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Chabad UIC & West Loop is a Jewish community center dedicated to serving the Jewish and social needs of UIC & Rush students and the West Loop community. It is a place where all can feel welcome and comfortable regardless of observance and affiliation. We offer Shabbat dinners, Jewish holiday events, Torah classes, programs for kids, social events and more. Please don't hesitate to reach out. We would love to hear from you!
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  • Why the Tallit Barcode?What's the reason for the black stripes on the tallit and tzitzit? Read More
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Candle Lighting Times
Chicago, IL 60607
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7:57 PM  -  Friday, May 29
Shabbat Ends
9:08 PM  -  Shabbat, May 30
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Jul. 2 - Jul. 23
Daily Thought
The Neck
Between the brain and the heart lies a narrow strait called the neck. This neck presents a major challenge, because the brain must ponder very deeply to squeeze its thoughts through such tight passage and reach the heart below. But it is also a great advantage, because when the heart is thrown to and fro by the mighty rapids of life, spinning in circles from the turbulence of desire and fear, the brain can still observe from its perch high above the...