Temple Sinai

Tricia Davis 5K for Sinai House
2026-05-10 07:45 - 10:00 (America/New_York) | Rock Creek Park Carter Barron Amphitheater, 4850 Colorado Ave NW, Washington, DC, 20011, United States
Celebrate Mother’s Day with us at the 12th Annual Tricia Davis 5K for Sinai House in Rock Creek Park. Ample, free parking is available, and strollers and dogs are welcome.
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We run, walk, and celebrate in honor of the memory of Tricia Davis, who was committed to combating homelessness and turned this commitment towards the establishment and longevity of Sinai House. Proceeds from the event will directly benefit Sinai House, a residential social service program in Washington, DC, founded by Temple Sinai members, in its mission to enable families to move from homelessness to self-sufficiency by providing safe and affordable housing, comprehensive social services and financial support.
To learn more about Sinai House’s mission and what we do, visit www.SinaiHouse.org.

Daytimers with David Uhlmann
2026-05-11 13:00 - 14:00 | https://www.templesinaidc.org/event/daytimers-with-david-uhlmann/
Imperiling Our Future: The Trump Assault on the Environment
Professor David M. Uhlmann, Guest Speaker
Since January 2025, the Trump Administration has unleashed a breathtaking attack on environmental protection in the United States. EPA and the Justice Department are no longer doing anything to address climate change or promote environmental justice, and their efforts to hold polluters accountable are virtually non-existent, reversing decades of bipartisan support for environmental enforcement. Communities across America are less protected, and the long-term effects on the environment will be devastating.
As we assess the damage, including the elimination of EPA’s vaunted science office and the hollowing out of the Justice Department’s Environment and Natural Resources Division, we face the moral imperative of charting a path forward that reclaims bipartisan support for environmental protection in the United States. We cannot combat climate change and promote a sustainable future only when Democrats hold power; we must find ways to come together once again to protect the environment for future generations.
Join the Temple Sinai DayTimers to hear Professor Uhlmann discuss possible futures for the Environmental Protection Agency and our national efforts to improve our environment. There will be ample opportunity for questions, comments and discussion following his presentation.
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David M. Uhlmann is a Non-Resident Senior Fellow at the Brookings Institution, a Visiting Professor of Law at The George Washington University Law School, and a partner at Marten Law. He previously served as the EPA Assistant Administrator for Enforcement and Compliance Assurance from July 2023 until December 2024. Prior to his Senate-confirmed position at EPA, he served as the Jeffrey F. Liss Professor from Practice and the Director of the Environmental Law and Policy Program at the University of Michigan Law School and as the Chief of the Environmental Crimes Section at the United States Department of Justice.
Professor Uhlmann is an internationally recognized expert on environmental law and the leading authority on criminal enforcement of environmental laws in the United States. His research focuses on corporate accountability, climate disruption, and sustainability; his advocacy efforts emphasize the need to reclaim bipartisan support for environmental protection, climate action, and environmental justice. Professor Uhlmann has published in the Michigan Law Review, the Harvard Environmental Law Review, the Stanford Environmental Law Journal, the Maryland Law Review, the UC Davis Law Review, the Utah Law Review, and the Michigan Journal of Environmental and Administrative Law. He has written for The Atlantic and the American Constitution Society, and he has authored multiple op-eds for The New York Times on topics including the Gulf oil spill, the Upper Big Branch Mine disaster, and the Flint water crisis.

1:1 Hebrew Tutoring
2026-05-11 16:00 - 20:00, 2026-05-12 16:00 - 20:00, 2026-05-14 16:00 - 20:00 | Temple Sinai – 3100 Military Road NW, Washington, DC, United States
1:1 online Hebrew tutoring for 20 minute sessions for 4th-6th grade TSRS students.

SinaiReads Book Discussion
2026-05-12 10:00 - 11:30 | https://templesinaidc-org.zoom.us/j/4080916682
Rabbi Goldstein will lead a discussion of Khirbet Khizeh by S. Yizhar. Join in person or virtually; no advance registration required.
Join via Zoom (Meeting ID: 408 091 6682)

Noar & Temple Teens
2026-05-12 18:00 - 20:30 | Temple Sinai – 3100 Military Road NW, Washington, DC, United States
Optional Pizza Dinner: 6:00-6:30 pm
Classes: 6:30-8:30 pm

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TSWRJ Annual Meeting
2026-05-14 18:00 - 21:00 | MD
Get Ready to Sparkle!
TSWRJ Annual Meeting & Second Sparkle Jewelry Exchange
Join us for hors d’oeuvres and drinks with your “sister friends,” help shape TSWRJ’s future as we elect and install our new board and then get ready to Sparkle at our first-ever Second Sparkle Jewelry Exchange & Fundraiser!
How Second Sparkle Works
Refresh your jewelry box. Support TSWRJ. Share stories. Sparkle together. Donate gently loved jewelry in advance (up to 5 items) and earn one bonus token for each accepted piece — on top of the token included with your registration. Then on May 14, use your tokens to “shop” for new-to-you treasures!
Cost: $18.00 — Your registration is a tax-deductible TSWRJ fundraising donation and includes event entry, one token to find your perfect treasure, and refreshments.
Collection Dates — Bring Items in a Labeled Ziplock Bag
April 12, 11 AM — Social Hall (TSWRJ Mitzvah Art Project)
May 7 — LAST CHANCE: Maj Night
Can’t make any of these dates? No worries — contact Andrea Harnett (aharnett123@gmail.com) to arrange a drop-off.
Any unclaimed jewelry will be donated to Suited for Change, a DC nonprofit that equips women in need with professional attire, coaching, and skills training on their path to financial independence.
Questions? Email rachelbethfleischer@gmail.com
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Shabbat Service
2026-05-15 18:30 - 19:30, 2026-05-22 18:30 - 19:30, 2026-05-29 18:30 - 19:30 | Temple Sinai – 3100 Military Road NW, Washington, DC, United States
Join us in person or virtually for our weekly Shabbat service. Click here for livestream.
Services are preceded by an oneg beginning at 6:00 pm.

Torah Study
2026-05-16 09:15 - 10:15, 2026-05-23 09:15 - 10:15 | Temple Sinai – 3100 Military Road NW, Washington, DC, United States
Join us in person or virtually every Saturday morning for a discussion of the Torah reading for the week led by our clergy. No RSVP necessary.
Visit the Google Classroom
Click to join via Zoom (Meeting ID: 839 7118 5697)

Tot Shabbat Storytime
2026-05-16 09:30 - 10:30 | Temple Sinai – 3100 Military Road NW, Washington, DC, United States
Head to the TSLibrary for a special Shabbat Storytime with librarian Ruth Polk. We’ll also enjoy challah, juice, crafts, and have some time to browse the shelves!
RSVP here.

Best for children ages 0-5 and their families.

Visit the library any time! Check out the online catalogue.

Kehillat Shabbat Service
2026-05-16 10:30 - 12:00 | Temple Sinai – 3100 Military Road NW, Washington, DC, United States
These lay-led services offer opportunities to chant a few verses of Torah or Haftarah in a supportive atmosphere. Participants can also sign up to deliver a d’var Torah (analysis of the weekly Torah portion) that leads to a group discussion.
Livestream links are posted on our website weekly

B'not Mitzvah of Zoe Levine and Lucy Hendrix
2026-05-16 10:30 - 12:00 | MD

Sinai Social
2026-05-16 19:00 - 22:00 | MD
Join us for an unforgettable evening of generosity, connection, and celebration at the 2026 Temple Sinai Nursery School fundraising event: The Sinai Social. Guests will enjoy great food, an open bar, curated live and silent auction items, music, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact. Every donation directly supports Temple Sinai Nursery School, helping us further our mission to support and build a vibrant Jewish community and create a lasting impact.
All even proceeds support TSNS programming, including needs based scholarships.
Buy your ticket, book your babysitter, and get ready for a tropical evening of fun with your TSNS friends!
We are looking for items to add to our auction fundraiser. If you would like to donate an item or experience to the auction, please click here.
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B'yachad Family Programming
2026-05-17 08:30 - 13:00 | MD
Kindergarten is an extra special year at Temple Sinai – so special, in fact, that we engage with Kindergarten B’yachad – together! Our Kindergarten program is a monthly program for Kindergarten students and their families, and gives our youngest TSRS learners a chance to get to know Temple Sinai, Temple Sinai Religious School, and begin building the relationships and learning that will last a lifetime.
Early Session: 8:30am – 10:30am
Late Session: 11:00am – 1:00pm

TSWRJ Hike
2026-05-17 09:00 - 10:30 | MD
Meet the WRJ for a hike in Rock Creek Park. Contact Liz Brenner for the meeting location.

Confirmation Service
2026-05-17 10:00 - 12:00 | MD

Tuesday Adult Class
2026-05-19 10:00 - 11:30 | https://templesinaidc-org.zoom.us/j/87033408056
This year’s theme is Jewish liturgy and services. Please purchase a copy of the book Inviting God In: A Guide to Jewish Prayer by Rabbi Jeffrey K. Salkin. In-person and virtual participation welcome.
This class is taught by Rabbi Jon Roos and meets on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month through Spring 2026. If you have questions, email Gail Sell.
Visit the Google classroom.

TSMRJ Nats Game Outing
2026-05-19 18:45 - 21:00 | MD
Join the Temple Sinai Brotherhood for Jewish Community Day at Nats Park, organized by the Jewish Federation of Greater Washington, when the Washington Nationals take on the New York Mets. Tickets are $39, which reflects a group discount, and includes a special Jewish Community Day hat, courtesy of the Nats.
The Brotherhood has a limited number of tickets available through this link. For more information, contact Gary Falk or Forrest Gatrell. More information is also available on the Nats’ website.
Note: Payment will be handled by Square. Tickets will be distributed electronically via the Ballpark App, available on the App Store or Google Play. If you don’t have the app and are unable to download or use it, please contact Forrest or Gary to coordinate.

Caregivers Drop-In Group
2026-05-20 10:30 - 11:30 | MD
Are you caregiving for a loved one? Are you seeking a safe space to talk about the stresses and challenges of caring for someone with dementia/Alzheimer’s, stroke, cancer and other debilitating chronic illnesses? Please join us for a monthly drop-in group, often on the last Wednesday of the month at 10:30 am, informally facilitated by Sinai Cares Staff Social Worker Deborah Gordis. These sessions provide an unstructured opportunity for peer support, sharing and connection. All are welcome. Please reach out to Deb with any questions at dgordis@templesinaidc.org.

Daytimers Social Lunch
2026-05-20 12:00 - 13:00 | Temple Sinai – 3100 Military Road NW, Washington, DC, United States
Attention retirees! ​Please join us for lunch at Temple Sinai! Lunch is on us, but we need you to sign up so we know how much food to order. Whether you are a Daytimers Social regular or a first-timer, we hope you can join us for conversation and connection.
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Volunteering at A Wider Circle
2026-05-21 10:00 - 12:00 | A Wider Circle – 9159 Brookville Rd, Silver Spring, MD, United States
Volunteer at A Wider Circle with your fellow TS members! Lunch is not included in this program but those interested in going to Parkway Deli afterwards are more than welcome! If you have questions, please contact Jim Jaffe or Ed Cohen.
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YAWS Meeting
2026-05-21 19:30 - 21:30 | Temple Sinai – 3100 Military Road NW, Washington, DC, United States
We are a group of parents of young adults and teens who are struggling with life. Examples of such difficulties might be: isolation, social difficulties, school avoidance, school failure or other learning differences, vocational struggles, inhibitions around launching and independence or strained relations with friends and family. Many struggle with mental illness, learning disabilities, Asperger’s, substance abuse or autism. Some are undiagnosed, just not living up to society’s expectations.

We meet once a month and support and encourage one another as we look at strategies for helping our young adults. We understand the journey, which has many twists and turns, often not what we expected when thinking about raising a child. We laugh, cry, share resources, and support one another. Occasionally, we have speakers join us and supplement our knowledge of resources available, including housing options, legal remedies, new medications or treatments, etc.

The group meets monthly and is open to anyone interested. All information shared is completely confidential. Should you have any questions, please call the Temple Sinai office at (202) 363-6394.

Community Shavuot Morning Service
2026-05-22 10:00 - 11:30 | Temple Emanuel – 10101 Connecticut Ave, Kensington, MD, United States
Join us as we gather to celebrate Shavuot at Temple Emanuel.

2026 Temple Sinai Annual Meeting
2026-05-27 19:30 - 21:00 | Temple Sinai – 3100 Military Road NW, Washington, DC, United States
Please plan to attend Temple Sinai’s annual meeting. We will vote for the slate of temple leadership, highlight this year’s accomplishments, learn about plans for the coming year, and discuss the challenges we are facing.
Joining in person? No RSVP required
Joining virtually? Please register to join via Zoom.*
*adult members should register and join individually for voting purposes.

Meeting Materials
Links will be added as they become available.

Agenda
Special Rules of Order
2025 Annual Meeting Minutes
2025 Annual Report
Nominating Committee Report
2026-2027 Budget Narrative
2026-2027 Budget
Member Recognition

TSMRJ Offsite Gathering
2026-05-28 19:00 - 21:00 | MD
The Brotherhood will gather at local restaurant each month on the fourth Thursday (but not in November; we’ll compete in World of Beer’s Trivia Night on the 3rd Tuesday that month) to socialize and discuss upcoming Brotherhood events. To RSVP and get this month’s location, contact Gary Falk.

Shabbat Healing Service
2026-05-29 18:30 - 19:30 | Temple Sinai – 3100 Military Road NW, Washington, DC, United States
Join us in person or virtually for a service that will offer the opportunity for communal singing, reflective meditation, and an extended healing liturgy.
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Services are preceded by an oneg beginning at 6:00 pm.
