Find Your Place: 0-5 Years – Friendship & Fun

It sounds like you're looking for family, friendship, and community. You're in the right place!

Chai There is TRS’s young family initiative for expectant parents and families with children ages 0-5. Whether you’re hoping to meet other families, celebrate Jewish holidays, enjoy music and play, or create meaningful memories together, Chai There offers welcoming opportunities to connect and belong. We welcome both TRS members and non-members.

Best for: Best for meeting other young families.

Click the blue buttons below to learn more about Chai There events and opportunities.

Be sure to explore on our calendar:

  • Rise & Shine: Music for Tots with Bagels (2nd Saturdays during the school year)
  • Tot Shabbat, a short tot-centered Shabbat service followed by a craft (4th Saturdays)
  • Bubbles & Babies
  • Parenting Groups, including Pregnancy Pods
  • Holiday Celebrations – also featuring Sensory-Friendly Chanukah and Purim Programs

Do you need help in finding a good fit for your family? To learn more, get involved, or to subscribe to our monthly Chai There newsletter, contact Sarah Rogoff.

Other Opportunities

Year-Round Early Childhood Center

Temple Rodef Shalom Early Childhood Center offers many classes serving children from birth (with a caregiver) through kindergarten. Prospective families are always welcome to schedule a tour of our beautiful facility. ​Applications for TRS Early Childhood Center are accepted on a year-round, rolling basis. Applications for fall enrollment are released each January. 

Best for: Best for Jewish experiences for young children.