BDE: Mrs. Pesya Chana Merkel, OBM
With great sadness we report the passing of Mrs. Pesya Chana (Henna) Merkel OBM, a young wife and mother living in Crown Heights. She passed away on the Tuesday, 12th of Elul
Over 1,100 Talmidim Start the New Shnas Halimudim at Cheder and Mechina Oholei Torah
Cheder Oholei Torah warmly welcomed talmidim in grades 1 through 7 for a year of growth in Torah, Yiras Shamayim, and Chassidishe chinuch. The talmidim entered their classrooms with excitement, reconnecting with friends and meeting the devoted Rebbeim who will guide and inspire them throughout the year.
Built in Just Six Months, Lubavitcher Yeshiva Welcomes Talmidim to Two New Floors
Just six months ago, construction began at Lubavitcher Yeshiva to add two additional floors to the Yeshiva. Today, just six months later, those floors are complete and ready to welcome the talmidim as they begin the new Shnas Halimudim in beautiful new classrooms.
How Cheap and Easy Can A L’Chaim Be?
Between the hall, the caterer, the musician, the photographer — and the list goes on — you can expect to shell out thousands of dollars toward the special occasion. It’s all in service of a mitzvah, but the numbers in your head can still be staggering. It doesn’t have to be this way.
SCAM ALERT: Car Fix Scam Targets Unwary Drivers In Crown Heights
Crown Heights Shomrim has released a Scam Alert for the Crown Heights community as a “Car Dent Fix” Scam returns to the Shchuna.
Banquet Keynote: Rabbi Benjy Korf on the Ikar of Chinuch
Ahead of the new school year, a throwback to the Kinus HaMechanchim keynote address by Rabbi Benjy Korf, Head of School at Lubavitch Educational Center in Miami, Florida, who focused on the theme of raising פרומע, ערליכע, ווארעמע, חסידישע אידן.
25 Years Later: Deitsch Tradition Continues
The community, Rabbi Kalmenson said, has grown exponentially over the past two decades, with more shuls and more organizations. “It is a dream that Dovid wanted,” he said, “and is now being fulfilled by his children and grandchildren.”
New Shluchim Set to Establish Chabad Presence in West Philadelphia
West Philadelphia is witnessing a renewed chapter in Jewish life as a new Chabad Shlichus is being launched by Rabbi Mendel and Mushka Dubrowski to serve the growing Jewish community in the area.
A New Sefer Torah Welcomed at Montecito Chabad in Celebration of Jewish Pride and Community
History was made in Montecito on Sunday, August 9th, as approximately 150 people gathered for a joyous Hachnasat Sefer Torah—welcoming a newly dedicated Torah scroll to Chabad of Montecito.
Op-Ed: But How Can I Listen to Them?
One of the tremendous Berachos we have today is accessibility. There are so many incredible podcasts and interviews being produced today by some of the best people around the world. But I keep coming back to one simple question: How can I listen to them?
Through Tragedy and Celebration, Chabad of Bowie Is There
Chabad of Bowie is currently under contract to purchase a property that will become a permanent home for Jewish life in Bowie: a place where more Jews can participate in a mitzvah, daven, learn Torah, celebrate a holiday, bring their children to Hebrew School, or simply discover a Jewish community they may not have known was waiting for them.
Mesivta Oholei Torah Welcomes 225 Talmidim for a New Shnas Halimudim
The halls of Mesivta Oholei Torah are once again filled with the vibrant sound of Torah as 225 talmidim begin a new Shnas Halimudim at the Greenwald Campus on Remsen Avenue, making it the largest Lubavitch Mesivta in North America.
CHJCC Launches Small Home Repair Initiative for Crown Heights Residents
The Crown Heights Jewish Community Council is launching a new Small Home Repair Initiative to help Crown Heights residents with small but important jobs around the house.
Chaim V’Chessed: Foreign Passport Rule Extended and Branch Closures This Week
Good news for Israelis who hold dual citizenship: the Population and Immigration Authority has extended the temporary arrangement allowing Israeli citizens to enter and leave Israel using a valid foreign passport through December 31, 2026.
Netanyahu Reveals that Iran Tried to Assassinate One of His Children
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu revealed this evening (Monday) that Iran has attempted to assassinate one of his children. The information was previously prohibited from being published.
New Engagement!
Shmuli Cunin (Los Angeles, CA) to Musi Krichevsky (Russia) L’Chaim: Tonight, Monday, 8:00pm at Lubavitcher Yeshiva Crown Street
New Engagement!
Shmuli Marozov (Cleveland, OH) to Richa Marasow (Paris, France) L’Chaim: Thursday, August 27th, details to follow
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