Virtual Bulletin Board
Since our building is currently closed, we cannot distribute flyers and other information about community interest events and other items there. We have started a virtual bulletin board where these items can be posted. Do you have an event, opportunity, recipe, human interest piece, or other information that you think would be of interest to the BCRC community? Email our office at office@bcrcva.org.
New Children's Book by BCRC Congregant, David Mendelsohn
Written by a congregant, David Mendelsohn, RUSH THE BLUEBIRD AND THE PAINTED BUNTING is described by readers as,"endearing, lovely, charming with positive social values."
This children's story features a young bluebird and a rare panted bunting who become close friends. They share some adventures together and a quest. Most of the story occurs in Ashburn, VA.
One parent was thrilled that her son was totally immersed in the book and brought it to school to share it with others. Teachers recommended the book as a good class project.
Adult Beginning Hebrew Returns
ADULT HEBREW RETURNS
Thursdays, 7:30-8:30 pm
April 22, 29, May 6, 13, 27, June 3 (No class May 20)
Must be able to decode Hebrew words. We will be studying the Shabbat morning liturgy found in our siddur, Mishkan T'filah.
If interested, contact Rabbi Amy (rabbi@bcrcva.org).
Replay of "A Live Interview with Gary Gulman"
On May 7th Gary Gulman of the HBO Comedy special, The Great Depresh, was interviewed by Jill Harkavy-Friedman (American Foundation of Suicide Prevention) about his journey with anxiety and depression and how he overcame them using his talent for comedy.
To all those who were unable to attend or would like to watch the event again, please click on the following link www.jfcsatl.org/gulman.
BCRC members' son coordinates kickstarter campaign for fitness jewelry, SteppingStone!
Steve Mendelsohn, son of our members, Barbara & David Mendelsohn, has developed, along with a staff of hi-tech experts, an attractive necklace with a stone that changes colors as the wearer achieves their daily goals. For full information, please visit: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1160126005/the-steppingstone-magic-stone-fitness-jewelry?ref=project_build.
Lech Lecha Hiking & Backpacking Group Trips for Teens and Adults!
Lech Lecha specializes in gathering Jewish teens and adults for outdoor adventures! Click here to find out about day trips (including an upcoming trip to our local Bill Goat Trail!), and backpacking trips (including a week on the Appalachian Trail in Maryland!). Lots of great opportunities to get outdoors and make new friends in the Jewish community!
Get Interactive Online with Jewish Comfort Foods!
Take a spin on this virtual Lazy Susan on this table filled to the brim with Jewish foods. We can't promise that this activity won't build your appetite, but it will build your knowledge!
Click here to spin "The Big Table," brought to you by TabletMag.com.
"Fiddler on the Roof," and Other Movie and TV Show Streams Now Available!
Fiddler on the Roof is on Netflix now. If that is not your cup of tea, try some of our Jewish childhood favorites, like Rugrats Passover or Prince of Egypt, or use this list to find a new Jewish comedian to watch.
Looking for Opportunities to Volunteer or to Give to those in Need in Loudoun County? Find information here!
Loudoun.gov has published multiple ways to give and to volunteer to help those in need in our community.
Click here to view opportunities!
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Jewish Educational Loan Fund
Despite the uncertainty with COVID-19, JELF is still providing interest-free loans to Jewish students. If you need financial aid for the fall school year, please apply before April 30. JELF's interest-free loans can help with a variety of costs, including tuition, fees, food, books/supplies and more. Please visit jelf.org/app.
Mon, June 21 2021
11 Tammuz 5781
News & Notes
Friends of Israeli Defense Force Needs your help
As the ceasefire takes hold, hundreds of thousands of IDF soldiers and reservists continue to have critical needs. Friends of the Israeli Defense Force (FIDF) is the sole official organization authorized to collect charitable donations on behalf of the Israel Defense Forces across the United States, and the FIDF is raising emergency funds to provide the enormous humanitarian and welfare needs that the military bases cannot provide. Please consider giving to FIDF at FIDF.org.
The Jewish Federation has also created the Israel Emergency Fund. Please consider donating today.
The mainstreaming of Antisemitism: AJC Forum
At the American Jewish Committee (AJC) Virtual Global Forum 2021, Bret Stephens, Op-Ed Columnist, The New York Times, Bari Weiss, Journalist and Author of How to Fight Antisemitism, and Simone Rodan-Benzaquen, Director of AJC Europe spoke about rising antisemitism in a session titled “The Mainstreaming of Antisemitism: How Should We Respond?”. As antisemitism becomes more prevalent, this is recommended viewing for everyone. Click here to view.
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21740 Beaumeade Circle, Suite 100
Ashburn, VA 20147
(703) 729-1659
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