GENERAL INFO
Quote for thought
Here's one appropriate for Purim when we are encouraged to give to others:
As you grow older you will discover that you have two hands, one for helping yourself, the other for helping others.
Audrey Hepburn
Things that is good to know
Israeli Ministry of Immigrant Absorption
Check out the website of The Israeli Ministry of Immigrant Absorption .They may have an assistance program to fit you needs. To log onto this site, CLICK HERE. There’s information
PURIM – Some Fun Facts
According to chabad.org here’s a few more facts about Purim: Purim is an ancient Persian word meaning ‘lots’ and recalls the lots that Haman (may his name ever be erased)
JERUSALEM – some things you may not know
Yearly, more than a million notes are placed in the Western Wall, the last remaining piece of the Temple. They’re collected and buried. Jerusalem is named more than 900 times
Public Service Announcement!
It’s strawberry season. Now is the time to buy them cheap. You can eat them fresh or freeze them for later and make some nifty desserts. (Check Google for how
Steimatsky
Have you heard? Steimatsky’s bookstore chain is having a special. You can return a book you’ve read and receive NIS10 credit toward the purchase of a new book. The book
IMPORTANT!
You will find vital and handy information for emergency situations at the following link. It’s a good idea to download it and keep it handy. http://www.aaci.org.il/upimages/AACI-Emergency-Handbook.pdf
For free help for a variety of things
Call “Irgun Yedidim”: 053-3131310 They’ll send someone to solve the problem.
Free lending library
Book “Gemach” in private flat across from Park Ashdod Yam. Address: Sha’ar HaArioth St. 8, apt. 20. Open on Tuesdays from 7:30-9:30 p.m. Books for all ages from kids to
New in the Country?
If you are new in the country you may be eligible for assistance or special aid. The Israeli Ministry of Immigrant Absorption may have an assistance program to fit your
GOV info in English
A nifty website contributed by Rosaline Spencer: http://www.gov.il/en It’s the new government services and information website where you’ll find a wealth of information about ministries and authorities, news and publications
