JEM: POWERFUL Message From the Chanukah Lights
Just like we add in the number of Chanukah Candles every day, we too, must constantly be growing. It’s not enough today to do the same as yesterday.
Despite High Inflation, Camp Emunah Commits to Not Cutting Scholarships This Summer
Even though inflation is something that we are all currently living with, Camp Emunah will continue to offer scholarships to all needy families.
Rabbinical students pitch in on St. Thomas, the U.S. Virgin Islands, to bring menorahs and dreidels to residents and visitors to a Jewish community reeling from a recent tragedy.
Chanukah Amid Tragedy Brings Hope to Virgin Islands
It’s the fourth night of Chanukah on St. Thomas, the U.S. Virgin Islands. Two Chabad-Lubavitch rabbinical students are walking through the island’s Red Hook neighborhood, home to a handful of restaurants and bars, armed with menorahs, candles and dreidels. All of a sudden, a young woman catches a glimpse of them and bursts into tears.
Fifth Night of Chanukah, Five Weddings
This is a somewhat long but fascinating story told by Rabbi Moshe-Chaim Greenwald, unpacking a chain of miracles that went from Europe to the American Continent.
List Of Hey Teves Sales At Kehot Released
Hey Teves is the time of year to purchase your Sefarim, with Kehot putting on a sale of up to 50% off single Sefarim and sets. Check out their sale list and don’t forget to order quick, as they usually sell out fast.
Alternate Side and Meter Rules Suspended December 26th
Alternate side parking (street cleaning) and parking meter regulations are suspended on December 26th.
Gallery: Car Menorah Parade Conquers The Streets of New York City
The annual Mitzvah Tank and Car Menorah Parade flooded the streets of New York City this past Thursday, bringing the holiday to thousands.
Kaliningrad Celebrates Chanuka with Series of Events
The city of Kaliningrad, also known by its historical name “Konigsberg”, is located on the shores of the Baltic Sea, a Russian enclave between Poland and Lithuania. Kaliningrad celebrated Chanuka with special events on every night of the holiday, in order to publicize the miracle amongst all the city’s residents, and to bring the joy and mitzvot of the holiday to all its Jews.
OP-ED: The Potential Drawbacks of Chabad Bochurim Studying in a Yeshiva in Israel
While the opportunity to study in a yeshiva in Israel is a dream come true for many Chabad bochurim, it is important to consider the potential drawbacks as well. Distractions and excitement can be a major obstacle to spiritual growth and development. For some Chabad bochurim, studying in a yeshiva close to home may be a better option. By being mindful of the potential drawbacks and carefully considering their options, Chabad bochurim can ensure that their time in yeshiva is a truly meaningful and transformative experience.
KSCVK Diamond Raffle Winner Announced
The winner of the KSCVK Diamond Raffle in honor of Devorah Benjamin’s 50th birthday, has been announced. Mazal Tov to Miriam Shwarzberg.
JEM: A Chanukah Message From The Rebbe
A letter from the Rebbe to all participants in public Menorah lightings in the USA.
OP-ED: Is It Time To Speak Openly About Summer Camps?
While there is much to write about the whole registration process, the anxieties of waiting for answers and the exorbitant cost of camps, it will not be the focus of this article. Op-Ed by Rabbi Gershon Avtzon, Cincinnati, Ohio
New Engagement!
Eli Lieber (Boca Raton, FL) to Shoshana Cohen (North Miami Beach, FL) L’Chaim: Tonight, Motzei Shabbos, 8:30pm at Rubashkins
Ice Menorah In Manhattan Targeted By Vandals
It was an ice cold act of anti-Semitism, according to Rabbi Uriel Vigler of the Chabad Israel Center of the Upper East Side of Manhattan, as the reality that the ice sculpted Menorah placed on the streets by the Chabad House was purposefully targeted last Wednesday.
Sydney, Australia: Chanukah in the City 2022
For the 36th year running, Chabad NSW in conjunction with CBDChabad Sydney hosted Chanukah in the City located in Martin Place, opposite Parliament House, the seat of the NSW Government.
Shimmy Ben-Abou’s Wife and Daughters Honor His Legacy, Join Bikur Cholim’s Chanukah Gift Giving
Shimmy Ben-Abou proudly supported Bikur Cholim of Crown Heights throughout the years. After his illness and untimely passing on Rosh Chodesh Elul earlier this year, Mrs. Shoshe Ben-Abou and her daughters approached Bikur Cholim with a wish to continue Shimmy’s generous legacy by expanding Bikur Cholim’s Chanukah gift giving
“Nittel Nacht”, The Full Story by Rabbi Pinchus Taylor
Rabbi Pinchas Taylor, a shliach in south Florida, gave an in-depth lecture on this fascinating topic to a Chabad-house crowd, explaining the history of this day, the customs surrounding it, and its relevance to the Jewish community.
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