R. Shneur Zalman Slonim, a grandson of Rebbetzin Menucha Rochel, joined the Rebbe Rashab and his family on a trip to the Crimea. Before leaving, he was told not to let the Rebbe think Chassidus, which he did with a clever trick.
Five Upshernishen on One Morning in 770
Photos: Avreimke Eisenshtein
As minhag Chabad is to hold off with haircuts until Erev Shavuos, no less than five upshernishen were held on Thursday morning in 770, with friends and family joining to say l’chaim.
Crown Heights Prepares for Shavuos
Photos: David Katash/Anash.org
Locals and the large number of Shavuos guests prepared on Sunday for the upcoming Yom Tov, purchasing traditional milchig foods, choosing flowers, and taking last-minute haircuts. Plus: Shalom Zachar list.
Reminder: Make an Eruv Tavshilin
Photos: Dovber Hechtman/Anash.org
With the second day of Yom Tov falling on Shabbos, there is a need to make an Eruv Tavshilin, so that we may cook on Friday for Shabbos. Attached are pertinent halachos for the Eruv, compiled by Rabbi Yosef Braun.
A Geshmake Shavuos Ma’amar: Now With Video Shiurim in English
A series of clear and concise Shiurim by Rabbi Yonah Pruss a”h, presented in 20 minute segments, make it easy for you to learn a Ma’amar of the Rebbe before Yom Tov.
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What’s the Connection Between White Wine and Shavuos?
Shavuos offers us the wonderful opportunity to pair great wines with tantalizing dairy dishes. Here are three interesting facts about white wine and its connection with Shavous.
Mitzvah Tank Goes Up in Flames, Arson Suspected
A Chabad Mitzvah Tank parked on one of the streets in Crown Heights went up in flames in an overnight fire. Police opened an investigation into the incident.
Sorting Seforim on Shabbos and Yom Tov
Ask the Rov: How can I tidy the shul Shabbos afternoon and return the seforim to the shelves? Rabbi Chaim Hillel Raskin replies.
“The Plans Are Not Mine”
When the honorary president of Chabad of Binghamton University asked the Rebbe for a bracha to “succeed in implementing the Rebbe’s plans,” the Rebbe noted that the plans are not his own.
MyShliach Virtual Camp Preparing for 4th Summer
MyShliach is thrilled to announce the opening of registration for its 4th annual MyShliach Virtual Camp. Initially started as a response to the pandemic, MyShliach at Merkos 302 launched a new style of camp that challenged the norms of standard programs.
Shavuos Guests Arrive at 770
Photos: David Katash/Anash.org
Guests from around America and Eretz Yisroel – including many rabbonim – arrived in Crown Heights on Thursday to celebrate Shavuos by the Rebbe.
250 Bochurim Join Uplifting Shabbos Achdus in the Poconos
The entire Yeshiva of Cincinnati and Queens, together with a group from Oholei Torah and Chayolei Beis Dovid, traveled to Poconos Yeshiva, for an uplifting Shabbos Achdus.
L’Chaim: Shur – Mann
The L’Chaim of Yitzchok Shur of Toronto, Ontario and Necha Mann of Miami, FL took place Monday night at the Jewish Children’s Museum.
Live: Mechanchim Gather at Grand Hakhel in Crown Heights
Watch live on Anash.org: A major Hakhel event for Mechanchim will be taking place Wednesday night, featuring a slate of accomplished and inspiring speakers and rabbonim covering a broad array of topics related to chinuch.
When the Rebbe Instructed to Make an Urgent Call From the Ohel
The society formed against the backdrop of WWII, its suspension due to Arab riots, and the surprise phone call the Rebbe instructed to make from the Ohel. The story of ‘Chevras Tehillim’.
Watch: Dvar Torah on Shavuos from a Morristown Rosh Yeshiva
A bite-sized D’var Torah given by Rabbi Sholom Spalter, senior Rosh Yeshiva in Morristown, on behalf of the Yeshiva to its Talmidim around the world in honor of Shavuos.
This Shavuos, Join the Bochurim In Remote Jewish Communities
Experience the awe-inspiring journeys of 190 young Bochurim as they embark to spread the spirit of Shavuos to 95 remote Jewish communities. Join the Merkos Shlichus Whatsapp Status and be part of this remarkable adventure!
Tonight: F.R.E.E. Food Distribution For Shavuos
Chabad F.R.E.E. NYC will be distributing fresh produce, dairy products and other food staples for Shavuos today, Wednesday, beginning at 7:00 PM.
The Sweater Reveal: Tzivos Hashem Unveils New Uniform
It’s been years in the making, excitedly awaiting, the new Tzivos Hashem uniform is finally here! Here’s how your child can get one of their own.
Picture of the Day
Merkos vice-chairman Rabbi Moshe Kotlarsky and world-renowned oncologist Dr. Shalom Kalnicki pay a shiva visit to Rabbis Yossi and Leibel Schildkraut, who are sitting shiva after the passing of their mother Mrs. Ray Schildkraut.
Darchai Menachem Hosts Siddur and Chumash Parties
This past Sunday, the halls of Nosson’s Shul in Crown Heights echoed with the joyous sounds of young boys celebrating Siddur and Chumash parties for Pre1a and first-grade classes, respectively.
L’Chaim: Gansburg – Dinerman
Photos: David Katash/Anash.org
The L’Chaim of Levi Gansburg of Crown Heights and Elisheva Dinerman of S. Diego, CA, took place at Eshel Hall.
Selections from Likkutei Sichos Bamidbar Released Free Online
The recently-released Bamidbar volume of the highly acclaimed ‘Selection from Likkutei Sichos’ set is now also available for free browsing or study online.
New Chassidus Center to Open in Upstate New York
A generous donation from Reb Shneur Minsky enabled the establishment of an Ohr HaChassidus Center in upstate New York to promote the teachings of Chassidus.