Shabbat in the Heights

A spirited Shabbat experience
in the nerve center of the Chabad-Lubavitch movement

Shabbat in the Heights is dedicated in loving memory of David Rock - David Shmuel Ben Zalman Gershon z"l, marking his 11th yahrtzeit on Iyar 14 - Pesach Sheni.

4–6 IYAR 5785 • MAY 2–4, 2025

Crown Heights, Brooklyn

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WHAT  TO EXPECT

Crown Heights

Experience a taste of Crown Heights with an insider’s tour of the neighborhood highlighted by a visit to the iconic 770 building, the Rebbe’s Shul and Chabad Central Headquarters. The weekend will be complemented by three gourmet meals daily.

The Ohel

Visit a site revered by hundreds of thousands around the world, a place where heaven and earth intersect, and where prayers are answered and blessings are bestowed. The Ohel, located in Queens, NY is the resting place of the Lubavitcher Rebbe.

Inspiring Personalities

Enjoy lively and informative lectures by noted educators, and benefit from the opportunity to meet new friends who share your enjoyment of Jewish study.

Accommodations

Crown Heights boasts a variety of wonderful accommodations, designed to enhance your stay! Whether it’s a warm family home, nearby hotel or Airbnb, your Shliach and JLI are happy to assist you in making arrangements that best suit your needs. Please note that hotel and rental fees are not included.

SCHEDULE

Registration

JLI HQ - 832 Eastern Pkwy

9:30 AM - 4:00 PM

11:00 AM - Optional visit
to the Rebbe’s Library

11:00 AM & 12:15 PM - Optional walking
tour of Kingston Avenue

Pre-Shabbat Reception and
Community Group Photos

The Courtyard at 770 Eastern Pkwy

4:30 PM

The Rebbe’s Shul
and Personal Study

Rabbi Manis Friedman
770 Eastern Parkway

5:30 PM

Candle Lighting

Mrs. Shaindy Jacobson
Oholei Torah - 667 Eastern Pkwy
Women Only

6:45 PM

Jewish Wisdom: Truths and Myths

Greetings: Rabbi Yehuda Tiechtel
Oholei Torah - 667 Eastern Pkwy

7:30 PM

Friday Night Services

Oholei Torah - 667 Eastern Pkwy

8:15 PM

Shabbat Dinner

Hosted by various families in Crown Heights

9:00 PM

Breakfast

Oholei Torah - 667 Eastern Pkwy

8:00 AM

Chassidut Group Study

Let Your Soul Run Free
Rabbi Levi Dubov
Oholei Torah - 667 Eastern Pkwy

9:00 AM

Shabbat Morning Services

Oholei Torah - 667 Eastern Pkwy

10:00 AM

Kiddush

Oholei Torah - 667 Eastern Pkwy

12:30 PM

Lecture

From Radical Feminist to Hasidic Feminist
Dr. Chava Green
Oholei Torah - 667 Eastern Pkwy

1:15 PM

Shabbat Lunch

Chairman: Rabbi Chaim Hanoka
Keynote: Rare Blessings.
Rabbi Ari Shishler
Oholei Torah - 667 Eastern Pkwy

2:00 PM

Crossfire!

Rabbi Manis Friedman
Mrs. Chava Green
Rabbi Ari Shishler
Moderated by:
Rabbi Chaim Hanoka
Oholei Torah - 667 Eastern Pkwy

3:30 PM

The Rebbe’s House

1304 President St

4:45 PM

Visit with Local Personalities

Proceed with the group
following the Rebbe's House
or take some time for yourself
to rest, relax, and rejuvenate

5:15 PM

Minchah

United Lubavitcher Yeshiva
570 Crown St.

6:45 PM

Farbrengen

United Lubavitcher Yeshiva
570 Crown St.
Women:
Mrs. Rivka Kotlarsky
Mrs. Shaindy Jacobson


Men:
Rabbi Mordechai Dinerman

7:00 PM

Havdalah & Melave Malka

Sing-along Havdalah with Cantor
Greetings: Mrs. Rivka Kotlarsky
Video Presentation
Our Journey Mattisyahu and Yael Trusch
Oholei Torah - 667 Eastern Pkwy

9:30 PM

Shacharit

At any local synagogue

7:15 AM

Breakfast

JCM - 792 Eastern Parkway

8:30 AM

Sights to Visit

- Crown Heights Hatzalah
and Chaverim Tour
- The Rebbe’s Library
Rabbi Shmuel Super
- OK Kashrut Center
- Women’s Mikvah Tour
- Kingston Ave, walking tour
(includes: Scribe’s desk, wig salon,
Kapota/Hat store and more)
- Jewish Children’s Museum

10:00 AM-11:00

Depart for the Rebbe’s Ohel

Buses will depart from the
corner of President Street
and Albany Avenue

11:30 PM

The Significance of Visiting the Rebbe’s Ohel

Video Presentation
Rabbi Simon Jacobson
Ohel Chabad Lubavitch
226-20 Francis Lewis Blvd, 11411

12:30 AM

Busses Depart Back to Crown Heights and/or to JFK and LGA

Light lunch will be available

3:00 PM
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