Photos: 1000’s Flock to Ohel on Erev Rosh Hashana
Thousands of Chasidim and Jews from all walks of life flocked to the Ohel in Cambria Heights, Queens Erev Rosh Hashana to seek the Rebbe’s blessing and pray for a sweet new year.
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ULY 7th Graders Make Personal Shofars
Students of Lubavitcher Yeshiva’s 7th grade prepared for Rosh Hashonah in the most remarkable of ways; this time its a hands on Shofar Factory.
Shluchim to S. Africa Hold Regional Kinus
“Approaching the burning bush” Chief Rabbi Dr. Warren Goldstein began “Moshe hears Hashem speaking to him from within the bush “Remove your Shoes for… This is a Holy Ground” and this is what I feel coming in to this gathering of the Shluchim of the Lubavitcher Rebbe.”
HaMesivta Gets Off to Sweet New Start with Visit to Brooklyn Rooftop Beehive
In preparation for Rosh Hashana and the start of a sweet new year, the talmidim of HaMesivta enjoyed learning all about honeybees and the honey making process – using all of their five senses.
Picture of the Day: Tishrei Guests Arrive
Hundreds of guests began pouring into Crown Heights ahead of the upcoming high holidays, and with this year being a ‘Shnas Hakhel,’ thousands more than usual are expected. Many of the guests made their first stop at 770, creating the familiar scene of piling up luggage.
Photos: Borsalino Opens Branch in Flatbush
Italian hat manufacturer Borsalino opened a state-of-the-art branch in Flatbush, where their wide variety of Chasidic, Litvish and Lubavitch hats are on display. A few Crown Heights residents went to have a look, accompanied by photographer Itzik Roitman.
Hundreds Gather for Shloshim of R’ Gershon Giter
Over 200 people gathered last week at Adath Israel Synagogue in St. Paul to pay tribute to a beloved rabbi and legendary humanitarian. They were a diverse assemblage from every sector of the Jewish community and they were there to honor the legacy of Rabbi Gershon Giter, who passed away in August at the age of 61 after a lengthy battle with cancer.
by Rabbi Eli Friedman
Photos: Selichos at Alter Rebbe’s Ohel
Dozens of Chasidim and local Jews traveled to the Alter Rebbe’s gravesite in Hadiach, Ukraine, to recite Selichos at midnight Motzei Shabbos. The Selichos prayers were led by R’ Bentzion Raskin of Crown Heights.
Ribbon Cut to Restored Synagogue in Muslim Republic
The main synagogue of Kazan, capital city of the autonomous Russian republic of Tatarstan – which has a Muslim majority – underwent a complete restoration in honor of its 100 year anniversary.
Photos: Selichos in Moscow
Over 100 Jews gathered last night in the Marina Roscha synagogue in Moscow, Russia, for the recitation of Selichos. Following an inspiring Farbrengen and joyous dancing and singing, Selichos were recited, led by Chazzan Zalman Shimon Deren.
Photos by Itzik Roytman
Photos: West Indian Day Parade on Eastern Pkwy
New York State Governor Andrew Cuomo, and New York City Mayor Bill DeBlasio as well as Police Commissioner Bill Bratton kicked off the 48th Annual West Indian Day Parade on Eastern Parkway in Crown Heights.
Beis Gimpel Chaim Celebrates Completion of New Shul
Last week Sunday, “Beis Gimpel Chaim-The Nemes Hall” celebrated its grand opening at 309 New York Avenue in Crown Heights. The beautiful, newly renovated location was filled to capacity with members of the Shul and their families, who enjoyed a catered dinner while being entertained by world renowned composer/singer Yossi Green, accompanied by the Mezamrim Choir.
2,000 Woman Attend Mega Challah Bake in Brazil
If one Jewish woman making Challah can bring many blessings to her home, imagine the power of two thousand woman united, kneading their dough and then praying together, bringing positive energies and blessings to all those around.
New Haven Yeshiva Learns Proper Tefilin Care
In honor of Chodesh Elul, the Shluchim of New Haven Yeshiva arranged for veteran Sofer Rabbi Rachamim Ladaev to visit the Yeshiva, along with his staff, to check all the bochurim’s Tefilin and give them tips on how to maintain and give proper care to their Tefilin.
Photos: Slichos in the Rebbe’s House
Dozens gathered to recite the first Slichos in the Rebbe’s home on President St. The Slichos were led by the Chazzan Rabbi Zalman Baumgarten.
Chai Elul Marked at Lubavitcher Yeshiva
The Talmidim at Lubavitcher Yeshiva-Crown St. gathered together Wednesday to commemorate the day of Chai Elul. This project began on Sunday, Tes Vov Elul, the day Tomchei Tmimim was established, and continued through Chai Elul – Wednesday.
‘Yaldei’ Hosts their 8th Regional Retreat in S. Diego
This summer, Yaldei hosted its 8th Regional Parent Respite Program. West Coast Shluchim gathered in sunny San Diego for three days of educational seminars, recreational activities and time to bond with other shluchim raising children with special needs.
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