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Volume XII Number 38 |
Biweekly e-Newsletter |
May 2, 2013/ 22 Iyar 5773 |
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AACI 2013 Travel Programs
Still time to travel with AACI this year! Join one of AACI's renowned Kosher, spectacular tours with warm and friendly groups.
Check out our available 2013 trips to Northern Italy, China, Southern Spain and 4 Night Cruise.
Check us out
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Important Notice: AACI Members – We Need your New Zip Code Number!
The Israel Postal Service has added two digits to your zip code. Whether you have your mail sent to a home address or a post office box, the zip code will have seven digits instead of five. read more |
AACI – Find us on Facebook
 Connect with us daily. AACI – your home in Israel.
Join the AACI conversation on facebook and the AACI page to leave your comments on our wall, or liking the posts and comments. (click link labeled “comment” or “like” located underneath the message. |
AACI Jerusalem - Children and Teen Arts Exhibit
The exhibit will remain on display until June 13.
Don't miss the opportunity to see the amazing variety of work submitted by our young artists and writers! You will be excited, impressed and uplifted! read more |
AACI Jerusalem – Music Programs for Children
Your Baby Needs Music: Wednesdays, 12:30-16:15
Music Together, Wednesdays, 17:15-18:15 Click here for more details |
AACI Haifa - English Writers' Group
The group meets on a regular basis in the Haifa area and is for native English speakers who wish to develop their writing skills. read more |
| Please note: Programs are listed in date order |
AACI's J-Town Playhouse Presents: "It's Not You, Well, Maybe It Is!"
May 5, 8, & 12 at 20:00
We come not to bury the woes of single-dom, but to praise the time of life when one is single! read more |
AACI Central - Understanding Your Pay Slip and Employee's Rights
Sunday, May 5, 18.30
Get acquainted with: * Basic rights * Protection of salary law * Obligations of employers to employees. read more |
AACI Central - Thistle Do Nicely!!"
Sunday, May 5, 10:30-12:30
Pamela will tell us stories we always wanted to know about the beautiful wild flowers we see in gardens and along the roadways, legends of these flowers and their connection to the Bible. read more |
AACI Jerusalem –Jewish Philosophers - New
New Session beginning Tuesday, May 7, 12:30
The Thought of R. Joseph B. Soloveitchik (1903-1993) with Rabbi Artie Fischer.One of the greatest Jewish thinkers of the 20th century, the "Rav" had a major impact on generations of rabbis and leaders. read more |
AACI Haifa - Learn to be a Wise Consumer - New
Wednesday May 8, 19:00 (7:00pm)
Speaker: Yehuda Yizraeli, Consumer and Financial Advisor. read more |
AACI Haifa - Counselor in Residence - New
Wednesday, May 8, 15:00-19:00
Aliyah Queries? Bituach Leumi? Social Security? Looking for Employment and more. AACI Counselor, Yanina Musnikow will be available for counseling appointments. The email address is ymusnikow@aaci.org.il. |
AACI Central - The State of the Israeli and World Economy - New
Monday, May 6, 19:00
Lecture and Visual Presentation Given by Shmuel Kasbian – Economic Analyst . Representatives of Bank Discount will also be available to answer Banking questions at the beginning of the evening. read more |
AACI Jerusalem - In honor of Yom Yerushalayim - "As Brands Plucked from the Fire"
Tuesday, May 7, 14:00
A story of valor, compassion and revenge related to the Jewish Brigade in WWII and its achievements as a Jewish fighting force as well as its role in bringing DP's to Eretz Yisrael. read more |
AACI Jerusalem - Ruby Tuesdays!
Tuesday, May 7 at 20:00
Concert evening with Encore Educational Theater Company
Members of the Encore will entertain with a selection of hit songs from their recent successes. read more |
AACI Central - Home Styling Course
Thursdays, May 9 and 16 at 19:00-21:30
Make a change, refresh and optimize your home! Join us for 3 exciting evenings in an intimate group surrounding and learn how to do it DIY style. read more |
AACI Jerusalem - Professional Women's Network Meeting
May 9, 13:00 – 15:00
"Focusing on Moving Forward in Your Work" with speaker: Ruth Hirsch MSW, MPH, CMT. read more |
AACI Central - Mindful Eating Workshop Series
Sundays: May 12, 19 & 26, 18:00-20:00
“Bathing Suit Blues??” Get into Shape for This Summer with Reena Keren, M.A. read more |
AACI Jerusalem - Fresh Insights Into Literature
Sundays, May 13, 20, 27 at 12:45
A series of lectures with Dr. Judith Oster on poetry. Discussion on ways of reading – philosophies of interpretation.
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AACI Jerusalem - A.D.D in Couples
Sunday, May 19, 19:00
Marital stressors that don’t seem to get resolved? Are you experiencing marital difficulties, or relationship difficulties, and you and/or your partner have ADD/ADHD? read more |
AACI's Employment Resource invites you to an Introduction to LinkedIn
Monday May 20, 2013, 13:30, 17:30
What it LinkedIn? Why do I need it and how can it help me? Learn to use LinkedIn effectively for finding employment and/or employment networking contacts. read more |
AACI Jerusalem - STAR Film Club - New
Wednesday, May 22, 19:30‘
The Apartment’ with Jack Lemon and Shirley Maclain. read more |
AACI Ra'anana - Legal Seminar -"You & Estate Planning" - New
Thursday, May 23, 19:00
“A Guide to the Perplexed" given by Attorney Frank Kahn who will shed light on many estate planning issues and more. |
AACI Jerusalem - Health Seminars
Sunday, May 26, 2013, 15:00 – 18:00
Following the success of our recent Alternative Approaches to Health Care events, AACI Jerusalem is pleased to bring a new series of health seminars to the English speaking public. read more |
AACI Jerusalem - Krav Maga Self Defense Class
Tuesday, May 28, 2013, 18:00 – 19:00
An introduction to the Israeli martial arts course, given by an experienced trainer. This class will focus on personal security, with opportunities for hands-on tactical experiences. read more |
AACI South - Echmann on Trial: An Eyewitness Account - New
Thursday, May 30, 20:00
Sarah Hoffman was part of the prosecution team at the trial of Adolf Eichmann. She served as the chief document translator and editor from German and English to Hebrew. Come listen to Sarah’s account. read more |
AACI Libraries at your Service
AMIT-AACI Library Jerusalem AACI Library for the Visually Impaired
The AACI Southern Branch Library AACI Netanya - Gura Family Memorial Library The AACI Library for Kids |
AMIT-AACI Library Book Donation Policy
We gladly receive donations of books IN GOOD CONDITION *Current fiction *Biography *Judaism *Holocaust
*Health and nutrition *Israel. We will NOT accept donations of: *Encyclopedias *Dictionaries *Teaching manuals *Text books *Academic books *Sifrei kodesh *Benchers *Books in languages other than English *Books in poor condition
We reserve the right to select what is appropriate for our library collection. Books that are not fitting for our use may be sold, passed on or re-cycled. Please respect our guidelines.
Thank you for supporting the AMIT-AACI library – as a member, reader and/or donor. |
 IsraTransfer is giving away an iPad Mini to one lucky winner on Facebook! All you have to do is head to the IsraTransfer Facebook Page and click on the "iPad Mini Giveaway!" button. Winner will be randomly chosen on Friday, May 3. read more |
 Did you know that AACI has a Blog?
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Join the fun on facebook – Tag yourself in our photo album. (You don’t have to be a member of facebook to view the album.)
Children’s & Teen’s Art Show Opening Night was fabulous and the crowd was standing-room only!
If you missed it, you can still come and see the show, With Brush & Pen, on display until June 13th at the AACI-Dr. Max & Gianna Glassman Family Center.
For more information…
AACI Fun & Kosher 4 Night Cruise Back by Popular Demand! - New
 August 25-29, 2013
Sailing round trip from Haifa to Rhodes & Crete
Enjoy Rhodes, the largest, and most popular of the Dodecanese Islands. Legend has it that Apollo blessed this isle with sunshine and beauty. True to the myths, the "Island of Roses" is rich in magnificent scenery and umbrella-lined beaches this is a perfect combination of sea, sun and beautiful architecture…. Agios Nikolaos is a lovely city and picturesque port town with its fishing boats, cosmopolitan atmosphere and beautiful beaches, located on the island of Crete. read more
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| KLITAH CORNER In This Issue Trips & Travel English Press Development News |
News From Bituach Leumi - New
Foreign Pensions are not counted as income when applying for Kitzvat Zikna (basic government pension). read more |
AACI Jerusalem - Navigational Series – Know your Rights - New
Monday May 13, 2013, 19:00 – 20:30
TOPIC: Understand your bills, be a smarter consumer and avoid being exploited! read more |
AACI Jerusalem and Tel Aviv with Ulpan La-Inyan - New Sessions
With Ulpan La-Inyan you will be speaking Hebrew within the first five minutes of your first class!.... read more |
The Ness Negev Business Loan Fund
To assist small businesses in the Negev, with the broader aim of creating jobs and accelerating economic activity in Israel's southern region. read more |
$70,000 Small Business Loan Program
AACI is pleased to be in partnership with the Koret Foundation’s Israel Economic Development Fund (KIEDF) and to have established a small business loan program for AACI's members. read more |
Business Mentoring Project
AACI is pleased to invite established professionals and business people to participate in a project of the Council of Olim Associations to mentor potential olim in their fields of business. read more |
AACI South -
Visit a Southern Winery
Thursday evening, May 9, 2013.
Join us for an evening at the Maresha winery in Moshav Zarchia, near Kiryat Malachi, a Kosher family winery which produces high quality wine in a new wine region developing in Israel.
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AACI Kosher Overnight Tiyul –
The Carmel & the City of Haifa
Sunday & Monday, June 2-3, 2013
Enjoy the beauty of the Carmel as we explore its
biblical history and Haifa, the third largest city in
Israel, boasting essential industry and infrastructure
plus nature and wildlife spots.
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| DEVELOPMENT NEWS In This Issue Trips & Travel Klitah Corner English Press |
 Special thanks to the volunteers who took the time to help us with our fund-raising phonathon and to those who answered in the affirmative. read more |
| AACI's Childrens Art Show April 11, 2013 Opening Night. Tag your photos on Facebook |
Help Us to Help You – Donate to AACI Now
For over 60 years, AACI has been here to help you in difficult times. Please take a moment to add your financial support to our efforts so that we can continue to be here during challenging times. read more |
| TRIPS & TRAVEL In This Issue Klitah Corner English Press Development News |
AACI Tours are Great !
The following tours are sold out. Don't miss out on future AACI trips. Book early!!
AACI 14 Night Mediterranean Kosher & Friendly Cruise, May 19 – June 2, 2013
AACI Kosher & Friendly Budapest - May 20-23, 2013
AACI Kosher Tour 1- St. Petersburg & Moscow – June 9-19, 2013
AACI Kosher Tour 2 - St. Petersburg & Moscow – July 21-28, 2013
AACI - The Verona Opera Festival & Shabbat in Florence - July 21-28, 2013 |
AACI Study Vacation #144 - Exploring the Center (Dan Region)
May 27-30, 2013
Join us once more as we explore the ‘Dan Region’ of the country with our guide Ilan Levin. As usual, our program will be full of adventure, interesting sites to visit all in a warm, friendly atmosphere. read more |
AACI's Kosher and Friendly Italy - Exploring Northern Italy with a Jewish Flavor
September 29-October 08, 2013
Trieste, Venice, Florence, Bologna, Siena, Pisa, Livorno, Monte San Savino, Todi & Spoleto
There are many places in Italy full of Jewish sights to see. Trieste known as the Gateway to Zion for its role as a point of emigration to Israel. The famous Venice lagoon, also the site of the first ghetto in Italy and many other historical Jewish landmarks to visit. read more |
AACI Kosher China
October 21-November 01, 2013
Beijing, Xian & Shanghai
This itinerary includes the country’s two major cities of Beijing and Shanghai and a detour to Xian to see the Terracotta Warriors. read more |
| AACI goals are to support the successful klitah (absorption) of new olim while providing a variety of social and professional programs that enhance the lives of Israel's English speaking community. The AACI Travel Experience generates much needed income for our programs. We hope you feel pride in knowing a small portion of your travel fare goes to be used for a wonderful purpose. |
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| THE ENGLISH PRESS In This Issue Trips & Travel Klitah Corner Development News |
Online Service Aims to Clean up Israel's Pension Mess - New
Tens of billions of retiree fund shekels are going unclaimed, as workers have lost track of their retirement accounts. A new system could fix that. read more |
I-94 Form to US to be Eliminated - New
At the beginning of May, the United States Department of Homeland Security will no longer require foreign visitors to fill out the I-94 form when arriving to select airports and seaports. read more |
Driving age Drops, Accompaniment Period Lengthens - New
As of July 1, students will be able to start driving lessons at 16-and-a-half, and at 16 and nine months they can take their driving test.
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Jonathan Pollard
AACI has been empowered by its membership to assist in the efforts on behalf of Jonathan Pollard to be released from prison. Please check the following website: ‘Justice for Jonathan Pollard’ and Bring Jonathan Pollard Home. |
| AACI continues to pray for the good health, the safe and speedy return of our missing MIA's: Ron ben Batya Arad, Zachary ben Miriam Baumel, Yehuda ben Sarah Katz, Zvi ben Penina Feldman, and Guy ben Rina Chever. |
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Main AACI Branch Address
AACI – Dr. Max & Gianna Glassman Family Center
Corner of Pierre Koenig 37 & Poalei Tzedek 2, Talpiot
P.O. Box 53349, Jerusalem 91533
Tel: 972 2 566 1181; Fax: 972 2 566 1186 E-mail: info@aaci.org.il
Hours: Sun-Thurs 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
http://www.aaci.org.il |
The mission of the AACI E-Newsletter is to inform our subscribers in Israel and North America about AACI'S programs and activities and our involvement in social, cultural, educational, environmental and recreational events. AACI is an independent, non-partisan, non-profit organization representing more than 120,000 North Americans and their families living in Israel. The organization is dedicated to encouraging aliyah and helping the successful klitah (absorption) of North Americans into Israeli society.
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