Ohr Shalom Benefits Diabetic Jews in Perm

PERM, Russia [FJC] — Since October 2006, the Jewish community of Perm established the “Ohr Shalom” program to honor the memory of Shalom Davidovich Krepak. The objective of this program is to aid Jews who suffer from diabetes and are in need of financial assistance.

This humanitarian program is made possible thanks to the generous sponsorship of Leonid Krepak, the son of Shalom Krepak. Since this initiative got underway, Leonid Krepak has been an enthusiastic supporter of the local community by rendering assistance to the community on several fronts. He continues to provide funds for the purchase of food, medication, and specialized medical equipment. This aid offers a feeling of security to beneficiaries of the Ohr Shalom program.

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Mazal Tov! – It’s A Boy!

We would like to wish Mazal Tov to Moishe and Sarale (nee Hecht) Chanowitz (Crown Heights) on the birth of their firstborn son.

May the newborn be a source of Nachas to his parents, grandparents and Klal Yisroel.

Mazal Tov! – New Engagement!

We would like to wish Mazal Tov to Levi Yitzchok Yanni (Brunoy, France) and Henny (bas R Mendel) Schechter (Crown Heights) on their engagement.

The L’Chaim will IYH be Tuesday night at Lubavitcher Yeshiva, 570 Crown St [hall entrance on Albany Ave].

English Community Prepares for Holiday With Dead Sea Scrolls Lecture

By Chana Kroll

New York University professor Lawrence H. Schiffman addresses the Beis Menachem Community Centre in Manchester, England.

Few if any archaeological finds in the past century have elicited the interest or controversy that has surrounded the Dead Sea Scrolls. With that in mind, Jewish residents of Manchester, England, sat down to learn more about the scrolls, and what they can and cannot tell researchers, from one of the world’s leading scholars on the topic, New York University professor Lawrence H. Schiffman.

Reminder: Don’t Forget To Make An Eruv Tavshilin

It is forbidden on a holiday to do any act in preparation for the following day,1 even if the following day is Shabbat. However, the sages created a halachic device, called an eruv tavshilin, which allows one to cook food on a holiday day for use on a Shabbat that immediately follows it.

Siyum HaShas at 79!

by Yonit Tanenbaum

CROWN HEIGHTS, Brooklyn [CHI] — After nineteen long years of taking it one “Amud” at a time, “Zaidy” Wilansky, 78, celebrated the commendable undertaking of learning the entire Shas in depth.

On Sunday afternoon, the Kolel Tiferes Zekenim met in 770 for a Siyum in honor of Reb Yehoshua Wilansky’s completion of the Shas. “This is something that does not happen very often,” said his 23-year-old grandson, Eli Wilansky. The Siyum was dedicated to Wilansky’s mother, Sara bas Yehoshua, whose Yahrtzeit was on the 23rd of Iyar.

Op-Ed: It’s 3AM… Can you outdo negative with positive?

I can’t sleep, I’m tossing and turning, my mind is racing with all sorts of crazy thoughts. I’m frustrated, upset, and my head is beginning to spin.

I moved to Crown Heights five years ago after me and my wife (from out of town) got married. We loved it here. I work, Daven and shop in Crown Heights. I am your typical “survivor” or simple guy, one that works hard to cover my basic expenses. I’m young, full of energy and already have a small family. I feel that were ever I live I should help, care, give back and create a better community. (I currently volunteer in two local organizations.)

But recently I began to ask myself WHY?

No Restraining Order, Both Groups Sitting in the Offices

CROWN HEIGHTS, Brooklyn [CHI] — Lawyers for the Lang Vaad appeared today in court for a arguments on the matter of the Temporary Restraining Order, which they wanted to have reinstated until the hearings on June 3rd on the matter of elections.

In an appearance before the lower courts the judge turned down the request, the then scene repeated itself again in appeals court with the judge turning down the request. The original date set for June 3rd still stands and both parties can be in the office until then.

Surveillance Video – Oholei Torah Dorm Robbery

Surveillance video helped Shomrim and the Bochurim quickly identify who their suspect was and foster his arrest. The surveillance system was made possible by a grant from homeland security and was installed by SafeZone24, a local Lubavitch owned company.

A World United in Learning, Lezcus Levi Yitzchak ben Tzirel

On behalf of Levi, we would like to thank all those who said Tehillim and gave Tzedakah for him today. Baruch Hashem, Levi’s health is improving and every day he is becoming stronger. His doctors are optimistic. However, we still need to continue saying tehiilim giving, Tzedakah and learning torah in his honor.

To continue the momentum, and to increase his health, there will be a Shiur for Torah on the night of Erev Shavous, Wednesday evening, May 27, at 9:30pm, with Rabbi YY Jacobson, uniting the whole world in learning.

You can participate and watch the class at www.TheYeshiva.net
To listen via telephone, please call: 1-616-347-8000. Access code: 1007852#