Schedule of Events

The plan

May 21–23, 2027. Details marked to be confirmed will be filled in as the weekend approaches.

Friday

May 21

Welcoming Shabbat — and you!

Join us for prayers to welcome this special Shabbat. Even if you've never attended a Friday night service before, please come! You'll be in good company, and we'll make sure you feel at home. Davening begins at 6 pm; welcome and dinner begins at 7 pm.

Where The Washington Ethical Society, 7750 16th St NW, Washington, DC 20012
Davening 6 pm
Welcome + dinner 7 pm
Dress comfortable

Saturday

May 22

Shabbat morning service — the big event (!!)

At the morning service, Ezra will be called up to the Torah for the first time, marking his official transition to becoming a bar mitzvah. He will lead portions of the service, read from the Torah, chant the haftarah, and share a d'var Torah.

Where Adas Israel Congregation, 2850 Quebec St NW, Washington, DC
When Shabbat morning service ( start time to be confirmed )
Dress dress attire (sport coats, dresses, pantsuits, etc.)

Important note: in accordance with Shabbat practice, no photos or phone use of any kind are permitted in the synagogue on Saturday.

Saturday

Evening

End of Shabbat + Casino Night

We'll bid farewell to Shabbat together, then turn it loose at home with Casino Night.

Where Our home ( address shared with your RSVP confirmation )
When evening time to be confirmed

Sunday

May 23

Party!

Get your dancing shoes on, and come ready to throw down — we're talking circle dancing, people up on chairs, party games, the whole deal!

When 11 am – 3 pm
Where Rock Creek Mansion, 5417 West Cedar Lane, Bethesda, MD 20814
Dress to dazzle