Beit Knesset Mercaz Afridar/Central Synagogue of Afridar Location: Yehezkel Zonabend St 2, Ashkelon The building was dedicated in 1959 with support of the South African Jewish community. It was recently renovated and is wheelchair accessible. It is an Ashkenaz Orthodox shul. The nusach is Sefard (not Sefardi). The congregation is among the largest in [...]
A group of over 20 volunteers spread out over Delilah Beach this morning to clean up some of the mess in the sand and the green areas beside the beach. The dedicated group, equipped with gloves and garbage bags, collected lots of trash, including bottle caps, cigarette butts and a syringe. To learn more [...]
We have received questions about healthcare in Israel and specifically in Ashkelon. Below is an answer to one person considering Aliyah. Navigating the healthcare system in Israel, like most systems here has its challenges. Besides the issue of language, there are bureaucratic obstacles that differentiate the Israeli system with four Kupot (HMOs) from a US [...]
You decided to make the move to Israel. Mazel Tov! You start looking around and thinking about what you plan on bringing and the when you get to the car in your driveway, you start to wonder if it is worthwhile importing. The Ministry of Economy and Industry has a webpage that walks you through [...]
Ashkelon123 will help you with a soft landing on your first day in Ashkelon. Tell us when you're coming so we can welcome you "home" with a friendly face, a newcomer's kit and a hand-delivered pizza! Contact us and let us know when you are supposed to arrive, where you will be staying and how [...]
If you are not familiar with Jewanced, you owe it to yourself to check them out. Jewanced is hosted by Dan Feferman and Benny Scholder, two guys who grew up in America and live in Israel. They’re curious. They want to discuss. They want to challenge popular conceptions, think critically, examine independently, and most of [...]
BEACH CLEANUP Join the Young Anglos of Ashkelon in a beach cleanup! Date: Friday, April 23, 2021 Time: 10:00 - 12:00 Where: Meet at Delilah Beach near the children's playground. Bring your own bags and gloves. This is an event for the whole family!
Globes ran a very interesting article on how popular Ashkelon has become in Israel's real estate market: "Not Tel Aviv, not Jerusalem, not Beer Sheva. Meet the undisputed real estate queen of 2020: Ashkelon. One in 20 deals made in Israel last year was in the southern coastal city; one in every 20 apartments that [...]
With so many amazing English speaking communities in Israel, how does a 50+ English speaking individual or couple choose where to live? There are so many options, but when you deep dive into the various communities, the list becomes shorter. What factors are important for people in this age range? Whether a person is retired [...]
From the IDF Spokesperson: On the occasion of the 73rd Independence Day: The Air Force will hold a salute flight over Israeli cities The Air Force prepared a salute to the citizens of the State of Israel called "Israeli Brotherhood." The flight will take place during the 73rd Independence Day of the State of Israel [...]
