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Story Time @ CJM: Passover by lorenz.brunner, last updated: Jan 15, 2026 02:50 PM
Celebrate Passover with local author Claire Freeland! She will be reading and signing her new book “My Passover Seder,” and together we’ll learn about and prepare for the seder with songs, crafts, and stories from Jewish Washington’s long history of the holiday. Join us to read stories, sing songs, and do crafts and activities for children under 5 and their caregivers. Each program features a different theme and book suited for children of all backgrounds as they learn about themselves and the world around them. Presented in partnership with Bender JCC, Edlavitch DCJCC, Pozez JCC and PJ Library.
Story Time @ CJM: Chesed by lorenz.brunner, last updated: Jan 15, 2026 01:56 PM
Brrr! Escape from the February chill with the Capital Jewish Museum. We’ll read “A Hat for Mrs. Goldman: A Story About Knitting and Love” and consider how chesed, loving-kindness, can keep us warm. We’ll play with yarn and make pompoms as reminders to show each other kindness and warmth all winter long. Join us to read stories, sing songs, and do crafts and activities for children under 5 and their caregivers. Each program features a different theme and book suited for children of all backgrounds as they learn about themselves and the world around them. Presented in partnership with Bender JCC, Edlavitch DCJCC, Pozez JCC and PJ Library.
Story Time @ CJM: Renewal by lorenz.brunner, last updated: Jan 15, 2026 01:56 PM
Happy New Year! As we say goodbye to 2025 and welcome 2026, special guest librarian Susan Kusal is going to read “Joseph Had a Little Overcoat” , and we’re going to think about how old things can become new. Crafts, playtime, and a Museum exhibit visit will help little learners connect with the Museum, the concept of renewal, and each other. Join us to read stories, sing songs, and do crafts and activities for children under 5 and their caregivers. Each program features a different theme and book suited for children of all backgrounds as they learn about themselves and the world around them. Presented in partnership with Bender JCC, Edlavitch DCJCC, Pozez JCC and PJ Library.
Story Time @ CJM: Using Your Voice by lorenz.brunner, last updated: Jan 15, 2026 01:56 PM
How much power does a single voice have? We’ll read “Pearl Moscowitz’s Last Stand” and visit the Museum’s latest special exhibition Blacklisted: An American Story to discover how each of us can use our voice to stand up for what’s right. Join us to read stories, sing songs, and do crafts and activities for children under 5 and their caregivers. Each program features a different theme and book suited for children of all backgrounds as they learn about themselves and the world around them. Presented in partnership with Bender JCC, Edlavitch DCJCC, Pozez JCC and PJ Library.
Story Time @ CJM: Inclusion by lorenz.brunner, last updated: Jan 15, 2026 01:56 PM
February is Jewish Disabilities Awareness, Acceptance, and Inclusion Month, and to celebrate, we’ll be joined by Gesher Jewish Day School teacher Nicholas May to read “I Talk Like a River,” and share his experience with stuttering. Then, we’ll visit the Museum to learn about other disabled Jewish Washingtonians and wrap up with songs and dance that celebrate everyone and every body. Join us to read stories, sing songs, and do crafts and activities for children under 5 and their caregivers. Each program features a different theme and book suited for children of all backgrounds as they learn about themselves and the world around them. Presented in partnership with Bender JCC, Edlavitch DCJCC, Pozez JCC and PJ Library.
Family Day: Tu B’shevat by lorenz.brunner, last updated: Jan 15, 2026 01:55 PM
We’re throwing a birthday party for the trees! Tree-lovers of all ages and from all backgrounds are welcome to learn, connect, and create while we celebrate all the wonderful gifts of the trees.
Weblog Entry Troff document (with manpage macros) The Israel Attack on Hamas Officials in Qatar by Jeff Steele, last updated: Jan 14, 2026 04:16 PM
In a desperate attempt to prevent progress toward a prisoner exchange and ceasefire, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has attempted to kill his negotiating partners.
Weblog Entry Troff document (with manpage macros) The September 2 Attack in the Caribbean by Jeff Steele, last updated: Jan 14, 2026 11:26 AM
More details have come out about the first attack on an alleged drug smuggling boat in the Caribbean. The military aircraft used to launch the strike was painted to appear as a civilian aircraft. Two survivors of the first strike were later killed in a follow-up attack.
Family Day at the Library of Congress: Happy Birthday, George Washington by admin, last updated: Jan 13, 2026 06:39 PM
Celebrate George Washington's birthday!
Weblog Entry Troff document (with manpage macros) The Great Re-Replacement Theory by Jeff Steele, last updated: Jan 13, 2026 06:38 PM
Cult leader, convicted felon, and failed President Donald Trump and many of those in his administration are believers in the Great Replacement Theory. Apparently fearful of losing non-Hispanic White majority status, the administration has embarked on policies aimed at removing non-White immigrants while encouraging White South Africans to move to the United States.
Comment Troff document (with manpage macros) Jeff Steele on The Great Re-Replacement Theory by Jeff Steele, last updated: Jan 13, 2026 06:38 PM
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Weblog Entry Troff document (with manpage macros) Trump Investigates Jerome Powell by Jeff Steele, last updated: Jan 12, 2026 02:37 PM
In what is a clear pretext to apply pressure to Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell, the administration of cult leader, convicted felon, and failed President Donald Trump has opened a criminal investigation into Powell. This is another indication of Trump's dictatorial instincts. However, it also may be another example of the "neo-royalist" theory explaining Trump's behavior.
Weblog Entry Troff document (with manpage macros) The Enhanced Health Insurance Premium Tax Credits, Again by Jeff Steele, last updated: Jan 11, 2026 04:11 PM
I have previously written about the expiration of the enhanced health insurance premium tax credits. I am resisting that topic now that the credits have expired.
How to Win Local D.C. Scholarships (Zoom Workshop) by admin, last updated: Jan 11, 2026 04:11 PM
How to win local dc scholarships workshop hosted by Maria Sharmin, a 30× scholarship winner from D.C., alumna of Jackson-Reed High School, and graduate of Temple University.
Comment Troff document (with manpage macros) FJB on The Enhanced Health Insurance Premium Tax Credits, Again by , last updated: Jan 09, 2026 09:40 PM
I was today years old when I learned that all of the Jeff Steele editorials on this site were not actually locked from comments just [...]
Weblog Entry Troff document (with manpage macros) Trump and Neo-Royalism by Jeff Steele, last updated: Jan 10, 2026 06:55 AM
Two political scientists have proposed a theory that explains many of the actions of the administration of cult leader, convicted felon, and failed President Donald Trump.
Comment Troff document (with manpage macros) HowDoesDenmarkDoThis on The Enhanced Health Insurance Premium Tax Credits, Again by , last updated: Jan 09, 2026 12:41 PM
we have family in Denmark. Single Payer Insurance makes all the difference. first story - I was in Denmark last year and needed help for [...]
Legos & Tea by admin, last updated: Jan 09, 2026 10:50 AM
Blast off with us on Tuesday, January 28th from 6:30–8:00 PM at Kentlands Mansion as we celebrate National LEGO Day! Sip on yummy hot tea while building your very own LEGO space shuttle or astronaut. It's the perfect night to imagine, create, and have fun together in a cozy setting. Plus, you'll get to take home your awesome LEGO creation as a keepsake from this out-of-this-world adventure!
Weblog Entry Troff document (with manpage macros) The Lies the Government Tells by Jeff Steele, last updated: Jan 09, 2026 09:03 AM
The administration of cult leader, convicted felon, and failed President Donald Trump is a government of liars. Yesterday's shooting in Minneapolis led to more examples of government lying, following an already dismal record that has created mistrust of the government in the courts.