About
Chabad of Evanston known as the Tannenbaum Chabad House is the epicenter for Jewish life in Evanston, IL. The first Chabad center to open in IL. is a warm embracing and invited place which services the community in a variety of different ways. We offer activities and programs for adults, Northwestern University students, as well as children. Shabbat and Holiday services, international speakers, classes, Holiday celebrations, concerts, and excursions are just a few of our events. Our doors are open to all regardless of age, background, affiliation, or level of observance.
Evanston Chabad is more than just a community, we are family.
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Evanston Chabad is more than just a community, we are family.
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Learning & Inspiration
- Human Language, Intelligence, and TorahThe Rebbe's Classic Treatment of the "Five Voices at Sinai" Read More
- Shavuot: Your True Self, Free from AnxietyAnxiety and depression are often the result of discomfort or confusion about one's own identity. Read More
- Celebrating Jewish Life in America We, the Jewish people, feel a deep sense of gratitude to the United States, which welcomed millions... Read More
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Shabbat & Holidays
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Daily Thought
People think that Torah is about something: that it comes to explain our world, what has happened and what will happen, where each thing belongs and what to do with it.
In a way, this is true. But ultimately, Torah isn’t about anything—everything is about Torah.
Before creating a world, the sages say, G-d first composed a blueprint from His Torah. This Torah that we unfold in our world is that primordial Torah speaking within the parameters of our world.
G‑d emanated light, created a world and filled it with events, people...



