Picture of the Day
Courtesy of Crown Heights photographer Shmuli Evers, and following yesterday’s picture of the day, we present this mind-bending shot of 770 Eastern Parkway following the recent rain storm.
“Committed More Than Ever”: The Alef In Conversation with Rabbi Yisroel Deren
A powerful conversation with Rabbi Yisroel Deren reveals how the Rebbe fundamentally transformed our understanding of Moshiach from a mere escape from galus to a positive future worth actively pursuing.
Shomrim Updates on “Protest” As the Last Small Groups Disband
A small group of approximately 50 pro-Palestine “protesters” which gathered outside the Barclay’s Center Monday evening have dispersed home after the NYPD refused to allow them to march into Crown Heights.
CGI United Announces Bold Expansion and Inspiring New Leadership for Summer 2025
CGI United, a beloved and transformative summer experience for Jewish girls, is proud to announce a dynamic new chapter as it prepares for an extraordinary Summer 2025.
Baby Boy!
Yermi and Daniella Liam (nee Pohlman) Kurkus from Lake Lure, NC had a baby boy!
Vaad Hakohol Releases Important Community Notice: Guidelines Regarding Today’s Protest
Following the planned protest scheduled for today, as well as the protests and footage from last week, the Vaad Hakohol has reached out to the Central Yeshiva at 770 and the United Talmidei Hakvutza, requesting that they issue an announcement with guidelines for the students.
Lamternshtik Leads Historic Mivtza Matzah in Sheepshead Bay, Empowering Crown Heights Residents with the Rebbe’s Shlichus
As the joyous festival of Pesach approached, a quiet revolution was underway in Sheepshead Bay—a project that combined deep organization, heartfelt inspiration, and the Rebbe’s vision, with powerful results.
Op-Ed: WHERE ARE YOU?? Jewish Crown Heights Is Under Attack — and Our Leaders Have Betrayed Us With Their Silence
For the second time in one week, violent agitators are planning to march into Crown Heights, waving the flags of terror and intimidation, aiming to bring fear to a peaceful Jewish neighborhood. Our community is under siege, and the silence from our leaders is not just disappointing — it is a betrayal.
NYC’s Expanded Crackdown On Bus Lane Violations Begins
A 60-day warning period starts on Monday for drivers who block bus stops or improperly use bus lanes. People will receive warning notices in the mail before they’re hit with summonses, which start at $50 and go up to $250 for repeat offenders, according to the MTA.
Event To Commemorate The First Yartzeit of Yehuda Leib Greenwald OBM
The community is invited to join the Greenwald family for an event commemorating the first Yartzeit of Yehuda Leib Greenwald OBM. The event will take place on Thursday, May 1st, 8:00pm at Beis Avraham Aaron 1349 President Street Lower Level.
Picture of the Day
Courtesy of Crown Heights photographer Shmuli Evers, we present this stunning shot of 770 Eastern Parkway following the recent rain storm.
Machon Taharas Habayis Launches New Series
With almost 100 attendees in person and over 400 online, last night the first Shiur in a six-week refresher on Hilchos Taharah was launched.
NYC Mayor Releases Statement on Thursday Night’s “Protest”, Gets Torched Online For Siding With The Instigators
New York City Mayor Eric Adams stepped into the quagmire that is the Crown Heights “protest” this past Thursday night with what he must have thought was a politically correct statement, calling victims of the “protest” to come forward, so justice could be served. Instead of a welcome, he got absolutely torched online.
New Engagement!
Levi Kalmenson (Crown Heights) to Chanale Baitch (Crown Heights) L’Chaim: Monday, April 28th, 8:00pm at Anshei Lubavitch 578 Albany Ave
New Engagement!
Zevi Jacobson (De Moines, IA) to Ita Gurevitch (Crown Heights) L’Chaim: Monday, April 28th, 8:00pm at the JCM
Public Notice from the Vaad Hakohol – Crown Heights Jewish Community Council
The Vaad Hakohol of Crown Heights has released a statement on the planned protest coming to the Crown Heights area.
New Pro-Palestine Demonstration Scheduled For Monday Likely To March Towards Crown Heights
A “do-over” from Thursday night might be coming to Crown Heights with the planning of a pro-Palestine demonstration likely to march towards our community.
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