Jewish Learning & Culture Events for Ages 40s

An evening of remembrance for October 7th featuring a Yizkor service and a conversation with Fauda co-creator Avi Issacharoff.

An evening featuring Avi Issacharoff, creator and writer of the Netflix series Fauda, in conversation about his work in film, television, and Middle East journalism.

Join interfaith communities for a Sukkot-inspired garden workday featuring tree planting and cleanup at Stone Temple Baptist Church, exploring how urban agriculture strengthens food security and community bonds.

Bring a dish inspired by a featured Jewish cookbook and enjoy a potluck feast with fellow food lovers, featuring guest cookbook authors and culinary inspiration.

A workshop for Jewish communal staff on recognizing domestic abuse warning signs, responding with trauma-informed care, and connecting survivors to resources.

An evening of inspiration and connection featuring Israeli journalist Nadav Eyal and former IDF soldier Gadi Ilan, with dinner and remarks from Jewish National Fund-USA.

Thomas Friedman discusses Israel’s future, regional conflicts, and implications for the Jewish world in a conversation with the three-time Pulitzer Prize winner.

Jewish women at every career stage explore bringing their full identity to work in this DC workshop, followed by an hour of networking, cocktails and conversation.

Join us for a lively conversation about navigating Jewish and progressive identities in America.

An evening with renowned author and columnist Thomas Friedman.

Join Shirat Hayam’s young adult community at Stone Zoo for hands-on animal care service, followed by lunch and Jewish learning exploring our tradition’s teachings on preventing animal suffering.

Join a women’s book club discussing R.J. Palacio’s White Bird with other passionate readers in a meaningful community setting.

An original multimedia exploration of the migration of 20,000 Jews to Shanghai during World War II, blending European Jewish musical traditions with Chinese music and other sounds that reflect wartime displacement.

Run a 5K with Nice Jewish Runners, then learn from UpFit pros how strength training prevents injury and boosts running performance. Capped at 30 members.

A curated group of Jewish singles explores 150+ years of Jewish history in DC’s Gallery Place, then mingles over drinks.

Join us for a wild night of intrigue At Not Your Bubbe’s Book Club – it’s not your grandma’s book club, that’s for sure!

A hands-on culinary experience exploring the sweet history of the Jewish soda parlor with author Leah Koenig.