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| leadership = Rabbi Berel Wolvovsky
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== History ==
== History ==
Chabad of Silver Spring was established in 1996 by Rabbi Berel Wolvovsky. It is part of the worldwide Chabad-Lubavitch movement, which aims to provide Jewish outreach and education. The center has grown significantly since its inception, leading to the construction of a new 6,000-square-foot facility at 519 Lamberton Drive, which opened in 2014.<ref name="chabadss">{{cite web | title=Welcome to Chabad of Silver Spring | url=https://www.chabadsilverspring.com | website=Chabad of Silver Spring | access-date=2024-07-08}}</ref><ref name="chabadinfo">{{cite web | title=A New Chapter for Chabad of Silver Spring | url=https://chabadinfo.com | website=Chabadinfo.com | access-date=2024-07-08}}</ref>
Chabad of Silver Spring was established in 1996 by Rabbi Berel Wolvovsky. It is part of the worldwide Chabad-Lubavitch movement, which aims to provide Jewish outreach and education. The center has grown significantly since its inception, leading to the construction of a new 6,000-square-foot facility at 519 Lamberton Drive, which opened in 2014.<ref name="chabadss">{{cite web | title=Welcome to Chabad of Silver Spring | url=https://www.chabadsilverspring.com | website=Chabad of Silver Spring | access-date=2024-07-08}}</ref><ref name="chabadinfo">{{cite web | title=A New Chapter for Chabad of Silver Spring | url=https://chabadinfo.com | website=Chabadinfo.com | access-date=2024-07-08}}</ref>

The center is an essential part of the [[Silver Spring]] Jewish community, particularly [[Kemp Mill]].

Amid rising concerns for security in 2023, Chabad of Silver Spring, like many Jewish institutions in the area, has collaborated closely with local law enforcement to ensure the safety of its congregants and visitors.<ref>{{cite web|title=Israel attacks spark heightened security in Montgomery County|url=https://wjla.com/amp/news/local/israel-attacks-hamas-local-law-enforcement-montgomery-county-police-national-security-worship-places-temples-synagogues-mosques-dmv-safety-jewish-muslim-middle-east-maryland-gaza-chabad-silver-spring|website=WJLA|access-date=August 10, 2024}}</ref>


== Leadership ==
== Leadership ==
Since its founding, Rabbi Berel Wolvovsky has led Chabad of Silver Spring, with his wife, Chaya Wolvovsky, actively involved in various programs. Their leadership has been pivotal in expanding the center's outreach and educational programs.<ref name="lubavitch">{{cite web | title=Chabad of Silver Spring – Centers – Chabad Lubavitch World Headquarters | url=https://www.lubavitch.com | website=Chabad Lubavitch World Headquarters | access-date=2024-07-08}}</ref>
Since its founding, Rabbi Berel Wolvovsky has led Chabad of Silver Spring, with his wife, Chaya Wolvovsky, actively involved in various programs.<ref name="lubavitch">{{cite web | title=Chabad of Silver Spring – Centers – Chabad Lubavitch World Headquarters | url=https://www.lubavitch.com | website=Chabad Lubavitch World Headquarters | access-date=2024-07-08}}</ref>


== Community and Activities ==
== Community and Activities ==
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== Educational Programs ==
== Educational Programs ==
Chabad of Silver Spring provides numerous educational programs, such as Torah classes, Chassidus classes, and Tanya classes, designed for all ages and levels of knowledge. These programs emphasize practical and spiritual growth.<ref name="chabadss" />
Chabad of Silver Spring provides numerous educational programs, such as Torah classes, Chassidus classes, and Tanya classes, designed for all ages and levels of knowledge. These programs emphasize practical and spiritual growth.<ref name="chabadss" />


The center also runs The Gan Montessori preschool and [[Camp Gan Israel]], which offers a fun and educational summer experience for children. The Hebrew School at Chabad provides Jewish education to children in the community, fostering a love for Jewish traditions and values.<ref name="lubavitch" />
The center also runs The Gan Montessori preschool and [[Camp Gan Israel]], which offers a fun and educational summer experience for children. The Hebrew School at Chabad provides Jewish education to children in the community, fostering a love for Jewish traditions and values.<ref name="lubavitch" />

In 2022, The Gan Montessori preschool, located within Chabad of Silver Spring, underwent a significant expansion. This growth was part of a broader effort to accommodate the increasing demand for quality early childhood education in the Silver Spring area. The school’s expansion included a new childcare facility.<ref>{{cite web|title=After some confusion, two child care facilities to operate in Silver Spring building|url=https://moco360.media/2022/09/16/after-some-confusion-two-child-care-facilities-to-operate-in-silver-spring-building/|website=MoCo360|access-date=August 10, 2024}}</ref>


== Community Services ==
== Community Services ==
Chabad of Silver Spring actively engages in community service and outreach. It organizes events and programs like the annual Jewish Art Calendar, Shabbat dinners, holiday celebrations, and youth programs. The center also partners with other local organizations to support broader community initiatives.<ref name="info">{{cite web | title=Information for Visitors | url=https://www.chabadsilverspring.com/templates/articlecco_cdo/aid/1271158/jewish/Information-for-Visitors.htm | website=Chabad of Silver Spring | access-date=2024-07-08}}</ref>
Chabad of Silver Spring actively engages in community service and outreach. It organizes events and programs like the annual Jewish Art Calendar, Shabbat dinners, holiday celebrations, and youth programs. The center also partners with other local organizations to support broader community initiatives.<ref name="info">{{cite web | title=Information for Visitors | url=https://www.chabadsilverspring.com/templates/articlecco_cdo/aid/1271158/jewish/Information-for-Visitors.htm | website=Chabad of Silver Spring | access-date=2024-07-08}}</ref>


== Facilities ==
== Facilities ==
The synagogue is located at 519 Lamberton Drive, Silver Spring, MD, and includes a main sanctuary, classrooms, a social hall, and youth activity spaces. These facilities support the diverse needs of the community, including religious services, educational programs, and social events.<ref name="chabadinfo" />
The synagogue is located at 519 Lamberton Drive, Silver Spring, MD, and includes a main sanctuary, classrooms, a social hall, and youth activity spaces. These facilities support the diverse needs of the community, including religious services, educational programs, and social events.<ref name="chabadinfo" />


== Notable Events ==
== Notable Events ==

Revision as of 22:43, 10 August 2024

Chabad of Silver Spring
חב"ד של סילבר ספרינג
Religion
AffiliationChabad-Lubavitch
LeadershipRabbi Berel Wolvovsky
StatusActive
Location
Location519 Lamberton Drive, Silver Spring, Maryland, 20902, USA
Chabad of Silver Spring is located in Maryland
Chabad of Silver Spring
Location within Maryland
Geographic coordinates39°02′48″N 77°01′07″W / 39.0467982°N 77.0186364°W / 39.0467982; -77.0186364
Architecture
TypeSynagogue
Date established1996
Website
chabadsilverspring.com

Chabad of Silver Spring (Hebrew: חב"ד של סילבר ספרינג) is a Chabad-Lubavitch synagogue and Jewish community center located in Silver Spring, Maryland. It serves the Jewish community of Kemp Mill and the surrounding areas, providing religious, educational, and social services.

History

Chabad of Silver Spring was established in 1996 by Rabbi Berel Wolvovsky. It is part of the worldwide Chabad-Lubavitch movement, which aims to provide Jewish outreach and education. The center has grown significantly since its inception, leading to the construction of a new 6,000-square-foot facility at 519 Lamberton Drive, which opened in 2014.[1][2]

The center is an essential part of the Silver Spring Jewish community, particularly Kemp Mill.

Amid rising concerns for security in 2023, Chabad of Silver Spring, like many Jewish institutions in the area, has collaborated closely with local law enforcement to ensure the safety of its congregants and visitors.[3]

Leadership

Since its founding, Rabbi Berel Wolvovsky has led Chabad of Silver Spring, with his wife, Chaya Wolvovsky, actively involved in various programs.[4]

Community and Activities

Chabad of Silver Spring offers a wide range of religious services, including daily prayer services (Shacharit, Mincha, and Maariv), Shabbat and holiday services. The center is known for its welcoming environment and vibrant community activities.[5]

Educational Programs

Chabad of Silver Spring provides numerous educational programs, such as Torah classes, Chassidus classes, and Tanya classes, designed for all ages and levels of knowledge. These programs emphasize practical and spiritual growth.[1]

The center also runs The Gan Montessori preschool and Camp Gan Israel, which offers a fun and educational summer experience for children. The Hebrew School at Chabad provides Jewish education to children in the community, fostering a love for Jewish traditions and values.[4]

In 2022, The Gan Montessori preschool, located within Chabad of Silver Spring, underwent a significant expansion. This growth was part of a broader effort to accommodate the increasing demand for quality early childhood education in the Silver Spring area. The school’s expansion included a new childcare facility.[6]

Community Services

Chabad of Silver Spring actively engages in community service and outreach. It organizes events and programs like the annual Jewish Art Calendar, Shabbat dinners, holiday celebrations, and youth programs. The center also partners with other local organizations to support broader community initiatives.[7] During times of global unrest, such as conflicts in Israel, Chabad of Silver Spring has been at the forefront of organizing community responses, including prayer vigils and solidarity events.[8]

Facilities

The synagogue is located at 519 Lamberton Drive, Silver Spring, MD, and includes a main sanctuary, classrooms, a social hall, and youth activity spaces. These facilities support the diverse needs of the community, including religious services, educational programs, and social events.[2]

Notable Events

Chabad of Silver Spring hosts several notable events throughout the year, including major holiday celebrations, community Shabbat dinners, and educational seminars. The synagogue's annual gala is a significant fundraising event that supports its various programs and activities.[1]

References

  1. ^ a b c "Welcome to Chabad of Silver Spring". Chabad of Silver Spring. Retrieved 2024-07-08.
  2. ^ a b "A New Chapter for Chabad of Silver Spring". Chabadinfo.com. Retrieved 2024-07-08.
  3. ^ "Israel attacks spark heightened security in Montgomery County". WJLA. Retrieved August 10, 2024.
  4. ^ a b "Chabad of Silver Spring – Centers – Chabad Lubavitch World Headquarters". Chabad Lubavitch World Headquarters. Retrieved 2024-07-08.
  5. ^ "Schedule - Chabad of Silver Spring". Chabad of Silver Spring. Retrieved 2024-07-08.
  6. ^ "After some confusion, two child care facilities to operate in Silver Spring building". MoCo360. Retrieved August 10, 2024.
  7. ^ "Information for Visitors". Chabad of Silver Spring. Retrieved 2024-07-08.
  8. ^ "Chabad of Silver Spring seeks to bring light to a dark world". Washington Jewish Week. Retrieved August 10, 2024.
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