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Table of Contents
Settling-in.......................................................................................... 10-35
Yeshivas/Seminaries ..............................................................................12
Cellphones .............................................................................................24
Diras....................................................................................................... 26
Things you Ought to Know About Israel............................................... 30
Laundry Dry-Cleaning ...........................................................................34
Buying Stuff...................................................................................... 36-51

Seforim................................................................................................... 38
Gifts.......................................................................................................42
Money................................................................................................... 44
Budgeting..............................................................................................48
Eateries................................................................................................52-67
Hechsherim............................................................................................54
Restaurants............................................................................................ 55
Pizza & Falafel........................................................................................ 63
Getting Around............................................................................... 68-87

Buses...................................................................................................... 76
Taxis.......................................................................................................84
Health..................................................................................................88-101
Medical Information/Insurance............................................................90
Health Tips.............................................................................................94
Wisdom Teeth........................................................................................ 96
Therapy................................................................................................ 100
Maximizing Your Year..................................................................102-115

Rebbe....................................................................................................105
Goals.....................................................................................................105
Chessed Opportunities......................................................................... 110
Parents Coming.............................................................................. 116-121

Apartments............................................................................................118
Car Rentals............................................................................................120
Cell Phone Rentals................................................................................120
Travel Agents .........................................................................................121
About Israel..................................................................................... 122-127
Basic Knowledge ..................................................................................124
Hashkafah ............................................................................................ 123
Around the Year in Israel............................................................128-161

Yomim Tovim in Israel..........................................................................130
Preparing for Shabbos.......................................................................... 138
Spending Shabbosim............................................................................ 141
Calendar................................................................................................ 152
Fun & Recreation..........................................................................162-183

Pools & Beaches....................................................................................164
Parks......................................................................................................168
Basketball.............................................................................................170
Tennis....................................................................................................170
Games................................................................................................... 172
Sem Stuff......................................................................................... 184-191

Make-up................................................................................................186
Electrolysis............................................................................................186
Jewelry..................................................................................................186
Gown Rentals........................................................................................190
Touring............................................................................................. 192-223
Kvorim...................................................................................................194
Central Israel.........................................................................................196
Northern Israel......................................................................................201
Southern Israel..................................................................................... 207
Maps.....................................................................................................209
What The Future Holds............................................................. 224-231

Yeshivas in America............................................................................. 226
Post Seminary Seminaries................................................................... 229
Scholarships and Funding................................................................... 230
Yellow Pages................................................................................. 235-240

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Egert & Cohen Page 91 Sara Gold Page 100
Electrolysis By Chayala Page 187 Surele Diet Center Page 99
Eli’s Page 57-59 Sasi Abramowitz Page 121
Epilogic Page 189 Schreiners Page 43
Epstein Translation Page 23 Seminary Savvy Page 41
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Journeys in Nach Page 41
Settling-in
• Yeshivas/Seminaries
• Cellphones
• Diras
• Things you Ought
to Know About Israel
• Laundry Dry-Cleaning
Yeshivas
Settling-in
Aderes Hatorah Rav Chaim Tzvi Senter Tel: (02)582-6336

26 Shmuel Hanavi Zville Bais Yisroel
Ahavas Chaim Rav Moshe Ginian Tel: (02)540-2941
82 Midbar Sinai Ramat Eshkol [email protected]
Aish HaTorah Rav Yosef Hillel Weinberg Tel: (073)229-3400

1 Rechov HaShvut Old City [email protected]
“Thank
Ashreinu Rav Nisanel “Gotch” Yudin Tel: (02) 547-3040 you for the
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Ateret Yerushalayim (A.J.) Rav Michoel Jablinowitz Tel: (02)587-9537

13 Mishol Hadekalim Ramot Bet [email protected]
Avnei Eitan Rav Erez Lev Tel: (04) 676-3088
Moshav Avnei Eitan Golan Heights [email protected]
Baalei Da’at Rav Chaim Levy Tel: (052)861-3193
Rechov Agassi 1 Har Nof
Bais Yisrael Rav Doniel Lehrfeld Tel: (02)656-1959
3 Rechov Zevin Neve Yaakov
Bircas Hatorah Rav Nissim Tagger Tel: (02)627-1647
4 Ohr Hachaim Old City [email protected]
Birchas Mordechai Rav Yaakov Friedman Tel: (02)580-3871
13 HaRav Koenig Street Beitar
Birchas Moshe Rav Nachum Rabinovitch Tel: (02)535-3655
21 Mitzpe Nevo Ma’ale Adumim [email protected]
Borchi Nafshi. Rav Shmuli Kahan Tel: (058)324-6100
13 Rechov Polanski Bucharim
Brisk Rav Avrohom Yehoshua Soloveichik
Rechov Press Zichron Moshe
Brisk Rav Dovid Soloveichik
2 Grossberg Gush Shmonim

Chofetz Chaim Rav Dovid Chait Tel: (02)581-0188
Rechov Yam Suf & Harim Levin Sanhedria Hamuchevet
Darche Noam/Shapells Rav Yitzchok Hirshfeld Tel: (02)651-1178
5 Beit Hakerem Rav Shaya Karlinsky [email protected]
Darkeinu Rav Avi Ganz Tel: (02)993-7300
Gush Etzion
Derech Etz Chaim Rav Aharon Katz Tel: (02)654-1379
12 Ibn Dnan Har Nof [email protected]
Derech Hachaim Rav Baruch Levi Feivelson Tel: (02)581-4248

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Yeshivas
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Derech Institute Rav Moshe Lazerus Tel: (02)581-0315a ext.3
22 Shimon Hatzadik Rav Nachy Brickman [email protected]
Maalot Dafna
Dvar Yerushalayim Rav B. Horovitz Tel: (02)652-2817
53 Katzenelenbogen Har Nof [email protected]
Diaspora Yeshiva Rav Mordechai Goldstein Tel:( 02)671-6841
Har Zion Old City [email protected]
Dvar Torah Rav Menachem Eichenstein Tel: (02)537-3896
36 Eli Hakohen Gush Shmonim
Eretz Hatzvi Rav Yehuda Sussman Tel: (02)679-1424

32 Yossi Ben Yoezer Rav Dovid Ebner [email protected]
Katamonim
HaKotel Rav Reuven Taragin Tel: (02)628-8175 ext. #122
7 Hamekubalim Old City [email protected]
Har Etzion /Gush HaRav Baruch Gigi Tel: (02)993-7300
HaRav Mosheh Lichtenstein [email protected]
HaRav Yaakov Medan
Alon Shevut Gush Etzion
Heichal Hatorah Rav Tzvi Kushelevsky Tel: (02)651-9402
92 Katzenelenbogen Har Nof
Imrei Binah Rav Shmuel Barron Tel:(052)470-5730
Rav Dovid Powitz
94 Katzenelenbogen Har Nof
Kedushas Tzion D’bobov Rav Yaakov Yisroel Miezlish
12 Hadmor Mbobov Bat Yam
Kerem B’Yavneh (K.B.Y.) Rav Mordechai Greenberg Tel: (08)856-2007
Rav Menachem Mendel Blachman [email protected]
Doar Na Evtach Kibbutz Yavneh
Kesher/Gevuras Yitzchok Rav Michoel Schoen Tel: (02)537-8180
9 Hameasef Jerusalem [email protected]
Kesser Dovid Rav Shimon Katz Tel: (02)533-0331
21 Hagra Telzstone
Kesser Hatalmud Rav Yitzchok Weitz
12 Ramat Hagolan Ramat Eshkol [email protected]
Lakewood East Rav Yaakov Schwartzman Tel: (02)571-2630 571-2650
32 Rechov Rubin Ramot Daled
Lev Aharon Rav Dovid Laniado Tel: (02)651-4431
32 Hakablan Har Nof
Lev Aryeh Rav Aaron Lopian Tel: (02)585-9673

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Lev Hatorah Rav Boaz Mori Tel: (02)992-2617
37 Nachal Ein Gedi Ramat Beit Shemesh [email protected]
Machon Meir Rav Dov Bigon Tel: (02)646-1317
2 Hameiri Kiryat Moshe [email protected]
Machon Shlomo Rav Berel Gershenfeld Tel: (02)651-9088
2 Shaulzon Har Nof
Machon Yaakov Rav Berel Gershenfeld Tel: (02)654 0112
10 Ibn Denan Har Nof [email protected]
Marbeh Torah Rav Naftoli Elzas Tel: (03)570-2090
25 Maharshal Bnei Brak [email protected]
Mayanot Rav Yisroel Noach Wichnin Tel: (02)538.8770
28 David Yellin Street Zichron Moshe [email protected]
Mercaz Hatorah Rav Aryeh Rottman Tel: (02)671-2866
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Mevaseret Rav Shimon Issacson Tel: (02)533-9100
Mevaseret Zion Rav Mordechai Burg shlita 50 Rechov HaOren
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Midrash Shmuel Rav Binyomin Moskovitz Tel: (02)566-5302
13 Shaarei Chessed Shaarei Chessed [email protected]
Mikdash Melech Rav Chaim Ben Uliel Tel: (02)643-9657
Haadmor Milubavitch Ramat Shlomo [email protected]
Migdal Hatorah Rav Chaim Ozer Chait Tel: (02)643-9657
12 Nachal Paran Rav Darrel Ginsburg [email protected]
Mirrer Yeshiva Rav Eliezer Yehuda Finkel Tel: (02)532-2320

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Nekudah Tovah Rav Chananyah Ehrman Tel: (052)627-5470
3 Rechov Blecher Meah Shearim [email protected]
Ner Moshe Rav Avraham Gurvitz Tel: (02)654-0133
5 Amram Gaon Rav Shalom Shechter
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Nesiv Hatorah Rav Yosef Y Grossman Tel:(052)711-9732
40 Shaul Hamelech Sanhedria (02)587-1583
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Nesivos Ahron Rav Moshe Friedman Tel: (02)581-8435
22 Rechov Yosef Karo Rav Yaakov Leonard
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Netiv Aryeh Rav Aharon Bina Tel: (02)626-6333
1 Rechov Hakotel Old City [email protected]
Neve Tzion Rav Chaim Yisroel Blumenfeld Tel: (02)534-1813
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18 Kfar Ivri Neve Yaakov
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Toras Moshe (ToMo) Rav Moshe Meiselman Tel: (02) 582-6541
24 Maagalei Harim Levin Sanhedria Hamurchevet
Torat Shraga Rav Avishai David Tel: (02)642-9907 Health
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Toras Simcha Rav Asher Zelig Rubinstein Tel: (02)537-8084
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Cellphones
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In Israel there are two kinds of cellphone plans, Kosher and other. Kosher phones are less
expensive, don’t have the ability to text nor take pictures nor access internet (i.e. no data)
While other phones are all “other phones”. Many of your schools will require you to have
a kosher phone to minimize your phone distractions while you should be learning. Other
schools might suggest you get a kosher phone while others will not get involved in what kind
of phone you use. (There are even schools that try to minimize kosher phones as well. (Hey,
you’re here to learn after all.)
For Kosher phones:

• Most phone plans are for unlimited phone usage.
• Kosher phones can call Kosher and Non-Kosher phones (certain offensive phone numbers
are blocked.)
• You will not be able to use any phone that you brought from home no matter how kosher
it might be. You will be required to buy a phone from a kosher phone sales agent.
• You do not need to buy the phone and plan from the same person but you must make
sure that the phone you buy works for the phone company you will be using.
Changing carriers
• You might find out that you are paying too much for your service or you just don’t like the
service you are getting from one company.
• There are no contracts in Israel. You can change your plan at any time (any keep your
number)
• If you bought a phone with monthly payments and you change carriers you will need to
pay off the phone either in one sum of continue making the payments until it is paid off.
• If you change to Golan you will need to pay a one-time sim card fee of 50 shekel. Other
companies have fees as well find out before you switch.
Non-Kosher Phones
• Non-Kosher phones include all other phones and phone plans. You can usually use your
phone from home provided it has been unlocked. Plans range from around 35 – 100 shek a
month depending on how much data you require.
• If you find that having a non-kosher phone is distracting you from learning you will not
be able to switch your current number to a kosher phone. Rather you will need to either
switch your number or buy a simple phone that will be less distracting.
International Phone Numbers

Golan used to offer free International numbers with all phone plans. Now you have to pay
for one. So if you require an International number so others can call you on an American /
English number ask when you start your plan how much it will cost you.
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Arranging a Dira
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If the housing in your school is pre-arranged (i.e. school run apartments, dorms etc.) consider
yourself lucky. If however you are attending a yeshiva where you are expected to arrange
your own living quarters, there are some things you might want to know before making any
arrangements. Some things you’ll want to know when choosing an apartment (“Dira”) are:
• Who will your dira-mates be? Are they neat (yeah, right)? Are they serious guys or do they
enjoy late nights with loud music?
• How much will the dira cost you?
• Are utilities included? Do we have to split the utilities and how is payment arranged?
• Is there heat/air-conditioning
• Location Location Location? Is it very close to Yeshiva? Is it in a noisy area? Are there issues
with the neighbors?
• Be aware that in many apartment situations you can switch apartments when you need to.
So if you end up in a less than desirable apartment you can leave. It is a good idea however to
try to find a good dira before you get on the plane since the good diras are often taken early.
How to find a dira:

The dira situation can be complicated, but knowing
some basic ideas will help you get on your way.
Many diras are inhabited by bochurim who came
from the same Yeshiva in America. There are WITS
diras and Ner Yisroel diras and Darchei diras etc...
If bochurim from your yeshiva are in the yeshiva
you are planning on attending you should find
a way to contact them in their dira as the dira
may very well be reserved for graduates of your
yeshiva. If you cannot find a place in the dira or
you would like other options there are some people
who take care of numerous diras and can let you know
if there will be space available for you. You can call Zeev
Zer at (050)414-4385 for help finding an Dira. Many
bochurim prefer to find a dira when they are already
in Israel. This can be complicated since you will need a
place to stay until you find a dira. If you have a friend or family member with whom you can
stay for a few days you can count on seeing signs in your yeshiva listing available beds in
apartments. Good luck in finding a good dira. As they say, “Finding the right dira can be the
difference between a good zman and a great one.”
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Losing Stuff in Israel
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I’m like the rest of you, I don’t really think I’ll ever lose anything. Therefore I don’t write my
name on any of my belongings. Until now that is, thanks to this story. On Lag Ba’omer I
took my kids out to the neighborhood bonfire. As we walked around, I apparently placed
my camera somewhere without realizing. When I returned home I realized that the camera
was missing. I retraced my steps but to no avail; the camera was gone. I begrudgingly put up
some signs around the neighborhood confident that I would probably not see the camera
again, for even if the finder would want to look through the pictures, who says they would
recognize my cute little children.
About 1 week later I received a call, “Hello, is this the Fuld’s?” “Yes”, I replied. To which the
caller asked if I had lost a camera. I first wondered how the finder had known my name,
when it became clear that because of an issue that I had had with my bank I was forced to
take a picture of my passport and send it to the bank. The camera finder saw my passport
looked me up in the phonebook and found me. You can be sure when I got my camera back
I wrote my name and number on the casing. I realized then how easy it is to make sure you
don’t lose stuff.
Ways to not lose your stuff

1. Write your name, school name, and cellphone number on a small piece of paper and take
a picture of it with your camera.
2. Put the same piece of paper in your tefillin bag / purse.
3. Write your phone number on your credit card / Rav Kav card
4. Photocopy front and back of all of your important cards so even if you lose them you can
have the number to cancel credit cards etc.
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You can call them at (02)530-4999 between
9am-1pm and 2pm-3:30pm make sure to tell
them where you lost it since there are other
lost and founds and your lost article might be
somewhere else.
Segulah to find a lost object

Take out some money and set it aside to give
to tzedakah and say the following:
‫אמר רבי בנימין הכל בחזקת סומין עד‬ DON'T KNOW WHAT TO DO?
For any item big or small which is lost or found anywhere in Eretz Yisroel
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Things you Ought to Know About Israel
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• Gevina levana, which is soft spreadable cheese, comes in containers that look
similar to cottage cheese containers. Cottage cheese is called cottage
• Milk bags are often covered in milk don’t bag them with your fleishig groceries.
• Hebrew writing doesn’t equal Kosher.
• Chareidi men will not sit next to women on the bus. If you are a woman and
there are two men sitting in two separate rows, you can ask them to sit together,
So that you could sit down.
• Some buses are called mehadrin. This means that they are seperated and
women sit in the back section of the bus.
• Many chareidi men will not walk between two women and therefore it is proper
to allow a man to walk around you, or if you are in a store, to allow the man to
walk by.
• The people in israel are different from you in many ways even though they are
similar in so many others.
• Sometimes the identical product may be manufactured with and without a

Hechsher! Check that all your products bear a Hechsher.
• Ice cream comes in Pareve and dairy versions; however the packaging often
looks exactly the same. Make sure you look for the little marking saying “Chalavi”
or “Pareve” on the box.
• Margarine and butter packages look similar in Israel. Make sure the margarine
you are buying is Pareve!
• Be aware of products that might contain “Kitniyos” around Pesach time.
• Restaurants will sometimes change Hechsherim overnight! Check with the

restaurant to be sure they still have the Hechsher you want.
• An additional Borechu is said at the end of every Shacharis that does not have
Krias Hatorah, and at the end of every Ma’ariv.
• The paragraphs of Boruch Hashem Le’Olam before Shemoneh Esrei in Ma’ariv

are not said.
• The minhag in yerushalayim is to not wear tefillin during chol hamoed. Even if
you normally do so back home according to most poskim you would not here.
• In Israel, we begin to say “Vesein Tal Umatar” beginning from the seventh day
of Cheshvan.
• Kohanim duchen every day and twice when there is musaf.
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• Israelis do sponja (sort of like mopping but different) on Erev shabbos and
sometimes the water sprays down from their houses. If you are dressed for Settling-in
shabbos be careful for waterfalls of dirty sponja water streaming down from
apartments.
• People give over phone numbers in a strange way. In America you are used to Buying
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and then the last 3 (or if the number is 321 they might say Shelosh meot esrim
vechad)
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• 911 works to call the police in Israel
• Want to know that exact time in Israel to the second. call 1455 to hear a talking
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• If you like to read there are various used book stores around rechov Yaffo such
as Sefer VeSefel On Yavetz St.off Yaffo one one the side off Binyan Clal off of Jaffa
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His / her mother told him you may not cross the street unless you cross with
an adult. If you are an adult it would be nice if you help the kid cross. (Yes, it’s About israel
interesting that parents do this and that they encourage their children to go over
to perfect strangers but that’s how it is.)
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• Very Important: When you walk into a falafel or shwarma joint, it is up to the year in Israel
store owner how much to fill up your falafel / shwarma. Be aware that falafel
store owners are very proud of their falafel. If you say to them, “Shamati she’kon
mamash memalim hafalafel” (“I heard that you mamash fill up the falafel”) If Fun &
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Recommended Reading List
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While you are in Yeshiva / Seminary there are certain books that you might want to familiarize
yourself with. However you might only find out about them after you have been in school for
a while and then might not know how to get them. Below are some books / seforim that we
thought that you might want to buy in order to be well rounded in the world of Jewish texts.
Mesilas Yesharim – In this, one of the most basic seforim of Hashkafah, Rav Moshe
Chaim Luzzato (Ramchal) lays out the purpose of man in this world and how to achieve
greatness and grow as a jew. Quite possibly the most important sefer you’ll ever learn. The
Vilna Gaon stated that he could not find in the first 3 chapters of Mesilas Yesharim, one extra
word that was not extremely necessary. (also translated into English)
Derech Hashem – Also written by the Ramchal, Sefer Derech Hash-m discusses
the purpose of creation and how the Torah and mitzvos fit into that purpose. Without
understanding certain basic concepts laid out in this sefer, it is difficult to understand how
one could serve Hash-m properly. (also translated into English)
Permission to Receive – Written by Rabbi Leib Kelemen, is collection of 4 essays each
relating rational discussion as to the existence of G-d. If you are the type of person who likes
to question or gets into conversation with people who don’t believe in Hash-ms existence
this book can help you formulate your thoughts and arguments. (English)
Strive for Truth – A translation of many of the great essays from the Sefer Michtav
MeiEliyahu, Strive for Truth discusses some of the most important topics necessary for being
a good Jew. (English)
Shearim Betefillah – One of the deepest seforim on building a relationship with
Hashem through tefillah. Written by Rav Shimshon Pinkus, Shearim B’tefillah is a must for
anyone who want to properly understand the purpose of tefillah and how it connects them
to Hash-m. (Hebrew)
Shabbos Malkesa – By: Rav Shimshon Pinkus. You’ve lived more than 900 Shabbosim, if
you still think the purpose that Hash-m made Shabbos was for rest, you really need to learn
this sefer. One of the most important seforim on the importance of Shabbos, I guarantee you
Shabbos will be completely different when you begin to learn this sefer. (A similar book taken
from Rav Pinkus’ Shiurim is available in English called Nefesh Shimshon: Shabbos Kodesh)
Sefer Chofetz Chaim – The first and foremost book of its kind. The Chofetz Chaim (Rav
Yisroel Meir Kagan) arranges all of the halachos of Lashon harah in a clear and concise format.
Since lashon harah is the reason we are living without a Beis Hamikdash, as the Chofetz
Chaim points out, it is therefore through this mitvah that we will merit the rebuilding of the
Third and final Beis Hamikdash.
Iggeres Haramban (Letter for the Ages) – The letter the Ramban wrote to his son
to instill in him the most important concept on how to live properly as a Jew. Many of the
concepts in the letter must be expounded on to understand them fully. (also translated into
English)
This is obviously not an exhaustive list but just a list of some books to get you started on your
trek to building a relationship with the Almightly. I guarantee if you read these book you WILL
become a different person completely.
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Jukes
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• Jukes do not bite and are completely harmless.
• Jukes love dark places so if you chase them they will try to find a dark place to hide from you Health
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Doing Laundry/Dry-cleaning
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When the Jews were in the midbar, the Ananei Hakavod kept their clothing clean and pressed,
but today since we do not have the Ananei Hakavod you will need to do laundry in order to
have clean clothes. Your Yeshiva or Seminary might take care of all of your laundry needs, and
if they do, consider yourself fortunate. But if they don’t, you will have to arrange it yourself.
You can always make massive laundry bags and send them home to your mother and she
can send you freshly laundered clothing with the next person she knows coming to Israel.
But for the rest of you who actually need to do your own laundry, it is important to know
your options.
• If you are expected to do laundry yourself most likely your school will have a machine where
you can do your own laundry. However, you should realize that you are sharing the machine
with all of the rest of the students in your school. If you leave your laundry for too long it will
most likely get moved and you may lose some of your belongings. Be considerate and be on
top of your laundry situation.
• You might be able to arrange to do your laundry at the home of a family. Many students
trade helping out a family or babysitting for the use of their washing machine.
Dry-cleaning
Many students are very concerned with
doing their dry-cleaning in Israel, and
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your brand new wool suit into the R am ry
cleaners only to have it come out
shiny. There are many drycleaners in
Israel, and although the profession has
improved over the years it is very wise
to send your “dry-clean only” clothing
to a cleaner that is known to be
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drycleaners have arrangements with • Laundering • Blankets Cleaning
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• Seforim
• Gifts
• Money
• Budgeting
Seforim
You may never have believed that your favorite place to be would be a seforim store.
However many Bachurim and Bachurettes find themselves drawn to buying seforim
Buying on a constant basis. Perhaps your Rebbe / Teacher mentioned a book and you think it
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would be great for you to learn or perhaps you just want to learn more about a certain
subject or you simply want to build up your library. Whatever the reason, you might
have realized that the prices of seforim in Israel are usually a lot less expensive than
in Chutz Laaretz. So, even if you’re not planning on using a specific sefer this year, it
might be worthwhile to buy it while you’re here to take advantage of the great prices
and selection. If you didn’t bring the seforim you need from home, you can easily get
those seforim here in Eretz Yisroel.
BOOK SALES
A few times a year there are book sales in all the seforim stores where the seforim are
lessexpensive. Certain publishers like Artscroll, Feldheim and Mossad Harav Kook offer
discounts that are available in all the stores. The sales are usually around Chanuka and
after Shavuos. If you plan on making a large seforim purchase and you don’t need the
seforim right away, it might be worthwhile to wait for the sales.
WHY SHOULD I BUY SO MANY SEFORIM IF I CAN’T GET THEM

BACK HOME?
Au contraire mon frare. (Trans. on the contrary my dear friend) Some of the seforim
stores have set up a system where if you buy a certain amount of seforim from their
store they will ship them back home for you. Ask in your favorite seforim store to find
out if they will be able to help you get your books home at the end of the year.
GETTING V.A.T. BACK

In Israel there is a 18% sales tax called V.A.T. (value added tax). (in Hebrew it is referred
to as Ma’am (pronounced mom) which is applied to most products you buy. When you
purchase gift items valued at over $100 and you plan to bring the item back home
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when you leave Israel, the seller can give you a special receipt with which you can
receive a refund of the amount you spent on the V.A.T. If you are on a tourist visa and
you plan to buy a lot of seforim, it is worthwhile to keep your receipts and when you
are planning to go back home, bring your receipts to the store where you bought the
books and ask for a V.A.T. receipt. Check with your bookstore before you start to check
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and they will refund your money. This is very worthwhile since the money adds up. For
example: if you spent $300 dollars on seforim you’ll get $48 back from V.A.T.
Note: V.A.T. refunds are only given for people holding a tourist visa. So if you are here
for a short time or someone is coming to visit they can take advantage of this law.
APPLIANCES
The electric current in America is 110 volts while in Israel it
is twice as strong at 220 volts. Therefore if you plug in your
American appliance here it will get too much electricity and
blow. Chaval! If you have brought an electrical appliance from
America you will probably require a converter in order to safely use
it here. Before you plug in anything that you brought from Chutz
Laaretz ask someone if it needs a converter. It would be a shame to
burn out your electrical items just because you didn’t ask. However,
it is much wiser to buy your appliances here. Many stores offer discounts to yeshiva
and seminary students. Some stores have prices on their products and others don’t. It
is generally safer to buy things in stores which list their prices as others might inflate
their prices depending on if they think they can get more from you. sounds unfair?
Welcome to Israeli business. If you like to “hondle” here is a great pace to do it.
Realize that many stores charge higher prices since they know people will “hondle”.
Also, since so many stores are competing for the same business they will lower their
prices very quickly. Some “hondling” techniques are: 1)Decide how much you would
pay for a product before you walk into the store and tell the store owner that is how
much you are willing to pay. 2)Begin leaving the store. Many store owners will throw
out a lower price to get you to reevaluate the purchase. 3)Say “I have to think about
it.” This will help them lower their prices to encourage you to buy from them. You will
generally only be able to “hondle” with an owner of a store. Workers usually can’t
lower the prices so don’t waste your time.
When purchasing appliances be aware of the store’s return policy and warranty. The
policies in Israel are very different from in America. This is just the way business is
run here. Most stores will not refund your money even with a receipt. They will only
offer a store credit, and even that, after some arguing. Save yourself heartache and
understand how things work here before you get frustrated trying to return something
that the store won’t take back.
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most chargers, some shavers. They cost
around 5 shekel. Converters convert the
electric current and are used for most
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BUYING GIFTS
Remember when Aunt Shani went to

Israel and brought you back a little trinket.
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gifts is an art and does not need to be an
expensive one. We live in a world where
most people we know, have everything
they need. The purpose of a gift is not to
spend a lot of money so the recipient will
look at the price tag and thank you for how
much money you spent on them. A gift is
meant to show the receiver how much you
thought of them. It is true that sometimes
a pricier gift is more appropriate such as
when a whole class “chips-in” to buy a gift
for a teacher. But when you are buying gifts
for family members for your return home
or for gracious people who host you for
Shabbos or for the family for whom you
do chessed or even for your close friend’s
birthday, you can, with a little bit of
research, get really cute inexpensive gifts
that mean a lot.
Purchasing gifts for family members

Since you are in Israel, the Judaica capital of the world, you might be asked by family members
or friends to arrange gifts for an upcoming simcha. Getting the right gift can be complicated
but going to the right place can help the process go much smoother. A very popular gift item
is, leather bound Seforim / Machzorim (you might even want to buy for yourself). However
it is important to know that not all leather bindings are created equal. Leather binding is a
professional craft that can keep seforim looking beautiful for generations to come. Buying
your leather bound gift from the right place can make all of the difference.
Ideas for gifts

For Shabbos
• Towel Set • Maks©/Shreiners© Cake
• Bottle of Wine • Book for the Kids
• Bottle of Kedem Grape Juice • Candies for the Kids
• Rugelach • Flowers
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• Table Shtender for your father • Bentcher Set
• Beautiful washing cup • Seforim
• Challah Board • Mezuzah
• Family Door Sign • Leather bound siddur/tehillim Buying
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• Girls-Take a picture of yourself doing something that would make your mothers
proud; chessed etc.. and have it printed on a mug so your mothers can get nachas
from you even when you come back for a second year.
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• Boys-Take a picture of yourself learning and have the picture emblazoned on a
mug and write on it “My Son The Masmid” it will give your parents nachas every
morning when they drink their coffee.
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Money
Recognizing the currency in any foreign country can take a little getting used to. Israel is no
different. The coins and bills listed on the next page are the currency in use in Israel now. The
exchange rate changes every day, but over the past few years has hovered between 3.5 and 4
Buying
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something costs in dollars. Each shekel equals about a Quarter. The approximate value of
each denomination has been listed, although this information changes slightly every day.
CHANGING MONEY
The amount you get for your dollar depends on the exchange rate of the dollar to the shekel
which changes daily. You can call the exchange rate hotline free at 03-912-5777 to find out the
exchange rate for that day for your currency. No money changer will give you the exact rate,
although some will give you closer than others. Find out from friends and teachers where the
best place to change money is so that you don’t get ripped off. Money changers take a fee
when you change checks. The fee varies from one place to another and there may be a fee for
a smaller check. Find out who will give you the best rate as you will be probably be changing
a lot of money here. In some stores you can pay with dollars but most people who will
accept your dollars will take a larger fee than the change places since they don’t work with
the exchange rate all of the time. Therefore, it is preferable to change money before buying
things or taking cabs etc…In many neighborhoods there are people who change money from
their homes. They often give a better rate than the stores and are often more convenient to
get to. Ask around. Aside from all of the official money changers you can change your money
at the bank or the post office. However, they don’t give you as good a rate. In many of the
change places, you can also receive bank transfers from your parents. Some schools have an
arrangement with a money changer who comes to the school to change money. Ask in your
school if they have such an arrangement as it could save you time and energy.
Ways To Get Cash

Have Dollars and Checks Debit Card
Change Them
Bring dollars with you Relatively safe and convenient. Some banks have 100%
and leave them by a free ATM withdrawals
family member or in Check changing fee on overseas. No fees with a
school safe exchange* good exchange rate.**
Don’t leave the dollars Not all money changers will Some banks have low
in your “hiding place” accept checks from anyone. fees.
Risk of loss Today you can only change open You can withdraw dollars
checks and not checks made with no fees at Leumi
out to someone’s name. Bank ATM’s
*If your American bank charges an overseas ATM fee you might be better off using checks.
**American Banks that offer accounts with very good rates and no fees for ATM withdrawals: Charles Schwab,
TD Bank (some accounts), Capitalone360, and Investors Bank (N.Y., N.J.)
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10 AGUROT* HALF SHEKEL* 1 SHEKEL*

Gold colored Gold colored Silver
worth about 2.5 cents largest coin smallest coin
worth about 12.5 cents worth about 25 cents
2 SHEKEL* 5 SHEKEL* 10 SHEKEL*

also known as a Shnekel Silver Gold inside and silver
Silver new coin worth about $1.25 outside.
slightly smaller also useful for borrowing Recently there have been
than the five shekel. shopping carts in frauds. Make sure the coin
Be careful not to supermarkets you receive has all of the
confuse them. featuresclearly pronounced
worth about 50 cents worth about $2.50
20 SHEKEL* 50 SHEKEL*
Green Bill made of shiny plastic. Purple and or Green
Worth about 5 dollars Worth about $12.50
The new green 50 is often confused with the 20 so be careful
100 SHEKEL* 200 SHEKEL*

Blue and brown Reddish orangish largest denomination
Worth about 25 dollar Worth about 50 dollars
*The values are approximate in order to help you figure out prices in dollars. The rate hovers around 3.9 shekel
to the dollar so the shekel is worth around a quarter. However the rate changes all the time.
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Budgeting
Some people come to Israel with an unlimited budget and are always going out and buying
things. If you are one of those people you probably don’t need to look at this section. But if
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your first month in Israel you will most likely spend a lot of money because of your additional
settling in expenses. Keeping this in mind will help you keep track of your money and not
overspend unnecessarily.
How much money do students spend weekly

during their year in Israel?
For most of you this will be your first time taking care of your own finances. Therefore, it is
a good idea to start learning how to maximize your “income” and make your dollar stretch
further. Keep in mind that there is no way to give an accurate monthly budget because there
are many different factors that define each persons spending habits. If you are in a yeshiva
where the food is very good you will eat out less and if you are in a seminary where you have
your own fridge and kitchen you will be able to save a lot of money by making your own
meals. The Yeshiva and Seminary Students’ Guide conducted a study which found that on
average students of schools in Yerushalayim spend around 100-150 shekel ($28-$42) a week
or 400-600 shekel ($114-$171) a month. Keep in mind that these numbers may be slightly
higher in the first month or two.
How can I find ways to save money?

Laundry/Dry-Cleaning
1. Do your laundry at a family/teacher’s house. Many teachers or people in your neighborhood
will avail their washing machines in exchange for babysitting or gan pickup.
2. Think before you clean. If it’s not dirty it doesn’t necessarily need to go to the cleaners.
3. Buy wrinkle-free shirts to save money on dry-cleaning.
Food
1. Buy a loaf of white or whole wheat bread and put it in your freezer. Take out a few slices
when you feel hungry. It will thaw in a few minutes and taste as fresh as when you
put it in.
2. Get your body used to drinking water, and bring a water-bottle when
you go out. Fruit drinks and sodas can cost you a lot of money.
3. Eat more meals in school. Some schools serve good food, some
serve decent food, and some serve really bad food, but no matter
what, it’s better than eating P’tcha everyday.
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4. American products tend to be more
expensive in Israel. You can easily find
an Israeli cereal that you enjoy instead of
always looking for your favorite American
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5. Cream cheese is a great spread, but for

some reason it is expensive in Israel. If you
really like cream cheese you can make it Food Facts
yourself. Take 1 container of “Shamenet”

and put it in a strainer for 24 hours, add 1/4
tsp. of salt for taste and you’ll have a lot of Getting
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1. When going away for Shabbos make sure to take the bus. It is almost always the least
expensive way to travel.
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2. Buy less expensive host gifts. A package of Angel’s rugelach or a MAK’s Cake are relatively Your Year
inexpensive and are a perfectly acceptable gift.
3. For those of you who are daring and have an oven why not make a tray of homemade
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chocolate chip cookies? You can give most of them to your host and you can enjoy an erev Coming
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1. Take buses. The bus system in Israel is efficient for traveling within the city and outside the
city. Make sure to check out the Egged bus information found in this guide. Remember to
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2. To save money on bus fare, purchase a round trip ticket. This ticket is called a Haloch
V’chazor and is available on most intercity buses. A cartisia or bus card can also be purchased
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1. Plan accordingly before you go out to minimize travel cost and frustration.
2. Go out with friends who are in a similar financial situation. It is easier to hang out with
people who are also trying to save money versus those whose parents have given Touring
them carte blanche.
3. Buying food when you are away from school is generally going to
cost you more than if you bring your own food. (Tuna sandwich from What The
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4. If you choose to go out to eat, decide how much you want to
spend before you go out.
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1. Ask a teacher or someone who works in your school, if there are any jobs available for after
school hours.
2. Don’t carry around a lot of money when you go out.
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3. When taking out money try to keep track of the date and amount. Pay attention how long
it takes you to spend it. When you keep track of your money you will spend more carefully.
4. Try to buy seforim/fan/heater/plastic-drawers from people who were in your school last
year.
5. There are so many ways to relax and have a good time that are inexpensive. Do research to
find cheap trips and hikes and remember to bring food along.
6. Think in shekalim not in dollars.
7. Ten shekel coins are worth about $2.50, but since they’re coins you are more apt to spend
them faster. Change that way of thinking. Coins are money too.
8. Prices in Israel are not always set. Some stores sell products significantly cheaper than
others. Research before you buy.
9. There have been many stories of thefts in Yeshivas and Seminaries. Make sure to take extra
precautions and don’t let yourself be a victim.
If you have found other ways to cut corners please send us a text at (054) STU-DENT or email
[email protected] and we will be happy to include your ideas in future printings.
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Food Facts
• Hechsherim
• Restaurants
• Pizza & Falafel
Hechsherim
Hechsherim in Israel can be complicated. In America most of us know which hechsherim we

can eat and which are not really kosher. However, in Israel many of us don’t recognize the
kashrus symbols nor do we know how to make heads or tails of which ones are okay and
which ones are not. The following is a list of some of the major hechsherim in Eretz Yisroel.
This list does not imply the acceptability of the hechsher. To verify the acceptability of each
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hechsher, take this list to a Rebbe / Teacher in your Yeshiva / seminary and ask them which
hechsherim are acceptable and which are not. This will also help you build a relationship with
a teacher in order that you will have someone to whom to ask your halachic shailos.
There are many other Hechsherim that are floating around. Being that the halachos
regarding food are much more stringent in Israel, any new hechsher with which you are not
familiar should be discussed with a Rebbe/teacher in your place of study to find out whether
or not you should eat that hechsher.
Note: The word Badatz stands for Beis Din Tzedek. It once referred to the hechsher from the
Eidah Hachareidis. However, today there are many companies who use the word badatz more
loosely and say that their food is “badatz” in order to get you to buy from them even though
the “badatz” that gives the hechsher on their store might be the “badatz” of the conservative
community.
Badatz Eidah Badatz Badatz Beit

Chareidis* Mehadrin Yosef*
HaRav Rubin*
(02) 670-0200 (Office: (02) 652-0220
Hours:10am - 2pm & 5pm - 7pm (08) 939-0816
Hours: 9:30-5:00pm
Rav Naftali Halberstam Hours: 9:30am - 7pm
Rav Ovadia Yosef
Rav Avraham Rubin
Rav Landau
Badatz Agudas Badatz Shearis
(Bnei Brak)*
Yisroel* Yisroel*
(03) 619-3582 (02) 538-5251 538-4999
Hours: 9:30am – 3:30pm (03) 677-3330
Hours: 11am - 1pm
Rav Moshe Landau Hours: 9am - 4:30pm
Rav Tzvi Gefner
Badatz CChug Chasam

Machzikei
Hadas (Belz)*
Sofer Petach
Tikva*
U OU Kashrus
(02) 501-6777 (03) 931-7040 (03) 931-7040 Rabbi Y. Dov Krakowski

Hours: 9:30am – 4:30pm Hours: 9am - 5pm [email protected]
Rav Mordechai Brisk Rav Daitch (02)560-9122
Rabbanut Harav
Chug Chasam Machpud*
Sofer Bnei Brak* Mehadrin*
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(03) 618-3572 (03) 579-2601 (02) 621-4830
Bnei Brak
Hours: 10am - 5pm Hours: 9:00am-3:00pm
(03) 676-5888
Rav Shmuel Eliezer Stern Rav Eliyahu Shlesinger
*This list does not imply the reliability of any hechsher. It is simply to help familiarize
you with many common Hechsherim in Israel and to help you if you need to contact any
hechsher.
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The following are some Hechsherim that were started in Israel and were declared unreliable by
the Rabbanut. Some call themselves mehadrin while others are called Badatz. There are new Settling-in
Hechsherim opening up all of the time. Don’t assume that because it says Mehadrin or Badatz
that it is reliable. Check with a teacher/Rebbe to find out the reliability of any Hechsher with
which you are unfamiliar.
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Sun-Thurs: 10:30am-8:30pm Badatz Mehadrin Rav Rubin
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(02) 625-5515
12:00pm-1:00am Sun-Thurs: 12:00pm-12:00am
(02)581-8312 Rabanut Yerushalayim Mehadrin
Kentucky Fried Chicken
Mevaseret Tzion
Eli’s Sandwich Bar 1-700-506-070
114 Shmuel Hanavi Sun-Thurs: 11am-10pm,
Food Facts (02)650-4888 Fri: 11am-3pm
Rabanut Yerushalayim Mehadrin
Sun-Thurs:12pm-1am
Badatz Mehadrin Rav Rubin Keyara
Ramban 8
Entrecote (02) 566-3271
1 Hamarpe, Park Center, Har Chotzvim Badatz Agudat Israel
(02) 571-7002
Sun-Thurs: 12pm-1am Koritz
Badatz Mehadrin Rav Rubin Ralbach 5,
Geula
Falafel 4 Taamim (02) 538-0742
12 Beit Hadfus Sun-Thurs: 12pm-12am,
(02)652-8783 Fri: 9am-3pm
Badatz Mehadrin Rav Rubin Badatz Eidah Hachareidis
Korus Al Ha’aish
Grill Burger Yirmiyahu 43,
2 Chalim R.B.S. A Center 1
(02) 999-0006 (02) 538-6061
Badatz Mehadrin Rav Rubin Sun-Thurs: 12pm-12am
Haburganim
Korusin
9 Paran Malcha Mall
Sun-Thurs 12pm-12am (02) 679-1088
Badatz Mehadrin Rav Rubin Sun-Thurs: 10:30am-10pm,
Fri: 10:30am-3pm
Hamishpacha
12 Yoel Solomon St. (02) 623-6886 La Casa
Sun-Thurs: 10am-11pm
Yakov Meir 12
Rabanut Yerushalayim Mehadrin,
(02)502-3807
Beis Yosef
Open Til 12 Midnight
Badatz Eidah Hachareidis
Hadar Geulah
5 Givat Moshe 13 Malchei Yisroel Ma’adanei Geulah
(02) 538-2832 Strauss 38
Badatz Eidah Hachareidis (02) 537-0590
Sun-Thurs: 11:30am-9pm,
Hamoshonim Fri: 9am-2pm
66 Kanfei Nesharim Badatz Eidah Hachareidis
(02) 651-6566
Badatz Mehadrin Rav Rubin Maxin Asian Restaurant
Sun-Thurs 12am-11pm
Hapisgah Kikar Denia
10 Hapisgah 103 Sderot Herzel
(02) 642-9240 (02)653-5666
Badatz Mehadrin Rav Rubin Badatz Agudas Yisroel
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Coming
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Deliveries
114 Shmuel hanavi st. 5 Ameilim st. (Right off Zonenfeld st.)
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Meat / Fleishig Meat / Fleishig
Mechayeh Red Heifer
8 Avyasar Hacohen 26 King David Street
(02) 654-3666 (02)624-0504
Badatz Eidah Hachareidis Sun- Thurs. 5pm-11pm
Nathans
24 Kanfei Nesharim Ryu
(02)651-7198 25 Emek Refaim
Food Facts
Hours:10:00am-Midnight (02) 561-1344
Badatz Mehadrin Rav Rubin Sun-Thurs: 12pm-11pm
Nehedar Delicatess Sheyan
Malchei Yisroel 27 Ramban 8, Rechavia
(Corner Yaakov Meir) (02)561-2007
1-700-55-60-70 Sun-Thurs: 12pm-4pm
Sun-Thurs: 12pm-10pm
And 7pm-Midnight
Badatz Agudat Yisroel
Noam Shevet Achim

Meah Shearim 32 4 Chasidei Karlin
(02) 582-9529 Badatz Mehadrin Rav Rubin
Sun-Thurs: 12:30pm-9:30pm,
Fri: 9:30am-2pm Taiku
Badatz Eidah Hachareidis 31 Emek Refaim
Noya Sun-Thurs
3 Shlomtzion Hamalka (02)566-5262
Sun-Thurs 12pm 12am O.U.
Motzei Shabbos
1 Hour After Shabbos Until 12 Am Thailand Sandwich Bar
(02)625-7311 25 Yaffa St.
Rabanut Yerushalyim Mehadrin (02) 625-1995
Sun-Thurs: 11am-1am
Oriental Rabanut Yerushalayim Mehadrin
11 Hadekel St.
Machene Yehuda Vaqueiro
(02)999-9488 Haneviim 54
Rabanut Yerushalyim Mehadrin (02) 624-7432
Rav Machpud
Papagaio
3 Yad Harutzim Yo Ja
Talpiot Chinese/ ThaiEmek Refaim 25
(02)674-2752 (02) 561-1344
O.U. Sun-Thurs: 12noon-11:30pm
Pargitoast
Zion Hagadol
18 Alshich
Yad Charutzim 23, Talpiot
(02) 537-7915
(02) 671-9939, 672-7123
Sun-Thurs: 12pm-11pm
Rav Machpud
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Getting
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Dairy / Milchig
Agas VeTapuach Bonkers Bagels
Building 6, Kikar Safra Tiferet Yisroel 5, Old City
(02) 623-0280 (02) 627-2590
O.U. Sun-Thurs: 7:30am-9pm, Fri:
7:30am-3:30pm
Ahavat Hayam Rabanut Yerushalayim Mehadrin
Paz Gas Station, 1 Ben Zvi Blvd.
(02) 623-6767 Brunch Bagels
Sun-Thurs: 12pm-12am Rav Shefa Mall, (02) 500-4055
Food Facts Rabanut Yerushalayim Mehadrin Sun-Thurs: 8:30am-11pm,
Fri: 8:30am-2pm
Angels Café Badatz Eidah Hachareidis
Kanfei Nesharim 1, & 7 , Yaffo 104,
Hapisga 17, Hapalmach 42 Brunch Bagels
Rabanut Yerushalayim Mehadrin Ezer Yoldot 3, Geula
(02) 500-4001
Angelo Sun-Thurs: 8:30am-11pm,
Horkanos 9 Fri: 8:30am-2pm
(02) 623-6095 Badatz Eidah Hachareidis
Sun-Thurs: 12pm-11:00pm
Rabanut Yerushalayim Mehadrin Bush Bagels
61 Tzefania
American Pie (02) 651-4123
51 Derech Beit Lechem Badatz Eidah Hachareidis
054-4982863
Rabanut Yerushalayim Mehadrin Cafe Inbal
Ein Kerem Shopping Center
Bagel Bite (02) 644-6533
84 Derech Beit Lechem Sun-Thurs: 8:30am-11pm
(02) 671-6890 Rabanut Yerushalayim Mehadrin
Cafe Korus
Bagel Stop Center 1, 43 Yirmiyahu St.
Shaulzon 58 (02) 538-3507
(02) 652-3998 Sun-Thurs: 8am-11:30pm, Fri:
Sun-Thurs: 8am-7pm 8am-2:30pm
Fri: 8am-12pm Rabanut Yerushalayim Mehadrin
Cafe Neeman
Bein Hakashatot 8 Paran St. (02) 581-2211
174 Hagai, Near The Kosel Malcha Mall, (02) 679-1515
Sun-Thurs: 9am-6pm
Rabanut Yerushalayim Mehadrin Cheese and Tomato
52 King George
Belinda (02) 566-6060
9 Diskin St. Badatz Mehadrin Rav Rubin
(02) 563-3995
Rabanut Yerushalayim Mehadrin Coffee Shop
Beit Hadfus St.
Benny’s Restaurant (02) 651-8881
1 Mesilat Yesharim St. Rabanut Yerushalayim Mehadrin,
(02) 625-2403 Beit Yosef
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Dairy / Milchig
Settling-in
Dan Hill’s Restaurant Cafe Menorah Cafe
Yoel Solomon 6 87 Hayehudim St., Old City
(02) 624-2999 (02) 628-9944
Sun-Thurs: 9:30am-11:30pm, Sun-Thurs: 9am-8pm Buying
Fri: 9:30am- 2hrs. Before Rabanut Yerushalayim Mehadrin Stuff
Shabbos,
Motzei Shabbos Until 12
Muscat
Kanfei Nesharim 24
Dr. Toast (02) 652-4414 Food Facts
Shmuel Hanavi 100 Sun-Thurs: 8:30am-12am, Fri:
(02)582-0058 8am-2pm
Badatz Mehadrin Rav Rubin Rabanut Yerushalayim Mehadrin
Getting
Around
Domo Sushi Bar Nechamas Cafe
13 Shamai St. Givat Zeev
Rabanut Yerushalayim Mehadrin Near the gas station at
the entrance to Health
Dulche Latte
Givat Zeev
45 Yaffo St., 2 Luntz St.
02-652-2622
(02) 622-2238
Badatz Eidah Chareidis
Rabanut Yerushalayim Mehadrin Maximizing
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English Cake Nougatin

Paran 15 28 Uziel
(02) 581-0844 (02) 572-5383
Parents
Sun-Thurs: 6:45am-8:30pm, Badatz Mehadrin Rav Rubin Coming
Fri: 6:45am-2pm
Rabanut Yerushalayim Mehadrin Osaka Sushi
Merkaz Sapir 7/23
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Keren Kayemet 26 Hours:Sun-Thurs 10:00am-
Rechavya 10:00pm
(02)563-5680 1-700-50-50-12 Around the
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Chug Chasam Sofer
Holy Bagel
39 Yaffo St., 220 Yaffo St. Pears & Apples In The Square
(02) 624-0435, (02) 538-5806 6 Safra Square, Near City Hall Fun &
Recreation
Sun-Thurs: 8am9:15pm (02) 623-0280
Rabanut Yerushalayim Mehadrin Sun-Thurs: 11am-11pm,
Fri: 11am-2:30pm,
Korus Motzei Shabbos: Sem Stuff
Center 1 One Hr After Shabbos Until 12
Sun-Thurs: 8am-11:30pm,
Fri: 8am-2:30pm Touring
Rabanut Yerushalayim Mehadrin Polly Restaurant
1 Yehuda Baka
La Cuisine Sun-Thurs 1pm-1am
4 Yad Charutzim St. Motzei Shabbos Hour After What The
(02) 672-8274 Shabbos Till 1:00 am Future Holds
Sun-Thurs: 8:30am-5pm, Fri: (02)673-7955
8am-1pm Rabanut Yerushalayim Mehadrin
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Dairy / Milchig
Prima Palace Village Green
Shabbos Eat-In Yafo 33
Pines 2 (02) 625-3065
Sun-Thurs: 9am-7pm, Fri: 9am-
(02) 531-1881
3pm
Agudat Yisroel Badatz Machzikei Hadas,
Primavera
Sheraton Yerushalayim Plaza Waffle Bar
(02) 629-8666 7 Paran
Food Facts Sun-Thurs: 12:30-3pm (02) 581-5434
And 6:30-11pm Sun-Thurs: 8am-12am, Fri: 8am-2
Rabanut Yerushalayim Mehadrin Hrs. Before Shabbos, Motzei
Shabbos: 1 Hr. After Shabbos
Rimon Cafe Badatz Mehadrin Rav Rubin
1-599-501-030
Open 24 Hours Waffle Bar
4 Lunz Street 11 Beit Hadfus
(02)534-3723
Rimon Cafe Yokata Sushi Bar
Mamilla Center Luntz 2
Rabanut Yerushalayim Mehadrin (02)502-0088
Salsalite
27/5 Shderot Moshe Dayan
Har Chotzvim
(02)571-3350
Badatz Mehadrin Harav Rubin
Sam’s Bagel Café

26 Malchei Yisroel
(02) 538-3262
Sun-Thurs: 8:30am-12midnight
Fri: 8:30-Am-2:30pm
Sam’s Bagel Café
Paran 15
(02) 581-3388
Sun-Thurs: 8am-10pm, Fri:
8am-2pm
Sambooki
Malcha Mall
(02) 679-0163
Sun-Thurs: 9am-10pm
Sbarro
Yaffa St. 35
(02) 623-2678
Sun-Thurs: 10:30am-12am
(Summer Till 2am)
Fri: 10:30am-2:30pm
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Check that the restaurant still has
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a reliable hechsher er Stuff
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the di
Amnons Pizza
Malchei Yisroel 12
Food Facts
(02) 500-2555 Pizza & Falafel
Sun-Thurs: 8am-10:30pm, Fri: 8am-2pm
Badatz Eidah Hachareidis Getting
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Angel’s Café
Health
1H0a0em%
Kanfei Nesharim 7
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(02)652-4078 se
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Sun-Thurs: 7am-7:30pm, Fri: 7:30am-3pm Maximizing
Cafe - Badatz Mehadrin Yerushalayim Double Pizza – Special Orders | Your Year
Bakery store -Badatz Eidah Hachareidis Focaccia | Baked Goods | Bagels,

Calzones, Malawah
Parents
Garlic Bread | Salads | French Coming
Ben Yaakov Pizza Fries |
Shmuel Hanavi 66 Pasta in Sauce: Cream Sauce,
(02) 581-5319 Pizza, and Mushroom | Drinks – About israel
Sun-Thurs: 9:30am-8pm, Fri: 9:30am-1pm Cold, Ice Coffee,

Badatz Eidah Hachareidis Ice Vanilla
Ask about our Pie + Soda Special Around the
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Best Pizza DISCOUNTS

FOR AFFAIRS &
3 Atzag , Ramot 06 Fun &
INSTITUTIONS Recreation
(02) 571-4562
Sun-Thurs: 10am - 12:30am, Open 11:00-Midnight,
Fri: 10am - 2pm Fridays from 11:00, Sem Stuff
Badatz Eidah Hachareidis Motzei’sh 1 hour after Shabbos

until Midnight
Free Parking Touring
Big Bite
106 Eretz Chefetz St., Corner
16 Shamgar Rav Shefa Mall
Shimon Hatzadik
(02) 537-6740 What The
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Cardo Pizza Falafel Levi
Hayehudim 124, Old City 60 Agripas

(02) 627-2321 (02) 625-4076
Sun-Thurs: 9am-12am, Fri: 9am-3pm Sun-Thurs:8am-2am
Badatz Machzikei Hadas, Belz Fri: 9am-1hr before Shabbos
Badatz Machzikei Hadas-Belz
Center 1 Pizza
Food Facts Falafel Mizrachi
Center 1
58 Shachal
(02) -538-1227
(02) 678-1987
Sun-Thurs: 9:30am-9:30pm,
Rabbanut Mehadrin Yerushalayim
Fri: 9:30am-3pm
Badatz Machzikei Hadas-Belz
Clinton Pizza
Yaakov Meir 11, Geulah Falafel Uzi
(02) 538-5477 or 1-800-201-120 Yeshayahu 10, Geulah

Sun-Thurs: 9am-10pm, Fri: 10am-2pm (02) 538-5571
Badatz Eidah Hachareidis Sun-Thurs: 9am-9pm, Fri: 9am-2pm
Dairy - Badatz Mehadrin -
Harav Rubin
Dr. Pizza
Bar Ilan 31 Home Pizza
(02) 532-5707 Tzefania 72, corner Bar Ilan
Sun-Thurs: 12pm-2am (02) 537-1192
Dairy - Badatz Mehadrin - Harav Rubin Sun-Thurs: 8am-12am
Falafel 4 Flavors
Home Pizza
12 Beit Hadfus
10 Chasidei Karlin
(02) 652-8783
(02) 537-1192
Sun-Thurs: 8am-12am
Falafel Hateimani
13 Hartum Jerusalem II
(02) 579-4474 Chai Taib 48
Badatz Mehadrin Rav Rubin (02) 654-0977
Sun-Thurs: 11am-11pm, Fri: 10am-2pm
Badatz Mehadrin - Harav Rubin
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Jerusalem II Pinkis Pizza Settling-in
Malchei Yisroel 43, Geula 106 Eretz Chefetz St.
(02) 538-2877 Open 11:00-Midnight,
Hours: 8am- 1am Fridays from 11:00, Buying
Badatz Agudas Yisroel Motzei’sh 1 hour after Shabbos Stuff
until Midnight
(02)653-5351
Ma’oz Falafel
King George 19 Food Facts
(02) 625-7706
Sun-Thurs: 9am-11pm, Fri: 8am-3pm Pizza City
Badatz Machzikei Hadas, Belz Golda Meir (02) 500-0332
Getting
Around
Sun-Thurs: 12pm-2am,
Manhattan Pizza Fri: 12pm-3pm
1 Zichron Yaakov Rabbanut Mehadrin Yerushalayim
Health
(02) 537-8339
Sun-Thurs: 11:30am-11:30pm,
Pizza Bayit Vegan
Fri: 10:30pm-2pm Maximizing
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Badatz Eidah Hachareidis 37 Hapisga
(02) 642-2290
Oh Magash Pizza Sun-Thurs: 10am-11pm Fri: 11am-3:30pm Parents
Coming
Kanfei Nesharim 68 HaRav Ezriel Auerbach
(02) 654-0102
Sun-Thurs: 12pm-12am Pizza Lahit About israel
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Harav Rubin (02)502-2254
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Sun-Thurs: 11am-12am, Fri: 11am-3pm
Pizza Bar Ilan
Bar Ilan 6
(02) 538-8308 Fun &
Recreation
Sun-Thurs: 12pm-12am Pizza Lary

Badatz Eidah Hachareidis Kanfei Nesharim 66 (02) 654-0383
Sun-Thurs: 11am-11pm Sem Stuff
Badatz Machzikei Hadas, Belz

Pizza City
Golda Meir (02) 500-0332 Touring
Sun-Thurs: 12pm-2am, Pizza Nevo
Fri: 12pm-3pm 68 Kanfei Nesharim
Rabbanut Mehadrin Yerushalayim (02) 654-0102 What The
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Pizza Rami Pizza Uri
128 HaYehudim St. 128 1 Beis Yisroel
Old City (02)540-9444
(02) 628-7410 Sun-Thurs: 8:30am-10:30pm,
Sun-Thurs: 9am-12am, Fri: 10am-3pm
Fri: 9am-4pm Badatz Eidah Hachareidis
Milchig - Badatz Mehadrin Yerushalayim
Food Facts
Pizza Yerushalayim
Pizza Reches Malchei Yisroel 43
Chazon Ish 30, Ramat Shlomo (02) 538-2877
(02) 571-1320 Sun-Thurs: 9am-11:30pm,
Sun- Thurs: 11am - 11pm Fri: 9am-3pm
Badatz Eidah Hachareidis Badatz Agudat Yisroel
(ing. Eidah Chareidis)
Pizza Rimini
Trevi
9 Paran Uziel 94, Bayit V’gan
(02) 581-5405 (02) 641-3256
Badatz Mehadrin Rav Rubin Sun-Thurs: 5:30pm-10:30pm,
Fri: 12-2pm
Pizza Royale HaRav Noivert
Neve Yaakov
(02) 583-3992 Yaleh Bakery and Pizzeria
Badatz Mehadrin Rav Rubin Shamgar 16, Rav Shefa Mall
(02) 538-0144
Pizza Savyon Sun-Thurs: 8am - 12am,
Rachmilovitz 106, Pisgat Zev Fri: 8am - 4pm
Milchig and Parve -
(02) 656-1270
Sun-Thurs: 12noon - 11pm
Pinkei Tshuvos
Pizza Uri Why don’t they teach Navi in Yeshiva?
Malchei Yisroel 6, Geulah Because they’re Non-Prophet
organizations
(02) 537-0119
Sun-Thurs: 10:30am-10:30pm, Why don’t they teach Ksuvim?
Fri: 10am-3pm Because then they would have to
get a “Job”
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BEIT SHEMESH
Settling-in
Chalav U’Devash
Mercaz Sheinfeld, Reuven 11
(02) 991-9293 Buying
Stuff
Sun-Thurs: 10am-9pm,
Fri: 10am-3pm
Food Facts
Falafel Bar Shalom

Ribal 1
Getting
(02) 992-7171 Around
Sun-Thurs: 10am-10pm
Badatz Eidah HaChareidis
Health
Falafel Naki
Maor 10 Maximizing
Your Year
(02) 992-2525
Sun-Thurs: 10am-10pm, Fri: 10am-2pm
Badatz Eidah Hachareidis Parents
Coming
Jerusalem II
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(02) 999-9263
Sun-Thurs: 11am-11pm, Around the
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Fri: 11am-2pm
Fun &
Pinat HaSabiach Recreation
Nachal Kishon- next to Yaaleh Bakery

(02) 999-9848
Sem Stuff
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Yaleh
Nachal Kishon 48
(02) 991-5918 What The
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Getting Around
• Buses
• Taxis
GETTING THERE
JERUSALEM BUSES
In your home town you probably rarely traveled on the city buses. However while you are
here in Israel you may very well not be able to ask your mother to drive you to the Kotel or
have access to your own car to visit your friends in another Yeshiva. Taxis are great but can
get pretty expensive. Knowing the public transportation system in Israel and in Jerusalem
in specific will help you get around easily and conveniently.
THE COMPANIES
Getting
Around Most buses you will take are run by Egged. Other companies own the rights to run routes in
certain areas throughout the country.
Central number for all buses *8787

Egged Buses within Jerusalem as well
as many intercity routes. *2800
Veolia Buses to Modiin (not Modiin Illit i.e. Kiryat Sefer) *6686
Elite / Kavim Buses to and within Beitar *2060
Superbus Buses to Kiryat Sefer and within Beit Shemesh 1-700-700-181
FARES
The fare for buses within Jerusalem is presently 6.90₪ for a single ride. Fares for intercity
buses are generally more expensive. Fare prices rise on the first of January each year. To
ride the buses and save money you will need to equip yourself with a Rav-Kav card. The
Rav-Kav allows you to purchase multiple rides at a discounted rate and gives you benefits
that a single ticket purchase will not give you. Purchasing a ten ride package will cost you
55.20₪ which equals 5.52₪ each ride. There are discounts for youths and students which
are generally not available for those holding non-Israeli I.D.s. However there have been
students who have been known to receive those discounts. The rules are subject to change.
Ask the person at the Rav-Kav center when you get your Rav-Kav about the discounts. As of
this writing the Nateev express office on Bar Ilan offered rav kav with youth fares for people
carrying a non-Israeli I.D.
TRANSFERRING BETWEEN BUSES

When you pay for an intra-city (within the city) trip with your Rav-Kav you can then transfer
to any other intra-city bus and the light rail for the next 80 minutes for free. If you won’t be
staying out long you could go home on the same fare.
Important: While you can pay for a friend using your Rav-Kav on Buses and your double
transfer will work for other buses. You cannot pay for multiple riders on the light rain with a
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single Rav Kav. If you try to, your double transfer will be erased and you are likely to receive a Settling-in
fine. You also will not be able to use the double transfer on the next bus. You’ve been warned.
(It seems ridiculous and it is but since there are so many different companies working in the
transportation business the rules are far from streamlined and they change every day.
Buying
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TO OBTAIN A RAV-KAV CARD

If you will be purchasing an anonymous Rav-Kav card (see chart
Food Facts
below) you can purchase the card from any bus driver. If you
will be getting a personal Rav-Kav then you will need to bring
your I.D. to one of the Rav-Kav centers to receive a Rav-Kav
with Your name and picture on it. When you receive your Rav-
Kav you should immediately write your phone number on it Getting
Around
in case you lose it.
Personal Card (first card is free) Anonymous Card (card costs 5₪) Health
• Must be purchased from one of the Rav • Not registered to you (no picture)
Kav stations (see below) • Transferable (lend to whomever you want)
• Registered to you with your picture on it Maximizing
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• Non-transferable (can’t lend it to your
friend) • Not insured (if you lose it you have to buy
• Can be loaded with a youth / student a new one for 5₪)
Parents
fare • You can purchase from any bus driver Coming
• Insured (if you lose it and no one else
has used your card your new card will be
uploaded with the amount that was left About israel
on your old card a new card costs 10₪)
FILLING YOUR RAV KAV Around the

year in Israel
You can fill your Rav Kav card using cash on any bus with various options. You can purchase
a two-ride ticket with no discount and you will still be granted the 80 minute transfers for all
buses which you do not get when buying a single ride. You can also buy a 10 /20 ride package Fun &
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at a discounted price (the discount of a 10 ride and a 20 ride package is the same) You can
purchase a monthly pass which unless you plan to take the bus at least twice every day is
not economical (worth-it). If you are limited on cash and you have free use of your parent’s
Sem Stuff
credit / cash card you could fill your Rav Kav card by credit / cash card at light rail train stops.
GETTING INFO ABOUT BUSES
Rav Kav Stations Touring
Jerusalem Central Bus Station (opposite to platform No.22)

Sun - Thu 07:00- 20:00 | Fri 07:00 - 13:00
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Jerusalem, Rav Shefa Mall (2nd floor)
Sun - Thu 09:00- 21:00 | Fri 09:00 -13:00
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Light Rail (Rekevet Hakalah)
The light rail otherwise known as the Rakevet Hakalah, is a trolley system that runs from
Pisgat Zev, along route no. 1 past the Old City, up Yaffo, past the Central Bus Station and
down Rechov Herzl. The purpose of the rail system is to ease traffic and create less air
pollution in the center of the city. Your Rav Kav will work on the train and you can transfer
from train to bus and back. Make sure to swipe your card by the sensors to validate your
ride. If you purchase a single ride ticket you must validate your ticket when you board the
train. The police have been aggressive in giving out tickets so beware.
Getting
Around
NEXT BUS
Want to know when the next bus is coming to your stop? Call 058-322-2333 (Hebrew) and
input the code number for your bus stop and find out when the next bus will be arriving.
You can also find out where the bus you are waiting for is located at that moment.
BUS DIRECTIONS
Want to know how to get from one place to another? Whether traveling within the city or
around the country, Call *8787 and speak to a real life person. Tell the operator where you
are and where you want to get to. S/he will give you detailed directions about which buses
to take to get to your destination. -Thank you Dovi Friedlander
LAST BUSES
Public transportation stops at around 12:00. (There are some special lines called “kavei
layla*” (night buses) that provide transportation to certain areas in the city. But you don’t
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schedule for your bus so you don’t get stuck. Some bus lines have night lines. On Erev
Shabbos buses stop running a while before Shabbos, be aware so you don’t get stuck.
*Some seminaries are known to have an agreement with Egged to report any girls who
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There is a Egged bus map available if you are interested. It is posted at some bus stops
throughout the city and can be obtained from either the Tachana Merkazit or from the
Transportation Authority office in the Merkaz Klal Building on Rechov Yaffo (near Davidka)
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Be very careful when getting off a bus to take your stuff with you. If you forgot your stuff
on a bus, one of a few things might happen to it. If the bus company feels your bag looks Health
suspicious they might have the police come and blow it to smithereens. If it doesn’t look
suspect it might make its way to the Egged Lost and Found in the Tachana Merkazit. If you
remember right away and the item is valuable, take a cab to the final stop of the bus you Maximizing
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were on and catch the bus before the driver cleans the bus. If you remember later, go to the
Egged lost and found. Don’t go to the lost and found right away as the bus driver will need
to finish the route, clean the bus and then return the lost item to the lost and found. People
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lost their stuff and it hasn’t shown up. They can sometimes be a little edgy. Be prepared.
Lost and found number – (02)530-4999 or 074-725-4999
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Location: Tachana Merkazit 3rd floor by the offices (ask someone)
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Bus.................................................................................................... ‫אוטובוס‬
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Can I purchase a ten ride ticket.................................................... ‫כרטיסיה בבקשה‬

Do you go to ….?............................................................................. ....‫האם אתה מגיע ל‬
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Where do I get off?......................................................................... ‫איפה אני צריך לרדת‬
Driver sir could you be so kind as ................................................ ‫מזגן‬ What The
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Jerusalem buses
Some Of The Commonly Used Buses And Their Routes
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Tachana Merkazit Tachana Merkazit Kanfei Nesharim
Kotel
Kotel
Sarei Yisroel HaMem Gimmel Kiryat Moshe
Panim Meiros /Sorotzkin Sderot Hertzl
Malchei Yisroel
Ezras Torah Tachana Merkazit
Malcha
Strauss Bar Ilan Givat Mordechai
Tachana Merkazit
Tachana Merkazit
Haneviim Shmuel Hanavi Herzog
Shivtei Yisroel Tzomet Pat
Kotel
Getting Kotel Teddy Stadium
Kanfei
Around Malcha Mall
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Kanfei Nesharim Givat Ram Herzog
Ramat Rachel
Kiryat Moshe Museum Mile Science / Israel Museum

Sderot Hertzl Knesset Rechavia /Sharei Chesed
Tachana Merkazit Nachalot Yechezkel
Malcha
Givat Mordechai King George Herzog-Romema Eili Hakohen

Herzog Derech Chevron Ezras Torah
Tzomet Pat Talpiot Sorotzkin
Givat Ram
Teddy Stadium Ramat Rachel Shefa / Sarei Yisroel

Kanfei
Malcha Mall Binyanei Hauma
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Malcha
Bayit Vegan
Strauss Malcha Har Chotzvim

King George Tzomet Pat Sanhedria Hamurchevet
Agron Katamon Bar Ilan
King David Ezras Torah
Talpiot
Givat Ram
Jabotinsky Israel Museum Sorotzkin
Tachana Merkazit
Katamon Knesset Romema

Har Chotzvim
Talpiot Tachana Merkazit Givat Shaul

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Bayit Vegan
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Malcha Malcha Train Station Hadassah Ein Kerem

Har Hatzofim
Tzomet Pat Malcha Mall Kiryat Yovel

Malcha
Hertog Katamon Tzomet Pat

Sharei Chesed Sharei Chesed
German Colony
King George
Tachana Merkazit
Emek Refaim King George

Haneviim
King George Haneviim
Har Hatzofim
Har Hatzofim
Shuk Kvish 1
Ein Kerem
Tachanah Merkazit Har Hatzofim
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Pisgat Ze’ev Har Hertzl Train Hadassah Ein Kerem

Sderot Eshkol
San Simon
Bayit Vegan Kiryat Hayovel
Har Herzl
Yechezkel
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Strauss Zoo Har Hertzl Train
King George Zoo
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Katamon
Pisgat Zeev
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Malha Mall
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King George Bayit Vegan

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Gilo Azza Ramat Sharett

Tzomet Pat Malcha Mall
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Ramot
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Gilo
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Har Hatzofim Ramot A Neve Yaakov
Maalot Dafna Around the
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Mamilla Sanhedria Hamurchevet

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Neve Yaakov Shamgar Har Nof
Ohel Yehoshua Beit Hadfus
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Sderot Eshkol
Hamem Gimmel Givat Shaul
Shimon Hatzadik
Sorotzkin Ezras Torah
Yechezkel Ezras Torah Bar Ilan
Tachana Merkazit
Yeshayahu Bar Ilan Sanhedria Hamurchevet

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Har Hamenuchos
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Beit Hadfus
Strauss
Givat Shaul Golda Meir
Beis Yisroel
Kanfei Nesharim
Kanfei Nesharim Shmuel HaNavi
Givat Shaul
Givat Shaul Yirmiyahu Yechezkel
Har Hamenuchos Malchei Yisroel Strauss / Yeshayahu
Rmat Shlomo
Yechezkel
T. Merkazit
Shmuel Hanavi
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Har Chotzvim
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Givat Hamivtar String Bridge Kanfei Nesharim

Ramat Shlomo Mattersdorf Givat Shaul
City Entrance Sorotzkin St
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Yirmiyahu Shamgar
Ramot
Romema Malkhei Yisrael Bar Ilan

Sorotzkin Yechezkel Golda Meir
Givat Hamivtar
String Bridge
Ezras Torah Tzefanya Ramot

Har Chotzvim Bar Ilan / Ramat Eshkol
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Pisgat Zeev Kanfei Nesharim Har Hatzofim
Givat Ram
Givat Shaul Givat Hamivtar

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Bar Ilan
Kanfei
Sarei Yisroel Bar Ilan

Yirmiyahu Bar Ilan Yirmiyahu
String Bridge Golda Meir Sarei Yisroel
Har Hatzofim
Ramat Shlomo Tachana Merkazit

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Pisgat Zeev
Givat Ram
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Derech Chevron Derech Chevron Yaffo
Rosmarin Rosmarin King George
Gilo Gilo Derech Chevron
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Kanfei Nesharim French Hill Talpiot / Armon Hanetziv
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Tachana Merkazit King George
Eretz Chefetz Talpiot
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Making Aliyah from within Israel
Nefesh B’Nefesh’s Guided Aliyah program allows US, Canadian, and British citizens currently
residing in Israel to make Aliyah from within the country while receiving the full array of
Nefesh B’Nefesh services. The Guided Aliyah process is convenient, fast and efficient,
allowing participants to avoid bureaucracy at the Israeli government offices.
Guided Aliyah has been increasing in popularity since its inception in 2004, and more people,
including Yeshiva and Seminary students, are taking advantage of the program each year.
Many students, who decide to make Israel their home, prefer Guided Aliyah for its wide array
of benefits and effortless process. Many students may be eligible to receive the entire basket
of Aliyah benefits offered to Olim as the less time one has resided in Israel before making
Getting Aliyah, the more benefits one is eligible to receive. For more information on your eligibility,
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contact Nefesh B’Nefesh’s Guided Aliyah department.
Some of the major benefits of making Aliyah include free education, financial grants, and
other government incentives. The cost of education in Israel is significantly less than abroad,
and Olim receive free tuition or a considerable subsidy towards their Bachelor’s or Master’s
degree. Olim also qualify for a number of additional benefits including rent subsidies, Arnona
discounts, free Ulpan, and more. Nefesh B’Nefesh Olim receive financial grants beyond the
absorption basket (Sal Klita) provided by the Ministry of Immigrant Absorption (Misrad
Haklita). Many students who opt for Guided Aliyah receive financial grants as it is awarded
on a needs basis.
Yeshiva and seminary students are uniquely positioned to take advantage of Guided Aliyah
and the benefits it has to offer, and there is no time like the present to begin the process.
For more information about Guided Aliyah, see

www.nbn.org.il/applications/guided-aliyah.html
or contact the Guided Aliyah Department at

02-6595818 or [email protected]
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Intercity Buses
Most of your time here should be spent growing in the institution in which you are enrolled.
You will find that this will maximize the gains of your experience here in Israel. However, you
may find that you need to go away for Shabbos, visit a family friend, go to a simcha or just
feel like getting out. Knowing which bus to take, will save you a lot of time and energy. The
following is a list of (Mostly from Yerushalayim) that will take you throughout the country.
Some of the routes change from time to time and therefore it is always good to call *2800
before you make a trip to find out how to get to your destination, and to find out the time
schedule to prepare your trip accordingly.
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From Jerusalem and Back

You want to go to… Bus number From Major Junction other info
Afula 962 Central Bus Station
Ashdod 438, 448 Central Bus Station
450, 451 Bar Ilan Junction 451 via Beit Chilkiah
Alon Shvut 161 Central Bus Station
Askelon 437 Central Bus Station
Bat Yam 404, 406 Central Bus Station
Beer Sheva 446, 470 Central Bus Station
Beit Meir 186 Binyanei Haumah Superbus
Beit Shemesh 415, 416 Central Bus Station Superbus
418, 420 Central Bus Station
Beitar A 290, 291,296 Central Bus Station and Elite
Bar Ilan Junction
Beitar B 292, 293, 296 Bar Ilan Junction Elite
Beitar From Har Nof 295 Elite
Bnei Brak 400 Central Bus Station
402 Bar Ilan Junction
Efrat 160, 161 Central Bus Station
Eilat 444 Central Bus Station
Ein Gedi, Massada, Central Bus Station and
Dead Sea 421, 486, 487 Bar Ilan Junction
Givat Zeev 130, 131, 132, 133 Binyanei Hauma & Bar Ilan
Gush Etzion 160, 161 Central bus Station
Haifa 940, 947, 960 Central Bus Station
Hevron/Kiryat Arba 160, 161 Central Bus Station
Kever Rochel 163 Central Bus Station
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Kiryat Sefer 300, 310, 320, Sarei Yisroel and
330, 340 Bar Ilan Junction
Maale Adumim 122, 123, 124 Binyanei Hauma and
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Meiron, Tzfat 982 Bar Ilan and Binyanei Hauma
Mevaseret 154, 155 Binyanei Haumah
Modiin 110 Sarei Yisroel and Getting
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Moshav Matityahu 310, 320 Sarei Yisroel and
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Netanya 930, 947 Central Bus Station
Neve Aliza 465 Central Bus Station egged
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Petach Tikvah 423, 426 Central Bus Station

Raanana 930, 947, 950 Central Bus Station
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Rechovot 432, 434, 435 Central Bus Station
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Tel Aviv 405 Central Bus Station
Tel Zion 143 Central Bus Station and Fun &
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Taxis
Taxis in Israel are white and they have a yellow dome light on top. A taxi in Israel is called a
“Monit”. Most taxis have a placard in their front window letting you know to which company
they belong. It is a good idea to pay attention to the placard before you enter the taxi for a few
reasons.
• If there is no placard or the placard is of a company you don’t recognize you might not want
to get in the cab.
• If you forgot something in the cab you can call the company and they will try to help you get
it back.
• Some taxi companies are careful to only hire Jews.
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HOW TO HAIL A “MONIT”
There are two ways to get a taxi (monit)
1. Flag one down on the street. (might take more time unless you are in a busy area or if you
daven. Also might not be a driver with whom you want to travel) This is done by sticking
your finger slightly away from your body toward the street as the taxi is passing by. Watch how
the natives do it. Sometimes a cab will not pick you up because he simply doesn’t feel like it.
Don’t be insulted, it happens to the best of us.
2. Order from a company for an additional charge of 4.70 NIS (safer and more efficient).
When you order a taxi you will hear the dispatcher mumble over the phone. Just say
“monit L…..(where you are)” he’ll mumble again and your taxi will be on its way. If you can pay
attention to the second mumble it is worthwhile since sometimes he’ll say “sholeach”, which
means a taxi is coming soon or he’ll say “eser dakot” Means you won’t be getting a cab for
another ten minutes. If you called a cab and a cab from another company arrives before your
cab you should not take it, as you will have caused the other cab to come get you for no reason.
Bar Ilan Taxi is a very good company to use if you will be ordering a taxi for a few reasons. 1. They
use only Jewish drivers 2. They are dependable 3. They don’t charge the extra 4.70 shekel fee
when you order a cab.
It’s hard being a taxi driver. Try to be nice and pleasant when you ride, but don’t under any
circumstances give or lend any driver extra money because he told you a sob story about his
sick wife or kids etc…many Israelis have learned that Americans are rich and very nice and if you
make them feel bad they’ll give you some of their money.
The driver is required to turn on the meter called a “moneh”, when he drives. If he does not
turn on the moneh make sure you have agreed on a price before you begin traveling. If you are
overcharged by a cab you should ask for the driver’s name and identification number, and you
can file a complaint with his company.
The meter starts at 12.90 and goes up by 30 agurot periodically. After 7pm and on Holidays
(including Israeli holidays) the rates change and it might cost you much more to travel at night
than during the day. If you have bags in the taxi trunk make sure to leave your door open while
you go to the trunk so the driver doesn’t drive off thinking you are done.
Pay when everything is out of the car and you are comfortable.
Note: There is an additional charge of 3-4 NIS per suitcase, as well as a charge of 3-4 NIS if there
are more than 3 passengers over the age of five.
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Taxi Companies
JERUSALEM Netanya
Bar Ilan-Navi 586-6666 / 581-4444 Narkis Liniado 09-884-4444
Derech Eretz (02)999-0999 Chen (08)833-3333
Fribirt 500-0034, 500-0017 Hashachar (08)882-2222
Ganei Geulah 500-2221
Geula 623-2341
Tzfas
Givat Shaul 651-1222 / 651-2111
Canaan (04)697-0707
HaDaka Ha-99 500-0787
Getting Ha’ari (04)692-2228
Around HaPisga 642-1111
Har Nof 651-1111
Hatzafon 586-2222 Haifa
Hatzomet *6648 / 500-0005 Freud (04)850-0886
Kikar Shabbos 572-2222 Merkaz Chorev (04)888-8888
Ramot Alon 500-0003 / 502-2222 Carmelit (04)866-4640
Rav Sheva 537-1144/ 500-2003
Romema / Rav Shefa *5400/ 538-5555
537-1144 / 500-2003 Beit Shemesh
Tehillim 502-3755 Hamerkaz (02)999-5656
Nesher (02) 623-1231, (02) 625-7227 Marciano (02)999-9998
Haramah (02)999-9999
Kiryat Sefer
Smadar 08-974-4777 Bnei Brak
Chevel Modi’in 08-974-5557 Bnei Brak (03)578-0066
Tzadok 08-974-666 Dakar (03)676-8181
Sheinkin (03)579-5656
BEIT SHEMESH
Moniot Ha’Ir 538-0777 Yavne
Sharett 999-6666 / 7777 Yavne (08)933-0067
Hamerkaz 999-5656
Nesiah Tovah (057)311-5579 Rechovot
Gordon (08)949-3333
Bnei Brak Hanassi (08)946-2626
Bnei Brak 03-578-0066 / 7 Hanegev (08)946-6666
Dakar 03-676-8181 / 12 Remez (08)945-5555
Nitzav 03-618-1178 / 60
Kal Kanesher 03-578-8889 / 2
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• Medical Information/Insurance
• Health Tips
• Wisdom Teeth
• Therapy
Medical Information
MEDICAL COVERAGE
Being on your own in Israel has many benefits as well as some
responsibilities. If you had a medical situation back home your
mother probably took you to the doctor, and it probably never
occurred to you that while you were at the doctor or hospital
your mother was arranging payment for the doctor through your
insurance. While you’re here all of those technical details will have
to be taken care of by you. Your parents might have already signed
up for insurance for you or you might have to sign up yourself
(see below for medical care options). All plans cover sick visits,
hospitalization, and medications. All Yeshivas and Seminaries
require you to have some sort of medical care plan. Not all doctors
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are covered by all medical care plans. Make sure that the doctor you
plan to visit is covered by the plan you have signed up with (make sure to bring your card to
the doctor).
Some schools provide a doctor or nurse who works with the school to deal with any medical
conditions. If, however, your issue can’t wait, contact the director of your school in order
to find out where to go. In an emergency, you will probably need to go to Terem, which is a
network of medical clinics operating throughout the country. Motzei Shabbos and Motzei
Yom Tov are very busy times in emergency rooms and you might end up waiting a while, so
think ahead. Terem works on a triage system which means the more emergency emergencies
will get attention before the less emergency emergencies. A broken arm won’t get more or
less broken if it waits a while, whereas a heart attack needs immediate attention. I’m not
suggesting that you tell the terem people that you’re having heart attack when you break
your arm and you want immediate service I’m just saying be prepared to wait for all of the
heart attack people to clear out before you get your Hello Kitty cast.
GETTING MEDICAL INSURANCE

If you need to get your own insurance you have a couple of options. We’ve listed some
information for you below
MEUCHEDET
Meuchedet is one of the medical programs which provide medical care in Israel. They have
student plan for tourists. The cost per month for basic coverage is around the same as other
insurances. There is an addition cost for better coverage. You can find out more by calling
*3833 from any phone and ask about their system. You can sign up at the Meuchedet
Clinic in Beis Yisroel (02)650-3219.
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HAREL (Marketed by Egert & Cohen)
This is a private insurance company specializing in tourist insurance (cost $1.15 per day).
The policy covers doctor’s visits, hospitalization, x-rays, lab test and dental emergencies
The plan works with contracted English speaking doctors so there is no need to lay out any
money, and no deductible. Both Terem (24 hour emergency center) and the Family Medical
Center in Shaarei Chesed are contracted to the plan, as well as tens of other doctors and
clinics throughout the country. There is now also an option to cover pre-existing conditions.
This plan is marketed by Egert and Cohen a Jerusalem based insurance broker. They have a
dedicated English speaking staff with over 20 years experience. Call (02) 6232546 or sign up
online at: https://www. egertcohen.co.il/health/students.asp
There is now also an option to cover pre-existing conditions. This plan is marketed by Egert
and Cohen a Jerusalem based insurance broker. They have a dedicated English speaking
staff with over 20 years experience. Call (02) 6232546 or sign up online at: https://www.
egertcohen.co.il/health/students.asp
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A.I.M.
A.I.M. is a medical program with contracted doctors who work for the system.
There is an A.I.M. Medical center at 15 Kanfei Nesharim Givat Shaul as well as one in Ramat
Beit-Shemesh.
To make an appointment call (02) 999-9246
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Sun. – Thurs................9:00am to 5:00pm Fridays......... 9:00am to 12:00 noon
Some commonly used medical terms you might want to know
I don’t feel well ‫אני לא מרגיש טוב‬

My head / throat / ear hurts ‫ אוזן כואב לי‬/ ‫ גרון‬/ ‫הראש‬
I think my leg / arm is broken ‫ יד‬/ ‫נראה לי ששברתי את הרגל‬
Strep ‫סטרעפ‬
Cough ‫שיעול‬
Runny nose ‫נזלת‬
Loose stool ‫שילשול‬
I think my hypothalamus is infected ‫הרמה‬-‫אני חושב שיש לי זיהום בהתת‬
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A Haftorah moment - While listening
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before Musaf on Rosh Chodesh
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Health Tips
Sleep
Healthy sleep habits will help you think better in school and gain more during the year.
Imagine using a single muscle in your body extensively until it is sore. Then try to use
it to its capacity. You will find that unless you give it its needed rest it won’t work to
capacity. Your brain is the most important muscle you have, give it some rest. (you might
be thinking.. “let my mind rest, it’s never been awake it doesn’t need rest” well if you are
thinking that, you have a lot to gain by being in Israel for the year)
• Jet lag- It usually takes a few days to get over jet lag (for some it can take a few
weeks). During that time it is possible that you might begin to feel upset, sad, edgy
or otherwise off. Realize that this is normal and you should wait until your body clock
catches up before you make any big decisions.
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• Making-up Sleep - You can’t make-up sleep. Ever notice how much more tired you are
on Sunday morning even though you slept so much over Shabbos. The more you sleep
the more you train your body that you need sleep.
• Consistency - Some people thrive on 6 hours of sleep, some on 7, and some on 8. But
nobody thrives on erratic sleep habits. Decide how much sleep you need and get that
much consistently. If you sleep less or more than that, you will be tired.
• Bedtime - Ever notice that older
people can go to sleep without
concerning themselves that
they might miss something fun
that is happening late at night.
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be a good idea to eat a lot of white bread.
• Late Night Snacking - You will probably spend late nights snacking. Snacking on Buying
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will find that you are more edgy and get more upset at your roommates for no reason.
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experience problems.
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• Allergies - even if you don’t suffer allergies at home, some people begin to suffer in
Israel. This may be due to change of diet, or stronger allergens. If you are suffering
from allergies (runny nose, burning eyes etc) see a doctor. Doctors can prescribe
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Avoid March Madness
By: D. Silverstein
When asked what seminary she wanted to attend during

the coming year, Chana answered, “O.J.”. Surprised by her
response, her guidance counselor explained, “You realize
that O.J. is probably not for someone like you.” To which
Chana responded, “I know, but all of my friends
who went to seminary came back 10-15 pounds
heavier, while my brothers who went to O.J. all
lost weight there.”
Although the traditional meaning of March
Madness, is the countdown in college basketball
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from the Sweet 16 to the Big 8 to the Final Four to the College
NCAA championships. In seminary these words have a very different
connotation. When March comes along many of you will have already arranged your
tickets to go home for Pesach, some of you may even have your bags packed early, March
is the time that many of you might begin to think maybe I shouldn’t take home all of my
“extra baggage.”
Many girls in seminary acquire extra baggage over the course of the year from eating
out more than usual, visits to Zisalik and Katzefet, gallons of (low-fat) iced coffee, and
late night high carb snacks. When you begin to prepare for your trip home you might be
concerned with what others will say, and you might be concerned
about fitting into your old clothing. This concern is warranted
and you should probably think about this before the March
Madness comes and you feel like go on a starvation diet.
Some tips on how to avoid March

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1. Drink at least 8 cups of water daily
2. Choose to walk instead of drive. Walk to places that are
in reasonable walking distance. (Besides, it’s a mitzvah
to walk in Israel)
3. Buy fruits and vegetables snack on these
4. Avoid late night carb parties.
5. Try whole wheat bread instead of white bread.
6. Avoid eating out. They make everything unhealthy.
7. Try water instead of sugar drinks.
8. Exercise, Exercise, Exercise
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Therapy
Chazal tell us that there is an angel standing above every blade of grass telling it “GROW”.
If that is the case by blades of grass how much more so is it true by each and every one
of us. The pivotal year(s) each of us spends in Israel are not just coincidently the same
years that we are turning from dependent teenagers to self-sufficient, self-reliant adults.
Most of us left our parents homes and for most of us this is the first time we are on
our own for such an extended period of time. This opportunity that many refer to as
“The Year(s) in Israel” is a year that is filled with growth in so many areas of life. We will
all hopefully mature and build ourselves in our connection with Torah as well as build
healthy relationships that may last a lifetime.
It is not coincidental that during this year many students find themselves introspecting
and discovering their inner selves. Many discover that they are very happy with what
they find. Some students however, begin to look deeper inside themselves and find that
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just to have more clarity on. (One student looked so deep inside himself that he found a
piece of bubble gum that he swallowed when he was four.) Many of us have gone through
personal traumas, and others, just through difficult situations that could use a little
working through.
“Issues are like tissues, sooner or later you have to throw them away.” Going to a therapist
does not necessarily suggest that there is something wrong with you. Many people go to
therapists for the purpose of gaining life skills in order to help them work through their
problems. Working through your issues while you are still young will give you skills which
will better assist you in life as you grow and enter into adulthood. It will prepare you in
dealing with other situations that might come your way.
There are many very qualified and good therapists and psychologists available to help
you in whatever area of life you might need assistance with. Your teachers might be able
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Coming to Israel for Yeshiva or Seminary is a big step. You have come for an uplifting, spiritual Buying
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way in the Holy Land, adapting to the new language and culture, let me try and help you find your feet.
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1. Walking, walking and... more walking! Whether you are walking to the bus stop, going to
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from uncomfortable hard skin, or worse, an ingrowing toenail.
2. Missing the carpet? You wake up in the morning, roll out of your bed and place your feet
down on to... a cold, hard floor! That same hard flooring will, most likely, be with you wherever
you go in Israel. Carpets are rare to find here, and your feet will be missing them the most. Health
The soft, cushioning-effect of carpet (even when your shoes are on) minimizes the shock to
the foot with each step. When you arrive indoors after all that walking outside, your feet will
be longing for comfort – but it may be hard to find.
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3. What’s that smell? If your roommates complain when you take off your shoes, it’s probably Your Year
because the Israeli climate is making your feet sweat more. Apart from for the unpleasant
smell, you may also be experiencing itchiness and have cuts between your toes – the tell-tail
signs of a fungal infection. Parents
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1. It’s all in the shoe! If your lifestyle and the flooring here aren’t creating the most friendly About israel
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shoes that have a shock-absorbent sole will make a huge difference to how you feel on your feet.
If you were on the treadmill for 45 minutes you would undoubtedly be wearing sneakers. Well,
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the Old City, but each and every day when your feet are having to deal with more than ever
before. And don’t compromise on your comfort so as to keep with the latest fashion - you can
really get away with it here in Israel and your feet will be forever thankful!
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hygiene by washing your feet well and making sure to dry them properly afterwards. Having
sweaty feet is an open invitation to fungal infections (Athlete’s Foot). To help further prevent
or treat this, you can buy an anti-fungal powder or cream at most pharmacies.
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I really hope this advice helps you to have a comfortable and pleasant experience here in Israel,
so you can focus on your true goal of spiritual growth, without any distractions from your feet!
But should you have any foot-related concerns, or just need some podiatry advice please feel free
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• Goals
• Rebbe
• Chessed Opportunities
Hisbodidus
You may have never heard of hisbodidus but if you try it you might begin wondering how
you ever lived without it. In a world where we are constantly in-touch and busy, hisbodidus
can give you a time to refresh and connect to Hashem in a way that you never had before.
Hisbodidus literally means “solitude” which is exactly what it is. Hisbodidus is your private
time with your Creator where you can talk to Him and show Him appreciation for all that He
has given you and lay all of your issues upon Him. Is it your complete separation from the
outside world and complete immersion into yourself and your relationship with Hashem.
Hisbodidus should initially be performed in short periods, extending as you get comfortable. In
order to perform hisbodidus you will need to:
• Separate from any technological devices that may suddenly disturb you.
• Find a private area away from all human beings where no one can hear you,
and at a time when no one can suddenly disrupt your session
• Sit and breathe deeply for a minute or so to calm yourself, clear your mind.
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• Visualize the greatness of the world either with your eyes or in your mind
Then begin to speak.
Think of things that you would like to thank Hashem for and begin to thank Him aloud.
Here are some examples of what you might say.
• Thank you Hashem for choosing to create such a beautiful glorious world.
• Thank you Hashem for the sun, the moon, the stars, trees, mountains, rivers, beautiful
creatures, “how glorious is your world Hashem”
• Thank you Hashem that You feed and sustain all beings and all this out of pure
graciousness because you are not required to do so
• Thank you Hashem for creating me and gaving me life and allowing me to feel that I
exist.
• Thank you Hashem for creating me as a person and not as an animal and you gave me
the ability to understand things and to read and write and to be aware of your existence.
• Thank you Hashem for making me a Jew and being my G-d
• Thank you Hashem for making me healthy and whole and that
all of my body parts work.
• Then begin your free conversation with Him. You can
continue to thank Him, complain to Him, ask Him for
assistance in a specific area in life or any other type of
conversation. Realize that he is listening to what you
have to say and you are important to Him. You won’t
hear him respond to you in words but you will experience
him respond to you in action. If you don’t gain from a first
session try again
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maze made of bushes, in which there is a platform in the middle, on which one can
stand and see the entire maze. When entering the maze it would be very difficult for the
average person to make his way toward the center, as the maze contains many twists and
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he will see the head of a man raised above the bushes; the man on the platform. From his
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“Turn right then left…..” It would seem foolish if someone would know that there is a man
in the middle who has traveled the maze already and would not ask his advice.
In the world of Torah there are many great people who have gone through the trials and Health
tribulations you may be going through. They have risen above all else and have built
themselves a platform from which they can see the entire maze. As we enter the life of
adulthood, we have an incredible opportunity to look to these people and ask them how
to navigate this complicate maze. Most yeshivas and seminaries are staffed by some of the
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you can relate to. Begin to ask them questions, even questions that you might know an
answer to already. Hear their answer; it will help you build a relationship.
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you can relate. Yerushalayim is overflowing with great people who would love to give of
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you leave you cozy confines of your yeshiva / seminary you will always have someone who
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So you came to Israel, you settled in and… now what. You might be hoping some Rebbe /
teacher chases you down and encourages you to learn, you might be hoping they don’t.
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might be saying give me some time to hang out away from parents, rules, or all
responsibilities. (You might even be saying, “Why does this guy think he knows
what I’m saying?”.) However, your time in Israel is very unique because it is just Touring
that, “YOUR time in Israel.” It is basically free of parental supervision. For most
of you there is no responsibility to work or otherwise make money. It is one (or
more) year(s) that you now have to accomplish whatever you’d like in the realm of What The
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learning, personal growth, and building a relationship with the Almighty.
Any effective person who is trying to achieve greatness creates goals for himself. A runner
practices to run a four-minute mile. A student studies to pass a final with a good grade.
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Professionals work to produce results and make money. Anyone who wants to achieve, must
push himself toward a previously set goal in order to grow in the direction he wants.
Setting goals might sound vague and might be something you are not prepared to do
yourself. We have decided to give you some guidelines to help you begin setting goals and
reaching them. A very good idea is to set short term goals (1-week / 1-month) and long term
goals (1 year or more). Short term goals are often classified as things I want to “do” while long
term goals are often what I want to “be”.
By each goal write your long term goal and then what you plan to do each day / week in order
to achieve your long term goals.
For a healthy Jew most goals can be broken down into 3 categories:
1 Bein Adam Lamakom (Religious)
2 Bein Adam Lechaveiro (interpersonal)
3 Bein Adam Leatzmo (personal growth)
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Bein Adam Lamakom
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➢I want to work on my relationship with Hashem by:

(e.g. being more careful about certain mitzvos, recognizing Hashem
in nature and in my life etc…)
➢My Torah goals

I want to learn the following sefer / seforim from cover to cover:
• •
• •
I want to be able to:

(e.g. Make a layning on a gemara, understand how to learn properly,
finish the year of Shnayim Mikrah etc…)
➢My Growth goals:

I want to know and understand:

(e.g. every word of Shemonah Esrei, The basics of each parshah. general framework of Tanach etc…)
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• I would like to be more: assertive – friendly – quiet – happy – accepting – caring - a

better listener – etc…
I will practice: in order to help me achieve that goal. Maximizing
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oriented activities. You also might want to reward yourself with a treat when you reach
one of your short term goals.
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Questions for Honest Thought
Please do not read in the bathroom
The following is a collection of questions that a thinking Jew should ask him / herself from
time to time. They are important questions that you may or may not have answers to. Don’t
be embarrassed as most people haven’t even thought about most of these ideas. Feel free to
discuss the questions with a teacher or rebbe to help give you clarity on your growth filled
journey here in Eretz Yisroel.
Questions for Honest Thought

1. My Life?
a. What do I want to get out of life? Do I have a life plan?
b. I only have one opportunity to live; how can I maximize this opportunity?
c. What is special about being a human being? What is special about being a Jew?
d. What is special about me?
e. Does H-shem love me? How do I know?
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2. H-shem
a. What do I know about H-shem?
b. What is my relationship with H-shem? Do I ever think about H-shem? Do I speak to Him?
c. Does the existence of H-shem make a difference to my life?
d. What does it mean that H-shem is King over the entire universe?
e. What does H-shem want me to get out of life? Why did he give me life?
3. This World
a. I will not be here forever; What difference does that make to me?
b. Near the end of my life, how do I wish to look back and view my life?
c. If I only had three months to live what would I do with my time?
d. Is Olam Habah a part of my true life perspective?
e. Do I mainly seek to gain in this world-or do I primarily work towards Olam Habah?
4. Avodas H-shem
a. What does Avodas H-shem mean to me?
b. Can I honestly call myself an Eved H-shem?
c. Do I want to be an Eved H-shem?
d. What would I have to do to be called an Eved H-shem?
e. Is H-shem satisfied with how I am living my life?
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b. What is true happiness in life? How can I obtain it?
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e. What would give me a true sense of fulfillment in life
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e. How could I better connect to H-shem through davening?
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Chessed Opportunities
Most students find time during their daily schedule that has not been
filled with classes or other important things that they need to do.
What they do with that time distinguishes the men from the boys
and the women from the girls. Some people feel they can never get
enough of “hangin’ out” some just love “eating out” while others
just feel like “going out”. The students who come to Eretz Yisroel for
the purpose of “flipping out” usually find themselves spending their
leisure time, “Helping out”.
Most schools have a chessed program set up for the girls in their
school. If you feel that you would like to do more and you just
don’t know where to lend a hand we have provided a list of
places where you can offer your services and grow through
reaching out to others.
There are a tremendous amount of opportunities to do chessed.
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realize a remarkable potential inside you to be a benefactor to others;
sort of the way Hash-m is to us. You can find a chessed opportunity
right in your apartment. Help another student in an area that they
need help. You can go to peoples’ houses to help them with their
children, cleaning, cooking etc… If you have extra time, or on days
off, you can offer a teacher to take her children out to a park, to the zoo, to eat etc… There
is no end to the types and amounts of chessed that you can do. One seminary student even
started her own children’s book lending library for children in the neighborhood. If you have
innovative chessed ideas that other can gain from please send an SMS to (054)STU-DENT or
email us at [email protected]
The following is a list of simple chessed ideas that are available for you if you find that
you have time.
Ezer Mizion
Ezer Mizion is one of the largest tzedakah organizations helping the sick and infirm. They are
always in need of volunteers to help with their services. If you have some time to offer them,
you can contact Mrs. Ruthy Essas or Mrs. Naomi Raful at Ezer Mizion International Office by
phone at (03)614-4575 or via email at [email protected]
You can:
• Assist with preparation and delivery of meals, sandwiches, and snacks to family members
of hospitalized patients
• visit and help in homes of individuals coping with illness and disability
• visit and help the sick and elderly in hospitals and nursing homes …assist with office
administration
• adopt a Bubby to visit or call
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Bikur Cholim Har Nof
Seeking volunteers to visit homebound
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Sulam
Special education programs on Sorotzkin/Sanheria Hamurchevet welcome volunteers,
preferably with basic Hebrew. Call Blumi (02)633-8416
Pisgat Yehudah
People needed to volunteer to assist autistic Jews.
Yocheved Yehudah (03)936-1685 or (052)424-7708
Helping Torah Organizations

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Helping the Needy

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Prepare food packages for needy families in Jerusalem on Friday afternoons.
054-788-3261
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Yad Ezra Veshulamit prepares hundreds of food packages for needy families throughout Israel.
They are always in need of volunteers. They set up the packages on Rechov Givat Shaul in the
Givat Shaul Neighborhood on Wednesday and Thursday afternoon between 9:30am and 1pm.
It is a good idea to call the office beforehand to arrange a visit. They also welcome groups
Call:(073)217-9240 or (02)540-0058.
Yad Sara
People needed to visit home-bound patients and boost morale through projects (handicrafts,
potted plants, taping and typing life stories, computer instructions, etc.)
For more information call: 644-4411/4621, speak to Miriam Barris
Nursing Homes
Beit Tovei Ha’ir
Right outside Geula is a beautiful Nursing home. Feel free to drop by on a day off or whenever
you have some spare time. Located at Malchei Yisroel 36, Beit Tovei Ha’ir includes a nursing
home and many of the residents will be delighted to have a visitor. Rest time is between
1:00-3:00 pm but feel free to drop by at any other time and connect to a generation that
remembers the time before the hustle and bustle that we live in today.
Neve Simcha
Neve Simcha, located in the heart of Mattersdorf at 1 Sorotzkin, is an assisted living home
for the elderly. You can drop by at any time to visit, or even “Adopt-a-Bubby/Zaidy” Most
residents are English speaking and many don’t have family nearby, and would welcome a
visit. You will probably find that you gain at least as much as you give. They also welcome
volunteers to take the residents out for a shpatzier, or to help them go shopping etc.
Call Naomi or Tzippy at 500-8111 (preferably mornings)
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The Tamir, located in the Ezras Torah community, a short walk from Ramat Eshkol, is a mostly
religious Nursing home which includes an assisted living home and a Nursing home.
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Shabbos or just have a few hours off, you can even feel to drop by and schmooze with the
residents, you’ll be guaranteed to learn something new at each visit. Visitors are welcome
anytime except between 1:00-4:00 pm.
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Davening With a Minyan*
There is a story about Rav Aryeh Levin who had arrived from out of town very late and there
were no more Maariv minyanim. He was very distraught since he was very careful to always
daven with a minyan. He then thought of a great idea. He called the local (non-arab) taxi
company and ordered nine taxis to his house. When the cab drivers arrived, he asked them
to start the meter on the cab and to come inside to daven maariv with him. They obliged
and after the minyan was finished he asked each one to come over to receive his fare. All of
the taxi drivers were so impressed by his desire to daven with a minyan that they refused
payment. (if you try this, remember that they might not refuse payment so have a wad of
cash prepared just in case.)
Davening 3 times a day with a minyan is so basic to being a religious Jewish man, that for
many it is what distinguishes the men from the boys. One man in his mid-40’s told me that
he has not missed davening with a minyan since the day he arrived in Israel for his first year
of learning. When I asked him how he was able to accomplish such a feat, he answered,
“Shteeblach” I said “what?” He explained that even though he is very careful to daven in
Maximizing the same minyan every day, sometimes things come up like late night simchas, late night
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flights, late wake-ups etc. For those situations he takes a quick cab ride to the nearest
shteeble where he is guaranteed to find a minyan at all hours of the day.
Here is a list of some shteeblach around Yerushalayim and Ramat Beit Shemesh where you
can find a minyan at all hours of the day and night
• Koisel / • Sadigur • Satmar

Kotel Hamaaravi Shmuel Hanavi Rechov Yoel
1 Kotel Plaza Musayev / Sefard
Old City • Dushinsky Rechov Yoel
Shmuel Hanavi
• Beis Yisroel • Givat Shaul / Zupnik
Near Mir on Rechov • Bayit Vegan / Amshinov
Zonnenfeld • Har Nof / Imrei Shefer
• Ezras Torah / Beis Yisroel Rechov Katzenelenbogen
• Meah Shearim Rechov Ezras Torah
Rechov Ein Yaakov Ramat Beit Shemesh*
• Geula / Malchei Yisroel • Masaas Mordechai
• Sanhedria Next to Uri’s Pizza Rechov Dolev
Hamurchevet / Viznitz
• Ohr Hatzafon Ramat Beit Shemesh has
• Geula/Zichron Moshe Rechov Avinadav off Bar Ilan a minyan list that list all
Rechov Chofetz Chaim minyaninm in all shuls
• Near the Shuk / Zoharei in Ramat Beit Shemesh
• Katamon Chamah worthwhile to get your
Rechov Hachish hands on the list.
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Many of you have family members who come to Israel on occasion, and it would not be
strange to have some cousin/uncle/brother/sister/next-door neighbor’s cousin’s sister’s
niece, drop by sometime during your time here. For many parents, the fact that their child is
learning in Eretz Yisroel is a good excuse to enjoy an excursion to the Holy Land to see some
sites, enjoy some fine Kosher Dining and see their child at the same time. You might already
know from the beginning of the year that your family will come to visit you, or they might
surprise you, but no matter what, there are various ways you can help prepare yourself and
them, for a successful trip in all areas.
Did I forget something at home?

Knowing that the world has gotten smaller will help if you forgot to bring you favorite type of
Kleenex tissues. (Yes, they sell them in Israel, but it’s not the same.) When you know you have
family coming, it is very important to make sure they bring you everything that you might
have forgotten and everything you could possibly want (just in case). If you buy it here you
will have to spend your money while if they buy it for you, it won’t cost ¬“you” anything and
you can save all of your money to give to poor people at the Kotel.
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How much time should I spend with them?
Funny you should ask. If you’re asking, you probably realize that when your parents come
they will probably want to spend lots of time with you and will inevitably take you away
from Yeshiva/Seminary. For many of you this won’t make much of a difference and you can
spend as much time with your parents as you’d like (contingent to your school rules). But if
you are of those who are really beginning to grow in your learning then missing school and
disrupting the continuum could have a detrimental effect on your growth. Therefore, this is
a very important question to discuss with your rebbe/teacher to receive clear direction about
how much time to spend with you familial visitors. You can spend enough time with your
family while they are here without giving up on your needs and still make them feel that you
care about them.
Where Should They Stay

You parents will probably want to arrange a place to stay before they come. They may be
looking for a hotel, apartment, or to simply stay with family, but regardless of what they
are looking for you can probably help them. The most homey and least expensive option is
staying with family. If you have family in Israel and they have plenty of room you might be
able arrange for your parents to stay there. It will give them a more warm experience and will
help them save money so they can take you out to eat more often.
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• Meals might be taken care of • Feeling that you are putting
• Warm homey atmosphere others out
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Speak to family members to help make proper arrangements
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Renting an apartment / vacation apartment-In many communities there are

vacation apartments available for rent. Health
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communities • Might have to do some research
• Roomier than a hotel to find
• No putting others out
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How you can help?

Find the right neighborhood for them to stay in and ask people who live there if there are About israel
vacation apartments in the area.

You can also go to the apartment before they come and put up a welcome sign, fill the fridge,
or otherwise give it a more homey feeling. Around the
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• Service • More Expensive
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• Less complicated stay and pay
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Renting a Car
Getting around Jerusalem and Israel is fairly easy. The transportation system is built on the fact
that a large portion of the populace does not own automobiles. Therefore most attractions
can be accessed by inexpensive public transportation. Taxis are relatively inexpensive and
therefore many people will opt to visit Israel sans automobile (without a car).
However, for those of you who prefer the convenience of a car rental, there are a few things
you should know. The cost of a rental changes according to when you make your reservation
and how you make it. The car rental business is seasonal. This means that the times when
most people want to rent cars, is precisely the time when the prices are higher. There are
deals however, if you look for them.
To price car rentals you can go online or call the various rental companies and compare prices.
The prices that are given to you from the companies are often higher than the price you can get
through agents. Even though agents take fees they are given deals from the companies that you
would not be able to get. But even amongst the agents some will work to get you a better deal
than others. You might be able to get a second driver for free, unlimited mileage or perhaps a
free upgrade.
Some points to be aware of:

• It is not legal for someone under 21 to rent a vehicle
• many rental companies will charge more to rent to drivers under 25
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• if you have a credit card that covers insurance (gold or platinum) it will make the price
cheaper. Call your credit card company and ask them specifically if they will cover your
insurance in Israel. You might speak to an agent who is not aware of this and will be very
confident that this is not true but if you stand your ground you will get a much lower price.
If possible ask your credit card company for a letter confirming their coverage.
• don’t expect to be in and out in less than ½ an hour
• bring your 1)license, 2)passport, and a 3)credit card in the driver’s name. (They will not let
you rent if the credit card is not in the name of the driver.)
Phone Rentals
Your parents will probably need a phone when they are here.
There are a few options.

1. They can probably contact their phone company back home and arrange to use their own
phone while they are here. This way they don’t have to miss their phone calls from back
home. However this option might be expensive depending on who their carrier is.
2. Alternatively, if they come to Israel at least once a year it might be worthwhile to set up
a phone number here that they will own, so they have a phone whenever they come. Often
they can use their own phone from back home and simply replace the sim-card.
3. Another option is renting a phone from a company in Israel. There are various companies
that rent phones for short term check out our cell phone section for more information.
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History:
The land that we call Israel today is the same land that was given by the Creator of the World
to Avraham Avinu 3700+ years ago. Hashem then gave the land again to Avraham’s son
Yitzchok and then again to his son Yaakov. The Jews spent 210 years in Egypt and 40 years in
the desert until Yehoshua led the Jews into Eretz Yisroel as Hashem conquered the land for
them. The conquest of Eretz Yisroel lasted 14 years (7 years of war and 7 years to split up and
settle the land) and for the next 450 years the Jews ruled in Israel until the building of the
first Beis Hamikdash which lasted for 410 years. The Beis Hamikdash was later destroyed and
lay in ruin for 70 years until the second Beis Hamikdash was built which lasted for 420 years
after which the Jews were sent into galus. This would become the longest galus for the Jews.
For the next 2000+ years Jews lived in various countries and were persecuted. During this
period there were small groups who had moved back to the Jewish homeland. The land lay
fallow and in ruin for all of these years with very few buildings outside the walls of the original
cities. In the 1700’s Rav Yehuda Hachasid brought a group of Ashkenazi Jews to Eretz Yisroel.
They began to rebuild the Jewish settlement. They borrowed a large amount of money from
the local arabs and built various buildings, including a large shul in the middle of the old city
(known today as the Churvah Shul). When Rav Yehuda Hachasid died and the Jews were not
able to repay their loans, the Arabs destroyed the Jewish settlement and the shul and banned
Jews of Ashkenazi descent from living in their cities.
In the late 1700’s, almost simultaneously, students of the Vilna Gaon and members of the
chassidic world began to make their way back to Eretz Yisroel. They dressed in striped caftans
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similar to their Sephardic brethren in order that the arabs should not persecute them. The
ban on Ashkenazi Jews was rescinded and slowly but surely more and more Jews began to
populate Israel. Israel continued to grow and they began to build neighborhoods outside
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the city walls. In the late 1800’s a proposal was made by the World Zionist Organization to Settling-in
obtain control of the land of Palestine (as Israel was then known) from the British. After much
difficulty and many years the Zionists had obtained the rights to rule Palestine, and on May
14th 1948 they renamed it Medinat Yisrael (the country of Israel).
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The type of government in Israel is a Parliamentary Democracy. This means that the
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as Knesset ministers. The more votes a party gets the more Knesset members they appoint.
The party with the most members in the Knesset appoints the Prime Minister. The Knesset’s Getting
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Major Israel Wars*: Fun &

1948-War of Independence began in 1947 as a civil war between Jews and Arabs living in Recreation
Palestine. When Israel declared its independence on May 14th 1948 Egypt, Syria, Transjordan,
Lebanon, and Iraq joined in the war and attacked Israel on all its borders. In 1949 a cease fire
was agreed upon and the “Green Line” was drawn (named for the color pen used to draw the Sem Stuff
line) which marked the holdings of Jewish controlled Israel and the Arab controlled lands.
1967-The Six Day War - Egypt began moving troops into the Sinai Desert in order to get Touring
close to Israel’s borders to prepare for war. Shortly thereafter they blocked the Straits of Tiran
in order to block Israel’s only waterway for trade with the far-east and the waterway Israel
needed to receive oil from Iran. Jordan then surrounded Israel from the east and Syria from the What The
north. The Israeli’s realized that if they waited they would be in for a terrible disaster, so they Future Holds
decided to carry out a surprise preemptive attack on its enemies. The Israeli Air Force, with
the exception of just 12 fighters, left Israel while the Egyptian pilots were eating breakfast
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300 Egyptian aircraft. With the threat of Egypt lightened somewhat, Israel turned its efforts
toward Syria and fought a courageous war against their enemies. When the war ended Israel
had captured the Sinai, Golan Heights, Gaza Strip, and West Bank.
1973-Yom Kippur War - After a humiliating defeat in the 1967 war, Egypt and Syria decided
that they needed to save face and prepared for another attack on Israel. Egypt and Syria
mobilized their troops and Israel prepared itself for war. But after a few war threats with
nothing carried out Israel had let its guard down. Israel was warned by America not to make a
preemptive strike as it would cause bad relations between Israel and her much needed allies.
On Yom Kippur 1973, while most of Israel’s troops were in shul, Egypt and Syria carried out a
surprise attack on Israel (Egypt from the south and Syria from the north.) The arab nations,
in an attempt to create pressure from America raised the prices of their export of oil to the
U.S. During the first days of the war Israel lost many soldiers. When Israel then regrouped,
a large battle took place both in the Sinai against Egypt and in the Golan Heights against
Syria. In both battles Israel turned out to be successful. Israel was so successful that the I.D.F.
began to march on Cairo (capital of Egypt) and on Damascus (Capital of Syria). Realizing
that attacking the capitals of both these countries would be seen as very bad in the eyes of
the world, and with threats from other world powers, Israel backed off, and on October 22 a
ceasefire was called by the U.N.
*This list is only meant to give you a general idea about the major Israel wars.
How often do you KOTEL?

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Kotel or as others call it Kosel is the western wall of the Har Habayis. Till now Kotel has been a noun
referring to the wall itself. But today Kotel takes on a new verb meaning…
“How guys were Koteling, wanna join”
“Yo. Lets Kotel”
“I Kotel every week”
“du vilst koteling”
“I koteled 40 days”
And so forth.
So let your friends know that koteling is cool and whenever you have a chance, Kotel! You never
know what might happen.
This message has been brought to you by the Western wallers.
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Going to Eretz Yisroel for a year of learning is a very exciting opportunity that when put
into perspective can have a tremendous effect on your present and future. For more than Buying
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2000 years after the destruction of the second Beis Hamikdash, Klal Yisroel has yearned to
come back to Eretz Yisroel. Throughout that time few had attempted to make the dangerous
journey and even fewer had actually made it to Eretz Yisroel. The yearning and desire to
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come back to our land has been central to our existence throughout our history. You are now
being given an opportunity that you grandparents would have given their lives to experience.
Knowing a little about the uniqueness of Eretz Yisroel may help you gain perspective and
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• Chazal tell us that Hash-m chose Eretz Yisroel as His land and bestowed upon
it all the greatest gifts for a land. So much so that chazal tell us that Eretz
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• The creation of the world began with Eretz Yisroel with the rest of the world
following after. (Taanis 10a)
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• Simply breathing the air of Eretz Yisroel makes you smarter. (Bava Basra 158b)
• There were 10 portions of wisdom sent to the world and Eretz Yisroel took nine
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• A person who walks four amos in Eretz Yisroel is a guaranteed Ben Olam
Habah. (Kesubos 111a)
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• Eretz Yisroel is more holy than any other land
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• There is no wisdom like the wisdom of Fun &
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• Even the ordinary speech of those who
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privileges come responsibilities. The way one acts in the Palace
of the King in not the same as he would in the privacy of his own
home. Being aware of the greatness that Eretz Yisroel holds in the What The
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there with a more mature attitude. Enjoy and Good Luck!
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Year in Israel
• Yomim Tovim in Israel
• Preparing for Shabbos
• Spending Shabbosim
• Calendar
YOMIM TOVIM IN ISRAEL
• Rosh Hashanah begins on Sunday night • There are two Adars (Yay!!)
Sept. 14th (is 2 days also for Israelis)
• Taanis Esther Begins on Wednesday
• Tzom Gedaliah fast begins on March 23rd at 4:09 am
Wednesday morning Sept. 16th at
• Purim begins on Wednesday night March
4:53 am (Happy Birthday Yosef Chaim)
23rd (Shushan Purim begins Thursday night
• Yom Kippur Begins Tuesday night Mar. 24th)
Wednesday Sept. 22nd
• Seder Night is Friday Night April 22th
• Succos begins on Sunday night (means that you will need to make an
Sept. 27th Eruv Tavshilin)
• Chanukah begins Sunday night Dec. 6th • Lag Baomer Is Wednesday night May 7th
• Asarah B’teves fast begins on Tuesday • Shavous begins Motzaei Shabbos June
morning Dec. 22nd at 5:03 am 11th and is a 3 day Yom Tov (not for Israelis.)
*3 day Yom Tov means that Yom Tov falls out on Thursday and Friday and is followed by
Shabbos. Or as is in the case of Shavuos, Shabbos is followed by a 2 day Yom Tov.
Interesting – Since Pesach ends on Friday in Israel, Israelis layn the next parshah for Shabbos
while those who keep 2 days layn. Pesach layning. Then for the next 4 months the layning in
Israel and the layning outside of Israel will be one week off.
Issues that might arise.
1. If you spent Pesach in Israel you will have missed a parshah when you return.
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year in Israel
return you will miss a parshah.
There are some shuls in America and In Israel that layn the missing parshah. Ask a rav if you
are required to make up the parshah.
Rosh Chodesh
Rosh Chodesh is a semi Yom Tov and even more so for women. Try to do something
nice like buy yourself a special meal etc. In the Shul Chut Shel Chesed on Rechov
Yomim Noraim
The Yomim Noraim in Eretz Yisroel can be
very uplifting. Ask others in your institution
where you can go for a meaningful davening.
There are so many different places and each person
has his / her own preferences. If there will be a minyan
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in your Yeshiva / Seminary it is usually better to attend that minyan, especially if you are
required to. If you will be eating out, make sure you know when your hosts eat, since some
minyanim let out later than others. Many families in Eretz Yisroel do eat the “simanim” on
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the night of Rosh Hashanah. If you are used to it, great, if it is new to you, take it in, as the Stuff
minhagim of Yomim Tovim help give the Yom Tov extra flavor.
Advice: Accept something small upon yourself during the Aseres Yemei Teshuva (ex. “I
won’t speak Lashon Harah between 1-2 pm” “I will only eat a higher level of Kashrus” Food Facts
etc.) It will show Hashem that you ideally want to be doing things better, and he will
grant you a better new year.
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Get ready for Yom Kippur a little earlier and go to shul to say Tefillas Zakah in English Around
(found in every Machzor before Kol Nidrei), I guarantee it will change your Yom Kippur.
Motzei Yom Kippur is a mini Yom Tov. Try to have a proper seudah. (If possible go to a
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Keeping two days of Yom Tov is not based on how much you like Israel but rather based on
halachah. If you are well read in the appropriate areas of halachah and have Semicha from
a higher authority than you should feel free making the decision to keep one or two days Parents
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of Yom Tov for yourself. If you are like the rest of us you should ask a competent halachic
authority to tell you what you should do. Many families who keep two days make their
second day meal a little later and make the meal take longer. That way they won’t have to go About israel
out and see Israelis doing melachah.
Advice: You should not take the second day of Yom Tov lightly, find out if you are
supposed to keep one or two days and do it properly.
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Make sure to arrange your second day meals early enough because most families year in Israel
don’t keep two days.
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Succos
Immediately after Yom Kippur ends, the feverish pace of getting ready for Succos begins.
Many people put up their succahs before Yom Kippur, while many others wait until Sem Stuff
afterwards. There are arbah minim shuks where many sellers come together and sell their
lulavim and esrogim and other Yom Tov items for Succos. Walk the street and see the
Yerushalmim examining each of their Arbah Minim meticulously. Pay attention to the love Touring
that people have for the mitzvos of Succos. Additionally feel free to offer an extra hand to a
family or teacher to help prepare for Yom Tov; help cook, build a succah, etc… The more you
put into a Yom Tov the more you will get out of it.
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Advice: Prepare your meals early in order not to get left out in the cold.
Encourage a Rabbi to give a practical “buying-a-lulav-and-esrog” shiur. This will make
the process of buying your set much more fun and exciting. You might even want to
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Buy a few sets of aravos (they’re very inexpensive (3 sets cost less than a slice of pizza))
since the Israeli aravos have a way of wilting very quickly and you will be left with 3
beautiful minim and 1 stinky wilted one that might make the whole thing no good.
Prepare your Lulav before Yom Tov (remember: Haddasim to the right)
In preparation for Yom Tov remember to set up all of your meals in advance.
There are many fun things to do around Israel on Succos. (See below). On every evening
many Chasidishe sects make a Simchas Beis Hashoeivah, which last throughout the evening.
The biggest and most lively are usually towards the end of Meah Shearim by Toldos Aharon,
Toldos Avraham Yitzchak, and by Breslov, as well as many in the neighborhood of Beis Yisroel
right nearby. Even if you don’t know where to go, you can simply stroll down Meah Shearim
on any night and you will easily be directed to the right place.
Some nights are busier by different places so be aware when each group makes their big night.
The Big night in Breslov is the third day of Succos, since it is the Yahrtzeit of their Rebbe,
Rebbe Nachman. It is the night on which the Simchas Beis Hashoeivah goes until very late.
The dancing there is a sight to behold.
The Big night in Toldos Aharon is on the Ushpizin of Aharon since that is the name of their
first Rebbe, Reb Aharon “Areleh” Roth.
In Karlin-Stolin off of Rechov Yoel, a leibedig Simchas Beis Hashoevah takes place every
night and the atmosphere is very accepting and the dancing takes place in the form of one
long snake.
The Pinsk-Karlin Simchas Beis Hashoeivah takes place in a tent in the Beis Yisroel
neighborhood. The Rebbe is connected to many “important” people, so you will see many
interesting faces pop-in.
I’ve heard that the Simchas Beis Hashoeivah of Rav Tzvi Meir Zilberberg is very nice.
Around the Girls: I noticed that the band Tofaah is hired out for allot of women’s Simchas Beis
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Hashoeivahs. Contact them to find out where they are playing on Chol Hamoed.
Chol Hamoed
On the first morning of Chol Hamoed (for Non-Israelis) there is a very large gathering for
davening at the Kosel where the main attraction is the hundreds of Kohanim gathered to
bless the assembled during the largest Birchas Kohanim of the year. This usually happens
sometime around 9am for Shacharis and 10am for Musaf. (check the times before, to make
sure you don’t miss it). More people attend the Bircas Kohanim at Musaf so be prepared.
Additionally there are many fun things around the Old City that day.
Advice: Daven beforehand so you don’t have to carry your lulav and esrog etc. around
with you all day. Bring water cause it’s always very hot.
HOSHANAH RABBAH
In some areas people stay up learning on the night of Hoshanah Rabbah and some go to the
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Kosel for Netz on Hoshanah Rabbah morning. It’s worth your while to join them.
In Israel people do not eat in the succah on Shemini Atzeres. If you are eating by someone
who does not eat in the succah you are not required to eat in the succah.
Simchas Torah
The excitement of Simchas Torah can be felt in every yeshiva throughout Eretz Yisroel. The
larger the yeshivah, the more exciting the hakafos. If your yeshiva has hakafos, you should
preferably attend them as hakafos spent with people who you know, are more geshmak than
any other place.
Hakafos Shnios
It’s hard to say goobye to Yom Tov. There is a mInhag in Eretz Yisroel, commonly practiced by
chasidim as as by many yeshivos, to arrange hakafos on the night following their Simchas
Torah (which is Simchas Torah for chutznikim). They have hakafos with singing and dancing
and live music. So even if you are keeping 2 days of Yom Tov go check out Hakafos Shnios
somewhere. It gets pretty leibedik.
Chanukah
Many Yeshivas and Seminaries hold Chanukah Mesibahs for their students. For many it is
the highlight of their year. Don’t eat too many latkes and jelly donuts because, “a moment
on the lips, is a lifetime on the hips” The quality of donuts in Israel is not always what you
are used to. Some bakeries make their donuts like bread and add a drop of jelly while others
load the donuts with jelly / cream. General rule the less the donut costs the less jelly and less
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year in Israel geshamak it will be. If you are interested, there are many Chassidic groups who make parties
after the Rebbe lights his menorah. In Karlin-Stolin there is a big party on the fifth night.
Advice: Don’t cheap out on Mitzvos. For a few sheks you can perform the mitzvah of
hadlakas neiros in the best possible way (with olive oil and cotton wicks).
After the school lighting, start singing Chanukah songs and dance. It will help
everyone get into the Yom Tov spirit.
Set up a gift buying game where each person purchases an inexpensive gift for someone else
in the school (don’t leave anyone out) it will bring the school together in a very powerful way.
Purim
Sometimes even Israelis keep two days of Yom Tov. Israel is
the only place where you can celebrate two days of Purim.
Shushan Purim when you were growing up was probably as
relevant to you as Isru Chag. It was just the day after Purim,
which was a regular day of school and everyone went on with
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life as usual. In Israel however, there are Settling-in
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which Shushan Purim is their Purim. Many
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the day of Purim and go to Yerushalayim Stuff
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they celebrate. This practice should be
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questions that arise when you do this so
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On the night of Purim many Yeshivas and
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might find that you will be tired and sick the next day when the real fun is, so be smart and
plan how to celebrate Purim so you don’t miss out. Girls, according to most poskim there is
no mitzvah for women to drink on Purim (nor any other day of the year) so it’s best to refrain
(Being a princess (Bas Melech) involves loftier behavior).
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Advice: Prepare a single vort that you can say over to everyone you meet, so your
drunkenness is Purimdik and Toradik.
Spend as much money on Matanos L’evyonim as you do on all your Shaloch Manos Fun &
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and drinkage.
Rules of proper conduct and dress apply on Purim as well.
Buy nice Shalach Manos for rabbeim and teachers. (It’s a nice way of showing that you Sem Stuff
recognize that they put their heart and soul into you.)
Sweet wine will make you sick. Eating candy and sweet things will make you sick.
Drinking on an empty stomach will make you sick. Remember: “slow and steady wins Touring
the race.”
The best way to perform the mitzvah is with wine not vodka, scotch, bourbon, arak,
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It is said that you should give tzedakah on Purim to anyone who puts out his hand. It is
explained that this is a segulah that Hash-m should answer you when you put out your
hand. Many learn from this idea that one should daven for what they want on Purim and put Yellow
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out their hand toward Hash-m and in the same way we give, He will give. Some also have the
custom to travel to tzaddikim to “put out their hand” for brachos.
Many Chassidish Rebbes’ purim seudahs carry on through the night, so if you aren’t ready
to end your Purim when it officially ends look around and you’ll find some serious Purim
excitement.
Pesach
The Yom Tov of geulah, the time when Klal Yisroel left the shackles
of servitude and entered into a covenant with Hash-m. Most
bachurim and seminary students leave Eretz Yisroel to
go back home to spend Pesach with their families. If
you are one of those who do go back, make a plan
before you go in order that you shouldn’t have a big
spiritual fall when you go back. Many boys and girls
don’t realize how much they’ve grown over the year
and are shocked to realize how different they are from
the world that they left. Plan to learn over Pesach at least
a little each day in order that you can keep your head above
water. Even if you do fall, know that it happens to most people.
It is not a lacking in your commitment to growth. It is a reality of what happens when a
growing person leaves his environment without having spent enough time working on him
/ herself. Who knows maybe you need another year.
If you are of the fortunate few who spend their Pesach in Eretz Yisroel, know that there are
many things you can do to keep your growth momentum going. Cleaning for Pesach does
not need to be a hassle. The cleaning we do for Pesach is a mashal for the spiritual cleaning
we are meant to do inside ourselves. The harder you work physically the more you show
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Pesach preparations. You can help them by cleaning or even by just taking out their children
to a park, zoo etc…
Much of the food on Pesach is kosher L’pesach for Kitnios eaters. If you are not a kitnios
eater be careful as a lot of the packaging can be deceiving.
Michoel Aharon’s Bar Mitzvah

Can you believe our little bechor is all growed up. Parshas Emor. Don’t know where and
when yet but stay tuned.
Lag Baomer
Lag Baomer in Israel is a far cry from what you may have been used to in your home town.
Back home, the most you might have done was arrange a school trip or a baseball game.
And even that wasn’t always done on Lag Baomer.
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Lag Baomer is believed to be the Yaartzeit Settling-in
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all walks of life travel to his kever for Lag
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Meiron, some make their own bonfires,
while for others Lag Baomer is a regular Getting
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be run well and that you will gain from.
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Shavuos
Shavuos in Eretz Yisroel is unlike anywhere else in the world. True that many Yeshivas and
Seminaries are coming to a close, but in almost every one there is a program for learning Around the
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throughout the night. Some of the most powerful shiurim are given on Leil Shavuos as it is
the night before Kabalas Hatorah. As the night moves on and dawn approaches thousands
of Jews from all over the Yerushalayim walk toward the Kosel Hamaaravi for Shacharis.
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There are minyanim filling the entire Kosel Plaza. Until…Netz… Total silence… Thousands of
people davening Shemonah Esrei together. Standing before Hash-m right outside His house
speaking His praises. Afterwards, those traveling to northern Yerushalayim are met on their
walk down Rechov Shmuel Hanavi by tables and tents set up with drinks and food to satiate Sem Stuff
the passersby. (Mi Keamcha Yisroel) Don’t forget to find out when your hosts eat lunch as
many will be up all night and may be taking a rest before lunch.
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Advice: Spend the night of Shavous taking stock on what you learned though the year
and review it. This more than anything will help you realize how far you have come
and help you take your growth to the next level.
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Preparing for Shabbos
No matter where you come from in the world there is no Shabbos like a Shabbos experienced
in Israel. In Israel, Friday is a day off so people can prepare properly to greet the Shabbos queen,
and prepare they do. Some people begin their preparations earlier in the week, but on Friday
everyone is busy buying, cleaning, cooking, baking and simply running to prepare for their
day that they spend with Hash-m with no distractions. And then suddenly everything is quiet,
the stores begin to close, the crowds dissipate, the streets feel like a classroom one minute
after the recess bell and there is peace and tranquility for hours. The kids begin to emerge in
their Shabbos finest after a nice warm bath and then the siren. There is no experience that
compares to it.
For Bachurim and Bachurettes, Erev Shabbos might take on a bit of a different feel. A late
morning, rolling out of bed to meet some friends, perhaps some sporting activity, traveling
to the final Shabbos destination etc… While before an In-Shabbos your day could include
an even later morning etc…. The importance of doing some real preparation for Shabbos
cannot be underestimated. The holiest day, the day we are meant to spend together with
Hash-m. How is it possible to fully appreciate Shabbos when we roll into it like we would roll
into class on a Sunday morning. It is a clear directive from the Torah, “One who prepares on
Erev Shabbos, gains spiritually from Shabbos” (one who doesn’t, doesn’t) You have a limited
amount of shabbosim here. Take advantage of your shabbosim; Prepare.
Ways you can prepare for Shabbos:

• Help a teacher / family cook, clean, take kids to the park
• Have a learning seder in the morning
• Arrive at your hosts early (with their permission) and offer a hand with their kids etc.
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• Prepare a vort for Shabbos
• Do Shnayim Mikrah
• Learn the sefer Shabbos Malkusah or another sefer that teaches the greatness of Shabbos.
• Dress for Shabbos a bit earlier and go to a Beis Medrash
Inviting yourself for Shabbos

Over the course of the 40 or so Shabbosim you will be spending in Israel (plus Yom Tov),
many of you will be required to find your own places to sleep and eat. Many Yeshivas and
Seminaries assist in finding meals for students while others don’t. You will probably want to
visit family, friends etc. but there may be times that you will be at a loss for where to spend
Shabbos meals. Finding yourself on Thursday (or even Friday) without real plans for Shabbos
can be very disheartening. You might find it uncomfortable or even weird to ask teachers or
families to be their guest for Shabbos, but that is how it works here. Teachers might invite
you, but more often than not, teachers will expect you to invite yourself. Some teachers view
inviting students as inviting criticism from other students for not inviting them as well.
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Therefore it is good to get into the habit of inviting yourself to teacher’s houses. They might Settling-in
not be able to have you on the Shabbos you want, but you can always arrange a raincheck.
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without feeling uncomfortable.

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1. The Basic way: Hi! how are you? This is _____ .I was just wondering if you are making
meals this Shabbos, and if you are having guests.
2. The Respectful way: Hi! how are you? This is _____ . I would love to have the honor of
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3. The Silly way: Hi! This is ______. I’m making a big seudah in my school and I wanted to
know if you and your family wanted to join me. (….. long pause) or I could just come to you.
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(not geneivas daas because they know you are joking)
4. The Timid way: Hi! how are you? This is _____ . Well you know um Shabbos is coming? Um
I was um wondering well I um
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5. The Complimentary way: Hi! how are you? This is _____ .Remember when I came to
house last time? The food was amazing. I really enjoyed it. (They usually get the hint. )
6. The Frummy way: Hi! how are you? This is _____ . Hi I have an amazing vort for this week’s Parents
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parshah that I really want to share with you at your Shabbos table.
7. The Confusing way: Hi! how are you? This is _____ .Can I not, not, not, come for Shabbos.
(confuse them with the triple negative. They About israel
won’t know whether to say yes or no)
8. The Texting way: wnt gsts 4 shbs?
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watch your children after lunch on Shabbos?
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and if they get the hint, great, and if not
hang-up, call back and say “by the way are
you having guests for Shabbos.”
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Top 10 Ways To Not Get Invited Back For Shabbos
1. Come really late /don’t show up
2. Drink too much of the hosts shnapps
3. Cancel on Friday afternoon
4. Say something negative about the hostesses food
5. Overstay your welcome
6. Sit pretty while the hostess clears the table
7. Forget to tell your host about your food allergies and then have an allergic reaction
at the table.
8. Spit out your food at the table
9. Talk about yourself throughout the meal
10. Leave the table during the meal and sit on their couch reading a book.
Be aware that although you are expected to invite yourself out to families for Shabbos you
might find that families make excuses for why they can’t have you on a specific week. Don’t
be insulted it’s usually not personal, unless you think it might be (see list above)
Top 10 Excuses A Family Might Give Why You Can’t Come

For Shabbos.
1. We’re going away for Shabbos.
2. We just had a baby. (if they use this one too often you can call them on it.)
3. We’re having Girls/Boys (the opposite gender for whoever is calling)
4. Shana Rishona
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6. I’ll ask my spouse. (often just a way of getting out of taking the blame)
7. The kids are sick.
8. Spouse is out of town
9. We’re having too many other guests already.
10. We can’t not not have you. (Usually a response to the triple negative request) You won’t
know whether to come or go
Don’t be insulted when you hear these excuses. Sometimes they are true and sometimes
they are just simply because they don’t want to have guests that Shabbos. But don’t be
deterred if the family is a family that you really want to go to, be persistent. Usually even
if they don’t want to have you, they’ll get so sick of you asking over and over and over that
they’ll just give in.
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Going away for Shabbos is one of the highlights of your stay in Eretz Yisroel. Shabbosim in
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diverse environments gives you insight into the heart of the Jewish family. Seeing Jews from Stuff
all walks of life celebrating Shabbos together is an amazing experience. The different shuls
and seudahs are just many of the wonderful goings-on to see. Here is some advice about
spending Shabbos at someone else’s home, whether for an entire Shabbos or just a meal.
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• Make plans early! You might not be thinking about next Shabbos on Sunday afternoon
but the later you push off making plans the fewer options you will have. For some, planning
early means a week before, for others, Thursday night will suffice. However, it is important to Getting
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recognize that most hostesses don’t begin cooking on Erev Shabbos. So try to let your hosts
know you’re coming by Wednesday.
• If you made your plans very early, don’t forget to call again during the week to confirm your Health
plans.
• Make sure to leave for Shabbos with plenty of time to spare. Erev Shabbos is infamous for
its heavy traffic, and you don’t want to get stuck on the highway for Shabbos. Jerusalem Maximizing
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Buses stop running 1 hour before Shabbos begins. Intercity buses stop earlier. Check to be
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• Bringing gifts is not expected but is nevertheless appreciated as a form of hakaras hatov. Parents
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When buying food for your hosts make sure that whatever you buy has a hashgacha that
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• Bottle of wine
• Rugelach
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• Box of candy
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• Helping out on Erev Shabbos is a good way to show your hosts that you appreciate their
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invitation.
• Your hosts will usually go out of their way to make sure you are happy and comfortable.
Every person has a different standard and you might feel that what they do for you doesn’t
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meet the standard you are used to. Remember they are putting themselves out in order to
accommodate you. You will always enjoy Shabbos more if you come with few expectations.
This means that if there are no breath mints on your pillow, try not to get upset. Appreciate
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• At the meal try not to carry private conversations around your host, as no host wants to feel
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like a stranger in his/her own home. It’s nice to offer to help during the meal. It’s also a good
way to express gratitude and get invited back. Don’t be shy; most families appreciate when
you help even though they might not ask.
• Try to prepare a short dvar Torah for the table. If you have a sefer that you like, prepare
something from it or write down a short vort that you heard during the week. This will help
you have a nicer experience and your host will thank you for adding to their table.
• Compliment, Compliment, Compliment. There is nothing more important to a hostess
than to receive a compliment on her food, presentation, and the décor of her home. If you
compliment properly you will get invited back. The more specific the compliment the more
the host will appreciate it. Girls - If you say, “The _____ was delicious, can I get the recipe?”,
you will have won yourself a new best friend.
• If you are spending Shabbos, be considerate of your hosts’ schedule. Davening times and
sleeping times are some of the things you need to be aware of. Davening usually begins
earlier here than back home and many people eat lunch after davening which could be as
early as 11 o’clock. Girls, try to be awake before your host returns from shul so they don’t have
to wait for you to begin lunch.
• It is very nice to offer to take out your host’s children to the park and allow you hosts to
take a nap. People expend a lot of energy preparing for guests and it is a good way to say
thank you.
• If you spent a whole Shabbos with your hosts, offer to help clean after Shabbos before you
leave.
If you prefer to stay around your Yeshiva/Seminary for Shabbos don’t miss out opportunities
to spend meals with some of your neighbors. Every Shabbos seudah that you go to will
enhance your growth during your year, and will affect how you make your Shabbos table in
the future. Most of your Shabbosim until now have most likely been spent at your parents’
table. Spending Shabbos with others will help you gain new insights into Shabbos that you
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year in Israel might not have seen before. If you find a family whose Shabbos table you enjoy, try to get
invited back and build a connection. Learn how they built what they built and how you can
do the same.
SHABBOS IDEAS
Students in Israel often find themselves on Thursday afternoon with no plans for Shabbos. If
you are one of those you should definitely maintain a list of people you can call last minute.
If you are looking for an interesting Shabbos there are some places you can go to get invited
out to homes that you wouldn’t otherwise visit. If you find yourself near the Meah Shearim
area, if you go to either the Karlin-Stolin shul or Breslov you will most definitely get invited
out by one of the families in shul(“Mi K’amcha Yisroel”). If you are staying in school ask a
teacher that lives nearby to come to his/her house for a meal. Don’t be embarrassed most
teachers would love to have you as a guest and it will help you see your teacher in a different
setting. If you have ideas for Shabbos that you would like to share with others please call
(054)STU-DENT or send us a text with information for where to spend an interesting Shabbos.
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Time moves very fast and before you know it, the year you dedicated toward self-growth
in Torah and Middos will come to an end. In a few years, much of this time will be
forgotten but the effect that this year will make upon you, will last forever. Some of the
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most powerful lessons you will learn will be made at the Shabbos tables of the people
you had the opportunity to visit. Jotting down where you went each Shabbos and a
small tidbit of information each week will serve you as a reminder to be able to look
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back on one of the most influential years of your life. You might think it’s unimportant Around
now, but you cannot imagine how many people look back on their time in Israel and say,
“I wish I had kept a diary of my experiences.” Good Luck and Good Shabbos!!!
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Rosh Hashanah
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Shmini Atzeres / Simchas Torah
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Noach
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Lech Lecha
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Miketz
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Vayechi
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Emor
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September 2015
Elul - Tishrei
Thursday Friday
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Shabbat
Candles 6:23p
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Selichot Ashkenazim
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Shabbat Shuva
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20 7 21 8 22 9 23 Havdalah 6:15p
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Candles 4:52p
27 14 28 Havdalah 6:08p 15 29 16 30 17
Erev Succot Succot Chol Hamoed 1 Chol Hamoed 2
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October 2015
Tishrei - Cheshvan
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1 18 2 19 3 Havdalah 6:01p
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11 28 12 29 13 30 14 1 15 2 16 3 17 Havdalah 5:44p
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18 5 19 End 5:24p 6 20 7 21 8 22 End 5:21p 9 23 10 24 Havdalah 5:36p
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Yom Kippur Katan

November 2015
Cheshvan - Kislev
Candles 4:06p
1 19 2 20 3 21 4 22 5 23 6 24 7 Havdalah 5:24p
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Chayei Sarah
Shabbat Mevarchim
Candles 4:01p
8 26 9 27 10 28 11 29 12 30 13 1 14 Havdalah 5:20p
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Sigd Rosh Chodesh 1 Rosh Chodesh 2 Toldot
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December 2015
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Candles 3:54p
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6 24 7 25 8 26 9 27 10 28 11 End 4:57p
29 12 Havdalah 5:16p
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Chanukah 1 Chanukah 2 Chanukah 3 Chanukah 4 Chanukah 5 Miketz
Chanukah 6
Rosh Chodesh 1
Candles 3:57p
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Vayigash
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27 15 28 16 29 17 30 18 31 19

January 2016
Tevet - Shevat
Candles 4:05p
1 20 2 Havdalah 5:26p
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Shemot
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3 22 4 23 5 24 6 25 7 26 8 27 9 Havdalah 5:32p
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Va'era
Shabbat Mevarchim
Candles 4:17p
10 29 11 1 12 2 13 3 14 4 15 5 16 Havdalah 5:37p
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Yom Kippur Katan Rosh Chodesh Bo
Candles 4:23p
17 7 18 8 19 9 20 10 21 11 22 12 23 Havdalah 5:43p
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Shabbat Shira
Candles 4:30p
24 14 25 15 26 16 27 17 29 18 29 19 30 Havdalah 5:50p
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Tu B'Shevat Yitro
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February 2016
Shevat - Adar I
Candles 4:36p 27
1 22 2 23 3 24 4 25 5 26 6 Havdalah 5:56p
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Candles 4:43p
7 28 8 29 9 30 10 1 11 2 12 3 13 Havdalah 6:02p
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Yom Kippur Katan Rosh Chodesh 1 Rosh Chodesh 2 Teruma
14 5 15 6 16 7 17 8 18 9 19 10 Candles 4:59p 11
20 Havdalah 6:08p
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21 12 22 13 23 14 24 15 25 16 26 17 Candles 4:55p 18
27 Havdalah 6:13p
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Adar I - Adar II
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Yom Kippur Katan Rosh Chodesh 1 Rosh Chodesh 2 Pekudei
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13 3 14 4 15 5 16 6 17 7 18 8 19 Havdalah 6:29p
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20 10 21 11 22 12 23 End 6:15p 13 24 14 25 15 26 Havdalah 6:34p
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27 17 28 18 29 19 30 20 31 21

April 2016
Adar II - Nissan
Candles 6:21p
1 22 2 Havdalah 7:04p
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Parshat Parah
Shabbat Mevarchim
Candles 6:26p
3 24 4 25 5 26 6 27 7 28 8 29 9 Havdalah 7:45p
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Yom Kippur Katan Tazria
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10 2 11 3 12 4 13 5 14 6 15 7 16 Havdalah 7:51p 8
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17 9 18 10 19 11 20 12 21 13 22 Last burn 11:33a 14 23 Havdalah 7:56p
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Day 2 of the Omer Day 3 of the Omer Acharei Mot
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May 2016
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Fun & Recreation
• Pools & Beaches
• Parks
• Basketball
• Tennis
• Games
Recreation
Pools
BREICHAT YERUSHALYIM 43 Emek Refaim, German Colony (02) 563-2092
Buses: 4, 18
BEIT TAYLOR
23 Zangvil, Kiryat Hayovel (02) 631-0483
Buses: 24, 18 02) 641-0483
BEIT SEFER LA’IVRIM/ 8 DegelReuven, Kiryat Moshe (02) 659-9515

BLIND INSTITUTE
BEIT HACHAYAL 1 Aluf David Shaltiel (02) 624-4813

Next to Gan Sacher and Kraft Stadium
Efrat Matnas Pool At the Efrat, Matnas (02) 9932936
JERUSALEM FOREST POOL Buses: 20, 13, 18 (02) 675-2911

get off at Yad Vashem and then you can
walk but its very far or take a cab from there
to Yaar Yerushalyim, Mercaz Tzipori
Kiryat Chinuch 21 Rambam St. (02) 999-3630

Swimming Pool
Maccabim In Modiin (08) 926-1264

Sport Center
Nes Harim Swimming Near Bet Shemesh (02) 579-5959

Fun &
Recreation
PoolNes Harim
NEVE YAAKOV 38a Sderot, Neve Yaakov (02) 583-0597
Nevat Yisroel Shmuel hanavi Street (02)622-1522
A father came to visit his son in Yeshiva in Israel for Chanukah.

After shacharis the son turns to the father and says:
“I know we Duchen on Yomtov but I didn’t know that in Israel

they also Duchen on Chanukah.”
That night the father took his son home on the first plane out. Why?
Because in Israel they Duchen every day.

If his son didn’t know that, it meant that he hadn’t made
it to Shacharis one time since the beginning of the year.
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Ashdod Ashkelon
Location About 200m past the Marina Location Rehov Yafeh Nof opposite the
‘Ashkelona’ water park
Days Men Sun, Tues, Thurs - AM Food Facts
Days Men Mon, Wed, Fri
Mon, Wed, Fri – PM
Women Sun, Tues, Thurs
Women Sun, Tues, Thurs - PM
Getting
Hours 7:00am-7:00pm Around
Mon, Wed, Fri – AM
Supervisor (08) 6782085
Hours AM 07:00-12:30
Buses From yerushalayim bus 137 to
PM 1:30pm-6:00pm Tachanah Merkazit Ashkelon Health
Supervisor 057-3185350, (08) 867-6891 and take Rechov Ben Gurion

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Tveria - The Separate Beach Tveria-The Be’er Miryam Beach (women only)
Location From the city it’s 300m past Location From the city it’s 300m past
Chamei Tveria Chamei Tveria Parents
Coming
Days Men & Women Sun, Mon, Days Women only Sun- Fri
The beach is com- Tues, Wed,
Hours Sun-Thurs 08:00-19:00
pletely separated Thurs, Fri Open year-
Fri 08:00-17:00 About israel
Hours 09:00-17:00 round
Services Deckchairs, Sun-shades,
Services Deckchairs, Sun-shades,
Showers, WC, Sailing, Water
Showers, Kosher l’mehadrin Around the
Activities, Kosher l’mehadrin kiosk year in Israel
kiosk
Supervisor 050-7234487
Fun &
Akko Bat Yam Recreation
Location Adjacent to the Arg’man beach Location Southernmost beach in Bat

in the direction of the Naval Yam close to the ‘Colony
Sem Stuff
Academy Beach’, approach via Rechov
Ben Gurion
Women Sun, Tues, Thurs Touring
Women Sun, Tues, Thurs
Hours 08:00-17:00
Hours Jul-Aug 8:00am-7:00pm
To get there Take the 960 from the
- end Tishrei until 6:00pm
by Bus: tachanah merkazit to Haifa What The
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and then take the 271 from Services First-Aid, WC, Drinking Water,
Showers
Haifa to Akko
Supervisor (03) 954-1789
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Haifa - The Kiryat Chaim Beach Hadera
Location Next to the Northern tower Location The northern most lifeguard
(#3). Approach from the north station
via Truman Blvd and Kiryat Days Men Sun, Tues, Thurs - AM
Yam, or from the East via Mon, Wed, Fri – PM
Deganya Blvd Women Sun, Tues, Thurs - PM
Days Men Mon, Wed, Fri Mon, Wed, Fri – AM
Women Sun, Tues, Thurs Hours AM 07:00-13:00
Hours 08:00-18:00 PM 13:00-17:00
Supervisor (04) 8727105, (04) 852-1492 Supervisor (04) 6221107
Tveria-The Mehadrin Beach

(men only) Hertzelia
Location Approach via the new road for
Location Rechov Derech Gdud Barak.
the Marina that runs behind
At the City’s Northern exit
the gas station
close to the Mercury Hotel
Days Men Only Sun-Fri
Mon, Wed, Fri – PM
Hours 09:00-19:30 or until sunset if
earlier. Open year-round Women Sun, Tues, Thurs
Services Sailing and Canoeing Hours Sun-Thurs 8:30am-7:30pm
Fri 8:30am-6:30pm
Supervisor 050-6555291
Supervisor (09) 959-1515
Yam Hamelach - The Dead Sea - Akko

Fun & The International Beach Location Adjacent to the Arg’man beach
Recreation
Location Behind the in the direction of the Naval

Leonardo Hotel Academy
Days Men & Women Sun- Fri . Days Men Mon, Wed, Fri
The beach is completely separated Women Sun, Tues, Thurs
Hours 09:00-19:00. Open year-round Hours 08:00-17:00
Services Sulfur pool, Heated salt-water To get there Take the 960 from the
pool, Sauna, Health Spa & by Bus: tachanah merkazit to Haifa
Treatments, Private Showers, and then take the 271 from
Soap & Shampoo Haifa to Akko
Supervisor (08) 9973128, (08) 668-8888 Supervisor (04) 9916589
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Haifa - The Quiet Beach Kinneret - The Kinnar Beach

Location Rechov Chail Hayam in the Bat Location North-East part of the lake Buying
Galim Neighborhood. next to the Kinnar hotel Stuff
Approach via R. Chail Hayam
and turn right or via Rechov Days Men & Women Sun- Fri .
Haaliya and turn left The beach is completely separated.
Open Pesach-after Succos Food Facts
Women Sun, Tues, Thurs Hours Sun-Thur 07:00-19:00
Hours 08:00-18:00 Fri Until 16:00
Getting
Around
Supervisor (04) 8521492, (04) 8552488 Supervisor 050-5287074
Rishon L’tzion Tel-AviV - The Separate Beach Health
Location Southernmost beach in Rishon (Sherraton-Nordo)

Days Men Mon, Wed, Fri Location Adjacent to the port on Rechov
Maximizing
Women Sun, Tues, Thurs Chabakuk. Between the Hilton Your Year
and Metzizim Beaches
Hours xxxxxxxxxxxx
xxxxxxxxxxxx Days Men Mon, Wed, Fri
To get there Take bus # 430, 432, or 433 Women Sun, Tues, Thurs Parents
Coming
by Bus: to Rishon Letzion Hours Open year-round
Supervisor (03) 9623024 Supervisor (03) 6928034, 057-2502366
About israel
The Chamai Zohar Beach Netanya - The Sanz Beach

Location Between the Nirvana and Location North of the city Opposite the Around the
Sanz Hotel South of the year in Israel
Moriah Hotels and opposite
the Novotel Blue Bay Hotel
Days Sun, Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs, Fri. Days Men Sun, Tues, Thurs - AM
The beach is completely separated Mon, Wed, Fri – PM Fun &
Recreation
Hours Summer - until October Women Sun, Tues, Thurs - PM
07:00-18:00 Mon, Wed, Fri – AM
all other months 07:00-17:00 Hours AM 08:30-13:00 Sem Stuff
Supervisor (08) 6688888 PM 13:30-30 min before
sunset
To get Take bus# 930 from the Touring
by Bus: Tachanah Merkazit (Yerushalayim)
Pinskei Tshuvos there to Netanya and take the 4 bus
Which Basketball team wakes up from the Tachanah
What The
early to pray? Future Holds
Services First-Aid, WC, Showers,
The New Jersey Netz
Kosher l’mehadrin kiosk
Supervisor (09) 8603155, (09) 8618718
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NICE PARKS
AROUND JERUSALEM & ISRAEL
IN JERUSALEM
Jerusalem hosts some of the finest parks this side of the Atlantic. Looking for a place to play
a pick-up game of Ultimate or to make a mangal (Bar-b-que) or just to ride the twirly slides to
remind you of old times? Some of the parks have basketball courts, some have green grassy
areas, some have fun slides, and others have great picnic areas, but they all have fresh Israel
air and Kedushas Eretz Yisroel. The following is a list of parks in Jerusalem and its environs.
Feel free to get out and just go to the park. It’s a great excursion and it’s free, and unlike going
out to eat, it won’t add pounds to your waist.
Gan Sacher - Gan Sacher is one of the largest parks in Jerusalem and a popular place for
a family BBQ. The park has playgrounds, bike paths and large open fields. There are also a
few full size basketball courts where you can find a pick-up game at many times during
your off-time. The city has recently added an area to the park with exercise equipment so
you can work out without having to spend money on going to the gym. (Three minute
walk from the Tachana Merkazit)
Botanical Gardens - Gan Havradim beautiful botanical gardens in the center of

Jerusalem. Located near Hebrew University in Givat Ram. Great for picnics.
Gan San Simon - Gan San Simon on Chizkiyahu Hamelech Street, is a large park
between Katamon and San Simon. This park has a playground, large open grassy areas, a
short bike/walking path, and a full size basketball court.
Monster Slide Park - Monster Slide Park on Rechov Chile in Kiryat Yovel is a great park
to take your chessed kids to. There is a huge monster sculpture whose three tongues
function as slides. There is also a large grassy area where you can arrange a picnic lunch.
Gan Hapaamon - Corner of Jabotinsky and Keren Hayesod - Also known as Liberty Bell
Fun &
Recreation Park, this park has great outdoor basketball courts, a small hockey rink, a large playground
area and lots of shady grassy spots for a BBQ. Just go straight down King George which
becomes Keren Hayesod. The park is right behind the gas station.
Park Gilo: Tzviya V’yitzchak Street, Gilo - This beautiful Keren Kayemet L’Israel park
is a forest on a hilltop overlooking Jerusalem. It contains a large children’s playground
and climbing frame, toddler play area, Basketball Court, Trails, Picnic Areas, Adult Exercise
Equipment, and stroller paths. There are no bathrooms or places to buy food or drink at
the park so come prepared. You can get there by taking Buses: 31, 32, 71, 72.
Gan Chamisha Assar - A nice park with rolling grass and beautiful vistas. Great for
barbeques and kumsits’. On the north-east end of Ramat Eshkol. Entrance right off of
Ramat Hagolan.
Yaar Yerushalayim - The Yerushalayim Forest-great picnic grounds and good place to
relax. Entrance from behind Angels on Kanfei Nesharim.
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Ganei Yehoshua - Large park with beautiful rolling green grass and a lake where you
can rent row boats and paddle boats located in Ramat Gan Buying
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Park Modiin - Park Anava or as it is popularly known “Park Modiin” is the central park
in the city of Modiin.The park is located near the central square on Shderot Chashmonaim
(not far from the mall). It has wide open grassy areas and a large play area for children (or Food Facts
those young at heart). There is also a small man made pond with boats and kayaks etc. to
rent for fun. They also have a refreshment stand next to the pond.
The park is open every day all day (except of course for the boat rentals which is open Getting
Around
10:00am- 10:00pm for more details call 054-6867614)
To get there: take the 110 bus from Sarei Yisroel or Bar Ilan / Shmuel Hanavi to the Moddin
Mall and walk about 5 minutes to the park. Health
Park Ranaana - Park R anaana is one of the biggest parks in northern Israel. Located
just outside the actual city it serves the community in many ways. They have big open
grassy areas, 2 giant play areas for the kids, a big man-made lake with boats. They also Maximizing
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have a mini-Zoo with over 100 animals including monkeys, sheep, hamsters, birds etc. The
inner part of the Zoo (birds, hamsters) is open for 1 hour in the morning 11:00 -12:00am and
one hour in the evening 5:00 - 6:00 pm, but the outer part (monkeys, sheep, and gofers) is
open all day. There is a separate section for making barbeques. The park is free except for Parents
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weekends (and maybe vacation days). Park Ranana is on Rechov Hapark.
For information call (09)771-3275
To get there: Take the 947 bus from the Tachana Merkazit to Ranana. Then take the 501 bus About israel
or a cab to the park
Park Kfar Saba - Here is another wonderful place to spend an afternoon during bein
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hazmanim. Located in eastern Kfar Saba this park has many open areas with lots of shade. year in Israel
There are a few places for kids to play and a man-made lake (leave your scuba gear a home
– no entering). The park has a big roller hockey rink (for those in Israel who know what
“roller” and “hockey” are).Located in the park is a look-out point and a bush-maze. At
night the area is lit up with many light designs. The park is open from 6:30am -11:00pm. Fun &
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To get there: Take the 465 bus from Shmuel Hanavi
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Basketball Courts:
GAN HAPAAMON- basketball courts, playground, green grassy area. Nice
for exercise and picnics/ barbeques. Around the corner from the Inbal
hotel on the way to Emek Refaim.
GAN SACHER (SOCCER)- very large park a short walk from the
Tachanah Merkazit. Large park with nice playgrounds, basketball
courts, large fields for other sports and nice picnic areas. During
busy times the park gets very full. Phone: (02)629-6666
SHDEROT BAR-LEV SPORTS FACILITY- At the end of Rechov Machal
if you cross “Kvish Mispar Echad” otherwise known as Shderot Chayim
Bar-Lev there is a soccer field / basketball court. Check it out before you plan
a pickup game there.
GAN KURT - On Chizkiyahu Hamelech St. between Katamon and San Simon there is a
large park called Kurt Park with a basketball court.
MAALOT DAPHNA - On Karl Neter St. between Shimon Hatzadik and Shderot Levi Eshkol
(closer to Shimon Hatzadik) there is a public school with an open basketball court.
GAN CHAMISHA ASSAR - in Ramat Eshkol has an outdoor basketball court which is
sometimes used for soccer so be prepared.
Kraft Stadium - named after Robert Kraft, owner of the New England Patriots, who
donated the Astroturf from the old stadium
To rent out Kraft Stadium call Adam (050)574-4959
TENNIS COURTS:
MERCAZ HATENNIS - near Malcha Mall on 1 Almaliach St. is the Jerusalem
Fun &
Recreation Tennis Center.
Hours: Sun-Thurs 7:00a.m. – 10:00p.m. Fri- 7:00a.m. – 6:00p.m.
Phone: (02)679-1439
TENNIS CENTER HAR HATZOFIM - Lerner Family Indoor Sport Complex on the Hebrew U.
campus. Entrance across from the Hyatt Hotel.
Hours: Sun.-Thurs. 7:00 am - 10:00 pm Fri.- 7:00 am – 4:00 pm

Phone: (02)588-1234 (call to reserve)
Cel: (054)489-8840
GIVAT RAM HEBREW U. - In Givat Ram near Kiryat Hamemshala and the Science Center.
On Derech Brodestky.
Phone: (02)658-6611
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Circuit Emek Refaim Pool & Gym

Phone: 02-6511185 Phone: 02-563-2092
Address: Beit Hadfus 7, Givat Shaul Address: Emek Refaim 13, German Colony Buying
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Genders: Male, female, separate hours Genders: Male, female,
www.circuit.co.il/home.htm separate hours
Jump Kosher Gym

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Phone: 02-6233377 Phone: 02-6526730
Address: Binyanei Hauma, City Center Address: Shtener 3, Givat Shaul
Genders: Male, female, separate hours Gender: Male, female,
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A private gym
Male, female, separate hours in Panim Meiros 10
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Lifestyle Health and Fitness Center
Private Gym – Personal Training – Men Only Maximizing
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Phone : 02 538 2622 • Address: 24 Metsarei Tiran, Ramat Eshkol
www.lifestylehealthandfitness.org
Gyms- women only Parents

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Razim Studio C
Phone: 02-5632946 Phone: *5045
Address: Diskin 9, Rehavia Address: Yad Charutzim 19, Talpiot; Keren
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Hayasod 25, Talbiyeh
Studio 6 Swan
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Address: Yad Harutzim, 10, Talpiot Address: Emek Refaim 43, German Colony
Hotels
Regency Jerusalem Spa - Swimming pool, Jerusalem gate hotel Fun &
Jaccuzzi, Sauna, Gym separate gym Recreation
Men only hours: Monday, Wednesday,

Thursday and saturday 21:00-24:00 All the big hotels in Jerusalem have gyms,
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so call to find out.
Ramada Hotel – Gym, Pool, Jacuzzi, Sauna
– Men Only Hours Other Studios
Phone: 02 659 9999 Touring
Dynamic Studio 500 1123
Ruppin Bridge at Herzl Blvd, Jerusalem
Lose it! 654 0728
Crown Plaza Hotel – Pool, Gym Slim for Life 991 0670
What The
Phone: 02 658-8888 Yoga for Bnei Torah, Future Holds
Givat Ram Yaakov Weider 540 1324
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Games to Play on Trips/Tiyulim
I’m old enough to remember family trips where there were no IPods and my siblings and I
would ask, “Are we there yet?” over and over and over. I remember my mother trying to come
up with new and innovative games for us to play. Aside from helping the time pass the games
usually helped us bond. The games we played in our car on those long family trips became
“our games” and we would play them whenever we got in the car no matter how long the
trip. Today, many years have passed and I no longer go on long road trips with my family, but
when we get together and reminisce about old times inevitably the car games come up and
we bond once again. I sometimes wonder if the kids today who each watch their own IPods
or listen to their own mp3’s during family trips will have that same opportunity I had to bond.
Just in case you want to take advantage of the time you spend together on long trips and
tiyulim with your friends, below are some games that you can play on your trips. The list is
not exhaustive and you probably can think of many other games and even games that you
played with your family while you were growing up. Many of the games can even be played
off the road in the comfort of your own home and can help you build bonds with friends that
could last a lifetime. You can even use many of these games at Shabbos tables to keep the
table entertaining.
I Spy – One person picks an object and says, “I spy with my little eyes the
color… (the color of the object.) the other players pick try to guess the object
based on asking Yes and no questions.
Variation. “I spy something that begins with the letter.” This can be more
complicated since you can call things by many different names.
Car Bingo – One person should make a bingo board of 5x5 and write
in each box the name of a different car. (ex. Pickup truck, Station Wagon,
Ambulance, Tractor, Double Truck) make a few different boards so the order
of cars is different on each board. Then, as you sight the vehicle, mark off the
box with that vehicle. First one to get a whole row, column, diagonal wins.
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Recreation Scavenger hunt – Scavenger hunts take time to prepare but they
are tons of fun. Any good scavenger hunt will need someone to go ahead to
the place where the scavenger hunt will take place and prepare the clues for
the game.
Find the Aleph-Beis – on signs as you pass them – this is a game

that you can play together. Find the letters of the Aleph-Beis in order on
signs along the route of your tiyul.
20 questions – (Name that tanach figure) – One person thinks of

a figure in tanach. The other participants try to guess the person based on
asking Yes/No questions (ex. Is it a man? Is he before Matan Torah? etc.) you
can add rules such as; questions must be asked in an orderly fashion, if you
guess the name of someone and you are wrong you are out etc..) People love
this game and you can use it at Shabbos tables when you go away.
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I traveled through time – First person begins “I traveled

through time and met…”(name a person In tanach whose name begins with
an Alef (ex. ‫א‬vraham,) the next player says “I traveled through time and met
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with beis ex. ‫ב‬aruch ben neriah etc…
Variations: can be played with names of places objects etc..
Getting board games – Bring travel games with you on Food Facts
your trips.
Word Chain Game – Start with a two word phrase and each Getting
consecutive person has to take the second word of the phrase and use it to Around
begin a new phrase and so on. (Ex. First person says “Phone Call” The next
person begins with “call” and might say “Call Out” and so on)
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Geography – First person names a place, including a city, state,
country, etc. and the next person uses the final letter of that place as the
beginning of the name of the next place. (ex. First person says “Yerushalayim”.
The next person begins with “M” and might say Mississippi” and so on). The Maximizing
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same game can be played with names of people from Tanach (you’d be
surprised how many you know).
Gotcha – This game can be played on two-day trips or shabbatonim. Parents

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One person who isn’t playing makes a list of participant names and words
(ex. Chaim Shlusserhoffer, Hippopotamus) Each Name/word is written on a
separate card and distributed to each of the players. The player must try to
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get the person named on the card to say the word on the card. When s/he is
successful s/he calls Gotcha and takes that participants card and tries to get
the person on the new card to say the word on the new card. The person with
the most cards at the end is the winner. Rules can be made as to what you Around the
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are allowed to use to get the other person to say the word and what counts
as saying the word (i.e. if the player said a form of the word etc..)
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Pinkei Tshuvos
What do you call a golfer What is Winnie-the-Poohs Sem Stuff

who tees off on the back favorite month?
of a cow? Iyor
On Par Touring
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What is a cow’s favorite bachur go to the zoo with
haftorah? a lasso?
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How to Speak Yeshivish
For those of you seeing this book for the first time, A shod, we here at the Yeshiva
and Seminary Guide try to help you in every way throughout your year in Israel.
For those who want to start speaking Yeshivish, below are some basic words
you’ll want to know. For those of you who speak Yeshivish, below is a list of
words that you probably think are English, but many people don’t understand
when you say them.
And for those of you who are simply reading this because you are bored late at
night and are too tired to play solitaire one more time. Hope you Enjoy.
Aderaba - ‫ אדרבא‬Interj. To the contrary; Ch’mein - ‫ איך מיין‬I think “Ch’mein az

By all means; “Do I like Sushi…?! Aderaba I’m gonna go to Uman for rusheshuneh.”
it’s my favorite food.” similar to farkert
Chap-Arein - ‫אריין‬-‫ כאפ‬Utilize/seize
Ain fal - ‫נפאל‬
ַ ‫אײ‬ַ N. An ingenious idea, the moment “If you want to finish the
Inspiration; “Yoili puts beer in his mesechta by Pesach, you’re gonna have
cholent…..what an ain fal!” Yiddish for to chap-arein
fall in, meaning a great idea that fell
Chashuv - ‫ חשוב‬Adj. Noteworthy,
into your head......you know like the
Important; “He’s truly very chashuv…
lightbulb kind:
everywhere he goes people want to give
Akitzur - ‫ ַאקיצור‬Adv. In short, In him sholem.”
summary; “Akitzur, if you think we
Chiddish - ‫ חידוש‬N. A new understanding,
shouldn’t continue learning together I’ll
A Talmudic revelation; “Yesterday I
find someone else.” Also Bekitzur
thought of such a chiddish that I’m sure
Al Kol Ponim - ‫ על כל פנים‬In any case; Often you never heard of it in your life.”
pronounced “akupoonim”;“Akupoonim,
Ein Hochi Nami - ‫ אין הכי נמי‬It’s true/
I’m going back to America for pesach so
another way to say you’re right; “Ein
I might as well leave on Rosh Choidesh”
hochi nami, anyone can daven Kabbolas
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Arein’geton - ‫טאן‬
ָ ‫גע‬-‫ין‬
ֶ ַ‫ ַארי‬Involved. “My Shabbos but Yanki does it the best.”
Chavrusa is so arein’geton in shidduchim
Eisen - ‫אייזן‬, iron, solid. “Lipa’s new Cd is
he never shows up for night seder.”
mamesh Eisen”
Azoi - ‫ ַאזוי‬like so “I told him he should
Emmes’n - ‫אמת'ן‬, in truth. “Emmes’n, I
where his hat azoi, unless he wants to
don’t really care where we eat as long as
look like a harry.”
they have a feste chulent.”
B’etzem - ‫ בעצם‬in actuality. “B’etzem
Epis - ‫ עפיס‬A little bit, any kind of; “The
he’s an out-e-towner but he fier zichs
host asked if he had… epis a vort. He
like hes from Flatbush.”
replied “Ya I have epis tsu zogn”
Ba-vust - ‫באוואוסט‬ַ Adj. Well known,
Fargin - ‫ פארגין‬to not begrudge, “I fargin
Famous; “It’s bavust that Lipa is the king
him even though he did me a groise avleh.”
of Modern Chassidic music.”
Farkert - ‫פארקערט‬ ַ Quite the Contrary;
Bleib - ‫ בלייב‬remain “Even after the shiur
“No! not like that… I’m saying Farkert.”
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Farshtey - ‫ פארשטיי‬To understand; “I sat come out of the kitchen and serve us the Settling-in
in the Roshesheevas shiur for two months food.”

and didn’t farshtey a single word.” Often Hokkin - ‫האקין‬ַ Ask incessantly, talking
pronounced fah-shtey about the news; “I wanted to learn but Buying
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Feir Zich - ‫ פיר זיך‬to behave in a certain my chavrusa was too busy hokkin about
manner, “He fier ziched like he was drunk last nights mach’ah in Kikar Shabbos.”
on Purim even though he hadn’t touched the latest hok:
a bottle the whole day.” Intersant - ‫ אינטרסאנט‬interesting.
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Fest(eh) - )‫ פעסט(ע‬Very good; “His wife Sometimes preceded by zeiyer (very).

makes a feste chulent.” “The rebbe’s tish bekeshe is zeiyer
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intersant.”also as a response in a Around
Gahng - ‫ גאנג‬approach, “I mamesh
conversation. “So I have a new idea
didn’t understand the rebbe’s gahng on
that’s gonna make me millions” “hmmm
the Sugya”
intersant.” Health
Geferlach - ‫געפגרליך‬, very bad “I had to
Ken Zein - ‫ קען זיין‬It is possible. Could-
call the shadchan and cancel the date
be/Maybe, “I told the mashgiach, Ken
because I had a geferlach headache.”
zein my roommate will be at Shachris Maximizing
Geoinis - ‫ גאוניס‬Wisdom; “From the this morning.” Your Year
chaburahs he gives, you can chop a

Lechoirah - ‫ לכאורה‬Seemingly; “Lechoirah
glimpse of his geoinis.”
if he’s asking you for money, you could Parents
Geshikt - ‫ געשיקט‬Put together; “With use mayser gelt.” Coming
the Ferragamo belt and the yamikeh from
Meshunedik - ‫ משונעדיק‬Extraordinary.
Eichler’s, Doiv Ber really looks geshikt.”
“My Rosh yeshiva is a meshunedik’e iluy.”
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Geshmak - ‫געשמאק‬
ַ Delightful; “I love
Mima-naf-shach - ‫ ממה נפשך‬Either
going to rebbe’s house for Shabbos, the
Way; scene at restaurant when your
food is always so geshmak.”
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Gevaldig - ‫געוואלדיג‬
ַ Extraordinary; for dinner “Monafshach she’s paying for year in Israel
“Engaged to the Roshesheevas daughter? it, I might as well order the groyse feste
…Gevaldig!” steak. And besides how often do I go to
Gor - ‫ גאר‬very Usually goes along with a restaurant anyway.” Also pronounced
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an adjective such as shver (difficult). “The Monafshach. Recreation
roshesheevas shiur klali was gor shver” Mimeila - ‫ ממילא‬Automatically; “Just

Gor shver - ‫גאר שווער‬ ָ “Gor” very go to Eretz Yisroel for a year and
“Shver” Difficult; “It’s gor shver to get an mimeila you’ll shtark out.” (major Sem Stuff
appointment with the Rebbeh, but my misconception)

cousin knows his gabbai.” Mistomah - ‫ מסתמא‬Most likely;
Gradeh - ‫גראדע‬ַ As a matter of fact; “Mistomah if I buy two bowls of chulent Touring
“Gradeh, the guy who took my davening ill get a better price.”
jacket is the guy who’s always giving Mudneh - ‫ מודנע‬Strange “That guy
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Heimish - ‫ היימיש‬Homely feeling “The mudneh toupee”
restaurant was so heimish, I mamesh Nish a hin nisht a hehr - ‫נישט א הין נישט א הער‬
thought my grandmother was going to neither here nor there “Hey, Why is that Yellow
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Brisker dancing on top of that van? “He’s belt, freshly pressed pants pointy shoes”
probably nisht a hin nisht aher” Svorah - ‫ סברא‬reasoning, “the svorah
Ois gehalten - ‫לטען‬
ֶ ‫הא‬ַ ‫גע‬-‫אויס‬
ֶ trustworthy, the rebbe said in shiur cleared up the
esteemed“ whole sugyah.”
Ois-mentch - ‫אויס מענטש‬, Lost his mind Takeh - ‫טאקע‬
ַ In actuality; “I know it
“After trying to marry off his seventh sounds funny but the cholent is takeh
daughter he’s takkeh Ois-mentch.” more geshmak on Tuesday.”
Oy’chet - ‫אויכעט‬
ֶ Also “Can you ask your Teef - ‫ טיף‬deep. “His vort was so teef
host if I can come oy’chet.” that he didn’t even understand it.”
Poshut - ‫ פשוט‬Simple; “It’s so poshut Too oif - ‫ טו אויף‬to accomplish
even I understood it.” “How does he think he’s
Punkt - ‫ פונקט‬Exactly; “That’s not gonna Too-oif anything
punkt what I’m saying, but you this year if he came to
got the gist of it.” Israel with an ipod.”
S’felt - ‫ס'פעלט‬ Tut-zich - ‫זיך‬-‫ טוט‬doing,

ֶ it lacks “The belt
is very nice uber s’felt a Ferragamo Sometimes used in a
emblem.” greeting as in Vos Tutzich
(what’s doing?) or as a
S’pas’nisht - ‫ס'פאס‬ noun (doer) “Leiby is
‫נישט‬ it is not such a tut-zich he has
appropriate “S’past’nisht an Ipod, Blackberry and
for a guy as chashuv as me to a Beeper on his belt.”
learn in that yeshiva.”
Uber - ‫ אובער‬but,
Shpitz - ‫ שפיץ‬Top of the line, Sharp; however: “I want to learn
“The Rov always buys a shpitz esrog.” uber my chavrusah’s still
Shprach - ‫שפראך‬
ַ Mode of speech; “Our Shlufin’”
math teacher could never understand Vosertzich - -‫וואס‬
us cause he didn’t farshtey ‫זיך‬-‫הערט‬ what is
yeshivishe shprach.” going on? As a greeting “Hey,
Fun & Shtam - ‫ שטאם‬Originate Vosertzich” “not much,
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Question “Where are you from?” vosertzich mit du”
Answer “Ich ( I ) Shtam from… Brooklyn.” Vosisneiyes – ‫ ואס איז נייעס‬what’s
Shtark - ‫ שטארק‬Solid, “Yeshivish people new. Usually used as a greeting or to
never say shtark.” Ever since I started continue a conversation
wearing my white shirt and black pants I Wah’you - short for “where are you…?”
became so shtark” “Wah’you learning this coming zman”
Shteig - ‫ שטײַג‬To work your way up; “Ever Yenem - ‫ יענעם‬the other guy “Yenem is
since he joined the Vaad Chizuk he really making a feste Shoolem Zoocher this
started to shteig.” Shabbos”
Shtel - ‫ שטעל‬give out “He made a Zicher - ‫ זיכער‬for sure “I’m zicher going
geshmake Shulem Zucher but he didn’t to Lakewood next zman so I could be
shtel any Fiddich.” out of the freezer by Succos
Shtoltz - ‫ שטולץ‬proud, pride “A Ferragamo
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Test Your Basic Jewish Knowledge Settling-in
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1. When do we layn each of the five Megilas?

2. Name the seven species that Eretz Yisroel is known for?
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3. Name five Jewish Kings?
4. Name four of the fifteen Shoftim?
5. Name the five grains? Getting
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6. Name the Aseres Hadibros?
7. What do the following fast days commemorate
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a. Tzom Gedaliah
b. Asarah B’teves
c. Shiva Asar B’tamuz Maximizing
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d. Yom Kippur
8. Name “The Four Parshios” and when we layn them?
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9. Name the twelve months of the Jewish year in order? Coming
10. List the following rabbis in order in which they lived, The Steipler Gaon,
The Vilna Gaon, Rav Saddya Gaon?
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11. Who established each of the Brachos in Bentching?
12. What was created on each of the seven days of creation?
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13. Name ten of the thirty-nine melachos of Shabbos? year in Israel
14. Name the four people who never sinned?

15. What do Ben Zoma, Rabbi Akiva, Ben Azai, and Elisha Ben Avuyah have in common
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17. Name the 12 Shevatim in order that they were born?
18. Who compiled the Mishnah/Gemara?
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19. Name the Twenty-four books of the Tanach?
20. Name twenty of the sixty Mesechtas in Shas?
21. Who wrote the following Sefarim Touring
a. Mishneh Torah
b. Mesilas Yesharim
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c. Shulchan Aruch Future Holds
d. Pnei Yehoshua
22. What are the seven mitzvos Bnei Noach? Yellow
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Things to do
Shooting Range Water Park

Magnum Shooting Range Kibbutz Chafetz Chaim
4 Yanai (near Mamilla off Shlomo Water Park open during summer months
Hamelech) (08)859-3939
(02)623-3777 (052)662-2577
Jeeping
Shooting Range Har Haruach
Krav Shooting Range Telz Stone
11 Maaseh Choshev Talpiot (02)533-5337
(02)672-2999
Boating
Shooting Range Hertzelia
Caliber 3 (054)226-8411
Professional Anti-Terrorist Training
Gush Etzion Gush Katif Museum
(050)342-2770 5 Shaarei TZedek St.
Jerusalem
Inflatable ride rentals (02)625-5456
Luna-Na
Arrange a carnival in your Yeshiva or Segwayz Tours
Seminary Jerusalem
(03)936-6662 (052)811-9996
(050-594-1786
Fruit Picking
Park Begin Apples,Cherries, Pears and more
Southern Tel-Aviv Ein Zivan, Ramat Hagolan
Information:(03)730-0777 (04)699-3610
Kayaking
Fun & Abu Kayak
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At Park Hayarden
Off of road 888
Hours: 9am-5pm
(04)692-1078
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Life changing Settling-in
Yeshiva and Seminary Tours to Poland and Eastern Europe

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Yeshiva bochurim on Nesivos experience firsthand Hashgacha Pratis in Grodno
cemetery
When the Nesivos tour group of bochurim arrived at the kever of Rav Shimon Schkop in Grodno
just before sunset and saw a chassid pull up with a truckload of bones, they weren’t sure who Food Facts
was more surprised to see who – the bochurim or the chassid! That same day the chassid, who is
involved in restoring Jewish cemeteries, stumbled upon a construction crew digging up Jewish
bones from a cemetery and throwing on the side of the road. The chassid rushed to get a truck
and find a place to bury them, but where? And who would help him in the middle of Belarus Getting
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where there wasn’t a Jew in sight? With incredible Hashgacha he brought the truckload of
bones to the Grodno cemetery and “found” the Nesivos bochurim, who were able to provide
the manpower to dig graves, rebury bones with kevura Yisrael, say kaddish, and even use a tallis
donated by one of the fathers on the trip – what Hasgacha and what a zechus! Health
What’s scheduled for this year?

On Nesivos Yeshiva Tour you’ll tour famous pre-war centers of Torah in Lita, Belarus, and
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Poland; Vilna, Kovno, Slobodka, Ponevich, Telz, Kelm, Crakow, Lublin, Lizensk, Warsaw, and Your Year
more! Daven at the kevarim of the Vilna Gaon, R’ Chaim Ozer, and R’ Yitzchak Elchonon Specktor,
Chofetz Chaim, R. Chaim Volohziner and R. Yeruchem Lebovitz, the Rema, the Noam Elimelech
of Lizensk, the Netziv and R’ Chaim Brisker and…. Learn in some of the famous batei medrashim;
Parents
Volohzin, Mir, Radin and Baronovich, Yeshivas Chochmei Lublin and more! Confront the camps Coming
of Auschwitz and Majdanek. Stimulating shiurim on anti-Semitism, haskala, and Churban,
kiddush Hashem, hester panim, and geula.
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Nesivos Yeshiva Tour to Lita, Belarus, and Poland: March 31 – April 8, 2014. Educational staff:
HaRav Meir Wunder, historian on Gedolei Yisrael, HaRav Uri Silver, Rebbe Aderes Hatorah.
Seminary students invited to a wedding in Poland? Around the

year in Israel
That’s what happened when the Legacy Tour to Poland ended up participating in one of the
most memorable chassanah’s in Poland since World War II. The couple, who after living lives as
non-Jews and later discovering their Jewish roots, made a dramatic life-change and became
devoted frum Jews. Over 100 Legacy tour participants had the good fortune to be somayach
chassan and kallah and share in this once in a lifetime moment. This experience is one of Fun &
Recreation
many hashgachah pratis stories that Legacy and Nesivos Seminary Poland Tour groups have
encountered during their travels, and this is why every year sem girls wait for their chance to
take these tours.
Sem Stuff
What’s scheduled for this year?
Legacy Seminary Tour to Poland, April 1 – 8, 2014 geared for students from Sharfman’s, Tomer
Devorah, Midreshet Tehillah, Pninim and more! Educational staff: Mrs. Chana Silver, R’ Avraham
Brussel and R’ Moshe Rosenstein. Touring
Nesivos BY Seminary Tour to Poland, June 2014 at the end of the seminary year for girls from
Bnos Chava, Bnos Sarah, Nachlas, BJJ, Meor Beis Yaakov, BYA, Nachalas, Hadar, Ateres, Seminar,
and more! Educational staff: Reb. Blimie Birnbaum, Bnos Chava, Reb. Esther Elfenbein, Meohr BY
What The
and HaRav Meir Wunder, historian. Future Holds
Find out more about Nesivos Yeshiva & Seminary Tours/Legacy Seminary Tours to Eastern
Europe: In Israel: 054-528-1991 / from the US: 718-407-4447 or email: [email protected]
www.nesivos.com Yellow
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Jewish Tape Trivia
A tribute to some of the greatest producers of Jewish Classics, Abie Rotenberg, Shmuel
Kunda z”l and Torahvision. If you can answer these questions Kol Hakavod. If you can’t or
you have no idea what this section is about Chaval you don’t know what you’re missing.
• When Zaidy Was Young 1-2 (WZWY1) (WZWY2) • Wheres Zaidy? (WZ)
• Marvelous Midos Machine • The Talking Coins (TTC)
(MMM1 -MMM2-MMM3-MMM4)
• The Purim Story (TPS)
1. What does Dizzy find in the glove compartment of

the MMM? (MMM1)
2. What was Zaidy’s name? What was his cousins name?
(WZWY)
3. What is the name of the plant that makes the
anti-invisible spray? (MMM2)
4. Who discovered the fish in the Himmelstiens bath?

(WZWY)
5. Where does Berish the Butcher put his coins and how
many? (TTC)
6. How did Shnooky get back from the past? (MMM3)
7. What was in the yellow bag that Shnooky found on the bus? (MMM4)
8. Who borrowed whose water gun to shoot the hippo back into the water? (MMM1)
9. What did Shnooky put in Dr. Doomstein’s laser gun? (MMM2)

Fun &
Recreation 10. How did Zaidy meet Fiorello La Guardia and what did he call him? (WZWY)
11. What kind of cake where they serving Achashveirosh’s party?(TPS)
12. Why were little boys put in this world according to Mrs. Himmelstien? (WZWY)
13. How they put out the fire in the Pencil Factory? (WZWY)
14. What Shul did Zaidy daven in? (WZWY2)
15. Who offers Nutty a drink and what kind of drink? (TPS)
16. What Yeshiva did Dr Doomstein go to learn in?(MMM2)
17. What does Dr Middos use to contact Shnooky in the past? (MMM3)
18. What does Haman’s family say when he comes home?(TPS)
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19. What was the name of the people who kidnapped President Reagan? (MMM4)
20. How does the Rav prove that Berish was innocent? (TTC) Buying
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21. What do the people say when they bow to Haman?(TPS)
22. What Yeshiva does Zaidy buy a raffle ticket from? (WZ)
Food Facts
23. Who shows Zaidy and Eli around Bangkok ? (WZ)
24. What is the name of the gabbai in the Bangkok Shul? (WZ) Getting
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25. What is the name of the agent who comes to take Esther? (TPS)
26. Which volume of Uncle Moishe was Uncle Moishe working on in MMM4?
Health
27. How old does Shaul say he is?(TPS)
28. How does Shaul prove that Hashem could provide a better meal that
Maximizing
Achashveirosh provided? (TPS) Your Year
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On 3 different Fridays our staff will travel through

Geula Meah Shearim between 11:00am - 1:00pm
and will give out Sem Stuff
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Who Knows 969? Round 2
By: Y.P. Wally
The following game is a list of Jewish, not so commonly used numbers. All the numbers refer
to something Jewish. Some are from tanach and some from yomim tovim etc. the letters
stand for the meanings behind the numbers.
For example “39 = A.M. that are F. on S” (39 = Avos Melachos that are Forbidden on Shabbos)
50 = Y. in a Y. (50 = Years in a Yovel) etc. In order to figure these out you’ll need to think outside
the box. Some are easier than others. If there are any answers you can’t figure out, text us
at (054)STU-DENT or send an email to us at [email protected] and we’ll send
you the answers.
1 100 = S.B. on R.H. 15 400 = S.C with which A.B. the M.H.
2 600 = A of N when he E the T 16 10,000 = S.C. H gave A. to K. the J.
3 24 = B in T 17 26 = M that don’t have a B.G.
4 7.4 = Y in a C of D.Y. 18 6 = C. that J.W. had in each P
5 4 = T we B on Y.K. 19 14 = Y.Y.L. in Y.S.V.
6 70 = Y of G.B. 20 580 = A that Y. sent to E.
7 130 = A of Y at M’s B. 21 8 = G. a K.G.W.
8 7 = U on S 22 180 = D. of A’s P
9 55 = N (48M and 7F) 23 3 = M. that we E. on S.N.
Fun & 10 150 = C in T 24 4 = C. of a G. that R.T.

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11 2 = Z that A paid for a K 25 70 = Y. of L that A. gave to D. H.
12 26 = G from A to M 26 3 = B. in the B’s. D.
13 613 = G of M.R. 27 22 = Y. that Y. was S. from Y.
14 18 = D. that we C.H. in E.Y (21 in C.L.) 28 5 = S. Y. gave B.
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• Make-up
• Electrolysis
• Jewelry
• Gown Rentals
Seminary Stuff
Spending a year in seminary in Israel can be a tremendously rewarding experience. The
growth that you can achieve during this year cannot be matched by any other period in your
life. Friendships built during this year of growth are often friendships that last a lifetime.
Knowing how to take advantage of your time here is something you will find vital to your
Israel Experience.
There are many things that you will need in order to make your seminary year go smoother.
Most of the information is conveniently located throughout this book but there are some
things that girls need that are not as relevant to boys and therefore we have designated this
space to you, “the Seminary Student”
Make-up Waxing / Electrolysis /

Going away for Shabbos? Lost some of your Laser treatment
makeup on a tiyul, Shabbos trip etc… You Many Kollel wives have set up top of the
might have run out of your favortie Lipliner line salons in their homes in order to help
or just feel that you need a new kind blush. It you take care of you cosmetic and hygenic
is important to know that you can purchase needs. Most of them have top of the line
the makeup you recognize at the prices equiptment and you can expect the same
you’re used to here in israel. And you don’t quality and care that you would receive
have to have your mother send it with Aunt back home.
Bessie whose coming to Israel in three weeks
and staying in Ofakim (where’s that?)
Jewelry
It is a very good idea to keep all real jewelry that you are not using constantly, in a school safe.
This applies to all valuables and specifically to jewelry as well. Your school dorm is not the
safest place for your jewelry even if you have a great hiding place. Better be safe than …. On
a lighter note most countries have a specific style and fashion sense. Israel is no exception.
Many students find that there is jewelry that they can get in Israel that fits their style more
than anything they have seen back home. Israel hosts a large selection of jewelry with jewish
themes. Ask around you’ll find that many others have found great jewelry at great prices.
Sem Stuff
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Flatter is your source in Jerusalem for quality American brands.

Choose from a large selection of Hard Tail skirts and tops in 15 colors and tie dyes--including
the new 2” longer pencil skirt.
Like us on Facebook for special seminary prices on 20+ brands including Three Dots, Michael
Stars, Avenue Montaigne. Call or email Lee Ann for gift certificates at 052 3520066 or 212
865 1672 or [email protected] or visit our store at Ben Maimon 37 in Rechavia,
Jerusalem. Credit Cards welcome.
See our ad on the divider page.
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NAIL QUEEN is a luxurious nail salon which offers a one stop shop
for all your beauty needs with professional American-style service
at great prices in the best location right in the center of town!
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We offer Laser Hair Removal with SHR technology by ALMA Lasers. 100% pain-free,
can be done on tanned skin with excellent results at great prices - ONLY THE BEST!
Laser Hair Removal/Dilution for men by a male technician
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(corner of 36 Jaffa St. on the laserhair removal packages.
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Gown Rental
It is what you’ve been waiting for...a simcha back at home. And you want to look perfect.
You want the gown, the style, the color, but you just don’t know where to start. That’s where
Exquisite comes in. Exquisite features stunning gowns in the latest American
styles, all with our exclusive touch unique to every gown.
But that’s only the beginning. We realize that a gown is not just a rental-
it’s an experience. That’s why we work with you until you are sure that
the gown you take is the gown you were searching for. We customize to
your taste-any style, any color, any size, all with an impeccable attention
to detail. And above all, you receive the personal attention that you
deserve. At Exqusite Gown Rental, your satisfaction is our priority, and
that makes all the difference.
The Secret to
Hair-Care in Israel
HAIRCUTS
Let’s face it seminary girls, you are in a new country and you
had to leave your hair stylist behind. Many of you are probably
nervous to get your hair cut in Israel. You may worry, Will they
chop off all my hair? Do they really know what they are doing? How do
I know they are good? Maybe I can just make it through the whole year
without getting a haircut! Two common pitfalls of that mode of thinking:
1. You get so desperate for a haircut that you cave and let your inexperienced
friend cut your hair.
2. You spend a fortune in some hotel salon thinking that the increase in
price means an increase in talent.
Well the good news is, you do not have to fall prey to that mistaken logic.
Believe it or not, there are American-licensed hair professionals living right here in Israel.
Many have set up salons in their homes and offer flexible hours to accommodate your busy
seminary schedule.
HAIR TOOLS
Sem Stuff
Because of the high-wattage that blow-dryers use, you may find it more beneficial to buy
an Israeli blow-dryer for your year in seminary. An American hair straightener can work
with the proper converter, but it often does not work like before. Some straighteners do
not reach a workable temperature, while others can become very hot and easily damage or
even burn your hair. Using a thermal protector and serum on your hair helps protect it while
simultaneously maintaining its bounce and shine. Be very careful when converting these
tools, because if the wattage of your device does not match the converter it is likely to blow.
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• Kvorim
• Central Israel
• Northern Israel
• Southern Israel
• maps
Kvorim
Eretz Yisroel is the burial site of some of the holiest people in our illustrious history. During
your stay here you should set aside some time to visit some of these mekomos hakedoshim..
Most Kvorim can only be gotten to with special tours or with private transportation. Your
Yeshiva/Seminary might take you to some of the more famous ones. Many tours advertise
on signs in the center of the city.Artzeinu Tours arrange trips in English to many of the
mekomos hakedoshim..
Here is a short list of some of the more famous kvorim.
AMUKA
Yonasan ben Uziel - segulah for a shidduch
To Get There: Take the 982 to Tzfat from the Central Bus Station , next take a Taxi to Amuka
- it is about a ten min. drive from Tzfat and you should be able to get a flat rate. A normal price is
approximately 60 N.I.S. for one way and 130 round trip including a 20 minute wait to allow you
time to daven.
TEVERIA
Rambam
Rabbi Akiva
Rabbi Moshe Chaim Luzato
Rochel - Rabbi Akiva’s Wife
Rabbi Meir Ba’al Haness
To Get There: Take the 962 from the Central Bus Station to Teveria. The various kevorim are
scattered throughout the city.
MEIRON
Hillel Hazakein
Rabbi Shimon bar Yochai
Rabbi Yochanan Hasandler
Rabbi Elazar ben R’ Shimon
To Get There: The 982 (see Tsfat) stops at the entrance to Meiron
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Ramban
To Get There: Take the 947 (platform 18) to Haifa.
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CHEVRON
To Get There: Take bus no. 160 from the Central Bus Station
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BEIT LECHEM
Health
Kever Rochel
To Get There: There are special and egged buses. Egged – 163 – starts at the Central Bus
Station and goes down Malchei Yisroel and Meah Shearim. Maximizing
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Hours: Sun.-Wed. 12:30am-10:30pm
Thursday open 24 hours
The Kever closes 3 hours before Shabbos until 1 hour after Shabbos Parents
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Alternatively there is an organization called Mosdos Kever Rochel. As the name implies, they
provide services connected to Kever Rochel. They provide a service where you can call their hotline at
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1-800-800-863 and leave names to have them daven for at Kever Rochel. They also provide a bus for
a minimal fee of 10 Shekel per person round trip. The buses begin their pickups Sun-Thurs 2:45pm
6:45pm 8:45pm from Rechov Panim Meirot in Matterdorf and stop at all Egged bus stops on the
following streets: Sorotzkin, Ezras Torah, Givat Moshe, Shmuel Hanavi, Shivtei Yisroel to the bottom Around the
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of Meah Shearim and then continues directly to Kever Rochel. The bus waits at Kever Rochel for
approximately 30 minutes and returns to Yerushalayim in the opposite route. On Thursday Night
there is an additional bus that begins at 10:45pm and passes by the Dung Gate outside the Kotel Fun &
before going to Kever Rochel. Recreation
During other times of the year

buses are added to allow for
more visitors to the Kever. Sem Stuff
You can call 1-800-800-863

or (02)580-0863 anytime to
find out more information.
www.KeverRachel.com Touring
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Jerusalem touring
Old City Sun.-Thurs: 9-4:30,

Fri. and Jewish holiday eves: 9:30-12:30.
Tzidkiyahus (Zedekiahs) Cave
Combined ticket with Burnt House NIS 19
Zedekiah’s Cave – also known as
($4.75); Herodian Quarter only NIS 15 ($3.75).
Solomon’s Quarries – is a 5-acre (20,000
m2) underground limestone quarry that Photos are Prohibited.
runs the length of five city blocks under
the Muslim Quarter of the Old City of Churva Shul
Jerusalem. It was carved over a period of
This shul in the middle of the Rova Hayahudi
several thousand years and is a remnant
(the Jewish Quarter) was first built in 1700 by
of the biggest quarry in Jerusalem, having
Rav Yehuda Hachasid. It was subsequently
once stretched all the way from Jeremiah’s
destroyed by arabs some twenty years later.
Grotto to the walls of the Old City.
When the Talmidim of the Gr”a came to
The entrance to Zedekiah’s Cave is just Eretz Yisroel in 1864 they rebuilt the shul to
beneath the Old City wall, 150 meters east its former glory. The shul was again reduced
(left) of Shaar Shechem in 1948 by arab hulligans and lay in ruin for
Hours: 9am to 5pm over a half of a century until the rebuilding
Entrance Fee: 10 NIS plans began and the shul was rebuilt and
Visits may be self-guided or part of an rededicated on March 15th 2010. The shul is
organized tour of the Old City. used regularly for learning and tefillah and
visitors are welcome to enter and to learn
inside. A good time to plan a visit is Rosh
The Jerusalem Archaeological Park Chodesh Shacharis. They have a very nice
(The Davidson Center) Davening, whichever Rosh Chodesh/Yom
This is an exhibit of archaeological finds Tov it is. Tourists are requested to stand
inside the area of Har Habayis. With towards the back and may take pictures.
interesting virtual models of what the Beis
Hamikdash looked like (sans the Korbonos).
Ir David - Tours of Biblical Jerusalem
Hours: Sun. - Thurs. 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Follow in the footsteps of the Kings and
Fri. 8:00 a.m. -2:00p.m.
Prophets. Explore the subterranean passa
Entrance fees: Adult 30 NIS Child 16 NIS
geways that aided the city’s conquerors.
Descend to the hidden spring where
Wohl Archaeological Museum kings were crowned and take a flashlight
and Burnt House tour following the water flowing from
Located under Yeshivat Hakotel in the Hezekiah’s Tunnel. Join this captivating
Touring
Jewish Quarter, the Wohl Archaeological and mysterious trek among the ancient
Museum contains remains of Jewish shafts, walls and fortifications in the City of
dwellings from the era of Herod (Hurdus) David, where Jerusalem was born. The tour
the Great (37-4 BC). includes entrance to the innovative three-
The museum is located at: dimensional movie at the City of David!
1 Hakara’im St., Jewish Quarter, Jerusalem, For more information call *6033
Israel * Prior registration for tours is advised as
(02) 628-3448 space is limited.
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Migdal David The Four Sephardic Shuls
The Tower of David Museum is located near These shuls were built in the 16th and 17th
the Jaffa Gate in the Old City of Jerusalem. centuries. They started off as separate shuls
General Information: but where connected with the building Buying
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Tel: (02) 6265333 of the fourth shul (The Emtzai Shul).

24 hour information line:(02) 6265310 The earliest was the Eliyahu Hanavi shul
followed by the Yochanan Ben Zakkai Shul,
Museum Opening Hours: Food Facts
the Istanbuli shul, and finally in the 18th
September - June:
century the Emtzai Shul. In 1967 they were
Sunday to Thursday 10:00-16:00
all restored after heavy damage and looting
Guided tours of the permanent exhibition – (in 1948) in 1967 after the six day war. Getting
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for individuals
Hours: Sun. -Thurs. 9:00a.m.-4:00p.m.
English: Sundays to Thursdays at 11:00 Fri. 9:00a.m. – 1:00p.m.
(in July and August also on Fridays at 11:00) Entrance fees Adult: 10 NIS Child 7 NIS Health
Tours are included in admission fee.

Chain Of Generations Center
Kosel Hamaaravi Maximizing
The Chain of Generations Center will bring Your Year
All the tefillos from all over the world come you on a virtual tour of history of the Jewish
here and go straight up to heaven. Need nation. Through glass sculptures and a light
I say more. Go here as often as you can, and sound show you will be brought back Parents
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providing you can daven with kavanah through history in a tour that will connect
while you’re here. you to your nation’s bygone days in a very
real way.
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The Kotel Tunnels Tours Reservations: 1-599-515-888
During a fascinating tour of the Western
Wall Tunnels – Hidden layers of the Wall are Mount Of Olives Around the
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revealed underground. They tell the story Various walking tours including archeo
of ancient Jerusalem and of generations of logical digs and much more
longing for it.
Call (02)627-5050 for more information Fun &
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(depending on reservations).
Jerusalem Tourist Information Center
Fridays and on the eve of festivals:
7am – 12pm Anything you want to know about touring Sem Stuff
in Jerusalem can be found here.
On Chol Ha’moed the site is open as usual
(with a reservation and payment). Jaffa gate (02)628-0382
Visitation of the site is only through guided Sun-Thus 8am-5pm Fri. 9am-1pm
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tours which must be ordered in advance.
Tours are given in English and in Hebrew. The Temple Institute (Machon Hamikdash)
It is recommended that you book two The Machon Hamikdash is a very educational What The
months in advance. place to visit. Started in 1987 they have Future Holds
To request a tour call the tunnel tours dedicated themselves to bringing to life all
hotline *5958 between 8:30am – 5:00pm the different aspects of the Beis Hamikdash.
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the central role that the Beis Hamikdash is The Old Yishuv Court Museum
supposed to play in our lives and what we The museum is located in the heart of the
can do to prepare for the building of the Jewish Quarter in the Old City of Jerusalem
Third Beis Hamikdash. in a 16th -century building. It displays the
Hours: Sun. -Thurs 9:00 a.m. – 5:00p.m. story of the Jewish community from the
Fri. 9:00-12:00 periods under Ottoman rule, through the
(last entrance 1 hr. before closing) final days of the British Mandate ended
Entrance fee – Adult 25 NIS Child(up to 18) 20 in 1948.
Guided tours also available for a fee. Also on the grounds are the Shuls of the
19 Misgav Ladach Street Arizal and the Ohr Hachaim.
Jewish Quarter, Old City. Hours: Sun – Thurs. 10:00a.m. – 3:00p.m.
Reservations are recommended Fri. 10:00a.m. – 1:00p.m.
Tel: (02) 626-4545 (Old City) Entrance fee – Adults -18 NIS Child -8 NIS
Tel: (02) 624-2566 (International Dept.) Phone: (02) 628-4636
[email protected]
Address: 6 Or Hayim Street Old City,
Jewish Quarter.
Around Jerusalem Knesset

So you think Israeli’s yell a lot. See where
Jerusalem Botanical Gardens all the real yelling happens. Experience a
Knesset session on Monday or Tuesday at
Sun- Thurs: 8:00 am to Sunset 4pm or on Wednesday at 11am. Tours are
Friday: 8:00 am- 2:00 pm given in English on Sundays and Thursdays
Tours take places on Tuesday afternoons at 8:30am 12:00pm and 1:45pm make sure
Entrance: to bring your passport.
Adults 28 shekel - Students: 18 shekel Kiryat Ben Gurion
Information: (02)679-4012 Phone: (02)649-6729
Buses: 17, 19, 31, 32
Wohl Rose Garden
Botanical Gardens Mount Scopus One of the most beautiful rose gardens in
Sun- Thurs: 8:00 am to Sunset the world. Where you can enjoy a pleasant
Friday: 8:00 am- 1:00 pm afternoon experience to foliage of 1000’s of
rosebushes. Opposite the Knesset. Feel free
Entrance: Free
to stop and smell the roses.
Guided tours: (02)588-2596
Touring Eliezer Kaplan St.
Buses: 4a, 19, 23,26,28,46
Bird Observatory
Tourphone A large bird observatory.
*3888 from any phone and receive answers Opened 24/7
and information about tourist services and
Staffed Sun-Thurs 5:00-900
more opened 24/7
Phone: (02)653-7374
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Segways @ Armon Hanetziv map of the zoo. Throughout the year they Settling-in
Built on the southern side of the old city also have shows of different animals and
wall the Armon Hanetziv neighborhood other nature exhibits.
includes various tours including Segway Buses: 33 Bus, from Har Nof, Bayit VeGan,
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promenade overlooking the old city (Mt.Herzl) then take the 26A bus
(gorgeous at night) with picnic areas. Tel: (02)675-0125
Price Between 42-55 shekel per person Food Facts
The promenade is very accessible by public
transportation.
Yad Vashem
For tours call *6033
Yad Vashem leaves a powerful impression on Getting
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your heart and soul. So be prepared mentally
Oter Israel. and emotionally. It is a Holocaust museum
Come see the process of tefillin production that presents the holocaust from a secular
from start to finish. Oter Israel invites you perspective. If you do go be prepare yourself Health
to follow the arduous process of converting It must be noted though that they don’t
raw animal hides into sets of beautiful give much credit to the spiritual heroes of
tefillin. See scribes (sofrim) writing tefillin the holocaust; the ones who kept Shabbos Maximizing
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and mezuzahs and much more. in the worst situations and risked their lives
Cost of tour: free to put on tefilin. The ones who ate kosher
Address: Located at 31 Kanfei Nesharim St. as hard as it may have been or didn’t eat
Parents
For information call: (02)653-5514 their measly bread rations on pesach. There Coming
are hundreds and thousands of stories like
City Tour Bus these and this is really the lesson we have to
incorporate. Just go to any Jewish bookstore About israel
2 hour tour around the city
and see the many Orthodox publications
Begins opposite Central Bus Station out there. We can all learn a lot from these
5 buses daily Sun-Fri 9 am 11 am 1:30 pm giants of our nation who in the darkest of
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3:45 pm 6 pm* times never gave up. So if you go keep these year in Israel
For info call (050)842-2473 ideas in mind.
Special group orders (050)220-2882
Hours: Sun. –Wed. 9:00 – 17:00
Day pass allows you to board and
Thurs. 9:00 – 20:00 Fun &
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disembark at 25 stops around Jerusalem.
Erev Shabbos/Chag 9:00 – 14:00
Including Israel Museum, Supreme Court,
Tel: (02)644-3400
Yad Vashem, Old City Walls, Knesset,
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Biblical zoo
*from April to October only Gush Katif Museum
If you’ve heard about Gush Katif then
Biblical Zoo you probably want to visit this museum. Touring
One of the highlights of Yerushalayim is its Here you will find vestiges of the old yishuv of
famous “Biblical” zoo, also known by its Gush Katif.
official name The Tisch Family Zoological Opening Hours:
What The
Gardens. Aside from the many animals from Sun-Thurs 10:00am-5:00pm Future Holds
all over the world the zoo also has very large Fridays 9:00am-1:00pm
grassy areas for to relax and picnic on. Before Ticket Prices: 20 NIS
you enter the zoo make sure to get a listing Address: 5 Sharei Tzedek St. The Museum
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Central Bus Station Scotland, make a line of specialty beers.
Phone: (02) 625-5456 Tours are available by advance reservation.
The Bible Lands Museum Included in the tour is an interactive
explanation of the brewing process and a
The B.L.M. in Yerushalayim is the only
beer tasting for those at least 18 years of age.
museum dedicated to the history of the
The tours usually run 30-45 minutes and
Chumash. The exhibits can give you a
costs NIS 20 per person for groups of at least
physical picture of some of the lesser known
10 people. For smaller groups, cost is NIS
historical aspects of the chumash. The
200 flat fee. All Lone Tree beers are kosher
history can be advantageous to appreciating
l’mehadrin.
your learning. They have on site a study hall
for more in-depth research. Email: [email protected]
Hours: Sun., Mon., Tues., Thurs. 9:30 - 17:30 Tel: (02)930-9010
Weds. 9:30 - 21:30
Fri. & Erev Yomtov. 9:30 - 14:00 Israel Artours
Museum Admission Rates: Adult - 40 NIS See the Land through the Eyes of an Artist!
Student/New Immigrant - 20 NIS Artours - Sketching Trips to Scenic Sights - a
Phone: (02) 561-1066 program of Artlev Academy - Art School for
Address: Museum Row, across from the Women. Tour and Paint with Sarah Levinson,
Israel Museum. B.A., Fine Art. Day trips and overnight
25 Avraham Granot Street, retreats.
Phone: 052-767-6195.
Deer Land Ranch website: www.israelartours.com
A wildlife reserve with many different
animals and many activities, including rope
park, wall climbing, and one of the longest
zip lines in the world.
Tel: (050)538-8705
Genesis Land
Experience hands on what might have been
like to live in the times of our Forefathers.
Enjoy a Camel ride as well as interactive The Jerusalem Juggling Club
workshops including Parchment Writing, Attention Jugglers! Beginners and profe
Pita Baking, Mosaics, and Pottery ssionals welcome. The Jerusalem Juggling
Yishuv Alon Club is the first for Torah-observant men
Tel: (02)997-4477 and boys in Israel. Meet once a month in the
Touring www.Genesisland.co.il Maalot Dafna area. Juggling Supplies for sale
on site.
Lone Tree Brewery Call Josh Phaff for more info 054-474-8425
or email [email protected]
The Lone Tree Brewery is a microbrewery
located in Gush Etzion, about 15 minutes
south of Jerusalem and 20 minutes from
Beit Shemesh. Established 2010, Lone Tree’s
founders, immigrants from the USA and
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North Settling-in
The Golan and the Galil are full of exciting places to visit (during Bein Hazmanim or with Buying
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your Seminary of course). Aside from the mekomos kedoshim there are lots of places where
you can spend an entire day. From horseback riding to jeeping to hiking and boating you
just have decide where and when. Here is a partial list of places we thought you might be
interested in visiting. Food Facts
ancient shul, a reconstructed home and

GDOT LOOKOUT an olive press. It’s interesting to see how
Getting
This site is an abandoned Syrian army post. people lived back then. Around
The site is also an excellent observation To Get There: Take the 966 (twice a day
point overlooking the Hula Valley leaving platform 21) from the Central Bus
communities. You can see into Syria and Station. Ask the driver where to get off there Health
Lebanon from here. should be a stop right near the park

To Get There: Take the 963 (J.C.B.S.) to Phone: (04) 696-2412
Chatzor and take the 53 bus from the Golan (When you’re finished here you can cross
Maximizing
Your Year
Bus Company from Chatzor HaGelilit to the street to the Golan Heights Winery)
Katzrin which stops at Gedot on the way.
Alternatively, the 966 goes to Katzrin, from Parents
the junction outside Katzrin it’s only a 3 DIALOGUE IN THE DARK Coming
minute ride to Gedot. Also known as the Blind Museum

A sensory experience for those who’ve
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already seen it all.
INTERNATIONAL BIRDWATCHING CENTER
JORDAN VALLEY Get to know the world and other people
without the benefit of your sense of sight.
We know how much all of you enjoy Bird Swap roles with your sight impaired guide
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year in Israel
Watching. So this is just for you. – and discover your other, dormant senses.
Bird-watching and bird-ringing center Hearing, touch, smell and taste – when sight
located on the international axis of bird no longer dominates your senses, how do Fun &
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migration. A range of activities and classes you perceive your environment? You’ll find
are held at the site. your daily routines seem utterly different
To Get There: Kfar Ruppin is along route in the pitch-dark exhibition. Under the care
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90 in the JordanValley the 961 or 966 from of your sight impaired guide, a walk in the
the Central Bus Station will take you to Beit park, the noisy city and a boating excursion
Shean and from there you can take local become real adventures
transportation to Kfar Ruppin The exhibition is open: Touring
Phone: (04) 648-0612 Sunday to Friday 09:00 – 13:00

Cel: Ilana 050-756-5264, Monday to Thursday 16:00-20:00
David: 050-539-5856 Reservations required.
What The
Ticket price: 65 NIS Future Holds
ANCIENT KATZRIN PARK Tours in Hebrew and English

Katzrin is a cute little village from the times Phone: (03) 650-3010
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ROSH HA-NIKRA ments in the no-man’s zone between Israel
In the northwest corner of Israel, on the and Syria. There is an audio information
Israel-Lebanon border, at a point where the center at the site.
Mediterranean Sea meets the cliffs, you To Get There: Take the 963 or 966 to
will find Mitzpe Rosh Hanikra. The white either Kiryat Shemoneh or Katzrin
chalk cliffs offer a spectacular panoramic then take the local 87, 54 and 59 to Merom
view of Haifa Bay, the hills of the Galilee Hagolan (it is near Kibbutz Ein Zivan)
and the Mediterranean. The grottos of Rosh Phone: (04) 6962966
Hanikra were formed by the sea chipping
away portions of the soft chalk rock over
thousands of years. Underground shocks SOUTH JORDAN PARK AND BEIT TSEIDA
produced cracks in the rock, letting in rain South Jordan Park and Beit Tseida is a
and seawater, thus widening and expanding spectacular park, with channels of the
them into many, wonderful shapes. A man- Jordan River traversing it on their way to
made 200 meters long tunnel connects the the Sea of Galilee. Along these channels
grottos. At the site, a cable car will take you are three marked hiking trails that pass by
down the cliff to the grottos, an audiovisual ancient flourmills. You can also find shallow
display tells the story of Rosh Hanikra. pools to splash around. The park has shaded
To Get There: Take the 960 (platform no. picnic areas. Archeological remains abound
19) to Haifa then switch to the 271 (platform in the park from the Canaanite and Israelite
no. 12) to Nahariya. You can take the 20,32, or periods, as well as from the Roman period of
33 to Mitzpe Rosh Hanikra or take a cab from the ancient city of Beit Tseida.
there. Behind the bus station on Lochamei For directions call: (04) 6923422
Hagitot st. is a taxi stand to Rosh Hanikra.
For all you Wine lovers out there here are
Phone: 073-2710100 some wonderful places to visit up north.
Israel Electric Plant DALTON WINERY

Motorized guided tours
The Dalton Winery is set in the beautiful
Entry free
green, mountainous country of the Upper
Reservations (03)567-7777
Galilee, five kilometres from the Lebanese
Israel-electric.co.il
border, overlooking the Hermon Mountain.
The Winery was established in 1995 when the
HAR HERMON
Haruni family from England came to settle
Har Hermon is Israel’s highest mountain at in Israel. Initially the winery was situated
2,814 meters. One can ride a cable car up the in makeshift premises in Moshav Kerem
mountain, race down in extreme sleds or Ben Zimra and produced some 20,000
just play in the snow. bottles, but now it occupies its own home
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Phone: 1-599-550-560 overlooking the Hula Valley and currently
makes about 800,000 bottles annually.
For transportation info call: 077-4415502
The winery offers guided tours followed by
tastings, at a cost of NIS15 per person.
KUNETRA OBSERVATION POINT
The winery is open for visits every day
Kunetra is an observation point from which
(except for Shabbos and Festivals) between
one can see the abandoned Syrian settle
10:00-16:00; last tour is at 16:00, and on
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Fridays 10:00-13:00, last tour is at 13:00. The waterfalls formed by the Bazelet River, the Settling-in
tour and a tasting take around 45 mins. northern tributary of the Daliyot River. The
To Get There: There is no public trans path crosses over the rivers and affords a
portation there and the options we have to lovely view of the waterfalls.
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offer will only get you there after closing Entrance fee: Stuff
time. So if you are in the Tzfat area then you Adult: NIS 27; child: NIS 14
can call for directions. It is located aprox. 30 Group rate:
min. north of Tzfat on road 886. Adult: NIS 22; child: NIS 13 Food Facts
Phone: (04) 698 7683 (ext 3) To Get There: Again there is no public
transportation directly there so this is what
tyou have to do: Take the 966 to Daliyot Getting
GOLAN HEIGHTS WINERY Around
junction (like to Katzrin) go north on the
Located in the Industrial Area of Katzrin (2 869 for 2km turn off when you see the
km from the town center). posted sign.
Health
For a small fee, individuals or groups can Phone: (04) 6822282/3
take part in an enjoyable tour of the winery.
The tour includes an informative intro YEHUDIA NATURE RESERVE Maximizing
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duction, short video, a visit to the oak barrel
The 16,500-acre Yehudiya Forest Nature
cellar, viewing of the bottling line (when in
Reserve is located in the heart of the Golan
operation) and of course - wine tasting.
Heights. The reserve is shaped like an Parents
Opening days: outstretched hand: the palm is Beit Zaida Coming
Sunday-Friday Valley, and each finger represents a river
The last tour takes place one hour with rushing water and waterfalls. The
before closing. reserve is 400 meters above sea level at its About israel
Advanced booking is requested. acme and gently slopes down its lowest
To Get There: It is located near Katzrin. point, 100 meters below sea level.
Around the
Take the 966 from the Central Bus Station Color-coded hiking trails run along most of year in Israel
to the Ancient Katzrin Park the rivers. Trails span the gamut from easy
Phone: (04) 6968409, (04) 6968435 paths for the entire family to challenging
routes which involve going down Fun &
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ladders or rappelling. Those intending to
GAMLA NATURE RESERVE rappel should engage the services of a
The landscape of Gamla Nature Reserve professional guide, certified for this type
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contains a lot of animals and many well- of activity.
preserved remnants of the past. The reserve Hours:
boasts both a phenomenal concentration of April-September: 8:00-17:00
birds of prey, some of them rare, living in a October-March: 8:00-16:00
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relatively small area, and the earliest known Entrance fee:
shul in the world. Another observation Adult: NIS 21; youth: NIS 9
terrace overlooks the 50-meter Gamla Fall,
Group rate (over 30 people):
the highest perennial waterfall in Israel. The What The
Adult: NIS 18; Youth: NIS 8. Future Holds
trails through the Gamla Nature Reserve are
well marked. Some are suitable for the entire The entrance fee to the Meshushim Nature
family and others only for good hikers. One Reserve is the same as the entrance fee to
of the trails passes through the canyon and the Yehudiya Nature Reserve. Yellow
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Discounts may be available; inquire at the To Get There: Take the 963 from the
reserve. Overnight camping: NIS 40 per J.C.B.S. to Kiryat Shemona and take bus 58
adult; NIS 30 per youth to the Tzomet Shi’on stop by the falls.
To Get There: Sorry no public trans Phone: (04) 6902577
portation. (Katzrin)
The Yehudiya Forest Reserve is 7 kilometers GOLAN ARCHAEOLOGICAL MUSEUM
east of the Yehudiya junction on Route
From Early History to Gamla this little
87 (Yehudiya-Hoshaya) in the direction of
museum exhibits the history of the Golan
Katzrin. The reserve is about 5.5 kilometers
Heights. A audio-visual show in several
south of Katzrin.
languages explains the stoty of Gamla.
Phone: (04) 6962817
Opening hours:
Sunday - Thursday: 0900 -1600
JORDAN RIVER PARK (PARK HAYARDEN)
Friday and Festival eves: 0900 - 1330
A large park that straddles the banks of
To Get There: Take the 966 from the
the Jordan River and its tributaries as
Central Bus Station (platform 21) to
it emerges from the Jordan River ravine
Katzrin. The museum is located in Katzrin.
and flows into the Sea of Galilee. The
park includes the remains of mills that Phone:(04) 696-9636
used to operate at the site and a series of
LEARNING VACATION CENTER, AVNEI EITAN
pathways, bridges, and picnic areas that
lead visitors along the many branches of Visitors come and observe the workings of
the Jordan. a real farm with horses, sheep, goats, cattle,
chickens and more.
To Get There: Sorry no public trans
Summer Hours:
portation. If you are coming from the
Sun.-Thurs. 8:00 to 19:00
south you must go around the Kineret
Fri. and pre-holidays 8:00 to 16:00
either using the 87 or 92 until the 888 and
Winter Hours:
go north for 2km until the entrance of the
Sun.-Thurs. 8:00 to 17:00
park.
Fri. and pre-holidays 8:00 to 16:00
Phone: (04) 6923422 For information and reservations:
To Get There: To get to Avnei Eitan take

Banias - Hermon Nature Reserve
the 966 (platform 21) from the Central Bus
The largest waterfall in Israel and the Station
remains of an ancient city Phone: (04) 6762406 054-3191329
Admission fees:
Main Entrance: Individual: MITZPE Hashalom LOOKOUT POINT
Adults NIS 23, Children NIS 12 The Mitzpe laShalom Lookout Point is the
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most beautiful in the southern Golan with
Groups: Adults NIS 19, Children NIS 11
a view including the peaks of Mt. Hermon,
Waterfall: the Galilee Mountains, Tzefat, Tiberius,
Individual: Adults NIS 23, Children NIS 12 the Jordan Valley, Mt. Tavor, and of course
Groups: Adults NIS 19, Children NIS 11 Lake Kinneret spread out before you in its
Combined fee Nimrod+Hermon: entirety. From the lookout plaza go down
Individual: adults NIS 31,children NIS 15 the steps to the nature reserve under the
Groups: Adults NIS 26, Children NIS 14 Haon cliffs and hike.
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To Get There: Take the 966 to Katsrin Settling-in
and take the 10 bus form Katsrin to Mitzpe

Hashalom
Phone: (04) 6761991 Buying
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DEER FOREST
Here amazing animals roam freely - deer,
wild goats, gazelles, antelope and more. Food Facts
Visitors can roam freely through the forest

with them and approach the animals. CHAMMEI TEVERIA
To Get There: Sorry again no direct way The famous hot springs are located at Getting
Around
by bus. To get to the deer forest, take route Derech Hamerchatza’ot Tiberias
99 east from Kiryat Shemona. At Mas’ada, Separated Hours in the afternoon.
turn south on route 9799, until you reach To Get There: Take the 961 from the Health
Odem. Central Bus Station (platform no. 21). Ask the
Phone: 050-522 9450 050-872 3920 bus driver to stop at Chamei Teveria. Also
across the street is R’ Meir Baal Haneis Maximizing
NIMROD RANCH - KIBBUTZ KFAR GILADI Your Year
Phone: (04) 672-8500
In Kibbutz Kfar Giladi, amidst natural green
groves, fresh water streams and a splendid KINNERET BOATING
view of the Hermon Mountain, lies Nimrod Parents
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Ranch. The ranch offers a variety of outdoor Motor Boating and paddle boating.
activities for families and groups. On the Opening Hours:
Ranch -Jeep tours-Horsback riding trails- Men: Sun-Fri 9am - 7:30pm About israel
Pony rides- Ranger tracks or until sunset if earlier
To Get There: Take the 963 from the To Get There: Take the 961 to Teveria (see
Central Bus Station (platform no. 20) to above) this is located at the north exit of the Around the
Kiryat Shemoneh then take the 23 or 24 to city across from the Mercure hotel. year in Israel
Kfar Giladi. Phone: 050-655-5291

Directions: Nimrod Ranch Kibbutz Kfar Giladi,
off route 90 between Kiryat Shmona Fun &
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and Metula
Phone: 050-2001-201
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CHAN EL-AL
Here you can enjoy an array of fun activities- Pinskei Tshuvos
Hiking, jeeping, wall climbing, etc. How does a mashgiach defend
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Avne Eitan , Golan heights himself?
Contact Name: Avner Mashal Arts
To Get There: This too is located in Avnei Whats a birds favorite mitzvah? What The
Eitan (take the 966 from the Central Bus
Pidgeon Shvuyim Future Holds
Station)
Phone: (04) 6762569 (04) 676-2216
050-5204331
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BEREISHIT APPLE PACKING PLANT
If you thought you couldn’t get enough out
of the Golan here is the tour stopper. You
might be surprised to see what goes into
getting that apple into your hand. This is one
of the biggest apple plants in Israel. You can
find Bereishit apples at many of your local
supermarkets.
To Get There: The plant is located near OTZAR HASTAM
Katzin. To get to Katzrin take the 966 from
If you are interested in seeing how Torah,
the Central Bus Station (call for more precise
Tefillin, and Mezuzos are written and you
directions)
are in the north you can take a tour at Otzar
Hours: Sun-Thurs 8:30 – 3:30
HaStam.
Phone: (04) 696-1988 ext 5
To Get There: Take the 982 (see Kvorim:
Tzfat)
Connecting Heaven and Earth
Address: 62 Hagidud Hashlishi St., Tzfat
in Beit El
Phone: (04) 691-2000
MANARA CLIFF
If you haven’t eaten lunch yet you can go
visit Manara Cliff. Over there you will find the
longest cable car in Israel (like there are so
many to compare to). They also have a variety
of other activities that include mountains
Visit Beit El, where Yaacov Avinu dreamt (mountain slides, rappelling, zip line).
of angels ascending and descending a To Get There: Take the 963 (platform no.
ladder to the heavens, and where Hashem 20) to Kiryat Shemona. Manara Cliff is
promised the Land to both Avraham and located at the southern entrance to the city.
Yaacov. You can request from the bus driver to get
off there.
Modern Beit El is a thriving community
with over a thousand families. Tours of Beit Phone: (04) 690-5830
El include Jacob’s Rock, the Promised Land
Observation Tower, Hashmonean burial KOL SHOFAR
caves, and a unique Olive Oil Factory Cave. Located in Givat Yoav in Ramat Hagolan
The Beit El Tefillin Factory also offers tours. Kol Shofar is a shofar making factory. It has
Beit El boasts the Havat Efraiim Animal been around for three generations. Visitors
Corner, the Arutz 7 Internet Radio Studios, a receive a thorough explanation of the
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boutique winery, and the Reishite HaAretz manufacturing process including laws and
Farm with workshops specializing in different types of horns used. Call to arrange
Mitzvot Teluyot BaAretz. a tour.
Call Judy Simon to schedule a tour at: To Get There: Take the 966 from the
054-666-8257 or visit: C.B.S. (platform no. 21) to Givat Yoav
www.bet-el.muni.il/tour_english.asp .
Phone: (04) 676-3307
Cell: 050-373-2459
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South Settling-in
The southern half of the country is not as exciting as the northern, simply because most of
it is covered in sand and is not very arable. This coupled with the fact that there are a few Buying
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army bases, secret and not-so-secret, makes much of the area off limits for tourists. So
unless you like sand or being chased by the IDF there’s not much to do. Here’s a short list
of places to visit;
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THE AIR FORCE MUSEUM Central Bus Station (Platform no. 5) get off
Getting
Opening hours: at Masada Around
Sun-Thurs 8:00am to 5:00pm Phone: (08) 9959333
Fridays and holiday eves 8:00am to 1:00pm
Tours are given in Hebrew, English, French EIN GEDI NATURE RESERVE Health
and other languages

Lots of hikes and water.
Entrance fee:
Central Bus Station (platform no. 10) to Be’er Maximizing
Adult: NIS 27; child: NIS 14 Your Year
Sheva. Then take the local bus 31. Ask the
bus driver to let you off at the Museum. Group (over 30 people):
Adult: NIS 22: child NIS 13
For details and reservations, contact;
Parents
Phone: (08) 990-6853/5 Entrance fee to the Arugot Stream is the Coming
same as to the David Stream.
CACTUS FARM Entrance fee to synagogue only:
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On the farm one can see over 1000 different
Group (over 30 people):
varieties of desert plants. In the spring
Adult: NIS 13: child NIS 6
and fall the plants are in bloom and are an
amazing sight to the eye. The farm is open To Get There: Take the 486 from the Around the
year in Israel
to the public and there are guided tours Central Bus Station (platform no. 5) or from
available in 3 languages, English, Russian Bar Ilan Intersection
and Hebrew. Phone: (08) 658-4285 Fun &
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Central Bus Station (platform no. 11) to MISHKAN HATCHEILES
Ashkelon then take the 379 to Eshkol
Ever wondered how they make a Tallis? If so, Sem Stuff
Regional Center then from there you take
you can visit Mishkan Hatcheiles. one of the
the 11a to Talmei Yosef
biggest Tallis factories in Israel.
Phone: 050-754-9648
To Get There: Take the 470 or 446 from
ther Central Bus Station (platform no. 10) to Touring
LIGHT AND SOUND SHOW AT MASSADA
Be’er Sheva.
(METSADA)
Address: 8 Halotzer St., Emek Sara, Beer
Light and Sound Show at the foot of Massada
Sheva What The
(Metsada) National Park, presenting the way Future Holds
of life at the site and the battle that took To arrange a tour
place there about 1,900 years ago. Available Phone: 050-6955586 (08)627-4161
in English. Yellow
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Spend some time in… Tzfat
To Get There: Take the 982, it can be picked up by Shmuel Hannavi and Bar-Ilan , along Bar-
Ilan, and at the Central Bus Station
Things to do
• Artists colony in Tzfat • Glass Blowing Exhibit
• Old City of Tzfat Sheva Chaya Gallery, 7 Tet-Vav Street
058-714-7640
• Tzfat Winery
• Tzfat Gallery of Mystical Art
• Kabbalah Art Gallery
• Otzar Hastam
• Tzfat Candles Gallery Learn all about the making of Torahs
• Tzfat Cheese Tefillin and Mezuzahs.
Through every stage (04)691-2000
• Arizal’s Mikvah
Ancient Shuls
• Ari Shul (Ashkenazi) • Rav Yitzchok Abuhav Shul
• Ari Shul (Sephardi) • Rav Yosef Caro Shul
Kvorim
• Ari HaKodesh • R Shlomo Alkabetz
• Rav Yosef Karo • Chana and her seven sons
• R Moshe Cordovero • Nachum Ish Gamzu
Places to stay
Hotels
• Metzuda 37 Jerusalem St.(04)697-2666 • Ron Hotel Hativat Yiftach (04)697-2590
Tzfat Tzimmers
• Sugar Suite 22/7 Givat Shoshana • Safed Inn (04)697-1007
(050)447 7177 • Bar Yochai Tzimmers (04)698-7042
• Ari Suites Old city Tzfat (050)415-6810 • Achuzat Karo Old City Tzfat (052)714-9134
• Montal Tzimmer (04)67-0864
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Tzfat Taxis
• Taxi Ari: 04 699 9994 or 1800 399 994 • Taxi Tamir: 04 697 2111
• Taxi HaMavrich: 1 800 32 50 50 or 057 725 4433
or 04 697 4222 • Ha’ari 1800-330-808
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RABBINUT OF TZFAT Tel: 04-697-2438 Rabbi Bistritzki,
Chief Rabbi of Tzfat.
Art Café 90 Jerusalem St.
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Tel: 04-682-0928. Mehadrin Rabbi Bistritzki Stuff
Cafe Bagdad 61 Jerusalem Street

Tel: 04-6974065 Mehadrin Rabbi Bistritzki
Food Facts
Etz HaChaim Restaurant 2, Kikar HaMaginim
Tel: 0506-839-110 Mehadrin Rabbi Bistritzki
Falafel Trito 54, Jerusalem Street
Getting
Tel: 04-692-1490 Mehadrin Rabbi Bistritzki Around
Fricasse Zehavah 26, Jerusalem Street

HaLafa Shel Rafi 88 Jerusalem Street Health

HaShefah 23 Jerusalem Street
Tel: 04-692-0184 Mehadrin Rabbi Bistritzki Maximizing
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Magic Pizza 59, Jerusalem Street
Tel: 04-682-1441
1-800-300-014 Mehadrin Rabbi Bistritzki Parents
Coming
Mendi’s 29 Jerusalem Street
Tel:052-760-9099 Badatz Eidah Chareidis
Mystic Pizza 45,Ma’ale HaKna’an About israel
Tel: 04-6920675 Mehadrin Rabbi Bistritzki
Pizza Jerusalem 47,Jerusalem Street
Tel: 04-6921217 Mehadrin Rabbi Bistritzki Around the
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Pizza Garden Kenion Shaarai HaYir
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Yam L’yam
Eretz Yisroel is filled with hundreds of

hiking trails over mountainous ranges,
through wadis (streams), and though large
expanses of fields. One of the most famous
hiking trails is known by many as Yam
L’yam. This trail brings its partakers through
some of the most beautiful flora and fauna
Israel has to offer during a 3+ day hike from
the edge of the Mediterranean Sea (The
Yam Hagadol) to the Yam Kinneret (Sea of
Galilee). Although most of you will not have
3 full days to just take off in middle of school, many students take this trek following the Yom
Tov of Succos or Pesach, when most schools have an extended vacation until Rosh Chodesh.
If you expect to experience this exhilarating extreme extended excursion there are some
things you will need to know:
• Shvil Yisroel (the Israel hiking authority) produces maps to help hikers who are hiking
through Israel. You must get the Shvil Yisroel map # 2 which plans out the Yam L’yam
hiking trail. You can buy the map in most sports equipment stores. (ex. The store in the
Tachanah Merkazit, Defense on the corner of King George / Ben-Yehuda) the map costs
approx. 99 shekel. If you will be buying the map or have it and want to lend it out you
can leave us your number and if anyone calls us well play shadchan.-Tizku L’mitzvos)
• At the end of each day you will reach a small town where you can replenish your food
and water supply and where you can set up your tent
• Day 1 (22 km) concludes in Maalot-Tarshisha where there is a mall

• Day 2 (17km uphill) ends in Meiron/Kever Rav Shimon Bar Yochai
• Day 3 (20 km) ends at the Kinneret.
• How to get there: There is no direct bus to the starting point (Naharia-Nachal Ksiv)
the most convenient way to get there is to take the 960 bus from the Jerusalem Central
Bus Station to the Haifa Central bus station and transfer to bus number 271 to Naharia.
At the Naharia Central Bus Station get a cab to Nachal Ksiv (will cost around 40 shekel).
Alternatively you could take the Israel Train to Naharia and take a cab to Nachal Ksiv
from there. To get back take a bus from Tiveria to Jerusalem. (buses 961,962,963)
Touring
• Advice: Arrive the night before, camp out at the beach and begin early in the morning
after a good night sleep.
• For the weak of heart: if you feel you cannot complete the entire 3 day journey
you can leave at the end of any day or meet your friends at one of the end-of-day
destinations.
• Very Important to make sure to have at least one fully charged cellphone at all times.
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• Warning: You should not attempt the hike after a very rainy winter as the trail has Settling-in
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• Warning: Dehydration on the hike is very common. You should eat salty foods (to help
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Yam L’yam Packing List
Mandatory • Tefillin Food Facts
• BackPack (60 liter size) • Eating Utensils

• Sleeping Bag / Sleeping mat • Tissues / wipes Getting
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• Sneakers / Hiking Shoes / Boots • Money

• Map of the trail • Food Health
• Sunscreen • Granola bars, Nuts, Peanut butter,

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• Baseball cap/hat Bread / pitas Maximizing
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• Flashlight (head lamp) • One days worth of water approx. 6
• Spare batteries liters (camelback)
Parents
• Vaseline / Goldbond • Clothing for a 3 day hike (don’t take Coming
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• First Aid Kit
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• Water shoes • Camera (fully charged) charger
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I want to….
Go Riding Go Bowling Go on a Mountain

Horseback Canada Center Rappelling
North Bowling Tel:(050)655-5021
Horseback riding Metula
Near Kibbutz Lavi (04)695-0370 Rappelling
Tel:( 054)670-9704 Tel:(052)230-0306
Talpiot Bowling
Bikes 17 Hauman St. Jerusalem
Rental and Trail T: (02)678-2000 Play in Water
Tel: (050)655-5021
Kayaking
Abu Kayak
Segways Skating At Park Hayarden
Jerusalem
Canada Center Off of road 888
tel: (052)811-9996
Ice Skating Hours: 9am-5pm
Metula (04)692-1078
Jeeping / A.T.V.ing
(04)695-0370
Har Haruach
Jeeping, Water Skiing,
Telzstone
Banana Boat Rides,
Tel: (02)533-5337
Shoot Stuff Horse Back Riding
Bus 189 from Jerusalem
Chalom Olami
Paintball
(050)822-9400
Jeeping and Biking Kfar Saba (Beit Berl)
T:(052)286-1255 Call * (*95546325)
Water Park
Beer Sheva Kibbutz Chafetz Chaim
Jeeping
08-6597188 Water Park open during
Mitzpeh Rimon
summer months
T: (052)720-4540
(08)859-3939
A.T.V.Ing Shooting Ranges
Boating
TelzStone Magnum Shooting Range
Hertzelia
(054)767-7634 4 Yanai (near Mamilla off
(054)226-8411
Shlomo Hamelech)
Jeeping (02)623-3777 (052)662-2577
Galil Jeeping
(054)534-2491 Krav Shooting Range See a Museum
11 Maaseh Choshev Talpiot (Be warned that musuems
Jeeping (02)672-2999 are not known for their strict
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Tzfat/Teveria adverence to halacha or torah
(052)558-4668 Caliber 3 hashkafah)
Professional Anti-Terrorist
Airplane Training Jerusalem
Fly an Airplane Gush Etzion Gush Katif Museum
Tel: (054)747-4226 (050)342-2770 5 Shaarei TZedek St.
Jerusalem
(02)625-5456
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Bible Lands Museum Childrens Museum / Get Away With Buying

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25 Granot St., Museum Blind Museum Friends
Row, Jerusalem (must book in advance)
Bus and Van Rentals
Near the Knesset and Peres Park, Cholon
(050)413-0131 Food Facts
across from the Shrine (03)650-3000
of the Book Childrensmuseum.org.il
Bircas Haderech
Buses 9, 17, 24
From 14-55 seaters
(02)561-1066 Mini Israel Getting
(050)671-7841 Around
See everything in Israel…
Herzl Museum mini
Yad Vashem 10 am -5 pm Places to Stay
Har Hazikaron right 1-700-559-559 North/Galil Health
near Har Herzl Armonot Esther

Last stop on the light rail On religious Yishuv Chazon
See a Factory
(02)644-3802 (052)361-5974 Maximizing
Osem Factory (Cholon) Your Year
Israel Museum – Dead 9am -5 pm Kibbutz Chofetz Chaim

Sea Scrolls 1-700-70-76-76 Kafri Hotel
9:30-5:30 (08)859-3806 Parents
(02)670-8811 Coca Cola (Bene Brak) Coming
9am-6pm Kinneret
Davidson Center (03)671-2226 Kinar Hotel
Jerusalem (Must book in advance) On the eastern edge of the About israel
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(Near the Kotel) from Bar lan (04)673-8822
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Fruit Picking Galil

Kotel Tunnel Tours Apples,Cherries, Pears (04)673-8822
From 7am and more Fun &
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*5958 Ein Zivan, Ramat Hagolan Sulam Yaakov
(books in advance) (04)699-3610 Near Meiron
(054)227-3670
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Biblical Museum
Arrange an Activity
of Natural History Harel Tzimmers
5 Rechov Hatzaba in My School Near Meiron
Beit Shemesh Carnival (052)859-3700
(073)213-1662 Inflatable ride rentals Touring
(book in advance) Luna-Na

(03)936-6662
Bloomfield Science (050)594-1786
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Rechov Hamuseum
10 am-6 pm
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• Yeshivas in America
• Post Seminary Seminaries
• SCHOLARSHIPS AND FUNDING
AFTER ISRAEL PROGRAMS
YESHIVAS / PROGRAMS IN CHUTZ LAARETZ
California Conneticut
Yeshivat YESHIVA GEDOLA YESHIVA GEDOLA ATERES
Torah Lishma OF BRIDGEPORT SHMUEL OF WATERBURY
Rav Simcha Bunim Berger Rav Ahron Kaufman
8843 Alcott St. #9
85 Arlington Street 32 Hillside Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90035
Bridgeport, CT 06606 Waterbury, CT 06710-2217
Phone: (310)927-8618
[email protected] Phone: (203)330-9200
Phone: (203) 573-0266
www.torahlishma.org Fax: (203)330-4564
http://waterburyyeshiva.org/
[email protected]
COLORADO FLORIDA GEORGIA

YESHIVA TORAS CHAIM YESHIVA V’KOLLEL YESHIVA
(DENVER) BEIS MOSHE CHAIM OHR YISRAEL
Rav Yisroel Meir Kagan and (ATLANTA)
Rav Yochanan Zweig
Rav Yitzchok Wasserman Rav Mayer Neuberger
4000 Alton Road
1555 Stuart Ave Miami Beach, FL 33140 1458 Holly Lane Northeast
Denver, Colorado Atlanta, GA 30329
Phone: (305) 534-7050
Phone: (303)629-8200 Phone: (404) 320-1444
[email protected]
www.ohryisrael.org
Fax: (305) 534-8444
ILLINOIS INDIANA MARYLAND

HEBREW THEOLOGICAL
COLLEGE BEIS MEDRASH RAV NAFTALI RIFF YESHIVA NER YISROEL
Rav Yisrael Gettinger (BALTIMORE, MD)
LETORAH (SKOKIE YESHIVA)
Rav Avraham Friedman 6510 Hoover Road Rav Aharon Feldman
Hebrew Theological College Indianapolis, IN 46260 400 Mount Wilson Ln
7135 N. Carpenter Road Phone: (317) 253-5253 Baltimore, MD 21208
Skokie, IL 60077 Phone: (410) 484-7200
[email protected]
Phone: (847) 982 – 2500
Fax: (847) 674 – 6381
[email protected]
OHIO NEW YORK - MONSEY
YESHIVA OF GREATER YESHIVA AHAVAS OHR SOMAYACH, MONSEY

WASHINGTON HATORAH Rav Yisroel Rokowsky
(SILVER SPRING) Rav Menachem Weinberg & Rav Yisroel Simcha Schorr
Rav Aharon Lopiansky Tanenbaum Educational Center
Heights Jewish Center
1216 Arcola Avenue 244 Route 306 / P.O. Box 334
What The 14270 Cedar Road
Future Holds Silver Spring, MD 20902 Monsey, New York 10952
Phone: (301) 649-7077 Cleveland, Ohio 44121
Phone: (845) 425-1370
Fax: (301) 649-7053 Phone: (216)965-5355
Fax: (845) 425-8865
[email protected]
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SHAAREI TORAH Yeshivat Tiferet Torah ZICHRON EREZ

The Sephardic Heritage Rav Chaim Zev Levitan
OF ROCKLAND Program Food Facts
10 Golar Drive
Rav Walmark Rav Nissan Hakakian Monsey, New York
91 Carlton Rd 996 Route 202 Phone: (845)368-2753
Suffern, NY 10901 Suffern NY 10901 [email protected] Getting
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Phone: (845) 352 - 3431 Phone: (845)538-4125 for the yeshiva: 054-841-6467
[email protected] or 050-772-4467
Health
BROOKLYN
YESHIVAS RUACH Yeshiva

YESHIVA PEER
HATORAH Derech Hatalmud
HATORAH Maximizing
Rav Menachem Mark RaV Moshe Yitzchok Fisher Your Year
Rav Ezra Rotkin
1450 Ocean Ave Rav Hillel Ely
2913 Ave L. Broooklyn N.Y. 11210 978 East 22 st.
Brooklyn N.Y.11210 Brooklyn NY 11210 Parents
Phone: (718)338-2834 Coming
[email protected]
Phone: (917)863-4396 Phone (917)838-7956
[email protected]
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QUEENS
BEIS MEDRASH L’TALMUD

LANDER COLLEGE FOR MEN CHOFETZ CHAIM YESHIVAS OHR HACHAIM Around the
(KEW GARDENS HILLS, NY) year in Israel
Rav Dovid Harris Rav Doniel Lander
Rav Abba Bronspigel
and Rav Mordechai Kraus
76 Avenue & 147 Street
75-31 150th Street 141-61 71st Avenue
Kew Gardens Hills, NY 11367 Kew Gardens Hills, N.Y. 11367 Fun &
Kew Gardens Hills N.Y. 11367 Recreation
Phone: (718) 820-4884 Phone: (718)268-4700
Phone: (718)544-1764
[email protected]
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MANHATTAN
MESIVTA TIFERES
MADREGAS HAADOM YESHIVA UNIVERSITY
JERUSALEM M.T.J. Touring
Rav Moshe Faskowitz (NEW YORK, NY) Rav Herschel Shachter
69-13 172st. Rav Dovid Feinstein Wilf Campus
Flushing N.Y. 11365 145 E Broadway 2495 Amsterdam Ave
Phone: (718)969-8501 New York, NY, 10002 Suite 501
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Fax: (718)228-5051 Phone: (212)964-2830 New York , NY 10033 Future Holds
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STATEN ISLAND LONG ISLAND
YESHIVA OF FAR ROCKAWAY, YESHIVA GEDOLA

BAIS MEDRASH DERECH AYSON OF THE FIVE TOWNS
NESIVOS HATORAH (FAR ROCKAWAY, NY) Rav Yitzchok Knobel
19 Rupert Ave Rav Yechiel Yitzchok Perr Rav Moshe Zev Katzenstein
Staten Island, NY 10314 802 Hicksville Rd 846 West Broadway
Phone: (718) 370-7583 Woodmere, NY 11598
Far Rockaway, NY 11691 Phone: (516) 295-8900 ext 5
Phone: (718)327-7600 Fax (516) 295-8903
[email protected]
MADRAIGOS YESHIVA GEDOLAH

DRS LEV HATORAH TAL TECHIYA PROGRAM OF WEST HEMPSTEAD
Rav Yisroel Kaminetsky Rav Dov Silver West Hempstead
700 Ibsen Street 936 Broadway N.Y. 11552
Woodmere, NY 11598 Woodmere N.Y. 11598 Phone: (516) 882-3765
Phone: (516) 295-7700 Phone: (516)371-3250
Fax: (516) 295-2929 [email protected]
www.madraigos.org
YESHIVA YESOD SH’OR YOSHUV YESHIVA NISHMAS

YOSEF HATORAH
Rav Naftali Jaeger
Rav Dovid Rhodes Rav Pinchus Weinberger
Sh’or Yoshuv Institute
119 Doughty Blvd. 1 Cedar Lawn Avenue 568 Peninsula Blvd.
Inwood, N.Y. Cedarhurst, NY 11096
Lawrence, NY, 11559
Phone: (574)303-3191 Phone: (646) 820‐3312
Phone: (516) 239-9002 Fax: (516) 239‐2007
[email protected] Fax: (516) 239-9003 [email protected]
CATSKILLS NEW JERSEY - LAKEWOOD TEANECK
BETH MEDRASH GOVOHA YESHIVA GEDOLA

YESHIVA ZICHRON MOSHE (LAKEWOOD) OF TEANECK
OF SOUTH FALLSBURG
Rav Aryeh Malkiel Kotler, 1443 Palisade Avenue
(SOUTH FALLSBURG, NY)
Rav Yeruchem Olshin, Teaneck, NJ
R’ Eli Ber Wachtfogel Rav Dovid Shustal & Phone: (201) 833-5920
84 Laurel Park Road Rav Yisroel Neuman
South Fallsburg, NY 12779 617 6th Street
Phone: 845) 434-5240 Lakewood, NJ 08701-2797
Phone: (732) 363-8815
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Programs In ERETZ YISROEL

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EYAHT Family Institute and Jewel
22 Imrei Bina Counseling Center Ramat Eshkol
Phone: (02) 538-2522 Rechov Beit Yitzchok Phone: (054) 568-7621
Phone: (02) 654-4555 Food Facts
Maalot Israel Machon Tal Malchus / Ohr Chaya

10 Hakablan 7 Beit Hadefus 2 Belilius
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Phone: (02) 654-4555 Phone: (02) 654-7238 Phone: (02) 537-4927 Around
Mesilot Moreshet Nishmat

11/5 Mishkelov Street 1 Beit Yitzchok 26a Berel Locker St. Health
Phone: (02) 654-1268 Phone: (02) 654-4578 Phone: (02) 640-4333
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Post Seminary Seminaries About israel
Programs In Chutz Laaretz

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BINAH BALTIMORE SH’EEFA SEMINARIES MACHON BASYA ROCHEL year in Israel
6214 Pimlico Road 1066 Virginia St. [email protected]

Baltimore, MD 21209 Far Rockaway, NY 11691 Phone: (718) 355-8900
Phone: (410) 764-7712 Phone: 516-6-SHEEFA Rebbetzin Aviva Feiner Fun &
Recreation
[email protected]
MAALOT BALTIMORE OHR NAVA Blitstein Institute for

B’nai Jacob Shaarei Zion 2201 East 23rd Street Women (TI) Sem Stuff
C 6602 Park Heights Avenue of Hebrew Theological

Brooklyn, NY 11229 College
Baltimore, Maryland 21215 [email protected]
Mrs. Ettie Rosenbaum: 2606 West Touhy Avenue Touring
Phone: 718.OHR.NAAVA
Phone: (410) 358-3144 Chicago, IL 60645
(718).647.6228
[email protected] Phone: (773) 973-0241
www.TI.HTC.edu
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Funding the Year
Thanks to NCSY and R’ A.Y. Rubin
Funding your learning in Eretz Yisroel can be costly. Many Yeshivas and Seminaries give
scholarships based on the financial needs of the student applying. However even with the
break you might receive, the cost of spending a year in Yeshiva / Seminary in Israel can be
daunting. It is possible that your tuition has already been handled by your parents or someone
else. If it has not, or you would like to receive assistance trying to learn for another year or
perhaps you have a sibling / relative who will be coming and you think this information could
help them, we have listed various ways which you could receive financial assistance to help
take your mind off the finances and allow you to learn with a clear head.
Note: Not all of the options are available for all students.
IMPORTANT: Most scholarships are inundated with requests by email. Some funds
will only award scholarship money if the request stands out as something worthy.
If you send emails and don’t get responses don’t be surprised. You will need to be
assertive and call or write letters in order to receive funding. If you have a friend who
writes well have him/her help you formulate your request in the best way possible to
make sure you receive funding.
1 Many communities and shuls have funds earmarked for helping students learn in Israel.
Ask around amongst the leaders of the community how you could apply to receive some of
that assistance. Almost all shul rabbis have a “Rabbi’s Discretionary Fund” where they are
allotted certain funds for which they can allocate to their discretion. Ask your Rav, perhaps
your needs will fit his discretion.
2 In most major Jewish communities there are Jewish Federations which offer scholarships
for students who wish to learn is Israel. Some offer needs based scholarships while other offer
scholarships based on merits while some offer both. Contact your local Jewish Federation to
find out if you meet their requirements to receive a scholarship.
3 If you are affiliated with NCSY you could be eligible for a scholarship through National
NSCY as well as your own Regional NCSY. Ask the heads of your NCSY region to find out how
to apply for a scholarship.
4 Speak to the Rebbe or Teacher involved in facilitating students to go to Israel (Israel Advisor).
It is possible that your High school has funds allocated to help students learn in Israel. Perhaps
they have a work-study program to help you attend the institution you would like.
5 The Yeshiva / Seminary that you are (planning on) attending may have scholarships
available for students. It never hurts to ask.
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6 Many Yeshivas and Seminaries are affiliated with a university (ex. Y.U., Touro. H.T.C./TI) in
America. If you are attending an institution that is affiliated, you could be eligible to Federal
(FAFSA) and state grants. Ask your Israel advisor how this works to maximize your scholarship
money, or check out fafsa.ed.gov
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7 MASA is an organization that offers scholarships to students who plan to attend a Yeshiva
or Seminary in Israel. Masa has two types of help. They offer funding for students who apply
to schools who abide by their criteria. Additionally they offer funding based on a student’s
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8 The Alisa Flatow Memorial Fund offers a limited number of scholarships on a merit and
need basis. You will need to apply by mid-February in order to be considered for a scholarship. Food Facts
The fund is not for students already learning in Israel. In order to be considered you will need
to be attending an institution that offers college credits. To find out more see alisafund.org.
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10 Jeff Seidel has a fund that helps students, who come from non-Orthodox backgrounds, pay Health
for their airfare to learn in Israel. You must apply before you fly. jeffseidel.com
11 Oorah, yes the same one as the auction, offers scholarships to students wishing to learn in Maximizing
Israel. Contact Oorah to see if you meet the criteria for their Israel scholarships: www.oorah.org Your Year
12 Rabbi Benzion Klatzko offers scholarships for students wishing to learn in Israel on select
programs. Contact Rabbi Klatzko, at [email protected], to find out if you meet his Parents
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criteria for a scholarship.
13 The Amy Adina Schulman Scholarship Fund- The grant requires a commitment to educate
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others through lectures, programs or other activities upon returning to your home or school
community. You must be willing and able to do this so others will have the opportunity
to learn about and to be inspired to do similar work. Apply at amyadinaschulmanfund.org/
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14 JNF has a “Plant your way to Israel” program. You raise money to help plant trees in Israel
and you receive $18 out of every $36 donation toward your tuition. You’d be surprised how
many people are interested in planting trees in Israel. Ask your grandma, uncle, aunt, cousin, Fun &
Recreation
neighbor, neighbor’s cousin etc. (You get the drift.) to donate a tree in honor of each of their
children etc. Come up with a geshmak sales pitch and you could fund your way to Israel and
help the Israel forests at the same time. You can even start your own personal fund raising
web page at jnf.org/pyw Check it out at support.jnf.org Sem Stuff
15 GoAbroad.com has a list of over 600 scholarships available for students. There may
be a scholarship opportunity available to help fund your trip to Israel. goabroad.com Touring
16 Torah LeTzion offers scholarships to students who are interested in learning and growing
religiously and personally in Israel. torahletzion.org
What The
Future Holds
17 All large companies and wealthy people have foundations for distribution of their charity
funds. Many have scholarship funds for studying and many have funds for overseas studies.
Do some research, make some phone calls, send some emails. Be proactive. If you plan your
request properly you could receive some descent funding “You never know, you never know.” Yellow
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Important Phone Numbers
Police 100
Magen David Adom / Hatzalah 101
Fire 102
Poison Control (04) 854-1900
Exchange Rate 02-373-2000
Information 144
Egged *2800
Weather (03) 560-0600
Terem (02) 509-3333 1-599-520-520
Menashe Sopher (ride to the airport) (02)533-3425
Nesher (ride to the airport) (02) 623-1231 (02) 625-7227
Nesiah Tovah (ride to the airport) (057)311-5579
Electric Company 103
Water company (“gichone”) 2070
Bezeq (phone) 199

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Pages
Airlines Bookstores
Geula Avenue Bookshop
Ben Gurion............................(03) 975-5555
3 Malchei Yisroel...................... (02) 537-4949
Flight Departure and Arrival.(03) 972-3344
Air Canada ............................. (03) 607-2111 Girsa
13 Chofetz Chaim........................(02) 538-1211
Air France............................... (03)755-5050
Alitalia...................................(03)796-0700 Manny’s Ohr Hachaim
American Airlines ................. (03)795-2122 2 Chabakuk............................. (02) 633-7040
British Airway ......................(02)628-8654 ad on page..................................................... 39
British Airway .......................(03)606-1555 Moriah

Brussels ..............................1-700-703-292 40 Misgav Ledach Old City........(02) 628-5267
Continental ........................... (03)511-6700
Mossad Harav Kook
Czech Arlines ......................... (03)516-5115 1 Harav Maimon........................ (02) 652-6231
Delta .................................... (03)513-8000
Next To The Mir
El Al ..............................(03)971-6111 *2250
1 Beis Yisroel............................. (02) 581-1080
El Al ......................................(02)677-0200
Iberia .....................................(03)795-1920 Pomerantz
5 Beeri......................................(02) 623-5559
Israir ......................................(03)795-5777
K.L.M ................................... (03)796-7999 Shanky’s
Malev .................................. (03)975-4274 16 Rechov Petach Tikva............. (02) 538-6936
S. Africa Airways ...................(03)795-1344 Sifrei Meah Shearim
Swiss Air ...............................(03)714-8555 15 Meah Shearim......................(02) 502-2567
Turkish Airlines ......................(03)517-2333
US Airways........................... (03)754-8400
Virgin Atlantic ..................... (03)547-9333
bureaucracy
Israeli Shortcut............ (073)744-3853
ad on Page .............................................. 27
Aliya
Nefesh B’Nefesh............... 02-659-5800 Bus Companies
ad on page...................................................... 81
All Bus Services.........(072)258-8787 / *8787
Egged........................(03) 6948888 / *2800
Alterations Afikim....................................(03) 5252555
Seamstress............................. 054-848-2391
Illit..........................................(02) 5807777
Veolia .............................................. *6686
Apartment Rental
Egged ....................................(08) 6260555
Sanhedria Suite..................... 050-41-SUITE
Israil Railways ........................(03) 6117000
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Jerusalem Light Rail....... (073) 2100601 / *3686
234
Bus Rentals Chiropractors Settling-in
Kinor David Buses....... (054)844-4321 Shemesh Chiropractics......... (054)927-9389

ad on page..................................................... 43
Buying
Stuff
Contact Lenses
Cakes and Cookies
Vista...................................... (02)538-2217
Schreiners....................... (054)842-1412 ad on page..................................................... 94 Food Facts
ad on page..................................................... 43
Dance aerobics fitness Getting

Candy Around
Vikki Kreditor....................... (054)849 9029
Candies R Us................... (052)715-4844
ad on page...................................................... 41
Health
Dentists
Car Rentals Dr. Abramson..................... (02)623-4679
Avis............................... *272 / (03)617-0000 ad on Page ...............................................97
Maximizing
Hertz................1-700-507-555 / (03)684-1000 Dr. Ackerman...................... (052)244-9420 Your Year
ad on Page ...............................................97
Thrifty.....................................(02)500-1800
Budget....................... *2200 / (03)935-0000
Dr. Cheifetz......................... (02)538-6744
Parents
ad on Page ...............................................95 Coming
Sixt.......................................... (03)977-3500
Dr. Chiott..............................(02)583-2273
ad on Page ...............................................95
Cel Phones Dr. Gerlernter................... (02)625-9682 About israel
ad on Page ...............................................96
Rent A Cell....................... (058)548-5974
ad on page..................................................... 121 Dr. Glassman..................... (02)566-9061
Around the
ad on Page ...............................................97 year in Israel
Dr. Weiss..............................(02)643-0952
Clothing ad on Page ...............................................97
Fun &
Designer Basics...................... (054)842-1979 Recreation
Flatter................................ (02)940-0520 Doctors

ad on .............................................Divider page Dr. Ostroy.......................... (02)537-6990 Sem Stuff
ad on Page ...............................................93
The Skirt Rack................ (052)718-0795
ad on page.................................................... 187
Little House Of Shells................ 02-582-4378 Dry Cleaners Touring
Zeesys...................................... 02-537-9825 Oranim..................................... 02-582-2277

Socks r’ Us................................02-582-4993 Hapisgah............................. (02)997-4060 What The
Future Holds
Kosher Casual................. (02)999-1796 ad on Page ............................................... 35
ad on ......................................................Divider Ramat Eshkol Laundry...(02)582-5090
ad on Page ...............................................34
Suits n Skirts.....................(02)502-1838
Yellow
ad on Page .............................................. 187 Pages
235
Education / College Exercise
Blitstein Institute........... (773)973-0241 Life Style............................. 02-538-6222
ad on Page .............................................. 21 ad on page..................................................... 50
Compuskills...................... 02-654-1268
ad on page................................................. 17, 111
Exterminators
Design Alive..................... 078-555-8580
Barak Exterminators................052-376-3879
ad on page........................................ Back cover
ad on page......................................................33
Halichos................................. 054-843-5017
H. T. C. Skokie.................. (847)982-2500
ad on Page ............................................... 13
Extra-Curricular Learning
Aishet / Achim................. 052-761-8796
Jerusalem School
ad on page......................................................23
of Photography......................... 02-307-5575
Artlev Academy Art School...... 052-767-6195
Landers............................(054)202-3980
ad on Page ................................................. 1 Discovery........................ 054-847-6502
ad on page..................................................... 29
Maalot Baltimore.....................410-358-3144
T.T.I..........................................057-314-7092 Glamour Makeup......... (053)316-5237
ad on Page1............................................... 87
Touro America..........................02-651-0090
Y.I.E.P................................... (917)209-8204
ad on Page ............................................... 35 Gifts & TOYS
Head over Heels............ 3 Levush Mordechai
Gedolim Paintings.......... (02)500-2713

beauty salons ad on Page .............................................. 49
Electrolysis by Esti.................... 02-538-7427
Matanel.............................. (02)566-9257
Cherry................................. (02)628-8899 ad on Page .............................................. 115
ad on .................................... Inside Front Cover
Toy Storee...........................(02)581-8122
Electrolysis by Chayale..02-622-1762 ad on Page .............................................. 43
ad on page.................................................... 187
Epilogic............................... 02-651-8879 Government Offices

ad on page.................................................... 189
Bituach Leumi................... Tel: (02)675-5555
In Your Dreams..................... (054)844-2320 4 Shimon Ben Shetach St.
Laser Look ........................02-540-1497 Misrad Hapnim................. Tel: (02)629-0222
ad on page.................................................... 188 1 Shlomtzion Hamalka
Hours: Sunday -Thursday 8 am to 12 pm
Nail Queen Express........ 02-626-4999
ad on page.................................................... 187
Penina’s Clinic.................054-217-0559 Gown Rental

ad on page.....................................................191 Exquisite Gown Rental............... 02-537-7012
Zahava’s Place...........................02-651-3279 Silhouettes..............................054-833-9219
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Hairsyling Harmony..............................Tel:(02)621-9999
Settling-in
Mollie glas Inbal Jerusalem.....................Tel:(02)675-6666
Sheitel Course................ 054-847-4135 (Rabbanut)............................3 Jabotinsky St.,
ad on page.................................................... 187
Jerusalem Gate ...................Tel:(02)500-8500 Buying
Stuff
Shear Beauty..........................054-557-9402 (Mehadrin and OU)................43 Yirmiyahu St
Shoshana Heisel..................... 052-763-6303 Jerusalem Gold .....................Tel:(02)501-3333
Shushu Mayer - Wig Design.......02-651-0323 (Rabbanut)................................. 234 Jaffa Rd. Food Facts
King David .......................... Tel:(02)620-8888

Hospitals (Rabbanut).....................................................
Haddasah Ein Kerem Getting
Ein Kerem....................................(02) 677-7111 King Solomon ......................Tel:(02)569-5555 Around
(Mehadrin).......................... 32 King David St.

Haddasah Har Hatzofim
Legacy Jerusalem................Tel:(02)627-0800
Har Hatzofim.............................. (02) 584-4111 Health
Leonardo Inn........................Tel:(02)655-8888
Misgav Ladach
Chizkiyahu Hamelech 27.............(02) 567-8444 Leonardo Jerusalem...............Tel:(02)533-1234
Maximizing
Your Year
Sha’arei Tzedek Leonardo Plaza.................... Tel:(02)629-8666
Bayit 12, Bayit Vegan..................... (02) 655-5111 (Mehadrin)........................47 King George St.
Terem Emergency Room Lev Yerushalayim.................Tel:(02)530-0333 Parents

Coming
(Mehadrin).........................18 King George St.
Hammem Gimmel 7 .................. (02) 652-1748
Mamilla................................Tel:(02)548-2222
Terem Emergency Room
About israel
Hagedud Haivri 4........................ (02) 561-2139 Montefiore............................. Tel:(02)622-1111
(Mehadrin)
Hotels Mount Zion..........................Tel:(02)568-9555 Around the
A Little House In Bakah....... Tel:(02)673-7944 year in Israel
Novotel...............................Tel:(02) 532-0000
A Little House In Rechavia....Tel:(02)563-3344
(Mehadrin).............................9 St. George St.
(Mehadrin)............................. 20 Ibn Ezra St.
Fun &
American Colony..................Tel:(02)627-9777 Olive Tree .............................Tel:(02)541-0410 Recreation
(Rabbanut)........................... 23 St. George St.
Caesar (Rabbanut)................ Tel:(02)500-5656
208 Jaffa Rd Palatin....................................Tel:(02)623-1141
Sem Stuff
Crowne Plaza....................... Tel:(02)539-0808 Park Jerusalem (Rabbanut)...Tel:(02)658-2222
(Rabbanut)................................... Givat Ram (Rabbanut)....................................2 Vilnay St.
Dan Boutique...................... Tel:(02)568-9999 Touring
Prima Kings...........................Tel:(02)620-1201
31 Derech Hebron
(Mehadrin)........................60 King George St.
Dan Panorama......................Tel:(02)569-5695
Prima Palace............................Tel:(02)531-1811
David Citadel........................... Tel:(02)621-1111 (Agudas Yisroel)..............................2 Pines St. What The
Future Holds
(Rabbanut)............................ 7 King David St.
Prima Royale...........................Tel:(02)560-7111
Eldan..................................... Tel:(02)567-9777
(Rabbanut)...............................24 King David Ramada Jerusalem.............. Tel:(02)659-9999
(Mehadrin)...........Ruppin Bridge / Herzl Blvd. Yellow
Pages
Grand Court...........................Tel:(02)591-7777
(Rabbanut).............................15 St. George St Ramat Rachel.......................Tel:(02)670-2555 237
Regency Jerusalem ...............Tel:(02)533-1234 Music/ Recording Studio
(Rabbanut).....................................32 Lehi St.
Hanagar Studios..........(058)770-2226
Shalom Jerusalem................ Tel:(02)675-2222 ad on ................................................ Divider
(Rabbanut)............................24 Shacharai St.
DR Recording Studios
(for ladies and girls) ............. (058)446-9494
Insurance Little Apple Recording Studio..... 02-500-4274
Egert & Cohen..................02-622-7999 ............................................. (054)943-6343
ad on page...................................................... 91 Music Lessons by Michal........(054)848-0793
Music Lessons by Leba Popack.. (057)311-0804
Jeeping Recording Studio Raphael Biberfeld

............................................. (054)943-6343
Jeep Barama..................... (052)762-5337 ad on page...................................................... 17
ad on page................................................... 205
Ruach Hakodesh Band........... (054)943-6343
Jobs
Chevra.............................. (050)668-1088 Nutritionist
ad on Page ............................................... 13 Chavie Mandelbaum..... (02)581-6080
ad on page............................................... 99
Leather Binding Surele Diet Center.......... (057)311-6110

ad on Page ...............................................99
Ohrthentic........................(02)651-4414
ad on Page ...............................................43
Podiatrists
Lice Checking Dr. Kreditor...................(054)239-2409
ad on page............................................... 101
American Lousebuster........... (054)842-5345
Moskowitz Lice Lady.... (02)537-LICE

ad on page............................................... 98 Post Offices
Central Post Office
Yaffo 23..........................................629-0777
Sun-Thurs: 8-6 / Fri 8-12
Massage Therapy
Agripas
Therapeutic Massage by Raizel.. 054-846-7206
Agripas 42 Mercaz Klal Building....... 624-7553
(for women only)
Sun-Thurs: 8-5 / Fri: closed
Bar Ilan
Money Changer Rabeinu Gershom 40...................... 532-5866
S. M. W. Th. 8-12:30, 3:30-6 / Tues.8-1 Fri:
Access Credit....................02-651-6090 8-12:30
ad on page............................................... 47
City Center
Capital Change...............02 -532-2448 Kikar Safra Iriya Building................629-5952
ad on page............................................... 45 S.-Thurs: 7:30-2:30 / Tues: also 4-6:30
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King George School Supplies / Stationary Settling-in
6 Hapa’amon...............................624-0260
Hours: 8-3 / Fri: 8-12 Stationary Store....................... 02-579-2256
Geula Smiley...................................... 02-991-9374

Buying
Stuff
Dovid 7 Shuk Bucharim.... 581-2450, 537-1194
S. - Th: 8-6 / Fri: 8 -12
Shatnes Checking
Har Nof Bayit Vegan .............................. 02-642-0315 Food Facts
Shaulzon 58................................... 651-5764 Bayit Vegan 61
S.M.W.Th. 8-12:30, 3:30-6 / Tues. 8-1 / Fri. 8-12:30 Hours: Mon, Wed: 8-10pm
Old City-Jewish Quarter Belz Shatnez Lab Getting
Chabad 38..................................... 628-0888 Yitzchak Shollel 4........................... 501-9888 Around
S. M. W. Th. 8-12:30,3:30-6 / Tues.8-1 Fri: 8-12:30 Hours: 3-6 pm

Ramat Eshkol Bigdei Yesha
Health
Paran 7............................................. 581-1521 Chana 5.................................. 1-599-500-667
S. M. T. Th: 9-5 Wed: 9 -2 / Fri: 8 -12 Sun.-Thurs. 11:00 am- 2:00 pm, 8-10 pm
Fri. 10:00 am- 12:00 pm, or by appt.
Beitar
Maximizing
Rabbi Akiva 7................................. 580-6223 Har Nof Rav Yaakov Gurwitz...... 02-654-0928 Your Year
S.,W.: 8:30-1:00, 3-6 / M, T:8:30-3 Hakablan 51........................... Hours: 2-10pm
Th.: 8:30-1 / Fri: 8:30-12
Meah Shearim Lab
Beit Shemesh Meah Shearim 6.............................. 537-1021 Parents
Coming
Hanasi 8......................................... 991-1597 Hours: Sun-Thurs 4-7 pm / Fri. 9 am-12 pm
S,M,T,TH:8-12:30, 3:30-6:00 / Wed: 8-1:30 Fri: 8-12 Mishmeres Nosson Shatnez Lab
4 Sarei Yisroel........ 02-537-3123, 052-633-4417 About israel
Hours: Sun-Thurs 11:30am-7 pm
Printing T-Shirts
Beitar.......................................02-580-8339
B-Good................................. 02-6520745 Mifal Hashas 25/2 H . ours: Sun-Thurs: 2-10 pm Around the
/ Fri: 10 am-2 pm year in Israel
ad on page................................................ 15
Givat Shaul - Margolin.............. 02-654-0255
Azriel 1 ......................... Hours: Mon. evening
Rapid Strep Tests Fun &
Recreation
Sanhedria - Shuv....................... 02-532-6038
Donner Blau 12b 2nd floor
Ganei Geula area................... (054)840-7591 Hours: Tues. 7:30-8:30 pm
Sem Stuff
Restaurants Ramot Gimmel Greenwald....... 02-586-0843
Rosenblatt 7/2............... Hours: Sun. evening
Brunch Bagels....................... 1-700-55-70-60
Touring
Eli’s.........................................(02)581-8312 Shopping
ad on Page........................................... 57-59
My Makolet.......................... (054) 686-1400
Haburganim..................... (02)650-1999 What The
ad on Page ...............................................59 Future Holds
Stockings
La Casa.....................................02-502-3807 Lili Sock Shop...........................02-999-7454
Pinkus Pizza.................. (050) 419-0880 Socks R us................................02-582-4993

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239
Tights................................... (02)586-5815 Translation Services
ad on Page .............................................. 191
Epstein Translation.....(052)717-8725
ad on Page ............................................... 23
Sushi
Viva la sushi..............................02-582-0796 Travel Agents
Global Tours..............................02-5-015-015
Taxis Peak Tours....................... 052-718-4448
Bar Ilan Taxi..................... 02-586-6666 ad on page............................................... 121
ad on page................................................85
Sasi Abramowitz............ 02-537-1606
Zion Siyonov.......................... (052)384-3221 ad on page............................................... 121
Travel Time....................... (02)587-9852

Tefillin Checking ad on Page .............................................. 121
Lishkas Hagaha.........................02-537-9820
Typing Service
Therapy
Malka Nechama Blau
Penina Lynn...................... (052)766-2712 (English and Hebrew) ............. (052)767-7019
ad on ................................................ Divider
Rachel Rose.................... (054)726-8870

ad on Page ............................................. 100 Wine And Liquors
Sara Gold......................... (054)338-2138 Kadesh Wine..................... (02)579-9070
ad on Page ............................................. 100 ad on Page ................................ 42,135,137,139
T.L.C. Holistic..................(052)625-5369 Psagot Winery.................(054)690-1118

ad on Page ...............................................99 ad on ......................................... Inside cover
Tours
Artzeinu Tours.................. 02 587-1718
ad on page................................................ 51
BaruchHabah.com................... (077)4-121-131
Heritage.............................. (02)582-0231
ad on Page ............................................... 87
Nesivos................................(054)528-1991
ad on Page ....................................................75-79
Segways............................................ *6033
Tours of the Belz Shul.............. 057-319-6018
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Buying Stuff...................................................................................... 36-51

Getting Around............................................................................... 68-87

Maximizing Your Year..................................................................102-115

Parents Coming.............................................................................. 116-121

Around the Year in Israel............................................................128-161

Fun & Recreation..........................................................................162-183

Sem Stuff......................................................................................... 184-191

What The Future Holds............................................................. 224-231

Yellow Pages................................................................................. 235-240

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