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Welcome to the 125 new subscribers who joined us this past week, we’re so glad you’re here! This week we have some awesome events, drool-worthy eats, and a brand new Humans of Jerusalem feature :)

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Expert Tip #4: Timing Isn’t Everything… But It’s 80%

A lot of buyers think, “I’ll buy when I’m ready.”
But in Jerusalem, the smart move? Buy when the market is ready.

And right after Pesach is one of those magic windows:
✅Many sellers are back and motivated
✅There’s still a lull before summer madness hits
✅You’ve got time to close before the big aliyah and tourist wave
🚨Wait too long, and you’re competing with everyone — from overseas buyers to last-minute movers. Prices climb. Options shrink.

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Sunday (May 11)

Pesach Sheini Pizza at Beit Yishai (Details here) - Enjoy a second round of Pesach - but this time with Chametz! Pizzas straight from the Tabun, BYOB, and a mini-seder to make up for what you may have missed. 

Tuesday (May 13)

Movie Night with Ginot Ha’Ir (Info here) - Join Ginot Ha’Ir at Beit Yehudit for an English Movie Night, featuring Exodus! Come on a date, with friends, or on your own for a fun night out. 

Pub Quiz at Mike’s Place (Register here) - What could be better than a trivia night with alcohol?! Grab some friends to form a group of  6 participants, and compete against other groups for first prize. With questions about current affairs, culture, music, history, science and everything in between, it’s sure to be a good time.

Thursday (May 15)

Lag B’Omer BBQ for Singles 50’s-60’s (Register here) - Come join us for great food, meet new people, and enjoy our kumzitz! Location will be provided upon registration.

The Sound of Music at the Jerusalem Theatre (Tickets here) - For the first time in Israel, the full-length version of the most successful musical of all time (in a new Hebrew version). Enjoy a night out at the Jerusalem theatre! Special price for Yerushalmi card members as well. 

Jerusalem’s Lag BaOmer Party at the President Hotel (Tickets here) - With unlimited drinks, music, and dancing all night, this is sure to be a rockin’ way to celebrate Lag BaOmer!

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Are you hosting or in the know about an upcoming event in Jerusalem? Send us the details, and we’ll be sure to include it in our next newsletter to keep the community in the loop. Submit your event here and let’s make it a hit!

Hidden Gems of JLM 💎

Like to bike? Make sure to register for the upcoming Sovev Jerusalem 2025! Join thousands of other cyclists for one of the largest cycling events in Israel. With 4 spectacular cycling routes alongside the city’s main attractions and surrounding nature and scenery, it’s a gorgeous way to get some good exercise!

Bites of JLM 🍴

We consider ourselves pizza connoisseurs, and the newly opened Ruben’s Pizza (Mehadrin) just hits the spot. Their sauce is divine, the toppings are unique, and the crust has the perfect undercarriage. Check ‘em out for your next Motzei Shabbat (or any other day of the week) pizza run!

Summer weather has officially arrived, and that can only mean one thing: ICE CREAM SEASON!  Then you’ve gotta check out Pinoli (Mehadrin) for unreal Italian Gelato. Centrally located in town, it’s a great place to grab a treat when running errands.

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Humans of JLM 👩‍🦰 

Welcome to our newest segment, Humans of JLM! 

Have someone you want to see featured? Interested in nabbing a spot for yourself! Fill out this form, or reply back to this email to get on the A - list! 

Originally from Chicago, Lior and Moshe Chinn made Aliyah in April 2024 and hit the ground running, literally! Just three months into their Jerusalem journey, the couple opened The Movement, a women’s yoga and fitness studio in the heart of Baka.

Lior, who holds a degree in Digital Multimedia Design from Touro University, shares that their vision for The Movement goes far beyond physical health: “We wanted to create a space where women of all ages can feel safe, be themselves, and truly thrive.” The dream? Hosting charity events and growing into a community hub that uplifts and inspires.

When it comes to "only in Jerusalem" moments, Lior laughs: “We’ve already had people ask to use our studio as a shul - because apparently, Jerusalem always needs one more!”

While still finding her place in the broader Jerusalem community, Lior hopes The Movement can become a space where that sense of belonging is built, shared, and celebrated.

Check out The Movement on Instagram, or pop into the studio for a class. We highly recommend 🙂 

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