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Join Us for Our Young Families Programs!

Welcome! Young Families of Alexandria and Arlington offers a place where families raising Jewish children can meet one another, celebrate together, and build community.

In addition to Shabbat and holiday programming, we offer many other opportunities for families to "do something Jewish" with friends and neighbors. Some of these events are organized by Agudas Achim and others by volunteers. All families are welcome, regardless of synagogue membership or affiliation.

Check back often for information about upcoming events and helpful resources. You can also follow us on Facebook or Instagram or sign up to receive emails from Agudas Achim Young Families. Interested in meeting Young Families who live in your neighborhood? Fill out this Google form and we'll put you in touch with other families in your zip code. We hope to see you soon!

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Young Families Resources

Shabbat with Young Families | Holidays with Young Families | Family Fun & Programs for Parents | Summer Camp Opportunity

STEAM Summer Camp 2025 (public)

Grab Your Gardening Gloves!

Led by our STEAM teacher Charlotte Buckhold,

Campers will learn more about how to care for our established pollinator and herb gardens and will plant a new garden, complete with a fruit tree!
Everyone will learn the value of sh'mirat ha'adamah, caring for the earth
Every day will include a STEAM activity or craft and lots of outside play
June 16 - June 27 (no camp on Thursday, June 19 in honor of Juneteenth)
Half-Day (9-1) or Full-Day (9-5) options available
For children ages 3 through 5.
STEAM Summer Camp is for children who have already turned 3 or will be turning 3 this summer.
We may offer a "Rookie Camp" for children who will be entering our 2s program in the fall (children who will turn 2 by September 30). Stay tuned for more information.

Siblings receive a 10% discount.

Questions? Contact Jen at preschool@agudasachim-va.org or 703.998.6072.

We will send you an email within two business days to confirm your enrollment in our summer camp program.

Register here

Young Families Shabbat Services @ 11 a.m.

Families with children birth to age five are invited to join us for this family-friendly Shabbat celebration. We gather almost every Saturday morning during the school year to celebrate Shabbat, enjoy a Torah story, and have fun with friends.

The first Shabbat of the month is led by Morah Jen; all other Shabbatot are led by trained Rhythm n' Ruach instructor Ariel Michaelson.

September 7th
October 5th
November 2nd
December 7th
February 1st
March 1st & 22nd
April 5th
May 3rd
June 7th

September 14th, 21st & 28th
October 19th & 26th
November 16th & 23rd
December 14th & 21st
January 11th & 25th
February 8th & 22nd
March 8th, 15th, & 29th
April 26th
May 10th, 17th, & 31st
June 14th

A New Vision for Early Childhood Education, Author Talk

Open to all
FREE!
Sunday, February 2 from 10-11:30 am
Pozez JCC at 8900 Little River Turnpike in Fairfax

Join author Noah Hichenberg as he shares a new vision for early childhood education. Discover how to move from strategies of control to relationships of trust with preschool-aged children, fostering meaningful connections that empower both adults and kids. Parents, educators, and anyone passionate about early childhood will leave with practical takeaways to create environments where children thrive.

Jen has started reading Noah's book and it is fabulous!

Sponsored by Agudas Achim Preschool, Olam Tikvah Preschool, Etz Hayim Preschool, Growing Jewish Families, PJ Library, and Gesher Jewish Day School.

Prenatal and Postnatal Group for Parents and Parents-To-Be

Thursdays in February (6, 13, 20, 27) from 9:30-10:30 am

Agudas Achim in Alexandria

Join our Prenatal and Postnatal Group, led by parenting specialist Michelle Shoham, MA. This supportive community is for parents and parents-to-be to connect, share experiences, and learn from one another. Whether you're navigating adoption, pregnancy or postpartum, you'll find a welcoming space to embrace the journey of parenthood.

Sing-a-Long with Hazzan Dienstfrey

Sundays @ 11 a.m.

September 15, October 20, November 17, December 15, March 16, April 6, May 4, June 1

Click here to register

Families with children birth to age five are invited to join Hazzan Diesntfrey at Fairlington park for a music-filled Sunday morning. It's a great way to introduce children to Judaism through song and a chance to connect with other families from the community.

Campfire Havdalah

Saturday, February 22 at 6:30 pm

Morah Jen's in Alexandria

We'll say goodbye to Shabbat and welcome a brand-new week. We'll have a firepit and make s'mores. Ariel Michaelson will lead us in a sing-along. Meet other young families and make new friends!

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