Rabbi Braun Says This is Vital
In this heartfelt message, Rabbi Yosef Braun of the Crown Heights Beis Din emphasizes the vital role Hatzalah plays in our community — and the responsibility each of us has to support their life-saving work.
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JLI: Former Neo-Nazi Leader Speaks to Jewish Crowd
Hear Frank Meeink’s telling of a descent into America’s dark Neo-Nazi underbelly, a battle with hate and addiction, and ultimate triumph. Frank Meeink was interviewed by Rabbi Yaakov Fellig and Rabbi Benny Lew.
Interview With Rabbi Yochanon Gurary Part #3: 10 Hours On A Plane With R’ Shlomo Carlebach
Author and Historian Rabbi Chaim Dalfin has released part #3 of an interview with Rabbi Yochanon Gurary.
With SpaceX and Blue Origin Fueling Local Boom, Community Pushes to Finish Mikvah
A major campaign is underway to complete the first mikvah serving Florida’s Space Coast. Running through May 14, the two-day effort by Chabad of the Space & Treasure Coasts aims to raise $500,000 to finish construction on this long-anticipated project that will bring the mitzvah of taharas hamishpacha within reach for the rapidly growing local Jewish community.
Hashkafa, Emotional, and Practical Support for Bar Mitzvah Families
Parents of Tomchei Tmimim Ocean Parkway gathered for an inspiring evening of Hashkafa, emotional, and practical support for Bar Mitzvah families.
Video of the Day
What’s in your wallet? An apparent random stranger stopped Rabbi Manis Friedman on the street in Surfside, FL, and while speaking with him, was asked “What is in your wallet?” Look at what he pulled out, and listen to his story behind it.
Jewish Moscow Marks ‘May 9th’ Holiday as Russia Celebrates 80th Anniversary to End of War
This year Russia celebrated 80 years since its victory over Nazi Germany with many great events, the grandest being a huge military parade held in the Red Square.
Yeshivas Lubavitch Manchester visits the Rebbe’s Brother’s house in Liverpool
In a meaningful tribute on Yud Gimmel Iyar, the bochurim of Yeshivas Lubavitch Manchester embarked on a journey to Liverpool, where they visited the former residence of the Rebbe’s brother, R’ Yisroel Aryeh Leib Schneerson.
JLI: Jewish Psychologist Reveals the Bible’s Mental Health Secrets
In this powerful and insightful episode, we sit down with Rabbi Dr. Saul Haimoff—a rabbi, licensed clinical psychologist, and specialist in youth anxiety and behavioral disorders—to explore the deep connections between Jewish thought and mental health.
BREAKING: Firefighters Respond to Fire In Crown Heights Home
Firefighters rushed to 1 Tampa Court in Crown Heights for a fire on the second floor that was billowing thick black smoke into the sky.
Sixtieth Yortzeit of Wonderous Gaon Marked in Town of Malachovka
The 60th yortzeit of HaGaon Rabbi Yitzchak Aizik Krasilschikov O.B.M., author of the commentaries “Tvuna” and “Toldos Yitzchak” on the Talmud Yerushalmi.
HatzalahThon 6: The Time Is Now!
This is more than a campaign — it’s a call to action. Lives are on the line. From the sirens to the silence, from the chaos to the care every moment counts.
Chabad History With Rabbi Dalfin – Jerusalem History: Property of Toras Chesed, Gutnick Building, 100 Year Bakery
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.
New York Assembly Member Supports Budget Provision to Reduce Oversight of Private Schools
In a passionate speech on the New York State Assembly floor, Assembly Member Wieder voiced strong support for a budget provision aimed at reducing the State Education Department’s oversight of private schools.
WATCH LIVE: The Funeral of Tzaddik “Charlie Buttons” Nassofer OBM
Join Anash and Crown Heights residents as they say goodbye to Tzaddik “Charlie Buttons” Nassofer OBM, a person who has brought incredible joy to the Crown Heights and Chabad community.
France Marches Towards Light
On Thursday, the 10th of Iyar (May 8), a moving ceremony took place in Aubervilliers – France, marking Victory Day in Europe, commemorating the defeat of Nazi Germany in World War II — a day symbolizing the triumph of light over darkness in Europe.
From College Athlete to Abraham’s Child
How a child of secular suburbia discovered his deeper identity as a “child of Abraham,” transforming his life path from worldly success to spiritual fulfillment as a rabbi and Jewish educator.
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