Chabad of the Five Towns: Jewish Outreach and Education Community Center serving the Five Towns and Nassau County
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A Word From the Rabbi


I would like to invite you to join me for an “Evening of Tribute” in honor of the 14th Yahrzeit (anniversary of passing) of the Rebbe, Rabbi Menachem Schneerson of righteous memory. The Rebbe and his teachings are the inspiration to our Chabad House, as well as the thousands of other such centers around the world. He single-handedly inspired young Chabad rabbis and their families to go out and dedicate their lives to Jewish outreach, connecting with others from all backgrounds and levels of observance.

Rabbi Yosef Y. Jacobson will honor us as the guest speaker with Cantorial renditions by S. Z. Baumgarten, and a special video presentation at a large-scale memorial event remembering the life and legacy of the Lubavitcher Rebbe. Communities from throughout the tri-state area will be joining together on Tuesday, July 1, 2008 – 28 Sivan, 5768 at Ohel Chabad Lubavitch, the visitor complex adjacent to the Rebbe's resting place in the Cambria Heights section of Queens.

The Rebbe showed us all insisting that each and every one of us is an equal and integral part of Hashem’s beloved people. He taught love and non-judgmental caring for each and every individual. The spirit of unity that you find here at Chabad is due to his instruction and teachings. As such, it is fitting that all of us who have benefited from the Chabad House come out to honor his memory as we mark his yahrzeit.

We’re anticipating a very large crowd and we hope there will be a nice turnout from our community. For more information, visit www.eveningoftribute.com or call us to make your reservation, 516-295-2478 x10. Looking forward to your participation at this special event.

Best wishes for a Shabbat Shalom and a Good Chodesh

Rabbi Zalman Wolowik

Upcoming Events: www.chabad5towns.com/events

Kiddush
The Kiddush at Chabad this week is sponsored by Efrem & Leah Schnoll in honor of the Bat Mitzvah of their daughter, Miriam.
If you wish to sponsor a future kiddush at Chabad, please contact Dr. Muller at 516-569-0169.

Shabbat, June 28 • Birthday Shabbat
A birthday celebration for all children who are born in the Hebrew month of Tammuz. Come to Chabad to receive a gift and eat birthdaycake with your friends who also have birthday in Tammuz. After morning services.

Monday, June 30 • Farbrengen: 28th of Sivan
Farbrengen for men to commemorate the arrival of the Lubavitcher Rebbe, OB”M to the United States in 1941. Men meet at Chabad 8:15 pm

Tuesday July 1, 2008 • Tribute Evening
In honor of the 14th yartzeit of the Rebbe, OBM, at at OHEL CHABAD LUBAVITCH 226-20 Francis Lewis Boulevard Cambria Heights, New York: Adjacent to the Ohel of the Rebbe. Program 7:30—9:00 p.m. Visits to the Ohel: 6:00—7:30 p.m. Additional visits following the program. Rabb Yosef Y. Jacobson will be the featured guest speaker, “The Rebbe’s Visions and Inspiration”. The Rebbe’s Niggunim (songs) will be led by Cantor Shneur Zalman Baumgarten. Special Video Presentation | Light Buffet| Valet Parking. Couvert $18. RSVP Call 516-295-2478 or [email protected]

Wednesday July 2 • Women’s Circle
NOTE CHANGE OF DATE. “Fireworks for the Soul” Not the kind you’re thinking of. Noted speaker Mrs. Chaya Franklin will discuss the spirituality of summer in her intense, colorful and dynamic style. This month’s meeting will be held at Chabad, 74 Maple Avenue, 8:15 pm

Shabbat, July 5 • Farbrengen:
In honor of the 3rd of Tammuz Celebrating the life of the Lubavitcher Rebbe OB”M. After morning service.

Sunday, July 6 • Community Trip to the Ohel
Meet at Chabad for the opportunity to go pray at the Lubavitcher Rebbe’s resting place, known at the Ohel. 10:00 am

 
B"H
Candle Lighting Times for
Port Washington, NY
[Based on Zip Code 11050]
Shabbat Candle Lighting:
Friday, Jun. 27
8:12 pm
Shabbat Ends:
Shabbat, Jun. 28
9:21 pm
Torah Portion: Korach

Upcoming Events
Chassidic Mysticism - Rabbi Shneur Z. Wolowik
Jun. 20, 2008 - 5:30 am

Shacharit
Jun. 20, 2008 - 6:30 am

Daf Yomi - Rabbi Elly Storch
Jun. 20, 2008 - 7:15 am

Daily Rambam - Rabbi Meir Preger
Jun. 20, 2008 - 7:15 am

Chassidic Discourse - Rabbi Nachman Ross
Jun. 21, 2008 - 8:45 am

Shacharit
Jun. 21, 2008 - 9:20 am

Parsha Insights of the Baal HaTanya - Rabbi Yanky Feder
Jun. 22, 2008 - 7:00 am

Breakfast & Bavli (For all levels) - Rabbi Shneur Z. Wolowik
Jun. 22, 2008 - 8:45 am

Daily Rambam - Rabbi Meir Preger
Jun. 22, 2008 - 8:45 am

Tanya - Rabbi Meir Preger
Jun. 23, 2008 - 5:45 am

Shacharit
Jun. 23, 2008 - 6:30 am

Daf Yomi Daily Talmud Study - Rabbi Elly Storch
Jun. 23, 2008 - 7:15 am

Daily Rambam - Rabbi Meir Preger
Jun. 23, 2008 - 7:15 am

Food for the Body & Soul - Rebbetzin Rivka Kotlarsky
Jun. 23, 2008 - 10:30 am

Connection to the Source - Mrs. Leah Muller
Jun. 23, 2008 - 2:45 pm

· View all upcoming events


Shul Family News


MAZAL TOV!
Efrem & Leah Schnoll on the Bat Mitzvah of their daughter, Miriam

Sydney & Debby Hoffert on the birth of a grandson to their children, Sara & Michael Horowitz, brother to David & Yael.
The bris will take place IY”H on Wednesday in Hong Kong.

Teddy & Faye Adams on the birth of a great-grandchild.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY
Tzivia Ross, Yakoc Stein, Liore Shai, Moshe Bentzion Geisinsky, Malka Groisman, Devorah Sara( Madison) Mark

YARTZEITS
June 29 ~ Sivan 26
Father of Gloria Schreiber
Mr. Ahron Weinberg

June 30 ~ Sivan 27
Mother of Mel Cwibeker
Mrs. Carmella Cwibeker

July 4~ Tammuz 1
Father of Howard Taitz
Mr. Max Taitz

 
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