Upcoming Jewish Events in DMV: Feb. 20-26

From a conversation with Ambassador Alfred Moses to an Israeli cooking program, check out these 8 upcoming events in the Jewish community.

Published on Feb. 12, 2026

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The Washington Jewish Week has compiled a list of 8 upcoming events in the Jewish community of the DMV (D.C., Maryland, Virginia) region from February 20-26. The events include a literary discussion, a conversation with a Jewish leader, museum visits, a medical innovation presentation, an Israeli cooking class, a Purim study session, a discussion on Jewish human rights, and a fireside chat on Jewish philanthropy.

Why it matters

These events showcase the vibrant and diverse Jewish community in the DMV area, providing opportunities for learning, cultural engagement, and community building. They cover a range of topics, from literature and history to food and philanthropy, appealing to a wide audience within the local Jewish population.

The details

The events include a discussion on the novel 'One Good Thing' by the author of 'We Were the Lucky Ones,' a conversation with Ambassador Alfred H. Moses, a museum visit to the National Museum of African American History and Culture, a presentation on medical innovations at Ben-Gurion University, an Israeli cooking class making 'Beit LaZayit,' a Purim study session, a discussion on Jewish human rights, and a fireside chat on Jewish philanthropy.

  • The events take place from Friday, February 20 to Thursday, February 26, 2026.
  • The 'One Good Thing' literary discussion is on Friday, February 20 from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
  • The conversation with Ambassador Alfred H. Moses is on Sunday, February 22 from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.
  • The museum visit to the National Museum of African American History and Culture is on Sunday, February 22 from 3 to 5 p.m.
  • The presentation on medical innovations at Ben-Gurion University is on Sunday, February 22 from 7 to 9 p.m.
  • The Israeli cooking class is on Tuesday, February 24 from 7 to 8 p.m.
  • The Purim study session is on Wednesday, February 25 from 7 to 9 p.m.
  • The discussion on Jewish human rights is on Wednesday, February 25 from 7:30 to 9 p.m.
  • The fireside chat on Jewish philanthropy is on Thursday, February 26 from 7 to 9 p.m.

The players

Deborah Kalb

A writer and editor who will lead the discussion on the novel 'One Good Thing' by the author of 'We Were the Lucky Ones'.

Ambassador Alfred H. Moses

A Jewish leader and lifelong advocate for Jewish communal life who will speak about the importance of remaining engaged in Jewish life and community throughout one's lifetime.

Prof. Ehud Ohana

A professor at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev who is rebuilding his lab's work on medical innovation after an Iranian missile strike.

Noa Yehoshua

A Ph.D. candidate at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev who is working with Prof. Ohana on medical innovation.

Chen Mordechai

The community shlicha (emissary) who is leading the 'Holy Yums!' Israeli cooking program.

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What they’re saying

“One Good Thing reminds us what is worth fighting for — and that love, even amidst a world in ruins, can triumph.”

— Deborah Kalb, Writer and editor (washingtonjewishweek.com)

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, Grocery employee (Instagram)

The takeaway

The diverse array of upcoming Jewish events in the DMV region showcases the vibrant and engaged local Jewish community, providing opportunities for learning, cultural exploration, and community building on a wide range of topics relevant to Jewish life and values.