SHIUR Berlin: Coexistence Shabbat in the Gallery: Light in November: A New Humanism- with Hamza Howidy and Micki Weinberg
SHIUR Berlin: Coexistence Shabbat in the Gallery: light in November: A New Humanism- with Gazan peace activist Hamza Howidy and shiur founder Micki Weinberg
November 29, 2024 | Berlin
They say that darkness reveals light. Is there a light of New Humanism emerging from these dark times? How does this New Humanism look like? What sources can we draw on to construct a New Humanist worldview? What role does art, practice, and ritual play in this process?
Join us as explore these questions and more in an evening with Hamza and Micki, as Jews, Arabs & others come together at a unique Shabbat dinner discourse exploring texts, art and rituals at project space Die Möglichkeit einer Insel amidst our very first SHIUR curated art exhibit by Achinoam Alon.
Space limited.
Early bird ticket 38 euros includes full dinner, wine and programming.
Apply below to attend.
SHIUR Tel Aviv Community Led Discourse
SHIUR Tel Aviv Community Led Discourse
November 14, 2024 | Tel aviv
Members of the SHIUR community, Arab and Jewish, come together monthly to lead a text based discourse drawing on texts from both cultures.
Join us for an evening discourse, wine, and community.
This week’s SHIUR will be led by Dr. Emil Haloun (lecturer at the Arab College in Haifa and poet Shaul Solomon.
Space limited. Please register here to receive confirmation and more information.
20 NIS. Includes wine and snacks.
SHIUR Lisbon Shabbat dinner
SHIUR Lisbon shabbat dinner- Lekh Lekha/GO Forth
November 8, 2024 | location given upon rsvp confirmation
Join Micki for an intimate and special evening of ritual, discourse, wine and more, as we explore Jewish, Portuguese, and Western texts in theory, philosophy, literature and more.
Space limited. Please register here to receive confirmation and more information.
In collaboration with JCC Lisbon & Rua da Judiara
Registration for the Event is closed. See photos of the Event below!
SHIUR tel aviv coexistence shabbat: Deconstructing Sukkot
SHIUR tel aviv coexistence shabbat: deconstructing sukkot
oct 25, 2024. 7:30pm | location will be announced at later date
Micki will be coming to Tel Aviv from Berlin for this special SHIUR Community Shabbat Dinner, where Jews and Arabs, Israelis and hutznikim will come together for a dinner to explore texts and rituals from theory, philosophy, kabbalah, hasidut, literature and more.
Includes gourmet multi course dinner and wine catered by chef Gal Perlman.
After the holiday of Sukkot ends, we are obliged to deconstruct the Sukkah--in many ways, the current situation has led us to realize the temporal nature of the world that we took for granted. How do we deconstruct? And what can emerge out of this deconstruction? Join us as we explore this theme and more
Tickets include full programming, wine & drinks, multi course Gourmet catered dinner
Under 30: 160 NIS Early Bird, October 23 and after 190 NIS
30 and over: 290 NIS Early Bird, October 23 and after 330 NIS.
Apply to attend below, once accepted you will receive a ticket link.
Registration for the Event is closed. See photos of the Event below!
SHIUR Berlin Arab-Jewish Coexistence Shabbat with Gazan democracy activist Hamza Howidy
SHIUR Berlin Arab-Jewish Coexistence Shabbat with Gazan democracy activist Hamza Howidy
september 27, 2024 | Location TBA
Join us for an evening with Hamza and Micki, as Jews and Arabs come together at a unique Shabbat dinner discourse. Jews and Arabs are undergoing an unforeseen transformation in self-conception– both in relation to the world as well as reconceiving fundamental questions of Jewish, Israeli & Palestinian consciousness.
Sustainable connections emerge when people come together over a vision rooted on shared values and a partnered future. Part of this process of reconfiguration involves reflection and engagement with ourselves & our literary, philosophical & cultural heritage –and seeking out a new language and worldview that is contemporary to our times and needs.
Hamza is an activist from Gaza, who was jailed by Hamas for his activism for a democratic and secular Palestine, who now is bravely fighting for peace with Israel and a Gaza free from Hamas.
About the poster: the image is from Eliezer Weishoff’s 1977 poster for the Egyptian-Israeli peace treaty
SHIUR berlin: shabbat in the gallery
SHIUR Berlin: shabbat in the gallery: antisemitism in the art world
september 6, 2024 | Mountains gallery
Do Jews Have a Place in Germany's Art Spaces?
Join us for Shabbat dinner at Mountains Gallery in Mitte as we engage in a text based discourse led by Micki Weinberg. We'll explore the structural roots of the posthumanist and antisemitic trends in the contemporary art scene—tracing their origins from the fascist futurists of the 1920s to art schools and cultural institutions today.
The SHIUR Shabbat in the Gallery series is held in concert with SHIUR gatherings in Tel Aviv, Berlin, and New York, where Jews and Arabs, Israelis, Iranians, and other nationalities, come together through text-based discourse at art spaces; thinking together, reading together, developing ideas and experiences together.
Tickets include full programming, wine & drinks, catered vegetarian dinner by Chef Alena Gallagher, challah and Israeli dips from Beba restaurant.
36€ Early Bird before Sep 1, 46€ after
Space limited. Please register here to apply to receive email with confirmation and ticket link.
Our poster satirizes & references a poster from UdK, Berlin's art school with a significant antisemitism problem.
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SHIUR new york: shabbat in the gallery
SHIUR New York: shabbat in the gallery- the feminine divine at the formah
August 16, 2024 7:30pm | formah gallery
How can contemporary art reveal new insights into ancient texts and narrative? How can text based discourse create a new con-text to appreciate visual arts?
SHIUR Shabbat in the Gallery will explore these questions amongst Formah’s The Feminine Divine exhibition with art of artists including Yana Beylinson, Bokani, Kristy Gordon, Michelle Hinebrook, EE Kono, Diana Kurz, Brianna Lance, Mary Kate Maher, Gabriella Mazza, Katie Southworth, Deirdre Sullivan-Beeman, and Sasha Yosselani.
Join us for an intimate Shabbat meal, combined with an evening of text based discourse along with sources from theory and Kabbalah via a critical discourse lens.
The SHIUR Shabbat in the Gallery series is held in concert with SHIUR gatherings in Tel Aviv and Berlin, where Jews and Arabs, Israelis, Iranians, and other nationalities, come together through text-based discourse at art spaces; thinking together, reading together, developing ideas and experiences together.
Tickets include full programming, kosher catered dinner, and drinks.
$90 Early Bird (before August 11) after $120
Image: Katie Southworth Atatakami, 2023
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shiur berlin radical discourses: new age antisemitism
shiur berlin radical discourses- a text based discourse on new age antisemitism
july 25, 2024 | location given upon rsvp confirmation
How is it that certain segments of the typically politically indifferent New Age scene, from Tulum to Ibiza to Bali, have fully embraced antisemitic tropes and ideologies in their newfound interest and self-appointed authority on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict? Join us with Micki Weinberg as we explore texts from Leo Löwenthal, Knut Hamsun, Hannah Arendt, Jewish traditional texts, and more that will shed light on the roots of this seemingly strange turn.
18 eur (including full programming, wine, cheese and snacks).
SHIUR supporting members & students receive discounted ticket (10 euros).
Registration for the Event is closed. See photos of the Event below!
SHIUR Retreat: Bohemian midsummer shabbat
SHIUR Retreat: Bohemian midsummer shabbat
June 21-23, 2024 | a castle in Bohemia in Czech republic
Apply to join the SHIUR Bohemian Midsummer Shabbat Retreat in a Baroque Castle built in 1721.
About the retreat:
The purpose of SHIUR retreats is to retreat with the intent to return to society; impacting meaningful change both within ourselves and those around us. We do this by bringing together a diverse group of participants to engage in multidisciplinary activities–text based discourse, ritual, music, art, body movement, and good food.
We believe that our special take on Shabbat and Havdalah practices could offer a radically different approach to retreat, transformation, and alterity–for participants of all backgrounds.
We directly engage in contemporary questions and issues that affect ourselves and our society–detachment is not enough!
About the location:
The beautiful and renovated castle is located in the countryside of Western Bohemia over the German and Austrian borders in the Czech Republic. Bohemia is a region of outstanding natural and architectural beauty that also has a rich cultural history–from the Kabbalists to Kafka! We are thrilled and look forward to engage in texts and rituals that emerged from the very location that we will be in.
Participants will be able to enjoy the castle, the surrounding parkland and nature areas.
Czech Republic has been a steadfast friend of Israel and the Jewish people, and we are proud to have our retreat in a country that has taken an unequivocal stance against antisemitism.
Pick up and transport from Prague is included in the price. We are also arranging transports from Berlin and Munich.
Costs:
The castle has different rooms of varying size and luxury.
All inclusive (3 days, 2 nights accommodation, food, programming, including pick up and transport)- costs range from 275 to 500 euros depending on the room.
UNDER 30 SPECIAL RATE:
If you are under 30 you can apply for a special subsidised rate of 75 euros all inclusive. Space is limited, we recommend you apply early.
Registration for the retreat is closed. See photos of the retreat below!
SHIUR tel aviv community shabbat: liminality
SHIUR tel aviv community shabbat: liminality
may 31, 2024. 8pm | location will be announced at later date
Micki will be coming to Tel Aviv from Berlin for this special SHIUR Community Shabbat Dinner, where Jews and Arabs, Israelis and hutznikim will come together for a dinner to explore texts and rituals from theory, philosophy, kabbalah, hasidut, literature and more.
The gourmet multi course dinner is catered by Israeli chef Gal Pearlman.
We are in the midst of an evolution (or revolution?) of meaning and values—what we took for granted no longer holds true—yet we have not yet realized any new system. This liminal stage is mirrored in the Hebrew calendar - We are between the Exodus of Passover and the receiving of the Torah of Shavuot. Join us as we explore this theme and more.
Apply to attend below and receive ticket link
Ticket: 190 NIS
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SHIUR tel aviv community shabbat: (A new) spring
SHIUR tel aviv community shabbat: (a new) spring
April 12, 2024. 8pm | Cafe ivri
Micki will be coming to Tel Aviv from Berlin for this special SHIUR Community Shabbat Dinner, where Jews and Arabs, Israelis and hutznikim will come together for a dinner to explore texts and rituals from theory, philosophy, kabbalah, hasidut, literature and more. Special guest, Khitam Bader Director of Raidat Bedouin education program at Desert Stars.
SOLD OUT. Register to join waitlist.
Ticket: 130 NIS
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Poster based on Pinchas Litvonsky’s cover of Avraham Shlonsky’s “Davey! 1924
SHIUR berlin radical discourses for our time
SHIUR berlin radical discourses for our time
march 30, 2024 | location given upon rsvp confirmation
What would be a radical approach to the current antisemitism problem in Berlin? How can we go to the structural roots of what we are facing today? And most importantly, what actions can we take to uproot this ancient hatred? Join the Berlin SHIUR community and Micki for an intimate and special evening of havdalah ritual, discourse, wine and more.
Tickets:
Early bird: 16 eur (including full programming, wine, drinks and snacks).
SHIUR supporting members receive discounted ticket (10 euros).
Registration for the Event is closed. See photos of the Event below!
SHIUR Seattle: shabbat dinner dis-course
SHIUR Seattle: shabbat dinner dis-course
March15, 2024 | seattle - address given upon rsvp confirmation
How can the ancient shabbat practice offer an alternative way of personal and social transformation? how can—through new readings of old texts— we reconceptualize the notion of rest & retreat so that Shabbat becomes…an exercize in utopia?
SHIUR Seattle: Shabbat Dinner Dis-Course will explore these questions through a SHIUR Dinner Dis-Course Source Sheet.
Join us for an intimate Shabbat meal, combined with an evening of text based discourse along with sources from theory and Kabbalah via a critical discourse lens.
The SHIUR Dinner Dis-Course series brings SHIUR to your home or community, and is held simultaneously throughout the globe by different SHIUR hosts.
Space limited.
Source sheet by Micki Weinberg. SHIUR Seattle Dinner Dis-Course hosted by Benjamin Shukman.
Registration for the Event is closed.
SHIUR New York: shabbat in the gallery
SHIUR New York: shabbat in the gallery
March15, 2024 | Formah gallery
How can contemporary art reveal new insights into ancient texts and narrative? How can seemingly unrelated texts create a new con-text to appreciate visual arts?
SHIUR Shabbat in the Gallery will explore these questions amongst the art of Rachel Rubenstein in FORMAH Gallery’s “Connected to All That Is” Exhibition.
Join us for an intimate Shabbat meal, combined with an evening of text based discourse along with sources from theory and Kabbalah via a critical discourse lens.
The SHIUR Shabbat in the Gallery series is held in concert with SHIUR gatherings in Tel Aviv and Berlin, where Jews and Arabs, Israelis, Iranians, and other nationalities, come together through text-based discourse at art spaces; thinking together, reading together, developing ideas and experiences together.
Tickets: $120 (including full programming, kosher catered dinner, and drinks).
$90 Early Bird (before March 8)
Space limited. Please register here to receive confirmation and ticket link.
Registration for this event is closed. See photos of the event below!
SHIUR COMMUNITY HAVDALAH IN BERLIN: ACTION & PRAXIS IN DARK TIMES
SHIUR COMMUNITY havdalah in berlin- ACTION & PRAXIS IN DARK TIMES
February 10, 2024 | location given upon rsvp confirmation
Micki is back in Berlin from Tel Aviv! How do those of us in Europe respond to the darkness re-emerging in Europe? How can you take a pro-active and involved role that is intuitive, informed, and reasonable? Join the Berlin SHIUR community and Micki for an intimate and special evening of ritual, discourse, wine and more. We will explore different themes that have emerged since October 7—and the role that those in Europe can take in the struggle of light against darkness…
Tickets: 16 eur (including full programming, wine, drinks and snacks).
SHIUR supporting members receive discounted ticket (10 euros).
Space limited.
Registration for the Event is closed. See photos of the the Event below!
SHIUR COMMUNITY SHABBAT - TEL AVIV
SHIUR COMMUNITY SHABBAT IN TEL AVIV
JANUARY 26, 2024 | CAFE IVRI, TEL AVIV
SOLD OUT.
We have built a beautiful community of SHIURniks in Tel Aviv, made up of so many different souls. This Shabbat will be an opportunity for us to experience and get to know the different lights that make up our SHIUR community, through a unique Shabbat dinner evening of wine, catered dinner, ritual, and more.
TICKET: 120 NIS
Registration for the Event is closed. See photos of the the Event below!
This event was made possible with support from REALITY, an epic journey through Israel for global change-makers on a mission to repair the world. Following their journey, REALITY alumni join a network of entrepreneurs and global shapers that continue to work together to create positive change in their communities. The content provided at this event reflects the opinion of its organizer and does not necessarily represent the views of REALITY or all program participants. Everyone who attends this event is expected to adhere to the REALITY Code of Conduct. You can review it here. This event is nourished by OneTable.
SHIUR with Micki in Tel Aviv- Sommer Contemporary Art
Gregor Hildebrandt / For The White Cityshiur with micki in tel aviv- Sommer Contemporary Art
January 18, 2024 | Sommer contemporary art
How can contemporary art reveal new insights into ancient texts and narrative? How can seemingly unrelated texts create a new con-text to appreciate visual arts?
SHIUR at Sommer Contemporary Art in Tel Aviv will explore these questions through an interdisciplinary evening of text based discourse led by Micki re-reading the Bo narrative along with sources from theory and Kabbalah via a critical discourse lens relating, directly and indirectly, to the art of Gregor Hildebrandt.
We are holding weekly in-person SHIUR gatherings where Jews and Arabs, Israelis and foreigners, come together through text-based discourse. Thinking together, reading together, developing ideas and experiences together.
Registration for the Event is closed. See photos of the the Event below!
SHIUR with Micki in Tel Aviv- Parterre projects
Tsibi Geva
shiur with micki in tel aviv- Parterre Projects
January 11, 2024 | Parterre Projects
How can contemporary art reveal new insights into ancient texts and narrative? How can seemingly unrelated texts create a new con-text to appreciate visual arts?
SHIUR at Parterre Projects Tel Aviv will explore these questions amongst the art of Tsibi Geva through an interdisciplinary evening of text based discourse led by Micki re-reading the Vaera narrative along with sources from theory and Kabbalah via a critical discourse lens. We will be joined by Professor Roy Brand, founder of Parterre Projects.
We are holding weekly in-person SHIUR gatherings where Jews and Arabs, Israelis and foreigners, come together through text-based discourse. Thinking together, reading together, developing ideas and experiences together.
Registration for the Event is closed. See photos of the the Event below!
SHIUR with Micki in Tel Aviv
shiur with micki in Tel Aviv
December 28, 2023 | soho house
Join us as we explore the theme of renewal and growth in an interdisciplinary evening of text based discourse led by Micki re-reading sources from theory and Kabbalah via a critical discourse lens.
We are holding weekly in-person SHIUR gatherings where Jews and Arabs, Israelis and foreigners, come together through text-based discourse. Thinking together, reading together, developing ideas and experiences together.
Registration for the Event is closed. See photos of the the Event below!
SHIUR havdalah/Micki’s birthday
shiur Havdalah/micki’s birthday
December 23, 2023 | location given upon confirmation of attendance
Join Micki and the SHIUR community in Tel Aviv, as we celebrate his birthday, in an evening of text, light, ritual, music, and more.
Registration for the Event is closed. See photos of the the Event below!
SHIUR with Micki in Tel Aviv- Givon art forum
Maya Attoun, Soulseek at Givon Art Forum
shiur with micki in tel aviv- Givon art forum
December 14, 2023 | Givon art forum
How can contemporary art reveal new insights into ancient texts and narrative? How can seemingly unrelated texts create a new con-text to appreciate visual arts?
SHIUR at Givon Art Forum Tel Aviv will explore these questions through an interdisciplinary evening of text based discourse led by Micki re-reading the Joseph narrative & Chanukah along with sources from theory and Kabbalah via a critical discourse lens. We will be joined by Noemi Givon, founder of Givon Art Forum.
We are holding weekly in-person SHIUR gatherings where Jews and Arabs, Israelis and foreigners, come together through text-based discourse. Thinking together, reading together, developing ideas and experiences together.
Registration for the Event is closed. See photos of the the Event below!
SHIUR with Micki in Tel Aviv- Braverman Gallery
David Adika. In “We Support” exhibition at Braverman gallery shiur with micki in tel aviv- Braverman gallery
December 6, 2023 | Braverman Gallery
How can contemporary art reveal new insights into ancient texts and narrative? How can seemingly unrelated texts create a new con-text to appreciate visual arts?
SHIUR and Braverman Gallery Tel Aviv will explore these questions through an interdisciplinary evening of text based discourse led by Micki re-reading the Yehudah-Tamar narrative & Chanukah along with sources from theory and Kabbalah via a critical discourse lens.
We are holding weekly in-person SHIUR gatherings where Jews and Arabs, Israelis and foreigners, come together through text-based discourse. Thinking together, reading together, developing ideas and experiences together.
Registration for the Event is closed. See photos of the the Event below!
SHIUR with Micki in Tel Aviv
shiur with micki in tel aviv
November 30, 2023 | Artport tel aviv
We are holding weekly in-person SHIUR gatherings where Jews and Arabs, Israelis and foreigners, come together through text-based discourse. Thinking together, reading together, developing ideas and experiences together.
SHIUR is partnering with existing organizations within Israel, focusing on coexistence projects between Jews and Arabs, as well as supplying urgent needs those in need due to the war.
More info on this event
The people of Israel, both Jewish and Arab, are undergoing an unforeseen transformation in self-conception–both in relation to the world as well as reconceiving fundamental questions of Jewish & Israeli consciousness. Past political, religious, and social categories have become obsolete after October 7. Part of this process of reconfiguration involves reflection and engagement with ourselves and our history–and seeking out a new language and worldview that is contemporary to our times and needs.
We believe, now it is crucial to work on “internal defense” by engaging with intellectual and spiritual questions that shape our sense of what Israel stands for and what it means to be Jewish and or Israelis (this includes all Arab and non-Jewish inhabitants and citizens). Given the global nature of discourse about the War, we also feel it valuable to engage in discourse with our international community.
Registration for the Event is closed. See photos of the the Event below!
Virtual SHIUR on Zoom
virtual shiur on zoom
November 29, 2023 | zoom
We are holding bi-weekly virtual SHIUR where the global community explores through text and discourse the current situation. Thinking together, reading together, developing ideas and experiences together.
*Note: We will send you the link to the Zoom call upon registration
Registration for the Event is closed.
The people of Israel, both Jewish and Arab, are undergoing an unforeseen transformation in self-conception–both in relation to the world as well as reconceiving fundamental questions of Jewish & Israeli consciousness. Past political, religious, and social categories have become obsolete after October 7. Part of this process of reconfiguration involves reflection and engagement with ourselves and our history–and seeking out a new language and worldview that is contemporary to our times and needs.
We believe, now it is crucial to work on “internal defense” by engaging with intellectual and spiritual questions that shape our sense of what Israel stands for and what it means to be Jewish and or Israelis (this includes all Arab and non-Jewish inhabitants and citizens). Given the global nature of discourse about the War, we also feel it valuable to engage in discourse with our international community.
SHIUR with Micki in Tel Aviv
shiur with micki in tel aviv
November 23, 2023 | Beit radical (radical house)
The people of Israel, both Jewish and Arab, are undergoing an unforeseen transformation in self-conception–both in relation to the world as well as reconceiving fundamental questions of Jewish & Israeli consciousness. Past political, religious, and social categories have become obsolete after October 7. Part of this process of reconfiguration involves reflection and engagement with ourselves and our history–and seeking out a new language and worldview that is contemporary to our times and needs.
We believe, now it is crucial to work on “internal defense” by engaging with intellectual and spiritual questions that shape our sense of what Israel stands for and what it means to be Jewish and or Israelis (this includes all Arab and non-Jewish inhabitants and citizens). Given the global nature of discourse about the War, we also feel it valuable to engage in discourse with our international community.
We are holding weekly in-person SHIUR gatherings where Jews and Arabs, Israelis and foreigners, come together through text-based discourse. Thinking together, reading together, developing ideas and experiences together.
SHIUR is partnering with existing organizations within Israel, focusing on coexistence projects between Jews and Arabs, as well as supplying urgent needs those in need due to the war.
Registration for the Event is closed.
Virtual SHIUR on Zoom
virtual shiur on zoom
November 15, 2023 | zoom
The people of Israel, both Jewish and Arab, are undergoing an unforeseen transformation in self-conception–both in relation to the world as well as reconceiving fundamental questions of Jewish & Israeli consciousness. Past political, religious, and social categories have become obsolete after October 7. Part of this process of reconfiguration involves reflection and engagement with ourselves and our history–and seeking out a new language and worldview that is contemporary to our times and needs.
We believe, now it is crucial to work on “internal defense” by engaging with intellectual and spiritual questions that shape our sense of what Israel stands for and what it means to be Jewish and or Israelis (this includes all Arab and non-Jewish inhabitants and citizens). Given the global nature of discourse about the War, we also feel it valuable to engage in discourse with our international community.
We are holding bi-weekly virtual SHIUR where the global community explores through text and discourse the current situation. Thinking together, reading together, developing ideas and experiences together.
Sign ups for this event are closed
