Jewish Life

Office Closed

Sixth & I is closed Monday, July 1 through Friday, July 5 for Fourth of July. We will re-open Monday, July 8 at 9:00 am.

Gabrielle Zevin

In Conversation with Angie Kim

On the occasion of the paperback release of Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow—a New York Times bestseller and #1 Indie National Best Seller—Zevin shares the exhilarating story of two friends who come together as creative partners in the world of video game design, where success brings them fame, joy, tragedy, duplicity, and, ultimately, a kind of immortality.

Friday Night Services + Dinner

with Rabbi Aaron

This inclusive service led by Rabbi Aaron and Sixth & I’s musicians blends contemporary and traditional elements for an experience that feels both familiar and fresh.

The Great Donut Debate

For a sweeter take on election season, vote to decide who makes the best donuts in DC. Sip on mimosas as you sample donuts from around the city in a blind taste test, and compete at donut-themed trivia, games, and more.  

Joan Baez

In Conversation with Ari Shapiro

For the first time, creator Joan Baez is sharing her life in verse in the intimate, autobiographical poetry collection, When You See My Mother, Ask Her to Dance.

Pursuing Peace

Israel’s war against Hamas in Gaza has been going on for over nine months, with no end in sight. Many of us have been asking: “Must the sword devour forever?” (Samuel II 2:26). Where are the voices of peace? Together with Rabbi Aaron, explore a variety of texts on the core value of pursuing peace in Jewish tradition and what that might mean in practice as it relates to a shared future for Israelis and Palestinians. 

Ballpark Shabbat

Experience a musical and energetic service with Rabbi Aaron and our Shabbat musicians located at an event space inside Nationals Park. Afterwards, sit with other Sixth & I’ers to watch as the Washington Nationals take on the Milwaukee Brewers. 

NJB+ Pageant

Who will take the crown this year? Enjoy the showcase of talent, style, and Jewish queerness as contestants compete for the honor of winning the annual NJB+ Pageant.

Interfaith Couples Workshop

Rabbi Aaron facilitates a guided, nonjudgmental space for Jews and their non-Jewish partners to talk, learn, and grow–together and as individuals.