Temple Sinai

1:1 Hebrew Tutoring
2025-10-27 16:00 - 20:00, 2025-10-28 16:00 - 20:00, 2025-10-30 16:00 - 20:00, 2025-11-03 16:00 - 20:00, 2025-11-04 16:00 - 20:00, 2025-11-06 16:00 - 20:00, 2025-11-10 16:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | 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.

TSWRJ Play Reading Group
2025-10-28 15:00 - 17:00 | DC
The Playreading Group is calling for Readers for our 2025-26 program. Enthusiasm is the only essential prerequisite. You absolutely do not need a drama background to join in the fun of briefly adopting another persona, and delivering lines — without the stress and effort of memorizing a part or time-consuming rehearsal.
Our group focuses on plays of Jewish interest. This season’s theme is JEWISH LIFE IN THE AMERICAN SOUTH, and the 3 plays we will read are by Jewish men and women.
Schedule of Readings:
• Tuesday, Oct 28, 2025, 3:00-5:00 pm: The Little Foxes by Lillian Hellman (1939)
• Wednesday, Feb 25, 2026, 3:00-5:00 pm: Driving Miss Daisy by Alfred Uhry (1987)
• Monday April 20, 2026, 3:00-5:00 pm: Caroline, or Change by Tony Kushner (2003) (We’ll tackle selections from this musical.)
If you will be able to participate in at least one of the three Readings, please diarize the dates, and register, NOW. Registration: Email Myra Jacobs — myrajacobs@gmail.com.
Cost: $10.00 per person. (covers reproduction costs for a set of copies of the 3 plays)
Pay by check or Venmo to Myra Jacobs who will respond to your registration with payment details. There is no other cost for participation in the Readings. All Temple Sinai members welcome!

Noar & Temple Teens
2025-10-28 18:00 - 20:30, 2025-11-04 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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Caregivers Drop-In Group
2025-10-29 10:30 - 11:30 | Temple Sinai – 3100 Military Road NW, Washington, DC, United States
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, usually 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.

WTF: Washington's Totally Fine! (Part 2)
2025-10-30 19:00 - 21:00 | DC
We are feeling the weight of these unprecedented times in Washington, DC. Join us to learn about what is happening from experts in our Temple Sinai congregation and spend time with our community. The evening will begin with a panel of Sinai members representing a broad range of perspectives, reflecting on how current events are impacting our community and our city.
Panelists are:

Libby Anker, Professor of American Studies and Political Science at GW University
Matt Frumin, DC Councilmember, Ward 3
Rachel Levinson-Waldman, director of the Liberty and National Security Program at the Brennan Center for Justice
Sam Stein, Managing Editor for the media company The Bulwark, and a contributor for MSNBC
Steve Vladeck, Professor at Georgetown Law Center, author of NYT bestseller The Shadow Docket

The panel will be followed by pizza, beer and a chance to keep talking to each other. Join us for an evening of learning, networking, and conspiring.
While we hope you can join us in person, the panel portion of the program can be viewed virtually. Please indicate your preference when you register.
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Shabbat Healing Service
2025-10-31 18:30 - 19:30 | Temple Sinai – 3100 Military Road NW, Washington, DC, United States
Join us in person or virtually for a service featuring Cantor-in-Residence David Mintz 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.

Torah Study
2025-11-01 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.
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Click to join via Zoom (Meeting ID: 839 7118 5697)

Kehillat Shabbat Service
2025-11-01 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.
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B'nei Mitzvah of Dina and Tedi Herring
2025-11-01 10:30 - 12:00 | Temple Sinai – 3100 Military Road NW, Washington, DC, United States

Religious School
2025-11-02 08:30 - 13:00, 2025-11-09 08:30 - 13:00 | Temple Sinai – 3100 Military Road NW, Washington, DC, United States
Early Session: 8:30am – 10:30am
Late Session: 11:00am – 1:00pm

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SinaiReads Book Discussion
2025-11-02 10:00 - 11:30 | https://templesinaidc-org.zoom.us/j/4080916682?omn=81160913280
Rabbi Goldstein will lead a discussion of The Five, by Vladimir Jabotinsky (1936), translated by Michael R. Katz. Join in person or virtually; no advance registration required.
Join via Zoom (Meeting ID: 408 091 6682)

TSWRJ Hillwood Museum Tour & Lunch
2025-11-02 10:15 - 14:00 | Hillwood Museum – 4155 Linnean Ave NW, Washington, DC, United States
For TWSRJ members only!
Join TSWRJ at Hillwood Museum and Gardens
Special Self-guided Exhibit—From Exile to Avant-Garde: The Life of Princess Natalie Paley

Option 1: $40.00 includes admission, self-guided tour of the Paley Exhibit, lunch, and docent-led tour of the Mansion Museum.
Option 2: $40.00 – You’ll join us for the self-guided tour of the Paley Exhibit and lunch, but skip the docent-led tour of the Mansion.

Schedule for November 2:

Meet up with TSWRJ friends at 10:15 am at the entrance to the museum (admission is included with ticket price). Begin your self-guided tour of the special exhibit.
Then, join together for lunch at the Merriweather Cafe at 11:45 am.
Classic Lunch — Merriweather Café 11:45 am (see classic menu options here to choose your lunch)
Optional: Docent-led Tour of Mansion Museum — 1:30 pm

There is parking on the grounds of Hillwood, but if you can carpool, please do. Questions? templesinaiwrj@gmail.com or contact Helene Sacks at ‭(202) 251-5269‬
Thanks to Carole Brand, Fran Rothstein, and Joan Weiss for providing entrance passes. This is our first “Let’s Do Lunch” event, meant to foster community among our members!
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Confirmation
2025-11-02 11:00 - 12:30, 2025-11-09 11:00 - 12:30 | Temple Sinai – 3100 Military Road NW, Washington, DC, United States
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Bereavement Support Group
2025-11-03 10:30 - 12:00, 2025-11-10 10:30 - 12:00 | DC
Sinai Cares Staff Clinical Social Worker Deborah Gordis will be facilitating an 8-week adult bereavement support group, beginning Monday October 20, for individuals who have experienced recent loss due to the death of a parent, sibling, or spouse/partner. Bereavement groups allow those who have lost a loved one to share and process their grief with others who have experienced a similar loss.
The group will meet in person once a week on Monday mornings at 10:30 am; in cases of significant weather or illness challenges we will move to Zoom. The goal of the group is to provide a space for connection and healing within a safe and supportive environment. Group size is limited to 8-10 participants.

If you have questions about whether this group is right for you, or if you would like to participate, please reach out by email to Deb at dgordis@templesinaidc.org.

Tuesday Adult Class
2025-11-04 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.
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Officers' Meeting
2025-11-05 19:30 - 21:00 | https://www.templesinaidc.org/event/officers-meeting-10/2025-11-05/

First Friday Oneg Shabbat (Temple Teens)
2025-11-07 16:30 - 18:15 | Temple Sinai – 3100 Military Road NW, Washington, DC, United States
End the week by coming and having a casual hang with your Temple Sinai friends – old and new. We’ll gather in the Youth Lounge for snacks, games, chats, and Shabbat vibes. RSVP is required – cost is free! Stay for services after if you’d like! Questions? Email Tess! tweiss@templesinaidc.org

Shabbat Service
2025-11-07 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
2025-11-08 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.
This week, we’re excited to be part of the second pilot phase of the forthcoming The New Reform Torah Commentary. Participants will see a full sample parashah and help ensure that the final Commentary reflects the real needs, voices, and insights of the communities who will engage with it. Join us and become a part of shaping the future of Torah learning. All participants will be asked to share feedback online after the session.
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Click to join via Zoom (Meeting ID: 839 7118 5697)

B'not Mitzvah of Anna and Rebecca Silverleib
2025-11-08 10:30 - 12:00 | Temple Sinai – 3100 Military Road NW, Washington, DC, United States
