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The War Against Israel: How to Feel Supported, Connected and Comforted with Everything Going On Right Now

17/10/2023 by Karen

If you’re feeling isolated, shocked, heartbroken or scared, and unsure how to communicate about everything happening in Israel with your non-Jewish friends, colleagues, or on social media, watch the replay from last Sunday’s community get-together where you’ll learn:

  • How to handle friends who are outspoken about other issues, but are silent on Israel
  • Tips for talking about the war in Israel effectively
  • When to engage and when to walk away
  • How to handle comment trolls
  • Self care: How to deal with the stress of Jew hate
  • Basic history of the conflict, and resources on where to find out more

>> WATCH NOW

Some of the comments that have come in from people who have watched it are:

“I feel very confident now on how to approach others on the topic. Thank you so much”

“I’ve been feeling so alone. I don’t anymore!”

“Loved the ‘Chevruta”

“I might be able to sleep tonight for the first time in more than a week. It is just so nice to not feel alone.”

“Thank you for giving us straightforward ways of dealing with what we are all facing”

“I have felt so alone going through all of this, and now I feel connected + comforted”

“Thank you, you have brought light and made me feel better and hopeful”

“Not to waste time on idiots and trolls. More Jewish Joy and Hope!”

“Thanks for giving feeling of support, tips, just got to know you and love it!”

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COMMUNITY GET-TOGETHER: How To Talk about the War in Israel with People Who Don’t Get It

12/10/2023 by Karen Cinnamon

How are you doing? I know that right now many of us are feeling isolated, shocked, heartbroken, and scared – and unsure how to communicate about it all with our non-Jewish friends, colleagues, and on social media.

It’s not easy to engage when we’re confronted with silence, or worse, hostility toward Israel.

But it’s so important that we speak up about what’s really going on – and I want to make sure you have the tools to do so confidently, safely, and effectively. 

That’s why this Sunday October 15, at 8:30 PM UK / 3:30 PM NYC / 12:30 PM LA I’m running a one-hour community get-together, where you’ll learn:

  • Tips for talking about the war in Israel effectively
  • When to engage and when to walk away
  • How to handle comment trolls
  • Basic history of the conflict, and resources on where to find out more
  • Plus, you’ll find a safe space to be with others who get how you’re feeling.

This event is free and open to the community, to please do register now and share with anyone you think could benefit.
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A Magical Garden Jewish Wedding at Habustan, Abu Gosh, Israel

26/09/2023 by Karen Cinnamon

Ariella & Ryan, Habustan, Abu Gosh, Israel

Gorgeous venue alert! Israeli couple Ariella, an account manager in digital marketing, and Ryan, a product manager at a high-tech startup, fell in love with their venue, Habustan, the minute they set eyes on it – and we’re pretty sure we’re having the same experience right now!

The couple couldn’t get enough of the magical garden vibes, and they knew they wanted to keep the focus for their big day on the venue’s natural splendor, with fairy lights, trees, and flowers galore. Their photographer, Smashing The Glass Recommended Vendor Herschel Gutman, captured the understated yet elegant feel of the day so perfectly – in addition to making Ariella and Ryan and their guests feel comfortable and calm as he captured the most phenomenal moments.

One special touch we love: when it came time for the sheva brachot, Ariella and Ryan picked seven VIPs to give one bracha each, and they gave their MC a small script to introduce each person, thanking them for the way they touched the couple’s lives.

We’ll let Ariella fill you in on the rest…

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How We Met

Ariella, the bride: . We met through a mutual connection, who knew Ryan well and got my name and info from a friend of his who found out that I had recently made Aliyah. We went on our first date only three weeks after I landed in Israel and the rest is history!Continue ReadingContinue Reading

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A Laid-Back, Gluten-Free Pizza Party Jewish Wedding Full of Personal Touches at Bait B’Guy, Israel

08/09/2023 by Karen Cinnamon

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We’re obsessed with the fact that Jazzie and Moshe’s vision for their Israeli Jewish wedding was “a massive pizza party with our nearest and dearest!” How fun does that sound?!

In keeping with their theme, Jazzie and Moshe kept things low-key and casual, with lots of involvement from family and friends. One of the most special touches: Jazzie’s grandparents served as flower girl and boy!

We also love that Jazzie upcycled her mother’s wedding dress for her bridal look – she had the lace of the gown turned into a top and had a skirt custom made by a local seamstress, and then when it came time for dancing she switched into a pair of fun bridal shorts!

Jazzie wanted to work with as many local female businesses as possible, and one of those was beloved Smashing The Glass Recommended Vendor The Delicate Brush, who designed the couple’s stunning eucalyptus ketubah – don’t miss it in the wonderful photos by Sabres!

And we can’t go without mentioning the food: you see, this wasn’t just any pizza party, but a 100% gluten-free one! In addition to artisan pizzas, the menu featured lasagna, salads, bruschetta, hummus, and ice cream, and the couple got compliments on the fab menu for weeks afterward, with most guests not even realizing it was all gluten-free!

Now over to the bride…

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How We Met

Jazzie, the bride and Moshe, the groom: It would be great if we could say we met, fell in love, and the rest is history- but the story doesn’t quite go like that. In the spring of 2021, amidst a global pandemic and a lot of uncertainty our very good mutual friends moved into the apartment next door to Jazzie. Who helped them move in? Well, Moshe of course.

Fast forward a few months and the 4 of us had become like family. We began to spend most Shabbat meals together and spent nearly every Saturday night watching movies, cooking, and playing games. Eventually, we began to also go out just the two of us (Jazzie thought they were dates, apparently Moshe did not.)

After many months of “dating not dating” Jazzie finally decided to just come out and ask Moshe what the heck was going on between them- and that is when we finally decided to stop fighting it and start dating. A year later Moshe asked Jazzie to marry him in one of her favorite places on earth and now the rest really is history.Continue ReadingContinue Reading

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A Dana Harel Bride for an Enchanted Boho Beach Jewish Wedding at Al Hayam, Caesarea, Israel

18/08/2023 by Karen Cinnamon

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You’ll never believe the wild story behind this absolute stunner of a Jewish wedding! Amy, a social media manager (and the daughter of beloved Smashing The Glass Recommended Vendor Toastmaster Jango!), and Dan, a freelance marketing consultant, had the most gorgeous Israeli Jewish wedding at Caesarea’s Al Hayam  – but until two days prior, they were actually planning on marrying at a totally different venue in the south of Israel!

A security situation in the south meant they had to change things around at the very last minute – but luckily they had an amazing planner, Yana from Smashing The Glass Recommended Vendor Craspedia Events, on hand to save the day. In the span of 48 hours, Yana secured Al Hayam for the couple – and they ended up loving it even more than their original choice. Have a scroll through the exquisite photos by Your Story Wedd and you’ll see why!

Understandably, the couple can’t stop raving about Yana. In Amy’s words, “She really understood my vision, she is so knowledgeable about the industry and is just the best person ever! She is so calming and really is there to help and guide you through the process. I can’t recommend her enough!”

Now over to Amy, who looked simply sublime in her gown by Israeli designer Dana Harel Design…

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How We Met

Amy, the bride: We met at a mutual friend’s birthday in London. Dan was already living in Israel at the time and I was actually planning on moving to Tel Aviv later that year. We kept in touch and then I moved nine months later and the rest is history!

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