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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Young Families Shabbat Services – 11:00 am
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.
Gan Shabbat is led by Morah Fran; all other Shabbatot are led by trained Rhythm n’ Ruach instructor Ariel Michaelson.
Gan Shabbat
- September 6th
- October 25th
- November 15th
- December 6th
- January 3rd
- February 7th
- March 7th
- April 25th
- May 3rd
- June 6th
Shabbat Family Jam
- September 13th, 20th & 27th
- October 4th, 11th & 18th
- November 1st, 8th & 22nd
- December 13th & 20th
- January 10th, 17th, 24th & 31st
- February 14th, 21st & 28th
- March 14th, 21st, & 28th
- April 4th, 11th & 18th
- May 9th, 16th, & 30th
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


