Schedule
L'Chaim (Welcome Toast)
November 15, 2025 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Join us for a l'chaim (toast) to kick-off our wedding weekend! Cocktails and light bites will be provided. Suggested attire is smart casual. maman 141 N Street Southeast Washington, DC 20303 Saturday, November 15, 2025
Tisch
November 16, 2025 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Before the ceremony, we will be hosting a Tisch (Yiddish for "table")—a joyful gathering filled with laughter, song, and celebration. Traditionally, this is a time for words of wisdom, playful interruptions, and communal support as we prepare to walk down the aisle. Ours will include light fare, drinks, and plenty of heartfelt toasts, so come ready to eat, drink, and share in the excitement! Adas Israel 2850 Quebec Street Northwest Washington, DC 20008
Bedeken
November 16, 2025 5:30 PM - 5:45 PM
The Bedeken is a beautiful and meaningful moment before the ceremony. Traditionally, it symbolizes recognition, love, and commitment as one partner veils the other. For our wedding, we’ll both take part in this special tradition, embracing its deep roots while making it our own. Surrounded by loved ones, we will come together before the chuppah for blessings, laughter, and maybe a few happy tears. This is a time to pause, reflect, and fully take in the joy of the moment before we officially say “I do.” Adas Israel 2850 Quebec Street Northwest Washington, DC 20008
Ceremony
November 16, 2025 6:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Our wedding ceremony will take place under the Chuppah, a canopy that symbolizes the home we are building together. Open on all sides, it represents warmth, hospitality, and the love that surrounds us. The ceremony will include timeless Jewish traditions, such as the Sheva Brachot (Seven Blessings), the exchange of rings, and, of course, the breaking of the glass—marking the joy and significance of this moment. With family and friends by our side, we will sanctify our union in a way that honors tradition while celebrating our unique love story. Adas Israel 2850 Quebec Street Northwest Washington, DC 20008
Reception
November 16, 2025 6:30 PM - 11:00 PM
Join us for an evening filled with delicious food, heartfelt toasts, and plenty of dancing. In true Jewish wedding tradition, expect high-energy Hora dancing, where we’ll be lifted in chairs and surrounded by the love and joy of our family and friends. Adas Israel 2850 Quebec Street Northwest Washington, DC 20008