Weekly Dvar Torah: Chanukah Equals Education
In this weeks Dvar Torah, Rabbi Katzman enlightens us on a message of Chanukah that only became mainstream with the present Rebbe, and how it’s derived from the story of Chanukah.
Governor Hochul Declares Statewide State of Emergency Ahead of Storm Expected to Impact Holiday Travel Thursday Night Through Monday
Governor Kathy Hochul today declared a State of Emergency for the entire State of New York in advance of a significant winter weather system forecast to bring a mixed bag of hazards across the state beginning Thursday evening and continuing through Monday.
Gallery: Menorah Lights Up The State At Packed Utah State Capital
Chabad Lubavitch of Utah held a menorah lighting at the Utah State Capitol in the Capital Rotunda. A packed house of over 300 people witnessed the moment during the Festival of Lights.
New Engagement!
Yossi Glass (Edgware, London, UK) to Esti Schochet (Mill Hill, London, UK)
Video: Uncle Pinchy Shares a Chanukah Miracle Story
The beloved puppet tells a heartwarming Chanukah story of an unexpected encounter and a life changed.
Hakhel Melave Malka Held At ULY With Students, Fathers, and Grandfathers
On Motzoei Shabbos, Talmidim from Lubavitcher Yeshiva grades 1-3 gathered with their fathers and grandfathers for a Shnas Hakhel Melava Malka.
Weekly Letter: Why Chanukah Gelt?
In his letter, the Rebbe highlights the Chanukah events and lessons for us. He then asks the question – what does all of this have to do with money and Chanukah gelt and explains what is beneath the surface of this custom of giving Chanukah gelt.
PSA: Check Your Drains!
With the weather forecast anticipating inches of rain incoming for New York City, residents are being reminded to check their drains to ensure proper water drainage.
Melbourne and Victoria Leaders Come to Celebrate Chanukah with Chabad
Newly elected leaders of Melbourne and Victoria came to speak at Chabad of Melbourne CBD, enjoying an evening of humor and food.
New: Rare Footage of Chanukah Rallies in the 1970s, and Much More
Hours of newly published videos, courtesy of JEM, have been released of Menorah lighting in the Rebbe’s presence.
Con Ed Prepared To Deal With Outages From Incoming Winter Storm
Con Edison is monitoring the winter storm that is expected to hit our region tonight, and Friday and mobilizing to respond to any service problems that may occur.
TONIGHT: World’s Largest Hanukkah Menorah Salutes NYPD at Lighting Ceremony
The World’s Largest Menorah will be lit on Thursday, Dec. 22 at 5:30 p.m. in a “Salute to New York’s Finest,” honoring the brave men and women of the NYPD at a time when they have been increasingly active in confronting antisemitism and acts of hatred throughout the city.
Theme and General Information Released For Kinus Hashluchos 5783
The Kinus Hashluchos 5783 is rapidly approaching, and the Vaad of the Kinus has announced this years theme, the timely message of “Shnas Hakhkel”.
Fourth Night Of Chanukah Live From Paris
The Eiffel Tower was brightened on the fourth night of Chanukah as the Public Menorah lighting went live with New York and Eretz Yisroel for the annual Chanukah Live event broadcast across the globe.
Expand770: Hineini! I Am Ready To Build!
Thirty one years ago, the Rebbe published Kuntres Beis Rabeinu Shebibovel, in it the Rebbe teaches that 770 is Beis Rabeinu Shebibovel, the place where the presence of Hashem rests since the destruction of the Beis Hamikdosh. So lets finally get the expansion of 770 that the Rebbe wanted done.
Here’s My Story: Higher and Higher Education
Mrs. Rivka Feldman is involved in Jewish outreach and gives Torah classes in New York and New Jersey. She resides with her husband Dovid in Crown Heights where she was interviewed in the My Encounter studio in June of 2020.
Video of the Day
During a Chanukah event at the NYPD’s 71st Precinct in Crown Heights arranged by ChabadAir, the Commanding Officer of the Precinct, Inspector Joseph Hayward, spoke about his love for Hatzalah, and his experience with them.
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