That’s a WRAP
A MINECRAFTY WAY OF TEACHING
A HOLIDAY BENCHMARK
BOARD WITH THE OUTDOORS
Move over, Elf on the Shelf. No, really, move over
— the stores need to make room for two new
additions to this sedentary toy trend. You may
recognize Mensch on a Bench from such shows
as Shark Tank, where the toy’s creator secured a
deal, or you may have seen Moshe the Mensch
peering at you happily from his perch in one of
your friends’ houses. Now it’s your turn to find
out what it’s all about.

$29.99 at local retailers
Whether you’re already on board with camping cul-
ture or you’re still trying to coax your family into their
first time at a KOA, there are few things more impor-
tant than a good game that appeals to everyone. If
you’re looking for a way to connect with your loved
ones — and connect to the great outdoors — then you
need to check out Camp. This board game engages
players with its fast-paced, intuitive method of learning
fun facts about the great outdoors. S’mores optional.

$19.95 at amazon.com
Name: HUB International
Width: 3.625"
Depth: 4.75"
Color: Black plus one
Comment: SS -HG
Piggybacking on the overwhelming success
and influence of Minecraft, the folks at Think-
Fun have come up with Code Master, a game
that uses a Minecraft-like environment to
teach players programming logic while they
scramble to collect crystals and reach the
portal of success — and it’s all done without
sitting in front of a screen!
$19.99 at Target
PERSON OF THE BOOK
Strength. Support.

Tradition. Determination.

Rabbi Eliot M. Strom is more than just the
founding rabbi and rabbi emeritus of Shir Ami
Congregation; he is also an author. His new
book, Rabbi Run, is a novel about the life and
times of a handsome, boyishly charming rabbi
in suburban Philadelphia. Good to see some-
one who knows the first rule of writing fiction!
$14.95 at bookstores
HER TRAVELS,
YOUR TREASURES
HUB International Northeast has been providing risk management
& insurance solutions for over 75 years. HUB brings you the best of both
worlds, the market leverage & capabilities of a national broker with the
accessibility & dedication of your local service team. As our top
10 national ranking indicates, we have the Strength, Support, Tradition
& Determination to truly make a difference.

The Leaders in Business & Personal Insurance
Marc Cohen, CEO
HUB Northeast
Stephanie Goldberg, SVP
HUB Northeast/Pennsylvania
FEATS OF CLAY
1-800-220-3008 Happy Chanukah
FROM THE STAFF AT THE JEWISH EXPONENT
36 NOVEMBER 19, 2015
When Laura Cohn first visited Indone-
sia 17 years ago, she never could have
known that that one trip would lead to
a lifetime of involvement with the
country’s culture and people. Now, we
can all benefit from her travels, thanks
to her annual From Bali to Bala sale,
going on now in Chestnut Hill. Check
out handmade arts and crafts, like
these stunning masks, and also the nu-
merous free themed events she is
staging. Prices vary; frombalitobala.com
WINTER HOLIDAY GUIDE
If you’re looking for a menorah that
reflects your commitment to Ju-
daism as well as to local artisans,
then check out the impressive works
thrown by Ruth Schachter. A mem-
ber of the Pennsylvania Guild of
Craftsmen, Schachter creates stun-
ning, one-of-a-kind Judaica like this
menorah, dreidels and more.

Prices vary; myworkinclay.com
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