In honor of Purim, the Chabad center in Piazza Bologna organized a party dedicated to young people. The evening was enlivened by a stand-up show by Itai Keren and a buffet featuring Middle Eastern delicacies, including hummus with meat or mushrooms and pita bread. In the afternoon, Purim was celebrated at the Shuk, with stalls […]
Rabbi Menachem Lazar and Rebbetzin Lazar, directors of Chabad Piazza Bologna in Rome, embarked on a meaningful journey to Israel to officiate the wedding of two former students, Shamil and Shachar, who blossomed into accomplished doctors at La Sapienza University in Rome. The couple, integral members of the Chabad family during their time in Rome, […]
In a momentous occasion blending ancient history with contemporary celebration, the Colosseum in Rome shone with the glow of Chanukah candles as Vice Prime Minister Antonio Tajani, alongside Rabbi Menachem Lazar of Chabad Piazza Bologna, spearheaded a poignant lighting ceremony. The ceremony outside the Colosseum attracted dignitaries including the Vice President of the First Municipality […]
The festive atmosphere of Chanukah was elevated to new heights during the third evening of celebration at Piazza Bologna, where firefighters played a special role. In addition to lighting the Shamash from the firetruck ladder, they delighted attendees by dropping parachutes loaded with chocolate coins. This creative and engaging gesture added an extra touch of […]
As the conflict during Simchat Torah unfolded in Israel, Chabad Piazza Bologna in Rome swiftly shifted its focus to aiding Israelis stranded in Italy. With flights suspended and uncertainty looming, Chabad became a beacon of support for those seeking refuge or a means to return home. Israeli nationals stuck in Rome were assisted in securing […]
Last night, an eager audience gathered to hear Mrs. Sarah Karmely share her experiences and insights on married life. For two hours, women came to listen and seek advice, with many staying after the session to engage in private conversations with Mrs. Karmely. During the discussion, Mrs. Karmely provided valuable guidance on various aspects of […]
The Jewish multimedia landscape for children in Italian is almost non-existent, but now thanks to the small contribution of short animated videos on the Parashah, this gap is starting to fill. The project, an idea of Chaya Lazar, helped by Chana Lazar and Chezky Lazar, started with the Parashah of Bereshit. The minute-long video is […]
For the second year, Chanukià illuminated the Colosseum, this year even more closer, next to the Arch of Constantine, not far from the Arch of Titus. As in the first year, an ice Chanukià was lit again this year in the presence of the vice-president of the 1st Municipality of Rome, Alessandra Sermoneta and the […]
By now the lighting in Piazza Bologna has become a tradition in which many people participate every day and especially in the main evening where several hundred participate. This year, at the main evening, there was the novelty of the presence of the Firefighters, from the Central Command of Rome, led by the deputy vicar […]
Students and young adults gathered at Chabad the first evening of Chanukah after lighting the public menorah in Piazza Bologna for an evening of celebration. After dinner was served the students played a interactive Chanukah game and then enjoyed a bar of doughnuts with various fillings and toppings. The party was an occasion for many […]
