Scholars
In Residence
Rabbi Dr. Ephraim Book
For the past 18 years, Rabbi Mendel and Rochel Druk have served as the dedicated co-directors of the Chabad Jewish Center of Cancún. In this vital role, they open their doors to thousands of Jewish visitors annually, embracing people from all walks of life with warmth and hospitality. Beyond their work at the center, they also direct the Gal Chabad Jewish Montessori and its preschool, fostering Jewish education and community for the next generation.
Rabbi Mendel Druck
For the past 18 years, Rabbi Mendel and Rochel Druk have served as the dedicated co-directors of the Chabad Jewish Center of Cancún. In this vital role, they open their doors to thousands of Jewish visitors annually, embracing people from all walks of life with warmth and hospitality. Beyond their work at the center, they also direct the Gal Chabad Jewish Montessori and its preschool, fostering Jewish education and community for the next generation.
Miss Lele Book - Workshop
A graduate of Manhattan High School and Michlalah seminary, Lele has always been passionate about learning and teaching Torah to young women. Her workshops are both informative and creative and have been enjoyed by many girls on the program. Lele’s goal is to infuse the Yom Tov with ideas that the girls can take home and carry with them throughout the year.