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Blood Drive
Fall Blood Drive
October 16 || Adas Israel Congregation
TOMORROW!
Your donation to our Fall Blood Drive will not only help replenish the blood supply in the DC metro area, but also help areas facing blood shortages after Hurricanes Florence and Michael devastated parts of the East Coast. It's safe, easy, confidential, and extremely rewarding. In partnership with Inova Blood Services.
Upcoming Events at the Edlavitch DCJCC
Actually by Anna Ziegler
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Actually
October 17-November 18 || Arena Stage
Two freshmen at Princeton University seem to be on the same page about where their relationship is heading, until suddenly they aren’t. What begins as a casual hook up turns into a Title IX hearing in which both students have everything to lose.
Promise at Dawn
October 18 || Bethesda Row Cinema
From his childhood in Poland to his adolescence in Nice to his years as a student in Paris and his tough training as a pilot during World War II, this tragi-comedy tells the story of Romain Gary, one of the most famous and fabulous French novelists.
 
Hunger Action
Lunch and Learn Jewish Ethics Torah and Morality 
Hunger Action
November 4 || DC Central Kitchen
DC Central Kitchen prepares over 5,000 meals a day, 365 days a year, for low-income residents and those experiencing homelessness. Join us on site to chop vegetables, sort fresh produce, mix salads, portion meals, and prepare and cook food.

Jewish Ethics: Do Torah and Morality Always Go Together?
November 13 || TBD
This Hadar at the EDCJCC four-part lunch and learn series will dive into the rabbis' ethical debates and shed light on our own.
Parenting Without Power Struggles EBTT Convio 
Parenting Without Power Struggles
November 15 || Mary's Center
This workshop will provide strategies for how to encourage your child's growing need to assert independence while still maintaining your control and authority. Struggles around mealtime, potty training, and cooperation will be addressed.
22nd Annual Everything But The Turkey
November 18-19 || Adas Israel Congregation
Join hundreds of volunteers over 2 days to prepare thousands of Thanksgiving meals for those in need at local community kitchens, transitional housing facilities, and homeless shelters. 
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Running Club
Ongoing || Fitness || EDCJCC 16th Street Steps
Whatever your goals or level of experience may be, joining our club can help you achieve your running and fitness goals while providing a great social network in a supportive environment. Meets on Mondays and Wednesdays.

Bootcamp
Ongoing || Fitness || EDCJCC 16th Street Steps
Command power, strength, and agility with this military inspired working that will push you to your limits, and challenge your mind and body. Meets on Fridays.

Annual Theater J Benefit
November 1 || Theater J || Arena Stage
Join us for an exclusive sneak peek of Dear Jack, Dear Louise, the newest play by Tony and Olivier Award winner Ken Ludwig, directed and introduced by the playwright himself.

Etgar Keret: Based on a True Story
November 7 || Film || E Street Cinema
Through animations of his stories, re-enactments of his anecdotes, peeks behind the scenes and interviews with family and friends, beloved Israeli writer and humorist Etgar Keret is captured in this delightfully surrealistic documentary.

Torah & Sexuality: If Adam Were Eve
November 13 || GLOE || Sixth & I
In a class led by Rabbi Rachel Ackerman of LGBTQ-affirming synagogue Temple Shalom, explore texts and various interpretations of the first adam (human being) as a framework for discussing current transgender issues.
Strategic Plan: Your Input
Thank you to those who filled out our survey -  your views are important to us. Now, you have another opportunity to share your ideas about the role of the EDCJCC in our community. We will be holding focus groups around town in October. If you are interested in participating, email adinak@edcjcc.org.

Big News We're Renovating
The Edlavitch DCJCC is currently undergoing a major renovation of our historic building to meet the needs of our expanding and vibrant community. We’ll continue to present our programs around town in cultural destinations and neighborhood venues throughout the city. Find answers to all of your questions at edcjcc.org/renovation.


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.
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EDLAVITCH DCJCC
1529 Sixteenth Street, NW | Washington, DC 20036
edcjcc.org | 202.518.9400

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