Shabbos at the Besht: Two Types of Cries
This Shabbos at the Besht, Rabbi Boruch Jacobson will lead a discussion on the topic: The two types of cries that can be heard from the heart of every Jew on Rosh Hashana.
Dear Mr. Mayor: Please Don’t Give Us Another Holiday
by Chani Vogel
Dear Mayor Bloomberg,
I am a lifetime resident of this great city of New York. I have grown up with all the mayors in NY starting with Lindsay, going on to Beame, Koch, Dinkins, Giuliani, and now you. I want to explain something to you. I know that politicians have an unusually strong sense of determination, which gives them the drive to forge ahead of typical people and place themselves into positions of power. I get it. I really do.
Crown Heights Anash Conclude a Year of Mivtzoim
More than 100 members of Anash gathered this past motzei Shabbos for a special farbrengen and Melava Malka at the home of Rabbi and Mrs. Moshe Kugel to conclude a year full of growth in the Rebbe’s mivtzoim and strengthen each other for the upcoming year.
Rosh Hashanah with the Rebbe: What It Was Like
What was it like to stand by the Rebbe on Rosh Hashanah? What was it like to see him blow the shofar? CrownHeights.info and the Avner Institute present the following collection of short stories and anecdotes by Rabbi Yossi Lew, Shliach to Atlanta, which reveal incredible moments with the Rebbe.
Monsey Seminar Inspires Guests from Russia
As reported yesterday, a delegation from the Jewish community in Moscow, Russia spent an uplifting Shabbos Slichos in New York. On Sunday, the visitors traveled to Monsey, where they participated in a seminar titled “Repentance Through Happiness,” which was prepared especially for them.
Using Clint Eastwood's famous empty chair, Mendy Pellin finds an intriguing way to convince his fellow Jews not to miss Shul this Rosh Hashanah.
Video: No Empty Chairs!
Using Clint Eastwood‘s famous empty chair, Mendy Pellin finds an intriguing way to convince his fellow Jews not to miss Shul this Rosh Hashanah.
Bloomberg’s Ban on Large Sodas Becomes Law
NY1
The city Board of Health today has approved Mayor Michael Bloomberg‘s plan to ban large sugary drinks. The panel voted 8-0 with one abstention this morning in favor of the plan to prohibit restaurants, movie theaters and other establishments from selling sugar-filled drinks larger than 16 ounces. All members of the board were appointed by the mayor.
Kansas City Jewish Chronicle
The Chabad Center for Jewish Life in Lawrence, KS has launched a live Sunday Jewish Radio show, “The Schmooze” on KLWN News Talk 1320 AM. The first show aired Sunday, Aug. 26. “This is the first time in Lawrence history that a Jewish radio show is on the air,” said Rabbi Zalman Tiechtel, director of Chabad at KU.
Chabad at University of Kansas Launches Radio Show
Kansas City Jewish Chronicle
The Chabad Center for Jewish Life in Lawrence, KS has launched a live Sunday Jewish Radio show, “The Schmooze” on KLWN News Talk 1320 AM. The first show aired Sunday, Aug. 26. “This is the first time in Lawrence history that a Jewish radio show is on the air,” said Rabbi Zalman Tiechtel, director of Chabad at KU.
Benny to Release New Album: Yesh Tikvah!
Almost three years after Jewish music lovers everywhere first got a taste of Benny Friedman with his debut album, Taamu, the talented singer is set to release his newest collection of musical gems, much to the delight of his loyal legions of fans worldwide.
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Weekly Photo: From Days Gone By
CrownHeights.info and Lubavitch Archives present this vintage photograph of an elderly Chossid with Cheder children and a woman seated by their side. Can you identify those in the picture, when and where it was taken?
Answer to last week’s photo in the extended article.
NYC: Parental Consent Required for Metzitzah B’Peh
The board of health before the vote. Photo: VIN News.
The New York City Department of Health voted today to require parental consent when metzitzah b’peh is performed as part of a circumcision.
Darchei Teachers Rewarded for Excellence
On Wednesday, September 12, at Darchai Menachem’s “Meet the Teachers” evening, four staff members were recognized for their dedicated efforts and were presented with the prestigious Eisenberg Award.
“I’m a Jew and I’m Proud…” rang in the air on West End Ave. as Jews in Manhattan Beach, Brooklyn celebrating the completion of a new Torah Scroll. Children carrying flags, torches and theme balloons eagerly embraced and kissed the new Torah as they sang out loud in English and Russian.
Jewish Pride in the Streets of Manhattan Beach
“I’m a Jew and I’m Proud…” rang in the air on West End Ave. as Jews in Manhattan Beach, Brooklyn celebrating the completion of a new Torah Scroll. Children carrying flags, torches and theme balloons eagerly embraced and kissed the new Torah as they sang out loud in English and Russian.
This fantastic new edition of the 'Elevate Series' explores the deeper meaning of yet another holiday - Rosh Hashanah. The film is orated by three Shluchim and educators from South Florida: Rabbi Chay Amar - Shliach in Golden Beach, Rabbi Yossi Srugo - Mohel and Shliach in Aventura, and Rabbi Yakov Garfinkel - Program Director of Lubavitch Educational Center.
Video: The Meaning of Rosh Hashanah
This fantastic new edition of the ‘Elevate Series’ explores the deeper meaning of yet another holiday – Rosh Hashanah. The film is orated by three Shluchim and educators from South Florida: Rabbi Chay Amar – Shliach in Golden Beach, Rabbi Yossi Srugo – Mohel and Shliach in Aventura, and Rabbi Yakov Garfinkel – Program Director of Lubavitch Educational Center.
On this date 24 years ago, 24 Elul 5748 (1988), a crowd of Anash and supporters gathered for a ceremony on an empty lot on the corner of Crown St. and Albany Ave.
Flashback: Groundbreaking for ULY Crown St. in 1988
On this date 24 years ago, 24 Elul 5748 (1988), a crowd of Anash and supporters gathered for a ceremony on an empty lot on the corner of Crown St. and Albany Ave.
For the fifth year in a row, a delegation of over 100 members of the Moscow Jewish community visited Crown Heights to spend Shabbos Slichos in the Rebbe's courtyard.
Uplifting Shabbos Slichos for Moscow Delegation
For the fifth year in a row, a delegation of over 100 members of the Moscow Jewish community visited Crown Heights to spend Shabbos Slichos in the Rebbe’s courtyard.
Photos: Second Graders Visit the Sofer
The second grade class of Lubavitcher Yeshiva-Crown St. visited the sofer, in honor of the month of Elul – when it’s customary to bring your Tefilin and Mezuzos in for checking. The trip was part of the Yeshiva’s new ‘hands-on learning’ initiative.
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