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1 event,Intermediate Modern Hebrew Hebrew – A Language Course, Level 3 - https://store.behrmanhouse.com/index.php/hebrew-a-language-course-level-3-shlav-gimmel.html Beginning on Monday February 2nd @ 7-8pm Online only Taught by Neta Litvin This course is designed for adult learners who are ready to strengthen and refine their Hebrew reading skills while continuing to grow in confidence and comprehension. Using a modern Hebrew textbook, students read […] |
2 events,Qeshet, meaning "rainbow" in Hebrew, is our LGBTQ+ group! We have a weekly Torah portion study group that is open to anyone looking for connection and community. Hope to see you there! Advanced Modern Hebrew Hebrew – A Language Course, Level 3. - https://store.behrmanhouse.com/index.php/hebrew-a-language-course-level-3-shlav-gimmel.html Beginning on Tuesday February 3rd @ 7-8pm Online only Taught by Neta Litvin This course is designed for adults who are ready to engage with Hebrew at a higher level of independence, depth, and expression. Advanced students also use Hebrew – A Language Course, Level 3 as the core textbook, […] |
2 events,Advanced Beginner Modern Hebrew Textbook: Hebrew – A Language Course, Level 1 - https://store.behrmanhouse.com/index.php/hebrew-a-language-course-level-1-shlav-aleph.html Beginning on Wednesday February 4th @ 7-8pm Online only Taught by Neta Litvin This course is designed for adult learners who already have some experience with Hebrew and are ready to take the next step. Building on your knowledge of the Hebrew alphabet and vowels, we will […] |
2 events,Join us every Friday at 7:00pm to welcome Shabbat! Our Shabbat services are joyous, musical, spiritual, and welcoming. And make sure you stick around afterwards for oneg Shabbat. All services […] |
3 events,Nothing is more heartwarming than the sight of the youngest members of our community running to the sanctuary for Shabbat! Typically held on the first Saturday of the month, Tot Shabbat affords our children and their families the time and space to truly experience the joys of Shabbat. Nell Hirsch, our children’s music specialist, leads Tot […] Join us in person for a Shabbat morning full of soul-filled sustenance - bagels and coffee for the body, Torah study for the soul, and conversation for the mind! |
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3 events,Leading a project, a task force, or a committee is different in a synagogue than it is at a traditional workplace. This program will help you develop your confidence and comfort level to take on a leadership role and/or enhance the role you are already fulfilling. In-person class sessions include text study and active engagement; […]
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Qeshet, the all-inclusive LGBTQIA+ tribe at NVHC, is gathering for an all-inclusive and all-laid-back potluck-style Fifth Night Seder at NVHC at 5:00pm on Sunday, April 5, 2026. |
4 events,Intermediate Modern Hebrew Hebrew – A Language Course, Level 3 - https://store.behrmanhouse.com/index.php/hebrew-a-language-course-level-3-shlav-gimmel.html Beginning on Monday February 2nd @ 7-8pm Online only Taught by Neta Litvin This course is designed for adult learners who are ready to strengthen and refine their Hebrew reading skills while continuing to grow in confidence and comprehension. Using a modern Hebrew textbook, students read […] We are excited for a new Adult B’nai Mitzvah class! This is an opportunity for adult members of our congregation, with a group of peers, to engage with our millennia-old tradition and community ritual of affirming one’s place in the Jewish community. There will be a Hebrew learning component as well as a content study […] Short Story Discussion Group First Monday of each month 7:30-8:30pm, on Zoom Join us for a fourth year of monthly lay-led discussions of Jewish short stories. Four NVHC members have selected the stories and will take turns leading the discussions. Each session will stand on its own - you can attend whenever you have the […] |
5 events,Tamid is our religious school/youth group program for students in 8th-12th grade. Click here to learn more! Qeshet, meaning "rainbow" in Hebrew, is our LGBTQ+ group! We have a weekly Torah portion study group that is open to anyone looking for connection and community. Hope to see you there! Advanced Modern Hebrew Hebrew – A Language Course, Level 3. - https://store.behrmanhouse.com/index.php/hebrew-a-language-course-level-3-shlav-gimmel.html Beginning on Tuesday February 3rd @ 7-8pm Online only Taught by Neta Litvin This course is designed for adults who are ready to engage with Hebrew at a higher level of independence, depth, and expression. Advanced students also use Hebrew – A Language Course, Level 3 as the core textbook, […] |
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Chesed – lovingkindness - is a pillar of Jewish community. The spiritual journey toward freedom that begins with Pesach requires acts of chesed to make it through to Sinai and revelation. To help us do this, NVHC has crafted Yom Chesed, a joyful, prayerful, reflective ritual to express gratitude for the opportunities we each have when doing mitzvot of caring for one other. Part of […] Advanced Beginner Modern Hebrew Textbook: Hebrew – A Language Course, Level 1 - https://store.behrmanhouse.com/index.php/hebrew-a-language-course-level-1-shlav-aleph.html Beginning on Wednesday February 4th @ 7-8pm Online only Taught by Neta Litvin This course is designed for adult learners who already have some experience with Hebrew and are ready to take the next step. Building on your knowledge of the Hebrew alphabet and vowels, we will […] |
3 events,The Silver Line, NVHC's 55+ group (no one is asking) hosts a monthly Shabbat dinner we like to call Kugel Cafe. We meet at 5:30pm to schmooze and enjoy a delicious catered meal together before heading down to the Sanctuary for Erev Shabbat services at 7:00pm. Questions? Contact Marsha Sheinman, mssheinman@yahoo.com or Laura Zelman, zeltalk@aol.com. Join us every Friday at 7:00pm to welcome Shabbat! Our Shabbat services are joyous, musical, spiritual, and welcoming. And make sure you stick around afterwards for oneg Shabbat. All services are in person and streamed on YouTube. |
2 events,Join us in person for a Shabbat morning full of soul-filled sustenance - bagels and coffee for the body, Torah study for the soul, and conversation for the mind! |
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6 events,Kehillat Limmud (Community of Learners) is our religious school program for children ages 0-7th grade. Click here to learn more! Taught by: Andrew Stein Sundays, September 14; October 12, 19, 26; November 9, 16; December 7, 14; January 11, 18, 25; February 1, 8, 22; March 1, 8, 15, 22; April 12, 19, 26; May 3 In Person & Online 10:45am-12:00pm With the end of World War II in Europe in May 1945, civilians and […] Tamid is our religious school/youth group program for students in 8th-12th grade. Click here to learn more!
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Celebrate Mimouna: Dialogue, Heritage, and Sweetness Mimouna is a traditional Moroccan Jewish celebration marking the end of Passover and the return to leavened foods. Rooted in coexistence, Muslim neighbors would bring flour and dairy to their Jewish friends, turning a moment of transition into one of connection and generosity. Join us on Sunday, April 12 at […] |
1 event,Intermediate Modern Hebrew Hebrew – A Language Course, Level 3 - https://store.behrmanhouse.com/index.php/hebrew-a-language-course-level-3-shlav-gimmel.html Beginning on Monday February 2nd @ 7-8pm Online only Taught by Neta Litvin This course is designed for adult learners who are ready to strengthen and refine their Hebrew reading skills while continuing to grow in confidence and comprehension. Using a modern Hebrew textbook, students read […] |
4 events,Tamid is our religious school/youth group program for students in 8th-12th grade. Click here to learn more! Advanced Modern Hebrew Hebrew – A Language Course, Level 3. - https://store.behrmanhouse.com/index.php/hebrew-a-language-course-level-3-shlav-gimmel.html Beginning on Tuesday February 3rd @ 7-8pm Online only Taught by Neta Litvin This course is designed for adults who are ready to engage with Hebrew at a higher level of independence, depth, and expression. Advanced students also use Hebrew – A Language Course, Level 3 as the core textbook, […] Taught by: Cantor Caro Tuesdays, September 9, October 14, November 11, December 9, January 13, February 17, March 10, April 14, May 19, June 2, July 14, August 11 7:00-8:30pm, in person and online This class will be a monthly exploration of how the calendar of Jewish time provides deep wisdom for our lives, carving […] |
4 events,Taught by: Elizabeth Lacher Thursdays, September 11, 18, 25; October 9; November 6, 13; December 4, 18; January 8, 29 6:00-6:55pm, in person only Wednesdays February 4, 18, 25; March 11, 18, 25; April 15, 22, 29; May 6, 13, 20 5:00-6:55pm, in person only $200/members, $250/non-members Prerequisites: Ability to read Hebrew phonetically Minimum 4 […] No prior knowledge needed! Wednesdays, 6:30-7:30pm In person at NVHC Text: Aleph Isn't Tough (optional text: Mishkan Tefilah: Shabbat, non-transliterated) Taught by Elizabeth Lacher Dates: 1/28, 2/4, 2/11, 2/18, 2/25, 3/4, 3/11, 3/18, 3/25, 4/15, 4/22, 4/29, 5/6, 5/13, 5/20, 5/27, 6/3 (the class on June 3 will be at 7:15pm), 6/10 Start 2026 off strong by learning something […] We are excited for a new Adult B’nai Mitzvah class! This is an opportunity for adult members of our congregation, with a group of peers, to engage with our millennia-old tradition and community ritual of affirming one’s place in the Jewish community. There will be a Hebrew learning component as well as a content study […] Advanced Beginner Modern Hebrew Textbook: Hebrew – A Language Course, Level 1 - https://store.behrmanhouse.com/index.php/hebrew-a-language-course-level-1-shlav-aleph.html Beginning on Wednesday February 4th @ 7-8pm Online only Taught by Neta Litvin This course is designed for adult learners who already have some experience with Hebrew and are ready to take the next step. Building on your knowledge of the Hebrew alphabet and vowels, we will […] |
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1 event,Join us every Friday at 7:00pm to welcome Shabbat! Our Shabbat services are joyous, musical, spiritual, and welcoming. And make sure you stick around afterwards for oneg Shabbat. All services are in person and streamed on YouTube. |
3 events,Join us in person for a Shabbat morning full of soul-filled sustenance - bagels and coffee for the body, Torah study for the soul, and conversation for the mind! |
6 events,Kehillat Limmud (Community of Learners) is our religious school program for children ages 0-7th grade. Click here to learn more! Taught by: Andrew Stein Sundays, September 14; October 12, 19, 26; November 9, 16; December 7, 14; January 11, 18, 25; February 1, 8, 22; March 1, 8, 15, 22; April 12, 19, 26; May 3 In Person & Online 10:45am-12:00pm With the end of World War II in Europe in May 1945, civilians and […] |
1 event,Intermediate Modern Hebrew Hebrew – A Language Course, Level 3 - https://store.behrmanhouse.com/index.php/hebrew-a-language-course-level-3-shlav-gimmel.html Beginning on Monday February 2nd @ 7-8pm Online only Taught by Neta Litvin This course is designed for adult learners who are ready to strengthen and refine their Hebrew reading skills while continuing to grow in confidence and comprehension. Using a modern Hebrew textbook, students read […] |
4 events,Tamid is our religious school/youth group program for students in 8th-12th grade. Click here to learn more! Qeshet, meaning "rainbow" in Hebrew, is our LGBTQ+ group! We have a weekly Torah portion study group that is open to anyone looking for connection and community. Hope to see you there!
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Join us as we gather for a ritual that transitions us from the solemn remembrance of Yom Hazikaron (Israel's Memorial Day) to joyful celebration of Yom Ha'atzma'ut (Independence Day): honoring the fallen heroes of Israel, welcoming her 78th year of independence, sharing together words and music, sweets and community. Advanced Modern Hebrew Hebrew – A Language Course, Level 3. - https://store.behrmanhouse.com/index.php/hebrew-a-language-course-level-3-shlav-gimmel.html Beginning on Tuesday February 3rd @ 7-8pm Online only Taught by Neta Litvin This course is designed for adults who are ready to engage with Hebrew at a higher level of independence, depth, and expression. Advanced students also use Hebrew – A Language Course, Level 3 as the core textbook, […] |
5 events,Taught by: Elizabeth Lacher Thursdays, September 11, 18, 25; October 9; November 6, 13; December 4, 18; January 8, 29 6:00-6:55pm, in person only Wednesdays February 4, 18, 25; March 11, 18, 25; April 15, 22, 29; May 6, 13, 20 5:00-6:55pm, in person only $200/members, $250/non-members Prerequisites: Ability to read Hebrew phonetically Minimum 4 […] No prior knowledge needed! Wednesdays, 6:30-7:30pm In person at NVHC Text: Aleph Isn't Tough (optional text: Mishkan Tefilah: Shabbat, non-transliterated) Taught by Elizabeth Lacher Dates: 1/28, 2/4, 2/11, 2/18, 2/25, 3/4, 3/11, 3/18, 3/25, 4/15, 4/22, 4/29, 5/6, 5/13, 5/20, 5/27, 6/3 (the class on June 3 will be at 7:15pm), 6/10 Start 2026 off strong by learning something […] Advanced Beginner Modern Hebrew Textbook: Hebrew – A Language Course, Level 1 - https://store.behrmanhouse.com/index.php/hebrew-a-language-course-level-1-shlav-aleph.html Beginning on Wednesday February 4th @ 7-8pm Online only Taught by Neta Litvin This course is designed for adult learners who already have some experience with Hebrew and are ready to take the next step. Building on your knowledge of the Hebrew alphabet and vowels, we will […] We are excited for a new Adult B’nai Mitzvah class! This is an opportunity for adult members of our congregation, with a group of peers, to engage with our millennia-old tradition and community ritual of affirming one’s place in the Jewish community. There will be a Hebrew learning component as well as a content study […]
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1 event,Taught by: Rabbi Holzman Thursdays, September 4*, October 16, November 20, December 11, January 29, February 19, April 23, May 7, June 4 12:00-1:00pm, online only Please note: The May 21 class is cancelled. This lunch ‘n learn is named after Shai Held’s recent, masterful volume of Jewish thinking, Judaism Is About Love: Recovering the […] |
1 event,Join us every Friday at 7:00pm to welcome Shabbat! Our Shabbat services are joyous, musical, spiritual, and welcoming. And make sure you stick around afterwards for oneg Shabbat. All services are in person and streamed on YouTube. |
2 events,Join us in person for a Shabbat morning full of soul-filled sustenance - bagels and coffee for the body, Torah study for the soul, and conversation for the mind!
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Celebrated contemporary Jewish singer-songwriter Julie Silver is coming back to NVHC, bringing her rich voice and timeless melodies that have touched hearts across generations. She will be joined by singer-songwriter Sue Horowitz, with her warm vocals and heartfelt storytelling, blending Americana and spiritual Jewish themes into uplifting songs and stories. Together, these award-winning songwriters will […] |
4 events,Kehillat Limmud (Community of Learners) is our religious school program for children ages 0-7th grade. Click here to learn more! Taught by: Andrew Stein Sundays, September 14; October 12, 19, 26; November 9, 16; December 7, 14; January 11, 18, 25; February 1, 8, 22; March 1, 8, 15, 22; April 12, 19, 26; May 3 In Person & Online 10:45am-12:00pm With the end of World War II in Europe in May 1945, civilians and […] Tamid is our religious school/youth group program for students in 8th-12th grade. Click here to learn more! |
1 event,Meets on the 4th Monday of the month. 7:00-8:00pm, on Zoom only. Click here to register. |
2 events,Tamid is our religious school/youth group program for students in 8th-12th grade. Click here to learn more! Qeshet, meaning "rainbow" in Hebrew, is our LGBTQ+ group! We have a weekly Torah portion study group that is open to anyone looking for connection and community. Hope to see […] |
3 events,Taught by: Elizabeth Lacher Thursdays, September 11, 18, 25; October 9; November 6, 13; December 4, 18; January 8, 29 6:00-6:55pm, in person only Wednesdays February 4, 18, 25; March 11, 18, 25; April 15, 22, 29; May 6, 13, 20 5:00-6:55pm, in person only $200/members, $250/non-members Prerequisites: Ability to read Hebrew phonetically Minimum 4 […] No prior knowledge needed! Wednesdays, 6:30-7:30pm In person at NVHC Text: Aleph Isn't Tough (optional text: Mishkan Tefilah: Shabbat, non-transliterated) Taught by Elizabeth Lacher Dates: 1/28, 2/4, 2/11, 2/18, 2/25, 3/4, 3/11, 3/18, 3/25, 4/15, 4/22, 4/29, 5/6, 5/13, 5/20, 5/27, 6/3 (the class on June 3 will be at 7:15pm), 6/10 Start 2026 off strong by learning something […] |
1 event,Taught by: Rabbi Holzman Thursday - April 30 Wednesday - May 20 Tuesdays - June 9 6:30-8:00pm, in person and online This will be a broad survey meant to level-set […] |
4 events,Nothing is more heartwarming than the sight of the youngest members of our community running to the sanctuary for Shabbat! Typically held on the first Saturday of the month, Tot Shabbat affords our children and their families the time and space to truly experience the joys of Shabbat. Nell Hirsch, our children’s music specialist, leads Tot […] Join us in person for a Shabbat morning full of soul-filled sustenance - bagels and coffee for the body, Torah study for the soul, and conversation for the mind!
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We will enjoy a healthy vegan Shabbat meal. This event will be off-site. |
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Northern Virginia Hebrew Congregation is a Reform Jewish community of passionate people who embrace innovation, engagement, and exploration. We welcome everyone, regardless of age, race, ethnicity, disability, gender, or sexual identity, whether single or in a relationship, Jewish or non-Jewish. We celebrate our diversity and are open to all who wish to join us in us in our community of Jewish spiritual, educational, and cultural life. Come join us – together we will worship, connect, learn, and build a better world.
