What a wedding it was! I refer to the marriage of Bracha (Nemes) and Avremi Slaviticki that was held at the Hilton Riverside on Wednesday evening. The Chupah took place on a beautiful plaza overlooking the Mississippi. It was a moving ceremony that incorporated tradition, spirituality and family. Even the weather cooperated for the outdoor ceremony. Following the Chupah the guests proceeded to the main ballroom for a lovely dinner and lively dancing. Hundreds of people from near far shared the joy of the bride, groom and their families. Our locals danced hand in hand with the family and friends that came from out of town.
Mazel Tov to the Nemes and Slaviticki families. Kudos for your efforts in ensuring that everyone was graciously received and had the chance to enjoy and celebrate with you.
Every Saturday night after Havdalah we watch a video called Living Torah – consisting of several clips of the Rebbe’s talks and interactions with a variety of people. This past week the featured clip focused on the role of Federation in the broader Jewish community, which I found fascinating. So I am sharing the link if you would like to check it out for yourselves. It can be viewed at www.chabadneworleans.com/1878839.
Our Lunch N Learn Downtown NOLA takes place on Wednesday (June 20) @ 12 noon at New York Camera – 705 Canal St. We serve a hot lunch and this month’s topic is: The Lunar Files – Coming to grips with the moon’s gripe. In honor of Rosh Chodesh we will explore the moon’s demotion and the ramifications it has on Jewish life and thought. To rsvp or sponsor – [email protected] or www.chabadneworleans.com/donate.
On Monday evening, June 25 – Get Chai – a social event for young Jewish professionals is being held at the home of Vivian and Richard Cahn. See below for more info or go to www.chabadneworleans.com/1885157.
Shabbat Shalom
Rabbi Mendel Rivkin