Host Spotlight — Leslie Rogoff

Leslie Rogoff | Washington D.C.

MHWOW Host since April 2015

Leslie is a Human Resource Specialist (Employee and Labor Relations) with the Federal Government, based in Washington D.C.. Leslie has hosted 31 MHWOW programs including rooftop Havdallah, “Mean Girls & Discussion”, Mah Jong, Nosh-A-Shana, and more. Leslie attended Moishe House Ignite Leadership Retreat in Boston.

Leslie, born and raised in Tampa, FL, studied international affairs and geography at the University of Miami before going to law school at the University of Florida. Leslie loves exploring the DC area and visiting Disney World when she’s back in Florida.

What does being a MHWOW host mean to you?

I love being a MHWOW host! The last two years have enhanced my ability to open my home to others, to share Jewish holidays and customs with friends, to meet new people, and to explore the DC community at large. I treasure the memories and friendships and the now-annual events I’ve developed along the way.

What is your favorite MHWOW program to host?

It’s a tie between my two annual events. For Purim, I host the Hamantaschen Extravaganza — I make a ton of cookie dough and invite friends (and friends-of-friends) to bring their favorite fillings. Every year there’s so many cookies, and new flavor combinations! For the afternoon of Rosh Hashana, I host Nosh-a-Shana — Once services end, I invite everyone to come hang out at my place, where I put out some nosh and turn on “Keeping the Faith”. It’s a sweet and relaxing way to celebrate the new year!

Thank you to Leslie for being an awesomely active MWHOW host!