01.06.2022 | Multiregional
Huge Mazal tov to our dear Yigal and Diana on their engagement!
Huge Mazal tov to Sasha and Hana on the birth of their son – the first boy in their Soviet-born family in over 100 years to have his brit mila on the eighth day, in joy and freedom in Jerusalem!
To continuing Simchas in our gratefully expanding Shishi Shabbat Yisraeli family!!
31.05.2022 | Multiregional
Our young Russian-speaking volunteers continue to assist with the practical, professional and cultural absorption of the newest Olim from Ukraine and Russia in their cities!
This assistance includes filling out documentation, banking, medical, school, rental and professional advice, psychological support groups and therapy, a new Job search platform with close to 4000 users, community holiday events, our expanding Olim.live volunteer website, our Shabbat Host hospitality project and now Zoom informational webinars beginning on a national scale this month.
Rita Agapova, Volunteer Coordinator
30.05.2022 | Tel Aviv and Central Region
Adriana Lito is the founder of Adriatica - a project of affordable psychological help. She led a good discussion about Aliyah and how to overcome challenges of moving to a totally different world.
How to help yourself move forward, not be stressed, how to find new friends and a supportive environment. We shared our feelings and found that we all had much in common.
This meeting helped me to understand myself more. Now I know that I am not alone in my feelings.
Daniel G.
29.05.2022 | Tel Aviv and Central Region
DOCAVIV INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL and MOVIE “40 STEPS”
May 29th, 2022 – Tel Aviv and Central Region
We watched the screening of the film "40 Steps" about a school for refugees and secular Israeli children, which was opened opposite a religious Jewish school in the south of Tel Aviv. The directors of these schools are real heroes, caring and loving the children and their work. After the film we met with the directors of the film and discussed the deep contradictions in outlooks of these schools, the students, the families of school principals, the residents of the district, and employees of the municipality. The film does not provide solutions, but opens a window into a world of adult problems and beautiful children who must be taught by someone, somewhere. We reflected on the situation of refugees and the Jewish values of the state Israel which include chesed and humanity, and their applications and limitations.
I came to the Argaman project for a Fall meeting and stayed for three semesters. Yesterday I realized how much I have evolved. Argaman helps me to look at the country where I live from different angles, to expand my views and understandings.
Rita A.
EVENING WITH FILM DIRECTOR DANIEL SYRKIN AND DOCUMENTARY “THE IDIOT’S DREAM”
May 17th, 2022 – Tel Aviv and Central Region
We started the evening by watching the documentary movie “The Idiot’s Dream,” one of famous Israeli film director Dani Syrkin’s favorite works. It is a touching and very personal film about his relationship with his father – Lev Sirkin, a mosaic artist who was well-known throughout the Soviet Union. But he hated the USSR and was a Zionist, so moved with his family to Israel in the 1970’s. In Israel he created some beautiful mosaics but few people appreciated his work, and he faced many difficulties and disappointments. The film addresses the pursuit of dreams and happiness and fatherhood and allows viewers to see these topics in a new way. After the screening, we talked with Dani about modern Israeli cinema, the challenges that new immigrants face, and ways to get into the local film industry. We also discussed our experiences and expectations as new Olim.
This was a very good film, about life and about personal experiences which I want to see again. It's cool that, thanks to Shishi Shabbat and the Argaman project, we can just chat with a famous director and ask for his advice.
Mila N.
27.05.2022 | Beer-Sheva and South Region
We went on excursions to the Negev Museum and the Museum of Islamic Culture in Beersheva which contains among its exhibits many historical and contemporary works of Islamic culture, including collections of the Israel Museum in Jerusalem. This time we looked at new exhibitions of contemporary artists.
Visiting exhibitions and discussing them right away with my friends was my favorite past time in Saint Petersburg. So I was thrilled to attend an excursion to the Negev Museum of Art with Shishi Shabbat Yisraeli, where we visited an exhibition of contemporary art and a collection of West African art. It was also an excellent opportunity to meet new people with the same interests!
Anna S.
25.05.2022 | Tel Aviv and Central Region
Are you familiar with hummus, tahini, and matbuha? Do you know the difference between Sephardic and Ashkenazi traditional food? With Zlata Alona, we learned and even tasted all of them. We spoke about kashrut and its features. Zlata introduced us to the origin of these dishes and gave us recommendations for the most original Israeli food restaurants. It was very interesting and yummy!
Masha F.
18.05.2022 | Multiregional
I have been in Israel only two and a half months and was so happy when a friend told me about this Shishi Shabbat Yisraeli seminar.
I could not believe all the good people I met and the beautiful places of israel that I saw over three days – no worries, just hiking in the Negev, sleeping on the “Spice Route” near a kibbutz with camels, sitting in a hot pool and playing games and singing with guitars at night. Shabbat in Eilat was magical. Singing and learning new things, discussing Jewish ethics and stories, and the beautiful beaches and relaxation. After the seminar I went to a holiday wine-tasting in Jerusalem with Shishi Shabbat. Now these events and good friends are more prominent in my life here and I am distracted from worries and sad thoughts.
Isabella B.
18.05.2022 | Tel Aviv and Central Region
We had a great time together! Raphael is a true master of Israeli cinema of the 20th century, and this time he gave us an in-depth review of films, cartoons, and commercials that contained humorous references to current topics of Israel life. He presented all the video materials in Hebrew and Russian so that all our participants could easily enjoy this lecture.
Dima V.
17.05.2022 | Beer-Sheva and South Region
We met with Evgeny Treiberman to talk about the story of David and Batsheva. We spoke about David and Batsheva, after carefully reading the texts from Tanakh and then learned about paintings and songs by different artists on this topic.
The theme of David and Batsheva has been prevalent for hundreds of years, and its messages are still debated and discussed to this day. Thank you to Evgeny for introducing us to this pivotal story.
Yana S.
13.05.2022 | Haifa and North Region
We were hiking along the dried-up Yagur River with our amazing madrich Alex Blumkin. The route included climbing the mountain along picturesque paths and descending through the forest area. Participants overcame about 8 km, mounting brackets, and steep descents. At the top of the hill was a fantastic view of Haifa. In addition to new acquaintances and interesting conversations along the way, such a trip was perfect for keeping the body in shape and a good mood.
Thanks for organizing hiking in such a wonderful place that I've never been to before. The climb was not easy, and I'm proud to complete it! Thanks to Alex for the educational stories along the way. It was a great day, I will join next time for sure!
Nuriel E.
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