WATCH: Chanukah Medley with 8th Day
A musical performance of popular Chanukah songs by The National Menorah Orchestra and the “8th Day Band” at the National Menorah Lighting in Washington D.C.
A Triumph of Light and Unity: Chanukah in the City 2024 Sydney Australia
After weeks of meticulous preparation—spanning fundraising efforts, grant applications, the setup of the iconic Giant Menorah, and an extensive promotional campaign—Chanukah in the City 2024 lit up Martin Place with a resounding message of hope, resilience, and unity.
Pirsumei Nissa in Center of Moscow by Chief Rabbi of Russia
For the thirty-fifth time, at the foot of the Kremlin walls, the Chanukah Menorah was lit in Moscow by Shliach and Chief Rabbi of Russia Rabbi Berel Lazar.
Chabad History With Rabbi Dalfin – Michoel Teitelbaum, Yankel Katz, Shmerel Gurary, Shlomo Z Hecht, and Zalman Gurary
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.
Weekly Story: Chanukah Live, The Power of One Candle
Although this story happened over thirty years ago, either on Chanukah 5750 or 5751 (1889 or 1990), I just heard it this year, from a member of the family that it occurred with. I also verified it with my brother Rabbi Mordechai Avtzon, who is the shliach to Hong Kong as well as others who were involved in this story.
Weekly Dvar Torah: Spreading Light Inside and Out
In this week’s Dvar Torah, Rabbi Katzman looks under the surface of the story of Chanukah, making the age-old story applicable to each and every person in this day and age.
Up and Coming Chabad Keyboardist Releases Debut Chanukah Dance Medley Featuring Berel Zucker
Musician Shlomo Hecht released a debut Chanukah Dance Medley track to enhance your events and parades featuring singer Berel Zucker.
BDE: Mrs. Pearl Herson, 85, OBM
With great sadness we report the passing of Mrs. Pearl Herson OBM, the wife of Rabbi Moshe Herson, the Head Shliach of the Rebbe to the State of New Jersey, and Dean of the Rabbinical College of America.
TONIGHT: Annual NYC Menorah Parade To Take Place Thursday, The 2nd Night of Chanukah
As Chanukah approaches, the Mitzvah Tank Organization has announced that the Annual NYC Menorah Parade will be on the 2nd night of Chanukah , Thursday כ”ה כסלו December 26, at 5:30pm.
A Fun, Chassidishe, and Educational Way To Enhance Your Children’s Chanukah Experience
Chanukah is already here. This year, Derher is offering a fun, chassidishe, and educational way to enhance your children’s Chanukah experience.
All It Takes Is One Unexpected Expense, That’s When CSSY Steps In
In Crown Heights, the cost of living keeps climbing—, food, utilities, tuition, Yom Tov expenses. Even hardworking families holding down one or two jobs are feeling the strain. All it takes is one unexpected expense—and the delicate balance comes crashing down.
Louisville Chabad Members Commit to Daily Study of Chitas
In a heartfelt and inspiring moment at Chabad of Louisville, 22 members of the community rose to commit to a profound daily practice: the study of Chitas.
1,700 Year Old Oil lamp With Temple Symbols Discovered In Yerushalayim
A rare 1,700 year old oil lamp, decorated with Temple symbols – menorah, incense shovel and lulav, was found in Jerusalem during Israel Antiquities Authority excavations.
Rabbi Moshe Sasonkin lights the menorah with IDF soldiers. Chabad of Metula
Chanukah Miracles in the Ruins of Israel’s North
As the first flame of Chanukah flickers in Metula, it illuminates a town deeply scarred by war. For the last 14 months, since Oct. 7, the border community has stood largely empty, its streets quiet except for military patrols.
Singapore To Host First Ever CYP Encounter Asia Shabbaton
Young Jewish Professionals from around the world are converging for a once-in-a-lifetime weekend in Singapore, discovering the local culture and community while meeting their fellow Jewish peers from across Asia and beyond.
Here’s My Story: You May Be Right, But Don’t Fight
After serving as a Chabad emissary in New Jersey for eleven years, Rabbi Yisroel Brod moved to Israel where he worked on expanding and developing Chabad’s outreach activities. Presently, he serves as a consultant and coach to Chabad emissaries worldwide. He was interviewed in November 2023.
Spreading the Light: Food Packages Distributed in Moscow to Families in Need
At the request of Russia’s Chief Rabbi, assistance to the Jewish community was increased this Yom Tov, with thousands of packages distributed at the Chesed Center of Moscow.
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