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Virtual Events

Zikaron B'salon

A testimony regarding her family's survival of the Holocaust. Attendees can look forward to hearing a live performance of the song, "Imagine," by John Lennon covered by the talented, Peri Leanna (Peri Schuster).

Artifacts of Independence

Virtual live lecture which traces the Zionist dream from Herzl through to Israel's independence illustrated by artifacts in the personal collection of David Matlow. David own the world's largest private collection of Theodor Herzl memorabilia with over 5,000 items.  

Mt. Sinai to  Mt. Herzl

The promise of the Promised Land has always been linked to the responsibility for developing within it a of society of the highest moral standard. In this session we will explore texts on the imperative of creating an exemplary society in the Land of Israel as envisioned from Biblical times to the present.

Trail Of independence

The incredible story of the first Hebrew city in the world, that was founded in 1909, and turned in recent years into the heart of the Startup Nation. In this virtual tour we discover the secrets behind the preserved houses, recognized by UNESCO as a world heritage site, including the Hall of Independence - the place where the state of Israel was founded.

White city ladies

How many streets are named after women in the most pluralistic city in Israel? Where is the most feminist place in Tel Aviv? Who were the women who designed the White City of Tel Aviv and why were they forgotten?

Unorthodox

We had a great conversation with Ronit Asheri & Gera Sandler! With a bonus Q and A from the audience. It was great to learn about life on the set, their most memorable moments, and filming on set in Berlin.

Ben Gurion's  House

Get an in depth perspective on this International Holocaust Remembrance Day. Join former Goucher Holocaust Studies Professor, Uta Larkey and Holocaust Survivor, Isak Danon as they share their expertise and personal stories with us on the way to the museum.

BDS Movement

A glance at the BDS activities worldwide and their influence on the delegitimation of the very existence of the State of Israel.

Neve Tzedek

Established in 1887, Neve Tzedek is the first Jewish neighborhood to be built outside the walls of ancient Jaffa. Follow the footsteps of pioneers and founders who laid the ground for what will later become Tel Aviv - the first Hebrew city in the world. ​

German American Colony

Join us as we go back to the days that Jaffa drew adventurous characters who dreamed of redemption. The American-German colony reveals the true scope of the efforts to resettle in the Land of Israel in modern times. Join tour guide Tomer Chelouche on a virtual visit to a highly secretive place in Tel-Aviv! We can almost guarantee you have never been there before & and it's beautiful!

Interactive Israeli Cooking 

Experience the making of a Tunisian fresh salad and learn the connection and influence of Tunisian cuisine on Israeli mainstream dishes. Huppit will also be introducing one of the most popular Israeli cheeses - Halloumi. Also on the menu, pita sticks with Israeli popular spices and homemade slushies with Israeli summer flavors watermelon, Arak and Nana (mint).

The rise of Antisemitism and Anti- Zionism in America today

The Baltimore Zionist District & Hashevet were honored to host a zoom panel discussion, where our exceptional speakers shared their knowledge and expertise regarding the rise of Antisemitism and Anti- Zionism in America today. Our diverse panel included leaders from organizations around the country who all work in an effort to combat Antisemitism on college campuses, social media, and around the world. 

History of modern Zionism

Do you know the main modern Zionist leaders and philosophies? What came first, Israel or Zionism? What role did Antisemitism play in the creation of modern Zionism? How is Zionism the Jewish people's right to self-determination? What is the role of Zionism today?

"Yalla" let's bake Challah

The Baltimore Zionist District & Hashevet were honored to host a zoom panel discussion, where our exceptional speakers shared their knowledge and expertise regarding the rise of Antisemitism and Anti- Zionism in America today. Our diverse panel included leaders from organizations around the country who all work in an effort to combat Antisemitism on college campuses, social media, and around the world. 

Shuls in Eretz Yisrael Then & Now

It has become a tradition in Israel during the days leading up to Yom Kippur to tour the wide variety of Shuls that represent the various cultures of Jews who have returned from the Diaspora to the Land of Israel. We will take a virtual tour of shuls in Israel from antiquity till the present and enhance our own preparations for Yom Kippur. We will 'visit' the oldest shul discovered in Israel located in Gamla in the Golan, and we will go to the "Churva" shul that was built multiple times.

Sukkot across Israel

Sukkot celebrates the gathering of the harvest and commemorates the protection provided for the children of Israel when they left Egypt. We continue to celebrate Sukkot by dwelling in a Sukkah and by including the “Four Species” (Arba Minim), four special species of vegetation. Join us for a virtual journey throughout Israel that will include a look at Sukkot through history as well as getting a peak into some current Sukkot from all over the country!

Tel Aviv Graffiti Tour

Between Tel Aviv and Jaffa where dusty streets are dotted with carpentries and garages, lies graffiti heaven. Join us as we tour the alleys where everything is covered by splashes of spray and color. We’ll explore visual dialogues on politics, temporary art, and Israeli society, and learn about the people behind the art. What motivates them and what are they trying to tell us – and why in the street?

An intimate conversation with Holocaust survivor  Renee Fink

Renee Fink was born in the Netherlands two years before the start of World War II. At the age of four, she was taken from her home to a Catholic family she had never met. Renee remained there until the war ended in 1945. She never saw her birth parents again. They were betrayed and died in a concentration camp. Renee came to the United States in 1948.

Sukkot across Israel

Sukkot celebrates the gathering of the harvest and commemorates the protection provided for the children of Israel when they left Egypt. We continue to celebrate Sukkot by dwelling in a Sukkah and by including the “Four Species” (Arba Minim), four special species of vegetation. Join us for a virtual journey throughout Israel that will include a look at Sukkot through history as well as getting a peak into some current Sukkot from all over the country!

Tel Aviv Graffiti Tour

Between Tel Aviv and Jaffa where dusty streets are dotted with carpentries and garages, lies graffiti heaven. Join us as we tour the alleys where everything is covered by splashes of spray and color. We’ll explore visual dialogues on politics, temporary art, and Israeli society, and learn about the people behind the art. What motivates them and what are they trying to tell us – and why in the street?

An intimate conversation with Holocaust survivor  Renee Fink

Renee Fink was born in the Netherlands two years before the start of World War II. At the age of four, she was taken from her home to a Catholic family she had never met. Renee remained there until the war ended in 1945. She never saw her birth parents again. They were betrayed and died in a concentration camp. Renee came to the United States in 1948.

American Jew from Beit Hatfutsot- the museum of the Jewish people

The story of Jews in the United States is one of diversity, contribution, and triumph. This tour will focus on the social, cultural and religious history of Jewish Americans, analyzing the significance of both the Touro Synagogue (1763), and Seinfeld (1990s), with everything in between. We will ask the questions, “What role does my American identity play in my Jewish identity? And vise versa? Is it possible to separate the two?” We will also emphasize the diversity of the Jewish experience by comparing and contrasting American Jewish tradition with that of other communities around the world.

A story of life in Egypt, Antisemitism & transformation

Hussein Aboubakr Mansour was born in 1989 in Cairo, Egypt. He was a self- described reclusive Internet nerd, obsessed with comic books and the like. The ultimate villains in the local lore he was steeped in during his youth were the “bloodthirsty Zionists,” so Hussein began to study the supposed enemies of his people. In 2010 he was surveilled, harassed, and jailed for his studies of Israel. Later the same year, he was suspected of being a "Zionist agent" and was held in a military detention facility where he was tortured.

Jewish humor from Beit Hatfutsot- the museum of the Jewish people

Am Yisrael HA! What makes Jews so funny? And how did “The People of the Book” turn out to be superstar writers, producers and comedians? On this tour, we will take a lighthearted look at the origins of Jewish humor and the major contributions of Jews to the rise of a global industry. We will celebrate the diversity and vitality of Jewish humor, and explore how elements of Jewish joking have remained constant regardless of time, place, and language.

Gaza Strip Tour

The story of Jews in the United States is one of diversity, contribution, and triumph. This tour will focus on the social, cultural and religious history of Jewish Americans, analyzing the significance of both the Touro Synagogue (1763), and Seinfeld (1990s), with everything in between. We will ask the questions, “What role does my American identity play in my Jewish identity? And vise versa? Is it possible to separate the two?” We will also emphasize the diversity of the Jewish experience by comparing and contrasting American Jewish tradition with that of other communities around the world.

Israel Border with Syria and Lebanon Tour 

Learn about Lebanon's intricate religious and political status, the 2006 2nd Lebanon War, and subsequent United Nations resolution of 1701, Hezbollah's military deployment in Southern Lebanon, and much more! Gain knowledge on the security issues of the ongoing civil war in Syria, the Israeli's wounded Syrian refugees program called Operation Good Neighbors, problems facing Israel on the Syrian border, and more!

Jewish Buenos Aires Part 1

This first part of the Virtual Tour of Jewish Buenos Aires introduced us to the Argentinian Jewish community. We took a close look at the two terrorist attacks against the Israeli Embassy in Buenos Aires in 1992 and the Jewish Federation of Buenos Aires (AMIA) in 1994. We concluded with a visit to a moving Memorial in honor of the victims of the Shoah and of the two terrorist attacks inside the Metropolitan Cathedral of Buenos Aires and talked about the close personal friendships of Argentinian Pope Francis with Rabbi Ernesto.

TLV Virtual Tour: Between Two Prime Ministers

Experience this scenic tour of Tel Aviv, starting at Rabin Square and ending at Ben-Gurion's House. Don’t worry because you don’t have to leave the comfort of your own home! How convenient! We'll virtually walk along a beautiful boulevard stretching across the city center all the way to the Mediterranean Sea. On our way, Tel Aviv tour guide Tomer Chelouche will be shedding light on the history of the city that was home to many Israeli leaders.

Holocaust Remembrance Day With Sami Steigmann

International Holocaust Remembrance Day Is an important day where we remember the tragedy that plagued the Jewish people. The Holocaust should never be forgotten and we must hear from as many survivors as possible. The BZD will commemorate this day by having an intimate conversation with survivor, Sami Steigmann.

Tu BiShvat Virtual Event

We will focus on three of those species and their relationship to the land. The Pomegranate, with its numerous seeds, symbolizing fruitfulness is a staple in Israel. We will use text to look at the Jewish understanding of this beautiful fruit. For wheat, we will connect to the weekly Shabbat challah, and the concept of “hafrashat challah” (separating challah). Finally, we will visit Sindyanna of Galilee, the only fair-trade olive oil producer in Israel and established by women. With their focus on “business for peace” this female-led entrepreneurship is creating new pathways in Israel.

Israel's COVID-19 Efforts With Dr. Anat Engel

Using her expertise and personal experiences, she will give her take on how Israel is handling the global pandemic. Learn how the Wolfson Medical center deals with COVID-19, the consequences of COVID-19 on the medical health system in Israel, the Israeli vaccination rollout plan, Dr. Engel’s thoughts on life after the pandemic, and more.

Women on the Front Lines W/ Debbie Zimelman

Join BZD and the author of Women on the Front Line, Debbie Zimelman, as we discuss the role female combat soldiers play in the Israeli army, look at photogenic portraits of female combat soldiers, and hear BZD Shlicha’s personal experiences of being a combat soldier. Stay tuned for a Q&A at the end of the discussion.

Triumph After All W/ Bina Kozuch

Join the Baltimore Zionist District for an evening with Bina Kozuch, educator and author of "Triumph After All" - This book tells the story of a young girl, the only remaining member of her immediate family. Cipora survived the Holocaust during the Second World War. She drew her strength of survival from her mother's prophecy and the faith in God.

Written in a Barn:A Holocaust Survival Story

Join the Baltimore Zionist District and Dr. David Engles as he shares his mother's powerful story of surviving the Holocaust by reading excerpts from her diary. The diary is a powerful narrative in which his mother, not knowing if she will survive her situation in the barn, bares her soul and reveals her deepest emotional thoughts and feelings, as she describes how she survived - using her intelligence and common sense, and helped by luck and perhaps miracles.

Yom HaZikaron 2021

Join the Baltimore community as we commemorate Israel's fallen soldiers and victims of terror.  ​ Har Sinai - Oheb Shalom | Beth El Congregation of Baltimore | Beth Tfiloh Congregation | Embassy of Israel in The US | FIDF Midatlantic | Chizuk Amuno Congregation | The Macks Center for Jewish Education | StandWithUs Midatlantic

Miracle Nation

Accompany us on this inspiring multimedia journey about Israel from pre-state days to the present. Israela, a Baltimore native, will share stories about exceptional individuals who participate in humanitarian Tikkun Olam projects in Israel and worldwide that exemplify Biblical humanistic values. 

The New Middle East W/ Sharaka

Join the Baltimore Zionist District and Sharaka for a special panel discussion featuring peace activists Dr. Majid Al Sarrah, Amit Deri, and Amjad Taha. It is moderated by Caren Leven, the Executive Director of the Baltimore Zionist District. We will discuss the peace treaty, potential partnerships between the two countries, the past, and the future.

Virtual Tour of Jewish Vienna

Please join BZD and Secret Vienna as we explore Jewish life in Vienna. The Austrian capital, one of Europe's most beautiful and impressive cities, is well known for its vibrant culture, wonderful classical music, magnificent architecture, and Jewish community. From its early medieval days and up to the present day, Jews lived in the city and contributed significantly to its development. Of course, the story of the Jewish community is a mixed one, full of accomplishments and tragedies.

Emergency Briefing on Recent Events in Israel

Israel has been under attack for over a week, with over 3,000 rockets fired from Gaza by Hamas. Israel continues to fight terror organizations with strength and dignity. Now is the time for solidarity. Join the Baltimore Zionist District (BZD) & Rabbi Carlos Tapiero (MWU) for an update & briefing from the ground to reflect on the current conflict between Israel and the Islamist Hamas organization.

Virtual Tour of the 3 Baltic States

Join BZD and tour guide Jacob Shoshan on a virtual tour of the 3 Baltic States: Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania. Let's travel from Tallinn to the former Klooga Concentration Camp in Estonia, walk the streets of the former Jewish ghetto of Riga, stop by at the memorial at the Rumbula killing, and lastly, explore the Vilnius and the Ponar Forest.

Virtual Tour of Jewish Ukraine

Join BZD and tour guide, Jacob Shoshan, for an exclusive tour as we learn about Jewish history in Ukraine before World War II and what happened to the Jewish communities there during the Holocaust. With Shoshan’s expertise, he returns for a second tour to walk us through the streets of Kyiv (Kiev), explore the mass murder site of Babi Yar, visit Zhytomyr, Berdychiv (Berdichev), Rivne (Rovno), Lviv (Lwow), and many more sites of Jewish history.