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Today, Sunday, Isru Chag there will be in depth study and discussion about the meaning and Halachos Surrounding Yiddishe Dress at the Lubaitcher Yeshiva on Crown St. There will be two sessions for married men and women starting at 11am. One by Rabbi Nissen Mangel and another by Rabbi MM Gluckowsky. Then at 2:30pm there will be two sessions for married women and post-seminary girls. One by Mrs R Slonim and another by Mrs S Morosow at 4pm.

The Yiddishe Look – A Day of Study and Discussion

Today, Sunday, Isru Chag there will be in depth study and discussion about the meaning and Halachos Surrounding Yiddishe Dress at the Lubaitcher Yeshiva on Crown St. There will be two sessions for married men and women starting at 11am. One by Rabbi Nissen Mangel and another by Rabbi MM Gluckowsky. Then at 2:30pm there will be two sessions for married women and post-seminary girls. One by Mrs R Slonim and another by Mrs S Morosow at 4pm.

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New Engagement!

Mendy Wolff (Yerucham, EY) to Chaya Wolf (Chicago, IL)
Baby Boy!

Mendel and Shayna (nee Perl) Konikov from Kingston, PA had a baby boy!
New Engagement!

Zalman Niassof (Crown Heights) Chanie Shapiro (Chicago, IL)
New Engagement!

Mendel Lustig (New Haven, CT) to Basie Zalmanov (Queens, NY) L’Chaim: Tonight, Thursday, 8:30pm at Lubavitcher Yeshiva Crown Street
New Engagement!

Aryeh Wuensch (Crown Heights) to Rochele Liberow (Barranquilla, Colombia) L’Chaim: Tonight, Thursday, 8:00pm at La Sala 1345 President St
Baby Girl!

Sholom Ber and Simi Stiefel from Arcadia, CA had a baby girl!
New Engagement!

Lippy Baumgarten (Rockaway, NJ) to Chana Rivkin (New Orleans, LA)
New Engagement!

Meir Levy (Crown Heights) to Rashi Rubashkin (Crown Heights) L’Chaim: Wednesday, April 15th, 8:00pm at 1349 President Street
New Engagement!

Menachem Mendel Hecht (Stores, CT) to Aidela Zirkind (Toronto, Canada)
Baby Girl!

Tuvya and Shaina (nee Goldstein) Gewirtz from Crown Heights had a baby girl!

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Baby Boy!

R’ Dovber and Lulu (nee Kievman) Koncepolski from Irvine, CA had a baby boy!
New Engagement!

Dov Werner (Five Towns, NY) to Mushka Miriam Weingarten (Kingston, PA)
New Engagement!

Shmuli Dalfin (North Bay Village, FL) to Chayle Groner (Calgary, Canada)
New Engagement!

Chaya Saacks (Crown Heights) to Shmuli Brecher (Boro Park)
New Engagement!

Mendel Goodman (Manchester UK) to Maayan Ochman (Buenos Aires, Argentina)
New Engagement!

Shaya Lipsh (Brooklyn, NY) to Devori Golomb (London, UK) L’Chaim: Tonight, Thursday, 8:00pm at Ulam Chana
New Engagement!

Motty Segall (Miami, FL) to Bryna Etel Kosofsky (Longmeadow, MA)
By Lee Chottiner for the PittChron
PITTSBURGH, PA — William C. “Billy” Rudolph is making some history.

His recent election to be the next chairman of the United Jewish Federation of Pittsburgh makes him the first Lubavitch Jew to hold that position, and, quite possibly, the first to hold it at any North American Jewish federation.

To Rudolph, who sees his new job partly as a community bridge builder, his selection is hardly an insignificant fact.

“I’m very proud of it,” he told The Chronicle. “It shows a real sensitivity at the federation that 10 years ago would not be the case. I think it’s true progress.

“I really see myself as someone who’s always been involved, in the years I’ve been in the community,” he continued. “I’ve been concerned and active in building bridges, and that will definitely be one of my responsibilities in this position. That’s one thing I bring to this table; another thing is I love this community.”

Lubavitcher Makes History – First Chairman of the UJF

By Lee Chottiner for the PittChron

PITTSBURGH, PA — William C. “Billy” Rudolph is making some history.

His recent election to be the next chairman of the United Jewish Federation of Pittsburgh makes him the first Lubavitch Jew to hold that position, and, quite possibly, the first to hold it at any North American Jewish federation.

To Rudolph, who sees his new job partly as a community bridge builder, his selection is hardly an insignificant fact.

“I’m very proud of it,” he told The Chronicle. “It shows a real sensitivity at the federation that 10 years ago would not be the case. I think it’s true progress.

“I really see myself as someone who’s always been involved, in the years I’ve been in the community,” he continued. “I’ve been concerned and active in building bridges, and that will definitely be one of my responsibilities in this position. That’s one thing I bring to this table; another thing is I love this community.”

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With sadness we inform you of the untimely passing of Mrs. Gail (nee Blum) Weisbrot of Kensington.

She is survived by her husband, Artie, her children: Malka Esther, Binyomim, Shaina, and siblings: Mrs. Mirel Lavi (Be'er Sheva, Israel), Mrs. Rose Cohen (Flatbush), Mrs. Bina Lapides (Montreal), R Zalkind Blum (Brighton Beach).

The Levaya will be on Monday, June 1st, the 9 Sivan at 9:00 am at Shomrei Hadas and will pass 770 at 10:15am.

Boruch Dayan Emes

Boruch Dayan Emes – Mrs Gail Weisbrot

With sadness we inform you of the untimely passing of Mrs. Gail (nee Blum) Weisbrot of Kensington.

She is survived by her husband, Artie, her children: Malka Esther, Binyomim, Shaina, and siblings: Mrs. Mirel Lavi (Be’er Sheva, Israel), Mrs. Rose Cohen (Flatbush), Mrs. Bina Lapides (Montreal), R Zalkind Blum (Brighton Beach).

The Levaya will be on Monday, June 1st, the 9 Sivan at 9:00 am at Shomrei Hadas and will pass 770 at 10:15am.

Boruch Dayan Emes

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NEW YORK, NY [May 29 AP] — A plainclothes policeman who drew his gun while chasing someone he had found rummaging through his car was shot and killed by a fellow officer who was driving by and saw the pursuit, the police commissioner said.

Commissioner Raymond Kelly said 25-year-old Omar J. Edwards died after being shot late Thursday within blocks of the Harlem police station where he worked.

Video – White Cop Shoots and Kills Off-Duty Black Cop

NEW YORK, NY [May 29 AP] — A plainclothes policeman who drew his gun while chasing someone he had found rummaging through his car was shot and killed by a fellow officer who was driving by and saw the pursuit, the police commissioner said.

Commissioner Raymond Kelly said 25-year-old Omar J. Edwards died after being shot late Thursday within blocks of the Harlem police station where he worked.

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Audio interview and slideshow.

The New York Times features Rabbi Peretz Chein, Shliach to Brandeis University. He is being profiled in a series on people who run marathons. The Shliach decideded to run his first marathon two years ago.

Shliach Featured on NY Times – Running Voices

Audio interview and slideshow.

The New York Times features Rabbi Peretz Chein, Shliach to Brandeis University. He is being profiled in a series on people who run marathons. The Shliach decideded to run his first marathon two years ago.

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Hollywood Violated Chabad Settlement, Lawyer Contends

By Breanne Gilpatrick for the Miami Herald

HOLLYWOOD, FL — In a new twist to a Hollywood legal battle many thought was over, the attorney who represented an orthodox Jewish synagogue in its feud with the city is alleging the city violated the settlement — causing problems for yet another religious institution.

Fort Lauderdale attorney Franklin Zemel, who represented Hollywood Community Synagogue Chabad Lubavitch in the five-year legal battle, filed a motion in federal court Friday on behalf of another Hollywood house of worship that aims to open just blocks from City Hall.

The lawyer wants Hollywood officials to explain why they should not be held in contempt of court for violating the settlement agreement reached with Chabad Lubavitch in 2006.

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With sadness we inform you of the passing of Mrs. Lillian Novick of Flatbush on Friday night.

She is survived by daughters Roz Sherman (Stamford, CT) and Miriam Sherr (Crown Heights), and her sons Shmuel Novick (Bala Cynwyd, PA) and Mel Novick (Maplewood, NJ).

The Levaya will take place Sunday, 2:00 pm at the Beth David Cemetery in Queens, in the children of Elk Jacob chelkah.

Boruch Dayan Haemes

Boruch Dayan Emes – Mrs Lillian Novick OBM

With sadness we inform you of the passing of Mrs. Lillian Novick of Flatbush on Friday night.

She is survived by daughters Roz Sherman (Stamford, CT) and Miriam Sherr (Crown Heights), and her sons Shmuel Novick (Bala Cynwyd, PA) and Mel Novick (Maplewood, NJ).

The Levaya will take place Sunday, 2:00 pm at the Beth David Cemetery in Queens, in the children of Elk Jacob chelkah.

Boruch Dayan Haemes

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Young Boy Struck Running Across Street

CROWN HEIGHTS [CHI] — Thursday, Erev Shevuos, a young boy was struck by a car on the corner of Kingston Ave and Crown St. The boy who was running across the street and could not stop on time. He slid under the middle of the car and was run over by the back tire.

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As Gimmel Tammuz is rapidly approaching, 4,000 Talmidim in the Rebbe's Yeshivos around the world, will be uniting in an intense study cycle of Sichos and Maamorim to strengthen their connection to the Rebbe in preparation for the day, with the hope that very soon we will be reunited with the Rebbe leading us to the Geulah Shleimah.

This year the study is devoted to Horo’os of the Rebbe from which Bochurim, besides their study, can apply it with an Hachlota in their day to day lives. The topics will be the Takana of Limud Harambam, Asei licho Rav and Inyonei Geulah Umoshiach.

Collective Hachana to Gimel Tammuz

As Gimmel Tammuz is rapidly approaching, 4,000 Talmidim in the Rebbe’s Yeshivos around the world, will be uniting in an intense study cycle of Sichos and Maamorim to strengthen their connection to the Rebbe in preparation for the day, with the hope that very soon we will be reunited with the Rebbe leading us to the Geulah Shleimah.

This year the study is devoted to Horo’os of the Rebbe from which Bochurim, besides their study, can apply it with an Hachlota in their day to day lives. The topics will be the Takana of Limud Harambam, Asei licho Rav and Inyonei Geulah Umoshiach.

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PERM, Russia [FJC] — Since October 2006, the Jewish community of Perm established the “Ohr Shalom” program to honor the memory of Shalom Davidovich Krepak. The objective of this program is to aid Jews who suffer from diabetes and are in need of financial assistance.

This humanitarian program is made possible thanks to the generous sponsorship of Leonid Krepak, the son of Shalom Krepak. Since this initiative got underway, Leonid Krepak has been an enthusiastic supporter of the local community by rendering assistance to the community on several fronts. He continues to provide funds for the purchase of food, medication, and specialized medical equipment. This aid offers a feeling of security to beneficiaries of the Ohr Shalom program.

Ohr Shalom Benefits Diabetic Jews in Perm

PERM, Russia [FJC] — Since October 2006, the Jewish community of Perm established the “Ohr Shalom” program to honor the memory of Shalom Davidovich Krepak. The objective of this program is to aid Jews who suffer from diabetes and are in need of financial assistance.

This humanitarian program is made possible thanks to the generous sponsorship of Leonid Krepak, the son of Shalom Krepak. Since this initiative got underway, Leonid Krepak has been an enthusiastic supporter of the local community by rendering assistance to the community on several fronts. He continues to provide funds for the purchase of food, medication, and specialized medical equipment. This aid offers a feeling of security to beneficiaries of the Ohr Shalom program.

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New York University professor Lawrence H. Schiffman addresses the Beis Menachem Community Centre in Manchester, England.

Few if any archaeological finds in the past century have elicited the interest or controversy that has surrounded the Dead Sea Scrolls. With that in mind, Jewish residents of Manchester, England, sat down to learn more about the scrolls, and what they can and cannot tell researchers, from one of the world’s leading scholars on the topic, New York University professor Lawrence H. Schiffman.

English Community Prepares for Holiday With Dead Sea Scrolls Lecture

By Chana Kroll

New York University professor Lawrence H. Schiffman addresses the Beis Menachem Community Centre in Manchester, England.

Few if any archaeological finds in the past century have elicited the interest or controversy that has surrounded the Dead Sea Scrolls. With that in mind, Jewish residents of Manchester, England, sat down to learn more about the scrolls, and what they can and cannot tell researchers, from one of the world’s leading scholars on the topic, New York University professor Lawrence H. Schiffman.

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Chabad.org
It is forbidden on a holiday to do any act in preparation for the following day,1 even if the following day is Shabbat. However, the sages created a halachic device, called an eruv tavshilin, which allows one to cook food on a holiday day for use on a Shabbat that immediately follows it.

Reminder: Don’t Forget To Make An Eruv Tavshilin

Chabad.org

It is forbidden on a holiday to do any act in preparation for the following day,1 even if the following day is Shabbat. However, the sages created a halachic device, called an eruv tavshilin, which allows one to cook food on a holiday day for use on a Shabbat that immediately follows it.

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Siyum HaShas at 79!

by Yonit Tanenbaum

CROWN HEIGHTS, Brooklyn [CHI] — After nineteen long years of taking it one “Amud” at a time, “Zaidy” Wilansky, 78, celebrated the commendable undertaking of learning the entire Shas in depth.

On Sunday afternoon, the Kolel Tiferes Zekenim met in 770 for a Siyum in honor of Reb Yehoshua Wilansky’s completion of the Shas. “This is something that does not happen very often,” said his 23-year-old grandson, Eli Wilansky. The Siyum was dedicated to Wilansky’s mother, Sara bas Yehoshua, whose Yahrtzeit was on the 23rd of Iyar.

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I can’t sleep, I’m tossing and turning, my mind is racing with all sorts of crazy thoughts. I’m frustrated, upset, and my head is beginning to spin.

I moved to Crown Heights five years ago after me and my wife (from out of town) got married. We loved it here. I work, Daven and shop in Crown Heights. I am your typical “survivor” or simple guy, one that works hard to cover my basic expenses. I'm young, full of energy and already have a small family. I feel that were ever I live I should help, care, give back and create a better community. (I currently volunteer in two local organizations.)

But recently I began to ask myself WHY?

Op-Ed: It’s 3AM… Can you outdo negative with positive?

I can’t sleep, I’m tossing and turning, my mind is racing with all sorts of crazy thoughts. I’m frustrated, upset, and my head is beginning to spin.

I moved to Crown Heights five years ago after me and my wife (from out of town) got married. We loved it here. I work, Daven and shop in Crown Heights. I am your typical “survivor” or simple guy, one that works hard to cover my basic expenses. I’m young, full of energy and already have a small family. I feel that were ever I live I should help, care, give back and create a better community. (I currently volunteer in two local organizations.)

But recently I began to ask myself WHY?

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