As the war in Ukraine continues into its third year and rockets continue to fall in Kyiv and Kharkov—the country’s two largest cities—the question was would anyone come to celebrate Purim? Would they brave a city with no electricity and no subway service? Would they chance being at the synagogue when sirens went off?
Empire Shtiebel kicked off celebrating Purim after the Megilah reading this year with an exciting Balloon show for all.
The evening promises an incredible lineup of alumnae sharing powerful firsthand accounts, showcasing the global impact that stems from Associated Beth Rivkah Schools. Unite with Bais Rivkah Alumnae worldwide who are breaking records and changing our world.
Rabbi Menachem Mendel Landa was a chassidishe yid through and through. He is survived by his wife and 4 young children, to whom he dedicated his life above all else.
As we once again begin learning Rambam from the beginning for the 44th time and as we approach 40 years since the launch of Mivtza Rambam on Acharon Shel Pesach 5744, Vaad Or Vechom Hahiskashrus is pleased to share an overview of the Rebbe’s launch of Takonas Horambam, and its development over the years.
After encountering many non-Jewish students who were curious about Judaism and wished to convert, Rabbi Laibel Wolf approached the Rebbe for advice.
Today we are finishing the 43rd cycle of the daily Rambam and Sefer Hamitzvos. In just a few weeks, on Acharon Shel Pesach, it will be exactly 40 years since the beginning of this special takana.
With great sadness we report the passing of Rabbi Menachem Mendel Landa, a shliach in Toronto, and father of four young children. He passed away on Tuesday, the 16th of Adar II, 5784, following an extended illness. Updated with Levaya information
Schneur and Devorah (nee Goldberg) Greenwald from Crown Heights had a baby boy!
On behalf of your Crown Heights neighbors, friends and relatives, we would like to extend our most heartfelt thanks to the hundreds of people and families who stopped by the “Stock Porch” and so generously donated Matanos L’evyonim, as well as to the hundreds who donated online.
Yom Chadash takes you on a musical journey through all the unique parts of Klal Yisrael, blending them into a beautiful tapestry of Achdus and Unity. Yom Chadash was composed by Yitzy Waldner, and features English, Hebrew, and Yiddish sections, representing the full spectrum of Klal Yisrael.
Chabad, and the Crown Heights Jewish community, was featured on Galileo, a German YouTube channel with 3.24 Million subscribers. Rabbi Yoni Katz of Crown Heights hosted the crew and toured the community with them.
The US did not use its veto against a UN Security Council Resolution demanding an immediate ceasefire in Gaza during the month of Ramadan and calling for the immediate release of all hostages held by Hamas, allowing the resolution to pass.
The Morristown anash community hosted its annual Grand Purim Party this past motzei Shabbos at the Rabbinical College of America. The Purim party is a long standing tradition and the most highly anticipated and attended community event of the year.
CARES, a well-known social services organization in the Jewish community, is excited to announce the launch of a hiring initiative for its Family Peer Support Services (FPSS) program.
Thousands of Mishloach Manos and uncounted leinings of Megillas Esther this year in Bais Lubavitch of Paris.
Crown Heights photographer Rachel Miriam Silverman captured the faces and costumes on the streets of the Shchuna Purim day.
