Hadar Hatorah Announce Purim Raffle Winners
The 16 lucky winners of Hadar Hatorah’s 19th annual Purim raffle, the proceeds of which benefit the Crown Heights Yeshiva under the auspices of the NCFJE, have been announced:
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Video: Slow-mo Purim in Crown Heights
Photographer Mendel Grossbaum set out on to capture Purim on streets of Crown Heights in a unique way, what he came away with was a slow motion montage that really illustrates the joy of the holiday.
Sumy B’Puraya – Kibutz Goliyos in Yerushalayim
Despite the raging snowstorm outside, the Jewish community in Sumy, Ukraine warmed themselves with a festive Seudas Purim prepared by the local Shluchim Rabbi Yechiel S. and Rochi Levitansky with the theme of kibutz goliyos in Yerushalayim.
Purim in Kharkov Unhindered by Storms & Frigid Weather
Despite the snow storms and frigid cold weather thousands of people filled the Kharkov circus to hear the megilla and enjoy a full program in true Jewish Purim spirit.
Photos: Purim in Russia’s Capital
Thousands of Shalach Manos, Nonstop Megilla readings, bringing joy to the elderly, lonely and Jewish prisoners. Thousands of Jews were swept up in holiday spirit in Russia’s capitol of Moscow.
New Engagement!
Yossel Rosenberg (Monsey, NY) and Gitty Oberlander (Budapest, Hungary)
Yeshiva College and Our Big Kitchen Host Gala
Yeshiva College and Our Big Kitchen hosted their annual Gala Dinner at Sydney’s International Convention Centre, in honour of Harry Triguboff’s 85th birthday. Over one thousand guests attended the event .
Israeli Court Allows Jewish Prayer on Temple Mount
In a precedent-setting ruling an Israeli magistrate court judge ruled that the police “must make sure that Jews are able to pray on the Temple Mount” – in a ruling replete with harsh criticism of the police’s policies on the Temple Mount.
8:00pm: What Is the Rebbe’s Opinion on Homebirth?
This week’s edition of MyLife: Chassidus Applied with Rabbi Simon Jacobson, Episode 204, will air tonight, Sunday, here on CrownHeights.info, beginning at 8:00pm. This week Rabbi Jacobson will address the topics: How To Create Balance Between Tznius and Maintaining a Strong Emotional Passion Between Spouses? Is It Important to the Rebbe That I Live in Crown Heights? Is There Such a Thing as Healthy Anger? Should We Be Following Health Guidelines Regarding Time Between Pregnancies? What Is the Rebbe’s Opinion on Homebirth? How Do I Deal with a Spouse Who Does Not Share My Need for Emotional Connection?
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Shraga and Fraydee (nee Boyarsky) Putter (Crown Heights)
Outrage Over “Party” on Purim Eve
A “party” hosted on Purim eve was reminiscent of the party that was hosted by King Achashverosh, replete with mingling, food, live music and even a belly dancer, has drawn widespread shock and outrage – even forcing a Kashrus agency to rethink their policies for parties at venues they certify, and the venue to distance itself from the event.
New Engagement!
David Feinberg (Johannesburg, South Africa) and Mushky Israel (Sydney, Australia)
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Yochonon and Rozi (nee Varon) Goldman (
Photos: Purim in the Chabad Houses of Paris
Thousands of Jews in Paris, France felt the joy of Purim through the dozens of Chabad Houses spread throughout the capitol city. With Megillah readings, Mivtzoim and the distribution of Shalach Manot througout the streets of the city.
New Engagement!
Mendy Labkowski (Buffalo, NY) and Chaya Mushka (bas Levi) Vaisfiche (Montreal, Canada)
New Engagement!
Yanky Delevkowitz (Crown Heights) and Chaya Nash (Crown Heights)
Kosher Cooking Competition Draws Hundreds, Raises Thousands
While most were winding down their weekend, the party was only getting started at Cheder Chabad in Upper Park Heights. On Feb. 25, the school hosted its first annual Kosher Cooking Competition, turning the historic former Beth Jacob synagogue into a loud, colorful and aromatic gathering place for the community to witness more than 30 contestants vie not only for bragging rights, but a kitchen makeover worth an estimated $20,000.
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