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Avi Poupko

February 14, 2026

How Much Does a Bar Mitzvah in Israel Cost? A Transparent Price Breakdown

Avi Poupko

February 14, 2026

How Much Does a Bar Mitzvah in Israel Cost? A Transparent Price Breakdown

How much does a bar mitzvah in Israel cost? From ceremony fees to flights, hotels, and touring — a transparent cost breakdown from a Jerusalem-based rabbi.

Avi Poupko

February 11, 2026

The Complete Guide to Having a Bar or Bat Mitzvah in Israel

Avi Poupko

February 11, 2026

The Complete Guide to Having a Bar or Bat Mitzvah in Israel

If you've been thinking about having a bar mitzvah in Israel — or a bat mitzvah in Israel — for your son or daughter, you're not alone. Every year, thousands of families from the United States, Canada, and around the world make the trip to celebrate this milestone in the land where it all began.

Avi Poupko

July 7, 2017

Surprise wedding thrills attendees at Maccabiah opening

Avi Poupko

July 7, 2017

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Avi Poupko

March 18, 2016

Fulfilling a dream

Avi Poupko

March 18, 2016

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Avi Poupko

February 18, 2016

Rabbi Leaves for Israel

Avi Poupko

February 18, 2016

Avi Poupko

February 16, 2016

Newburyport’s Rabbi Poupko strives for tolerance, understanding of diversity

Avi Poupko

February 16, 2016

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Avi Poupko

February 20, 2013

Poupko family wins Newburyport’s ‘Asset Builder’ award

Avi Poupko

February 20, 2013

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Avi Poupko

July 11, 2012

A Rabbi's Dream Comes True

Avi Poupko

July 11, 2012

Avi Poupko

September 30, 2011

New Rabbi Settles into Community

Avi Poupko

September 30, 2011

Avi Poupko

May 23, 2011

Original Song "Wherever You Go"

Avi Poupko

May 23, 2011

Avi Poupko's Original Song "Wherever You Go" performed at the end of the spring semester 2011 at Midreshet Ein Prat.