New Engagement!
Shmuli Dukes (Chicago, IL) to Sheina Simonowitz (Brazil/Chicago, IL)
Singapore To Host First Ever CYP Encounter Asia Shabbaton
Young Jewish Professionals from around the world are converging for a once-in-a-lifetime weekend in Singapore, discovering the local culture and community while meeting their fellow Jewish peers from across Asia and beyond.
Here’s My Story: You May Be Right, But Don’t Fight
After serving as a Chabad emissary in New Jersey for eleven years, Rabbi Yisroel Brod moved to Israel where he worked on expanding and developing Chabad’s outreach activities. Presently, he serves as a consultant and coach to Chabad emissaries worldwide. He was interviewed in November 2023.
No Injuries After Menorah Fire In Crown Heights Apartment
Crown Heights Shomrim, Hatzalah, and the fire department all responded to a Carroll Street building Wednesday night after a Chanukah Menorah in an apartment window went from a controlled flame to a conflagration.
Spreading the Light: Food Packages Distributed in Moscow to Families in Need
At the request of Russia’s Chief Rabbi, assistance to the Jewish community was increased this Yom Tov, with thousands of packages distributed at the Chesed Center of Moscow.
Born in Philly, the Public Menorah Turns 50
So was born, 50 years ago, the public menorah. Today, the Chabad-Lubavitch movement erects some 15,000 giant Chanukah menorahs on public squares from Washington, D.C., to Vienna, to Melbourne.
Safe Tech Crown Heights Announces Chanukah Hours
Safe Tech Crown Heights will operate daily with modified hours during Chanukah to serve students and visitors. From 24 Kislev (December 25) through 2 Teves (January 2, 2025), the office at 399 Kingston Ave. (inside the Flash store) will be open from 2-4 PM.
Ukrainian President Lights Chanukah Candles with Chabad
On the occasion of the beginning of the Hanukkah holiday, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy took part in the Hanukkah candle-lighting ceremony together with the rabbis of Ukraine.
Video of the Day
Following an age old tradition of playing chess on Nittel Nacht, Rabbi Borenstein of Oholei Torah’s eighth grade took on not one, but a large number of students in a chess match, all at once.
New Engagement!
Zalmy Glassner (Melbourne, Australia) to Rivki Krinsky (Melbourne, Australia) L’Chaim: Monday, Dec. 30th, 9:00pm at 2/ 303 Glen Eira Rd, Elsternwick 3161
LIVE at 5:00PM: “Menorah In The D” Event Taking Place LIVE In Detroit
Live at 5:00pm: A live broadcast of the 14th annual Menorah lighting ceremony in downtown Detroit, called “Menorah in the D”. Featuring a full and exciting program to enhance your Chanukah.
Light of the Soul, A Dance Track For Chanukah 5785
Listen to this Chanukah Dance Track for 5785 created by Pen of the Soul.
LIVE at 5:00PM: National Menorah Lighting in Washington D.C.
Join the live broadcast of the lighting ceremony of the National Chanukah Menorah located on the Ellipse at the White House in Washington D.C. Featuring musical performances by the “Pershing’s Own United States Army Band” and “The Three Cantors”.
Giant Lego Menorah Will Warm Toronto at Community-Wide Hanukkah Celebration
The Jewish Russian Community Centre of Ontario (JRCC) will host the GTA`s central Hanukkah celebration with the lighting of a giant Hanukkah menorah built entirely out of Lego.
Hatzalah and Shomrim Release Chanukah Safety Tips For the Community
Stay Safe, Stay Healthy! Crown Heights Hatzalah and Crown Heights Shomrim have released tips for the community to stay safe this Chanukah.
Subsidized Bus Transportation To The Ohel to Be Provided Throughout Chanukah
Subsidized bus transportation to and from the Ohel and Crown Heights will be provided throughout Chanukah this year.
Public Menorahs Turn 50
15,000 Public Menorahs will be placed by Chabad this year, 50 years since the first public Menorah at Independence Hall.
