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Young Families

Find community and support as you navigate the journey and joys of Jewish parenthood.

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Rabbi Amy B. Ehrlich

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(212) 507-9603

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Fall 2026

Boker Tov, Baby (Ages 12-24 Months)

FULL: Tuesdays, September 8— December 15 | 10:00 — 10:45 AM 

Join early childhood specialist and musician Hadar Orshalimy for a lively 45-minute program for babies 12-24 months and their grownups; each week is filled with music, movement, Jewish holidays, a taste of Hebrew, and free time to make friends and connect with other families.
THIS CLASS HAS REACHED CAPACITY. PLEASE JOIN US IN THE SPRING.

Meets Tuesdays, September 8— December 15 | 12:00 — 12:45 PM 

Led by musician and educator Hadar Orshalimy, this 45-minute class invites babies, parents and caregivers to explore Hebrew lullabies and melodies through song, movement, and sensory play. Together, families will experience the rhythms of Jewish life, from playful clapping songs to peaceful Shabbat moments.
Register for Little mensches

Meets Wednesdays, September 9— December 16 | 10:15 — 11:15 AM 

Explore helpful parenting skills with Dr. Juliet Cooper and Rabbi Amy Ehrlich, such as negotiating family roles, effective co-parenting, establishing positive and consistent routines, incorporating Jewish ritual into your family life, and finding a healthy balance as a parent. For parents with children ages 12 months and older. 
Register for Toddlers and Twos

Meets Thursdays, September 10— December 17 | Multiple Times Offered

Join Ramblin’ Dan and his Freewheelin’ Band every Thursday for early childhood music the whole family will enjoy! Ramblin’ Dan’s Freewheelin’ Band provides high energy and engaging music classes driven by playful musicality and skillful guitar work.
  • 9:30-10:15 AM: Ages 0-3 Years 
  • 10:30-11:15 AM: Ages Ages 0-3 Years
  • 11:30 AM-12:15 PM: Ages 0-24 Months 
  • 12:30-1:15 PM: Ages 0-12 Months                     
Register for Ramblin' Dan

Spring 2027

Tuesdays, January 5 — May 25 | 10:00 — 10:45 AM

(18 sessions)

Join early childhood specialist and musician Hadar Orshalimy for a lively 45-minute program for babies 12-24 months and their grownups; each week is filled with music, movement, Jewish holidays, a taste of Hebrew, and free time to make friends and connect with other families.

REGISTRATION OPENS SOON

Meets Tuesdays, January 5— May 25 | 12:00 — 12:45 PM

(18 sessions)

Led by musician and educator Hadar Orshalimy, this 45-minute class invites babies, parents and caregivers to explore Hebrew lullabies and melodies through song, movement, and sensory play. Together, families will experience the rhythms of Jewish life, from playful clapping songs to peaceful Shabbat moments.

 

REGISTRATION OPENS SOON

Meets Mondays & Wednesdays, January 4 — May 25 | 9:00 — 10:00 AM

(34 sessions)

Wednesdays Only, January 6 — May 26 | 10:15 — 11:15 AM

(17 sessions)

Explore helpful parenting skills with Dr. Juliet Cooper and Rabbi Amy Ehrlich, such as negotiating family roles, effective co-parenting, establishing positive and consistent routines, incorporating Jewish ritual into your family life, and finding a healthy balance as a parent. For parents with children ages 12 months and older.
 
REGISTRATION OPENS SOON

Meets Thursdays through May 27 | Multiple Times Offered

Join Ramblin’ Dan and his Freewheelin’ Band every Thursday for early childhood music the whole family will enjoy! Ramblin’ Dan’s Freewheelin’ Band provides high energy and engaging music classes driven by playful musicality and skillful guitar work.
  • 9:30-10:15 AM: Ages 0-3 Years
  • 10:30-11:15 AM: Ages Ages 0-3 Years
  • 11:30 AM-12:15 PM: Ages 0-24 Months
  • 12:30-1:15 PM: Ages 0-12 Months
 
REGISTRATION OPENS SOON

Young Families Shabbats

Tot Shabbat | Select Saturdays from 9:00-10:00 AM 
November 14, December 5, January 23, February 6, March 6, April 3, and May 8
Register for Tot Shabbat
Baby Shabbat | Select Fridays from 9:15-9:45 AM
October 23, November 20, December 11, January 15, February 12, March 5, April 2, and May 14
Register for Baby Shabbat

Shabbat for Young Families

An adult helps a baby sit up on a colorful play mat during a family program at Temple Emanu-El, with other families and young children gathered in the background. The baby looks toward the camera while being gently supported.
A young child joyfully reaches for bubbles floating in the air beside the softly glowing Shabbat candles, with a vibrant alphabet play mat in the background at a Temple Emanu-El community gathering.

Baby Shabbat

One Friday per month from 9:15-9:45 AM

 

Celebrate Shabbat with music, blessings and a taste of challah! This is a 30-minute program led by Rabbi Amy Ehrlich and Cantor Sara Anderson. The program is designed for children up to 20 months.

Register

Tot Shabbat

Once a month, alternating Fridays from 4:30 PM-5:30 PM and Saturdays from 9:00-10:00 AM

Created for Pre-K and their families. Join Rabbi Amy Ehrlich and Cantor Sara Anderson to share joyful music and meaningful rituals. Grandparents and other loved ones are welcome! There is no charge for this program.

Register

Upcoming Programs

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