BDE: Mrs. Shifra Stone, 80 OBM
With great sadness we report the passing of Mrs. Shifra Stone OBM, a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and educator. She passed away suddenly on Sunday, the 3rd of Elul, 5786.
Picture of the Day
In preparation for Simchas Beis Hashoevah, the organizers, the Badatz, CH Askonim, and NYPD representatives met to plan and discuss several initiatives to elevate the kedusha and authentic Chassidishe Simchas Beis Hashoevah atmosphere.
Weather Alert Issued For Potential Heavy Rain Sunday Night Into Monday
According to the National Weather Service, most of Sunday is expected to remain dry before showers move into the region this evening. Initial rainfall is expected to be primarily light to moderate, although an isolated thunderstorm or heavy downpour is possible.
History in Moldova: New Chief Rabbi Formally Inaugurated
In a historic ceremony attended by Israel’s Chief Rabbi, Rabbi Kalman Ber, senior rabbis, Jewish community leaders and guests from several countries, Chabad emissary Rabbi Menachem Mendel Axelrod was formally inaugurated as Chief Rabbi of Moldova.
From Notorious Drug House to New Development: 704 Lefferts Avenue Set for Major Transformation
Building permits have been filed for a new six-story mixed-use development at 704 Lefferts Avenue, between Troy Avenue and Albany Avenue. The proposed building will rise approximately 75 feet and contain nearly 9,500 square feet of space, including five large residential units and community-facility space.
The Price of Their Advice
He turned to one of the wealthy men and asked if he was supported by the communal fund. The man told the Rogatchover that, thank G-d, he was not in need of support from the community: “I have enough of my own.” The Rogatchover continued to ask the same question of each of the wealthy men, and they all responded the same way.
INBOX: ADD – Attention Davening Disorder, A Lighthearted View of A Serious Problem
A Patient’s Guide to Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment.
(From left to right) American Airlines Senior Vice President Steve Neuman, LAX Managing Director Radney Robertson, Mohamad Najjar, Zak Rakrouki, and CEO Robert Ison.
American Airlines Honored For Compassion Shown Ahead of Slain Bondi Rabbi’s Funeral
Airport headlines rarely make for feel-good stories. You don’t have to look far to find horror stories about flight delays, canceled connections, and overbooked planes. Social media is regularly flooded with viral videos of snaking lines, rude gate agents, frustrated passengers.
Chabad History With Rabbi Dalfin – R’ Aron Dalfin: The Rebbe’s Advice For Stomach Issues, R’ Hodakov
Rabbi Chaim Dalfin, author and Chasidic historian shares interesting facts, many revealed for the first time. The purpose of his program is to inspire all but especially the youth. Watch another installment here on CrownHeights.info.
Yeshivas Kayitz Gan Menachem Concludes an Incredible Summer With a Remarkable 12 Perakim Tanya Baal Peh Achievement
The banquet featured favorite niggunim, spirited dancing, stories, a recap of the summer, raffles, food, and special recognition of the staff who dedicated themselves to making the summer a success.
Baby Girl!
Schneur and Mussie Deren from Crown Heights had a baby girl!
Weekly Story: Discover The Treasures
In the first part of tomorrow’s (the 2nd day of Elul’s) Hayom Yom, the Rebbe writes: The Jewish people are called: “a cherished land” for they possess many precious qualities, [including] their love of Hashem, and their fear of Him, as well as their outstanding character traits. [But like treasures that are buried in the earth,] the revelation of these positive qualities depend solely upon the person who evokes them.
European Seminar in Paris Marks 50 Years of Jewish Learning and Community
We present a gallery of photos from the European Seminar in Paris, an annual program that has been operating for 50 years under the auspices of Beit Lubavitch in Paris, headed by Rabbi Mendy Azimov.
Weekly Dvar Torah: Looking for the Inside
In this week’s Dvar Torah, Rabbi Katzman picks apart an old custom, that of saying a few parts of Tehillim each day during the month of Elul. What makes such a small custom so special?
Aliba D’Hilchasa: New Smicha Course with Rabbi Yusewitz
LiveHalacha.com is now launching a New English language Smicha Track with Rabbi Mendel Yusewitz.
New Engagement!
Bentzi Wolowik (Woodmere, NY) to Rivka Meijers (Crown Heights) L’Chaim: Sunday, August 16th, 8:00pm at Ulam Chana
Weekly Letter: The Symbolic significance of the Key
In our parsha regarding the obligation to appoint public servants – judges and police, we share a letter of the Rebbe to the newly elected mayor of an American city. In it, the Rebbe thanks the mayor for the honor of presenting him with the Key of the City and explains the responsibilities that come with it and the symbolic significance of the Key. The Rebbe gives the mayor his blessings and reminds him of his duty as mayor – to benefit all the citizens of the city, to each and every segment of the city, including the Jewish community.
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