What’s Happening

Purim 5786: March 2-3

Posted on February 12, 2026

Hamantashen Time – Purim Is Here! Events: Purim Mischloach Manot for Legislators – Feb. 22: Join Tikvat Israel SEA Change and Jews United for Justice to pack mishloach manot gift bags to deliver to statewide elected officials.  Let’s share the Jewish values that drive our fight for social justice, explain the connection to Purim, and highlight JUFJ’s legislative priorities. Continue Reading »

2026 Annual Concert featuring SIX13: May 31

Posted on February 3, 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 »

Sen. Van Hollen in Conversation: Feb. 23

Posted on January 20, 2026

Senator Chris Van Hollen will be joined by moderator Mark Pelavin in conversation on a wide-range of topics of import to the Jewish community. Everyone must register ahead of time and bring a government-issued ID to attend. Click here to register.

Mishloach Manot: Feb. 25 & Mar. 1-3

Posted on January 20, 2026

The TI Men’s Club is proud to partner with the Women’s Network on this year’s Purim Mishloach Manot project. We are seeking volunteers to help with assembling the packages on Feb. 25 and delivering them to members of the community on Mar. 1-3. Click here to email Shep Roey if you can lend a hand.

Teens & Tweens Purim Fun: Mar. 2

Posted on January 19, 2026

Calling all teens and tweens interested in helping with the Purim carnival and earning SSL hours. We need your help setting up and running activities such as face painting, cotton candy and crafts. This will take place at Tikvat on Monday, Mar. 2 right before the Puppet Show. Please click here for more information and Continue Reading »

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

Posted on January 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 January 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.

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. 

Netivot 2025-26

Posted on May 18, 2025

Netivot is Tikvat Israel’s religious school. We are excited to expand Netivot for the 2025-26 school year to include Kindergarten through Third Grade. We aim to develop a community of children and families with the skills, knowledge, and inspiration to be active members of the Jewish community. Students will meet at Tikvat Israel on Sunday Continue Reading »

Passover 5786

Posted on March 11, 2025

As we begin preparing for Passover, how good it is to be celebrating together as a community! Below you will find resources to help you prepare for the holiday, as well as our full service schedule. We will also post any updates here, so check back as the Seder approaches.   Tikvat Israel aims to provide Continue Reading »