From Bondi to NYC: Sydney’s Young Professionals Join Global Shabbaton in Moment of Unity
One month after tragedy, CYP Bondi connects live with 1,000 young Jews in New York.
Photo: Loneman Photography
Shliach Launches New Tanya Chabura
While his wife, Mrs. Chavie Bruk has been teaching Tanya online for close to a decade, Rabbi Chaim Bruk has only taught it once to a small group in Montana and mostly focused on one-on-one learning.
Inspired by the Rebbe: Chabad 77 France Holds Its 21st Mission to Strengthen IDF Soldiers
Led by the shluchim Rabbi Yossi and his wife Mrs. Tzalcha Amar, this annual journey – now running for more than two decades – gives practical expression to the Rebbe’s sacred directives: to stand at the side of Israel’s soldiers and fortify their spirit, both materially and spiritually.
Snowstorms Blanket the U.S., but Chabad Hebrew School Learning Continues Online
As snowstorms and severe winter weather sweep across large parts of the United States, forcing school closures and disrupting daily routines, Jewish education is continuing uninterrupted—just virtually.
Just in Time for Yud Shvat – Bosi LeGani Song in Russian
The song was arranged by the renowned musician Israel Edelson, a disciple of Leonard Bernstein, who is known for his numerous Chabad and cantorial compositions and arrangements.
Bus To The Ohel Releases Yud Shvat Schedule
The Bus To The Ohel, which provides a subsidized bus service between Crown Heights and the Ohel, has released its Yud Shvat Schedule, including the week leading up to the auspicious day.
A Beard and a Newspaper Clipping
I could not fathom how the Rebbe knew that our mayor, George Latimer, had a beard. Then I realized that I had submitted a newspaper clipping about our dinner, and Mr. Latimer was in the photograph.
Kentucky Bill Seeks to Prevent Cremation of Unclaimed Jewish Remains Through Contact With Chabad
A proposed bill in the Kentucky State Senate aims to prevent the cremation of unclaimed Jewish bodies by requiring local authorities to first contact Chabad of the Bluegrass and offer the opportunity for a proper Jewish burial.
Meet the New Mesivta: A Conversation with the Rosh Mesivta
Rabbi Shmuel Wagner, Rosh Mesivta of the new Tomchei Tmimim Mesivta, explains the vision and direction for the Mesivta, and answers some frequently asked questions.
A Year of Restored Audio – Forty Years New
The audio recordings of the Rebbe from the year 5746, exactly forty years ago, are now online and available in beautifully restored quality.
Chabad History With Rabbi Dalfin – Teveria: R’ Chaim Abulafia, 1600s, Shul and Mikva
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: Overcoming Challenges – Yud Shevat
Being that we are in the week before Yud Shevat, I am posting two stories of the Frierdiker Rebbe’s childhood which I am still unsure and debating whether they should be included in his upcoming two volume biography.
Family members of the deceased light candles in their memory.
Australia Honors Victims of Bondi Chanukah Massacre With National Day of Mourning
National Days of Mourning are exceptionally rare in Australia. The nation has observed only a handful since its federation in 1901: for the Bali bombings in 2002; for the victims of Malaysia Airlines Flight MH17, shot down over Ukraine in 2014; and most recently for Queen Elizabeth II, in 2022.
Decades in the Making – Chabad Musician Reveals Unreleased Album of Chabad Niggunim
An unreleased project recorded years ago in honor of the Rebbe is finally seeing the light of day, carrying with it a lifetime of musical connection, Chabad spirit, and personal history.
Oholei Torah Presents Clear Technology Plan at Parent Event, with Guidelines for Yeshiva and Helpful Tips for Home
The event marked a strong step forward in building clarity, unity, and confidence as Oholei Torah continues developing a thoughtful and proactive approach to Chinuch and technology.
Avraham Fried & Renowned Chazan To Headline Grand Siyum
In an exciting addition to the upcoming 45th Grand Siyum HaRambam, renowned Jewish singer Avraham Fried, together with Cantor Yaakov Stark, will perform at the historic triple Siyum at the Bedford Union Armory in Crown Heights, leading the crowd in niggunim and chazanus in celebration of completing kol hatorah kuloh.
Umedayeik B’Maamar Releases In-depth Commentary On this Year’s Basi Legani
Spanning more than 150 pages, with over 250 footnotes, this year’s Umedayeik B’Maamar highlights many new aspects of what the Rebbe carefully wove into the Maamar.
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