You're a good Jew. Do you know what the 613 mitzvos are? Today we begin the new annual cycle of the study of Rambam. With a few minutes of study a day, you can be a master in less than a year, uniting with Jews around the world in this special year of Hakhel! Study online at www.chabaduptown.org/rambam or check out the daily Rambam study mobile app for your device here.
GREAT PROGRESS HAS BEEN MADE IN OUR NEW CONSTRUCTION >>>
BUT, WE NEED YOUR HELP TO COMPLETE IT! CAN WE COUNT ON YOU?www.chabaduptown.org/building
Mazel tov to Rachel Graff on her engagement to Elliot Levine from Maryland!
Chanukah is around the corner and there will be many events around Houston, beginning with this Sunday PreChanukah vendor fair at TDS! Check out all the 20+ events atwww.chabadhouston.com/localevents
CHANUKAH HIGHLIGHTS:
- Sat., Dec. 5: CHANUKAH IN THE SKY by YJP Houston - Houston Young Jewish Professionals in their 20s and 30s for an elegant evening delicacies, music, drinks, and stunning views of the city from the private rooftop lounge at the new SkyHouse at River Oaks. www.yjphouston.org
- Sun., Dec. 6: CHANUKAH FEST 2015 - The biggest Hanukkah event in Texas history is set to hit the Houston stage with 1000s expected to be in attendance. This event is co-hosted by the City of Houston and will be in front of Houston City Hall on Dec 6th from 3pm and on. You can expect to see a large array of activities and booths, arts and crafts, Houston Rockets Fan Zone, raffle, and a dazzling food quarter, provided by Genesis, Laykies & My Pita. Also featuring: Live concert, Public Menorah Lighting and Spectacular Firework show! Admission is FREE!www.chanukahinhouston.com
- Tues. Dec. 7: CHANUKA ON FIRE!! Second Annual Post Oak Menorah Lighting in cooperation with the Uptown Houston District. Amazing Fire Show by Darryl Cleveland! Giant Menora Lighting! | Inflatable & Crafts for Kids | Refreshments & Gifts for Salewww.chabaduptown.org/fire
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Shabbos Parshas Vayeitzei
Friday, November 20
Candle Lighting at 5:06 pm
Services at 6:30 pm
Shabbos, November 21
Chassidus at 9 am
Services at 10 am
Followed by Shabbos Kiddush
Mincha at 5:05 pm
Maariv, Havdalla & Shabbos Ends at 6:02 pm
Living Torah
Have a good Shabbos!
Rabbi Chaim & Chanie