February 5 – CAARI in Action! – Volunteering in the AM and Rhythmic Class in PM

Shalom,

It is trues that CAARI is for active retirees and we take that seriously. It is much more than a tour program. Today was our first time with our volunteer assignment. All of us are working in the Botanical Gardens, located on the campus of Tel Aviv University.

We had a terrific introduction by Tal, who took us for a tour of the Gardens and than put us to work, weeding and separating seeds for as part of an international seed project.

We also had the opportunity to met other volunteers. It was a great day to be outside.

Back to the hotel for lunch before our next adventure. Mayumana is one of Israel’s leading dance troupes, established in 1996 and performs throughout the world. It combines dance, rhythmic and percussion sounds with much energy and enthusiasm. On Sunday, CAARI joined a class, No, they are not ready for the stage, but it sure was lots of fun.

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/