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An Inclusive People | A Living Tree
 

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OLAMOT: Jewish Wellness Festival
Sunday, May 31, 2026 | 1:00-6:00pm
Temple Shalom in Chevy Chase, MD

Join Am Kolel for OLAMOT: A Jewish Wellness Festival—an afternoon of exploration, connection, and renewal. Named for the Hebrew word for “worlds,” OLAMOT brings together ancient Jewish wisdom and modern practices for holistic well-being. Choose from a variety of sessions, including meditation, movement, healing arts, and mindful living. Whether you’re new or experienced, OLAMOT welcomes you to engage with wellness through a uniquely Jewish perspective. Click below to register and choose your workshops.

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Looking for a Secure Future for Israel?

Want to help, but are feeling confused? Visit: https://www.amkolel.org/peacebuilders

 
 

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Am Kolel is a welcoming and diverse Jewish Renewal community located in Montgomery County, Maryland and serving the Greater Washington, D.C. metro area. Shabbat services start at 10am and are normally held in Rockville, MD and online.

Founded in 1990 by Rabbi David Shneyer in response to requests for a more personal and responsive Judaism, Am Kolel is devoted to the revitalization of the Jewish heritage and the Jewish community, seeking to discover and rediscover a Judaism that is spiritually and socially meaningful.

 
 
 
 
 
 
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A Few Words From Reb David

Join the Am Kolel family and you will find a vibrant spiritual home and a diverse, multi-generational congregation. We are a place of community and friendship. We believe in inspiration through prayer, lifelong learning and the importance of each and every individual. Call Am Kolel or click here to learn more about joining us.