Rabbi Eugene Labovitz passed away on the third of Sivan at the age of 82. One of the original kiruv rabbonim before it was even called kiruv, Rabbi Labovitz was born in Pittsburgh and was sent to Yeshiva Torah Vodaas in Brooklyn to continue his studies. more

This Sunday, New York will celebrate 64 years since Israel declared its independence by hosting what has become an institution for 48 years. The largest gathering of Jews outside of Israel to commemorate and celebrate the forming of the Jewish State is the Israel Day Parade which has in the past been arranged by the Israel Tribute Committee with respect and dignity. more

For the weekend of Shabbos May 12th, the CAHAL 8th grade class in the HAFTR Middle School traveled to the Catskill Mountains for a shabbaton. The highlight of the weekend was an amazing Chesed project on Friday. The boys had the opportunity to be part of the wonderful Mitzvah of donating shoes to needy families in Eretz Yisrael. more

Shavuot is hands down my favorite Jewish holiday because we are mandated to eat dairy foods, stay up all night learning and share festive family time. These three customs are activities that fit in perfectly with my preferences. more

May 26 Habura at Congregation Bais Tefilah of Woodmere To Celebrate Siyum of Sefer Hachinuch The Habura is finally about to reach the 613th mitvah. All are invited to come and join in the Siyum and to begin a new cycle of learning. Congregation Bais Tefilah of Woodmere is located at 409 Edward Avenue. The Siyum will take place after the 7:15 minysn on May 20, erev Shavuos. more

20,000 people are expected for the 19th Annual Israel Day Concert in Central Park, Carl Freyer, z"l Tribute, Dr. Manfred Lehmann Memorial event, which will be held at Central Park's Summer Stage (enter at 5th Ave. & 72nd St.), Sunday, June 3rd (the 45th anniversary of the miracle of the Six-Day War and the Re-unification of Jerusalem), from 2:30-7:30 PM, rain or shine, free admission, after the Salute to Israel Parade. more

There is a widespread custom to stay up on Shavuot evening learning Torah. Obvious, you’ll say, but the truth is that the custom is mostly kabbalistic in nature. more