The Day-to-Day Halachah Guide for Chanukah
A Day-by-Day Halachic Guide by Horav Yosef Yeshaya Braun, shlita, Member of the Badatz of Crown Heights has now been released with detailed instructions on the laws and customs for Chanukah.
First Ever Menorah Parade in Marine Park
Thursday night, the first night of Chanukah, boasted a hugely successful Menorah Parade in Marine Park.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky kindled the first lamp on the silver olive oil menorah in the presidential palace in Kyiv.
Volodymyr Zelensky Kindles Menorah in Ukraine’s Presidential Palace
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky celebrated the start of Chanukah this evening in the presidential palace in the capital city of Kyiv. Taking the wax shammash helper candle in his hands, Zelensky, who is Jewish, himself kindled the first lamp on the silver olive oil menorah.
New Engagement!
Shmili Kulski (Paris, Fance) to Haya Sitbon (Sarcelles, France)
The world's first menorah-lightings of 2023 took place in New Zealand. Photo: Chabad of New Zealand
‘Let There Be Light’: First Night of Chanukah 2023 in Photos
This year has seen a surge in public Chanukah displays and Jewish pride, with many more individuals planning to light their menorahs in visible places, such as their doors or windows, with more confidence and resolve than ever before. During these eight days, Chabad-Lubavitch will reach an estimated 8 million Jews—more than half the worldwide Jewish population.
A man seen on CCTV vandalizing a menorah in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. Source: X/Twitter
Chabad Menorahs in Brooklyn Stolen and Vandalized, NYPD Investigating as Hate Crime
Multiple public menorahs in the Sunset Park neighborhood of Brooklyn, New York were stolen and vandalized, according to a spokesman for the Chabad Jewish movement.
Fear No More: How Social Media Is Igniting Jewish Pride this Chanukah
Shluchim worldwide invite thousands to share Menorah Selfies with Merkos 302’s #LightForIsrael initiative.
Baby Girl!
Shabtai and Mussi (nee Sheinberger) Zakhaim from Hillside, NJ had a baby girl!
Weekly Letter: Women and Chanukah
In the letter we share this week, the Rebbe’s encouraging words speak of the women’s significant role in the miracle of Chanukah. The Rebbe focuses in particular on the women’s self sacrifice in the observance of the laws of tznius.
Crown Heights Shomrim Releases Chanukah Safety Tips and A Security Update
Crown Heights Shomrim has released safety tips for Chanukah as well as a Security Update due to the ongoing tensions in Israel.
New Engagement!
Levi Hababou (Paris, France) to Anaelle Malih (Paris, France)
New Single From Eli Marcus “Chasoif”
Listen to this new single released by Jewish singer Eli Marcus, “Chasoif”.
“What Is Hei Teves?”
On Hei Teves, we celebrate the victory of Agudas Chassidei Chabad in the trial over the Seforim from the Rebbe’s library, but a deeper examination of the Rebbe’s Sichos and approach to the entire story makes it clear that the significance carried in this episode was much more than met the eye.
LIVE at 5:00PM: Menorah Lighting Event in Detroit
A live broadcast of the 13th annual Menorah lighting ceremony in downtown Detroit, called “Menorah in the D”. Featuring a full and exciting program to enhance your Chanukah.
Here’s My Story: Chanukah Gelt In The Spring
Rabbi Doctor Elie Cohen served as a longtime professor of mathematics and statistics in the Concordia University of Montreal. Until his passing in February 2021, he would also deliver Torah classes regularly. He was interviewed in May 2013.
Video of the Day
Watch this video by photographer Chaim Tuitto as he joins Chabad representatives erecting a giant, brightly lit Menorah in the Gaza strip.
Alternate Side Parking Suspended for A Holiday
Alternate side parking (street cleaning) regulations are suspended on Friday, December 8, 2023 for a holiday.
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