Flags waving, megaphones blaring, the streets of Crown Heights are being rocked by thousands of CTeeners from all around the world.
Before the teens headed out to the big apple this morning, they had the opportunity to put on Tefillin and Daven in the Rebbe’s Shul, followed by a delicious breakfast before they hit the subway to take on the big city.
For Elia, a 9th Grader from the quaint Caribbean island of St Lucia, the Shabbaton is nothing like he’s ever experienced. “There are a lot more people here than I thought there would be,” he said. “But there’s great energy here, it’s awesome. It feels like a family, not just like any trip but like a family like we are all brothers.
For those Davening at 770 on Friday night, please be aware that the entire Shul will be reserved for the teens, including the entire downstairs of 770 and the Kingston Ave women’s section.
The upstairs floor of 770, including the small zal and the Rebbe’s room, will also be closed from 4:15 until 6:00 PM.
On Sunday, thousands of teens will be visiting the Ohel from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM and again from 2:30 PM to 7:30 PM. If you plan on visiting the Ohel during these times, please expect larger than usual lines. We encourage you to plan accordingly and perhaps adjust your schedule if possible.
Furthermore, due to the large number of buses transporting the teens on Sunday, there may be some traffic congestion. Please be aware that on Sunday morning, buses will be leaving at 8:15 and 9:45 AM from President, Carrol, and Montgomery streets between Brooklyn and Troy Avenues.
CTeen HQ appreciates the support and participation of the Crown Heights community in making this special Shabbos a reality every year. We apologize for any inconvenience that may occur due to the large crowds and appreciate your understanding.
