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Los Angeles Wildfire Crisis Relief Federation has opened a Wildfire Crisis Relief Fund to support the communities across greater LA as we watch this devastation unfold in real time. Your gift to The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington’s Wildfire Crisis Relief Fund will ensure that Jewish communities and others impacted receive the assistance they desperately need. Please Donate to Federation's Wildfire Relief Fund 2025
Baked Goods by Baked By Yael delivered to the J! Order delicious challah, bagels, pastries and treats. Orders Due by January 15 for delivery to the J January 16. Baked By Yael is a kosher, nut-free bakery based in Washington DC. Order here. At checkout select Store Pickup > pick the Pozez JCC 8900 Little River Turnpike, Fairfax as the pick up location.
Pajamuary Magic with Drew Blue Shoes Sunday, January 26, 2025 @ 10:00am. Join us at the J for a magical morning with magician Drew Blue Shoes! Please bring brand-new pajamas for children of all ages (including adult sizes for teens!) to donate to kids in need. The show will culminate with an opportunity to write cards for the pajama recipients and sort the pajamas for distribution. Admission includes a delicious pizza lunch to enjoy together! All collected pajamas will be shared with three wonderful organizations: Yad Leah in Israel, Lorton Community Action Center just minutes from the J, and Sunrise on Wheels, which provides pajamas to children undergoing cancer treatment. Help us bring comfort to kids near and far this January – let’s make it a Pajamuary to remember! More information and registration here.
Hooray For Hot Wheels - Tikkun Olam Drive January 26, 2025, 10:00-11:30am. Bruce Pascal, a commercial real estate agent in Washington, D.C., created the Hot Wheels Museum in Gaithersburg, containing one of the most valuable Hot Wheels collections in the world. We are excited to announce Pascal is generously opening the museum just for us! At the museum you will have the chance to explore Pascal’s massive Hot Wheels collection, enjoy PJ Library Storytime, and create Hot Wheels themed crafts. Bruce will also give every child a FREE Hot Wheels car. In exchange for Bruce making our day brighter, we would like to make the day brighter for others by saving one gift after the holidays to donate to another child, or donating $10, and we will pick up one for you. ALL money and toys collected will go to a Wider Circle, an organization working on creating a region where children and adults are able to live safe, stable, and comfortable lives and have the opportunity to succeed. This event is partnered with, PJ Library, Jewish Federation of Greater Washington, Sha'are Torah, and Wider Circle. Learn more and register here.
La Nona Kanta - The Remarkable Life Of Flory Jagoda Featuring Trio Sefardi A Concert in Commemoration of International Holocaust Remembrance Day Monday, January 27 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm Join the Pozez JCC for a special multi-media show. “La Nona Kanta” is a tale of survival and courage that has significant relevance in today’s turbulent world. In filmed interviews, Flory Jagoda tells the true story of how music helped her escape from Nazi-occupied Yugoslavia when she was a teenager; how she made a life in the United States; and how she turned the tragic fate of her family and Balkan Sephardic culture into a celebration of five centuries of faith and tradition, giving meaning to the rest of her life, and delighting audiences worldwide. After the show there will be a short discussion/question & answer session with the audience. “La Nona Kanta” spotlights the age-old existential threat of prejudice and hatred and is a moving testament to one person’s triumph over adversity that will leave you uplifted and hopeful. Tickets: $25 Learn more and register
Pozez JCC & American Red Cross Blood Drive Friday, February 28, 2025. Every day, blood donors help patients of all ages: accident and burn victims, heart surgery and organ transplant patients, and those battling cancer. In fact, every two seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood. It is likely that you or someone you know will need a blood transfusion in your lifetime. In our community, donors of all blood types are critically needed, especially those with type O blood. Pre-registered participants only. No walk-ins. Blood drive will be located in the auditorium. sign up here.
J Caring Community Support Line. When you feel overwhelmed or uncertain about your options for support, J Caring can help. With one call to 703-522-7464, you will be connected to the resources and support services you need from a robust network of human service organizations. Learn more here.
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