On 15 Elul, a special event and farbrengen were held to commemorate the remarkable milestone of 80 years since the founding of Yeshivas Achei Tmimim Lubavitch in Buffalo, NY.
On 15 Elul, a special event and farbrengen were held to commemorate the remarkable milestone of 80 years since the founding of Yeshivas Achei Tmimim Lubavitch in Buffalo, NY.
The occasion featured a guest speaker, Rabbi Yossi Zajac, the son of Rabbi Motel Zajac, who played a pivotal role in reopening and managing the Yeshiva during the 1960s.
One of the highlights of the event was the reading of a letter from the Frierdiker Rebbe, which was originally addressed to the Buffalo community 80 years ago, outlining the establishment of a Yeshiva. This letter served as a poignant reminder of the Yeshiva’s significance.
The event itself unfolded at 85 Saranac Ave. the same location where Yeshivas Achei Tmimim was housed during the 1950s and 1960s, adding a profound sense of nostalgia to the occasion.
The celebration culminated in lively dancing, underscoring the joyous spirit of the gathering. Attendees also received a Tshura containing letters from The Frierdiker Rebbe related to the Yeshiva, providing further insight into its enduring legacy.
Rabbi Zajac, who has a deep connection to Yeshivas Achei Tmimim, spent Shabbos with the Anash community in Buffalo and engaged in a meaningful farbrengen throughout the afternoon. During this time, he shared cherished memories from his days at Yeshivas Achei Tmimim and his experiences as a Chaplain, ensuring that the spirit of the Yeshiva lives on in the hearts and minds of the community.
I remember the Singer family who lived in Buffalo in the early 1960s. Also the Gelbers. The Reismans, and the Drews and Schulgassers. The rav of the Saranac Shul, Rabbi Eisenberger and his dear wife, obm.
And let’s not forget the Gaon and Chasid Rav Berish Tzukerman obm.
Rabbi and Mrs. Shloime Gelber and their wonderfully warm family!