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Chicago Israeli Dancing - Virtual Weekly Update as of 2/16/21

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Meeting ID: 898 8860 6377  PSWD = 376030

Chicago Israeli Dancing - Virtual Weekly Update as of 2/16/21

Open to all and led by Phil Moss and Penny Brichta, Chicago's (and one of the nation's) longest running Israeli dance group meets Thursday nights (except for holidays) WHEN THERE IS NO PANDEMIC at the Beth Emet Synagogue, 1224 Dempster, Evanston IL.
 
(The following applies to our session when we are physically together again)
 
Teaching - 7:30 Beginners/Repertoire; 8:15-9 General; 9-11:30 Requests
 
NOTE: PENNY HAD BEEN LEADING A BEGINNER'S MINI COURSE.  IT WILL RESUME WHEN IT IS SAFE TO DANCE TOGETHER AGAIN FACE-TO-FACE!
 
Cost: $10 (unless special occasion)
Info: Philip_B_Moss@hotmail.com  847.274.1809
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/chicagoisraelidancing/
 
Machol Merkaz 2021 -  October 7-10!!!  We'll let you know when registration is open.
 
 
In This Issue
  • Announcements/Personals Etc.
  • Chicago Israeli Dancing - Virtual (Local) 
  • Summary of Selected Upcoming Israeli Dance Events
  • Dance Taught on 2/11/21
  • Guide To: Chicagoisraelidancing.com, Beth Emet, Contacts
  • Logging In Security Arrangements for CID-Virtual
  • Episode 2: Report on February 13, 2021 - La Mona Myr's Riku meshuGAME With La Mona, Jacki, Elad and Eran INCLUDING THE RECORDING
  • Dance Fitness With Penny
  • Zachor Holocaust Memory Project (courtesy of Jerry Kaye)
  • March 13-14 2021 Israeli Folk Dance Festival of Boston
  • What You Need to Know About This Week's Session
Announcements/Personals, Etc.
 
David Karger's Request App  (enter your requests now for this week's session.  Your chances go up greatly if you request in advance!!)
 
(see below for our new security arrangements the article at the bottom before logging in to CID-Virtual)
 
zoom link Or if you log in from the app, Meeting ID: 898 8860 6377  PSWD = 376030
 
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Hey everyone!

 
We had a wonderful time as usual last week.  Special thanks to Ariane for teaching Boaz Cohen's Arim Roshi.  Lovely dance.  She will review it this week.
 
Get ready for a little Purim craziness on February 25th.  Get your costume ready!  There will be a judge in the house.  ๐Ÿ˜  Oh and get your adult beverages ready too!
 
Look below for info about a special pre-Shabbat program that Chen will do this Friday.
 
Were you with us this past Saturday for La Mona Myr's Episode 2 of Riku meshuGame with special guests, Elad Shtamer and Eran Bitton?  Look below for the recordings.  So fun.
 
Please save the dates for Machol Merkaz October 7-10, 2021 featuring Dror Davidi, Elad Shtamer and Eran Bitton!!!  It is going to happen.  Stay tuned for more info at: www.macholmerkaz.com
 
So many things to share with you!  ๐Ÿ˜Š๐Ÿ˜Š๐Ÿ˜Š๐Ÿ˜Š 
I think I better tell you what's here:
  • The Plan
  • Last Week (and recordings)
  • Upcoming Events
  • The Usual Stuff
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THE PLAN
7:00PM: Penny starts off with a half hour of beginners/classics.
7:30PM: Ariane (all the way from France!) will review a lovely dance by Boaz Cohen from 2007 called Arim Roshi.  Here is your homework

Followed by sets from other CID team members/guests: Rina, Barb, Stuart, Nina, Penny, Ilan, Mayla, and Gabi (all the way from Israel!!!).

BTW, Rina R. has revised her music and video for her new dance, Machar Hashemesh Tizrach.  Here is the download link for the new music file.  Here is the revised video link:  new video


Finishing around 11:30PM

Team members on LOA this week: Denis, Sarah, Deb, Aaron, and Latishya.  Looking forward to your returns!

 
See you soon, Phil
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LAST WEEK (AND RECORDINGS)
Last week was fun as usual.  Big thanks to Ariane for teaching an older, but new to us dance, Arim Roshi by Boaz Cohen from 2007.  Look for her segment around 34:20 in.

Here are the recordings from February 11th:
Speaker View
Gallery View


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Coming Attractions
Chen's pre-Shabbat session on 2/19 at 11AM Chicago time.  Go Chen!
 
 
2/25 CID-Virtual Purim Party, Machol Merkaz, Dance Fitness With Penny

Stay tuned for info about our CID-Virtual Purim Party on 2/25.  Of course, wear a costume if you like.  Adult beverages provided (by you).  ๐Ÿ˜  More to come.

 
(see flyers below)
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Courtesy of David Karger, We Are Using A New Request App
 
Chicago Israeli Dancing is using a new app for making Israeli Dance requests, courtesy of David Karger You don't need to download anything.  All you have to do is follow the link below.  Go ahead and enter your requests for this week's February 18th session. We will try to incorporate some into this week's playlist.

It would help us if you would enter your requests a couple of days before the session, but we'll be monitoring them all the time.  Here is the link:  David Karger's Request App
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Origins Of Israeli Dance - The Yemenite Step

If you haven't yet seen this 10 minute video by Shmulik Gov-Ari, I strongly encourage you to check it out.  He did a great job and it is very informative.  Shmulik Video
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Looking forward to seeing you all Thursday night.
Be safe
L'shalom
Phil
 
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This week's shout outs: 
 
To all of you.  Wishing you health and safety!
  • I cannot ever say it enough.  Huge thanks to all the leaders (and participants) who make Chicago Israeli Dancing - Virtual so wonderful and special each week! Kol Hakavod!!!
  • Looking forward to our session this week and Purim Party next week!
  • Refua Shlema to Sarah, who we hope will be with us next week. 
  • Thanks to Hillary for the cool "We're All In This Together" graphic!
  • Congrats to Rachael and Ben Moss on the birth of their son, Jay Henry Moss, who received his Hebrew name, Simcha Chayim Ben Benyamin Mordechai Ve'Rachel. Grandma Sue and Grampa Phil, along with all the relatives and friends are overjoyed! And even more so now that we have gotten the chance to spend quality time with the little fellow!  What cutie this guys is.  We are back home but the three weeks flew by!
  • To all those who have made financial contributions to this CID  Virtual project, thank you very much.  So appreciated (Those of you who would like to contribute may do so by sending to: Venmo (PHILIPBMOSS) or PayPal Direct Paypal Link or Zelle - philip_b_moss@hotmail.com
  • Check out the Dance Events section on chicagoisraelidancing.com to see various updates including the latest cancellations.  ๐Ÿ˜ฅ๐Ÿ˜ฅ๐Ÿ˜ฅ
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Hey fellow dance organizers, if you would like me to publicize your Israeli dance events on my website, it would be my pleasure. Send me a jpg and the details. Milwaukee, St. Louis, Indianapolis, etc?  Go for it!
 
As an example, in the adverts section too, this just in from the Twin Cities:
 
Israeli dance Zoom session with Shira Schwartz, from the Twin Cities, Minnesota. We dance on Sundays from 6:00 - 8:30 Central. All are welcome!
Shira will teach/review one or two dances for the first half hour. Then, starting about 7:00, we just play the music and dance till the end.
Here is the linkzoom link
Meeting ID: 831 0590 8998 Passcode: MNRoked
 
We also have a partners session on Saturdays from 5:30 - 6:45 Central. Here is the link for that session: 
zoom link
 
Meeting ID: 827 0817 0860 Passcode: MNZugot
 
Look for new updates from Cleveland and Denver too.
 
And please check out this link to the Adverts section on chicagoisraelidancing.com  Aura Levin Lipski has a new place for you to post information about your business.
 
Looking forward to another great week!  CYA on the dance floor.
 
Phil
  
 
Chicago Israeli Dancing - Virtual (Local)
The Tuesday night session under the leadership of Penny Brichta has expanded to 3 segments.  Starting at 6:30, Penny teaches Beginner Basics, aimed at newer dancers and those who want more instruction.  The goal is for dancers to more easily transition to Beginners and More which runs from 7-8.  During Beginners and More, Penny teaches as well as calls steps from dances previously introduced in the session.  From 8 until 9, the Chicago Virtual Local Team takes over with one teach of a more advanced dance followed by dancing led by the local team.  
 
Link for all sessions:    Join Zoom Meeting
Meeting ID: 834 2711 4296 Passcode: Mayim
Thanks! Penny
 
Please spread the word!
Summary of Selected Upcoming Israeli Dance Events
 
 
Check out the SELECTED DANCE EVENTS section of the website for the info.
 
And for a global view:
 
From Aura's Israelidances.com Israeli Dance Camps
 
From Colin Worldwide Israeli Dancing Events
 
 
Dances Taught on 2/11/21 - Chicago Israeli Dancing - Virtual
Arim Roshi - Boaz Cohen - circle video
 
Guide To Chicagoisraelidancing.com, Beth Emet, Contacts
Here is a guide to the site (which I continually update):
  • HOME - announcements, news, and background info 
  • ABOUT - our flyer and the previous week's playlist
  • DANCES TAUGHT - dances taught during the last two weeks, the video reference section for dances that have been taught over time in our session, and dances that have been presented at various camps and workshops
  • MACHOL MERKAZ - special section devoted to our camp of the same name, and the playlists from camp
  • CHICAGO/MIDWEST - info about Israeli dance sessions here and "nearby"
  • DANCE EVENTS - promotional info for miscellaneous upcoming Israeli Dance events
  • ADVERTS (a nod to our British webmaster) - Local/Regional/ Other ads from the community
 
See the home page on the web-site for important information on:
HOW I DO MY COMMUNICATIONS WITH YOU ALL
 
When there is plenty of time, I send you newsletters through this mynewsletterbuilder.com.  And I update this website, 
Chicagoisraelidancing.com
 
My fastest and easiest (and INTERACTIVE) way to communicate is via our Facebook group, Chicago Israeli Folk Dancing.
 
And also, for brief text messages, I use our WhatsApp group. (If you want to be added, please send me a message on WhatsApp to 3125198669.)
 
So please keep these tools in mind when you look for information from me.  To reach me, please use my email address or my cell (located in the flyer at the top of the newsletter.)
Logging In Security Arrangements for CID-Virtual
our new security arrangements for our Zoom session.  This is information you need for logging in:
 
Effective immediately, we are using a new zoom link, or meeting ID and pswd.  But before you try to enter, please make sure that when you log in, you enter your name and location.  You will be placed in the waiting room, but you will only be admitted if we can verify your identity.
 
With major thanks to Aaron Alpert, if you need help in figuring out how to enter the right information (which you must do before you actually try to join the Zoom), please go to the following link, which he prepared for Zoom Cali.  (But the same principles apply for us.) Zoom Help Doc

 
If you find yourself stuck in the waiting room, you can reach out to Phil via WhatsApp. (info below in the Our WhatsApp Group section)

 
zoom link Or if you log in from the app, Meeting ID: 898 8860 6377  PSWD = 376030
Episode 2: Report on February 13, 2021 - La Mona Myr's Riku meshuGAME With La Mona, Jacki, Elad and Eran
Congratulations to La Mona, Jacki, Elad and Eran on a hysterical Episode 2.  More below including the recordings!
 
 
Below is what we wrote about the plan for the second episode.  Again, I have to say that the actual "show" exceeded all expectations.  Kudos to La Mona for the concept and Kol Hakavod to Eran, Elad, La Mona and Jacki for all doing absolutely great.  I can't wait until episode 3 which will be in March.  Check out these recordings for yourself to enjoy the fun: Riku meshugGAME Episode 2 Speaker View
Riku meshugGAME Episode 2 Gallery View

Join us on Saturday February 13 for the second episode of Riku meshuGAME!  Phil will be judging how Jacki & I dance against Elad and Eran while facing some challenges, or just totally mishigene ideas ๐Ÿค”๐Ÿคฃ I need you in the ZOOM to convince him to select the right winner!  Of course, you can always watch, dance & laugh through Facebook too.

El sรกbado 13 de febrero vรฉnganse al zoom a divertirse un rato!  Ya llega el segundo episodio de Riku MeshuGame. Eran, Elad, Jackie y yo estaremos tratando de bailar rikudim mientras seguimos unas consignas un poco locas! Menos mal que Phil va a poner un poco de cordura....
Dance Fitness With Penny
 
 
Hi,  I'm sending this to my Israeli Dance email lists.  You may not know me as a Fitness person but I am!  I am passionate about helping others improve their vitality and incorporate fitness into their life.  CBG is an awesome organization and I am honored that they asked me to develop and teach this class.  We generally teach from a dance studio in Highland Park (Chicago suburbs) but in this time of zoom classes, we can have participants from anywhere.  If you are interested, great, and if not, no issue at all!!!
 
If I can answer any question, just ask.  See below for registration.

There will be no charge for the month of February, and of course no obligation whatsoever.  
Have an excellent day!
Penny
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Time to Dance Get Fit with Dance! for ages 50+ Thursdays 9:30 - 10:30am Central Time  Free for the month of February.  Classes will be conducted on Zoom.
 
Fitness Dance: A one-hour program geared towards age 50+ participants emphasizing cardio dance and fitness routines to music that makes you want to move! Routines will be low impact, high intensity, and appeal to the dancer in you! We will alternate dance with resistance routines to build and maintain muscle and bone density. Get Stronger with Dance!    

Required equipment: lightweight dumbbells with the option of full water bottles mixed with beans, sand, or rocks, or easy to grip cans from your pantry. 
Led by Penny Brichta who holds group fitness certifications in ACE (American Council on Exercise), Silver Sneakers, Jazzercise, and Barre Connect.  
Learn more about this and other CBG Institute sponsored programs at CBG-institute.org. 
 
To register:  go to https://cbg-institute.org/classes1 For more information: contact Lisa at danceforjoy16@gmail.com
 
To register for classes youโ€™ll need to create a Punchpass account. Click here to go to the Punchpass website.
 
Zachor - The Holocaust Memory Project
posting this on behalf of Jerry Kaye...
 
 
Zachor: The Holocaust Memory Project's focus is to create a photographic traveling exhibit available to organizations and institutions with an interest in exploring the history of the Holocaust and transforming the future by combating hatred and prejudice wherever it may arise.
 
As Jewish photographers, we are creating a visual representation of those whose history will not survive many generations, as a way of giving back to the Jewish Community.  We believe that it is important to lay this down for the future to be shared with coming generations and that these portraits can be a powerful instrument to carry yesterday to tomorrow.
 
Zachor: The Holocaust Memory Project, is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) charitable organization. 
 
The project is staffed 100% by volunteers.
 
Zachorproject.org
March 13-14 2021 - Israeli Folk Dance Festival of Boston
 
 
Dear members of the Rikud community,
 
As you have probably guessed, the 2021 Israel Folkdance Festival of Boston will not happen in its normal format this year.  However, we plan to host events on Festival weekend (Saturday night March 13th and Sunday afternoon March 14th 2021) and are excited to invite you to participate in a virtual performance on Saturday evening!  You can join us from anywhere and dance in as many pieces as appropriate.  
 
Here's how it will work: choreographers from years past are reviving pieces for 3 different age groups:
 
Kid and Loving Adult - Siba LeMesiba choreographed by Nomie Bental and Eliana Wachs-Cashman
 
Elementary/Middle School - LaUf choreographed by Ellen Berkowitz
 
High School - Adults - Hora Meshulevet  choreographed by Alexis Maharam
 
How do you participate?
 
- Fill out this form to let us know you'd like to participate and in which dances you'd like to dance.
 
- The choreographer will reach out to you with teaching videos for your chosen piece, and will let you know about the Zoom rehearsal schedule.
 
- You'll learn the dance from the teaching videos and Zoom rehearsals.  Then you'll record yourself dancing the piece.  We'll provide instructions later about how to send your video in for a video editor to create a whole "performance".
 
- Deadlines for sending your video will be around January 20th for the first half of the piece and February 10th for the end. You will receive final details after you sign up
 
Confused? 
See here for an example of the end product.
 
You must sign up by January 5th, 2021 in order to participate so please fill out this form ASAP and tell all your friends to dance with us as well!!  Anyone can dance - wherever they are in the world.  We look forward to dancing with you!!
 
Other things are cooking for Festival weekend so save the date and stay tuned by following us on Facebook, visiting our website (bostonfestival.org), and  watching your inbox!
 
We can't wait to dance with you,
 
The Israel Folkdance Festival of Boston Coordinating Committee, Nomie Bental, and Ellen Berkowitz
 
 
What You Need to Know About This Week's Session
 
What you Need to Know About This Week's Virtual Session (1/14/21)
LOGGING IN
NEW SECURITY MEASURES: Please update to the latest version of Zoom.
Effective immediately, we are using a new zoom link, or meeting ID and pswd.  But before you try to enter, please make sure that when you log in, you enter your name and location.  You will be placed in the waiting room, but you will only be admitted if we can verify your identity.
 
With major thanks to Aaron Alpert, if you need help in figuring out how to enter the right information (which you must do before you actually try to join the Zoom), please go to the following link, which he prepared for Zoom Cali.  But the same principles apply for us.  Zoom Help Doc

If you find yourself stuck in the waiting room, you can reach out to Phil via WhatsApp. (info below in the Our WhatsApp Group section)

 
 zoom link Or if you log in from the app, Meeting ID: 898 8860 6377  PSWD = 376030
 
THE PLAN
7:00PM: Penny starts off with a half hour of beginners/classics.
7:30PM: Ariane (all the way from France!) will review a lovely dance by Boaz Cohen from 2007 called Arim Roshi.  Here is your homework

Followed by sets from other CID team members/guests: Rina, Barb, Stuart, Nina, Penny, Ilan, Mayla, and Gabi (all the way from Israel!!!).

BTW, Rina R. has revised her music and video for her new dance, Machar Hashemesh Tizrach.  Here is the download link for the new music file.  Here is the revised video link:  new video


Finishing around 11:30PM

Team members on LOA this week: Denis, Sarah, Deb, Aaron, and Latishya.  Looking forward to your returns!

 
THE EXPERIENCE
We'll take schmooze breaks between segments.  And we'll also try getting to requests as well.
A few reminders:
  •  mute yourself when you are not talking. 
  • open the chat window as soon as you get in the room so you can reach out publicly and/or privately. And enable yourself for closed captioning.  We post the dances being played both in CC and the chat...
  • please please please open your video if at all possible.  So much of this whole endeavor is about community and being togethe Even if you don't dance, it is way better when we can all see each other.
LOGIN PROBLEMS
If you can't log in, look above to see my approach to communicating with everyone.
 
HELPING FINANCIALLY
If you feel like making a financial contribution to help support this endeavor, you can use PayPal Direct Paypal Link or Chase Quickpay (Zelle) (philip_b_moss@hotmail.com) or Venmo (PhilipBMoss)
 
ORDERING OUR WAY COOL CID-VIRTUAL T-SHIRTS - Order T-shirts Here
 
On behalf of our entire team, thanks so much for participating and being part of our virtual community at this time.
 
Be Safe,
Phil Moss
Chicago Israeli Dancing  |  822 Westwood Lane  |  Wilmette, IL 60091  |  http://www.facebook.com/philip.b.moss?ref=tn_tnmn#!/groups/chicagoisraelidancing/
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