Baby Boy!
Shmuel and Shterna (nee Cohen) Pinson (Montreal, Canada)
Baby Boy!
Shmuely and Simcha (nee Elharrar) Reiz (Montreal, Canada)
In Mariupol, Ukraine: Faces on the Frontlines
The southeastern Ukrainian city of Mariupol has been on edge for more than a year now, with the thud of Grad rockets falling in the distance a part of daily life.
Praise for Dignified Differences: A Special Soul
A new book on people with special needs, Dignified Differences: A Special Soul, is being hailed as a revolutionary book, the first of its kind by doctors, educators, directors of Friends Circles and family members.
70 Years Later: Jewish Life Thrives in Germany
Rabbi Yitzchak Mendel Wagner, Shliach to Krefeld, Germany, has learned for over a decade on the phone and through Skype with Rabbi Hershel Finmann, Shliach in Detroit, Michigan. A few months ago, Rabbi Finmann, who moderates his own radio talk show, The Jewish Hour, came up with the idea to host a lecture on the topic “Jews in Germany 70 Years after the Shoah.”
At Brunch, PTA Discusses Expansion of Efforts
To further the show of support that the PTA received at the recent Annual Oholei Torah Dinner, a PTA brunch was organized in the main ballroom of Oholei Torah this past Sunday afternoon, June 7th, 20 Sivan. Many mothers joined the event, in an effort to become more involved, contribute ideas, and consider how they too can be a part of this vibrant organization.
Boruch Dayan Hoemes: Mrs. Chana Rochel Hurwitz, OBM
With sadness we inform you of the passing of Mrs. Chana Rochel Hurwitz, OBM, of Jerusalem, Israel, matriarch of a large family of Chassidim, Rabbonim and Shluchim all over the world.
Young Men Learn About Successful Job Hunting
This past Wednesday in Crown Heights, some 24 young men gathered to learn about what it takes to land a good job.
Aliya Celebrates 13 with ‘Bar Mitzvah Gala’
Marking thirteen years to its founding, Aliya celebrated with a gala ‘Bar Mitzva’ dinner honoring its supporters and members.
Supreme Court: Jerusalem Not Undisputedly in Israel
The U.S. Supreme Court struck down part of a federal statute Monday that allowed Americans born in Jerusalem to record in their passport “Israel” as the place of birth.
New Engagement!
Avromy Super (Melbourne, Australia) and Sternie Brook (Miami, FL)
Students Collect $1,500 in Pennies for Nepal
Have you ever heard of a war where everyone wins? Lubavitcher Yeshiva Academy (LYA) at 1148 Converse Street in Longmeadow, MA was recently involved in a battle between the grades to benefit all. This event is called Penny Wars. LYA students, toddlers through eighth grade, raised almost $1500.00 in pennies, nickels, dimes and quarters in seven days. Proceeds were donated to Chabad of Nepal to benefit the earthquake victims.
Chabad Of South Broward Expands Facility
Chabad of South Broward, located at 1295 East Hallandale Beach Blvd in Hallandale, FL, is nearing completion on renovations to its headquarters. The $500,000 expansion project will increase the capacity of the Chai Tots Preschool to 140 children, the Hallandale Hebrew Club to 200 children, and Camp Gan Israel to 300 children.
Photos: Boys Compete in the Chidon Hamitzvos
Yeshiva students from around the world took part in an exciting competition, marking its second year since its return.
8:00pm: Our Yeshiva System; Dating Advice; Lashon Hara
This week’s edition of MyLife: Chassidus Applied with Rabbi Simon Jacobson, Episode 70, will air tonight, Sunday, here on CrownHeights.info, beginning at 8:00pm. This week, Rabbi Jacobson will address the topics: Our Yeshiva System (Continued); Dating Advice; Lashon Hara.
Now Live: Chidon Sefer Hamitzvos Game Show
Taking place now in Crown Heights, contestants from around the world are facing off in a competition displaying their knowledge in the Halachos in the Sefer Hamitzvos. The amazing even is coming to a conclusion with a final competition and the event is being broadcasted live here on CrownHeights.info.
Video: The Early Days of Chabad on Campus
A reader brought to our attention this fascinating video on YouTube: a vivid portrayal of the activities of Rabbi Yoseph Samuels and the Chabad House at the University of Washington, filmed in 1975.
