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| 0 events, | 0 events, | 0 events, | 2 events, -  Join CJM and FOODISH in the sukkah to share family recipes, culinary memories, and personal stories connected to Jewish holidays and traditions. Led by local chef and culinary historian Vered Guttman, participants can contribute their own stories while discovering connections across Jewish communities and generations. Presented in partnership with FOODISH, the Jewish food initiative of […] $5 – $10 -  Start tracing your family history at this beginner friendly, in-person genealogy workshop. No experience needed. School’s in session! Join this class to explore how your family’s history connects to the present. Genealogist Gigi Nelson offers a foundational introduction, including an overview of all the essential resources at the DC Public Library. Once we know how to get […] Free | 0 events, | 1 event, -  The Home Rule Music & Film Preservation Foundation presents the 2026 Home Rule Music Festival on Saturday, October 3, from 12-9 PM at Alethia Tanner Park in Washington, DC. Celebrating its fifth year, the free festival highlights DC's rich musical history and culture while showcasing the artists carrying those traditions forward. The day features UCB, […] Free – $108.55 | 0 events, |
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| 0 events, | 0 events, | 1 event, -  Journey through the history of American Jewish political activism in the 20th and 21st centuries. In this 250th year since American independence, Professor Lauren Strauss goes beyond theoretical discussions about the nation's founding to focus on the many ways that Jewish Americans have engaged politically. From the streets to the courts to Capitol Hill, Jews […] $5 – $10 | 0 events, | 0 events, | 0 events, | 1 event, -  HUNDRED DAYS is a folk, pop-punk musical following the lives of a couple who love as if they have 100 days to live. Audience Talkback: Meet the Artists October 18, 2026 | Following the matinee performance Free and open to all patrons! Purchase tickets $55 – $65 |
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