Friday, April 08, 2011

A Wedding Planner That Helps the Needy

Devorah Benjamin runs an organization in Crown Heights, Brooklyn, that plans and pays for weddings for couples who cannot afford them. She has raised over $5 million for 4,000 weddings. Click Here for full Article.

2x4 Through the Windshield

From the author: "Okay, so I only posted this video because my son wanted to see if we could get 1,000 hits. And I thought maybe having a little fun with it might help me deal with it too. I disabled comments because people were being so incredibly mean. So far I've Been accused of faking it (really?), been blamed for everything from the high price of gas global warming, and it was getting out of hand. Believe it or don't, it really did happen. Analyze the why's and how's if you need to, but I only thought it was an incredible dose of reality and that people would be shocked to see it. And really people, why in the world would you have to be so hateful??? Pay attention at the 30 second mark. No- it wasn't an April Fools joke, it really happened, and I was fine."

Thursday, April 07, 2011

Bomb Near Chabad of S. Monica was only a Rumor

Captain Mark Bridges of the Santa Monica Fire Department, Rabbi Isaac Levitansky and Mirel Levitansky discuss an accidental explosion that went off at the Chabad of Santa Monica,  California, on April 7, 2011.


Thirsty Dog Vs. Thirsty Child

We must treat our children to "treat you fellow friend or dog like they were you" and then we all would find some piece of mind and unity.

Is this the Rubble of Kriyas Yamsuf?!

A quite facinating documentary about a group of researchers, diving into the waters, searching for the remains of the Egyptian chariots and Wagons which were lost in the Yam Suf during Kriyas Yam Suf, over 3000 years ago.

Avraham Fried with Child Soloist - Oyfn Pripetchik

Avraham Fried Sings at Wedding with child soloist Binyomin Lerner, some time ago.

A Song About the Maos Chitim Project

A song by Nissen Brenenson to an old familiar tune, introduces a mega project in honor of Yud Aleph Nissan, the Lubavitcher Rebbe's 110th birthday. Boys and girls will raise money for Maos Chitim for each line of Tanya they learn by-heart.

Via ColLive.com - Tzivos Hashem "Chayolim" are teaming up to give the Rebbe an incredible and unique gift - learn tens of thousands of lines of Tanya and Mishnayos Baal Peh and raise funds for Maos Chitim.

41 Chabad schools from around the world signed up for a mega Yud Aleph Nissan project marking the Rebbe's 110th birthday and dedicated in memory of Nosson Deitsch OBM, a bochur known for his love for learning.

"Nosson truly was a model bochur whose tremendous Ahavas Yisroel reached out to all those who knew him," Rabbi Shimmy Weinbaum of Tzivos Hashem told COLlive.com.

"Nosson learned and continued to review all 53 prokim of Likutei Amorim by heart until his passing last year on Lag BaOmer, and throughout his life inspired others to do the same."

Boys and girls will be learning lines of Torah by heart in blocks of 110. Lubavitch Educational Center of Florida, for example, is pledging 48x110 lines of Tanya - a total of 5280 lines of Tanya. Bnos Menachem of Crown Heights is learning 59x110 lines of Tanya, totaling 6490.

In addition, "chayolim" will be asking family and neighbors to donate a dollar for each line they learn by heart with the proceeds going to local Maos Chitim funds helping the poor for Pesach. Crown Heights money, for example, will be going to Chevra Simchas Shabbos V'Yom Tov (CSSY).

There are 2,000 chayolim participating and the goal is to raise $36,000.

"If one of the chayolim call you, please remember how much the Rebbe always spoke about the importance of Maos chitim and give whatever you can," Weinbaum said.

Chaim Yisrael at Zurich Concert

Chaim Yisrael Performing at Chabad of Switzerland's 14th Chassidic Song Festival in Zurich Sunday, January 30 2011, Accompanied by the Freilach Band from New York, led by Mendy Hershkowitz, who was the evening's Musical Director. The Concert was produce by Yaron Levy of Pearl Productions,

Yaakov Shwekey Concert in LA

Yaakov Shwekey and Shlomo Simcha in concert at the Saban Theatre, 8440 Wilshire Blvd, Beverly Hills, California. April 3, 2011. Benefiting Bais Chaya Mushka Chabad.


Confused Baby

I can't really blame the ababy here. I mean imagine yourself lying there and having a 40 foot tall, two thousand pound giant hovering over you. At first they smile at you and so you feel safe, so you smile back. Then they make a loud noise like they are going to eat you. It would scare the manure out of you.

I'm sure this baby is related to this baby, somehow. either a cousin or something...

Hu Yivarech - A Song for the IDF Soldiers

Hu Yivarech - A Song for the IDF Soldiers, By DOV. As they defend the rights of the Jewish people within our homeland, we must always keep the brave men and women of the IDF in our hearts and minds. This song, a prayer for their safety, and the well being of all mankind, should serve to inspire each of us to give them support and remain strong.

Visit www.dovmusic.com for more information about DOV's album, full song lyrics and English translation, and to see exclusive behind the scenes photos and info from his first music video.

Hu Yivarech
written by Dov Hoschander and David Ross
Music Production: David Ross
Video Production: Studioaviv.co

DOV is the newest contemporary Jewish Pop Singer. His debut album DOV: The Gift is on sale now at your local Judaica store and on iTunes. The title of his album, "The Gift," is a reminder that we each can make this world a better place as we share our own unique and special gifts.

Wednesday, April 06, 2011

Sruly Werdyger Sings New Song - Invei Hagefen

Sruly Werdyger, Pinny Ostreicher, Yoely Brach and crew performing the new Invei Hagefen at the Weiner - Weill wedding 4/04/11. Song written by Tuli Weil.

Reb Mendel Sings Reb Mendel's Nigun

Elderly Lubavitcher Chosid, Reb Mendel Morozov, sings a Nigun at what is most probably a grand or great-grandchild's wedding in Crown Heights. This Nigun was recorded and released on Avraham Fried's latest album of Chabad Nigunim. On the Album cover, this Nigun is named as Reb Mendel's Nigun, since Rabbi Morozow would sing it often.

Chony Milecki on the keyboard.

Hard Education

Berry Weber with Shira - Aheim

Berry Weber sings one of his hit songs "Aheim" Accompanied by the Shira Choir led by Shraga Gold, at a Motzei Shabbos Kumzits in Alpine Bungalow Conley in Upstate NY August 2009 Joel Brach on the Flute

MBD "Let My People Go" 1985

Mordechai Ben David at a concert in 1985, receives the Key of Miami Beach, Florida, from Mayor Alex Daoud followed by a performance of "Let My People Go."

Tuesday, April 05, 2011

Bringing Simcha To Every Job

Nagila V'nismicha: Bringing Simcha to Every Job! Get the new CD with 20 tracks, including 2 brand new songs on CD or Digital Download at MostlyMusic.com.
Filmed and Edited by Schneur Menaker. Filmed in Cederhurst , NY

Baby on a Mission



And back up!

If Moshe Rabeinu Had a Laptop

Watch now to see what the Exodus from Egypt would have looked like if Moses had a laptop, Google Maps and Facebook. Produced by aish.com. Created by Shoot East. Written by aish.com.


A Brave News Reporter

Geraldo Rivera A Fox News correspondent, and often controversial reporter, was caught in rival crossfire covering the latest upheaval in Libya – all with cameras rolling. Rivera and his news crew were caught in the middle of the firefight near Brega, Libya. He was covering the latest news out of the country recently torn by citizens fighting for freedom from Muammar Gaddafi’s rule. Rivera said it was a disorganized situation and a result of bad timing. “It is a mess out there. It was a wild, wild scene. It was a wild exchange, a shootout against two unruly gangs.”

Incredibly Athletic Cat Takes Revenge

From the author: "I saw the bird picking on the cat this morning. So I turned on the camera...."

Cats don't stand for bullies either!

Monday, April 04, 2011

Anachnu Mamshichim - A Song for Tamar

Anachnu Mamshichim (We Will Continue). Performed by Sam Glaser and Aubrey Sharfman. Composed by Aubrey Sharfman. Directed by Michael Schwartz.

Oorah Gets “Payback” for Fake Shmorg Mailing

Oorah launched its Purim mailing with a clever, albeit misleading, fake Shmorg enclosed. Many people found this both entertaining and humorous. Oorah appreciates and welcomes feedback – but this response completely took us by surprise! What innovation! You really had us laughing out loud at the office, and we wanted to send you a little something back. Unfortunately, we have no idea who you are. Well, whatever your name is, we’d love to hear from you. Please send us your resume at HR@oorah.org!

Lipa at Zurich Concert

Lipa Schmeltzer Performing at Chabad of Switzerland's 14th Chassidic Song Festival in Zurich Sunday, January 30 2011, Accompanied by the Freilach Band from New York, led by Mendy Hershkowitz, who was the evening's Musical Director. The Concert was produce by Yaron Levy of Pearl Productions,

Sunday, April 03, 2011

Ghetto Commercial

If they had commercials in good old Jewish ghettos i'me sure they would look just like this.

New Jewish DVD's

Nimord's kingdom is about to face its greatest challenger in a young boy named Avram. While little is known of Abraham's childhood in the Torah, the Midrash presents a mighty tale of this courageous boy who stands toe to toe against the most powerful ruler of the ancient world. For the ancient city of Ur to the lush hills of Canaan, Avram's journey is filled with adventure, danger and plenty of laughs, while inspiring you. Click Here to purchase.


A brand new DVD special for Pesach, with Uncle Moishy.  Click Here to purchase.


Kids Sing in Yiddish for Kupas Ezra

Children sing in Yiddish. Accompanied by the The Meshorerim Choir, led by Chaim Blumenfeld. At the Kupas Ezra dinner at the Ateres Charna Hall in Monsey, NY. January 22, 2011. Kupas Ezra has been assisting local needy families in Monsey and Spring Valley quietly, for years.

Glenn Beck: I Stand Tonight With Israel

Glenn Beck asks why the US administration is siding with the wrong side and standing with all of those who stand against Israel.

Menachem Weinstein - Am Yisrael Chai - Music Video

New Single By Menachem Weinstein.

Sobbing 3-Year-Old Really Wants to Be Governor of NJ

Watch out, Governor Christie, you may have some competition. A clip making the rounds on YouTube features 4-year-old Jesse Koczon. The clip was shot in 2009. His brother Brandon seems to share his political acumen, correctly identifying Arnold Schwarzenegger as the governor of California (he was in office at the time).

For his part, Christie took to Twitter to try to reassure the boy. “Don’t worry Jesse, people gave plenty of reasons why I couldn’t be Governor, though being too small wasn’t one of them,” Christie tweeted.

Jesse may be sobbing in the video, but the family might be laughing all the way to the bank: the clip won $10,000 on “America’s Funniest Videos” in December. Jesse’s political future may also not be too bright with some voters: in the video he answers “yes” when asked if he’d raise property taxes.