Annual Mishnayos B’al Peh Grand Ceremony Held At United Lubavitcher Yeshiva
A total of 160 students proudly sat on the bleachers in the new gym, celebrating their achievements in learning lines, Prokim and Mesechtos of Mishnayos and Tanya B’al Peh.
Crown Heights History: The Curious Case of Brooklyn Avenue
This is an interesting chapter of the era we will call “predevelopment”, yet post the squatters era or established farmers era. Fascinating to find out what was Crown Heights before it was Crown Heights.
Oholei Torah Mechina Tests On Complete Mesechta
Forty-Five Talmidim of the Oholei Torah Mechina undertook to learn a whole Mesechta by heart and were tested B’vas Achas – all at one time – by the renowned Halachic authority, Hagaon Harav Gavriel Zinner, of Boro Park.
Photo Credit: Shmueli Grossbaum
Difficult Mivtza Torah Saw Resounding Success at Oholei Torah
Each year hundreds of Bochurim join Shiur Daled of Beis Medrash Oholei Torah, to spend a year learning in the Rebbe’s presence. When Rabbi Blau, Menahel Roshi, teamed up with members of Hanholla, to launch a Mivtza Torah initiative to complete the entire Bava Basra.
New DOT Proposal Would Make Kingston and Brooklyn Aves Single Lane South of Empire, Add Protected Bike Lane
A new proposal from the NYC Department of Transportation would recreate the roads of Kingston Ave and Brooklyn Ave with safety in mind, limiting the lanes to one and adding protected bike lanes.
Jewish Future Alliance: Upcoming Election Primary on June 25th
The Jewish Future Alliance wants to provide the community with information regarding the upcoming primary on June 25.
The Rebbe Cared Deeply for the Wellbeing of His Shluchim
In 1987, per the Rebbe’s directive and vision, The Shluchim Office was founded. It would serve as a “Central Hub” for Shluchim, where their every need would be met with attention and consideration.
Pre-Summer Lifeguard Course For Men in Crown Heights
A Lifeguard Course for Men is being organized in Crown Heights, and they are looking to fill up the limited available slots. [Communicated Content]
A Record? 41 Chassanim Got Ufruf Aliyos by the Rebbe This Past Shabbos
Forty-one Chassanim getting married this week were called up to the Torah for their Ufruf in 770 and the Ohel over Shabbos, making what is possibly a record week for this minhag.
Information To Be Menachem Avel Mrs. Malca Bayzman
Mrs. Malca Bayzman is sitting Shiva in Crown heights following the passing of her mother Mrs. May (Chana Mayta) Tessler OBM. Times and location in extended article.
PSA: Traffic Pattern Change On Brooklyn and Eastern Parkway
A traffic pattern change has taken effect at the intersection of Brooklyn Ave and Eastern Parkway that affects those turning from the Parkway onto Brooklyn.
SUNDAY: Hachnasas Sefer Torah To Take Place In Crown Heights
The Lasker Family will be hosting a Hachnasas Sefer Torah in Crown Heights Sunday, June 16th, in honor of Reb Tzvi Moshe Lasker OBM.
The BESHT Releases Speaker List For Shavuos Night
Following the annual custom of learning the first night of Shavuos, The Besht Center has released a list of guest speakers that will be available throughout the night.
BDE: Mrs. May (Chana Mayta) Tessler, 98, OBM
With great sadness we report the passing of Mrs. May Chana Mayta (nee Leevy) Tessler OBM, the mother of Mrs. Malca Bayzman of Crown Heights. She passed away on Monday, the 10th of June, 4th of Sivan, 5784.
INBOX: Response – A Farewell to Failure
Your letter claims you had the pleasure of serving our community for 14 years. Is that a joke? We don’t get your sense of humor.
Shomrim Releases Wanted Poster After Assault On Jewish Woman
Crown Heights Shomrim has released a wanted posted after receiving an emergency call for a Jewish woman who had been assaulted.
Crown Heights Rabbonim’s Schedule Released For Shavuos
To assist those in Crown Heights who may need to ask a question of a Rov over Shavuos, the Rabbonim’s schedule has been released for the benefit of the public.
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