At the Great Parade on Lag Baomer, Darchai Menachem made sure that as many of their students as possible could participate in the drumming band, welcoming boys from fourth grade all the way through Mesivta
Life-Sized Mitzvah Puppets Star in Kazakhstan Parade
A parade of impressive Lag B’Omer floats was held in Kostanay, Kazakhstan. The parade was held in honor of Rabbi Shimon bar Yochai, in keeping with the Rebbe’s directive of creating such events.
Crown Heights Women Gather in Support of Bikur Cholim
In a true display of unity and compassion, over 500 women of all ages came together for a Hakhel Breakfast aimed at celebrating the remarkable Bikur Cholim community. With inspiring speakers, a heartfelt video presentation, beautiful decor, and an outpouring of generosity, this event was as uplifting and meaningful as it was enjoyable.
Crown Heights Women Gather in Support of Bikur Cholim
In a true display of unity and compassion, over 500 women of all ages came together for a Hakhel Breakfast aimed at celebrating the remarkable Bikur Cholim community. With inspiring speakers, a heartfelt video presentation, beautiful decor, and an outpouring of generosity, this event was as uplifting and meaningful as it was enjoyable.
Great Neck Enjoys Fireshow at Lag B’omer Celebration
Hundreds of boys and girls gathered on Lag B’omer evening to join a Hakhel event and bonfire in honor of Rabbi Shimon Bar Yochai at the Magen Israel of Great Neck headed by Rabbi Yitzchok Chaympour.
Listen: Acapella Melody of Popular Shavuos Songs
After feedback from last year’s video, a new vocals-only version of the medley, “Kabolas HaTorah” by Yaakov Shlomo Gross, with the Malchut Choir has been released to help prepare for Shavuos. The medley includes joyful Shavuos melodies and songs of Kabolas HaTorah and Mesikos HaTorah.
Men’s Group at Living Chassidus Fosters Community and Support
Living Chassidus is an organization dedicated to providing support and guidance for single and newly married men and women who come to Crown Heights. They have recently opened a new Men’s division to cater to their specific needs.
Creator of Jewish Games Aims to Make the Most of Screentime
Ari Schachter views creating educational Jewish games for children as his shlichus. He has published seven games that cover a variety of topics and skills and has several more in the works. The games are designed to work on a smartphone or tablet to make the games as accessible as possible.
New Videos Bring ‘Kuntres Beis Rabbeinu’ to Life
MyMaor PLUS, is a brand new rebbe video project from Maor that’s designed for kids, 9 and up. The first episode is out now with a thrilling mystery that into the renowned Kuntres “Beis Rabbeinu sh’Bavel. New Episodes release each Monday.
Floral Heart of Healing Filled With Flowers by Crown Heights Women
Bikur Cholim Crown Heights invites all women to unite in support of healing by adding a flower to a floral installation located on the corner of Crown and Kingston. The floral instillation will be out until Friday when it will be relocated for the upcoming BCCH Breakfast
Thursday: Siyum on the Rambam’s Sefer Hamada
Join Live Thursday 9:00 PM ET: A virtual Siyum on the Rambam’s Sefer Hamada will feature Miami Rosh Yeshiva Harav Leibel Schapiro.
With His Arab Father in Prison, Jewish Boy Has His Bar Mitzvah
When T. was called to the Torah this week for his Bar Mitzvah, and read his brachos with tear-filled eyes, the entire shul was moved. The fact that he had no father at his side indicated that this was an exceptional story, but only a few participants knew just how exceptional.
N’shei Chabad Brings the Message of Pesach Sheini to Thousands
On the heels of an extremely successful mivtzah matzah, where over 8,000 matzahs were delivered, Nishei Chabad also gave out matzah for Pesach Sheini along with flyers in Russian & English, explaining the meaning behind it.
L’Chaim: Ezagui – Sanigor
The L’Chaim of Baruch Ezagui and Rochel Sanigor, both of Crown Heights, took place Thursday night at JCM.
YOEC Hosts Learn-a-thon to End Year on a High Note
To end the year with encouragement and inspiration, shiur gimmel in Yeshiva Ohr Elchonon in Los Angeles have set up a learn-a-thon. The funds raised will go towards a three-day graduation trip
State of the Art CTeen Lounge Opens in Bellevue, Washington
Hundreds of community members joined a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new CTeen Lounge that will provide a fun and inviting space for Jewish teens in Bellevue, Wa. The lounge is one of the thirty-six committed to as part of last year’s Kinus Hachlatos.
Latin America Banquet Electrifies Community with Message of Unity
Last week, 30 Shluchim from 11 Spanish-speaking countries across Latin America gathered in Panama City for two days of sharing ideas and strengthening their commitment to bringing Yiddishkeit to all corners of the region.
Blog Helps Women Internalize Lessons of Sefiras HaOmer
The Bodies & Souls blog, directed by Rivky Boyarsky and Sara Loewenthal, has relevant and meaningful articles that will help its readership connect to the Sefiros in ways one may have never considered.
Standing Room Only at Toronto’s Siyum Harambam
The Lubavitch community in Toronto, Canada gathered on the night of Bais Iyar to celebrate the completion of another cycle of Rambam study. Hundred were in attendance as well as prominent Rabbanim from Toronto and surrounding areas.
Lubavitch Girls Magazine Features Artwork from Students
The Hakhel newsletter, organized by Mechanchos Exchange has already published three magazines and is working on its fourth. They are currently accepting art or writing submissions that pair with the theme, “Torah in my Life”.