After fighting for her life for many challenging and agonizing years, Elki Lefkowitz’s beautiful and kind neshama was returned to her maker. Help her 2 small children as they face a future without her. Full Story
Rocket Rainfall: Chabad in Sderot – Part I
Illuminations #117, a weekly publication by COLlive.com and DollarDaily.org: Rabbi Moshe Zeev and Sima Pizem, Rabbi Mendel and Malki Rizel, and Rabbi Asher and Mushka Pizem of Chabad of Sderot, Israel tell of Shlichus under fire in during the war. Full Story
New Song ‘Matzah Zu’ Brings Pesach to the Here & Now
“Matza Zu” by singer-songwriter-shliach Yoey Muchnik captures the concept of Pesach in a fun, upbeat song. “What happened then, happens again….it’s happening to you!” Full Story, Audio
Levaya of 3 Burnt Pomona Torahs Followed by Writing of New One
An emotional Levaya was held for three Torahs destroyed in a devastating fire at the Chabad Shul in Pomona, NY on Thursday, followed by the beginning of the writing of a new Torah. Full Story, Photos, Video
Selling Chometz at Beis Din of Crown Heights
Photos: Mendy Krief/COLlive
Rabbi Yosef Braun of the Crown Heights Beis Din spent the days prior to Pesach welcoming residents and bochurim who want to sell their chametz and ask a question in halacha. Photos
Reminder: Say the Daily ‘Nasi’
Every day through Nissan 13, we recite the verses describing the offerings made by the nesi'im ('princes') of the 12 tribes of Israel. It follows with a short prayer. Nasi
Shelf-Stable Seders and Freedom Behind Bars: Prepping for Pesach with Aleph
Interview with Rabbi Mendy Katz, Director of Prison Outreach at the Aleph Institute, who describes what Pesach preparations look like at Aleph. Full Story
Joey Newcomb to Star in Live Musical Event for Kids
On Sunday, 13 Nissan, April 21, Ckids will host a live Pre-Pesach musical event for Hebrew school children around the world. The program will include music, learning, and an epic interactive game. Full Story
A Gift To The Rebbe – Help fellow Anash and Shluchim
Rabbi Menachem Mendel Gluckowsky urges all to gift the Rebbe by giving Maos Chitim for needy families of Anash and Shluchim in Eretz Yisroel. Donate now at CharityForIsrael.com. Full Story
Yeshiva Bein Hazmanim Begins in Crown Heights
Yeshiva Bein Hazmanim in Crown Heights was off to a great start this week, with bochurim joining for learning and breakfast. Full Story
L’Chaim: New – Silverman
Photos: Shalom Ross/COLlive
The L'Chaim of Mendel New of Crown Heights and Sara Silverman of Marietta, GA took place at Lubavitch Yeshiva Hall in Crown Heights. Photos
Weekly Moment With the Rebbe
This Friday, “Mitzvah Tanks” will roll through the streets and matzah for Passover will be distributed in honor of 11 Nissan, birthday of the Rebbe. Born 122 years ago in Ukraine, the Rebbe saw quite a few miracles of his own – escape from two World Wars and the Communist regime; leadership role in America by turning Chabad into a global phenomenon. The Avner Institute presents a series of remembrances by Mrs. Raizel Goldberg of her grandfather, the Rebbe’s childhood teacher and a devoted Chassid. Full Story
Happy Birthday, Rebbe
On Yud Alef Nissan, we mark the 122nd birthday of the Rebbe and daven for blessings for all who need it. COLlive.com presents a collection of videos and customs for this special day. Full Story, Video
Reports: Israel Began Aerial Attack Retaliating Against Iran
Explosions were heard in multiple locations across the Middle East late Thursday night, as Israel appears to have begun exacting revenge for Iran’s unprecedented attack on the Jewish State. Full Story
Live: ‘An Evening With the Rebbe’ in Los Angeles
Join Live at 10 PM ET: "An Evening with the Rebbe," a Unity evening celebrating the birthday of the Rebbe on Yud Alef Nissan, will take place in Los Angeles, featuring world-renowned lecturer Rabbi YY Jacobson with special guests David Suissa, Elon Gold and Peter Himmelman. Live
Pesach Purchases for Beginners & Beyond
With Pesach fast approaching, Rabbi Nissan Zibell of Kashrus: Be in the Know shares valuable insight and helpful picture guides and lists to help you navigate the supermarket. Full Story
Young Singer Performs Heartfelt ‘Anim Zemiros’
Young singing sensation Gavi Greenbaum performed 'Anim Zemiros' at the Mega Siyum HaRambam at 770 Eastern Parkway on Wednesday evening in Crown Heights. Video
74 Mitzvah Tanks Head Out to NYC to Honor the Rebbe
Photos: Dovber Donner/COLlive
The 50th Mitzvah Tank parade headed out to the streets of New York City on Thursday in honor of the Rebbe’s birthday on Yud Alef Nissan. Full Story, Photos, Video
‘Rambam at 5:30AM’ – Devotion and Creativity for Learning
Last night's Siyum HaRambam was not only a celebration of completing the study cycle of Rambam, but also a platform to showcase how diverse groups of individuals maintain their commitment to daily study. The feature film "Rambam at 5:30AM," presented during the event, highlighted this beautifully. Full Story, Video
Kids Join Yud Alef Nissan Rally at 770
A grand Tzivos Hashem children's rally took place Thursday in honor of Yud Alef Nissan in front of 770 Eastern Parkway, ending with watching the Mitzvah Tank Parade. Photos, Video
Live: New Torah to Commence at Chabad Pomona Shul
Watch Live at 4:00 PM ET: Following the devastating fire which took place in Pomona, NY where 3 Sifrei Torah were consumed in a fire, the writing of a new Torah will commence. Live
Help a Local Family Facing Eviction
A local family is facing eviction, and your help is much needed. Full Story
President Biden Declares Education Day, Honors the Rebbe’s Birthday
President Joe Biden has proclaimed the Rebbe's 122nd birthday as the national Education and Sharing Day USA, emphasizing that "We honor the Rebbe’s birthday every year, but we know this year is different." Full Story
