Join us at the 2025 Hill Havurah Gala!
Celebrating Washington's Jewish Heritage with the Hill Havurah Community
Saturday, April 5th, 2025, 7:00-10:00 pm
Lillian & Albert Small Capital Jewish Museum (575 3rd St., NW)
Join us for a fun evening exploring the museum's exhibits, including the restored sanctuary of DC's oldest synagogue. Enjoy passed hors d'oeuvres, an open bar, and a buffet dinner. The program will include the Ner Tamid Award presentation to Howard Crystal & Ann Mesnikoff and highlights from this past year at Hill Havurah.
Suggested Dress: Cocktail Attire
Your generous support helps keep Hill Havurah strong -- including supporting our dynamic Rabbi Hannah Spiro, expanding spiritual and educational programs, and enhancing Tikkun Olam projects serving those in need.
All funds will be raised by selecting a giving level, and there will be no auction or paddle raise.
CONSERVATORS (10 tickets) -- $7,500
ARCHIVISTS (8 tickets) -- $5,250
Sponsorship Levels
CURATORS (6 tickets) -- $2,750
DESIGNERS (4 tickets) -- $1,750
HISTORIANS (2 tickets) -- $500
Individual Tickets -- $200 each
We'd love for all Havurah members to attend. We are an inclusive, welcoming community and encourage you to email us at HHgala@HillHavurah.org if you need financial assistance.
Our 2025 Ner Tamid Honoree
This year we will honor Ann and Howard Mesnikoff Crystal with Hill Havurah’s Ner Tamid (Eternal Light) Award for their many years and countless hours serving the Hill Havurah. As early members, Howard and Ann have been leaders throughout the community's journey. One of them has always been on the board since its earliest iteration, serving as Vice-Chair (Ann) and Chair (Howard); Ann helped lead the search committee for the hiring of Rabbi Hannah and has worked to reduce waste at our Shabbat dinners; and Howard spearheaded the initiative for Havurah members to purchase plots together in a section of Congressional Cemetery. They were also very involved in Yavneh, where Sheina and Nate studied. In earlier Havurah years, Howard and Ann hosted many events, including Torah dedication, Sukkot and Hanukkah parties, Havdalahs, and m ore. Their dedication and leadership has helped us all create the vibrant community the Hill Havurah is today.
If you have any questions, feel free to email us at HHgala@HillHavurah.org.
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