What’s Happening

2026 Annual Concert featuring SIX13: May 31

Posted on February 23, 2026

This year’s concert will be highlighted by a performance by Six13, a widely recognized a cappella group. This important event will help support Tikvat Israel as well as its Jewish education programs for children. Sponsorship opportunities are available now Six13 is a groundbreaking, six-man a cappella vocal band that is bringing an unprecedented style and Continue Reading »

Israel Affairs Committee History of Zionism Book Discussion: Feb. 1- Mar. 8

Posted on February 18, 2026

Richard Lederman, co-chair of the Israel Affairs Committee, will be leading a discussion of the book The Making of Modern Zionism: The Intellectual Origins of the Jewish State by the late Shlomo Avineri. Click here to register for the discussion group. Once you have registered, Richard will be in touch with more details about the Continue Reading »

Men’s Club Dinner & Schmooze: Mar. 9

Posted on February 17, 2026

Join us for our next social gathering—a relaxed dinner and schmooze at Siena’s Restaurant on Mar. 9 at 5:30 p.m. Siena’s is a beloved kosher Italian, Mexican, and Mediterranean vegetarian restaurant in Rockville. You can see their menu here. Please RSVP to Joe Miller by Mar. 3 so we can confirm reservations.

Women’s Network Book Club: March 18

Posted on February 15, 2026

Women’s Network will meet by Zoom on Wednesday, March 18 to discuss Talia Carner’s novel “The Third Daughter.” This historical fiction novel published in 2019 that explores the little-known history of sex trafficking from late 19th-century Russia to South America, blending elements of crime and Jewish fiction. The story follows a young woman’s journey into Continue Reading »

Israeli Affairs Committee Film Showing: March 22

Posted on February 14, 2026

The Israeli Affairs Committee is proudly hosting a showing of the 2024 Oscar winner for Best Documentary, “No Other Land” on March 22, 2026, at 3:00 PM. “No Other Land” depicts a friendship between two of the film’s directors–Yuval Avraham, and Israeli of Ashkenazi and Mizrahi descent, and Basel Adra, a Palestinian film director, lawyer Continue Reading »

Shepherd’s Table: Mar. 30

Posted on February 14, 2026

Eleven volunteers are needed on Monday, Mar. 30, to help serve dinner at Shepherd’s Table, including setting-up beforehand and cleaning-up after. If you would like to volunteer, you need to register and sign up with Shepherd’s Table in advance. For more information, please contact Stuart Turkewitz. Click here to sign up.   

Pesach Tune Lab: March 29

Posted on February 14, 2026

Join us from 10:00 – 11:30 am for an interactive, hands-on session to learn and practice the melodies that will shape our Pesach services this year. Whether you’re leading, supporting, or just love to sing, this is a chance to build familiarity, confidence, and a shared musical language so our tefillah can feel unified and participatory.

The Story Behind a Historic Stand for Justice: Apr. 19

Posted on February 10, 2026

At the Men’s Club upcoming program, Bill Apter will share the remarkable and deeply personal story of his father, David Apter—a successful public?relations professional whose life changed forever when he chose to stand publicly with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. during this historic march. The brunch will take place on Apr. 19 at 10:00 a.m. Continue Reading »

Lift Up Your Torah: A Hagbah Workshop: May 17

Posted on February 3, 2026

Curious about Hagbah but nervous about lifting the Torah scroll? You’re not alone! Join us from 10:00 – 11:00 am for a fun, supportive workshop where we’ll demystify the art of Hagbah—the meaningful moment when the Torah is lifted and displayed to the congregation. Facilitated by Melissa Kutner and Shira Lantner, this workshop will break it down step by Continue Reading »

SEA Change Announces Upcoming Events

Posted on August 11, 2025

SEA Change Announces Next Opportunities to Participate!     Click here to learn more about the latest events and opportunities for you to participate in Tikvat Israel’s and community events that strive to improve social justice and equality throughout our community.