<p>"If Chabad interests you, are you sure you aren’t headed in an Orthodox direction? "</p>
<p>there are lots of C jews (not so man R) who use Chabad as an additional resource, without wanting to become Chabad, or even O.</p>
<p>Sure - it was just a question :-). This R has even attended events at Chabad.</p>
<p>Batoven, as to Charlottesville having a Chabad house – Chabad has houses EVERYWHERE. It’s really amazing what they do and the lengths they go to. I have limited exposure but have always found them warm and welcoming regardless of one’s level of knowledge or observance.</p>