Guide Category: Orthodox
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Association for Torah Advancement
A shatnez laboratory that tests to ensure that wool and linen, in accordance with Jewish law, are not mixed together in garments. Other testing locations are: Ralph Tailors, 2727 West Touhy Avenue; Jefferson Valet, 6022 North Keystone; Star Cleaners, 3704 Dempster; and Suits 20/20, 7651 North Caldwell.
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Lubavitch Chabad of Illinois
Regional headquarters for 43 Illinois Chabad Centers.
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Chicago Rabbinical Council Chevra Kadisha
Performs taharah ritual for Jewish deceased.
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Chicago Rabbinical Council Beth Din (cRc)
Providing Beth Din services including religious divorce, litigation, arbitration and mediation of financial disputes, halachic documentation, and conversion. We provide kosher certification, operate a Chevra Kadisha and serve the community with publications and programming.