Events at Agudas Achim Congregation
Truth and Tropes: A panel on Antisemitism, Israel, and Social Media
Sunday, December 7 | 10:00 a.m.
This panel is an open conversation about how social media drives antisemitism targeting Israel. Moderator Josh Kraushaar (Editor-in-Chief, Jewish Insider) and a group of experts will examine the narratives that spread online and discuss their broader impact. The session aims to give the Jewish community a clearer view of the digital forces shaping contemporary antisemitism. Panelists will include Rabbi Eric Fusfield, Director of Legislative Affairs for B'nai B'rith International; David Bernstein, University Professor and Executive Director of the Liberty & Law Center, George Mason University School of Law; Josh Stevens, Deputy Regional Director for the District of Columbia, Anti-Defamation League; and Yael Bar Tur, digital communications consultant and former Director of Social Media for the New York City Police Department
Doors will open at 9:45am!
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Financial Seminar
Monday, December 8 | 8:00 p.m.
As the year ends, you have a unique opportunity to support our synagogue and maximize your financial benefits. Join our upcoming webinar, hosted by our own Treasurer and CPA Jason Harris along with Community Member Margaret Feinstein, Financial Advisor with a specialty in Estate and Business Planning, to learn how your generosity can work smarter for you.
This session will be simple, practical, and focused on helping you make the most of your generosity before December 31.
We’ll cover specific strategies and benefits, including:
Tax Deductions – Donations made before December 31 can reduce your taxable income for this year. IRA
Charitable Distributions – If you’re 70½ or older, you can give directly from your IRA and satisfy your Required Minimum Distribution without increasing taxable income.
Gifting Appreciated Assets – Donate stocks or securities to avoid capital gains tax while supporting our community.
Donor-Advised Funds – Make a contribution now and decide later where to allocate funds, locking in this year’s tax benefit.
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Insurance Related Giving Options
Thank you for strengthening our community and making a lasting impact.
Agudas Got Talent!
Sunday, December 14 | 4:00 PM
Please join us for our annual Agudas Got Talent!
The show will begin at 4:00 PM and will conclude with a community Hanukkah Candle Lighting.
Members of all ages and stages are invited to this free event.
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It's time for Hanukkah in the 'hood again! This is a time to gather with old and new friends to celebrate Hanukkah and share food and candlelighting in volunteer congregants' homes. Please use the sign-up genius link to RSVP for the event you want to attend
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Thu, January 22 2026 4 Shevat 5786