JLI: The Kabbalah Behind Your Political Affiliation
Rabbi Pinchas Taylor is the director of Adult Education and Outreach at the Chabad of Plantation, Florida, and a prolific lecturer, author, and life coach.
New Shluchim Announced To Olathe, The Fourth Largest City in Kansas
The Olathe Jewish population (numbering about 1,200), which as of this writing has no communal infrastructure in place, will be getting a new boost with the arrival of Rabbi Mendel and Sheina (née Garelik) Wenger.
Step In The Right Direction? Jaywalking Legalized in NYC
City Council introduced the bill to legalize jaywalking on Feb. 28. After many months, the bill was approved and sent to Mayor Eric Adams on Sept. 26.
Baby Boy!
Eli and Dina (nee Moses) Bharier from London, UK had a baby boy!
Lubavitcher Menachem Raitport Will Be On The Ballot For New York’s 9th Congressional District
Lubavitcher businessman Menachem Raitport will be on the ballot in the coming election for New York’s 9th Congressional district, a recently redrawn district that includes the entire Crown Heights, Flatbush, and much of Boro Park.
A Sefer Torah Unites The Lone Soldiers at “The Embassy”
Sholli and Elena Kestecher from Yerushalayim have hosted meals and activities for years, catering to those who have migrated to Israel alone. This year, exactly a year after the attack, a Sefer Torah was completed at their home on the night after Shemini Atzeres, being danced through the streets to its new home at the Chayal El Chayal Shul.
Annual gathering of Chabad House directors in Moscow concludes successfully
In an uplifting atmosphere following Sukkot and Simchat Torah, the annual gathering of Chabad House directors in Moscow was held this week in the town of Istra, 40 kilometers west of the Russian capital.
Mobile Sukkah Initiative Brings the Joy of Sukkot Across London
In a heartfelt effort to enhance the Sukkot experience, Lubavitch Stamford Hill launched a mobile sukkah initiative that traveled throughout London, providing over 50 individuals with the opportunity to fulfill the mitzvah of benching lulav and dining in a sukkah.
Ahavas Chesed of Crown Heights Makes Urgent Call for Blood Donors
Ahavas Chesed has made an urgent call for all healthy eligible blood donors, both men and women, as the supply of blood drops to dangerously low levels.
Lubavitcher Slashed In The Face In Downtown Brooklyn, NYPD Investigating As Possible Hate Crime
A horrific attack took place Tuesday morning as a Lubavitch man was walking in Downtown Brooklyn near the Barclay’s Center. A masked and hooded man, yelling hateful rhetoric, approached him and slashed him in the face before running off.
Crown Heights PAC Announces Election Endorsements
The Crown Heights Political Action Committee, The Crown Heights PAC, has released their election endorsements for the upcoming political election.
Airlines Now Required to Refund for Canceled Flights
U.S. airlines are now required to give passengers an automatic refund for canceled or significantly delayed flights and for services that were paid for if they were not provided, such as Wi-Fi or entertainment.
AdeTanya, Performed By Shlomo Simcha and Aryeh Hurwitz
The fun, classic Aderabeh-Tanya mashup at an event performed by Shlomo Simcha and Aryeh Hurwitz.
Over 1,200 Attend Joyous Simchas Beis Hashoeva Celebration in Stamford Hill
On the 20th October , 2nd night Chol Hamoed, Lubavitch Stamford Hill and the Lubavitch Children’s Centre hosted a vibrant Simchas Beis Hashoeva celebration outside Lubavitch House, attracting over 1,200 attendees from Stamford Hill and beyond.
Crown Heights History: Raskin’s Fish Market 320 Kingston Ave
At the intersection of President and Kingston Avenues stands one of the most recognized storefronts in Crown Heights—the legendary Raskin’s Fish Market. This iconic shop, one of the oldest in the neighborhood, has been a cornerstone of the community for decades.
HY”D: Four IDF Soldiers Fall In Gaza
The IDF on Tuesday afternoon announced that four soldiers serving in the Multidimensional Unit (888) fell in combat in northern Gaza.
BDE: Rabbi Abba Michel Steinmetz, 86, OBM
With great sadness we report the passing of Rabbi Abba Michel Steinmetz OBM, a famed Chabad Mashpia from Kfar Chabad.
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