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Washington Society Of Jewish Deaf

The Washington Society of Jewish Deaf fosters a vibrant community for Jewish Deaf individuals and families, promoting accessible religious, cultural, and social programs that celebrate their heritage and enhance connections among members.

<img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/hxn9dbuhd/image/upload/v1782254623/wysiwyg/ws5e8tvxzqfahhdbp7zd.jpg" style="width: 600px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; padding: 0px 1px; user-select: none; max-width: 100%; position: relative; box-sizing: inherit;" fr-original-style="width: 600px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto; text-align: center;" fr-original-class="fr-draggable">WSJD Community Town Hall Join us for an important community gathering as WSJD enters its next chapter.We will review the WSJD Community Survey results, share what the community expressed, and discuss the future of the Washington Society of Jewish Deaf. This town hall is a chance to gather, connect, and help guide what comes next for WSJD &mdash; including future programs, community events, partnerships, and priorities.Refreshments will be provided, including bagels and lox. Why attend? See what the community survey revealed Learn what members shared, requested, and hope to see from WSJD. Help guide WSJD&rsquo;s next chapter Your ideas and feedback will help shape future programs and gatherings. Reconnect with community Spend time with WSJD members, friends, families, and supporters. Event DetailsDate: Sunday, July 12, 2026 Time: 1:00&ndash;4:00 PM Location: Bender JCC of Greater Washington 6125 Montrose Road Rockville, MD 20852Admission: Free RSVP deadline: Wednesday, July 8, 2026, by 5:00 PM For questions, contact: <a fr-original-style="" href="mailto:wsjd01@gmail.com" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">wsjd01@gmail.com</a> Gather. Connect. Grow.

WSJD Community Town Hall

Jewish Deaf people deserve a community where they can connect in ASL, celebrate Jewish traditions and culture, build relationships, and feel they belong. In our community survey, Jewish Deaf people expressed a strong desire for more social time, Shabbat dinners, and High Holiday gatherings in ASL. Your donation will help WSJD: &bull; Create social gatherings, Shabbat dinners, and High Holiday programs &bull; Bring Jewish stories and traditions to life through ASL &bull; Invest in programs for Jewish Deaf youth and families &bull; Reach people who are not yet connected to the community &bull; Support community members as they become volunteers and future leaders &bull; Build partnerships with Jewish organizations A one-time or recurring gift will help build the Jewish Deaf community people are asking for, today and for future generations.

Jewish Deaf people deserve a community where they can connect in ASL, celebrate Jewish traditions and culture, build relationships, and feel they belong.In our community survey, Jewish Deaf people expressed a strong desire for more social time, Shabbat dinners, and High Holiday gatherings in ASL.Your donation will help WSJD:• Create social gatherings, Shabbat dinners, and High Holiday programs• Bring Jewish stories and traditions to life through ASL• Invest in programs for Jewish Deaf youth and families• Reach people who are not yet connected to the community• Support community members as they become volunteers and future leaders• Build partnerships with Jewish organizationsA one-time or recurring gift will help build the Jewish Deaf community people are asking for, today and for future generations.

A Thriving Jewish Deaf Community

Join WSJD for a Boo-Tiful Shabbat Dinner 🕯️🎃 Gather with Deaf, hard of hearing, and signing friends and family for an accessible Shabbat evening in ASL, with a seasonal twist. Enjoy candle lighting, blessings, and a warm meal in a space where communication is easy and welcoming. Painting a mini-pumpkin... Guest speaker: Elsie Stecker.&nbsp; About this event This Shabbat dinner supports WSJD&rsquo;s mission to foster Jewish identity, pride, and culture in our community. Come socialize, sign, laugh, and connect with new and old friends around the table.

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