Jerusalem Organizations

     These friendly organizations outreach to all those interested in discovering the beauty, depth and joy of Judaism. They all speak English. Contact them today.

      Aish HaTorah, founded in 1974, offers day and longer-term Jewish learning programs for almost any person regardless of their background, age or level of observance. They have programs, classrooms, and dormitories throughout the Jewish Quarter of the Old City and other areas of Jerusalem. Aish HaTorah's centerpiece, their new World Center and Beis Medrash, is located opposite the Western Wall. Aish HaTorah operates programs in over 100 cities on five continents, with thousands attending annually. They also offer programs in Russian in Jerusalem.

Rabbi Noah Weinberg, Dean, Aish Hatorah, Rechov Shvut 1, Old City, Jerusalem 91141, Office: 02-628-5666, fax: (02)-538-5186, Fax: 627-3172, Buses: 1, 2, 38 E-mail: info@Aish.edu, jerusalem@aish.edu Homepage: http://www.aish.edu

     Ohr Somayach is a popular Jewish Learning Center that offers young leadership programs, Jewish Self-sufficiency programs - to help one acquire the fundamentals to be able to learn Torah on one's own—and a Yeshiva learning program for men. A person can drop-by there and learn one-on-one with a friendly peer. They are the publishers of the famed OHRNET publication that is available via the internet. They also have an extensive Jewish library for men and women with English titles. They are located at 22 Shimon Hatzadik Street, Maalot Daphna, POB 18103, Jerusalem 91180, Israel. Tel: 02-581-0315 Fax: 972-2-581-2890 Bus: 22 E-mail: brickman@ohr.israel.net Homepage: http://www.ohr.org.il

     Heritage House Youth Hostels can help you experience the magic of Jerusalem. Heritage house offers more than just a clean and safe place to stay. Their friendly atmosphere gives you a chance to mingle with other Jewish travelers from around the world. Located in the heart of the Jewish Quarter of Jerusalem's Old City, they enable you to experience the beauty of a Shabbat at the Western Wall. Their Shabbat Hospitality program offers you the opportunity of joining a friendly Jerusalem family for a tantalizing home-made culinary experience and uplifting song. You may choose to explore your roots through their interesting classes (optional) on ALL aspects of Jewish thought given by some of the most fascinating speakers in the country. Contact them at 02-627-1916, 90 Chabad Street, Old City (office) 9am-4:45 pm. Men's Hostel, 2 Or HaChaim Street, Old City, tel: 02-627-2224; Women's Hostel, 7 Hamalach Street, Old City, tel: 02-628-1820. Buses: 1,2,3,6,19,20,30,38. Fax: 02-628-8302, Email; heritage@netvision.net.il, Homepage: http://www.heritage.org.il

     Jeff Seidel's Center provides free Jewish information and programs. It offers educational tours around the Old City and other parts of the country, a Jewish university lecture series and Holiday programs. They can also refer you to a Jewish program that's right for you. Wherever you find yourself, they can help you experience a Shabbat meal with a nice Jewish family. Call them to reserve a place for you. Pick up their "Jewish Travelers Resource Guide." About 20,000 students and travelers visit the Jewish Student Centers every year. For Jewish contacts (for Shabbat Hospitality or Info) anywhere in the world, e-mail them: jseidel@jer1.co.il or visit their web site at http://www.geocities.com/athens/7613,

· Jewish Student Information Center, 5 Beit-El Street, Jewish Quarter, Old City, Jerusalem, Phone: (02) 628-8338, 628-2634, Cellular Phone: (052) 867-795, Fax: 628-8338 Buses: 1, 2, 38

· Jewish Student Information Center For Hebrew University, Bar Kochba 87/2, French Hill, Jerusalem, Phone: 02-581-2240, Fax: 02-628-8338

 · Jewish Student Information Center, for TeI-Aviv University, Rabbi Abraham Novick, 16/7 Beit Zuri St., Ramat Aviv, Tel Aviv, Phone: 03-642-0264 e-mail: terrapin@netmedia.net.il

Please note: Due to the present tensions, it is advisable to avoid visiting areas of conflict in Israel. 

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