Shalom friends,

Welcome to the 196 new subscribers who joined us this past week, we’re so glad you’re here!

This week has been a heavy one in Jerusalem. I'm currently abroad, but my heart has been pulled home in a way I didn’t expect. I wrote a short reflection on everything I’ve been feeling, from missing Israel, to thinking about my friend Omer Neutra who’s body is still being held hostage in Gaza.

You can read it here. It’s raw and real and I’d love for you to check it out.

As always, if you’re enjoying the newsletter or have ideas for how we can make it better, just hit reply. I read every message.

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— Alec
Founder, The JLM Scoop

JLM Events 👀

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Sellers often decide to drop their price weeks before it gets updated online — and by then, you’re already late to the party.

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Sunday (May 4) 📚

Jennifer Lang Book Signing Event (Tickets here) - Join author Jennifer Lang in conversation with writer Amital Stern and yoga instructor Elyse Chaya Bracha to discuss Lang’s books, “Places We Left Behind” and “Landed: A Yogi’s Memoir in Pieces and Poses.” Both books will be available for sale and signature! 

Open Week at Studio Sira (Details here)  - Get to know Studio Sira this week! As we return to routine, treat your mind, body, and soul to up to 2 free classes. With various types of studio classes, and discounted membership options available, this is a great way to get a taste of what yoga, pilates, and more can do for you. 

Monday (May 5) 🥘

Street Food at the Inbal Hotel (Reserve a table here) - The Street Food festival at the Inbal is kicking off! For a fixed fee of 137 NIS per diner, enjoy hot pastries from the tabun, falafel, noodles, salads, spreads and meze - all made from fresh ingredients from the Mahane Yehuda Market, in the magical atmosphere of the Jerusalem courtyard of the Inbal Hotel. Reservations required! 

Wednesday (May 7) 🙋‍♀️

Q&A with Jerusalem Leaders (Details here) - Always wanted to ask your burning JLM questions directly to the city leaders? Meet them at Gazbar for the chance! Enjoy light refreshments, good Jerusalem vibes, and a Q&A with Shmuel Seligman, City Treasurer, and Ariela Rajwan, Deputy CEO of the Municipality and Head of the Culture, Society and Sports Administration, moderated by Maayan Perati, journalist and consumer and economic correspondent for Channel 12 News. 

Friday (May 9) 🔎

Urban Quest in Jerusalem: Around the YMCA (Details here) - Take part in a self-guided city quest through Jerusalem’s Colonial Quarter — a neighborhood full of symbolism and architectural contrasts. Come on your own, or as part of a team, grab the list of goals, and get scavenging! 

Women’s Only Handiwork Course (Information here) - Looking to take care of some little projects around the house? Join this 5 session course to learn the ins and outs of home maintenance, in a women’s only framework. Understand the theoretical, practice the physical, and leave feeling empowered!  

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Hidden Gems of JLM 💎

If you’re looking for a unique way to celebrate the beauty of Jerusalem, look no further than Efrat Halamish’s home hospitality meals in the City of David! Featuring storytelling, workshops, and delicious food.

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Bites of JLM 🍴

On a Mexican kick? Tacos Luis (Tzohar)  has got you covered with delicious tacos, rice bowls, and margaritas! Everything is certified gluten free. Pro-tip - get one of the Mexican Chocolate cookies for dessert! 

Israel is truly a melting pot, and L’Apéro Jérusalem (Rabbanut) is just another delicious example! This French sandwich spot when you’ve got a hankering for a meat-packed baguette, or want to grab a salad to go. Bonus - it’s run by French Olim, so you’ll be supporting a fellow Oleh while getting a tasty bite.  

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