Chabad City Gan Preschool

On Friday, May 16, 2025 Light Candles at 7:49 PM
On Saturday, May 17, 2025 Shabbat Ends 8:56 PM

Shabbat Shalom!

“Torah opens our eyes to see endless wisdom in simple stories.”
-Chabad.org

Today is Lag BaOmer—the 33rd day of the Omer and the yahrtzeit of Rabbi Shimon Bar Yochai.
Rabbi Shimon was a great sage who gave us the Zohar, the first book that explores the mystical side of the Torah. Through it, we’re given a glimpse into the soul of the Torah—the depth, the beauty, and the meaning behind even the simplest verses.
He taught us that there’s so much more beneath the surface. That the stories we grew up with hold endless layers of wisdom, if we just take the time to look a little deeper.

Please light Shabbat candles in memory of Chana bat Yehuda Leib and Hadassah bat Schneur Zalman

Model Matzah Bakery THIS Sunday! Fun for the whole family!
RSVP: https://www.chabadlic.com/templates/articlecco_cdo/aid/6828235/jewish/Model-Matzah-Bakery.htm =domain&utm_medium=domain&utm_campaign=jewishlic.com

Tomorrow morning at 10am bring your little ones for bouncy castle and crafts!

Upcoming events happening this week and next week at Chabad!! Excited to see everyone and enjoy good times together as as community family!!

Tip Tuesday:)

🌙✨ *Important Nightly Reminder*

📌 *Note:* The following tip is especially important for parents who, for whatever reason, weren’t able to give their child one-on-one attention before bedtime.

💖 *Always kiss your child goodnight, even if you weren’t home when they went to bed and they’re already asleep.*

*Here’s why:*

1️⃣ They might not actually be asleep. In that case, receiving this dose of your gentle, unconditional love may be just what they need to finally fall asleep peacefully and have a great night’s rest.

2️⃣ Even if they are, they still benefit from your gentle kiss! 😴💤 Rest assured, it registers in their soul, contributing to a more peaceful sleep.

*Bonus Tip:*

📖 Along with the gentle kiss, you may wish to whisper a soft prayer to Hashem 🙏—asking Him to protect them, to continue taking care of them, and to grant you the wisdom, strength, and resources to support them and guide them in the right way.

Join in the Fun!
Pre-Purim Family Hamantash Bake Sign up!!
https://forms.gle/PWawAza4z74qeue4A

https://www.chabadlic.com/templates/articlecco_cdo/aid/2779873/jewish/Children-Youth.htm
This weekend at JCC-Chabad! Open to all, and walk ins welcome!

3 events this weekend for your little ones!
All are welcome to join and walk-ins are welcome!

City Gan Summer Camp schedule is out!!
Reserve a spot for your child today!
www.citygan.com

If you need or want a night out, we got you covered!
Send your child/ren to the Kids PJ Party this Saturday Night for movie, pizza and bouncy castle fun by signing up right here! https://forms.gle/zhr6ZRYuCJTRdUcs8

Looking forward to seeing you TONIGHT!!!! @ 5PM!

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