CKids launches Friday Night “Inn” Curriculum
A new Shabbat curriculum launched by CKids encourages Hebrew school children to stay home and celebrate Shabbat through its innovative approach to education
You Have an Underwater Observatory
In his weekly letter, Rabbi Zalmen Wishedski discusses how happiness is like Krias Yam Suf, not challenging Krias Yam Suf, but underwater like it.
Shabbos at the Besht: Using a Blech on Shabbos
This Shabbos at the Besht: Rabbi Michoel Lerner – Rosh Kollel of 770 Montgomery, will be presenting a lecture this Shabbos on using a Blech on Shabbos.
Rendition of the new bike lane on the Brooklyn Bridge. (City Hall)
Bike Lanes Coming to Brooklyn, Queensboro Bridge Roadways
Dedicated bike lanes are coming to the Brooklyn and Queensboro Bridge roadways, New York City Mayor Bill de Blaiso announced in his State of the City address Thursday night.
New Engagement!
Yehuda Shmuel Nathan (Flatbush, Brooklyn) to Shoshana Hirsch (Passaic, NJ)
In honor of Tu Bshvat and Parshas Bishalach, we present a remarkable Maamar from the Tzemach Tzedek with remarkable notes of Reb Hillel Paritcher, explaining the idea of Krias Yam Suf as well as the Inyan of Planting according to Chassidus.
Maamar “Vayar Yisroel” From The Tzemach Tzedek
In honor of Tu Bshvat and Parshas Bishalach, we present a remarkable Maamar from the Tzemach Tzedek with remarkable notes of Reb Hillel Paritcher, explaining the idea of Krias Yam Suf as well as the Inyan of Planting according to Chassidus.
Historic Discovery Provides Glimpse into Wardrobe of King David
For the first time, rare evidence has been found of fabric dyed with royal purple dating from the time of King David and King Solomon.
Weekly Unique Photo of the Rebbe
Courtesy of Lubavitch Archives, we present a weekly photo of the Rebbe saying Shema.
Weekly Letter: Essential and Physical Qualities of Roots
As we now celebrate the 15th of Sh’vat, New Year for trees and will soon will be celebrating Chof Bais Sh’vat – remembering and honoring Rebbetzen Chaya Mushka and by extension, all Jewish women – we are presenting a letter of the Rebbe appropriate for these occasions.
Polar Vortex To Bring Extremely Cold Temperatures Across the State Starting Thursday Night
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today urged New Yorkers to prepare for a bought of dangerous outdoor conditions as a polar vortex will bring extremely cold temperatures to several areas of the state beginning Thursday night.
Chabad Chayil in Miami Granted Permits For $10 Million Building
Chabad Chayil in Miami, run by Rabbi Moishe and Laylah Kievman, has received permits from the city to go ahead with the construction of a $10 Million building.
Another De Blasio Legacy, Placing Politics in the NYPD Precincts
On Thursday, New York City Mayor Bill De Blasio announced a change to the way precinct commanders would be chosen, adding local precinct councils in the decision-making process.
JLI Rolls Out Multiple Initiatives to Honor Landmark Farbrengen 50 Years Ago Today
To celebrate this day that serves as the very DNA of the Rohr Jewish Learning Institute and which they consider to be their “birthday,” JLI is celebrating by rolling out a host of new initiatives and opportunities.
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Winter Storm Barreling Toward Northeast May Cover NYC With Four Inches of Snow
A winter storm is poised to strike New York City early next week — with an early forecast of four inches on the Big Apple, according to forecasts. Snow and sleet will likely begin falling Monday as the Mid-Atlantic storm rolls east and intensifies, according to experts who said the weather “raises alarm bells.”
Designer Mushky Polak helped create a princess-themed box, which comes with a miniature illustrated children’s booklet. Vivid colors and the message, “You make the world brighter,” are displayed on the box.
Box, Book and Candles: Gift Set Motivates Girls to Light Before Shabbat
A few years after successfully organizing women around the world to distribute about 100,000 boxes provided by Rabbi Shlomo Friedman, administrator of the Lubavitch Youth Organization, Friedman decided that he wanted to provide something specifically for younger girls, in line with the Rebbe’s vision.
Hadar Hatorah YeshivaCation A Resounding Success
Hadar Hatorah’s recent Winter YeshivaCation was packed with students from all over the United States and Canada. Despite numerous challenges initially, the program turned out to be a tremendous success.
New Engagement!
Yudi Halevy (Israel) and Riki Rimler (Crown Heights) L’Chaim: Thursday night at 1349 President Street Downstairs
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