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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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Upcoming Events
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Sat, July 11, 2026 - 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Feltcorn family kiddush
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Sat, August 22, 2026 - 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Kiddush Sponsorship - Taubman Family
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Daily Thought
In
the non-physical world of emotions, ideas, and the soul, many things can
overlap in time and space.
But
a physical world is a place where each thing says, “In my space, nothing else
can be.”
When
a human being doesn’t allow the spiritual light of his soul to shine, he too
becomes a physical object. So he says, “You are taking up my space.”
How
large is the space of a human being? As much as he can grab and more. We’re all
reproductions of Adam, and there was only one of him occupying the entire
world.
But
when a human being rises a little higher, a little more spiritual, a little
more sensitive to a world beyond him, then he says, “Let’s share this space.
There’s room here for all of us.” Maamar Issa B’Zohar...






