Gallery: Birkas Habanim and Erev Yom Kippur in 770
Photographer Dovber Hechtman captured the electric moments of Erev Yom Kippur in 770 as thousands of Bochurim went to the Rebbe for Birkas Habanim.
New Engagement!
Mendel Benhaim (Bonneuil, Paris) to Tanya Alzerah (Villeurbanne, Lyon)
US to Announce Israel’s Joining Visa Waiver Program this Week
The US government is expected to announce this week that the State of Israel is joining the US Visa Waiver Program.
Gallery: Erev Yom Kippur In Moscow
The Jewish community of Moscow was busy Erev Yom Kippur with Kapparos and the day’s preparations.
Tenathon Releases Incredible “Eishes Chayil” Medley
A musical tribute to all the Ten Yad Kallahs – by Jewish music superstars showcasing a medley of the most beautiful Eishel Chayil tunes for the third annual Tenathon.
JEM: A Special Yom Kippur Blessing from the Rebbe
On his way to Afternoon Prayers on Yom Kippur Eve, the Rebbe places coins in all the charity boxes set out in 770. On his way to Kol Nidrei, the Rebbe blesses the students of Tomchei Temimim.
Alternate Side Parking Suspended Yom Kippur
Alternate side parking (street cleaning) regulations are suspended on Monday, September 25, 2023 for Yom Kippur. Parking meters remain in effect.
Video of the Day
Watch this fascinating short clip from Montreal, Tof Shin Samech Vov, as Rabbi Moshe Eliyahu Gerlitzky gave Lekach to Rav Yitzchak Hendel and Rav Volf Greenglass.
Gallery: Kapparos In Paris
Thousands of Jews Paris gathered Motzei Shabbos, the night of Erev Yom Kippur, to do Kapparos by Chabad. The annual event was captured on camera by photographer Mordechai Lubecki.
INBOX: An Open Erev Yom Kippur Letter to My Dear Colleagues in Russia and Ukraine
At a time, when other rabbis have abandoned their positions, sought their own comforts, and poured salt on the wound of cowardice as they act as mouthpieces for political expedience with self-aggrandizing stunts, you guys, the Rebbe’s men and women, and your families, with unparalleled faith and perseverance that is of biblical proportions, stayed with your Jews, your beloved congregants, and kept their spark of a hopeful and bright Judaism aflame.
BDE: Reb Dovid Krasnjanski, 88, OBM
With great sadness we report the passing of Reb Dovid Krasnjanski OBM, a direct descendent of the Baal Shem Tov and a much loved resident of Crown Heights. He passed away one week before his 89th birthday, as Shabbos was leaving, on the 8th of Tishrei, 5784.
Rabbinical students Yisroel Baumgarten and Levi Baumgarten outside the Miami Federal Correctional Institution following the conclusion of Rosh Hashanah services.
Rabbinical Students to Bring Hope and Faith to Jewish Inmates on Yom Kippur
Dozens of Chabad rabbinical students from across the United States are preparing to spend Yom Kippur—the Jewish Day of Atonement—at 14 prisons across the country, making an indelible impact on the lives of those who may have otherwise been forgotten.
Subsidized Ohel Bus Service To Run Throughout The Week
The Ohel Bus Service will be providing extra subsidized transportation round trip from Crown Heights to the Ohel during the week Yom Kippur, from Motzei Shabbos through Friday.
Chabad History With Rabbi Dalfin – Rebbetzin Chana’s Yahrtzeit, Look Up Not Down
Rabbi Chaim Dalfin, author and Chasidic historian shares interesting facts, many revealed for the first time. The purpose of his program is to inspire all but especially the youth. Watch another installment here on CrownHeights.info.
Tens of Chassidim Do Mivtza Tefillin At The UN
At the peak moments when Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu delivered his speech at the United Nations, tens of Chabad Chassidim came from Crown Heights to the large demonstration that took place near the United Nations building, putting tefillin on hundreds Jews.
Travel Advisory Issued With More Than Two Inches Of Rain Expected This Weekend
The New York City Emergency Management Department today issued a travel advisory for Saturday, September 23 through Sunday, September 24. According to the National Weather Service, New York City will experience a long-duration rainfall event this weekend.
NYC May See Tropical Storm Weather This Weekend, Rain and Wind Forecast
Weather forecasts for this weekend show a lovely mix of wind, rain, and chilly temperatures that are expected to stick around through Monday.
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