Senior Learning SessionS-”LIVE FROM JERUSALEM”
Senior learners are invited to “visit” Israel once a month and learn “Live From Jerusalem”. All you need is a computer projector/mic/camera and you’re ready to go!
Every month a presenter shares with the audience a “slice of life “from Israel that is both engaging and inspiring. Here is just a sampling of the sessions we have done over the last months:
FEBRUARY 2023: Tu B'shvat
New Year For Trees and New Technologies That Preserve Our Environment
Tu B'shvat affords us with a wonderful opportunity to discover new technologies which have been developed here in Israel which help the world make the most of the natural resources that God has bestowed upon us. Join us on February 8th at 1:00 PM and learn about some of these amazing innovations
MARCH 2023
GREAT CONTROVERSIES IN ISRAELI HISTORY
Currently, there is a sharp disagreement in Israeli society regarding the role the courts should play in the legislative process. Controversy is not something new for Israeli society. In our session we will take a look at some of the serious controversies in Israeli history that have caused considerable disagreement , and how society has always been able to heal and grow from the process
APRIL 2023
ISRAEL@75
Wow! The State of Israel is turning 75 years old!
Join us for a special celebration of this auspicious occasion!
MAY 2023
JERUSALEM-OLD AND NEW
We will soon be celebrating "Yom Yerushalayim-Jerusalem Day" marking the 56th anniversary of the reunification of our beloved city. The amazing thing about Jerusalem is that the old lives beside the new. It is at once an ancient city and a modern one, it represents our past and our future.
JUNE 2023
FROM ASHKELON TO ACCO
We are all familiar with the metropolis of Tel Aviv that dominates the Israeli Mediterranean coastline, but from the times of antiquity there are a whole host of cities and villages that have played an important role historically, and continue to play an important role in the continuing development of contemporary israel. So get you walking sticks ready and we will visit some of these important locations.
JULY 2023
THE CUISINE SCENE
Food plays an important role in many ethnic cultures, and certainly is an integral part of Jewish culture. While we usually identify "Jewish Foods" with the likes of gefilte fish ,potato kugel and chicken soup-and indeed they are delicious, the Israeli cuisine scene has evolved with the influence of many diverse cultures while keeping to the traditional laws of kashrut.We will take a look at the latest trends in the israeli kitchen.
AUGUST 2023
"I Am My Brother's Keeper"
As we read about the rifts in Israeli society we will focus on the amazing amount of "chesed"/kindness which is part and parcel of Israeli society. Whatever help someone might need, there is an organization ready, willing and able to assist. Whether it is a need for advanced medical equipment or something as mundane as a car battery which won't start assistance is only a phone call away. We will learn about some of these amazing initiatives.
Cost: $150 per session
September 2023
“Rosh Hashana-New Year-New Beginnings”
In celebration of the onset of the New year 5784 we will celebrate a lot of new things that are happening in Israel. From the brand new Light Rail that will revolutionize travel in the Tel Aviv metro area to the new school year with a record amount of children entering first grade.
October 2023
“The Road To Victory”
Israel has sufferred a major blow, but she will not be defeated. We will learn about the history of the conflict and how Israel must protect her citizens
Try the first session FREE!
For more information, contact us at: info@israEd.org