Chof Beis Shvat: The Rebbetzin’s Yohrtzeit
Tonight marks the yohrzheit of Rebbetzin Chaya Mushkah Schneerson, wife of the Lubavitcher Rebbe. The Rebbetzin passed away on the 22nd of Shevat of the year 5748 (1988). Mishnayos in the Extended Article.
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Civic Pulse: City of Yes – Basement Apartments, Development, and Displacement
This week, Rabbi Behrman spoke with Dan Garodnick, Chair of the City Planning Commission about the “City of Yes” zoning text amendment and its impact on New York.
VIDEO: Young Shluchim Gearing Up To Join Globally Celebrated Shabbaton
With over 90 locations worldwide confirmed, young shluchim will gather for synchronized local Shabbatons, one week for boys and one for girls, reinforcing the powerful unity of Young Shluchim across continents.
The CKids Shabbaton: A Lifeline for Jewish Parents
In a world where raising Jewish children has become increasingly complex—where antisemitism in schools, social media influence, and shifting cultural values present new challenges—the CKids Shabbaton offers parents a rare opportunity: to connect, recharge, and realize they are not alone.
The Joy of Russia and Ukraine Heard in the Streets of Jerusalem
Attended by Admorim and Roshei Yeshiva, rabbanim and dayanim, influential figures and heads of large communities, the central Sheva Brachos celebration was held in Jerusalem, on the occasion of the marriage of the daughter of the Chief Rabbi of Russia, HaGaon Rabbi Berel Lazar, to the son of Odessa and Southern Ukraine’s Chief Rabbi, Rabbi Avraham Wolf.
Pegisha Europe Launches to Unite Jewish Students Across the Continent
For years, Pegisha has been a defining experience for Jewish students worldwide—bringing together young Jews from diverse backgrounds for a Shabbos of inspiration, connection, and empowerment. Now, for the first time ever, that experience is coming to Europe with the launch of Pegisha Europe.
Nshei Ubnos Chabad To Host Chof Beis Shevat Farbrengen
The annual Nshei Ubnos Chabad Chof Beis Shevat Farbrengen will take place on Wednesday, February 19th, at 8:30pm. The event will be streamed LIVE.
Joy in Jewish Russia Over the Troufanov Family’s Reunion
With the release of the captive Alexander Sasha Troufanov, the Jewish community in Russia marks the conclusion of a significant chapter in the extensive efforts made for him and his family, who have roots in Russia.
After Nearly 500 Days, Yair, Sagui, and Sasha are Back in Israel
Sagui Dekel-Chen (36), Alexander (Sasha) Troufanov (29), and Yair Horn (46), who were held hostage in Gaza for 498 days, arrived in Israel on Saturday.
Chabad History With Rabbi Dalfin – The Alter Rebbe’s Discourses – Interview With Rabbi YY Keller Part #3
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.
One of the Worst Fires Crown Heights Has Seen In Many Years
Around 10:40am Friday morning, emergency responders began receiving calls regarding a fire in a home on Eastern Parkway. It would become one of the worst fires that Crown Heights has seen in many years. Names for Tehillim in extended article.
Reb Yoel’s 95 birthday, 16 Shevat, 2025
Author and Historian Rabbi Chaim Dalfin speaks about Reb Yoel Kahan OBM, whose 95th birthday is marked on the 16th of Shvat.
UPDATED: Fire Engulfs Eastern Parkway Home, Multiple Injured
An active fire is ongoing at 658 Eastern Parkway between New York Ave and Brooklyn Ave with Hatzalah and the Fire Department responding.
Moshe "Michael" Scharf (on the right) holding his son Will Owen at dollars.
Trump’s Jewish White House Staff Secretary and His Connection To The Rebbe
That President Donald Trump has a Jewish connection is hardly news, but did you know that his White House Staff Secretary is not only Jewish but visited the Rebbe as a child?
Spontaneous Hiloula for Rabbi Yitzchok Abuhatzeira celebrated in Crown Heights
The Hiloula for Rabbi Yitzchok Abuhatzeira זצוק”ל זי”ע, was held this past Tuesday night, eve of 14 Shvat, at the home of Noam Armani in Crown Heights.
Ohel Series #18: Shia Pinson, Chaim Tashkenter, Uziel Chazanow, Eli Chaim Roitblatt, Velvel Kasinitz
Rabbi Chaim Dalfin has continued his release of a new video series exploring the Kvarim surrounding the Ohel of the Lubavitcher Rebbe.
Rabbi Shea Hecht Updates On The Lev Tahor Cult, Commends The Guatemalan Government For Its Actions
Rabbi Shea Hecht, a Chabad Rabbi and former cultbuster, shares sharp words for the Lev Tahor cult and commends the Guatemalan government for its actions.
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