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Festival Review: Jacob’s Ladder Festival

One of the best things about the festival is the buzz that starts on the first evening and just builds as it progresses.

Getting close to the Kinneret

The lineup of the annual Jacob’s Ladder Festival includes new faces and old favorites.

Finance Minister visits DC, meets US Treasury Sec., Israel Bonds leaders

"We need your help, and know we can count on you to be there for us," Kahlon told leaders of Israel Bonds in Washington

Kinneret’s deceptive depths a new danger to swimmers

Givati stressed the importance of ensuring that the lake’s shores have proper signage, warning bathers to be aware of the conditions, particularly when there are strong easterly winds.

Weather forces Tel Aviv, Eilat, Haifa airports to shut down

The IAA is encouraging everyone planning to fly to and from Eilat to check with their individual airlines for the latest information.

Dusty wind storms bring air pollution, shut down Sde Dov Airport

Most parts of the country experiencing extremely dry winter; Kinneret rose only 2.5c.m. in the entire month of February, lowest rise ever recorded.

'Israel experiencing unprecedented drought conditions'

Since the 10-day mega-storm that drenched the country in mid-December, Israel has experienced almost no rainfall.

3.5-magnitude quake hits north of Lake Kinneret

Residents in area report feeling small tremors; no injuries or damage reported.

Jordanian PM: Sell future desalinated water to Israel, purchase more Kinneret water

Project highly controversial among Israelis and Jordanians.

Kinneret water to be released into Jordan River

1,000 cubic meters of water per hour will be discharged next month from the Sea of Galilee to replenish river.

Water Authority: ‘Severe drought’ from 2015-2035

Despite dire predictions, country not expected to suffer water shortage.

A sea of birds overtakes the North

About two dozen bird experts from all over the world enjoy a field day among Israel’s bird oasis ahead of avian conference.

Kinneret rises to within 2 meters of capacity

The Sea of Galilee rises 1.1 meters in January; encouraging water levels don’t "mean we can splurge," says expert.

Kinneret rises to near full capacity

With stormy weather on the horizon, Water Authority spokesman says encouraging water levels doesn't "mean we can splurge."

Weekend rains bring surge to Kinneret water level

Israelis from the Center to the North take refuge from thundering winds and torrential rains throughout the weekend.

Kinneret at highest October levels in six years

This year’s early rains encourage water officials; water level stands at 212.345 meters below sea level.

Moshav fears repercussion of 8-hour power outage

Once every few months, IEC has been cutting electricity it supplies to Yesud Hama’ala to fix electrical system problems.

GII: 3.7 quake centered in Kinneret, Hula areas

Tremor felt by residents of Metulla, Kiryat Shmona and Tiberias; police say no immediate reports of damage or injuries.

Weekend storms wreck NIS 30m. in crops

While the weekend’s storm did wonders for Lake Kinneret (the Sea of Galilee), it caused severe damage to crops.

Rain significant, but still below yearly average

Weekend’s precipitation had visible effects upon North, where rainfall increased river flow in the Kinneret, Western Galilee.

Heavy snow storms hit northern Golan Heights

Police close major roads, advise public not to travel to area; heavy rain, storms expected throughout the country.

Despite rain, water crisis persists

Lake Kinneret's water level is 55 centimeters under the 213 meter red line, and a full 4.75 meters away from full capacity.

This Week in History: Swamps, birds, water wars

In November 1958, JNF completed a seven-year project, draining the vast Hula lake and swamps, marking a huge engineering feat; but disastrous ecological repercussions soon became apparent.

Grapevine: In the swim of diplomacy

Leading an intrepid team from the UK Embassy in Tel Aviv, the ambassador and his colleagues put in a very respectable performance in what is one of the largest amateur sports events in Israel.

Sinking Kinneret to get infusion of desalinated water

With Israel apparently approaching a fifth-consecutive dry year, the Kinneret has dropped to dangerously low levels.

Plugged in and ready to go

On the whole, Better Place customers are satisfied with their product, though they point to a few less convenient aspects.

'Republican lawmaker skinny-dipped on Israel trip'

FBI investigated GOP congressmen, top leadership staff over late-night swim in Kinneret during privately-funded visit.

Sea of Galilee extreme fishing teams compete in silence for 125 hours

So far 153 carp have been caught and released, with the prize fish reaching the weight of 11.28 kg.

Taly's Travel: A tropical paradise close to homet

Spa Village in Hamat Gader, the largest natural hot springs resort in Israel, is a tropical paradise.

Body of missing man found near Sea of Galilee beach

The man, a tourist in his 30s, had been missing for two days.

On the Sea of Galilee's waterfront

The Setai Sea of Galilee Hotel blends boutique sophistication and elegant pampering on the shores of the Kinneret.

Lake Kinneret experiences worst May since 1920

As drought continues to strike the northern region for the fourth year in a row, the Water Authority has ceased pumping water from the Kinneret almost entirely.

Funeral held for two youth found dead at Kinneret, third body located

On Monday night Public Security Minister Gilad Erdan issued a condolences to the families.

Watch: Israeli police tase US tourist who claimed to hear voice of Jesus

The man did not heed repeated calls to stop, continuing to threaten the police even following the use of a taser gun on the suspect.

Search continues for three people missing at Lake Kinneret

The three missing young men were swept away while floating on inflatable mattresses in the water.

Jordanian citizen attacks Israeli motorist near Kinneret

The man was shot in the leg and taken into custody.

Hundreds of thousands of Israelis head outdoors during Passover holiday

Some 200,000 take to country's national parks, nature reserves and forests to enjoy time in nature on first day of chol hamoed.

WATCH: Bronze mask of the god Pan thought to be some 2,000 years old found near Lake Kinneret

According to the archaeologist the mask is unlike any other discovered before due to its great size, larger than a human head.

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Jacob’s Ladder offers about 40 musical shows, dancing and family activities, including many international groups.

Places to go, sites to see

On Passover, the country abounds with diverse activities for the whole family to enjoy.

Kids and the Kinneret

The North is a veritable wonderland of activities and attractions for children – and their parents.

חוֹף נָגִיש לְנָכִים

Beach accessible to the disabled

אַנְשֵי הַכִּנֶרֶת

Kinneret People

Viewpoint: What can we hope for in 2018?

Shape the time that is your own personal possession, and as you do, the hours, days and months of 2018 will fill your life with a brighter future.

Viewpoint: The best alternative

The Red Sea-Dead Sea Conveyance project trumps all other options to save the Dead Sea and it is a pity that various organizations continue to mislead the public.

Sparkling diamond anniversary swim

The Kinneret Swim has grown to be the third-biggest swimming participation event in the world.

Return to Ikrit

Third-generation descendants have come back to reclaim their lost village in the Galilee

Doughnuts and Maccabees

Around and about on Hanukka: Check out the wide selection of indoor and outdoor activities on offer all over the country for all the family.

Place of stories

‘We believe a home should be a sanctuary, a safe place, a place that welcomes people and embraces them’

Tiberias: Israel’s diamond in the rough

The Israel Hotel Association has taken action to rejuvenate hotels in Tiberias, and the city is turning into a tourist gem.

Racing with dragons

The Dragon Boat Israel Festival brings together 33 teams from Israel and abroad at Kibbutz Ma’agan on the Kinneret to raise money for the North.

Rowing for life

Women who have undergone surgery for breast cancer band together to row across Lake Kinneret in a competition that tests their physical and emotional strength

Arrivals: Eyes wide open

Moving to Israel didn’t turn out to be much of a stretch for Rachel Adler, who now teaches yoga in Tel Aviv.

East of Lake Kinneret

A tour with an Israeli date

A new visitors’ center at Kvutzat Kinneret takes tourists on a historical journey through the country’s date industry.

Moving along swimmingly

Since it began six years ago, Swim4Sadna, in which women swim the Kinneret to raise money for a special-education center and school in Gush Etzion, has become an annual tradition.

Shake a leg by the Kinneret

The Merry Poppins quintet will sound high notes at next week’s Jacob’s Ladder festival at Nof Ginossar.

Kayaking for gold on the Kinneret

The Jordan Valley Kayak Sprint Club revives the tradition of training an international cadre of paddling champs.

100 kilos of fish caught in Kinneret competition, despite stormy weather

News briefs from around Israel.

City Notes: Tze’elon beach closed due to dangerous vegetation

Due to the significant drop in Lake Kinneret’s water levels by two meters in the summer months, tamarisk bushes and the roots of sharp reeds surfaced along 150 meters of the beach.

Rocking the dragon boat

An intrepid ‘Metro’ reporter joins the OneFamily team at a Tiberias sports race.

City notes: Thousands join 60th Cross-Kinneret Swim

Israel’s first vegan festival draws over 10,000 visitors; Int’l science conference takes place in Eilat.

Schoolchildren do ‘Passover cleaning’ at Kinneret

City Notes: Weekly wrap-up of local news.

Showtime: A fine wine harvest

The Herzberg Vineyard at Moshav Sitriya near Rehovot launches its 2010 harvest wines today at a free event.

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The Performing Arts Center in Tel Aviv will host an intriguing cross-genre dance show from September 20 to 24.

Gilad Schalit to participate in Acre bike race

Lake Kinneret rises 20 centimeters over the weekend and now stands 3.37 meters below the basin’s upper red line.

Israeli students' union takes a stand to promote equality for LGBT community

National Union of Israeli Students urges government to act to ensure LGBT rights and equality in Israel.

January driest month in ages for many regions in Israel

Dry winter is caused by a phenomenon called “blocking,” in which most rain systems are “stuck” in Western Europe, expert says.

Temperatures remain low as weekend storm blows over

Public transport to and from the capital operates in limited capacity; power outages continue in many neighborhoods in the city.

Israelis brace for frigid temperatures, escalating storms

Although winter arrived late this year, low temperatures serve as reminder that winter has arrived; Jerusalem Municipality readies for possible snowfall.

First winter storm of season hits Israel - Kinneret rises, Mount Hermon sees snow

Unseasonably warm weather broken by scattered showers from the North to the Negev; winter weather forecasted to continue over weekend.

Two earthquakes in one day shake northern Israel

Head of Geophysical Institute: Still no explanation for tremblors; no reports of injuries or damage.

Country crippled by snowfall, flooding for 6th day

Worst storm in twenty years begins to subside after rain, snow and hail sweep the region; Kinneret rises unparalleled 73 cm.

Chaos in Israel as rain and winds pound the country

Stormy weather causes heavy traffic, shuts down roads, causes damage; snow possible in capital Wednesday, forecasters say.

Israel braces for storm with 100 km/h winds

Forecasters expect one of the rainiest weeks in recent memory, with showers falling from the North to the Negev.

Not-quite-apocalyptic storms hit Israel

Sure, the Water Authority says the weather system is a once-in-a-decade event, but it's not the end of the world.

Settler teen arrested for W. Bank mosque arson

17-year-old suspected of taking part in “price tag” arson attack in Jab’a, south of Ramallah in June.

Kinneret rises 12 centimeters over the weekend

Following rainy weekend, Kinneret water level rises just above Water Authority's "bottom red line" and within 2.96 meters of full.

Blanket of snow covers the North as storms resume

Jerusalem received no snowfall after extensive municipal preparations; travelers advised to avoid the Golan, Judean desert.

Record rains hit North, but Kinneret still low

Lake remains 11 cm. below "bottom red line" despite significant increase.

Kinneret water level rises 55 cm. in 1 month

Lake remains 10 cm. below "bottom red line" despite significant increase.

Kinneret water level rises 13 cm. in 5 days

Lake remains 38 cm. below "bottom red line" despite significant increase.

Mount Hermon open to skiers, Kinneret level rises

Winter weather leaves 1.5 meters of snow on upper slopes; despite showers, Lake Kinneret remains under "bottom red line."

Mario Lopez tours the Holy Land

Catholic TV host and actor arrives to "kick it where Jesus used to be."

The Human Spirit: Swimmer 299

The all-women’s swim-a-thon is called Swim4Sadna, and I assure them that when dawn breaks on Friday, I'll be in the water with the others.

Borderline Views: A new water policy for Israel

We should be thankful for the daily rise of the water levels in the Kinneret and, at the same time, should demand a new and comprehensive water policy for the country.

Preparing for rain

However, along with rain’s many blessings have come casualties and damage caused by wet roads, flooding and felled trees.

On the shores of the Kinneret

Relax at the Lakeview Wellness Center in Tiberias’s Scots Hotel.

A northern getaway

Head North to the Kinneret for some of the best vacation locations Israel has to offer.

Sites and Insights: Linking cisterns, rain and Torah

The recent discovery of a massive water reservoir by the Temple Mount underscores the importance Simhat Torah.

Kids are most welcome

The Pastoral Hotel in Kfar Blum has added a new boutique wing with 45 luxurious family rooms.

Off the Beaten Track: Cooling off near the Kinneret

While the temperatures are just too hot for a full day of sightseeing, the Majrasse Stream is a great alternative for all the family.

Off the Beaten Track: 'The Jesus Boat'

The museum at Kibbutz Ginnosar houses an intact boat that may have been used by Jewish fisherman at time of Jesus.

Off the Beaten Track: Korazim's illustrious past

Overlooking the Kinneret, Korazim is one of the most well preserved cities from the Second Temple period.

Off the Beaten Track: Golan in all its glory

Wild flowers this time of year are multicolored and abundant all along the trails and mountainsides.

Moving along swimmingly to raise money for special-education

Since it began six years ago, Swim4Sadna, in which women swim the Kinneret to raise money for a special-education center and school in Gush Etzion, has become an annual tradition.

Two-day bash by the lake

The winter edition of the Jacob’s Ladder Festival opens on