Chernobyl Rebbe to Spend Shabbos in Williamsburg for First Time in 17 Years

By Y.M. Lowy

The Chernobyl Rebbe, shlit”a, is scheduled to spend Shabbos Parshas Shemos in Williamsburg, marking his first Shabbos visit to the neighborhood in 17 years. The Rebbe last spent Shabbos in Williamsburg in 2009.

The Rebbe, who lives in Boro Park, will spend the entire Shabbos in Williamsburg together with his chassidim. The Tishen will take place at the Eden Palace Hall, which is being prepared to accommodate the large number of attendees expected.

In addition to Shabbos, the Rebbe is expected to remain in Williamsburg for several days, during which he will visit various rabbonim and Rebbes. These gatherings are being held in support of the building fund for the new large Chernobyl Beis Medrash in Boro Park, which is currently under construction.