Weekly Dvar Torah: Feast of the Future – Shor Habor and Livyasan
In this week’s Dvar Torah, Rabbi Katzman discusses the laws of Kosher, and how these aren’t just food regulations; they are a divine map of spiritual elevation.
Inspirational Spanish Women’s Retreat Kicks Off in Panama City
Nearly 100 Jewish women from fifteen Latin-American countries touched down in Panama City today for the start of the first-ever Spanish-speaking women’s retreat, an inspirational weekend organized by the Spanish Desk at Merkos 302.
Baby Boy!
Chezki and Mushkie Golowinski from Crown Heights had a baby boy! Shalom Zachor: 539 Crown Street
Letter From The Editor: They Weren’t “Protesters”, And The Community Showed Their Displeasure
When a group of masked people screaming genocidal slogans comes to your community and sets up shop at a contentious flashpoint location, they aren’t “protesters”, they are instigators. The community wasn’t having it, and the message was made clear.
In Israel, Bringing Passover to 3,100 Wounded Soldiers
For many, the Passover seder conjures up memories of family huddled together, celebrating the Exodus from Egypt. This year in Israel, though, with hundreds of soldiers wounded and in hospitals and 59 hostages still in Palestinian captivity in Gaza, the idea of freedom almost seems like a dream out of reach for some.
Itamar Ben-Gvir Takes Tour of 770 As He Visits Crown Heights
On a visit to Crown Heights facilitated by Chabad of Chevron, and hosted by Bais Shmuel Chabad, Israeli Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir made a stop at 770 Eastern Parkway, where he received a tour and davened in the main Shul.
New Engagement!
Avi Baitelman (Los Angeles, CA) to Mindy Neubort (Fair Lawn, NJ) L’Chaim: Tonight, Thursday, 8:00pm at Lubavitch Yeshiva
Annual Tut Altz Event To Focus on Actualizing Your Geulah Potential
This Motzei Shabbos, April 26 (28 Nisan 5785), at 9:45 PM ET, thousands are expected to tune in for a global livestream event titled “Moshiach in Me”, marking the day the Rebbe issued an urgent and historic call: to do everything we can to bring Moshiach.
Chabad at the Draft: Kosher, Shabbat and Tefillin in Green Bay
As thousands converge on Green Bay, Wisconsin — the site of this year’s NFL Draft — this weekend, Chabad-Lubavitch of Wisconsin is providing kosher meals, Shabbat accommodations, and mitzvah opportunities for Jewish fans, agents and employees visiting the city.
Weekly Letter: The Special Quality of the Number Eight
In connection with the dedication of the Mishkan / Chanukas Ha’Mishkan on the “Eighth Day” – we present a letter where the Rebbe explains the special quality of the number eight, as it symbolizes the supra-rational and infinite and as it is manifested in various instances in our Jewish history.
Here’s My Story: One Vision, Two Architects, And Four Miraculous Stories
Mordechai Gorelik is an engineer and architect who resides in Nachalat Har Chabad, Israel. He was interviewed in his home in December of 2013.
Public School Kids Turn Up the Joy for Pesach
Throughout the vibrant days of Chol Hamoed, a remarkable Released Time camp infused the joy and spirit of Pesach into the lives of 150 public school students from across New York City
The UNTOLD Story Of The Rebbe And His Mothers First Meeting In America
Watch as the untold story of the Rebbe and his mothers first meeting in America is told.
Levaya For Rabbi Menchem Raitport OBM Passes By 770
Hundreds of members of the Crown Heights community flocked to 770 Eastern Parkway Thursday for the Levaya of Rabbi Menachem Rairport OBM, a Crown Heights resident and former butcher.
Empire Blvd From Franklin To Washington To Close For Earth Day
Pedestrians will take over 54 New York City streets this Earth Day, including Empire Boulevard from Franklin Avenue to Washington Avenue in Crown Heights.
Picture of the Day
Itamar Ben-Gvir, one of Israel’s hard right ministers, is on a visit to the United States and will allegedly be making a stop at 770 Eastern Parkway. This sign advertising his presence at a Siyum Harambam was hung in 770.
JLI: I Nearly Died in the Holocaust, This is How I Survived | Dr. Edith Eger
She’s appeared on TEDx Talks, been interviewed by Oprah Winfrey, and is the NY Times Bestselling Author of ‘The Choice’ and ‘The Gift.’ But what’s her secret to survival?
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