From the COLlive inbox: A letter written to parents by a child, or perhaps through the eyes of a child, about how children are told one thing, but are often shown the very opposite of it. Full Story
An Analysis of the Rebbe’s Letter on the Manhattan Eruv
Rabbi Eliyahu Uminer responds to a recently published article by Rabbi Nochum Zajac where he published a letter from the Rebbe concerning the Manhattan Eruv with his commentary. Full Story
Schools Intervene to Subsidize Chidon Costs For Families
Following an open letter by a parent about the high cost of registering children in the Chidon learning competition, schools in Crown Heights and Montreal are fundraising to subsidize part of the expense. Full Story
What Else Can Be Done? A Lot!
Op-Ed by Shlucha Yehudis Bluming: "I feel compelled to submit a response to a previous Op-Ed about Shidduchim, addressing some frustration in the Shidduchim space." Full Story
My Friend and I Chased a Burglar – To No Avail
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From the COLlive inbox: “Last week, a friend and I chased a burglar around Crown Heights, we had Shomrim on his case, but at the last second he ran onto “base” where we wouldn’t be safe to follow him.” Full Story
Fed Up with the Compliments on My Look
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From the COLlive inbox: I've been recently getting compliments for losing a lot of weight and questions about how it did it. Here's why I find them unsettling and hope that people stop making them. Full Story
Crown Heights Residents Protest Against New Homeless Housing
About 70 local residents participated in a Zoom meeting of the Brooklyn Community Board 9 Housing Committee on Monday evening, as locals protest a planned new housing development in Crown Heights which will bring more homeless individuals to the neighborhood. Full Story, Video
The Dangers of Excessive Discipline in Yeshivos
Op-Ed by Moshe Hertz: The strict discipline often imposed in Yeshivos can have negative effects on the mental and emotional well-being of the bochurim, hindering their spiritual growth and connection with Hashem. Full Story
If Chinuch is So Important, Why is it so Difficult
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Op-Ed by Mrs. Chanah Rose: If Chinuch is the most important role, then why is it the most difficult? Here are just a few reasons why. Full Story
About Those ‘Shidduch Reference’ Calls
Op-Ed by Rabbi Gershon Avtzon: It's time to talk about (an often unspoken) part of the shidduch process: The reference phone calls. It is an integral part of the process, as many shidduchim are made or dropped based on these phone calls. Full Story
“Is It Good to Have Expectations of Yourself?”
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Response: The Op-Ed’s discussion on Shlichus expectations and essence seems to be dealing with a much more general age-old question: "Is it good to have expectations of yourself?" Full Story
As Someone Who Is Looking for Shlichus…
Op-ed: "I read the opinion pieces by Rabbi Gershon Avtzon and Rabbi Shimon Posner. As a yungerman currently looking for shlichus, I would like to suggest 3 points from a different perspective." Full Story
Was The Money Well Spent?
Op-Ed by Rabbi Mendel Yusewitz: "There was definitely lots of gelt poured into this event...There are many worthy causes and our money should be spent on what matters." Full Story
Chossid’s Simchas Torah Dance Moments Before Death
Article by Rabbi Shimon Posner: “As I’ve heard the story, my great uncle was either in shul or ran to the shul, and the Nazis boarded up the windows and doors and set the building on fire. His son came running to help but they caught him.” Full Story
‘Simchas Torah Shat Nisht’
Op-Ed: “There was some banter, maybe a bit of stumbling, and the next morning there was definitely a headache, but it was all part of the fun. It was good-natured, comical, and special. It was Simchas Torah!” Full Story
Is Your Child Afraid of Rosh Hashanah?
Op-Ed: Is your child afraid of the day of judgment? You may be surprised. Full Story
COLlive.com’s Top Stories of 5782
The 20 most-read articles on COLlive.com of 5782: The imposter chosson, the Maryland wedding, the Abu Dhabi wedding, Netflix co-founder's Bar Mitzvah, a viral Subway video, unity at 770, an anti-vaxx panel, an encounter in Hawaii, and the Manalapan restaurant bust. Full Story
Oh No, I’m Almost Thirteen
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From the COLlive inbox: “This past summer, I was a staff member in a mainstream Chabad overnight camp and I noticed something about the boys who will soon be turning Bar Mitzvah - and this issue needs to be discussed.” Full Story
An Open Letter From Your Child’s Counselor and Learning Teacher
Response to "2 Emails Alerted Me to a Growing Problem in Our Midst": An open letter written by a counselor and learning teacher currently at a Chabad overnight summer camp. "Did you ever stop to think about what we actually do?" Full Story
What My Son Needed Right Before Camp Last Year
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From the COLlive inbox: "Last year, as I kissed my son goodbye on the bus to overnight summer camp and bid farewell, he looked at me and asked me for something specific. I hope it can be regulated this year." Full Story
Only 3 Envelopes and 2 WhatsApp Messages
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From the COLlive inbox: "This week I concluded my 6th year of teaching and it had been a great year. Both students and the parents were very happy. On the last day of school, I received..." Full Story
Please Welcome Back the Shluchim To…
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From the COLlive inbox: "It isn't an anomaly anymore to see a family who was on Shlichus join a Lubavitch community as regular members. This drastic change in their lives is painful. Here's how to support them." Full Story
‘I Never Thought I Would Still be Here’
From the COLlive Inbox: "Last week, I received a message from a friend that tore my heart and took my sleep," shares North Carolina Shlucha Yehudis Bluming. Full Story
The Unfortunate Trend to Focus on What’s Wrong
From the COLlive inbox: A response to the recent op-eds focusing on what's wrong with our chinuch system. The stories of past hurts and mistakes are valid, but there are additional stories that aren't told and should be if you want change. Full Story
The Number One Thing a Bochur Needs
From the COLlive inbox: An exchange between my brother-in-law and a Rosh Yeshiva at a Thursday night farbrengen made me realize a recurring theme that has surfaced for me and many fellow bochurim. Full Story