New Chabad Center Flourishes in Hinsdale, IL

Rabbi Yisroel and Raizy Lifshitz, along with their two children, opened the first Jewish center in Hinsdale, Illinois.

Hinsdale is a charming village 20 miles west of Chicago. Residents from around the area welcomed the Lifshitz family, eager for a local Jewish presence and a warm place to connect. The new center will serve the entire community: children, teens, adults, and seniors. It will offer Shabbat and holiday programs, Torah classes, youth activities, and personal support to every Jew in the area.

Over 130 people from across the Western Suburbs attended the center’s opening Chanukah event. Hinsdale’s village President welcomed the Lifshitzes at the Menorah lighting ceremony. Since Chanukah, the momentum hasn’t slowed; Shabbat services as well as many additional classes and events have already brought the community closer together.

A local resident shared their excitement: “We can’t believe how many Jewish families live in the area. Since moving here from Chicago we’ve felt quite isolated. But Chabad is truly bringing the Jewish community together here. We are so grateful and excited!”

With Shavuot just around the corner, the Lifshitzes are looking forward to hosting the community for an Ice Cream Dessert Bash on Friday, May 22nd!

Let’s wish them mazal tov!