Established in 1979 under the direct guidance of The Lubavitch’s Rebbe,
Chabad Lubavitch of Tidewater is dedicated to increasing the awareness, knowledge,
and observance of Judaism in Chesapeake, Hampton, Norfolk, Portsmouth, Suffolk,
and Virginia Beach by reaching out to all Jews, regardless of age, affiliation, or level
of observance.
Chabad participants experience the joy and celebration, the intimacy and compassion,
the wisdom and knowledge that are inherent in Jewish life and learning.
Chabad of Tidewater responds to both the material and spiritual needs of the Jewish
community through classes, counseling, Shabbat and holiday celebrations, and innovative
programming for children and adults.
• CTeen and CTeen U
• Women’s Rosh Chodesh Society
• JLI - Jewish Learning Institute
• Holiday guides
• Jewish Art Calendar
• Meaningful and uplifting Shabbat and holiday services for youth and adults
• Holiday programming for adults, youth, and families