Frequently Asked Questions
FAQ
What are JCrafts’ hours of operation?
JCrafts is open to the public on Sundays, federal holidays, and during the week over the summer season. JCrafts is available to conduct workshops for private group events throughout the week, please click here for more details. For birthday parties, Bar/Bat Mitzvah parties, and other private events, please click here!
Where are you located?
JCrafts is located at 14803 D Southlawn Ln (to the side of Dunkin Donuts) Rockville, MD 20850 at the intersection of Gude and Southlawn. Simply enter “JCrafts” into your Google Maps or Waze to be directed to our center. For helpful direction tips, click here.
Do bookings need to be made in advance?
Bookings need to be made in advance. Click here to make your reservation!
Do schools or groups need to book in advance?
Schools or groups need to book in advance. Please click here to make your group reservation.
Where can I find the schedule?
Click here to check availability and to make a reservation.
How long is each workshop?
The duration of the JCrafts workshops is anywhere from 60-90 minutes.
How much are tickets?
To view ticket prices, please click here.
What ages are recommended for JCrafts workshops?
Workshops are designed for children and adults, and there are separate workshops catering to each age group. Click here to view the current schedule.
Is there a fee for toddlers?
There is no charge for children ages 0-2.
Is JCrafts a safe environment?
Your children will be safe at JCrafts, there are no dangerous machines or elements that pose a hazard.
Is there parking available?
Yes, there is plenty of parking lot outside the facility.
Who is your target audience?
ALL chocolate lovers!
Individuals seeking to discover the art of making chocolate.
Wanna-be chocolatiers looking to create professional chocolate truffles.
Last but not least, folks seeking an education in the world of Kosher, and the history of Jews and chocolate.
Where can I read more about the workshops?
Click here to be directed to the Workshop Portfolio page.
What is the goal of JCrafts’ workshops?
JCrafts seeks to bring mitzvot to life through innovative and hands-on workshops, and infuse century-old festivals and customs with excitement and meaning. Visit the Workshop Portfolio to discover the goal of each particular series.
Is the Kosher Chocolate Factory nut-free?
The vast majority of products used at JCrafts do not contain nuts as an ingredient. In the event that a nut-ingredient product is used, the audience will be informed ahead of time. Some products are manufactured using the same equipment as nuts.
What is the Kosher certification for Chocolate Series workshops?
The ‘Bean-to-Bar’ workshop is Pareve, and the products used in this track are under the OK Kosher certification. Items used in truffle-making workshop are mostly dairy. The chocolate and fillings are Chalav Yisrael. The chocolate itself is Badatz Yerushalayim, and the fillings are under (Rabbi B'tzalel) Klein and the likes. All product packaging is stored on-site and may be viewed upon request.
Do I get to take anything home at the Kosher Chocolate Factory?
YES! An overflowing box of mouth-watering chocolates!
