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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
The First Temple, why
was it destroyed? Because of idolatry, murder and adultery. The Second Temple,
when they were occupied in studying Torah, doing mitzvahs, and acts of
loving-kindness, why was it destroyed? Because there were
those who were intolerant of others without cause. Which teaches us that senseless
intolerance is equal to idolatry, murder and adultery combined. (Talmud Yoma 9b.)
There is no sin of senseless intolerance
listed in Torah. And yet, while the cardinal sins of Torah demanded only 70
years of exile, intolerance is so sinister, so powerful, it can take us almost
two thousand years to heal from its wounds.
In simple terms, it’s much easier to deal with
obvious, open failures and repair...






