discussing ideas, or just generally being among the community.

What if I don't read Hebrew?
Not a problem. Most of the Seder is in English, and anything in Hebrew also appears in English transliteration.

What about transportation?
The HRC is located at 1640 Rhode Island Ave, NW, Washington, DC 20036. (MAP)
Public Transportation: The HRC is in Dupont Cirlce, and only a few blocks from two red line Metro Stations: Dupont Circle (South exit) and Farragut North.
Driving: There are many paid parking lots in the area.There is NO parking lot at the HRC. Street parking is often available within a few blocks, but it's a busy neighborhood, so leave yourself time for whichever option you choose.

Other questions?
For more information, please contact GLOE Director, Halley Cohen at 202-777-3253 or halleyc@washingtondcjcc.org.

 


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