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2 Day Trip: Eastern Galil Experience!
November 15, 2011
We started our morning at the beautiful view of Mt. Arbel. It was an challenging yet exhilarating hike down the mountain, where we were able to enjoy some of the most stunning views in Israel. After we all conquered the mountains of Arbel, we headed over to Teveriya to the Keverim of the Rambam & Rabbi Yochanan Ben-Zakai. The highlight of the day was no doubt our visit to the Chocolate Factory where we had a tour of the factory and learned about the way they make the chocolate. After that, we all had the chance to make our own chocolates with whatever fillings and toppings we chose. It was truly a delicious experience.
After an amazing day touring and hanging out with friends, we checked into the Ron hotel in Tsfat. We enjoyed a delicious dinner, and had the chance to spend the rest of the night hanging out on the Tsfat midrichov, enjoying the shops and restaurants. In the morning we headed on a walking tour of Tsfat, visiting the ancient shuls and alleyways, learning about the history of the kabballah and mysticism that began in those very places. We visited the famous Candle factory, where many of us purchased souvenirs, gifts and Chanuka candles. We then had free time to go shopping in the Artist
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AMAZING 2-Day Golan Tiyul!
September 21, 2011
Guest Post by Ms. Esther Benayon, Rakezet
We just returned from our very first Overnight Tiyul to the beautiful region known as The Golan Heights. First thing Monday morning, we headed up North, where joined by our Madricha Yehudis, we went straight to Kfar Kedem. There we were taken back to what felt like ancient Biblical times. We dressed up in their “garb,” learned how to make flour and baked our own bread over the fire as well! We all then enjoyed riding camels or donkeys as they did back in the day. After that amazing experience, went to refresh ourselves with a swim in the warm water of the Kinerret. Plus, we were so lucky to be able to arrive at the Kevarim of Rabbi Akiva, The Ramchal and Rachel, Rabbi Akiva’s wife in time for all of us to recite Tehillim as well as daven Mincha. From these holy sites, we headed towards the beautiful Hispin Guest House where we spent the night. The next morning brought us straight to the Banias, a gorgeous nature hike through running springs and sprawling waterfalls. We then headed…
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Trip to Gan Yehoshua Park
September 18, 2011
Hey everyone! I just wanted to briefly share with you a great event that I believe really helped make the first couple of days a positive and energetic experience. Our Bnot Torah/Sharfman’s Orientation Week concluded this past Friday, with a trip to Gan Yehoshua Park. All of us Sharfman’s girls had a relaxing, yet eventful day, row boating on the beautiful Gan Yehoshua Lake. We also opted to relax, tan, and get to know one another. Plus, we were joined by both our Rakezet, Esther Benayon, and our Madricha, Yehudis Jacobowitz! Eventually, the boats were docked and we all enjoyed the delicious lunch that the school provided for us, while basking in the shade of the gorgeous palm trees. After a few hours in the park, we headed back on the bus to get ready for Kabbalat Shabbat at The Kotel and an inspiring Shabbaton appropriately entitled, “Beginnings” led by the Dean of Bnot Torah Institute, Rabbi Label Sharfman…
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