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While the tragedy at the Virginia Tech University shocked us, as human beings , the world over, we as a Jewish community in particular mourn the loss of one of our own, Professor Libeu Libresco, a Romanian Holocaust survivor who was murdered while courageously saving his students from certain death.
60 years after being liberated from Bergen Belsen, he chose to give up his life so that others could continue to enjoy theirs. His Kiddush Hashem, sanctification of G‑d's name was noticed by people the world over and even U.S. President George W. Bush.
May his family find solace and comfort in the knowledge that their father's moment of death was the ultimate expression of life.
A Chabad Center dedicated to his memory will be established at Virginia Tech and will perpetuate his legacy of sacrificing one's life for the sake of another. If you would like to join the global campaign of Mitzvot in his memory your Mitzva will be presented to the Students at the University.
Every week Professor Libresco would remind his wife of the appropriate time to light the Shabbat candles. This week, as she lights them alone, let us light those beautiful candles in his memory together with her. Candle lighting time tonight is at 7:21 pm.
The Lubavitcher Rebbe of righteous memory would always teach us to transform darkness to light, pain into action. This week is an especially opportune time to increase in acts of goodness and kindness. Let us light and encourage others to light those beautiful Shabbat candles, thus dispelling a little bit of the darkness in our world.
Best wishes for a Shabbat Shalom,
Rabbi Shalom M. Paltiel
NEW! Tanya Class—beginning April 28 - click to sign up!
The Tanya is the basic book of Chabad philosophy and a classic in terms of applied “intellectual Kabalah”. Its stated aim is to show a path to realizing one's purpose and developing a deeper relationship with G‑d. Encounter a spiritual dimension of Judaism with the study of the Tanya, presented in a most fascinating fashion by Rabbi Paltiel. Attain insights into yourself and the world around you with these fundamental teachings of Kabbalah, exploring and solving the dilemmas of the human soul.
This weekly class will meet every Saturday beginning April 28th from 8:45 am to 9:30 am. We hope to eventually complete the entire 52 chapters of this classic, well renowned Chassidic work. No knowledge of Hebrew reading necessary as the text will be in English. This class is for you if you are a serious student of learning, have some interest in philosophy and spirituality, and don't mind a challenging, thought provoking lesson that will make you think. Requires basic ability to concentrate... If you fit into that category and you think you can make it most Saturday mornings, this might be exactly the class you have been looking for in terms of Jewish mystical learning.
It's time to sign up with 2 simple steps – the class is free but we do need you to purchase a book online, from the publisher. Click here to sign up and take another minute to purchase this book online by clicking here.
Lag B'omer
Please make note: This year we will not be holding our annual Lag B’Omer BBQ in light of the fact that two large parades will be taking place on the same day; the Israel Day Parade in Manhattan and the Grand Lag B’Omer Parade in Brooklyn. We encourage people to attend these parades with their families to show support and solidarity.
Sixteenth Annual Dinner! Please RSVP...
 Our annual dinner is less than 2 months away! We're pleased to announce our worthy honorees: David Alpert, Ira and Stephanie Mark, Zelik Sander, Sam Suzuki.
Mark your calendar - Thursday, June 7th, 2007. We're ready to accept your reservation and/or journal ad and we're standing by 24/6 at www.chabadpw.org/dinner.
Looking out for the invitation in the mail this week or get a head-start by visiting our website to view sample ads and further information. We look forward to receiving your response!
Lag B'Omer Parade and Family Picnic - May 6
Join the students of Chabad Hebrew school on a Lag B'omer parade to Manorhaven Park , beginning at 11 am, Followed by a family picnic with bbq, games & sports, from 11:30 – 2:00 pm at the park. Fun for the whole family! All are welcome! Free of charge! Please rsvp: 516-767-8672 oOr email: [email protected].
Chabad Hebrew School Friday Night Shabbat Dinner - May 11
The students & teachers of Chabad Hebrew School cordially invite you to a Friday Evening Shabbat Dinner for our families, siblings & friends. Experience the joy of Shabbat and learn each step of the way with lessons, songs, games and plays prepared by each Hebrew School class to enhance, enliven and entertain. Mark your calendar:
Friday Evening, May 11, 2007 - Candle Lighting: 6:30 pm, Kiddush: 7:00 pm. Fee: Adults: $20 Children: $10 (under 12), Hebrew School Students: Free. Please RSVP by May 9, 2007 - call Rabbi Weinberg at 516-767-TORAH or e-mail: [email protected]
Shavuot Ice Cream Party - May 23!
This Shavuot make your Sundae on Wednesday! Hear the
10 Commandments read from the Torah, followed by a grand ice cream party! All are welcome! No charge! First Party: 10:30 - 12:00 am; Second Party: 6:00 - 7:00 pm. RSVP appreciated: 767-TORAH or [email protected].
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