Anshei Moshe Shul Joins for Parade and Bonfire
The Kehillas ‘Anshei Moshe’ Family of Lincoln Place in Crown Heights held their own Lag B'Omer festivities, including a parade, bonfire and seudah.
by COLlive Editor · COLliveAs Lag BaOmer approached, the Kehillas ‘Anshei Moshe’ Family of Lincoln Place in Crown Heights transformed into a hub of excitement and joy. In the early afternoon, children gathered to create beautiful “Geon Yaakov” banners, each showcasing a special mitzvah or aspect of Yiddishkeit.
A beautiful “Mommy & Me” arts and crafts session was held, where every child proudly prepared their own banner and crown for the parade. Special Yasher Koach to Rabbi Getzel and Mrs Chana Rubashkin for running the crafts.
At 8:00, the children gathered outside for a Grand Rally Lichvod Rashbi, complete with snacks, balloons, and engaging activities. With over 100 children in attendance, the children learned about the significance of Lag BaOmer, recited the 12 Pesukim, and enjoyed stories, raffles, and prizes. A Rally was led by the Shul’s Rav, Rabbi Menachem Mendel D. Yusewitz.
As nightfall arrived, the community came together for a vibrant Lag BaOmer parade. The marching band of Ohr Menachem Kita Zayen, led by Hatomim Shlomi Wilhelm, took the lead. With torches in hand and a large Rashbi banner, the participants proudly marched through the streets of Crown Heights, filling the air with music and joy.
The parade concluded back at Anshei Moshe, where in honor of Rabbi Shimon Bar Yochai [following the daily Minyan Maariv] the traditional lighting of the Medura (bonfire) began. Fathers lit the fire, and the community came together for a night of fathers and children dancing and singing around the Medura.
Special 3-course Fleishige Seuda was served at the bonfire masterfully prepared by Reb Moishe Sandroi, who also hosted the Medurah.
Special thanks to R’ Simcha Taich for the bonfire arrangements, running the music and much more and R’ Shemi Harel for the torches. The ‘Anshei Moshe Family’ Shul truly made this Lag BaOmer an unforgettable experience.
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