25.07.2022 | Multiregional
About 34,000 Russian-speaking Olim made their home in Israel over the past 6 months, and in July, our volunteers continued assisting them in Jerusalem and throughout Israel with personal needs, translations in the Ministry of Internal Affairs, help finding apartments (signing contracts, filling out checks, communicating with owners), job-searching through our Employment telegram channel, providing support in hospitals and with medical insurance, making online appointments, broadening our Olim.live volunteer base to help with all bureaucratic needs, and seeking volunteer hosts to expand our “Shabbat Host” project for hospitality on Shabbat and the upcoming holidays.
We also began working closely with the Haifa Municipality, which send us daily Olim requests for assistance, and organizing and accompanying groups of new olim to city tours and museums in Haifa, . In July, our popular weekly informational Zoom webinars “Israel: A User Manual” were attended by hundreds of new Olim. Topics covered were Health Services and Medical Insurance, Renting Apartments, Employees Rights, Pension and Life insurance, and Olim Service in the IDF.
Rita A. and Vika P.
23.07.2022 | Multiregional
I would like to express my gratitude to Shishi Shabbat and all its leaders for the opportunity to participate in this, my first seminar. I've only been in the country for a year and a half, and am in the process of conversion - not an easy path, but a good one. This weekend we had a fantastic water hike in Nachal Prat, discussed important moral and aesthetic topics connected to Jewish life in Russia and the history of Jerusalem, and most importantly, were able to fully celebrate Shabbat in a circle of wonderful people. I acquired new knowledge and met many good friends who share my outlook on life. Thank you for this unique chance to get closer to our Land and people.
Leonid L.
22.07.2022 | Multiregional
APOLLONIA- ARSUF NATIONAL PARK
July 22nd, 2022 – Tel Aviv and Central Region
After doing some icebreakers with the group, our guide Alla introduced herself as an archaeologist in Israel for 35 years, helping to turn excavations into "open-air museums". Alla led us through areas designated only for the workers and archaeologists of the park, showing us the latest finds on the site. One of the archaeologists present let us hold various shards and fragments in our hands, while Alla explained which ones belong to which era and the plans to create exhibition space here in the park. After that, we continued the tour of the Arsuf-Apolonia park, hearing how they decide what to show visitors from the excavations and various funny stories from Alla’s practice as an active Israeli archaeologist.
I can learn about archeological excavations for hours, especially when the stories are so interesting! Thanks to Argaman for inviting real professionals who are in love with their work to our meetings!
Anna S.
TEL AVIV ART MUSEUM
July 12th, 2022 – Tel Aviv and Central Region
Our guide Natalie Nesher Aman began with the history of the new wing of the Tel Aviv Museum of Art, which was planned specifically for the permanent exhibition of Israeli art. We discussed how approaches to exhibitions have changed in the 20th and 21st centuries, that today it is no longer necessary to exhibit works exclusively in chronological order, emphasizing art history, artist biography or a separate genre. The curator of this new exhibition Dalit Matityahu, was inspired by the works included in the classics of European philosophy of the 20th century, such as Gaston Bachelard, who, inspired by psychoanalysis, wrote a number of works devoted to the study of the nature of the imagination. The three halls, titled "Promised Land", "Airship" and "Burning Movement" are three chapters in the history of the development of Israeli art, presented through many associations arising from the opposition of archetypal images and materials from which the work of art is created, from classic oil/canvas to kitschy ready-mades and cheap substitutes for stone or metal. Natalie showed us what different connections and new meanings can be found in the exhibited works based on such an unusual concept.
A very complex exhibition, I would hardly have understood anything at all if I had not visited it together with the Argaman project. I wish there had been more time for a more detailed study of the works and hope you will organize a guided tour here again.
Irena M.
21.07.2022 | Beer-Sheva and South Region
We held a master class with professional Olah artist Kira Bondarenko. In a warm and creative atmosphere, we continued to perfect our watercolor skills and painted incredible pictures of the Israeli seaside. We also discussed our plans for the upcoming holidays and Rosh HaShana celebration, networked, and shared our life experiences in Israel.
It was great to meet new people, share my personal challenges and feelings about Israel, and have a relaxing creative time with everyone!
Mila K.
21.07.2022 | Tel Aviv and Central Region
We began our second meeting getting to know one another. and then talked about slang in Israel. We watched several funny videos in Hebrew, translated them with the help of our teacher Shlomo and then played the game "Choose your bright or dark side", compiling a useful list of positive and negative Hebrew slang expressions.
It was a great meeting! After these evenings, I feel the need and desire to invest more energy in learning Hebrew!
Arina G.
18.07.2022 | Bat Yam
We went on an evening trip along the Mediterranean Sea from Jaffa port to the North to remember how the city began and talk about its changes in the 21st century. We admired the architecture, discussed the human destiny of significant city personalities and shared our impressions. Each story whispered to us by the surf had a salty taste. And each discovery was accompanied by a refreshing breath of the breeze.
It was just amazing to walk along the sea with Asia, who us very interesting things and fascinating life stories.
Yuri Y.
15.07.2022 | Beer-Sheva and South Region
We walked around Beersheva with our fantastic tour guide and friend Michael Rudnitskiy, starting from the Beit Avraham innovation center and then walking along the banks of the biblical Beersheva River and the entrance to the Old City. Here we learned the ancient history of Beersheva and our forefather Abraham and continued our journey through the city to Beit Bira (Beer House), learning how beer and Australia are connected to the history of Beersheva. We heard the personal story of a long-time resident of our city, and, of course, tasted beer prepared according to Australian recipes.
I learned a lot of exciting things from Michael about the climate and geography of Beersheva and how it influenced the processes that took place here. We heard the story of the seven wells and Abraham, how Gilad,the owner of a small brewery moved to Beersheba and started brewing Australian beer. We sampled several beers and learned the exciting story of Australian Lighthorse that ended up on the bottles’ label.
Yana S.
14.07.2022 | Haifa and North Region
A busload of Olim participants from near and far enjoyed the magical atmosphere of the Tekoa Beer Festival in the desert. Cold beer in the middle of the desert is a dream of all travelers. And this dream came true in Gush Etzion, in Tekoa, which is 670 meters above sea level.
This year event welcomed more than 20 local beer producers from Gush Etzion, plus local gourmet foods, snacks and arts for sale. The highlight of the evening was an amazing concert by the Ethnix band. This evening combined a warm atmosphere of fun and unity, fresh air, high-quality local alcohol, and live music performed by one of the most legendary musical groups in the country.
Ilya L.
08.07.2022 | Haifa and North Region
This time we hiked along Mount Carmel in Haifa with a descent down the dried river beds. On our way, we did icebreakers with our new Olim who like hiking and made many new friends! Altogether we tackled 6 kilometers along a picturesque, beautiful route and reached the highest point of the mountain, where the cool shadow of a cave awaited us with delicious, freshly brewed coffee from our guide Alex.
Yesterday I continued my acquaintance with the nature of Israel. Shishi Shabbat Yisraeli organized a one-day trek up Mount Carmel for new Olim. Such a great tour! Amazing views of Northern Israel, fresh Turkish coffee on the mountain peakand great people! I will join these events again.
Yuri V.
07.07.2022 | Tel Aviv and Central Region
We enjoyed an artistic workshop with wine and fruits at sunset in one of the most beautiful places on the Tel Aviv waterfront – in Charles Clore Park, near the sculpture depicting a wooden heart. We sat on mats and drew with our paint sets, and under the guidance of the talented artist Inna Gorokhod, learned how to draw the sea and the city in the rays of the sunset, children playing on the sand, and all the things that we wish for ourselves!
Until this evening, I never thought that drawing could be so easy and magical!
Katia K.
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