Dec 20, 2012

Where is there a Tailor in Raanana?

After many years I've decided to update this post as there are now a lot more tailors in Raanana! Here is a rundown of Raanana tailors and seamstresses that do alterations in Raanana.

(קו ותפר) Kav VaTefer
Raanana Mall, near the food court.
Open Hours:
Winter
Sun-Thurs:
10:00-21:30
Fri & holiday eves 09:00-15:00
Saturday nights & evenings after a holiday open 45min after Shabbat finishes - 22:30
Summer
Sun-Thurs:
10:00-22:00
Fri & holiday eves 09:00-15:30
Saturday nights & evenings after a holiday open 30min after Shabbat finishes - 23:00
Tel: 09-7603374

מהיא התפרנית Maya HaTafranit
Eliezer Yaffa 5/Ahuza 120 Raanana
Although the street address is on Eliezer Yaffa, you need to go down an open-air passage, to the courtyard of Maccabi and as you turn the corner you'll see this tailor shop. You can also access the store from Ahuza, via the Maccabi courtyard.
Open Hours:
Sun-Thurs:
09:00-17:00
Tel: 09-7486790, 09-3672066

Toferet
Ahuza 110, Raanana
This is a shopping passageway and the tailor is on your left as you walk into the passage. If you are familiar with Raanana, it is where you'll find the store Pie that sells school T-shirts. 

Luba HaToferet
Borochov 6, Raanana
This is a tiny store on the corner of another open-air passage. It is next to the evening dress store Natalie, which is very convenient if you need alterations to an evening dress!

I know there are more tailors in Raanana, but I can't find their details. Can you add to this list? Leave the name of your favorite Raanana seamstress in the comments.

Oct 27, 2012

Get Rid of Lice

A new store/hairdresser has just opened up. I don't have all the details but they are exclusively for removing lice. The place is brightly colored and kid-friendly. this is a service many moms have often talked about and now it is here! The store is located next to Ilans on the plaza opposite Yad Lebanim (where Blockbuster and Sheluv are). The name of the hairdresser is Canim - li -la- lo. I may have the name wrong but I'll look into it and get back to you.

Aug 15, 2012

getting school books for the new year.

I had a very positive experience getting my kid's school books this year, after years of battling my way through the crowds at Fabians I tried Masada the book store in the passage way leading to Merkaz Elram (where McDonald's is. I was the only one there getting school books, had their full attention and it all went smoothly. Give it a try.

If you're looking for a gift to give your kids for teh new school year read this article:

Gift ideas for the first day of school

Aug 14, 2012

B&B in Raanana - Luxury Raanana rental

If you need a place for visiting friends or relatives to stay while in Raanana you'll find that most of the Raanana rentals on offer are not of a very good standard, however now there is a new exclusive and luxurious option. B&D is a boutique inn in Raanana, the first of its kind and as far as I know the only one of this standard. It is centrally located, newly renovated, 3 rooms and fully furnished and equipped. The B&D can accommodate up to 6 people and the furnishings are really top of the line. A weekly clean and change of linen is included in the price and the apartment is air-conditioned.
Don't think twice, this is your most comfortable option in Raanana.
For more details visit their English website: B&D - and if you're wondering why it's B&D and not B&B the apartment is managed by Bernice and Debbie!



Jun 8, 2012

New Mikvah in East Raanana

Well at one end of the city the Mikvah is broken so now they want to open one at the other end of the city. Contractors have recently tended their bids on the building of a new mikvah in Raanana's eastern neighborhood. The proposed new mikvah will be in David Elazar Street which is off of Shwartz Street just after Ravutski Street. I suppose this is logical but what about those who have now lost their mikvah in Kiriat Sharet?

Jun 3, 2012

Kriat Sharet Mikvah not open

Since about mid-May the Kiriat Sharet mikvah has been closed this is due to a problem with the electricity or heating system so there is no hot water. The problem has been going on for 2 weeks as I write this and one of the Balaniot told me it is because it is too expensive to fix! So for now there is only one mikvah in Raanana in Hertzel Street. Use of the mikvah costs 15 shekels.

Feb 6, 2012

Purim is on its way....Get involved

If you are interested in getting involved in the making of Purim floats for the parade now is the time to contact the Municipality and speak to some one from the education department (ask for Rina Arbel). This work is sometimes voluntary and sometimes you can get a paying gig. Its fun and if you have kids it is even more rewarding.