Young Families
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.
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High Holidays with Young Families
We offer free Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur, and Sukkot experiences for young children with a parent. You must pre-register for these services.
Registration for High Holiday Tent Service
Registration for High Holiday Babysitting
Tot Shabbat Services 26-27- 11:00 am
Celebrate Shabbat with your littles in a setting appropriate for them!
Services are held at Agudas Achim in Alexandria, VA and begin at 11:00.
They are geared towards children ages 0-5 in attendance with an adult.
- Sept 5
- Sept 19
- Oct 3
- Oct 17
- Oct 24
- Oct 31
- Nov 7
- Nov 14
- Nov 21
- Dec 5
- Dec 12
- Dec 19
- Jan 2
- Jan 9
- Jan 23
- Jan 30
- Feb 6
- Feb 20
- Feb 27
- Mar 6
- Mar 13
- Mar 20
- Mar 27
- Apr 3
- Apr 10
- Apr 17
- May 1
- May 8
- May 15
- May 22
- June 5
Family Fun & Programs for Parents
Pajama Havdalah – Make your own b’samim
Saturday, January 10 @ 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Sing-a-Long with Hazzan Dienstfrey
Once a month, join Hazzan Dienstfrey at Fairlington Park by the exercise equipment for a fun, 30-minute singalong! 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.
Sundays @ 11:00 am – April 12, May 3, June 14, July 12, August 9
