Welcome
To JewishROC!
Jewish Rockville Outreach Center warmly welcomes Jews from all backgrounds and levels of observance to join our learning center and congregation.
Shabbat at JewishROC
Join us for an inspiring community-centered Shabbat with services, classes, and delcious meals offered every week of the year!
Tisha B’Av 2025 Schedule:
Scroll below to view 2025 Tisha B’Av schedule:
Fast of Tisha B'Av Saturday, August 2 - Sunday, August 3
Fast starts Saturday, August 2 at 8:10 p.m.
Fast ends Sunday, August 3 at 8:38 p.m.
Fast of Tisha B'Av Evening Services August 2
8:10 p.m. Fast of Tisha B’Av begins
8:55 p.m. Maariv / Evening Service with Eichat & Kinot
Fast of Tisha B'Av Day Services & Program August 3
9:00 a.m. Shacharit / Morning Service for Tisha B’Av without Tallit & Tefillin with Special Torah Reading followed by Lamentations
11:15 a.m. Chofetz Chaim Program (see details below)
Fast of Tisha B'Av Evening Services August 3
7:15 p.m. Mincha / Afternoon Service with Tallit & Tefillin with Special Torah Reading
8:18 p.m. Maariv / Evening Service for Tisha B’Av
8:38 p.m. Fast ends
Tisha B'Av 2025 Program:
Everyone is welcome!
📅 Final Reminder: Register by Thursday
JULY 25th at 5 PM for Philly Jewish Heritage Day!
We need to book the BUS!
Dear JewishROC Community & Friends,
A friendly reminder that registration for our rescheduled Philadelphia bus trip on Sunday, August 10th is closing soon!
Registration Deadline:
Thursday, July 24th at 5:00 PM
We need firm headcounts by then to confirm the bus, tour guide, & logistics. If you've already registered and paid:
You're all set — thank you!
If you haven't registered yet — don’t worry, there's still time! Please click the button below to confirm your spot.
Itinerary
7:30 AM — Gather at JewishROC: Bus departs 8:00 AM sharp.
8:00–10:30 AM — Travel to Philadelphia
10:30 AM–11:30 AM —Visit Congregation Mikveh Israel, founded 1740; ancient Sephardi Synagogue
11:30 AM–12:00 PM Lunch at social hall of Mikveh Israel
12:00–2:00 PM — Explore the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History
2:00–4:00 PM — National Historical Park Benjamin Franklin -The liberty Bell
4:00–6:00 PM — Philadelphia Museum of Art (Rodin & Barnes Foundation Optional)
6:00 PM — Depart Philadelphia
~9:00 PM — Return to Rockville
What to Bring
Comfortable walking shoes
Travel mug or water bottle
Ensure your $40 payment (cash or check) is submitted before departure
By budgeting around 3 hours each way, this itinerary ensures a smooth and stress‑free day. We look forward to sharing a meaningful journey through Jewish history, culture, and art with you!
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Contact
Feel free to contact us with any questions.
Phone:
301-468-3881 or 301-468-4881
Office Hours
9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Evening hours vary depending on events and class schedule