BDE: Reb Menachem Mendel Gopin, 76, OBM
With great sadness we report the passing of Reb Menachem Mendel Gopin OBM, an chossid from Kfar Chabad and member of its founding generation.
INBOX: There’s This Phenomenon; We Can’t Help It, But It’s True
The following poem was written by Aidel Klein, a 12th-grade Bais Rivka student. The message, written in the moment, captures the rollercoaster of emotions following the Bondi Beach Terror attack.
JEM: How to Build a Strong, Lasting Marriage
Drawing from stories of people who received the Rebbe’s guidance on beginning and sustaining a marriage, we explore timeless principles for building a strong, enduring bond.
The Menorah That Warms the Frozen City
In Tomsk, Siberia, Rabbi Levi Kaminetzky – the city’s Chief Rabbi and Chabad emissary -planned, as he does every year, to erect a beautiful large menorah made of ice for Chanukah. But this time, the extreme cold brought all preparations to a halt.
Video of the Day
Rabbi Yoram Ulman, the Head of the Sydney Beth Din and Shliach of Chabad Bondi, speaks at Shacharis the morning after the Bondi Beach massacre. Rabbi Ulman’s son-in-law Rabbi Eli Schlanger HY’D and several other Jewish people were killed.
Fighting Darkness with Light
As previously announced, Crown Heights families have the opportunity to join a Car Menorah Parade on any night of Chanukah that works best for their schedule. We encourage everyone to sign up as soon as possible while Menorahs are still available.
HY’D: Reuven Morrison, Member of the Chabad Kehillah, Names As Victim In Bondi Beach Attack
Another victim of the Bondi Beach terror attack has been publicly identified. Reuven Morrison HY’D, a philanthropist and member of the Chabad community, as well as a beloved husband and father.
HY’D: Second Chabad Shliach Succumbs To His Wounds After Bondi Beach Terror Attack
It is with great sadness that CrownHeights.info reports the passing of Rabbi Yaakov Levitan HY’D, a second Shliach who has since passed after succumbing to his wounds from the Bondi Beach terror attack.
CHJCC Chanukah Campaign Eight Nights. Eight Leaders. One Community.
This Chanukah, the CHJCC launches a new initiative celebrating the individuals whose quiet leadership and unwavering dedication have shaped Crown Heights. Each night, we will honor one community leader, past or present, whose work, values, and compassion continue to illuminate our neighborhood.
TONIGHT: First Night of Chanukah כאיש אחד בלב אחד
In light of recent events, all Crown Heights Yeshivos and schools have come together to create a true Kiddush Hashem and to honor the Shluchim and families affected by this tragedy.
LIVE at 5:00PM: “Menorah In The D” Event Taking Place LIVE In Detroit
Live at 5:00pm: Live broadcast of the 15th annual Menorah lighting ceremony in downtown Detroit, “Menorah in the D.” Featuring a full and exciting program to enhance your Chanukah.
LIVE at 3:00PM: National Menorah Lighting in Washington D.C.
Join the live broadcast of the lighting ceremony of the National Chanukah Menorah located on the Ellipse at the White House in Washington D.C.
Chabad Lubavitch Headquarters Releases Statement on Bondi Beach Attack and Shliach’s Murder
“We grieve for the families whose loved ones were murdered, among them Chabad emissary Rabbi Elie Schlanger, who led the Chanukah celebration with the people of Bondi Beach.”
Chanukah Live at 2:00PM: Paris – Jerusalem – New York (2025)
Live satellite link-up of menorah lightings in three major cities on three continents. This French program is based out of Paris, and will hook-up with menorah lightings in Israel and New York.
Rabbi Lazar: Forces of Darkness Appeared on the Festival of Light — and The World Must Stop Them
Central public menorah-lighting near Red Square in Moscow canceled after Bondi Beach attack, internal events held in all Chabad houses across Moscow.
Alternate Side Parking Suspended Monday For Snow Operations
The Adams administration today announced that Alternate Side Parking Regulations will be suspended tomorrow Monday, December 15, 2025, to facilitate snow operations.
Chai Lifeline Providing Support to Bondi Beach Following Terror Attack
Chai Lifeline’s Crisis Team has been working throughout the night with members of the local community and is available to provide ongoing support and guidance to all Chabad shluchim.
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