New Engagement!
Mendel Green (Crown Heights) to Sarale Aber (Crown Heights)
Fire Destroys Two Sukkahs Friday Night on Eastern Parkway
A fire that broke out due to Shabbos candles destroyed two Sukkahs at 935 Eastern Parkway Friday night. No one was injured in the conflagration.
GOOD RIDDANCE: Hamas Leader Yahya Sinwar Dead
In an exchange of fire over Yom Tov, Israeli troops finally put an end to the life of Yahya Sinwar, the leader of Hamas and orchestrator of the October 7th attack.
Chabad History With Rabbi Dalfin – R’ Shlomo Chaim’s Message
Rabbi Chaim Dalfin, author and Chasidic historian shares interesting facts, many revealed for the first time. The purpose of his program is to inspire all but especially the youth. Watch another installment here on CrownHeights.info.
Over 500 Families have Food this Yom Tov
Thank you for partnering with CSSY and ensuring over 500 families had food for Rosh Hashanah and before and after Yom Kippur.
A Sukkos Activity For Children, and Adults
We present an enjoyable activity for children that can be printed for each each day of Sukkos. The activity includes a poem each day for that day’s ushpizin.
New Engagement!
Mendel Telsner (Crown Heights) and Tonia Minkowicz (Crown Heights)
Chesed Releases Hospital Sukkah Guide For 5785
Chesed Of Williamsburg has released their annual Hospital Sukkah Guide for 5784, with updates and corrections since last year.
Alternate Side Parking Suspended on October 17th-18th
Alternate side parking (street cleaning) is suspended on Thursday-Friday, October 17-18 for Succoth (2 Days). Meters remain in effect.
Weekly Story: Simchas Beis Hasho’eiva Part 1of 3
I am posting the first part of a Sukkos farbrengen that I had heard from Reb Yisroel Friedman Sukkos 5771 (1990) and published a year later. Bezras Hashem for Chol Hamoed and then for Shemini Atzeres, Simchas Torah and Shabbos Bereishis, I will post additional sections of that farbrengen.
Weekly Dvar Torah: The Joy of Returning Home
In this week’s Dvar Torah, Rabbi Katzman walks us through the progression of the high holidays and the ultimate joy of Simchas Torah.
JFA Publishes Election Update, 400 Newly Registered Voters in The Last Four Months
As of October 10th, there are approximately 6,500-6,800 registered Anash voters in Crown Heights, a historic high. In the 2020 Presidential Election, about 4,438 Anash voters participated.
DOT Penalizes Lufthansa $4 Million for Violating The Civil Rights of Jewish Passengers
The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) today announced a $4 million penalty against Lufthansa for discriminating against Jewish passengers who were traveling from New York City through Frankfurt to Budapest in May 2022.
Girls’ Mivtza Lulav – Our Spiritual Ammunition
As in past years, the Girls’ Mivtza Lulav Center will be open this Chol Hamoed, making Mivtzoim supplies available for girls, women, and families. Locals and guests are encouraged to get involved!
Weekly Letter: Permeate The Joy of Sukkos Year Round
As we celebrate Succos – the “Season of our Rejoicing” – the Rebbe’s timely letter reminds us to permeate this joy – year round, into our of Torah and mitzvos.
Famed Israeli Singer Itzik Dadya Films Music Video in Crown Heights
Dancing on Kingston Ave is hardly a novel thing during Tishrei, but dancing to Israeli singer Itzik Dadya in person and LIVE on Kingston Ave most definitely is.
In Response To Rising Hate, Young Jewish Leaders Launch Global Mezuzah Campaign
The campaign, which kicked off with a virtual launch event attended by CYP Ambassadors worldwide, aims to empower young Jews to inspire others to affix mezuzahs on their doorposts, a powerful statement of resilience and pride.
