Chabad of Newark — Local services in Newark

Stranded over shabbat in Newark due to a cancelled flight, the Chabad House in Newark was a real blessing. PERFECTLY located to help people like me, I was lucky enough to connect with Rabbi Minsky on Friday morning. He graciously offered to bring kosher food to my hotel on his way to teach a class in the area. He invited me to join the class if I chose, showing true warmth and openness. He then invited me to his home for all 3 shabbat meals. I found at every encounter a lively host, intelligent guests, and meaningful and educating conversations. The rabbanit was also so very welcoming; the good middot (ethics) of the parents were already clearly apparent in their young child. Shabbat afternoon, Rabbi Minsky invited me back to his home for some advanced learning from a book gifted to him by his father. The students of Rutgers are so very lucky to have Rabbi Minsky and his wife nearby. His presence in Newark makes the city a worthy destination for scholars of Torah in general, and a true blessing for all those lucky enough to find themselves in Newark...

Our son was hospitalized by the university hospital in Newark, and we were totally unprepared. Chabad of Newark went out of their way and brought us generous food (including for our son) for both nights! They offered anything to help during our stay. We were...

Highly recommend for all Jewish students, graduate and undergraduate degrees. From shabbat meals to networking and jewish educational events, this is where...