Annual community dairy lunch in honor of our dear son Avner’s 6th birthday!
June 2, 2011 by RabbiAri
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Join us as we celebrate together. Wednesday, June 8 after services.
Shavuot marks the day we received the Torah and the day Avner was born. It is customary to eat dairy on this holiday. As milk sustains an infant so too, the words of Torah continue to sustain and bring life to the Jewish people. 
Lunch: Wednesday, June 8th 12:30pm or after services at Kol israel. Services begin at 10am.
Kindly RSVP by replying to this email so we may plan accordingly. There is no fee.
Lunch Sponsored by Avner’s parents, Rabbi Ari & Chaya Kirschenbaum.
We look forward to greeting you and sharing in our simcha.
Shavuot Eve Torah experience @ CKI
June 2, 2011 by RabbiAri
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Learning on Shavuot night
On the first night of Shavuot (this year, Tuesday night, June 7), Jews throughout the world observe the centuries-old custom of conducting an all-night vigil dedicated to Torah learning and preparation for receiving the Torah anew the next morning. 
One explanation for this tradition is that the Jewish people did not rise early on the day G‑d gave the Torah, and it was necessary for G‑d Himself to awaken them. To compensate for their behavior, Jews have accepted upon themselves the custom of remaining awake all night.
Join us for text based study as well as Open mic: Bring your Torah questions and open a conversation.
10:30pm -1:00am
Cong. Kol Israel 603 St Johns Pl.
Light refreshments served.
10 Commandments & Ice Cream party!
June 2, 2011 by RabbiAri
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On Shavuot we re-receive the Torah, and are gifted with wisdom and insight for the whole year ahead.
This is our special day, our birthday as a nation. 
Shavuot is an especially important day for the children, as they were the original guarantors for the Torah and they are the future of our people.
Bring the Children & family and Celebrate! with Ice Cream and the Reading of the 10 Commandments
Wednesday, June 8
Services 10am
10 Commandments 11:00am
Lunch 12:30pm
at Cong. Kol Israel
603 St Johns Pl
Lag Ba’Omer Annual BBQ Smoke Event
May 12, 2011 by RabbiAri
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Save the date. Saturday eve, May 21 9:00pm
Lag B’Omer Celebration, BBQ Smoke & Zohar
Join together for the annual Lag Ba’omer celebration as we sit around the warmth of fire and discover the mystical and magical teachings of the Zohar led by Rabbi Ari Kirschenbaum. 
Lag BaOmer — this year, May 22nd — is a festive day on the Jewish calendar, celebrating the anniversary of the passing of the great sage and mystic Rabbi Shimon bar Yochai, author of the Zohar. It also commemorates another event. In the weeks between Passover and Shavuot, a plague raged amongst the disciples of the great sage Rabbi Akiva. On Lag Ba’Omer the dying ceased.
No reservations necessary, please feel welcome to bring friends. $10 cover please. Sponsors Welcome 347.787.0864 - info@brooklynyid.com
Location to be announced
We look forward to celebrating together.
Community Passover Seder | RSVP
April 6, 2011 by RabbiAri
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Join the Kirschenbaum clan & Chabad Prospect Heights & Fort Greene for a meaningful and spiritually uplifting experience as we celebrate freedom this Passover
Monday Evening, April 18th 7:00 pm At Congregation Kol Israel of Prospect Heights 603 St Johns Pl. In the heart of Brownstone Brooklyn
The First Seder: Eve of First day Passover
Monday, April 18th, 2011 
Evening Service 7:15pm
Followed by candle lighting
Seder begins 8:00 pm
To RSVP please email info@brooklynyid.com or call 347.787.0864 Reservations must be made in advance. Kindly include number of reservations with names and ages of children attending as well as any special requests. Children will be served an earlier dinner.
Cover fee: $40 adult / $18 child | In the Passover spirit of “All those who are hungry, come let them eat”, no one will be turned away for lack of funds. Co-Sponsor $360
We look forward to greeting you at the Seder!
Rabbi Ari & Chaya Kirschenbaum
Upcoming Passover Courses
March 26, 2011 by RabbiAri
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Purim 2011
March 16, 2011 by RabbiAri
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It’s Purim!
Join Chabad of Prospect Heights & Fort Greene for it’s annual Purim Fever
Bring your Instruments (Graggers & Noisemakers) and join the Jam!
Saturday evening March 19
* Megillah Reading 8:30pm @ Cong. Kol Israel 603 St Johns Pl.
- Every Flavor Hamentash!
- Lavish Purim desert Buffet
- Live Music with our very own Peretz Abish & The Blue Diamond’s
- L’chaim’s & Graggers galore!
- Masquerade in royal attire
- Multi Media Megilah reading
- Costume parade
Special children’s program including arts and crafts, fun games, face painting and more!
While there is no fee, Please bring your wallets and donate generously to Chabad, It’s Purim!!
Co- Sponsored by Cong. Kol Israel & Dr. & Mrs. Naomi Pincus
Sunday AM Purim Megillah Reading & Brunch
Sunday Morning, March 20th @ 10:30am
Chabad Prospect Heights will be hosting it’s annual Purim morning Megillah reading & Brunch (seudas yom tov) @ Franklin Park Bar & Lounge 618 St Johns pl. and hosted by our very own Toli Dubinsky & Matt Ruff.
Megilah Reading 10:45am followed by brunch & fun
Please bring you own grogger (noisemaker) if you have one!
Suggested fee: Adults $10 | Children $5 | Sponsor $360
Seeking Sponsors… Please bring your wallets and donate generously to Chabad, It’s Purim!!
Menny’s Upsherin Ceremony & Party Invitation
February 16, 2011 by RabbiAri
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Upcoming event: Annual Pre-Passover Gourmet Cooking Demonstration & Dinner
February 8, 2011 by RabbiAri
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Chef Adam SaNogueira
The Jewish Woman’s Circle is proud to announce our annual community wide Pre-Passover gourmet cooking demonstration followed by dinner led by our very own acclaimed Chef Adam SaNogueira and hosted by Mr. & Mrs. Miriam Boymelgreen.
The program is open to men and Women.
If you feel like your hands are tied when it comes to making the Shabbat or holiday meal, or just looking for a fabulous feast and fantastic tips, Let Adam expertly guide you. Best of all, enjoy a feast of a dinner post presentation!
Date: Tuesday, March 8, 2011
Location: Home of Mr. & Mrs. Miriam Boymelgreen 535 Dean St. apt #208
Time: 8:00-10:00pm
Cover: $18
Menu:
Amuse Bouche (hors d’oeuvre): Cod Cakes with horseradish & jicama slaw.
Soup: Cream of Asparagus with Oyster mushrooms
Salad: Fennel “Charoses”
Main: Coq au Vin (Chicken in red wine)
Dessert: Cashew butter truffles
To RSVP or to become a Sponsor, please contact info@brooklynyid.com or 347.787.0864 To make a secure online payment or sponsorship, please CLICK HERE www.chabadofprospectheights.echaritybox.com/ Checks may be mailed to our office 340 Sterling Pl. Suite 1A Brooklyn, NY 11238
Looking forward to a great and fun evening and to greeting you there!
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This program was co-sponsored in part by www.Savemint.com and the Shankman family foundation and Chabad Prospect Heights & Fort Greene.
Upcoming Shabbaton & Dinner. Friday, Jan 14, 2011
December 27, 2010 by RabbiAri
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