With most significantly sized cities covered by Chabad Houses, new shluchim turn to reaching Jews spread out in the countryside. Rabbi Yaakov and Tiferes Cahnman and their children spend most of their time on the road reaching Yidden located across rural Arizona.
Levaya Held for Mrs. Braindy Naparstek
A large crowd of men and women gathered in front of 770 for the levaya of longtime Crown Heights community member Mrs. Braindy Naparstek.
‘Jelly Belly’ Drops Kosher Certification on Select Items
Due to changes in a Jelly Belly factory, some products will no longer be kosher. Consumers are encouraged to check for the OU symbol on all Jelly Belly packaging before purchasing the products.
Final Preparations in Alma Ata for Shabbos Chof Av
Preparations are now being completed for the special Shabbos near the Ohel of Harav Levi Yitzchok in Alma-Ata, Kazakhstan, in honor of his 80th yahrzeit. Local officials are assisting with the preparations in admiration of the “spiritual grandfather of the community, Rabbi Schneerson.”
Mrs. Braindy Naparstek, 65, AH
Mrs. Braindy Naparstek, a mother and grandmother from Crown Heights who worked for many years in her family’s Zakon’s Toys store on Kingston Avenue, passed away on Wednesday, 17 Av.
Defying Danger: Chabad Educators Rally in Israel’s North
Over 70 principals from Chabad institutions fearlessly gathered at a kibbutz in the north of Eretz Yisroel for a three day kinus full of informative lectures, workshops, and empowerment sessions.
Annual Chof Av Yarchei Kallah Held in Lugano, Switzerland
Shluchim and and rabbonim from across Europe joined bochurim at the Yeshivas Kayitz in Lugano, Switzerland for the annual Yarchei Kallah held in honor of Harav Levi Yitzchok around his yahrtzeit.
U.N. Mezuzah Is Meant to Make a Statement
On the day before Israeli UN Ambassador Gilad Erdan concluded his term, he affixed a mezuzah at the entrance of Israel’s office at the UN. The unique mezuzah is shaped like the Land of Israel and was intended to make a loud statement.
Beis Medrash Dedicated in Memory of Baal Hahilula’s Devotee
A new wing in the Heichal Levi Yitzchak shul in Shikun Chabad of Yerushalayim was completed in memory of R’ Baruch Shifrin, who served the Baal Hahilula in his final months and officiated at his funeral and burial in Alma Ata.
War Day 319: Six Hostage Bodies Rescued, Iran In No Rush
War Summary, Day 319: Overnight, the IDF rescued the bodies of six hostages from a tunnel in Khan Younis, Netanyahu hinted to families of hostages and fallen soldiers that there are more rescue operations in the works, and Iran is continuing with their threats, but now adding that they’re in no rush.
Live: Shloshim Event for Rabbi Shmuel Butman
Live at 8:30 PM: Family, friends, and admirers of Rabbi Shmuel Butman will gather tonight at the Jewish Children’s Museum for a shloshim event with guest speakers and a special video presentation.
Win a Trip for Two at Kosher Resort in the Bahamas
Support Bonei Olam Chabad in this last round, and win a three day trip for two at a beautiful resort with kosher food accommodations.
The Rebbe’s Unique Promise: Up to 500 Times as Much
Take the opportunity in honor of the 80th anniversary of Chof Av to support Chabad of Kazakhstan, a cause dear to the Rebbe’s heart and merit the brachos of payback “…up to 500 times as much!”
Uplifting Kumzitz Event Shares Unity, Gratitude and Hope
A nostalgic kumzitz featuring Abie Rotenberg, Shlomo Simcha and the Prime Singers Choir, the Arches was enveloped with unity, gratitude and hope, celebrating the B”H miraculous news of 55 babies born through Bonei Olam Chabad.
Crown Heights Showed Up En Masse for Bonei Olam
The Crown Heights community showed up en masse at the Arches to show support for Bonei Olam Chabad, who launched their annual fundraiser, with a one million dollar goal of helping 134 couples achieve the dream of parenthood.
New Shluchim to Boston University
Rabbi Yisroel and Zelda Posner, along with their newborn daughter Mushka, have been appointed as the new Shluchim to Boston, Massachusetts, serving Boston University.
Bonei Olam Is Here For You – Here’s How
Over the past few years fertility issues in our community have skyrocketed, but less known is the explosion of medical breakthroughs available today – so long as one knows what to look for.
Northernmost Jewish Community Gets Chabad House for 80th Chof Av
A new Chabad House in Fairbanks, Alaska, the northernmost Jewish community in the world, will open this Shabbos by shluchim Rabbi Heshy and Chani Wolf in honor of the 80th anniversary of Chof Av.
Machane Moshiach in the Poconos Off to a Great Start
Camp Machane Moshiach Poconos kicked off its summer season with an incredible start. The camp, renowned for its unique blend of education, fun, and chassidishe values, is already buzzing with excitement and energy to greet Moshiach.
Learn How to Conduct Your Business According to Halacha
Are you an entrepreneur unsure of how to structure your business according to Jewish law? Or perhaps a seasoned professional facing new challenges in the ever-evolving world of commerce? This new course is for you.
In Overnight Raid, IDF Recovers Bodies of Six Hostages
The IDF reported Tuesday morning that the bodies of six hostages had been rescued from Gaza on Monday night. They are: Nadav Popplewell, Yagev Buchstab, Yoram Metzger, Haim Perry, Alex Danzig, and Avraham Munder.
Chabad Hub Serves Guests at the Democratic National Convention
A “Chabad Hub” set up by Chabad of Illinois at the Democratic National Convention offers tefillin, minyanim, and kosher food, for Jewish attendees, and sheva mitzvos for everyone else.