2011
June 2011
Tuesday 7 June 2011
Tue 7 Jun, 6:45 pm. 600 I Street, N.W., Washington, 20001. Jessica Krivoy, 202/408-3100. Sixth & I Historic Synagogue - [email][events]
THE TEN is an innovative take on Shavuot, the holiday traditionally celebrated by studying Torah and enjoying the first fruits of the harvest. The high-energy, entertainment-rich, and thought-provoking evening features Nathan Englander, one of The New Yorker's “20 Writers for the 21st Century”; a concert by Jdub Records’ indie rock band DeLeon; text study; tastings from the Sixth & Rye food truck; and Rabbi Shira Stutman as the emcee. Stay late for THE TEN After 10, an “after party” unleashing provocative discussion until midnight. This program is made possible through the generous support of the Bernstein Family Foundation and the Friedman-French Foundation. The Friedman-French Foundation dedicates its support in honor of Leo M. Bernstein and Frances Bro