New Engagement!
Boruch Brog (Lakewood, NJ) to Dina Meltsin (Crown Heights) L’Chaim: Wednesday, 8:00pm at Lubavitcher Yeshiva 570 Crown St.
New Engagement!
Shmuly Wolosow (Sharon, MA) to Chana Jacobs (Pittsburgh, PA) L’Chaim: Tonight, Monday, 8:00pm at the JCM
BDE: Rachel Goodman, 2 Months, OBM
With profound sadness we report the sudden passing of Rachel Goodman OBM, the daughter of Mendy and Gittel (nee Springer) Goodman of Crown Heights. She passed away suddenly on Monday, the 23rd of Teves, 5783.
Hiloula of Rabbi Yaacov Abuhatzeira Celebrated in Crown Heights With Annual Event
As in past years, Merkaz Sefarad once again partnered with the descendants and family of Rabbi Yaacov Abuhatzeira זצוק”ל זי”ע a.k.a. the Abir Yaacov, to celebrate his Yahrzeit which corresponds with the Hiloulot of the Rambam and Alter Rebbe.
New Engagement!
Shmuly Azulai (S. Paolo, Brazil) to Esti Shitrit (Kiryat Malachi, EY)
The Jew Project: Yehuda Neuman
Yehuda Neuman, born with dwarfism made his mark in the Jewish music industry as a sought-after consultant and manager. He owned the stage and met with Yisroel Teitelbaum of The Jew Project.
Video Released Of Sunday Assault, Search Begins To Identify The Assailants
Video of Sunday evening assault on two Lubavitch boys on Albany Ave has been released by Crown Heights Shomrim, and it will make your blood boil.
Picture of the Day
This picture shows the block of Eastern Parkway between Kingston and Brooklyn before 770 was built. Turns out Union Street was built before this block was. This was 1916 and the lot of 770 had 1 or 2 structures that were taken down and then then 770 plans were announced in 1933.
Op-Ed: A Blueprint for a Better Crown Heights
Crown Heights is facing a number of issues that threaten the well-being of its residents, learn about the comprehensive action plan that has been devised to address these challenges and restore the community to its former glory. Op-Ed by Moshe Hertz
Two Lubavitcher Boys Attacked By Group On Albany Ave in Crown Heights
Two Lubavitch boys were attacked Sunday evening by a group of rowdy males roving the streets of Crown Heights.
Baby Girl!
Gershon and Devorah Leah Felberbaum from Crown Heights had a baby girl!
Picture of the Day
The men of Anshei Lubavitch Shul in Crown Heights pose for a picture at their family hakhel shabbaton that took place this week in the Poconos. The shabbaton was attended by 55 families, totaling 400 people, and was an amazing success.
Gallery #2: Erev Shabbos and Havdalah at the CYP Encounter Shabbaton
The energy was palpable as over 800 young professionals filled Sony Hall in NYC last night. The inspirational Havdallah concert was led by Alex Clare and the Zusha Band.
Tips From the Rebbe On Battling Forgetfulness
Rabbi Gershon Avtzon of Cincinnati, OH, answers a weekly question pertaining to relevant issues in the Chabad community.
JEM: Staying Warm Despite the Cold
Staying warm despite the cold. The rebbe explains how to reach a deep level of self sacrifice, going above and beyond the norm.
Expanded Bus Service From Crown Heights to the Ohel for Chof Daled Teves
In honor of Chof Daled Teves, the Ohel Bus Service will be providing extra subsidized transportation round trip from Crown Heights to the Ohel on Monday, Jan. 16th and Tuesday, Jan. 17.
The Wallet That Found the Lost Man – Steve Bill
Up until he met Jewish music superstar, Avraham Fried, Steve “Simcha” Bill was just a typical session musician playing for television shows and movies. But that all changed after “Avremel” and “Simcha” hit the road. They started their journey together around the world but for Steve it was a journey towards G-d.
