Empowering Women in Judaism: 5 Incredible Stories of the Lubavitcher Rebbe
How the Lubavitcher Rebbe worked to empower and include women and girls in Judaism, their relationship with God, and reconciling feminism with traditional Jewish rituals.
Nostalgia: Camp Scenes From Gan Yisroel Montreal
These images from the 1990’s an Yisroel Montreal will bring back the memories and dreams of thousands of campers that spent their summer months on the grounds in the Canadian mountains.
New State Department Letters Unearthed Surrounding Frierdiker Rebbe and Family’s Situation in 1940
In the government archives there are letters addressed to a U.S. State Department official named Robert T. Pell on the subject of visas for “Chabad hierarchy.” This gives us an idea of the behind the scenes situation of the FR escape, his family stuck in Warsaw, and the Rebbe & Rebbetzin in Paris.
First Collaboration of its Kind in Russia: Jewish Medicine and Education
As the academic year drew to a close, graduates of the architecture and interior design program at the Machon Chamesh Jewish University presented an elaborate and unusual exhibition.
Beis Hamikdash Shiurim in Crown Heights
Daily shiurim on the halachos of the Beis Hamikdash are taking place in many of the Crown Heights shuls. These shiurim are organized by the Lubavitch Youth Organization, in fulfillment of the Rebbe’s directive to increase in the study of Beis Hamikdash-related subjects during the Three Weeks.
Crown Heights Survey, 50+ Parking Spaces to be Eliminated
The Department of Transportation (DOT) has recently proposed converting Kingston and Brooklyn Avenues into single lanes from Empire Blvd to Winthrop St to establish protected bike lanes. The JFA is gathering community feedback on this proposal.
Rabbi Gershon Nof, A Talmid Chocham, Yirei Shamayim, Grandson of R Pinye Rakshiker
Author and Historian Rabbi Chaim Dalfin gives a tribute to Rabbi Gershon Nof OBM, a Tamud Chochom, Yirei Shamayim, and a grandson of R’ Pinye Rakshiker.
Families Of Hostages Who Accompanied Netanyahu To Washington Visit 770
In a moving moment Friday, the families of hostages being held in Gaza made a visit to 770 Eastern Parkway as part of their visit to the United States with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Picture of the Day
Shliach of the Rebbe the Israeli army, Rabbi Gershom Ohana and his son, visited the speaker of the Knesset Amir Ohana and gave a gift of the new book “Make Peace”. The book outlines the Rebbe’s view towards peace in the land of Israel.
JLI: Does Faith Make You More Resilient? Psychologist Explains
Join Dr. Andrew Shatte and Rabbi Pinchas Taylor in a deep discussion about resilience, spirituality, and overcoming adversity.
New Engagement!
Yekusiel Zushe Vigler (Brooklyn, NY) to Sarah Feiga Ehrenreich (Nyack, NY) L’Chaim: Tuesday, June 30th, 7:30pm at Ulam Chana 556 Crown Street
Oholei Torah’s Yeshivas Kayitz Gan Menachem Poses for Group Photo
Oholei Torah’s Yeshivas Kayitz Gan Menachem poses for a group photo. 490 talmidim ka”h are attending Yeshivas Kayitz Gan Menachem throughout the summer. An additional 220 boys are enjoying their summer in the Gan Menachem Kiddie Camp division.
TYH Nation Presents: Healing Melodies A New Acapella Album
Healing melodies, a collection of songs appropriate for the introspective time of the year of Bein Hamitzorim.
Chabad History With Rabbi Dalfin – First printed Talmud 1493, Soncino, Italy: Klau Library
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.
BESHT: Parshas Pinchas – איך גיב דאָס איבער יעדערן פון אייך
Shabbos at the BESHT: Rabbi Shlomo Litvin is a Shliach of the Rebbe in Lexington Kentucky. A prolific writer and educator, he speaks internationally on Jewish issues. Rabbi Litvin serves in numerous leadership roles in Kentucky and reaches hundreds of thousands online. he will be giving this week’s shiur on Parshas Pinchas: איך גיב דאָס איבער יעדערן פון אייך.
Baby Boy!
Yossi and Zissel (nee Klein) Chayo from Crown Heights had a baby boy! Shalom Zachor: 332 New York Ave (between President and Union)
A Tribute To Rabbi Shmuel Butman OBM
Author and Historian Rabbi Chaim Dalfin gives an insightful tribute to Rabbi Shmuel Butman OBM who passed away this week.
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