Feb 4 – CAARI TuBshvat Celebration

Part 2 of Feb 4

Back from the Forest – time to decorate for the TuBshvat Party. Diane organized the ‘committee’ and work they did – made they room very festive!!

From Rosalie’s Report – That night, erev (evening) Tu b’Shvat (Jewish Arbor Day), we had a superb Seder and party. The Seder was led by Paul and Marion, which began with the traditional kiddishes and blessings. As in previous years, we had a wonderful keyboard player who played appropriate music as we read the story of the holiday and drank wine and ate dried fruits…..After the reading, we sang and danced….to Israeli, American, Yiddish, and even some Latin music……and drank more wine….and had awesome desserts….and it seemed that everyone had a really special, happy time.

The Canadian American Active Retirees in Israel, CAARI, offers active seniors a unique opportunity to experience Israel. The program is designed to explore the biblical landscapes, follow the footsteps of the early pioneers, and envision the future of our Homeland. The CAARI Program includes community service, tours, a speakers forum and the camaraderie of the CAARI Family. The Program is designed for to feel, touch, hear and see Israel from the mountains to the desert, from sea to sea, and from ancient to modern.

Links: Jewish National Fund USA : https://www.jnf.org/