Weekly Letter: Advice to Benefit the World and Contribute to Peace
The Rebbe gives advice to one who is concerned about the state of the world in general and in this country in particular – advice to benefit the world and contribute to peace.
US Debt Crosses $40Trillion After Doubling Under Trump, Biden — Sparking New Warnings of Fiscal Crisis
Total US debt has topped $40 trillion for the first time, the Treasury Department said Wednesday, drawing fresh warnings that a fiscal crisis is brewing as ballooning costs for social safety-net programs and interest payments far outstrip revenues held back by tax cuts.
Picture of the Day
Courtesy of Photographer Tzvi Levenhartz, we present the annual group photo from Kevutza 5786.
36 Mechanchim Reflect on a Transformative Experience
Led by veteran mechanech and trainer Rabbi Michel Rotenberg, the Gold Star course combines practical skills with a fundamental shift in the way teachers view themselves and their classrooms.
Grand Opening of Lubavitcher Yeshiva Mesivta
The move marks a true “Machzir Atarah l’Yoshnah” returning the historic Yeshiva building to its former glory, while bringing it to an entirely new level, befitting the growth and continued expansion of Tomchei Temimim.
Hundreds of Women Attend Gala Dinner of “Adi Ad – L’Chaim U’Livracha” in Kfar Chabad
Hundreds of women attended a gala dinner held Monday evening in Kfar Chabad, organized by “Adi Ad – L’Chaim U’Livracha” under the theme “Kol Kallah.”
Picture of the Day
On the corner of the NYPD’s 71st Precinct in Crown Heights, a new feature has been erected: a traffic camera looking westbound on Empire Blvd. Driver Beware.
Weather Alert Issued For NYC As Heavy Rain and Thunderstorms Threaten Thursday
Scattered showers are expected to begin late Thursday morning, with the bulk of the widespread showers and embedded thunderstorms expected between approximately 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. The heaviest rainfall is currently expected between 5 p.m. and 8 p.m., which could affect the evening commute.
Baby Boy!
Chaim and Devorah Leah Pil from Crown Heights had a baby boy!
125 East 55th Street: What We Know and What It Means for Crown Heights
There has been considerable discussion about reports of a proposed 120 bed homeless shelter at 125 East 55th Street. CHJCC has been looking into it, speaking with City officials and trying to better understand both this proposal and how the process works.
Why Do We Place Stones On A Matzeiva?
What is the source and reason of the Jewish people placing a stone on a matzeiva (headstone) and is this a Chabad custom?
Yeshiva Begins at YTTL Queens
Chief Rabbi of Be’er Sheva, and Av of Batei Hadin in Be’er Sheva Rabbi Avrohom Deri, inspired the Bochurim to Limud Hatorah with a Koch and Geshmak, with a fire and zest.
First Crown Heights Cheder to Open This Year Welcomes Students On the 4th of Elul
In accordance with the Rebbe’s clear directive, Ohr Menachem of Crown Heights holds its their first day of cheder on 4 Elul. Following the joint ‘Prep & Training day’ on 3 Elul, teachers put the learning into practice the very next day, even as many camps are still in session.
After 44 Years: Remains of Missing IDF Soldier Yehuda Katz HY’D Located
IDF representatives have notified the family of Yehuda Katz that remains belonging to the fallen soldier have been located.
New Engagement!
Rafi Horowitz (Coral Springs, FL) to Nicole Sender (Toronto, Canada) L’Chaim: Thursday, August 27th, 7:30pm at Chabad of Parkland 7170 Loxahatchee Rd. Parkland, FL
Woman Fatally Stabbed During Dispute in Crown Heights Park
A woman was stabbed to death during a dispute inside a Brooklyn park early Tuesday, according to police.
Chabad of Folsom Breaks Ground on New 23,000-Square-Foot Jewish Community Center
The new center will serve Folsom, El Dorado Hills and the surrounding region, and will include a shul, social hall, classrooms, youth spaces, CTeen lounge, mikvah, offices and additional community spaces.
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