[ha-Safran] Southern Palestine and Jerusalem (1882)

We have a copy of this book available to a library (within U.S. only, please) for the cost of shipping and handling. The full citation is William M. Thomson, D.D. *Southern Palestine and Jerusalem : The Land and The Book or, biblical illustrations drawn from the manners and customs, the scenes

[ha-Safran] seeking a 21st century version of The Many Faces of Judaism

Shalom wonderful safranim, *The Many Faces of Judaism *by Gilbert S. Rosenthal compares the different denominations of Judaism in a user friendly manner. Does anyone have a suggestion for a similar book that could be used with high school students? Many thanks in advance for your suggestions.

[ha-Safran] Free entry to Israel Museums on May 23 - Lag Ba'Omer

Hi Everyone! On Thursday May 23, when schools are off for Lag Ba'Omer, many of Israel's museums will open their doors for free, to participate in International Museum Day.  There is an English list of museums participating at: http://bit.ly/international-museum-day-may23-eng There is a detailed