- THE SUMMER OF A LIFETIME!Gan Israel is a place where kids dreams come true. It’s a place where kids broaden their horizons, where each day promises a combination of new adventures; and develops their self-esteem... CLICK HERE!
- Sinai & CivicsAs America approaches 250 years since the Declaration of Independence, we’re exploring the big ideas behind the nation—freedom, justice, responsibility, and the dignity of every individual—and where they might connect to Jewish tradition. MORE INFO HERE
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Gan Israel PreschoolOur preschool offers an early childhood learning experience for children aged 18 months through Pre-Kindergarten. We believe in the power of play as a fundamental learning tool, guided by loving and respectful teachers who serve as excellent role models.
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The Shabbat Squad is Now WEEKLY!Every week you are invited to join a wonderful children's program run by warm counselors who will bring your child fun, joy, and of course- that amazing Shabbat feeling.
Kiddish is served to all families after program around 12:30pm! Read More
Chabad Hebrew School offers a friendly and stimulating environment, where children can embrace their Jewish roots and gain a true sense of Jewish pride.
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Chabad of Northern Virginia is a vibrant and inclusive community that warmly embraces people from all walks of life. We are dedicated to fostering Jewish identity and values through a variety of meaningful programs and services. Our doors are always open so come on by!
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Learning & Inspiration
- Tonight Is Tisha B’AvA historical overview and a digest of the day's laws. Read More
- How I Survived AuschwitzMindu Hornick MBE, describes her heart-wrenching experiences in Auschwitz and a slave-labor camp. Read More
- The Saddest Day of the Jewish YearTisha b’Av, the ninth of Av, is Judaism’s national day of mourning. Learn the history and significan... Read More
- How Hashem Is the Only RealityThe Torah instructs us to know and understand that there is nothing else but Hashem, not only in the... Read More
Upcoming Events
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Sat, August 1, 2026 - 12:00pm
Kiddish: Sponsored by Anonymous
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Sat, August 22, 2026 - 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Kiddush Sponsorship - Taubman Family
Shabbat & Holidays
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Daily Thought
It is not so much that we need to be taken out of exile.
It is that we must take the exile out of ourselves.
What is exile? It is the belief that there is some place outside of G-d.
And that in that place, there are forces stronger than G-d.
And those forces will not allow you to do what your soul came here to do. Fear no thing, no force...








