New Engagement!
Shmuel Itkin (Scranton, PA) to Esther Levertov (Santa Fe, NM) L’Chaim: Tuesday, June 20th, 8:30pm at teh JCM Lower Level
New Engagement!
Yisroel Taub (Cedarhurst, NY) to Malky Groisman (Five Town, NY) L’Chaim: Monday, June 19th, 8:00pm at Lubavitcher Yeshiva Crown St.
Is The Web Browser In Tesla Cars A Jewish Issue? Some Say Yes
There is a known feature with Teslas that every model is capable of connecting to Wi-Fi, which grants unrestricted access to anything on the internet. For some, this causes a problem for Jewish drivers.
A Successful Chayenu Initiative Encourages Bochurim To Learn Three Perakim Rambam
In celebration of the recent triple Siyum Harambam, Chayenu launched a unique “bochurim promotion,” where Chayenu3 (the Chayenu that includes the daily three Perakim of Rambam) was discounted for yeshiva bochurim around the world.
Founder of Chai Lifeline to Address Shluchim Seminar
Renowned for his profound understanding of the needs of children, families, and communities impacted by illness, trauma, or loss, Rabbi Simcha Scholar, CEO & Founder of Chai Lifeline, is set to address the Chicken Soup Conference for Shluchim.
Alternate Side Parking Suspended For Juneteenth
Alternate side parking (street cleaning) regulations are suspended on Monday, June 19th for Juneteenth. Parking meters remain in effect.
Open For Davening On Gimmel Tammuz – The Rebbe’s Home and Room in 770
In honor of Gimmel Tammuz, the Rebbe’s home on President Street and the Rebbe’s room in 770 will be open for davening for the following hours.
LIVE at 1:30PM: Hachana for 3 Tammuz Kids Hakhel Farbrengen; “Really Me”
The annual event hosted by Tut Altz Kids at Merkos 302 exploring hiskashrus to the Rebbe today is scheduled to take place on Sunday, 29 Sivan, June 18th from 1:30 PM ET.
Crown Heights History: The Ill Reputed Nassau Inn
Located at 324 Albany Avenue off Eastern Parkway, Nassau Inn was known by many names: Drivers Rest, Foresters Inn, Con Duffys Casino, and Uncle John’s. It was both referred to as the “best known landmark in Brooklyn” and disparaged as an “evil resort.”
BDE: Rabbi Meir Yehuda Yisroel Harlig, 86, OBM
With great sadness we report the passing of Rabbi Meir Yehuda Yisroel Harlig OBM, one of the Gabboim of 770 who served for many years. He passed away on Sunday, the 29th of Sivan, 5783.
Intel To Open New Factory in Kiryat Gat With Unprecedented $25 Billion Investment
Global tech giant Intel will establish a new factory in Israel in the city of Kiryat Gat with a huge investment of about 25 billion dollars.
BDE: Rabbi Yitzchak Yonah Mendelson, OBM
With great sadness we report the passing of Rabbi Yitzchak Yonah Mendelson OBM, an administrator of the Lubavitch Yeshiva in Lod, Eretz Yisroel.
Baby Girl!
Yossi and Chava (nee Hershkop) Altein from Crown Heights had a baby girl!
US National Debt Exceeds $32 Trillion for First Time
The US national debt topped $32 trillion for the first time ever this week, according to Treasury Department data released on Friday.
JEM: Hippies & Beards, The Rebbe’s Surprising Statement
Rabbi Yosef Krupnik shares a conversation he had with the Lubavitcher Rebbe about hippies and beards.
Long List of Dignitaries Visit Or Avner Schools
The leadership of the Or Avner Schools reflect on a successful year and on the special visitors that have visited over the past month.
Chabad History With Rabbi Dalfin – Zalman Schachter and the Rebbe, Gimmel Tammuz
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.
