Mrs. Fruma Sara Cohen (Mishulovin), of Rechovot, EY, who fought to keep Yiddishkeit alive behind the Iron Curtain, passed away on Wednesday, 23 Kislev, 5784.
Soldiers, Students and Jews of All Stripes at Mega ‘Tzama’ Event
A record number of participants gathered at Binyanei Haumah in Yerushalayim for the annual ‘Tzama’ events, including farbrengens, nigunim performances, and a huge Chassidus book sale.
Hostage Families to Light Detroit’s Public Menorah
The annual “Menorah in the D” celebration in Detroit’s downtown will be joined by Yair Moses and Ella Ben Ami, whose parents were kidnapped by Hamas terrorists during the Simchas Torah Massacre.
12 Hours Left to Register for NYC Menorah Parade
Registration for the annual NYC Menorah Parade closes tonight at 11:00 PM. The parade will take place on Motzaei Shabbos, the third night of Chanukah, December 9th.
L’Chaim: Kaplan – Berger
The L’Chaim of Sroli Kaplan of Montreal, Canada and Shani Berger of Sydney, Australia took place Monday night at Eshel Hall.
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60th Day of War: 7 Soldiers Killed, IDF to Flood Gaza Tunnels
War Summary, Day Sixty: A video captured a miraculous moment in Tel Aviv, Israeli Ministry of Health revealed that released hostages were given tranquilizers by Hamas to make them look happy.
Chalukas Hashas, Chabad Philosophy, and Mivtzoim at Monsey Farbrengen
The Monsey community gathered together on Motzei Shabbos for a grand Yud Tes Kislev farbrengen where they divided the Shas, were inspired by community leaders, and strengthened their commitment to go on mivtzoim.
Hundreds Don Tefillin In Freezing Temperatures at Ottawa Rally
Lubavitchers from all over Canada traveled to Ottawa to do mivtzoim and show support at the ‘Rally For The Jewish People’ event in front of the parliament.
Ready-Made Mivtzoim Routes For Your Family This Chanukah
Get a prepared kit with an exact route, donuts, pamphlets, and Menorahs this Chanukah, so you can easily take your family out on mivtzoim and make a real difference.
Wedding: Hertz – Mayzlesh
The wedding of Motty Hertz of Bensonhurst, Brooklyn and Mintcha Mayzlesh of Mexico City, Mexico took place Thursday night at Oholei Torah.
Menorah of Different Levels: Is It Really Not Kosher?
Anash.org feature: Dayan Levi Yitzchok Raskin, Rov of Anash in London, explores interesting Torah questions and halachic dilemmas including pre-filled cups for Kiddush, electric jacket on Shabbos, shana rishona obligations, and a menorah that isn’t level.
Crown Heights Boys Assemble 770’s Iconic Menorah
Ahead of Chanukah, the iconic menorah belonging to 770, modeled after the menorah in the Beis Hamikdosh, was assembled by classes of boys from Crown Heights schools.
Morristown Cheder Aimed to ‘Keep the Sparks of Chassidus Burning’
Over the weekend the entire Cheder Lubavitch Morristown was able to come together for very inspiring and exciting Yud Tes – Chof Kislev Seudahs and Farbrengens.
New Video Series to Prepare for Hei Teves
Vaad Or Vechom Hahiskashrus has created a video series, exploring the story of Hei Teves and the timeless lessons we can learn from it, through the views of prominent Shluchim and Mashpi’im, to assist Chassidim of all ages in preparing for this most special day.
Tonight: Start Saying V’sein Tal Umotor
We begin saying V’sein Tal Umotor in Shmoneh Esrei during the Maariv prayer on Tuesday night. What happens if one forgets? Rabbi Yosef Braun presents a clear halacha guide.
Full Weekend Celebration in Russia’s Capital
Yud Tes Kislev was celebrated in Moscow this year with a host of programs over the weekend. Beginning with Shabbos farbrengens, continuing with festive Melava Malka events and especially the central event in the Marina Rocha shul, the spirit of the Yom Tov was clearly felt.
Festive Seuda Celebrates 19 Kislev in Manchester
Over 200 men and women joined together from all parts of the community joined an inspiring Achdus Yud Tes Kislev farbrengen this past Motzei Shabbos at Lubavitch House in Manchester, UK.
Farbrengens and Seudahs Held Across All Oholei Torah Divisions
Oholei Torah Talmidim across all divisions celebrated the Alter Rebbe‘s release from Czarist prison on Yud Tes and Chof Kislev, with singing, dancing, learning, and Achdus.
Tzivos Hashem Celebrates 43 Years With Gala Dinner
Tzivos Hashem celebrated their 43rd year with a gala dinner this past week, honoring Rabbi Mendel and Mrs. Channy Drizin a”h and others for their dedication to the mission of changing the lives of children around the globe.
L’Chaim: Kastel – Silberberg
The L’Chaim of Nachman Kastel of Sydney, Australia and Chana Silberberg of Crown Heights took place Monday night at Ulam Chana.
War Day 59: Hamas Displays Diminished Strength, IDF Advances
War Summary, Day Fifty Nine: Hamas displayed a weakening in its attacks, while IDF keeps hitting targets and Defense Minister Yoav Gallant says that “The army is working at its best, the Chief of Staff is managing things fearlessly, and with great success.”
Queens Yeshiva Commemorates Yud Daled Kislev at Gala Banquet
On Tuesday night, in honor of the 95th anniversary of the wedding of the Rebbe and the Rebbetzin, a gala banquet took place for the temimim of Yeshivas Tomchei Temimim Lubavitch Queens.
L’Chaim: Ezagui – Mooseek
The L’Chaim of Eliyahu Shlomo Ezagui of Crown Heights and Chaya Mushka Mooseek of Nachlas Har Chabad took place on Sunday night at Eshel.
Yeshivas Tiferes Yisroel Shared Inspiration for Yud Tes Kislev
The Yud Tes Kislev farbrengen at Yeshivas Lubavitch Tiferes Yisroel of Ramat Beit Shemesh Gimmel was joined by enthusiastic students from Yeshivas Lev Hatorah, Ashreinu, and Reishis.
First European Encounter Will Unite Young Jewish Professionals
Amidst the resurgence of antisemitism in Europe and around the world, Chabad Young Professionals International is taking proactive steps to bolster Jewish pride.