Family Activities - Fun in Jerusalem

Issue #5, Summer 2015
Fun In Jerusalem
Inspiring Family Fun
Over 30 Incredible
Activities
Museum Exhibits &
Activities For Families
Day Trip Ideas
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Summer Festivals
Summer Family Guide
2015
Dear Friends,
Welcome to Jerusalem, one of the world's most
dynamic and exciting cities.
Jerusalem promises a wide range of experiences and
emotions for people of all ages–from the religious and
spiritual, to the culturally fascinating and entertaining,
to world renowned historic and archeological sites– our
city provides visitors an unforgettable experience.
Jerusalem boasts several state-of-the-art sporting
facilities, first-class hotel accommodations, international
fine cuisine and exciting cultural events year round that
make our city an ideal destination for children and
families.
I wish you an enjoyable and meaningful stay in Jerusalem this summer and hope that you enjoy all that our
extraordinary city has to offer!
Sincerely,
Ni
Nir Bark
Barkat
Mayor of Jerusalem
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Summer Events & Food
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Day Trips from Jerusalem
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By Joanna Shebson
Tikun Olam Tourism is an exciting
90 minute family activity in Jerusalem that involves visitors and
tourists in the packing of food
staples for Israeli families living
below the poverty line. Pantry
Packers, the food distribution arm
of Tzedakah Central/Colel Chabad
finds the right balance between
having fun as a tourist and giving
back to the local community.
hundred thousand households are
in need of assistance.
So how can a tourist help the poverty
situation? Pantry Packers & its visitors
have packed over 1 million food boxes
so far. Come and pack with them.
If you are in Jerusalem to celebrate a
Bar or Bat Mitzva or planning one in
the future, call Pantry Packers to
schedule your special packing event.
This has become a “must do” activity
for all families visiting Jerusalem.
This is what Tikun Olam Tourism is
all about. It is a hands on opportunity
to give charity, pure & simple.
Families are given the opportunity
to pack bags of dry goods. Each
visitor is given gloves, an apron and
a hat and then sent to run a different
station; sifting, bagging, labeling
and packing. The food that is
packaged goes straight to the needy [email protected]
families throughout Israel that live www.pantrypackers.org
below the poverty line. Roughly one Talpiot, Jerusalem
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Encounter the Amazing Animal World Of The Torah!
At the new Biblical Museum of
Natural History in Beit Shemesh,
a fascinating and interactive
guided tour showcases an
amazing array of exhibits –
including hands-on encounters
with live exotic animals! Book
your tour and be inspired!
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3D
MOVIE
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PRODUCTION
WINE CELLAR
MEGEMERIA
YVEL DESIGN CENTER
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Visit the Yvel Design Center for the unique opportunity to tour our factory, experience
Zionism in action at the Megemeria School and Social Business for Ethiopian
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viewing remarkable jewelry from all the Yvel collections.
The Yvel Design Center offers the following experiences:
Enjoy a romantic stroll through a beautiful gardHQÁowing streams and natural Gem stone rock sculptures
Dive into the world of pearls in a unique 3D experience exploring the jewelry making process
Visit the Megemeria School of Jewelry & Art, a philanthropic school dedicated to the Ethiopian immigrants of Israel.
Tour the Yvel showrooms & view the award-winning, treasures from Yvel’s pearl and gemstone collections
Discover your favorite Israeli wines while tasting our extraordinary cellar selections.
YVEL DESIGN CENTER 1 Yechiel Steinberg St. Ramat Moza, Jerusalem
To arrange a visit please call 972-2-6735811 ext. 104 [email protected]
Yvel Boutiques; Miami Design District, Miami FL. USA
Cramim Hotel
Megemeria Boutique, Massada
www.yvel.com
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ZUZU
For reservation and information contact:
02.566.1441 | [email protected]
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By Joanna Shebson
We are always on the look out for a new activity for
families that is unique to Israel. Israeli Combat Experience
is just that - a unique self-defense and combat training
activity customized for families with kids of all ages.
The IDF trained staff will teach you and your family
skills of Krav Maga, self-defense moves and even
combat training using training pistols known as
Airsoft Pistols that replicate real pistols in a safe
environment.
For a really fun experience participants can ride along
with the chief combat instructor in the TomCar
(Israeli built ATV) and learn to defend and patrol
from inside the TomCar.
The Israeli Combat Experience has chosen a very
significant location for its activities. Located on the
hilltop named after the three kidnapped boys Eyal,
Naphtali and Gilad, your family will learn how to
fight back and to give back at the same time. 10% of
all proceeds of the activities goes towards the Oz
V'Gaon Foundation to help continue building up the
site.
So next time you are looking for a challenging, hands
on self defense training exercise contact Israeli
Combat Experience to schedule your custom activity.
www.iceisrael.com
[email protected]
054-286-2727
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Great Family
Activity
Ages 8+
His dream
our reality
The Herzl Museum
The Herzl museum, built by the WZO (World
Zionist Organisation), is located at the
entrance to Mount Herzl in Jerusalem, Israel’s
national memorial mountain.
The Museum presents a fascinating audiovisual show where the visitor can meet the
man who envisioned the future Jewish state
over 100 years ago.
The 60 minute show promises a thoughtprovoking and inspirational insight into the
Jewish nation as seen by Binyamin Zeev
(Theodor) Herzl. The museum highlights the
key historical events, Herzl’s bold ambitions
and his stormy personal journey.
The visit can be conducted in Hebrew,
English, Russian, French, Spanish, German
and Amaharic and is suitable for families.
Entry by prior booking only.
[email protected]
Tel: 972-2-6321515
Fax: 972-2-6430542
Herzl Center
World Zionist Organization
Department for Diaspora Activities
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Featured Listings
FUN
Favorite
FOOD
FOO
Galita Chocolate Workshops
[email protected]
Hands on workshops for families with kids, teens and
adults. Located in Kibbutz Tzuba.
Pat Ba’Melach
[email protected]
Biblical Bread Workshops for families in the new Pat
Ba’Melach Artisan Bakery in Rosh Tzurim, Gush
Etzion
ADVENTURES
Ammunition Hill Ropes Course & Snappling
[email protected]
Rappelling adventures in Jerusalem & a ropes course
with omega zipline in Ammunition Hill.
Jerusalem ATV
[email protected]
ATV Buggy rides in the Jerusalem Hills with
incredible views and stops at local springs.
IDF Base Visit
[email protected]
Visit an army base and meet the soldiers protecting
the State of Israel. You can also host a BBQ for
soldiers or treat them to an ice cream.
Kif Tzuba
[email protected]
Jerusalem’s most popular amusement park for
families. Kiddie roller coaster, bumper boats, go karts
and more. Located in Kibbutz Tzuba.
Shuk Tours & Workshops 02-566-1441
[email protected]
Shuk Tasting Tours & Shuk Cooking Workshops with
local Jerusalem’s chefs.
GAMES
Israel ScaVentures
[email protected]
Old City & Nachlaot Scavenger Hunts, Shuk & Windmill
Dash, Gush Etzion Jeeping Scavenger Hunt, Tzfat Scavenger Hunt
Jerusalem Puzzle Quest
[email protected]
Challenge your family to “Escape The Nazir” at Jerusalem’s
newest Escape Room in Talpiot. Great for ages 10+.
TAKE OUT & CATERING
Nekudat Motsa
[email protected]
Bike rentals and tours of the Park Adullam region
near Beit Shemesh. Historical caves and lookout
points.
Naomi Catering
[email protected]
Naomi Catering has over 20 years of experience catering
Bar/Bat Mitzvas, weddings, Pesach & Shabbat take out
food.
Zuzu Tourism
02-566-1441
[email protected]
Segway Tours, Jerusalem Midnight Biking Tours
ShabbosKodesh
[email protected]
Order your heimish take out food for shabbos and it will be
delivered to your door. Delicious and easy.
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Special Events &
Festivals
For Families!
Sunset at Park Jerusalem July 6-August 10, 2015
Every Monday between 5:00pm-7:00pm there will be a special family
activity at Park Nahal Refaim or Einot Telem, Park Arazim. Activities
include juggling, music and drumming.
For details visit www.jerusalempark.org.il
Zumba Marathon July 14
Mamilla Mall. 7:30pm 050-341-0003
Spinning Marathon July 15-16
Mamilla Mall. 7:30pm 050-341-0003
Jerusalem Film Festival July 9-19, 2015
Over 200 movies will be shown at the Jerusalem Cinemateque from over
50 countries. It’s a great opportunity to see some local Israeli films and for
kids to enjoy special kids films. Tickets *9377
Streetball July 14-16, 2015
3x3 Basketball tournament with over 1000 players. Ages 12+.
For details contact 073-2505050
Eyal Golan Concert July 29, 2015
Ein Yael Festival August 9-31, 2015
Take a step back in history as you walk on an old Roman street and meet
the local craftsmen. The Ein Yael Summer Festival includes grape
harvesting, basket weaving, pottery, meeting a blacksmith and many
more activities. 10:00am-6:00pm (2:00pm on Friday).
02-645-1866
International Puppet Festival August 9-13, 2015
The festival includes puppet shows for kids as well as adults and takes
place in different venues across the city. For tickets call Bimot *6226
Israel Museum Wine Festival August 17-20, 2015
Although this is not for families it is one of Jerusalem’s favorite festivals so
we had to mention it. Find a babysitter and enjoy yourselves responsibly.
02-670-8811
End of Summer Festival at the Jerusalem Theater
August 25-27
Outdoor concerts and activities for kids to celebrate the end of summer.
Kids performances are before sunset and adult performances after sunset.
02-5605755
Sultan’s Pool. Tickets *6226
Kite Festival Sukkot 2015
Avraham Fried Concert July 30, 2015
This is one of my favorite festivals at the Israel Museum. Kite workshops
and kite flying for the entire family. In the past this has been held in
August but this year it will held on Sukkot.
Sultan’s Pool. Tickets *6226
Woodstock Festival July 30 at 4:30pm
Enjoy music from the 60’s with fun kids activities at Kraft Stadium.
For tickets call Bimot *6226
Hutzot Hayotzer August 3-15, 2015
At the Sultan’s Pool.
An evening arts and crafts festival showcasing some of Israel’s most
popular artists as well as artists from abroad. Each night there is a
different show performed by Israel’s most talented musical performers.
Tickets for the musical show must be purchased in advance.
For tickets call Bimot *6226
- Monday Aug 3 – Shlomi Shabat
- Tuesday Aug 4 – Sarit Hadad, Kobi Afflalo
- Wednesday Aug 5 – Gidi Gov,Yehudit Ravitz
- Thursday Aug 6 – Dudu Aharon
- Saturday Aug 8 – Mosh Ben Ari
- Sunday Aug 9 – Evyatar Banai
- Monday Aug 10 – Rita, Knessiyat Ha Sechel
- Tuesday Aug 11 – Ivri Lider, Ninet
- Wednesday Aug 12 – Avraham Tal, Dudu Tassa
- Thursday Aug 13 – Aviv Geffen
- Saturday Aug 15 – Ethnix, Liran Danino
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Jerusalem
Museums
Summer Family Exhibits
Jerusalem Botanical Gardens 02-679-4012
Summer Exhibit & Family Activity -“Dinosaurs”
Take a walk through the gardens and discover 46 life size
Dinosaur replicas hiding among the trees and bushes. The
exhibit includes a 3D movie and family workshops.
79 NIS per person | 220 NIS per family (couple+3 kids) |
10:00am-10:00pm | July 1-August 31 | Purchase tickets by
calling *6226
Bible Lands Museum 02-561-1066
Museum of Islamic Art 02-566-1291
Summer Family Activity - “By the Rivers of Babylon”
Summer Family Activity -“Authentic Music Festival”
Special children’s activities including a dramatic tour of the
museum and art projects. Hebrew. Advanced reservations
recommended.
The festival will take place on Thursdays in the month of
August. Throughout the summer, the museum offers very
creative art workshops for kids on the top floor.
For details call the museum.
Bloomfield Science Museum 02-654-4888
Summer Exhibit - “Musica!”
Tower of David 02-626-5333
Music MUSICA ƾƳƁǎƓȖ: a guest exhibit presenting 60
musical instruments built from simple materials such as
pipes, stone, wood and glass. The exhibit- created by artist
and builder Michael Bradke from Germany, teaches the
principles of music such as rhythm, pitch, and distances
between notes. Includes hands on music workshops and
shows for kids.
Call ahead for the daily schedule | 45 NIS for ages 5+ |
Under age 5 enter for free.
Summer Family Activities
Ein Yael Museum 02-645-1866
"Hands On "- Track the materials that make up the objects
around us – follow the trail that leads to the guard rooms,
exhibition halls, hidden corners & hidden gardens. Touch
the unexpected. 10 NIS (child) 40 NIS (adult) August |
Sunday-Thursday | 9: 00 am – 3:00 pm
Take a step back in history as you walk on an old Roman
street and meet the local craftsmen.
Ein Yael is open to the public from July 1-August 7. 10:00am4:00pm (2:00pm on Friday)
From August 9-31 there will be a special summer festival with
additional activities.
Israel Museum 02-670-8811
Summer Exhibit - “Happy Birthday”
On the occasion of the Museum’s 50th birthday, an
exhibition for the whole family explores the colorful and
enticing packaging that envelops this exciting yearly event.
Special events include workshops and storytime.
You are invited to peek inside boxes, reminisce about past
exhibitions, and reflect upon processes undergone in the
past fifty years – at the Museum and in the art world, here
and elsewhere.
In August kids can enter the museum for FREE.
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"Dungeons & Dragons" - Saturdays 10:00am, 12:00pm |
July & August | 50 NIS (child). Children are invited to meet
the Dungeon Master, and take costumes and weapons to
become their favorite character.
"Stories of the Walls" - Family Tour in Hebrew
Tuesday and Thursday in July & August | 5:30pm | 60 NIS
(adult) 30 NIS (child)
Night Spectacular 02-626-5333
The incredible sound and light show portrayed on the walls
of the Citadel will take you through Jerusalem’s history
during different time periods.
Shows every evening | The show is 45 minutes | 55 NIS
(adult) 45 NIS (ages 3-18) | Buy tickets in advance .
Old Yishuv Court Museum 02-627-6319
Summer Family Activity – “Childhood Games”
Step back in time at the museum located in the Jewish
Quarter of the Old City. Play games that kids used to play
in the past.
English tours available by request | Family ticket 40 NIS.
Except July 17th & 24th (9 Days)
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Wide
Range of
Accommodation
Experience an
Israeli summer in
Gush Etzion
A combination of extreme activities,
restaurants, nature and heritage sites
Many exciting attractions await you!
Pat Bamelach
with family
workshops
Deer Land Farm
Caliber3 Range
Gush Etzion Wineries
Gush Etzion Field School
The Zomet Experience
Additional details of all attractions in Gush Etzion can be found in our website: etziontour.org.il
Deer Land Farm // ATV Gush Etzion // Gush Etzion Wineries // Gavna Restaurant // The Zomet Experience
// Gush Etzion Field School // Havayot Center // Caliber3 Range // Roza Restaurant // Herodium National
// Neve Efrat Hotel // Sde-Bar Farm // Lior Jeep Tours // The Biyar
Park //
Aqueduct // Gush Etzion Sound and Light Show // Lavie Winery // Many loging options
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One-Stop Coordination for Group Programs,
Activities and Tours in Adumim
Call: Shelley Brinn at 054-527-5404, [email protected], www.touradumim.com
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Jerusalem Word Search
By: Aryeh Shebson
JERUSALEM, OLD CITY, FIRST
STATION, ARENA, CINEMA
CITY, JAFFA STREET, TEDDY
PARK, KOTEL
Jerusalem Riddle:
You can find me once in Tel Aviv
and in two different places in
Jerusalem but never in Yaffo.
Who am I?
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Isrotel Luxury
Residences
German Colony, Jerusalem
9 Private apartments available in 2 intimate buildings adjacent
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Sizes ranging from 127 sqm up to 269 sqm plus large Sukkah
terraces or gardens
Full hotel amenities and services
Charming quiet side street between Emek Refaim and
Derech Bet Lechem
Walking distance to the best of both the new and old city
[email protected]
www.habitatrealestate.co.il
054-441-3275
212-933-9524 US (Israel hours)