Session 12/11 and 🕎 HANUKKAH PARTY 12/13!! Price changes in January.

[Joyce Clyde]

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From: Aaron Alpert <aa...@nirkoda.com>

 

View this email in your browser   This week: Session (Dec. 11) and big year's end Hanukkah Party (Dec. 13) At our Thursday session, we will review Yamim Tovim and Shir Ahava. Scroll down for video links. Then, on Saturday, we'll have our our big end-of-the-year Hanukkah party, featuring six Bay Area markidim -- Aaron, Bronwyn, Latishya, Loui, Tovael, and Yoram!! It'll be a great, crazy time, so don't miss it. Details: Where: Etz Chayim, 4161 Alma St., Palo Alto (map) When: Saturday, Dec. 13, 7:30-11:30pm How much: $12   NLC Admission Price Increase Last week, we shared that Etz Chayim is raising our rent, so, regrettably, we must also adjust the admission price to cover the increase. Starting on Jan. 15, 2026, the NLC will be $14 (for full-time students up to age 25, it's $7). Of course, no one will ever be turned away from our Israeli dance community due to financial hardship, so please talk with Aaron or Latishya to work out special accommodations if needed. End-of-year Closures We will be closed on Dec. 25 and Jan. 1. Yoram & Bronwyn will sub on Jan 8. Yamim Tovim (T) Choreographer: Michael Barzelai Year: 2025 Type: Circle Singer: Hafuch Al Hafuch Shir Ahava Choreographer: Yaron Malihi Year: 2000 Type: Partner Singer: Yo'av Yitzchak, Shimrit List of all dances taught Session Details Every Thursday 7:30 - 8:00 PM beginners 8:00 - 11:30 PM int/advanced Congregation Etz Chayim 4161 Alma St., Palo Alto, CA (map) $12 general, $6 students nirkoda.com/LeChayim We recommend, but do not require, up-to-date COVID-19 vaccination. Masks are optional. Please refrain from wearing strong perfumes or heavy scents, as some dancers are allergic or highly sensitive. Camps and Workshops Machol Miami. December 27-29, 2025. Aventura, FL. Machol Maryland. January 8-11, 2026. Rockville, MD. Machol Texas. January 9-11, 2026. San Antonio, TX. Sagi & Orly Workshop. January 18, 2026. Los Angeles, CA. LA Mini Camp. January 31-February 1, 2026. Los Angeles, CA. Beketzev Acher. March 19-22, 2026. Crystal Lake, IL. Israeli Folkdance Festival. March 22, 2026. Cambridge, MA. Rokdim Ba'Valley Mini Camp. Jan. 31 - Feb. 1, 2026. Los Angeles, CA. Kochavim. April 16-19, 2026. Wimberley, TX. Yad Beyad Boston. April 30-May 3, 2026. Natick, MA. Maayan Neurim. May 21-25, 2026. Great Barrington, MA. BeLev Echad. May 29-31, 2026. Vancouver, BC, Can. Philadelphia Workshop. June 20-21, 2026. Dresher, PA. Machol Houston Workshop. Summer 2026. Houston, TX. Gvanim. Summer 2026. Copake, NY. Karmiel USA. Summer 2026. Highlands, NC. Shorashim. Summer 2026. New York, NY. B'YACHAD. Summer 2026. Olympia, WA. Rikud Rochester. October 10-11, 2026. Rochester, NY. Machol Merkaz. Fall 2026. Oconomowoc, WI. Camp Li-Am. Fall 2026. Niagara Falls, ON, Can. Nirkoda Ba'Kerem. December 3-6, 2026. Sacramento, CA. Hora Eclipse. July 20-23, 2028. Sydney, Australia. Machol Miami December 27-29, 2025 Aventura, FL Accomplished choreographers Gadi Bitton and Avi Levy bring energy and creativity to the dance floor. It's absolutely amazing! Five dance sessions in an air-conditioned gym with wood floor. Machol Maryland January 8-11, 2026 Rockville, MD Ohevet Ozevet Productions presents our camp serving the DC-Maryland-Virginia Israeli dance community. Participants will enjoy learning new dances, specialty dance sessions, and evening parties and marathons with great teachers. Machol Texas January 9-11, 2026 San Antonio, TX We are excited to welcome and feature choreographer MARCELO MARIANOFF to lead us in a weekend full of dancing, learning, and making memories. This weekend is the perfect opportunity for dance enthusiasts of all levels to immerse themselves in the energy and spirit of Israeli dance. Sagi & Orly's One-Day Special Event  January 18, 2026 Los Angeles, CA Join us for a once-in-a-lifetime dance celebration. When two of the best dance leaders in CA meet for a fun day of dance and song. With Orly's energy and Sagi's humor, as well as their repertoire, you are in for a fun dance adventure. You do not want to miss this event! LA Mini Camp January 31-February 1, 2026 Los Angeles, CA Join us for an unforgettable weekend, where dancers from near and afar will come together for two days and nights of nonstop dancing, learning, and community with Dudu Barzilay and Avi Perez. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced dancer, this event is for everyone! Immerse yourself in the exciting world of Israeli dance with top-tier instruction, lively social dancing, and plenty of opportunities to connect with fellow dance enthusiasts. Rokdim Chicago & Hilulim March 19-22, 2026 Crystal Lake, IL This year marks a magical first—the dynamic union of Beketzev Acher with Hilulim, the beloved Israeli dance camp renowned for its focus on friendship, folk dancing, and festive dinners. Together, they bring you a one-of-a-kind Israeli Dance Camp that raises the energy, deepens the connections, and redefines what folk dance gatherings can be. Don’t miss this electrifying debut—where tradition and innovation meet in the most celebratory dance experience yet! Israeli Folkdance Festival of Boston March 22, 2026 Cambridge, MA Great dancers, interesting choreographies, traditional and modern Israeli music, it all adds up to a terrific performance! Don't miss a chance to join us! Kochavim April 16-19, 2026 Wimberley, TX The best little dance camp in Texas! Everyone who has ever gone to Kochavim says it’s about as friendly a camp as you can find - and always with a great staff! Featuring Yaron Carmel, Aaron Alpert, Ken Avner, and La Mona Myr. Yad Be'Yad Boston April 30-May 3, 2026 Natick, MA Be part of Boston's one-of-a-kind Israeli dance community with incredibly talented and energetic staff and friends from around the world! Dance with Tamir Scherzer, Tamir Shalev, and TaMitch Ginsburgh! Maayan Neurim May 21-25, 2026 Great Barrington, MA The weekend of your dreams! World-class Israeli dance teachers & tribute sets honoring legends of the field. Immersive drumming workshops. Partner, circle, and curated marathon dance sessions. Cultural feasts & festive meals. Late-night jam sessions & rare dances. A true blend of community, culture, and celebration lasting from morning to dawn. BeLev Echad May 29-31, 2026 Vancouver, BC, Canada We fortunate to have two amazing teachers, Dror Davidi and Marcelo Marianoff, coming to BeLev Echad, along with Nona Malki and the rest of the VIFS team! MNR Philadelphia Workshop June 20-21, 2026 Dresher, PA Please save the date for the 2026 MNR Philly Workshop, this time with Marcelo and Mitch Ginsburgh! Machol Houston Workshop Summer 2026 Houston, TX Get ready to experience the joy and energy of Israeli dance at our upcoming Master Class, led by incredible instructors from Israel. Open to dancers of all levels. Whether you're coming solo or bringing friends, you’re in for a lively and inspiring weekend filled with music, movement and connection. Gvanim Summer 2026 Copake, NY Join us for a weekend for laughs, fun, family, and non-stop dancing! Our teachers will keep you dancing the whole time! Featuring great teachers from Israel. Karmiel USA Summer 2026 Highlands, NC Enjoy dance sessions and parties in at this beautiful, relaxing, rustic retreat in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Teaching and dance parties in our wonderful "Tree House" dance hall, with heated rooms, hiking trails, afternoon wine parties, and traditional Kabalat Shabbat and Havdala services.    Shorashim Summer 2026 New York, NY Dedicated to our beloved Danny Uziel and remembering Se'adia Amishai. With master teachers Ruth Goodman and Danny Pollock. Presented in person and virtually via Zoom. B'YACHAD Summer 2026 Olympia, WA The Pacific Northwest's great session leaders lead dance sessions at this fabulous retreat for intermediate/advanced dancers!   Rikud Rochester October 10-11, 2026 Rochester, NY Our annual Israeli dance marathon and workshop with Ken Avner. Dance your favorites and learn the latest hits in a casual, relaxed environment. All are welcome. Snacks included! Machol Merkaz Fall 2026 Oconomowoc, WI Machol Merkaz is an Israeli Dance Camp based in the Midwest, the virtual center of the United States. Expect participants from all over the country and around the world. You’ll be hard pressed to find a nicer group of Israeli dancers! Expect a wonderful atmosphere, courtesy of our guests from Israel. Li-Am Fall 2026 Niagara Falls, ON, Canada Featuring great teachers from Israel. Our goal is to bring the dancing family together in one place where we can enjoy amazing workshops, dance parties, delicious meals and more at Hotel Marriott on the Falls. Nirkoda Ba'Kerem December 3-6, 2026 Sacramento, CA Join us for our third time at the DoubleTree Sacramento, with a dynamic team of fantastic teachers. As always, awesome dancing, a spirited Hanukkah celebration, our signature wine tasting event — but most importantly, a caring, friendly, and inclusive community! Hora Eclipse July 20-23, 2028 Sydney, Australia It's not just another dance camp! We're adding to the program a total solar eclipse and an opportunity to visit and tour "the land down under" with your dancing friends and family!  Copyright © 2025 Nirkoda, All rights reserved. News and announcements about Nirkoda! Israeli Dance with Aaron Alpert are sent to this list (about 2 per month). 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