B'nai Israel Congregation

Tango Shalom (1 hr. 55 min.; English) When a Tango dancer asks Rabbi Yehuda to enter a dance competition with her, there’s one big problem—due to his Orthodox beliefs, he’s not allowed to touch her! But since the prize money would save his school from bankruptcy and help her sick daughter, together they develop a plan to enter the competition without sacrificing his faith. While also juggling the upcoming marriage of his brother, dueling mothers-in-law, and his questioning wife, the bonds of family and community are tested one dazzling dance step at a time in this lighthearted and comedic fable.

Noar B'Yachad program for Lessans Talmud Torah teens in grades 7 and up.

Classes are in-person only at Temple Beth Ami $150 (Registration fee includes a hard copy of the textbook and a class Shabbat dinner at Temple Beth Ami) Back by popular demand! This is an excellent course for those interested in converting to Judaism, non-Jewish family members wanting to learn more to support their Jewish loved ones, and Jewish adults interested in learning (or relearning!) the basics. A multi-denominational journey into the heart of Judaism taught by Metro DC-area rabbis representing a variety of Jewish affiliations. No matter your background, this course is here to guide you on your Jewish journey. Whether you’re soul-searching or seeking your community, the program will walk you through Judaism’s big ideas and the nuts and bolts of daily Jewish living. Presented by The Haberman Institute for Jewish Studies.

12:00 PM BYO Dairy Lunch 12:30–1:30 PM Program Israelis and Palestinians are sinking further into crisis. Extremism is on the rise. Despite this grim and worsening reality, another story is playing out on the ground in parallel. Thousands are working together to chart a different course. A network of organizations—the Alliance for Middle East Peace (ALLMEP)—is strengthening their efforts. How does their work have an impact? What opportunities exist? Avi Meyerstein, a B’nai Israel member and ALLMEP’s founder and president, will explore these questions and another dimension of reality on the ground.

Celebrate Shabbat with a community of song! Join us for a potluck Shabbat dinner followed by soulful singing led by Cantor Sarah Bolts. All attendees are expected to contribute a vegetarian (parve or dairy) dish for the potluck dinner.

The theme of our unwavering support and connection to Israel will be inserted in various ways throughout our Shabbat service. 9:00 AM Dweck Sanctuary, with sermon at approx. 11:00 AM 10:15 AM Conscious Connections Contemplative Shabbat with Rabbi Stone (the end time will allow attendees to attend the sermon in Dweck Sanctuary) 10:15 AM Family Minyan with Fourth Grade Shabbat 10:30 AM Teen Minyan 10:45 AM Tot Shabbat 12:45 PM (approx.) We will hold a post-Kiddush community discussion. During this time of crisis, it is important that our community be together.

B’nai Israel’s Gold Kippah Honor Society recognizes students for their proficiency in various prayers. Click here for more Gold Kippah information including the Gold Kippah Siddur and audio files.