My Dear Friend and Rabbi
Alex Ryvchin shares the story of his Bundi community of Russian Jews, their humble beginnings and the warm belonging they discovered with Rabbi Eli Schlanger.
104 Communities: Shluchim Gearing Up for CYP Encounter Crown Heights
Around the world, Shluchim are observing the same shift: young Jewish professionals aren’t looking for just another event. They’re seeking real community, meaningful Jewish experiences, genuine relationships, and Torah’s insights that speak to their everyday lives.
Treasures from the Rebbe’s Library – Volume 2 Ep. 1
Regarding the Seforim case, the Rebbe said it was a challenge and an affront to all the Rabbeim—naming them from the Baal Shem Tov onward. Accordingly, Volume 2 of Treasures from the Rebbe’s Library presents one item from each of the Rabbeim in a six-part series.
Arrest Made in Kingston Ave Stabbing
The NYPD’s Hate Crimes Task Force made an arrest in the stabbing of a Jewish man on Kingston Ave last week.
A City Illuminated: Fort Myers Makes History with Its First Downtown Menorah
Downtown Fort Myers was filled with warmth, joy, and light as history was made with the city’s first ever public Chanukah Menorah, proudly displayed and lit at Common Ground Pocket Park.
Stamford Hill Community Celebrates Public Menorah Lighting
The event drew hundreds of local families and community members, along with representatives from the local council and Stamford Hill leadership. Rabbi Hershy Vogel, Rabbi of Ealing and cousin of Eli Schlanger hy”d addressed the crowd with encouraging and inspirational words.
Friendship Circle Ice Breaker Game Is Just One Week Away
The Friendship Circle’s annual Ice Breaker Hockey Game is just one week away. Players from across the country are gearing up for an action-packed Charity match to benefit the amazing work of Rabbi Berel and Chani Majesky.
FDNY Holds Official Department Menorah Lighting At Crown Heights Event
Firefighters, officials, and community members braved the cold Sunday evening for the official FDNY Menorah lighting event, which took place at the S. Johns garage in Crown Heights.
Netanyahu Lights Eighth Candle With Chabad Shluchim “We Have Not Lost Our Spirit”
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu lit the eighth candle of Chanukah Sunday with Chabad Shluchim at the Prime Minister’s Office in Jerusalem.
The Rebbe’s Nuanced View on the Mitzvah to Move to Eretz Yisroel
In the latest episode of “Ase L’cha Rav,” Rabbi Betzalel Bassman interviews Rabbi Yosef Bronstein about the Rebbe’s unique perspective on the mitzvah to move to Eretz Yisroel.
Gallery: Chanukah Parade Lights Up The Streets of Paris
Anash of Paris drove the streets if the City of Lights, bringing the brightness of Chanukah to the masses.
Chabad History With Rabbi Dalfin – Chanukah 1959
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.
East Lansing Police Investigating Pair of Antisemitic Acts at MSU’s Chabad Building
East Lansing police are asking for help from the public after antisemitic vandalism targeted the Michigan State University Chabad building twice in one week.
Inspirational Event: Light For Bondi
One week after the horrific attack on Bondi Beach, which claimed the lives of more than a dozen, Sydney’s Jewish and political leaders and survivors will be leading an online gathering of inspiration.
Tomchei Tmimim Queens Mashpiim Farbreng
Mechanchim and Hanhala members Mesivta YTTL Queens joined together celebrating the joy of Chanukah. It truly was a Geshmake Farbrengen and an unforgettable Mesibos ‘Latkes Ovent’.
Nearly 18,000 Unite at Barclays Center for Powerful Menorah Lighting Honoring Sydney Hanukkah Massacre Victims
In the largest public Menorah celebrations in New York City, nearly 18,000 people gathered at Barclays Center Thursday night as the Brooklyn Nets hosted the Miami Heat in a game transformed into a tribute to the 15 victims murdered in Sunday’s terrorist attack at a Bondi Beach Hanukkah celebration in Sydney, Australia.
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The game is still on, and the Columbus Blue Jackets can still beat the Wilds, but the Menorah has been lit at the hockey game and the Chabad Shliach has already called it. Light wins!
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