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Dear Readers We are truly amazed by the people of our city. You have taken “Kol Yisrael areivim ze l’ze” (All Israel is responsible for one another) to a whole new level. Last month, after fires burned across the country, the residents of Modiin-Maccabim-Reut stepped up. Within hours of the fires in Haifa that left many homeless for Shabbat, you opened your homes to take in strangers. You immediately began collecting clothing, housewares and toiletries for all those communities affected. Within 24 hours, so much clothing was collected that they said not to bring anymore. There were collection points throughout the city – Reut, Kaiser and Buchman – to name a few. You put aside politics and religion and came together as a community. The Iriyah and Mayor Haim Bibas did a great job of keeping the residents informed of fires within the city. Our firefighters worked tirelessly throughout the week keeping us safe. Residents volunteered to patrol open areas in and around the city to guard against arson and brush fires. We are honored to be a part of this amazing city. Kol Hakavod! Chag Chanukah Sameach!
TA B L E O F C O N T E N T S 5 Living the Miracle 8 Meet Council Member Jonny Cline 12 An Aliyah Story: Ely & Zippora Razin 16 Tel Gezer 18 Rethinking Your Chanukah Gift 22 Using Social Stories to Help ASD Individuals 28 ADD with or without Hyperactivity: AD(H)D What's It All About? 30 Ice Cream Warms Your Heart and Soul 32 Michael Levin Lone Soldier Center 34 Wheels of Love 38 Meet the Actresses of WIT 40 Chanukah Craft Corner 43 Hachnasat Sefer Torah 44 Recipe 46 Candle lighting
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Living the Miracle By: Shonny Solow
We all know that Chanukah celebrates the miracle of the jar of oil. One of the most often asked questions about Chanukah is why we celebrate the miracle for eight days. After all, the first day of oil was not miraculous – the sealed jar of oil was found in the rubble of the Temple and the Kohanim (priests) knew it would last for one day. Having oil on the subsequent seven days until newly purified oil could be made, was a true miracle each day, and would justify a seven-day holiday. (Israelis understand that it’s the teachers’ union that has kept this eight-day holiday afloat.) The Rabbis have debated this question throughout the ages and have come up with a myriad of answers, some technical and some spiritual. They have pointed out connections to the brit milah (circumcision) that takes place on the eighth day and had been banned under Hellenist rule (and could be resumed after the defeat of the Greek army). This suggested that the oil was divided already on the very first day into eight portions, each of which could have burned only for a few hours, yet lasted all day and night, and herald the finding of even one unbroken jar of oil as a miracle unto itself. But Eliyahu Kitov, in his Sefer Hatoda’ah (The Book of our Heritage) brings one more reason, which has had implications for the Jewish people in all the subsequent generations – ours included. He points out that it would have been easy for the Kohanim, seeing that there was only one jar of oil, to postpone the lighting of the menorah for eight days, until they could produce purified oil for the Temple and be certain that the “ner tamid” (perpetual light) of the menorah was constant. Why begin a process, which would abruptly halt after only one day? I can only imagine the discussion that must have taken place amongst the Hasmonean leadership regarding this issue. Yet they lit the oil, confident that they were beginning a process, without concern for whether they could complete it. That is the miracle of the first day of Chanukah. Continued on page 6
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We are told in Pirkei Avot, “Lo Alecha Hamelacha Ligmor” we are not required to complete the service of God, but we are also not exempt from beginning that service. It is this belief that has allowed Jews to continue to worship Hashem even in the direst
of times – as inmates in the concentration camps created their makeshift chanukiot, has allowed Jews to take on daunting challenges – as unaffiliated Jews begin the study of Torah as adults, not fazed by its overwhelming greatness, and as
Jews dared to return to Israel after centuries of dispersion, even without a Messiah and Temple. The Zionists who established the Jewish State did not wait until they had a modern army or millions of dollars to develop it. They began by resettling the land and were rewarded for their efforts with miraculous military victories in 1948 and 1967. We learn from this that we need to sometimes take the leap of faith necessary to pursue our goals. As olim, we can sometimes be overwhelmed by the tasks that need to be done to bring peace and prosperity to our country. Our role is to begin the process – allowing our children and grandchildren to keep contributing to the growth of the state, with hope that they continue to live the miracle. Shonny Solow was the Dean of Machon Gold and the Director of the Educational Leadership Advancement Initiative of Bar Ilan University’s Lookstein Center. She lives in Modiin near three of her children and many grandchildren.
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Meet Council Member Jonny Cline By: Caryn Meltz & Rachel Kops Jonny Cline is the newest member to join the ModiinMaccabim-Reut city council, replacing Hila Shay Verzan as number two of the Bayit Hayehudi party. Shay Verzan recently stepped down from her position to pursue other work opportunities which presented as a conflict of interest to her council member duties. Cline who had been the Executive Director at the Israeli Fund for UNICEF, took over many of Shay Verzan’s responsibilities and assumed a few others. Cline sits on the External Relations, Reductions in Arnona, Management, Budget, Children’s Rights, Culture and Education Committees. Let’s learn a little about Council Member Jonny Cline… Cline made aliyah at the age of 18 – he came for a gap year to Ein HaNatziv and Maale Gilboa, and one day called up his
parents to inform them that he had made aliyah. He was then drafted into the army into the Nahal olim garin program. After his army service he went to study at Bar Ilan University and lived in Givat Shmuel. He was very involved in the community life there and took upon himself to run the junior year abroad program as well as being active in student politics. Upon graduating he went to work in the hi-tech industry for several years – during this time, he also met his wife Shlomit. When the industry started to suffer, he decided to reinvent himself and enter the non-profit world and got a job with the Shomron Regional Authority where he worked on special projects. Cline had always dreamed of going on shlichut, so as soon as he was in the country for 10 years – the minimum needed in order to be considered for shlichut – he and his wife, went to Winnipeg, Canada. They were slated to have been there for three years, but due to budget cuts, they returned to Israel after 14 months. In 2005, the couple and their two kids, moved to Givat C and Cline continued to work in the non-profit world which became more difficult after the Madoff scandal. Before the 2013 election, Continued on page 10
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Cline was approached by Michael Harlap, the head of the Bayit HaYehudi party in Modiin, to join the party as the olim representative and as number three on the ticket.
Given that Cline had lived in Israel for many years coupled with the fact that he was an oleh vatik made him the perfect candidate for the position. The party only won two seats so Cline did not make the cut until Shay Varzan stepped down last month and he moved into the number two position.
Although Cline did not have a seat on the city council, immediately after the election, he volunteered for several committees and was not a novice in sitting in on meetings. He had also already established a connection with Mayor Bibas years earlier when he had toyed with joining the Likud party in Modiin. Now that Cline is serving in his official role as a council member, he is able to bring to the table the expectation of the oleh and the city’s understanding of the oleh needs. Although he doesn’t hold the Absorption Portfolio, he is able to bridge an important gap. “Bottom line, the olim don’t need more ulpan,” said Cline, “they need to be integrated.” In addition to all of the volunteer work that Cline does, he started UK Toremet, which is a UK registered charity that helps make donations to UK, Israeli and overseas charities. Cline said, “My philanthropy is to help facilitate other philanthropy.” Cline wants to be the voice for any issue. He said, “I want to make Modiin-Maccabim-Reut a better place for me, my children, my neighborhood and my city.” Cline can be reached at jonnycline@gmail.com.
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An Aliyah Story: Ely & Zippora Razin By: Caryn Meltz & Rachel Kops Ely and Zippora Razin’s aliyah story began as a kid’s dream, followed years later by a thirddate pact to make the big move together. Back when Ely was in eighth grade, he represented Canada in the Chidon Hatanach in Israel. It was Ely’s first trip to Israel and he immediately fell in love with the country. He later spent time at Hebrew University, returned to Canada and then came back to Israel for another year before starting work at a big NY law firm. Like many a lawyer, he disliked the work and lifestyle, but stuck with his job for a year and a half in order to make enough money to move back to Israel. And so he did, in 1995, when he started a company of his own based in Jerusalem, called Expert Ease – a software company,
to, in essence, be a law associate in a box. During this time, he built a chevra with other English speaking friends living in Jerusalem who also hadn’t quite officially made aliyah… yet. They would get together at their own Central Perk in Jerusalem (the apartment of now-Modiin resident Julie Fine) on Sunday nights to watch Friends, Seinfeld and ER – Thursday prime time TV was aired on Sundays (pre-streaming). Ely began to commute to America for work and eventually settled back there for a few years. During this time he met his wife Zippora and made it clear to her that he had every intention of returning to Israel… with her. However, Zippora needed a little convincing and had to finish medical school and residency in psychiatry before the big move. In 2004, an opportunity presented itself and Ely sold his company to Thomson Reuters, while continuing to work for them. Zippora started to build up her private practice while she simultaneously worked as the Assistant Clinical Medical Director for the Palisades Continued on page 14
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Tel Gezer By: Chana Koren
There is no lack of Tanach sites in Israel or near Modiin. One of the most important sites in the area is Tel Gezer. The Tel is located at a strategic point overlooking the Ayalon Valley and the roads leading up the coast from Egypt and the road connecting Jaffa and Jerusalem. We can confirm the actual name of the site – Gezer – by boundary markers around the Tel, clearly stating ( תחום גזרGezer boundary). In the second century BCE, Gezer was an important fortified city with strong towers and high walls. The city, then Canaanite, had a cultic center which included 10 monolithic steles, which can still be seen today at the site. The city is mentioned in many Egyptian sources, such as a Thutmose III inscription, stating how he conquered Gezer from the Canaanites (in 1468 BCE). Many tombs
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century BCE includes the name of Gezer and is also the most ancient external (outside the Bible) text mentioning Israel as a nation. We know from the Tanach that Joshua defeated the King of Gezer (Joshua 10:33). Looking into Judges (1:29), we find that the tribe of Ephraim in whose land the city of Gezer was located, did not drive the Canaanites out but rather they continued to dwell amongst the Israelites. In the 10th century BCE, Pharaoh burned Gezer to the ground and then proceeded to give it to King Solomon as his daughter’s dowry, when they married (Kings 9:16). Solomon rebuilt the city as a royal Israelite center on the eastern border of Philistia. On site, one is still able to see the city’s gate from this period with chambers on each side of a central passage. Together with Hazor, Megiddo and Gezer, the three formed the administrative centers of Solomon’s’ Kingdom (Kings I 14:25). The Gezer calendar is one of the earliest paleo-Hebrew texts known today and is dated to 10th century BCE (copy located at trail head), and shows the agricultural chores of the seasons in ancient Hebrew script. After the division of the United Kingdom, Gezer was in Israel on the border with Judea. During this time a water system was constructed similar to that of Hazor and Continued on page 20
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Megiddo. This system was built to protect the water supply in the time of enemy siege. Gezer, depicted on a relief found in Mesopotamia is dated to the Assyrian siege of 733 BCE with the name Gezaru. Gezer became the Assyrian administrative center of the lands they conquered in this region. What is there to see: Canaanite tower and gate, Solomon’s Gate and fortifications, water system, monolith Canaanite stele ()מצבות and the tomb of Sheikh al-Jazari, which has a great outlook from its roof. How to get there from Modiin: Take road 3 to road 44 and turn right (north), continue 3 km to Karmei Yosef and turn right. Turn left onto Gefen and follow the road until the dirt road is on your left and the Tel is in front of you. The road is passable to all vehicles at least 48 hours after last rainfall.
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Using Social Stories to Help ASD Individuals By: Ira Grotsky
Many people feel anxious when faced with a new experience, whether it is starting a new school/job, going on a date or taking the bus for the first time. Most of us will prepare ourselves for new situations in order to alleviate our stress and anxiety by doing research on the internet or speaking to friends. For an individual with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) this might be impossible. Carol Gray, a consultant for individuals with autism spectrum disorders, developed the concept of social stories in 1991. Social stories are used as a tool to help an individual with autism learn social skills as well as what to expect in new situations. Social stories can be created to help individuals manage a variety of situations including going to the doctor, traveling on an airplane, visiting relatives, preparing for social interaction with peers and greeting strangers. A social story always contains certain basic elements: A social story uses positive wording, telling an individual what to expect and not what they are doing wrong.
A social story uses four basic sentence types: descriptive, perspective, directive and affirmative sentences. For example: “A blood test helps a doctor know that I am healthy,” or “When the needle goes into my vein, I will probably feel a tiny poke,” are both descriptive sentences. An example of an affirmative sentence would be: “I will be happy if I try to do everything the doctor asks.” A social story answers the “WH” questions: who, what, when, where, and how. A social story is usually written in the first person. It may also be written in the second person. Since individuals on the autism spectrum are very literal, they must be able to interpret the story literally without altering its intended meaning. Therefore, we use the words “usually “or “sometimes”, so that an individual does not assume something will always happen that way. We do not use “figures of speech” such as “chilling out”, which can be easily misinterpreted if taken literally. Continued on page 27
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The primary goal of a social story is to provide an individual with information about their social environment in a step by step fashion. This information prepares them for what to expect and will often reduce their anxiety and minimize any problem behavior. How does a social story work? One way to create a social story is to allow the individual to be the star of the book, with pictures of the person featured prominently throughout the book. These can be created through professional websites, such as Snapfish of Shutterfly where an individual’s picture can be added to the text. It can also be created more simply by using a picture album or scrap book. The following is a story about a 17-year-old boy with Asperger’s disorder, and how a social story helped him. Avraham is a very cooperative young man – he had never had any issues being examined by a doctor or dentist. However, Avraham presented with a great fear of the podiatrist and became very agitated when the podiatrist would examine his feet. When he needed to be seen by a podiatrist, a social story was created that featured Avraham and the podiatrist. A few weeks before the appointment, the social story was regularly read to him to prepare
him for the visit. The story explained the purpose of a podiatrist and what Avraham could expect throughout the examination. On the day of the appointment, Avraham went to his room and pulled out the social story. He presented it to the podiatrist and requested that the doctor read the story with him. After reading the story together, Avraham allowed the doctor to conduct the examination without incident. The story also helped the podiatrist, who then understood the importance of verbalizing what he was doing throughout the examination in order to keep Avraham calm. Social stories are a wonderful way for any child to learn a new social skill or help them manage a new experience. Ira Grotsky holds duel degrees in Psychology and Special Education and works as a mainstreaming specialist and Play Therapist. He has helped many individual with ASD, ADD/ ADHD, anger management and social issues. Grotsky maintains a private practice in Jerusalem, Beit Shemesh and Modiin. He can be reached at iragrotsky@yahoo.com or 054-441-0256.
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ADD with or without Hyperactivity: AD(H)D What’s It All About? By: Dr. Kevin Schreiber
AD(H)D is a chronic condition affecting 8-10% of the pediatric population. It affects millions of children worldwide and often continues into adulthood. AD(H)D includes a combination of difficulties, such as difficulty sustaining attention, hyperactivity and impulsive behavior. These components can cause difficulty in successful functioning in life’s tasks and demands. The medical world is continuously learning more and more about this condition. We know that AD(H)D is caused by low levels of two chemicals, Dopamine and Norepinephnrine, in a specific region of the brain. These two neurotransmitters are responsible for enabling our brain cells to transmit messages from one nerve to the next. When this flow is hindered, problems may arise. Why this manifests with varied symptoms in different children is currently unknown. Because AD(H)D is a chemical imbalance, difficulty is almost always present in more than one setting. Difficulty in one setting usually points to other conditions. For example, if the difficulty is only in school, learning disabilities may be more likely
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Ice Cream Warms Your Heart and Soul By: Rachel Kops and Caryn Meltz
Hagay Moson-Levi and Moshe BenYakar had been business partners for years when they decided to dabble in a new business venture. They were looking to start a business that they could grow old with and would allow them to spend more time with their families. Although neither of them had worked professionally in the food industry, they were drawn in that direction. The two wanted to build an upscale creative business with meaning. Moshe had read an article about a survey that was conducted in the U.S. that gave him food for thought. A group of people were presented with several food items and were asked to replace all but one with a substitute – in other words, which food could they not live without. The answer – ice cream! It is a food that is soothing and makes you feel better – and not a food to satiate
hunger. Ice cream is considered the hi-tech of the food industry since it is artistic, creative and clean. The duo set out to create a quality product to satisfy the heart and soul. One day while Hagay was drinking coffee with his wife at Marlaz Center, he looked at what used to be Beit Harofim, and saw a for sale sign. That location would become the home of the ice cream parlor. The added bonus to the shop is that unlike other centers in Modiin, the stores are visible from the street. What about a name? Gelarte is a play on words of gelato and art. The name combines ice cream with the artistry that goes into creating every flavor. Since ice cream has generally been thought to be a summer food, they knew that they needed to devise a year-long model. The concept behind the brown and orange color scheme is derived from the impact that color has on mood. As a motivator to bring in customers during the colder winter months, the color brown creates warmth while orange inspires appetite. Moshe said, “We sell cold, but we give warmth.” Moshe and Hagay had a name and a location but they didn’t
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Wheels of Love By: Debbie Zimelman
For the past 10 years, I’ve had the privilege of taking part in the Alyn Hospital Wheels of Love Charity bike ride. The Wheels of Love ride is a five-day journey that covers approximately 300 kilometers on a bike through either the northern or southern part of the country. The ride, which takes place each year right after the High Holidays, was created to raise money for the Alyn Hospital in Jerusalem. Alyn Hospital is a world leader in the rehabilitation of children who suffer from a broad range of physical disabilities. The children receive extraordinary services regardless of religion or ethnic origin. The goal of the hospital is to rehabilitate the children and equip them with the skills for functioning as independently as possible before returning them to their families as quickly as they are ready. Many of the patients were victims of terror attacks, car
accidents or born with various genetic orders. Riders commit themselves to raising at least $2,500 for the hospital. In addition, they have to train significantly before the ride in order to keep pace with the other riders. This year, nearly 450 riders from around the world took part, raising almost $2.5 million to date! We hope to reach 3 million by the end of 2016. This year’s ride took place in the Judean Desert, and as always, I opted for the off-road terrain track (there are on-road options as well). One of this year’s most memorable days was riding from Arad to Sodom on dirt trails with amazing views and more downhill than uphill riding! One of the ride’s most significant developments in the past few years has been the participation of a group of children undergoing rehabilitation at Alyn, some for several years. They train intensively throughout the year, and their presence has taken the ride to a whole new level. It’s truly an honor for me to climb the hills alongside these extremely motivated young people. Continued on page 36
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January 10th is opening night of the Women In Theater (WIT) musical extravaganza: JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT! This production showcases women ranging in age from 10-80. Some of these remarkable women shared their thoughts on being part of WIT and fulfilling their dreams. ACTRESS: Polly Hyams Sherman DAY JOB: Midwife ROLE IN JOSEPH: Jacob’s Wife, Bilha Polly, when did you first catch the acting bug? When I was about 7 or 8. I think (acting class) was my mother’s idea to get the kids out of the house on a Sunday _ but I loved it. I was branded the little showoff. What have you learned from your experiences with WIT? Really it’s all about team work and making the team great. Also, working with women on a creative level is very different than a professional level. It’s more raw, true and undisguised. I love really getting to know other members of the cast... and then there is that excitement as we’re nearing show-time. There’s truly a pride in the joy we give to others. It’s unbelievable. What is your dream role? Anything Maggie Smith has played, EVER. Do you have any advice for other actors? If you have a dream – get out there. From the smallest roles to the biggest roles, it’s fun! And when you get there – PRACTICE, PRACTICE, PRACTICE.
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ACTRESS: Shani Block DAY JOB: Account Coordinator at Silicon Valley Communications (a hi-tech PR firm based in Modiin) ROLE in JOSEPH: The Baker and Joseph’s brother Zebulun (Shani is performing in the show with her daughter, Eliana) Shani, when did you first catch the acting bug? I always had a hint of curiosity, but at first I was doing it for my daughter (Eliana). Once I got involved I got hooked. What have you learned from your experiences with WIT? Auditioning for WIT was the first thing I did for myself, since making aliyah. Since then, I’ve developed a connection with other people who think nothing of bursting into song mid-sentence! My experiences with WIT have given me the confidence and drive to keep pushing myself past what I thought were my limits. What is it like performing with your daughter? I am so lucky to be sharing this experience with her. She continues to amaze me with her talent, abilities and dedication! What is your dream role? Actually, I love supporting roles… so I am currently doing my dream role. Do you have any advice for other actors? The hardest part is taking that first step. But once you get started, you’ll never stop. ACTRESS: Zahava Pappagallo DAY JOB: Senior in High School ROLE IN JOSEPH: Brother’s Wife, Dancer, Chorus, and Yishmaelite.
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Zahava, when did you first catch the acting bug? When my mom and I would dance and sing around the living room to the Chanukah Festigal. What have you learned from your experiences with WIT? I think over the years that I have been performing with WIT, I have gained confidence and stage presence. I’ve really learned to engage with the audience. Also, I love the dancing – I’ve discovered that dance really gives a show a new level of energy! What is your dream role? Maria from the Sound of Music, or Rizzo from Grease! Do you have any advice for other actors? Be confident with your talents. But, don’t be afraid to make mistakes – that’s how you learn. And practice makes perfect! Who should see the show? Anyone who loves singing and dancing. WIT always puts on amazing professional productions – it’s going to be incredible! ACTRESS: Batya Tchelet DAY JOB: Senior in High School ROLE IN JOSEPH: Junior Narrator Batya, when did you first catch the acting bug? I’ve always liked singing and dancing ever since I was small, but this is my first real production – and I am so excited! What have you learned from your experiences with WIT? I’ve learned to open up and not be so shy... Do you have any advice for other actors? The sky is the limit-never underestimate yourself!!! Who should see the show? Everyone! The music is fantastic. And the show has a great message. Follow your dreams! ACTRESS: Harriet Spitzer DAY JOB: Retired Early Childhood Educator ROLE IN JOSEPH: Mrs. Potiphar Harriet, when did you first catch the acting bug? I think I was born with it! My first performance was for the sisterhood in Yonkers when I was three. By age four I studied at Ms. Betty’s Dancing School. I was in all the school plays. I majored in speech and drama and used it when I was teaching. I have never
stopped. It’s in my genes! What have you learned from your experiences with WIT? I have learned so much! There are a lot of talented young people, it’s a phenomenal thing. It’s great working with people of all ages... we shouldn’t box ourselves into an age group. When I come to rehearsals I feel so good – everyone is so nice and fun to be with. What is your dream role? Oh gosh! There’s so many! Bloody Mary from South Pacific... or I’d love to be Sophie Tucker, singing on the piano. I just love playing every role, it’s fun and so rewarding. Do you have any advice for other actors? Do it! Here’s a tremendous opportunity for religious women to do something that you really love to do. Enjoy yourself! Who should come see the show? Girls, women of all ages, moms and daughters, sisters, friends – everyone should come. It’s so much fun, it’s a phenomenal escape and you may even learn something too!
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat Performances are in English for ladies and girls of all ages. Tuesday, January 10, 2017 at 8:00pm – Modiin, Heichal Hatarbut, 49 Emek Dotan Thursday, January 19, 2017 at 8:00pm - Jerusalem, The Mesorti School, 8 Beitar Sunday, January 22, at 8:00pm – Raanana, Yad Lebanim, 147 Ahuza G O G O G O get your tickets! Go! Experience the joy of this fun filled, family friendly musical. For more information go to www.womenintheater.com 39
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Instructions: Take Âź of the package and make a roll around 20 cm. long and shape like a branch. Make grooves along the branch using a sculpting tool, plastic knife or toothpick. Make nine birds, around 2-3 cm each.
Use the candle to make a round imprint on the back of each bird. Let dry and then paint. Glue the birds onto the branch using hot glue. All the supplies can be purchased at Studio Bali in Kaiser Center. For more information contact Lea 050-6692637; lelu91@walla.com; bali.studio.
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On Thursday, September 15, Kehillat Darchei Zion held a Hachnasat Sefer Torah, which was donated anonymously to the kehilla. Over 150 people took part in a spirited procession from Bet Knesset Choshen along Avnei Hachoshen and across Emek Zvulun to the community’s new home at the Amit Girls’ School. Along with the many young children and families already involved in the community, further celebrants joined the musical procession as it gathered pace, from parks and apartments along the way. The community was honored to be joined by local rabbanim including Rav Chikotai, Chief Rabbi of MaccabimReut, and Rav Elharar, Chief Rabbi of Modiin who addressed the kehilla. Co-gabbai of the kehilla, Simon Levy, said, “This was the perfect event to celebrate the first anniversary of the kehilla, having begun last year for Rosh Hashana in the middle of September. It was wonderful to see all of our members, along with many people from the wider
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Zalabia – Traditonal Sufganiot & Family Activity Rolled into One By: Eli Mizrchi – Chef at Maccabis “Please Mommy, make us zalabia.” “Honey, we only make zalabia on Chanukah.” For a whole year, we dream about making the sweet treat that we grew up with at home. No matter how much we begged our mother, she only made them on Chanukah. – זָ ָל ְבי ֶהa sufgania whose texture is reminiscent of the familiar Morrocan sfenj, is a sweet food made from wheat flour, deep-fried and soaked in sugar syrup. Some say that it was originally a YeminiteJewish cuisine.
However, it is commonly used with slight modification, in many kitchens in the Far East such as Sri Lanka, Nepal, as well as in the Middle East such as Iran, Syria, Lebanon, Tunisia, Algeria, Egypt and of course… in Israel. Every sect makes Zalabia according to their own taste – small shapes, dipped in sugar syrup; plump sized, coated with sugar powder or filled; pretzel or any other shape. The dough is nice and soft and if you keep your hands wet they won’t get sticky.. We challenge you to be open to the experience and make this a family fun event. Let your children make all different types of shapes, filled with fruit… or not, with a hole or a classic sufgania. The frying should, of course, be left to an adult!
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Recipe 1 kilo flour 20 grams dried yeast Coarse salt 4 heaping tablespoons sugar 2 ½ cups of room temperature water Canola oil for frying Filling (optional) Date spread, apple, pear, persimmon or banana Serve with powdered sugar sprinkled on top Preparation: Mix all of the dry ingredients in a bowl, add water gradually until you get a smooth mixture. The dough should be soft enough but not liquidy. Cover the bowl with a damp towel and leave in a warm place to rise – the dough
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Zalabia without filling: Now the fun part – invite the children to make their sufganiot any way they want. They should wet their hands in water so that the dough doesn’t stick to them. Have them take in one hand a bit of the mixture and with the other hand, remove the excess. They should roll the dough in
their hands and then pass to an adult to place in the hot oil.
Zalabia with filling: Before frying, add a step – “open” the dough to create an open space. Put a spoonful of your filling of choice in the middle. Close up the sufgania by folding the edges to the middle. Roll it up and deep-fry.
Sprinkle with powdered sugar and serve. Frying tip: If you fry at a temperature of 160-165 degrees, the zalabia will absorb less oil. You can tell the temperature of the oil when placing the dough into it – if it floats then it’s the right temperature, if it “takes a dive” then you need to raise the flame, if it’s “fiery” then you need to lower the flame. Chag Chanukah Sameach! Maccabis is located at 99 Nof Kedumim, Maccabim, www.maccabis.co.il.
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