Fun In Jerusalem

Preparing Mishloach Manot can be a great activity to do with your kids. Stores throughout the city carry the necessary supplies and you will find a candy store on every corner. The following is a list of some special places to go with unique products. If its on the list then its worth the drive!

Mishloach Manot & Purim Seuda Supplies

 

Preparing for Purim with Your Kids in Jerusalem

Although Purim is technically a one day holiday, in Jerusalem the Purim fever lasts for a few weeks. Stores have begun to sell Oznei Haman (special Purim cookies), costumes and mishloach manot. It is hard to imagine as the rain continues to fall and the temperatures drop, that we are about to enter the month of Adar.

The following posts will include resources that local Jerusalemites can use, to make their Purim preparation easier. We hope to post new resources each week. We are excited to offer you some great discounts. Make sure to print your coupons. 

Please share your good ideas with us either by adding a comment or emailing us directly at info@funinjerusalem.com

COSTUMES

Rentals: Renting costumes in Israel is not easy. In fact when we researched Costume Rental places in Jerusalem we were very disappointed. 

Tel Aviv: Machsanei Lev is the place to go. They specialize in adult and teen costume rentals and they do have some kids sizes as well. Customers are asked to come into the shop on Rechov Ben Yehuda to take measurements and the costumes range from 100 NIS to 500 NIS for a 3 day rental. Call early because Costumes sell out quickly before Purim. Make sure to tell them you heard about them on Fun In Jerusalem.

Costume Stores: The “Hidden” Gems Revealed

Har Nof: Efronit has been in the costume business for over 25 years. They are an art supply/toy store in Har Nof but as of Monday February 8th their shop transforms into a costume warehouse. They have one of the best selection of infant, child, teen and adult costumes.

Hours: 9:30am-1:30pm, 4:00pm-7:00pm (9:30am-7:00pm Purim Week) 
Phone: 02-651-8273
Address:15 Chai Taib, Har Nof
Coupon: Click here for 5% off all Purim Costumes

Efrat: Anfei Dekel has created a special costume room next to their art/toy store. They have a large selection of masks, hats, children’s costumes, butterfly wings, makeup, swords, crowns, wigs, baby costumes and more. If you are looking for a one stop shop for costumes, then it is worth the drive to Efrat. The store is located in the Dekel shopping arcade.

Hours: Sunday-Thursday 8:30am-7:00pm, Friday 8:30am-1:00pm
Phone: 02-993-3131
Address:Dekel Shopping Mall, Efrat
Coupon: Click here for 10% off all Purim Costumes

Geula: Sifrei Geula has a good selection of Purim Costume Accesories. They have very nice masks, hats, wigs, swords, guns, makeup etc.
         Hours: 9am-8pm
         Phone: 02-537-0485
         Address: Malchei Israel 10, Geula

Emek Refaaim Friday Street Fair: Limonero sells handmade costumes for babies-4 yrs. Costumes include superman, minnie mouse, frogs etc. Costs range between 120 NIS-220 NIS.

         Hours: Friday Mornings
         Phone:1-700-50-57-67
         Address: ICCC 12 Emek Refaaim, German Colony 

The Shuk: We are currently looking into specific shops to recommend in this area.

After Purim

A new Purim Costume Gemach has opened in Ramat Beit Shemesh and they are looking for new costumes. If you would like to donate your costumes to the gemach after Purim then please call Etti at 02-999-7780.

The Maale Adumim Purim Gemach is also accepting costumes after Purim. Please contact Andrea Brownstein at andrea2709@gmail.com

Posts Coming Soon on Fun In Jerusalem…

• Arts & Crafts Ideas for Purim
• Mishloach Manot Suppies and Ready Made Options
• Family Friendly Megilla Readings
• For special Purim activities through out the city please check our Calendar

Fun In Jerusalem Purim Offers

• Costume Offers
• Mishloach Manot Supply Offers 
• Ready Made Mishloach Manot: Gluten Free & Healthy Options 
  

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Purim Costumes

Last week Kibbutz Ramat Rachel hosted the annual Balloonland Convention for Balloon artists from around the world. The event is put on each year by Elisa from www.balloonland.co.il. Balloon artists from around the country come to Jerusalem to enjoy workshops and classes. Some of the guests included Medical Clowns, who use their talents to entertain sick children in the hospital.

This year the local children from the community were given a chance to enjoy the spoils. Children lined up in the lobby of the Ramat Rachel Hotel for the Grand Finale Raffle. Balloons from the workshops including masks, crowns, flowers, columns, walls and more were raffled off to lucky children. The event was a huge success and the lobby was packed.

At the end of the event those who were still around even got to see some tricks of the trade as Elisa took down the balloons she had hung in the lobby with a long pole using magnets.

Balloonland offers balloon services for kids parties, bris, Bar/Bat Mitzva parties, centerpieces and more.

Fabulous Finds: Fun In Jerusalem’s Top-Four Hanukkah Gift Picks for Kids

• ArtOPlay
• MyNooly
• Green Lullaby
• Handmade in Israel
  

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ArtOPlay: Development & Production of Art Games for Kids
This unique set of games builds on classic toy concepts and adds a creative art piece. Kids learn about famous paintings while playing memory and card games. These games are made of high quality material and created by women with years of experience at the Tel Aviv Museum of Art. Instructions and sketchbooks are in Hebrew + English. Sold in museum shops and specialty boutiques.

Pose (Memory with famous pieces of art)
Age: Each game can be played on a variety of levels for kids 5-Adults.
# Players: 2-6 
Retail: 130 NIS

Tails ( Four Card Games with famous Animal paintings)
Age: Each game can be played on a variety of levels for kids 4-Adults.
# Players: 2-4
Retail: 130 NIS

To Purchase in Jerusalem: 4 U Gifts, 02-671-8406, 41 Derech Hebron, Jerusalem (across the street from Super Deal)

To Find a Store Near You or Order Directly: Chana 054-540-2855 or Idit 054-428-0800

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MyNooly
Custom made soft furnishings for babies and young kids. My Nooly carries Personalized Blankets, Dolls, Hair Clips, Cot Bumpers, Wall Art, Softies and more. All products are made in Jerusalem. All items can be personalized and customized…Just ask Yael the artist.

Featured Product for Kids: Cupcake Crayon Roll- Soft fabric which can hold a collection of crayons, comes in a cupcake pattern, and can be rolled and tied closed.  
Price: $20
Special Fun In Jerusalem Offer: 10% off all products at www.mynooly.com till the end of December. Use code: JERU09

To Purchase Online: www.mynooly.com 

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Green Lullaby

Green Lullaby creates innovative furniture, storage and play items, made entirely of cardboard. Safe, soft and environmentally friendly.
Smart, light, easy to assemble and use, and provide hours of fun for both parents and children. Toys include a doll house, toy storage boxes, baby cradle and doll cradle. Made in Israel.

Special Fun In Jerusalem Offer: 10% off The Doll House or Multi Purpose Boxes at Gilgul 8 Emek Refaim, 02-566-0555.

To Purchase in Jerusalem: Gilgul, 8 Emek Refaaim 02-566-0555

To Purchase Online: www.green-lullaby.com 

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Hand Made in Israel 

Handmade and customized cards made of high quality material with fun and playful designs. Treasure boxes with boys and girls designs. International shipping is available. Custom designs are also available. 

Prices:
Hanukka Cards (Pack of 3): $12
Treasure Box: $8
Framed Print: $10-$14

To Purchase Online: http://www.handmadeinisrael.etsy.com