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Chabad of Woodstock completed its first Sefer Torah on Yud Gimmel Tammuz, the Chag Hageulah of the Frierdiker Rebbe, with hundreds taking part in the writing of the final letters, a procession through the center of Woodstock, and hakafos at the shul. Rabbi Mendy and Shaindy Karczag arrived in Woodstock nearly seven years ago, at the suggestion of Rabbi Yitzchak Hecht, head shliach of Chabad of Ulster County.

Individuals in Crown Heights are quietly working wonders through the Women’s Circle, helping children receive new Yom Tov clothing, enabling women to purchase new sheitels, supporting new mothers, and sustaining meaningful programs for women and families. A young couple reached out to my wife. They wanted to help local families purchase Yom Tov clothing for their children. And they wanted my wife, director of the Crown Heights Women’s Circle, to discreetly distribute the funds.

On Monday, July 27, The Arches will fill for the 6th Annual Bonei Olam Chabad Men’s Event. The evening will feature a soulful kumzitz with Eli Levin, prime meats fresh off the fire, an open bar, and cigars shared in good company. Yet at the heart of the great food, soulful music, and camaraderie lies a purpose that reaches far deeper: giving families in our own community the chance to build the future they have been praying for.

Mordechai (Motti) Rubinson, a young man known for his kindness and generosity, passed away on Monday, Chof Ches Tamuz after battling an extended illness. Mordechai (Motti) Rubinson passed away on Monday, Chof Ches Tamuz after battling an extended illness. Motti was known for his kindness, and generosity. He would go out of his way to help people.

Republican gubernatorial nominee Bruce Blakeman will visit Crown Heights on Wednesday morning for a community tour and discussion focused on antisemitism, neighborhood concerns, and the priorities of local Jewish residents. The Crown Heights Republican Committee will host New York Republican gubernatorial nominee Bruce Blakeman for a tour of Crown Heights and a meeting with community members on Wednesday, July 15.

The 29th of Tammuz is the yahrtzeit of Rashi. Every Jew who learns Chumash learns his Torah on a regular basis, and anyone who has ever opened a gemara has learned with him. Yet there is one piece of Rashi that almost nobody has seen, and it’s about words we say three times a day. Rashi never wrote a commentary on the siddur. His peirush on Tanach and on the gemara covers much of what we say in davening, but not all of the text of the brachos.

Oholei Torah’s overnight camp for Mechina, Mesivta, and Beis Medrash bochurim, Yeshivas Kayitz Program (YKP), has unveiled a brand new sports pavilion, an exciting addition that is already enhancing the summer experience for hundreds of bochurim. The mission of YKP is to provide bochurim with a truly meaningful summer both b’gashmiyus and b’ruchniyus.

After reviewing dozens of submissions from educators and innovators around the world, the Chinuch Pitch judges have selected 10 standout ideas—each one aiming to strengthen and improve Chinuch in a meaningful way. Now it’s your turn to vote for the three pitches you believe have the greatest potential to make a real impact.

By a Hopeful Yeshiva Parent An Open Letter to President Trump Dear Mr. President, As America celebrates its 250th birthday, I wish you continued success in your efforts to strengthen our nation. May the Almighty bless you with wisdom, strength, and good health as you continue working for the benefit of all Americans. At this historic moment, I respectfully ask for your help regarding an issue that deeply affects my family and countless other American families.

Families with loved ones in federal prison will soon have far greater opportunities to remain connected, following the nationwide rollout of secure electronic tablets announced by the Federal Bureau of Prisons. The tablets will provide inmates with secure messaging, educational and faith-based programming, healthcare and reentry resources, and unlimited video-call minutes.