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Cocktail Night at Bar Baruch! (January 13 at 8:00pm) - Join expert bartender Guy from the Rabbit Hole (a.k.a - the Mad Hatter) for an evening of cocktails and chilling! Grab a friend, get a drink, and enjoy your night. L’chaim! 

Ladies Night Out - Team building Edition (January 13 at 8:15pm) - OU Israel Next Gen is hosting a special women’s event focusing on Achdut and team-building. With challenges hosted by influencer Bazy Rubin, and an inspiring shiur on Jewish Unity by Rabbi Alan Haber, it’s sure to be a great time. Get your ladies together and sign up! For ages 20s-40s. 

AI in Israel – Career Insights and Emerging Opportunities (January 14 at 8:00pm) - Glean key insights about the Israeli job market, emerging AI trends, and more from Oleh Success Story and Meta Engineer Avi Lewis. Best part? You don’t even have to get off your couch! Don’t miss it. 

Medieval Africa and the Global World Workshop (January 13-15) - Are you a history junkie? Join the Israel Academy of Science and Humanities for a 3 day workshop on Medieval Africa. Pop in at any point to hear from world-renowned experts on the topic. Get more info here!  

Jewelry Making (January 16 at 4:15pm) - Need to keep those crafty hands busy? Head over to Adena Yonit’s jewelry course for 1:1 instruction on how to create the perfect piece. Bonus - you can donate your designs to Chayalot! Learn more here.

A German Requiem and A Survivor from Warsaw (January 16 at 7:30pm) - Come listen to the Jeruslem Symphony Orchaestra for an evening of culture and emotion as they perform classics from Brahms and Schoenberg. It’s music to our ears! 

 Jerusalem Sustainability Fair (January 17 from 10:00am-1:30pm) - Enjoy a morning of eco-friendly fun, including a dry goods restock shop, second-hand clothing sales, and more. Get more info here.

Golda Meir Cup (January 17th at 11:00am) - Join women from Tazuz soccer academy clubs throughout the country for a day of competitive fun! Put those cleats on. 

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Recently re-done, and featuring hundreds of different species, the Jerusalem Aquarium is a wonderful place to wander with friends, kids, or on a date. Enjoy the fascinating exhibits and learn about various oceans and their sea life. And don’t forget to check out the butterfly house on your way out!

In a country where Falafel joints are a dime a dozen, Doron Falafel (Rabbanut Jerusalem) is truly a bite above the rest. If you’re the type who likes their falafel crispy and filled with toppings, this one's for you. Check them out next time you’re on Emek! 

Want a snack and a show? Head over to Jachnun Bar (Tzohar) in the Shuk, where your delicious treats are served up with a side of antics. Flavorful, fresh, and funny - what could be better?

We usually have 3 categories when it comes to rating cafes - high quality coffee, unbeatable meals, and the chance to support fellow Olim. Casa Lavi (Badatz Mehadrin) ticks all three boxes, and then some! Pop in for healthier treats that’ll satisfy any sweet tooth.  

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