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 12th yahrtzeit on Iyar 14 - Pesach Sheni.

14–16 IYAR 5786 • MAY 1–3, 2026

Crown Heights, Brooklyn

Add to My Calendar 2026-05-01 09:00:00 2026-05-03 15:00:00 America/New_York Shabbat in the Heights A SPIRITED SHABBAT EXPERIENCE IN NERVE CENTER OF THE CHABAD LUBAVITCH MOVEMENT Crown Heights, Brooklyn Shabbat in the Heights info@shabbatintheheights.com

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
Optional Tours:
10:45 AM - Tour of JEM - Jewish Educational Media
11:00 AM – Walking tour of Kingston Avenue
(includes: Scribe’s desk, wig salon,
Kapota/Hat store and more)
11:15 AM – Visit to the Rebbe’s Library
11:30 AM – Women's Mikvah Tour
12:15 PM – Walking tour of Kingston Avenue
(includes: Scribe’s desk, wig salon,
Kapota/Hat store and more)

9:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Pre-Shabbat Reception and
Community Group Photos

The Courtyard at 770 Eastern Pkwy

4:30 PM

The Rebbe’s Shul
and Personal Study

Rabbi Yitzchak Schochet
Rabbi Eliezer Zalmanov
770 Eastern Parkway

5:30 PM

Candle Lighting

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

6:45 PM

Jewish Wisdom: Truths and Myths

Rabbi Mordechai Dinerman
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

Ahavas Yisroel: What is it really and is it possible?
Rabbi Naftali Silberberg
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

Oholei Torah - 667 Eastern Pkwy

1:15 PM

Shabbat Lunch

Chairman: Rabbi Chaim Hanoka
Keynote: When The Going Gets Tough
... Where Do We Go?
Rabbi Yitzchak Schochet
Oholei Torah - 667 Eastern Pkwy

2:00 PM

Crossfire!

Rabbi Yitzchak Schochet
Mrs. Chanie Krasnianski
Rabbi Raleigh Resnick
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

Ulam Chana - 556 Crown St.

6:45 PM

Farbrengen

Women:
United Lubavitcher Yeshiva - 570 Crown St.
Mrs. Shaindy Jacobson
Mrs. Chanie Krasnianski

Men:
Ulam Chana - 556 Crown St.
Rabbi Raleigh Resnick

7:00 PM

Havdalah & Melave Malka

Sing-along Havdalah with Cantor Shmuly Hurwitz
Greetings: Rabbi Mendy Kotlarsky
Video Presentation
Our Journey Aaron and Amanda Spiro
Oholei Torah - 667 Eastern Pkwy

9:30 PM

Shacharit

At any local synagogue

7:15 AM

Breakfast

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

- Jewish Children’s Museum

10:00-11:00 AM

Depart for the Rebbe’s Ohel

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

11:30 AM

The Significance of Visiting the Rebbe’s Ohel

Video Presentation
Rabbi Yitzchak Schochet
Ohel Chabad Lubavitch
226-20 Francis Lewis Blvd, 11411

12:30 PM

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

Light lunch will be available

3:00 PM
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If you have any questions about the event, please contact us via the form below or by phone at 718-221-6900.