As we prepare to observe Shavuot we highlight the Zionist aspects of the holiday. Look on the AZM website for resources and events today and tomorrow to help us celebrate at home and to study together. Shavuot celebrates the giving of the Torah to the Jewish people at Mt. Sinai during our journey to the Land of Israel. It is also an agricultural and harvest chag which remind us of our strong connection to Eretz Yisrael.
Shavuot begins Thursday evening, May 28 (6 Sivan 5780) and ends Saturday evening May 30, 2020.
Wishing you a Happy Shavuot!
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Pre-Shavuot Short Talks w/ Israeli Thought Leaders: Wednesday, May 27, 2020 | 12 PM EDT
Featuring Natan Sharansky, Sivan Rahav-Meir, Isaac Herzog, Rav David Stav, Jon Medved, Racheli Frenkel, Aliza Lavie and so many more... both English & Hebrew.
Shavu’ot From ‘People of the Land’ to ‘People of the Book’ and back
Wednesday, May 27, 2020 | 1 PM EDT
Shavoeat: Good food and Israel, how much better can it get? With the Israeli Chef Asaf Shinar. Register »
Thursday, May 27, 2020 | 3 PM EDT
The Best of iVision Live: An 8 Hour Special for Erev Shavuot. Register »
WZO EDUCATION DEPARTMENT
Land of Milk and Honey - Shavuot Special Episode | May 31, 7:00 PM EDT
We will come together for an educational conversation about the artists who shaped Israel's collective identity, and singing selected songs from their repertoire in Hebrew. Join us for song, history, and fun; and be ready for tasty surprises during the show. The event will presented in English and is suitable for adults and children alike. Learn More »
Zionist Sources, Songs, Ceremonies & more
Archive of sources, from poetry to philosophy to lesson plans, explanations about the holiday’s history, significance, folklore and how it relates to Zionism – past and present. Learn More »
FROM AZM ORGANIZATIONS
AMIT Children: 2020/5780 Shavuot Recipe Book
As we celebrate, it is customary to eat and enjoy dairy foods on the holiday. AMIT is happy to present to you our 2020/5780 Shavuot Recipe Book, full of delicious dishes from famous foodies, such as Jamie Geller, Levana Kirschenbaum, Naomi Nachman, Adeena Sussman, and others. Learn More »
ARZA: Association of Reform Zionists of America: Thursday, May 28, 2020 | 8PM-12AM EDT
Come together with the Reform Movement for Tikkun Leil Shavuot – an evening of learning, music, prayer, and poetry. Together, we will delve into the beauty, complexity, and joy of Torah. Join us for one, two, three, or all four hours. Learn More »
Baltimore Zionist District: Wednesday, May 27, 2020 | 1 PM EDT
Join BZD for a live cooking workdship with author & cook, Elite Jakob! View live on the BZD Facebook Page »
Bnei Akiva: Chag Babayit Shavuot Edition
A 50 page fun and Torah-filled Shavuot-themed packet created by Bnei Akiva's local shlichim, TVA staff & students, chanichim and bogrim. Filled with trivia, games, recipes and enough Torah to learn all night long, this packet will elevate your Shavuot at home like never before! Download Packet »
Bnei Akiva: Wednesday, May 27, 2020 | 4:30 PM EDT
Shavuot Project with MBNJ’s Melechet Yad Morah Pam. Create Flower Arrangements from things around the house. Join Here »
Haddassah: Wednesday, May 27, 2020 | 12 PM EDT
Shavuot learning: Attend a one-hour "Mini Shavuot Tikkun" moderated by Hadassah Executive Director/CEO Janice Weinman, including a talk on Hadassah and Israel with David Lehrer, a Young Judaea alumnus and the executive director of the Arava Institute for Environmental Studies; a healthy cooking demonstration with Hadassah member Julie Ohana; and a text study on the Book of Ruth with Dr. Ora Horn Prouser. Register »
Hadassah Magazine: Dairy Recipes
Tired of Cheesecake? Decadent Dairy Casseroles for Shavuot Read More »
Israel Forever Foundation: Shavuot Resources
Collection of Shavuot materials designed to help you explore the chag and find your own way to connect to Israel and this special holiday from whereever you live. Learn More »
FROM OTHER ORGANIZATIONS
Israeli American Council: Thursday, May 28th at 3.30PM PDT / 6.30PM EDT
As we celebrate, it is customary to eat and enjoy dairy foods on the holiday. AMIT is happy to present to you our 2020/5780 Shavuot Recipe Book, full of delicious dishes from famous foodies, such as Jamie Geller, Levana Kirschenbaum, Naomi Nachman, Adeena Sussman, and others. Learn More »
