June

NOVA EXHIBITION

June 14 - July 6

The Nova Exhibition is an in-depth remembrance of the brutal massacre at The Nova Music Festival on October 7th, 2023. The installation sets out to recreate a festival dedicated to peace and love that was savagely cut short by a terrorist attack on that fateful day. The attack at The Nova Music Festival was the largest massacre in music history. 
This groundbreaking installation is presented as a way to empower visitors to responsibly explore & bear witness to the tragic events of October 7 and its aftermath.
After a successful 2 month run in New York City, Los Angeles, and Miami, the Nova Exhibition is on display in Toronto, Canada, April 23 - June 22. The next exhibition is in Washington D.C. June 14 - July 6.

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Artist Talk and Reception: Naomi Lipsky

Monday, June 16, 6:30pm-7:30pm at Cherrydale Library (2190 North Military Rd
Arlington, Virginia 22207)

The Incubator at Arlington Public Library invites you to join us for an artist talk by local artist Naomi Lipsky on her exhibit Quilling, Gilding and Judaic Art, on view at Cherrydale Library from May through the first week of August 2025.

Naomi is best known for her work with quilling, an antique art in which paper strips are shaped and applied as ornaments, but she works with gold leaf, collage, and gouache, as well. Her main body of work consists of Judaic ritual art and liturgical illustrations. She does all her own matting and framing. Naomi’s award-winning work has been exhibited in a variety of museums and galleries, and featured in art books and other publications. 

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For more information contact 703-228-6330.

Film Screening “October 8th” & Unpacking It Together

Tuesday, June 17, 6:30pm – 9:00pm at the Pozez JCC

Join us for a screening of the film “October 8th” which explores the impact in the U.S. of the terrorist events in Israel on October 7, 2023. Following the screening, there will be an opportunity to join discussion circles focused on different aspects of that impact in our own community and exploring possible responses.

“October 8th” offers a look at the explosion of antisemitism on college campuses, social media and in the streets of America beginning the day after the October 7th attack on Israel by Hamas. Through meticulous investigation, the film also uncovers how over decades, Hamas created sophisticated networks in America to permeate U.S. institutions and examines the tsunami of online antisemitism, propaganda, and disinformation unleashed by Iran, China and Russia – with the sole purpose of dividing American society.

Discussion topics include:
• How to have difficult conversations with our friends, colleagues and neighbors about October 7th and beyond?
• How can we support our students? Stories from Northern Virginia students
• What can each of us do from a legislative standpoint to help with the current crisis?

Fee: The event is free. RSVP required. Recommended donation is $18. Make a Donation

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Jewish Pirates of the Caribbean: Stories, Trivia & Surprises

Thursday, June 26, 7:00pm – 8:30pm at Congregation Adat Reyim (6500 Westbury Oaks Ct, Springfield)

A Pozez JCC Outreach Program in Partnership with Congregation Adat Reyim Featuring Zinaida Segal, Senior Director of Community Impact & Engagement, Pozez JCC

Ahoy mates! Discover the historical connections between Jews and pirates. Jewish educator Zina Segal will present an interesting and surprising chronology of Jewish involvement in piracy, the Inquisition, commerce, and exploration of the New World. While enjoying refreshments, interactively learn about the Jewish pirates of the Caribbean and more.

Light refreshments and wine will be served. Pirate costumes are optional!
Fee: $18 in advance; $25 at the door

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Visit the Nova Exhibit with Hillel

Sunday, June 29 at 4:00pm-5:30pm

The Nova Exhibit is coming to Washington, DC. The Nova Exhibition is an in-depth remembrance of the brutal massacre at the Nova Music Festival on October 7th, 2023. The installation sets out to recreate a festival dedicated to peace and love that was savagely cut short by a terrorist attack on that fateful day.

Thanks to the generosity of local donors, we are taking a group of Jewish college-age/stage individuals in Northern Virginia on Sunday June 29 at 4:00-5:30pm at NO COST for participants. This opportunity is open to anyone in Northern Virginia who is college-age/stage (ie- this is not just for Mason students!). The visit will last about two hours and include a special opportunity to meet with a Nova survivor.

The exhibit is at "The Gallery Place" - 713 7th St NW Washington DC 20001. It is metro accessible.

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