Game Night Shabbat: Come one, come all! New and veteran members are invited for a lively evening of services (5:50p), dinner, games, and snacks. Play one of ours, or bring your own Shabbat-friendly game. Babysitting available for children ages 2-5. $10/adult, $7/youth, free/3&under. There are a number of tickets available gratis thanks to a generous donation from the Laufer family.
Dedicated in memory of Rayna Clark. Rayna loved playing games, especially with her grandchildren, and felt that it was a great way to bring people together. Rayna also believed in the importance of Shul as a warm and welcoming place for everyone. - Friday, March 8 5:50pm-8:00pm
Kiddush: Join the community for a Kiddush following morning services. The meal is sponsored by Belle Davis in memory of Marty Davis. - Saturday, March 9 11:45am
Jewish & Israeli Culture Film Series - Welcome to Kutsher's: Join us for the final screening in our three-part film series on Jewish and Israeli culture. We will be watching Welcome to Kutsher's, a documentary about Kutsher's Country Club, the last surviving Jewish resort in the Catskills. One of the legendary Borscht Belt hotels during its heyday, Kutsher's was family-owned and operated for over 100 years. Exploring the full Dirty Dancing-era Catskills experience—and how it changed American pop culture in the comedy, sports and vacation industries—this award-winning documentary captures a last glimpse of a lost world as it disappears before our eyes. Tickets: $8 in advance, $10 at the door: includes freshly popped popcorn and soda. - Saturday, March 9 7:30pm-9:30pm
Developmentally Different Adults Program: Residents of local group homes join with our congregation for dinner and music. We hope you can join us. No RSVP is required. - Tuesday, March 12 7:00pm-8:00pm
Lunch Bunch - National Museum of American Jewish Military History: The museum preserves the contributions of Jewish Americans to the peace and freedom of the United States, educates the public concerning the courage, heroism and sacrifices made by Jewish Americans who served in the armed forces, and works to combat anti-Semitism. $5 fee includes lunch. - Wednesday, March 13 10:00am-1:00pm
Practical Halacha with Maharat Ruth: Learn with Maharat Friedman in this three-part series. This week's topic will be: "Which dishes need to be toveled?" Wednesdays, February 27-March 13 at 7:30pm. - Wednesday, March 13 7:30pm-8:30pm
March Taste of Ohev Supper Club: Asian Shabbat Dinner: "From the Bosphorous to the Mekong Delta: A culinary journey through Asia," hosted by Josh & Francie Kranzberg. Inspired by their recent travels, experience a culinary journey at Chez Kranzberg. Vegans and vegetarians welcome. Space for 1 more guest! - Friday, March 15 7:00pm-9:00pm
Kiddush: Join the community for a Kiddush following morning services. To sponsor this meal, please contact the synagogue office. - Saturday, March 16 11:45am
Hamentashen Bake with Pastries by Randolph: Come one and all! Make, bake, and take assorted Hamentashen with our friends from Pastries by Randolph! $5 per person, $20 family maximum - Sunday, March 17 3:00pm-4:00pm
Board Meeting: Open to all members. - Monday, March 18 8:00pm
Preschool Purim Party & Dinner: Join Ohev Sholom for an age-appropriate Purim Party program. Followed by a PreK & Under dinner. Pre-registration required. Cost is $5 per child. - Wednesday, March 20 5:30pm-6:30pm
Purim Boogie!: A Purim party fit for a King! - Wednesday, March 20 8:00pm-9:30pm
Purim Afternoon at OSTNS (Youth Program): Join us starting at for a Youth Megillah Reading, followed by Pauline's Ice Cream Bike, and a hilarious comedy Improv program starring YOU! - Thursday, March 21 1:00pm-3:00pm
Purim Seudah: "Whose Purim is it Anyway?!": A Purim Seudah presented by the Ohev Young Professionals! Enjoy a buffet chinese dinner, wine, and an Improv Comedy program! Open to the entire community; for adults 21+. $12 in advance, $15 at the door. - Thursday, March 21 5:00pm-7:00pm
Kiddush Luncheon: Join the community for a Kiddush Luncheon following morning services. The meal is sponsored by the Zakheim Family in gratitude to Rabbi Herzfeld, Maharat Friedman, Sarah Shapiro, and the entire community for a great decade in the neighborhood. - Saturday, March 23 11:45am
Community Bike Ride: Riders of all skill levels are welcome to join a community ride. The route will be 5-7 miles, mostly on trails but some residential and/or city streets. - Sunday, March 24 9:30am-12:30pm
Kiddush: Join the community for a Kiddush following morning services. To sponsor this meal, please contact the synagogue office. - Saturday, March 30 11:45am
Pastries by Randolph - Challah & Baked Goods Pick Up: Orders must be placed by Tuesday to be included. Some goodies will be available for purchase on site. Breads are Kosher Pareve, Pastries are Kosher Dairy. - Thursday, April 4 4:30pm-5:30pm
Taste of Ohev - Indian Delicacies: Take a trip across the world (without leaving DC) by sampling an authentic South Asian feast hosted by the Salb/Lachance family! Authentic spices in a kosher meat meal - what's not to love? Space for 10 guests. Due to the intricacies of the meal, dietary restrictions/allergies cannot be accommodated. Shabbat dinner will start at 7:00pm (after services at shul). - Friday, April 5 7:00pm-9:00pm
Sunday, March 10 (Adar II 3)
8:30a Shacharit
10:00a Class with Rabbi Ben Mintz (at his home)
6:55p Mincha/Maariv
Monday, March 11 (Adar II 4)
6:30a Shacharit
10:00a Women's Intermediate Parsha Class with Maharat Friedman
12:30p Women's Parsha Class with Rabbi Herzfeld
6:55p Mincha/Maariv
Tuesday, March 12 (Adar II 5)
6:30a Shacharit
6:55p Mincha/Maariv
7:00p Developmentally Different Adults Program
7:30p Parsha Class with Maharat Friedman
Wednesday, March 13 (Adar II 6)
6:30a Shacharit
10:00a Lunch Bunch - National Museum of American Jewish Military History
12:30p Downtown Torah Study with Rabbi Herzfeld
6:55p Mincha/Maariv
7:30p Practical Halacha with Maharat Ruth
Thursday, March 14 (Adar II 7)
6:30a Shacharit
6:55p Mincha/Maariv
Erev Shabbat, March 15 (Adar II 8)
6:30a Shacharit
6:45p Kabbalat Shabbat
6:57p Candle Lighting
7:00p March Taste of Ohev Supper Club: Asian Shabbat Dinner
Shabbat, March 16: Parshat Zachor, Vayikra (Adar II 9)
9:15a Shacharit, with a Dvar Torah from Maharat Friedman
10:30a Shabbat Youth Groups
11:45a Kiddush
5:35p Daf Yomi
6:05p Chaim Fruchter's Shiur
6:35p Mincha, followed by Seudah Shlishit
7:58p Havdalah
Sunday, March 17 (Adar II 10)
8:30a Shacharit
10:00a Class with Rabbi Ben Mintz (at his home)
3:00p Hamentashen Bake with Pastries by Randolph
7:00p Mincha/Maariv
