While this synagogue markets itself as warm and welcoming for all, it was not my experience. As a…read morenewcomer, the focus was only on asking me to visit the restaurant (where I could pay $25 for a pastrami sandwich) and to come to paying events. There was no interest in me, where I came from, what I was there for. Instead, constant emails arrived with my name inserted as if they even knew who I was. I felt patronized and insulted. It feels less like a synagogue and more like a business venture. I will not be returning.

I worked as a graduate student at the Los Alamos National Laboratories back in the 1979-1980 time…read moreframe. The Los Alamos Jewish Center (LAJC) and Temple Beth Shalom in Santa Fe were my spiritual homes during that time. Here's what I remember: Living in G-d's Country - Northern New Mexico The woodsy beauty that surrounded the LAJC building. LAJC served a small community with various levels of observance. And it was great to have all of that under one cooperative roof! Israeli dance nights and social get togethers coordinated by Irwin and Terri Binder. Irwin's parents complementing me on my snappy bent knee during the Aleinu prayer. Me teaching Sunday school and actually running the entire class through a Friday Night service.

I never actually thought to look for Jewish centers on Yelp--what did I know?…read moreAnyway: I happened on Eric's review and just wanted to say my experience of the LAJC community was much the same. I lived in Los Alamos during the 1980s, and my association with LAJC was among the most pleasant parts of my time there. The atmosphere at services, adult education, and Sunday school were all of a piece. People were generous, friendly, helpful, welcoming, and supportive--far more than I ever had the right to expect, and to a degree I'll never be able to reciprocate. Sure, I could name names, but that would just be listing everyone I knew there. If you were there in the '80s, you already know who you are. I also appreciated the role that the physical environment of LAJC played in making it such a positive experience. A lovely building in a lovely Alpine environment.

My friend and I attended the Festival Sefardi at the Nahalat Shalom Synagogue last month and had a…read moreDELIGHTFUL time! Everyone was extremely welcoming and kind, and we felt immediately at ease. The first event we attended was the Shabbat service and vegetarian potluck on Friday evening. The service was almost completely sung, and the cantor (Stephanie Sofie Shefia Cohen) had a lovely voice and spirit. The synagogue is in the middle of a residential area and built in the traditional walled courtyard style, and the service and dinner were in the courtyard. There were lots of lovely flowers, and the evening was beautiful, just the right temperature. It was a full moon night, too. All the dishes served in the potluck dinner were homemade, and they were delicious! My favorites were the dolmas and vegetarian lasagna. Very yummy!! We attended the morning lectures on Saturday, which consisted of two panel discussions. The first was about the Ladino language (which is a derivation of Spanish spoken by Judaic peoples), and the second was about the effect on the language of the diaspora and evictions of Jewish communities from particular countries. We unfortunately could not stay for the afternoon sessions, but again, everyone was lovely and very welcoming to us. It was inspiring to note the high caliber of speakers present at the festival. One of the primary speakers was born in Turkey and came to the US in 1958; she has made it her lifetime mission to promote the Ladino language and Sephardic culture. The other speaker we met traveled all the way from Tucumán, Argentina, where she teaches at the National University. I had a delightful time and learned so much! I am grateful to the Nahalat Shalom Synagogue for providing this annual event, and for their amazing hospitality. Grasias!

This is an extremely limited review of a congregation I've never attended. Being a dad, I've had…read morethe pleasure of watching my kid perform her violin, guitar and voice recitals in these halls over the years, followed by the supreme displeasure of having to sit through every other kid's recital and feign interest. Such are the torments of the average parent. But anyway, the venue is adorable: handmade ornaments and decorations adorn the walls, the setup is truly simple (folding chairs, a very modest stage), good facilities. The people I've met who frequent the services have been friendly and inviting. Shalom, out.

Safe, welcoming place for our family. They've reached out to us about what we're looking for and…read morewhat we need from them, as a place of worship. From the preschool to the volunteer opportunities, it's truly a great place to land.

Absolutely the best. I can't recommend them enough. As a note, we are not Jewish. We are so glad we…read morechose the ECC at Congregation Albert for our child's care. I don't trust anyone else as much as I trust them. Their educational philosophy and care of the kids is absolutely top notch.

The first night of Chanukah was an exceptional night aw we shared in the warmth of the glow of the…read moregiant Menorah and the exceptional Hot Air Balloon Menorah. The Mariachi band was toe taping. The main attraction Tali Yess is a young man with a heart for our Jewish music. For a Sephardic Jew an evening of music to my Ears. The latkes were delicious as well as the cookies. With plenty of drinks, from warm, hot and cold. The gifts given to the children were robotically musical. The $2 bills are the high light. Thank you Rabbi Chaim Schmukler and Chabad Community.

My daughter attended preschool here for over 2 years and we loved it! Great curriculum and great…read morestaff. They really care about the kids. When she first attended she wasn't potty trained and they didn't have a problem with that at all. There was no extra fee for changing diapers. All we had to do was supply them with her own set of diapers and wipes for the month, and they put her name on them. It was a secure facility. Key cards are required to get in. If you forget your card you must buzz the staff to be let in. The school is at a Jewish Synagogue, but it is a non-denominational school. Several Christian and Hindu children attended, as well as children of other faiths, or children from non-religious families. They require the children to eat a vegetarian lunch and snacks while on campus. I thought this was great! It really helped her to expand her diet, and eat healthier foods. Lastly, it is probably the least expensive preschool/daycare in town but you definitely don't get discount service. They are great! They even welcome special needs children.

My daughter has been going to this daycare since she was 2. They are excellent, with affordable…read morerates, small class sizes and educational programming as well as decent before and after care. We will be sorry to have to leave when my kid enters preschool.