BDE: Shaina Gittel Astrin, OBM
With great sadness we report the passing of Shaina Gittel Astrin OBM, a member of the Crown Heights Chabad community and active member of Nshei Chabad.
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Here’s My Story: Stories of Our Sages
Gershon Burkis, a former member of the Lod Religious Council, founded the “Machanayim Library,” a series of Jewish children’s books featuring authentic stories. He was interviewed in June 2015.
Is One Allowed to Gain From Non-Kosher Foods?
Online Smicha resents a video Shiur by Rabbi Nachman Wilhelm of Machon Lehoraa Online Smicha, discussing whether or not one is allowed to gain from not Kosher foods and the different perspectives on this topic.
Derher: A Historic Transition
As we come closer to Yud Shevat, read about the events of the year between the Frierdiker Rebbe’s histalkus and the Rebbe’s Kabolas Hanesius.
In Time for Yud Shevat—Basi Legani Set Re-Released
In honor of yud Shevat, Lahak Hanochos has announced the release of a new-and-improved set of Basi Legani Maamarim which was until now out of stock. Also, the story of those maamarim—and this year’s kovetz.
Judi Weinstein, Previously Thought Kidnapped, was Murdered on October 7
Kibbutz Nir Oz announced today (Thursday) that Judi Weinstein, a 70-year-old woman who was believed kidnapped on October 7, was in fact murdered by terrorists the day of the massacre and her body has been held in Gaza for nearly three months.
Final Powerball Drawing of 2023 Could Net Possible Winner Almost $800 Million
The penultimate Powerball of 2023 had no jackpot winner Wednesday night, meaning the last drawing of 2023 could net a possible winner almost $800 million.
Twin Girls!
Shua and Anat Weiss from Crown Heights had twin girls!
Chabad Singer Benny Friedman Makes a Visit To Help A Friend And Speak About The Rebbe
The following message was published on X by Hillel Fuld, an American Israeli technology business advisor, blogger, and vlogger, telling of a visit by Chabad singer Benny Friedman at the perfect time.
Everything Wedding has Helped Thousands, Did It Help You?
As we pass the six month mark of Everything Wedding, there’s been nearly 3,000 users and over 5.5 thousand interactions with the website on six continents. Crazy.
Baby Boy!
Nissim and Miriam (nee Bergovoy) Lagziel from Crown Heights had a baby boy!
Governor Hochul Reminds New Yorkers of Upcoming Minimum Wage Increase
Beginning January 1, New York’s Minimum Wage Will Increase to $16-Per-Hour in New York City, Long Island, and Westchester County and $15-Per Hour in the Rest of the State.
JLI: University Students Challenge Rabbi on Belief In God
This was filmed with Rabbi Manis Friedman at JLI’s 17th annual National Jewish Retreat. The questions were presented by Steven Mendelsohn, Keira Weiss.
New Engagement!
Mendy Steinmetz (Sarasota, FL) to Chaya Mushka Lipskier (Surfside, FL) L’Chaim: Tonight, Wednesday, 8:00pm at Ulam Chana 556 Crown St.
“Every Shabbat, I Host Dozens of IDF Soldiers at My Home”
Born in the Golan Heights, Batsheva Cohen was inspired by the teachings of Chabad. She established Chabad in downtown Chevron together with her husband Rabbi Danny, and literally “cooks for an army” as they host large groups of soldiers and civilians. Ever since the war, she’s busier than ever servicing soldiers stationed near Chevron, and helping them to do more mitzvot.
Ahavas Chesed Blood Drive Postponed Due to COVID-19 Outbreak Among Staff at Maimonides Medical Center
Ahavas Chesed, a community organization dedicated to humanitarian causes, regrets to announce the postponement of its scheduled blood drive originally set to take place on 12/27. This decision has been made in response to a COVID-19 outbreak affecting key staff members at Maimonides Medical Center, a crucial partner in facilitating our events.
At A Tefillin Booth, A Mother And Son Bench HaGomel and Discover Who Their Rescuer Was
Manning a Tefillin booth in a shopping mall in Ashdod, Rabbi Michael Taib from Kfar Chabad hears many interesting stories, but one that took place recently was exceptionally unique.
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