From the COLlive inbox: When a shidduch doesn’t match and dating is over, there is one more thing to do before moving on, writes a single Chabad woman. Full Story
Farbrengen for 770 Bochurim in Preparation for Purim
Bochurim of the Central Chabad Yeshiva at 770 Eastern Parkway participated in a shiur and a farbrengen ahead of Purim both led by a special guest from Jerusalem. Full Story, Photos
Wedding: Eleff – Dubinsky
The wedding of Mendy Eleff of Cleveland, OH and Chassi Dubinsky of Morristown, NJ took place in Monsey, NY. Photos
New ‘Camp Mountaineers’ Travel Camp for Teen Girls
Camp Mountaineers is the new destination for adventurous Chabad girls entering 10th and 11th grade, and will embark on an eighteen day trip, to explore the breathtaking views of Colorado, Utah, and Arizona. Full Story
26 Siyumim Celebrated in Yeshivas Tomchei Temimim Vienna
Vienna came out in all its glory to salute the impressive achievements of students of the Tomchei Temimim Yeshiva in Vienna who finished no less than 26 mesechtos of Gemara! Full Story
Shmira Volunteers Thanked for Dedication at Event
Crown Heights Shmira hosted an appreciation event for its members in honor and in remembrance of its late dedicated coordinator, Leib Skoblo OBM. Full Story, Photos
Achei Temimim Students Tested on Hilchos Taaruvos
After many months of intense study and preparation, the students of Achei Temimim, Chovevei Torah were tested on Hilchos Taaruvos by Rabbi Yossi Barber. Full Story
New Engagement
Sholom Reicher – Melbourne, Australia to Esther Schaffran – Crown Heights
L’Chaim: Wednesday night at the JCM, lower level, 8 pm
Esther Coren, 74, OBM
Mrs. Esther Coren, a longtime Crown Heights resident who was known as the Mikvah Lady at the Union Street Mikvah for many years, passed away on Monday, 8 Adar Beis, 5784. Full Story
“Mendy Old Chap, I Will Fight for Israel!”
Rabbi Mendy and Rivky Hertzel, Shluchim in Zambia, tell the story of Douglas, an elderly Jew living in Zambia who hadn't seen a pair of tefillin in over 60 years...Until a couple of Chabad bochurim walked into an airport. Full Story
New Engagement
Yitzchak Pruss – London, England to Rivka Kantor – Westport, CT
L’Chaim: Tuesday night at Ulam Chana, 8 pm
Yaldei Supporters Join BBQ Event in Miami
500 supporters and friends of Yaldei Shluchei HaRebbe from throughout South Florida joined the third annual BBQ event in Miami featuring a Kumzitz with singer Eitan Katz. Full Story
New Engagement
Yisroel Baumgarten – Rockaway, New Jersey to Chaya Hanoka – Pasadena, California
L’Chaim: tonight (Mon.) At Ulam Chana, 8 pm
Mrs. Rifka Kinn, 83, OBM
Mrs. Rifka Kinn of London, and later of Manchester, the gentle and unassuming wife of the late R' Betzalel Kinn obm and matriarch of a Lubavitch family and figure of the Lubavitch community, passed away. Full Story
The Rebbe and the Death of Stalin
What really happened on Purim 5713 (1953) that led to the death of the Haman of those times? Renowned teacher, author, and speaker, Rabbi Shais Taub documents the detailed history. Full Story, Video
L’Chaim: Korf – Spalter
The L'Chaim of Mendel Korf of Miami Beach, FL and Goldie Spalter of Montville, NJ took place at the Jewish Children’s Museum in Crown Heights. Photos
The Surgery is Scheduled – Can You Help Her Get Well?
A Mother from the Shchuna Needs help for a Surgery. Full Story
Torah and Art Exhibit at Cheder Menachem in NJ
It’s a busy day at Cheder Menachem. The school is humming with excitement - It’s the annual Torah and Science fair, and at Cheder Menachem, every student is a winner. Full Story
Kehot Expands with Acquisition of Warehouse and Distribution Center
The Rebbe’s publishing house, Kehot Publication Society, in partnership with Vaad Hanachos B’Lahak, publishers of the Rebbe’s Toras Menachem series, are excited to announce the impending purchase of a spacious, 100,000 square-foot warehouse and distribution center, which will consolidate and streamline their operations. Full Story
Beyond the Options of Tough Love or Gentle Parenting
Response op-ed by Danit Schusterman: "The line 'Because I said so' no longer works, not for this generation. Today's kids need more, and we have the luxury and responsibility to give them more." Full Story
L’Chaim: Grossbaum – Schild
The L'Chaim of Sholom Ber Grossbaum of Stony Brook, NY and Chani Schild of Monsey, NY took place at the Jewish Children’s Museum in Crown Heights. Photos
Yeshivas Kayitz Prague Announces Staff for Summer 5784
Under the leadership of Rabbi Manis Barash and Rabbi Mendy Barash, Shluchim to Prague, the Yeshivas Kayitz nestled in the heart of Europe is a once in a lifetime experience for Bochurim to enjoy a packed summer filled with serious learning and shiurim, exciting trips to various historic places in Europe. Full Story
How Should We React to a Jew Publicly Refuting His Jewishness
Applied Chassidus with Rabbi Simon Jacobson: How Should We React to a Jew Publicly Refuting “His Jewishness Being Hijacked”? How Does Moshe Empower Us Today? What Is the Significance of the Small Alef in Vayikra? Why Offerings? Full Story
Yoni Z Releases Resilient Anthem ‘Avinu Chai’
Yoni Z has released his brand new single ‘Avinu Chai’ just in time for Purim and the style totally matches the joyous season. Audio
Badatz Day to Day Guide for Purim 5784
A Day-to-Day Calendar with laws and customs relevant for Taanis Esther and Purim has been produced by the Badatz of Crown Heights. Also includes Manual for Megillah Mess-ups. Full Story