Picture of the Day
In midst the fundraising campaign to help Tomchei Temimim, Ishai Ribo was spotted joining in the learning, and even supported the campaign.
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Video of the Day
Following the passing of the late Queen of England, Queen Elizabeth II, we share a video of the investiture of Rabbi Sudak by the Queen in 2001. There were many people there that day, yet those with a keen eye will notice some changes in protocol, for example that Rabbi Sudak wore his hat throughout the ceremony and how the Queen did not end the meeting with a handshake as is customary.
Apple Launches iOS 16, Brings Many New Features To iPhone Users
Iphone users rejoice, iOS 16 has been released, and it comes with much anticipated updates.
Ohel Bus Service To Provide Subsidized Buses This Wednesday, Chai Elul
In honor of Chai Elul, the Ohel Bus Service will be providing extra subsidized transportation round trip from Crown Heights to the Ohel on Wednesday, September 14th – Yud Ches Elul.
Inside Chassidus, An Infusion of Chassidus in Our Lives
Led by Rabbi Paltiel, Inside Chassidus is on a mission to truly make Chassidus available and accessible to everyone.
PSA: South Crown Heightsers Should Install Backwater Valves
Rainy season is upon us, and for anyone living in the southern parts of the Shechunah, that comes with the fear of flooding. That fear can be fixed though with a simple backwater valve.
Holtzman Family Completes Sefer Torah In Memory of Their Parents
Music and dancing in the streets of East Flatbush and crown Heights as the Holtzman family celebrated the completion of a new Sefer Torah in memory of their parents Rabbi Yaakov Tzvi and Chaya Tzipora Holtzman.
Baby Girl!
Yisroel and Leah (nee Rogatsky) Golowinski from Crown Heights had a baby girl!
This undated postcard shows the vibrant stained glass windows on the Bnai Zedek facade, which were replaced by glass blocks sometime before 1970 (credit: Hebrew University’s Joseph and Margit Hoffman Judaica Postcard Collection).
After 118 Years, Wisconsin Congregation to Move Into New Home
The ebbs and flows of Jewish life in smaller cities and towns across North America since the late 19th century have seen the rise and fall of many a synagogue structure and once-thriving community. Not so in Kenosha, Wis., where a plucky community bucked the trend by partnering with Chabad-Lubavitch and is now purchasing a light-filled facility nestled in 1.5 acres of tranquil gardens, gazebos and trails to replace an aging synagogue that has been shuttered since 2014.
New Sefer Torah Welcomed at Chabad of Playa del Carmen, Mexico
In a first for Playa del Carmen, Mexico, Chabad of Playa del Carmen celebrated its 13th anniversary with a New Sefer Torah Dedicated in Honor of the Rebbe’s 120 years.
NYC Ferry Single-Ride Ticket Price Increases to $4
The NYC Ferry’s anticipated price increase for a single-ride ticket went into effect on Monday, along with reduced prices for eligible New Yorkers.
The Future of Tomchei Temimim
The Rebbe held the bochurim in the highest of regards, and the Yeshiva at 770 is more alive and vibrant than ever before.
Gallery: 125 Years of Tomchei Temimim Celebrated At 770 Farbrengen
Hundreds of Bochurim and Yeshiva Alumna of Tomchei Temimim 770 celebrated 125 years with a Farbrengen filled with inspiration and vigor.
New Engagement!
Yossi Lipskier (Sherman Oaks, CA) to Mushka Strasburg (Kfar Chabad) L’Chaim: Tonight, Monday, 5:00pm-9:00pm at 1349 President St.
Op-Ed: Response To The NY Times Article “In Hassidic Enclaves, Failing Private Schools Flush with Public Money”
If you have read the article in the NYT “In Hasidic enclaves , Failing Private schools Flush with Public money”, you may be wondering what the other side of the story is. This Op-Ed, written by Ben Samuels, brings a different viewpoint to the topic.
Meet The Shluchim: Rabbi Avrohom and Cheina Dyce
Rabbi Avrohom and Cheina Dyce are Shluchim to Gresham, Oregon. Read their story from being teachers to Shluchim along with some memorable stories of their Shluchus.
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The Crown Heights Housing Crisis and Its Unsung Heroes
A simmering anger in the community bubbles up every now and then as the community continues to see new buildings being built in the Shchuna with tiny apartments, which are then promptly being set aside for city housing. The truth is though, that there may be a good reason not to blame the landlords, as it might just be the city’s fault.
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