Mazal Tov! – New Engagement!
We would like to wish Mazal Tov to Motti Beenstock (Manchester, U.K.) and Fraidy Zweibel (London, U.K.) on the their engagement.
To submit your Simcha or Mazal Tov please email us at mazaltov@crownheights.info!
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Alternate Side Parking Suspended Tuesday
Alternate side parking (street cleaning) regulations will be suspended on Tuesday, December 23, 2008, for snow removal. All other regulations, including parking meters, remain in effect.
Click here for the 2009 Alternate Side Parking Regulations Suspension Calendar
OAHU, HI [CHI] — For its second year running, Hawaii had a car Menorah parade with over 25 cars in participation! Beginning from the Kaimuki High School on the Oahu Island, then running down Waikik and through downtown Honolulu, spreading the light of Chanukah in urban Hawaii.
More pictures in the Extended Article!
25 Menorah Car Parade in… Hawaii!
OAHU, HI [CHI] — For its second year running, Hawaii had a car Menorah parade with over 25 cars in participation! Beginning from the Kaimuki High School on the Oahu Island, then running down Waikik and through downtown Honolulu, spreading the light of Chanukah in urban Hawaii.
More pictures in the Extended Article!
Chabad Of The Valley Lights Up Universal Citywalk!
UNIVERSAL CITY, CA [CHI] — Chabad of the Valley had another amazing success at its seventh annual Chanuka extravaganza at Universal Studios Citywalk. “Look at the size of this crowd! This is the true definition of Hakhel!”, said Rabbi Yossi Malka of Chabad of Encino as he ascended the lift to kindle the giant 15 foot menorah along with philanthropists Lyle Weisman & Gary Finder. According to Rabbi Mayer Greene, the event’s emcee, the exciting concert and celebration had the participation of those who identify themselves as orthodox, conservative, reform or even unaffiliated Jews. In fact, many temples, day schools and other organizations encouraged their members to participate.
More pictures in the Extended Article!
Photo Gallery: First Chanukah Light in the Capital
More photos in the Extended Article! (Photos by: Israel Bardugo)
Mimulo gives you: Chef Jack Silberstein, Presenting a 5 course Mediterranean gourmet meal from start to finish, along with a morning cocktail.
Learn how to compose each dish and how to present it like a pro. Enjoy each delectable course as we learn culinary secrets from CIA graduate and Award winning Chef Jack.
More event details in the Extended Article!
Gourmet Cooking within your Reach! (A)
Mimulo gives you: Chef Jack Silberstein, Presenting a 5 course Mediterranean gourmet meal from start to finish, along with a morning cocktail.
Learn how to compose each dish and how to present it like a pro. Enjoy each delectable course as we learn culinary secrets from CIA graduate and Award winning Chef Jack.
More event details in the Extended Article!
Menorah lit at the Nashville Predators in Front of 16,457
NASHVILLE, TN [CHI] — On Moitzei Shabbos, Rabbi Yitzchok Tiechtel from the Chabad Center in Nashville, lit a Menorah for the 16,457 people at the Sommet Center stadium, as the Nashville Predators Hockey faced off against the New York Islanders.
As the fans streamed into the stadium, the ice was sparkling clear, the lights were sharp, and a nine foot Menorah stood on the bandstand. The spirit of Chanukah entered the hearts of the most spirited fans, as the first ever Jewish Heritage Night was hosted at the NHL Hockey team in Nashville Tennessee.
S Francisco Union Square Menorah Lighting
S FRANCISCO, CA — Local Jewish community officials, including the Consulate Generals of Israel and India, gathered at a memorial in San Francisco Sunday for a rabbi and his wife who were killed in the Mumbai, India terrorist attacks last week.
More pictures in the Extended Article! (by Chris Hall)
CALGARY, Alberta [CHI] — In honor of the 20th anniversary of Chabad Lubavitch of Alberta, Prime Minister of Canada Stephen Harper will be joining Rabbi Menachem & Rochel Matusof - Head Shluchim to Alberta and the Canadian Federation of Chabad Lubavitch which includes regional Shluchim from across the country for the 20th Annual Calgary Community Menorah Lighting in the City Hall Atrium of Calgary, Alberta.
Prime Minister of Canada Joining 20th Annual Menorah Lighting in Alberta
CALGARY, Alberta [CHI] — In honor of the 20th anniversary of Chabad Lubavitch of Alberta, Prime Minister of Canada Stephen Harper will be joining Rabbi Menachem & Rochel Matusof – Head Shluchim to Alberta and the Canadian Federation of Chabad Lubavitch which includes regional Shluchim from across the country for the 20th Annual Calgary Community Menorah Lighting in the City Hall Atrium of Calgary, Alberta.
PALM BEACH GARDENS, FL [WFLX] — A truly one-of-a-kind menorah in Palm Beach Gardens. Some in the Jewish community kicked off the first night of Hanukah with a deli-made all salami Menorah. Fox 29's Ashley Glass reports.
Take a guess. How many slices of salami does it take to create this, the world's first deli-made Menorah. “130” “150” “It's big.”
The World’s Largest Salami Menorah
PALM BEACH GARDENS, FL [WFLX] — A truly one-of-a-kind menorah in Palm Beach Gardens. Some in the Jewish community kicked off the first night of Hanukah with a deli-made all salami Menorah. Fox 29’s Ashley Glass reports.
Take a guess. How many slices of salami does it take to create this, the world’s first deli-made Menorah. “130” “150” “It’s big.”
SAN CLEMENTE, CA — As children played with slivers of ice this afternoon on the Community Center lawn, a sculptor placed final touches on a 6-foot menorah made of ice.
It prompted Rabbi Mendel Slavin to remind close to 200 people that warmth can answer cold, that light can answer darkness.
Mumbai Massacre Remembered in San Clemente During Chanukah
SAN CLEMENTE, CA — As children played with slivers of ice this afternoon on the Community Center lawn, a sculptor placed final touches on a 6-foot menorah made of ice.
It prompted Rabbi Mendel Slavin to remind close to 200 people that warmth can answer cold, that light can answer darkness.
Mazal Tov! – Its A Girl!
We would like to wish Mazal Tov to Aron and Rochel Pink (Shluchim to Plantation, FL) on the birth of their daughter.
May the newborn be a source of Nachas to her parents, grandparents, relatives and Klal Yisroel
To submit your Simcha or Mazal Tov please email us at mazaltov@crownheights.info!
LARCHMONT, NY — Chanukah begins Sunday evening, December 21, but in Larchmont, the holiday is “ahead of the curve.” The Dreidel House, operated by Rabbi Mendel Silberstein of Larchmont and Mamaroneck’s Chabad, opened on December 8 at 2098 Boston Post Road, the prior home of a Curves exercise studio. The workout machines are gone, replaced with menorahs, dreidels, arts and crafts and Chanukah-themed gifts.
Chanukah Gets a Head Start at The Dreidl House
LARCHMONT, NY — Chanukah begins Sunday evening, December 21, but in Larchmont, the holiday is “ahead of the curve.” The Dreidel House, operated by Rabbi Mendel Silberstein of Larchmont and Mamaroneck’s Chabad, opened on December 8 at 2098 Boston Post Road, the prior home of a Curves exercise studio. The workout machines are gone, replaced with menorahs, dreidels, arts and crafts and Chanukah-themed gifts.
Mazal Tov! – Its A Girl!
We would like to wish Mazal Tov to Shmuel and Shimona Dahan (Montreal, Canada) on the birth of their daughter.
May the newborn be a source of Nachas to her parents, grandparents, relatives and Klal Yisroel
Photo by John Pemberton/The Times-Union
PONTE VEDRA BEACH, FL — Hanukkah isn't the biggest holiday of the year for the Banks family in Mandarin.
“Hanukkah is not in the Torah,” mom Debbie Banks said, referring to holiday's origin in Jewish tradition instead of Scripture. “It's not a very important holiday for us.”
Chanukah Message for Everyone
Photo by John Pemberton/The Times-Union
PONTE VEDRA BEACH, FL — Hanukkah isn’t the biggest holiday of the year for the Banks family in Mandarin.
“Hanukkah is not in the Torah,” mom Debbie Banks said, referring to holiday’s origin in Jewish tradition instead of Scripture. “It’s not a very important holiday for us.”
Mazal Tov! – Its A Boy!
We would like to wish Mazal Tov to Zechariah and Yehudis (nee Berghoff) Davidson (Los Angeles, CA) on the birth of their son.
May the newborn be a source of Nachas to his parents, grandparents, relatives and Klal Yisroel
