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Machol Maryland

2022-11-04T06:06:30Z

Mona518:

Machol Maryland is an Israeli dance retreat located at the Rockville Hilton in Rockville, Maryland, USA.

Machol Maryland 2023 is from January 19-21, 2023. The event sold out before early bird pricing ended.

Machol Maryland 2023 staff from Israel include Dudu Barzilay, Michael Barzelai, and Yaron Carmel.

Machol Maryland is run by Ohevet Ozevet Productions (OOP): a Maryland-based 501c3 non-profit entertainment organization that aims to serve the Maryland/DC/Virginia Israeli dance communities by providing various non-weekly Israeli dance events.

OOP was created in December 2021. OOP’s board includes Mona Atkinson, Ari Atkinson, Noah Glushakow-Smith, Katie Hamelburg and Joshua Rosenthal. All of them are from Maryland and have all dedicated significant time and effort contributing to the DMV Israeli dance community.

The OOP website: https://www.OhevetOzevetProductions.com

The Machol Maryland website: https://www.MacholMaryland.com

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Machol Maryland

2022-11-04T06:05:33Z

Mona518:

Machol Maryland is an Israeli dance retreat located at the Rockville Hilton in Rockville, Maryland, USA.

Machol Maryland 2023 is from January 19-21, 2023. The event sold out before early bird pricing ended.

Machol Maryland is run by Ohevet Ozevet Productions (OOP): a Maryland-based 501c3 non-profit entertainment organization that aims to serve the Maryland/DC/Virginia Israeli dance communities by providing various non-weekly Israeli dance events.

OOP was created in December 2021. OOP’s board includes Mona Atkinson, Ari Atkinson, Noah Glushakow-Smith, Katie Hamelburg and Joshua Rosenthal. All of them are from Maryland and have all dedicated significant time and effort contributing to the DMV Israeli dance community.

The OOP website: https://www.OhevetOzevetProductions.com

The Machol Maryland website: https://www.MacholMaryland.com

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Machol Maryland

2022-11-04T05:59:01Z

Mona518: Created page with " Category:Events"

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Mona Atkinson

2022-11-04T05:57:47Z

Mona518:

Mona Goldstein Atkinson is an American Israeli dance choreographer, teacher, and leader.

'''Early years:''' Mona started Israeli dancing at the age of 3 when her mother brought her to classes run by Shirley Waxman and Rocky Korr at the Greater Washington JCC. She continued dancing with her mother and her sister into her teen years when she learned from the markidim (Israeli dance instructors) in the Washington metropolitan area including Rocky Korr, Moshe Shem Tov, Helen Avner, Ken Avner, Mike Fox, Pepe Strauss, Rena Strauss, Moshany Shemesh, and many more. In high school, Mona danced with the Yesodot performance dance troupe.

'''University:''' While studying at the University of Texas, Mona lead her first Israeli dance sessions, one at the UT Union and one at the Austin JCAA. In 2002 Mona choreographed her first Israeli line dance, "Ohevet Ozevet."

'''Choreographer and Teacher:''' Mona went to Israel for a year after graduating from college and studied the Israeli dance business as well as the dances themselves. She learned from famed markidim and choreographers such as Gadi Biton, Yaron Ben Simchon, Yoram Sasson, Boaz Cohen, Avner Naim, Eyal Eliyahu, Dudu Barzilai, and Kobi Michaeli. When Mona returned to Maryland she founded RikudDC with Roee Ruttenberg and took over the Monday night session from Moshany Shemesh. She also led a Tuesday night session geared toward beginner dancers which she later passed on leadership to Mike Fox. In July 2007, Mona founded [http://www.monaisraelidance.com Mona Israeli Dance], an entertainment company specializing in providing both DJing and Israeli dance.

In 2011, Mona retired from being a weeklyl session markid; Noah Glushakow-Smith took over leadership of the RikudDC session and Ken Avner took over leadership of the Monday night session. Mike Fox took over the Tuesday night session at Ohr Kodesh Congregation. Mona still travels to Israeli dance sessions and weekend workshops nationally and internationally to continually develop her Israeli dance and DJ skills.

'''Israeli Dance Festival DC:''' Mona was a member of the organizing Committee when the Washington area's [http://www.israelidancefestivaldc.com Israeli Dance Festival DC] was reborn in 2010. She remained active with the Festival and became the Committee chairperson in 2013 under the mentorship of Daniela Tam. Mona retired from the festival committee in 2014.

'''Gvanim:''' Since 2011, Mona has been part of the Gvanim Israeli Dance team. She DJs their evening dance sessions.

'''Ohevet Ozevet Productions:''' Ohevet Ozevet Productions (OOP) is a Maryland-based entertainment company that aims to serve the DMV Israeli dance community by providing various non-weekly Israeli dance events. OOP was created in December 2021. OOP’s board includes Mona Atkinson, Ari Atkinson, Noah Glushakow-Smith, Katie Hamelburg and Joshua Rosenthal. All of them are from Maryland and have all dedicated significant time and effort contributing to the DMV Israeli dance community. OOP’s first event was called the “Winter Israeli Dance Party,” took place on Saturday evening, December 4, 2021 from 8pm-1am.
OOP second event was Machol Maryland, a dance camp geared for the Maryland Israeli dance community. "Machol Maryland 2023" was a dance retreat in Rockville, Maryland, USA from January 19-22, 2023. The event sold out before early bird pricing ended.

The OOP website: www.OhevetOzevetProductions.com
The Machol Maryland website: www.MacholMaryland.com

Mona's choreographies include:

Lines:
Ohevet Ozevet, 2002;
Tityaches Alai, 2004;
Tzar Me'od, 2007;
Atem Rokdim, 2009;
Mala Mala, 2016; with Chen Shporen
Matchil Hakayitz, 2017; with Chen Shporen

Partners:
Harumba, 2006;
Jumbo Jet, 2006;

Circles:
Malachim, 2004;
Hakinor, 2008;
Harachaman, 2008;

[[Category:People|Atkinson]]

Mona Atkinson

2022-11-04T05:55:32Z

Mona518:

Mona Goldstein Atkinson is an American Israeli dance choreographer, teacher, and leader.

'''Early years:''' Mona started Israeli dancing at the age of 3 when her mother brought her to classes run by Shirley Waxman and Rocky Korr at the Greater Washington JCC. She continued dancing with her mother and her sister into her teen years when she learned from the markidim (Israeli dance instructors) in the Washington metropolitan area including Rocky Korr, Moshe Shem Tov, Helen Avner, Ken Avner, Mike Fox, Pepe Strauss, Rena Strauss, Moshany Shemesh, and many more. In high school, Mona danced with the Yesodot performance dance troupe.

'''University:''' While studying at the University of Texas, Mona lead her first Israeli dance sessions, one at the UT Union and one at the Austin JCAA. In 2002 Mona choreographed her first Israeli line dance, "Ohevet Ozevet."

'''Choreographer and Teacher:''' Mona went to Israel for a year after graduating from college and studied the Israeli dance business as well as the dances themselves. She learned from famed markidim and choreographers such as Gadi Biton, Yaron Ben Simchon, Yoram Sasson, Boaz Cohen, Avner Naim, Eyal Eliyahu, Dudu Barzilai, and Kobi Michaeli. When Mona returned to Maryland she founded RikudDC with Roee Ruttenberg and took over the Monday night session from Moshany Shemesh. She also led a Tuesday night session geared toward beginner dancers which she later passed on leadership to Mike Fox. In July 2007, Mona founded [http://www.monaisraelidance.com Mona Israeli Dance], an entertainment company specializing in providing both DJing and Israeli dance.

In 2011, Mona retired from being a weeklyl session markid; Noah Glushakow-Smith took over leadership of the RikudDC session and Ken Avner took over leadership of the Monday night session. Mike Fox took over the Tuesday night session at Ohr Kodesh Congregation. Mona still travels to Israeli dance sessions and weekend workshops nationally and internationally to continually develop her Israeli dance and DJ skills.

'''Israeli Dance Festival DC:''' Mona was a member of the organizing Committee when the Washington area's [http://www.israelidancefestivaldc.com Israeli Dance Festival DC] was reborn in 2010. She remained active with the Festival and became the Committee chairperson in 2013 under the mentorship of Daniela Tam. Mona retired from the festival committee in 2014.

'''Gvanim:''' Since 2011, Mona has been part of the Gvanim Israeli Dance team. She DJ's their evening dance sessions.

'''Ohevet Ozevet Productions:''' Ohevet Ozevet Productions (OOP) is a Maryland-based entertainment company that aims to serve the DMV Israeli dance community by providing various non-weekly Israeli dance events. OOP was created in December 2021.

OOP’s team includes Mona Atkinson, Ari Atkinson, Noah Glushakow-Smith, Katie Hamelburg and Joshua Rosenthal. All of us are from Maryland and have all dedicated significant time and effort contributing to the DMV Israeli dance community. We are looking forward to continuing doing so in this new endeavor.

OOP’s first event was called the “Winter Israeli Dance Party,” took place on Saturday evening, December 4, 2021 from 8pm-1am.
OOP plans to run Machol Maryland, a dance camp geared for the Maryland Israeli dance community.

OOP's second event was called "Machol Maryland," a dance retreat in Rockville, Maryland, USA from January 19-22, 2023. The event sold out before early bird pricing ended.

The OOP website: www.OhevetOzevetProductions.com
The Machol Maryland website: www.MacholMaryland.com

Mona's choreographies include:

Lines:
Ohevet Ozevet, 2002;
Tityaches Alai, 2004;
Tzar Me'od, 2007;
Atem Rokdim, 2009;
Mala Mala, 2016; with Chen Shporen
Matchil Hakayitz, 2017; with Chen Shporen

Partners:
Harumba, 2006;
Jumbo Jet, 2006;

Circles:
Malachim, 2004;
Hakinor, 2008;
Harachaman, 2008;

[[Category:People|Atkinson]]

[[Category:Events]]

Mona Atkinson

2022-01-02T04:38:25Z

Mona518: Updates

Mona Goldstein Atkinson is an American Israeli dance choreographer, teacher, and leader.

'''Early years:''' Mona started Israeli dancing at the age of 3 when her mother brought her to classes run by Shirley Waxman and Rocky Korr at the Greater Washington JCC. She continued dancing with her mother and her sister into her teen years when she learned from the markidim (Israeli dance instructors) in the Washington metropolitan area including Rocky Korr, Moshe Shem Tov, Helen Avner, Ken Avner, Mike Fox, Pepe Strauss, Rena Strauss, Moshany Shemesh, and many more. In high school, Mona danced with the Yesodot performance dance troupe.

'''University:''' While studying at the University of Texas, Mona lead her first Israeli dance sessions, one at the UT Union and one at the Austin JCAA. In 2002 Mona choreographed her first Israeli line dance, "Ohevet Ozevet."

'''Choreographer and Teacher:''' Mona went to Israel for a year after graduating from college and studied the Israeli dance business as well as the dances themselves. She learned from famed markidim and choreographers such as Gadi Biton, Yaron Ben Simchon, Yoram Sasson, Boaz Cohen, Avner Naim, Eyal Eliyahu, Dudu Barzilai, and Kobi Michaeli. When Mona returned to Maryland she founded RikudDC with Roee Ruttenberg and took over the Monday night session from Moshany Shemesh. She also led a Tuesday night session geared toward beginner dancers which she later passed on leadership to Mike Fox. In July 2007, Mona founded [http://www.monaisraelidance.com Mona Israeli Dance], an entertainment company specializing in providing both DJing and Israeli dance.

In 2011, Mona retired from being a weeklyl session markid; Noah Glushakow-Smith took over leadership of the RikudDC session and Ken Avner took over leadership of the Monday night session. Mike Fox took over the Tuesday night session at Ohr Kodesh Congregation. Mona still travels to Israeli dance sessions and weekend workshops nationally and internationally to continually develop her Israeli dance and DJ skills.

'''Israeli Dance Festival DC:''' Mona was a member of the organizing Committee when the Washington area's [http://www.israelidancefestivaldc.com Israeli Dance Festival DC] was reborn in 2010. She remained active with the Festival and became the Committee chairperson in 2013 under the mentorship of Daniela Tam. Mona retired from the festival committee in 2014.

'''Gvanim:''' Since 2011, Mona has been part of the Gvanim Israeli Dance team. She DJ's their evening dance sessions.

'''Ohevet Ozevet Productions:''' Ohevet Ozevet Productions (OOP) is a Maryland-based entertainment company that aims to serve the DMV Israeli dance community by providing various non-weekly Israeli dance events. OOP was created in December 2021.

OOP’s team includes Mona Atkinson, Ari Atkinson, Noah Glushakow-Smith, Katie Hamelburg and Joshua Rosenthal. All of us are from Maryland and have all dedicated significant time and effort contributing to the DMV Israeli dance community. We are looking forward to continuing doing so in this new endeavor.

OOP’s first event was called the “Winter Israeli Dance Party,” took place on Saturday evening, December 4, 2021 from 8pm-1am.
OOP plans to run Machol Maryland, a dance camp geared for the Maryland Israeli dance community.

Mona's choreographies include:

Lines:
Ohevet Ozevet, 2002;
Tityaches Alai, 2004;
Tzar Me'od, 2007;
Atem Rokdim, 2009;
Mala Mala, 2016; with Chen Shporen
Matchil Hakayitz, 2017; with Chen Shporen

Partners:
Harumba, 2006;
Jumbo Jet, 2006;

Circles:
Malachim, 2004;
Hakinor, 2008;
Harachaman, 2008;

[[Category:People|Atkinson]]

Gvanim

2021-09-07T04:10:20Z

Mona518:

The first Gvanim was held on Labor Day weekend 2012 at Camp Starlight in Starlight, PA. Originally the dream of Gabi Gabbay, the camp came to fruition after Gabi was diagnosed with leukemia due to the efforts of a team led by Ilana Vichness. The camp was held one week after Gabi's passing, with his family's blessing. Irith Shade Shemesh took over as camp director for 2013 and continued the camp with the goal of creating a welcoming, family friendly camp.

The next Gvanim is scheduled for August 25-28, 2022.

'''Staff 2021''' - From Israel: Danielle Shkop, Hila Mukdasi, Tamir David, Chen Shporen. From USA: Mona Atkinson, Alexis Maharam, Erica Goldman, Katie Hamelburg. Camp Director: Irith Shade Shemesh.

'''Staff 2020''' - Virtual Gvanim on zoom with many guest markidim. From Israel: Danielle Shkop, Hila Mukdasi, Tamir David, Chen Shporen. From USA: Mona Atkinson, Alexis Maharam, Erica Goldman, Katie Hamelburg. Camp Director: Irith Shade Shemesh.

'''Staff 2019''' - From Israel: Michael Barzilai, Yaron Elfassi, Chen Shporen. From USA: Mona Atkinson, Alexis Maharam, Erica Goldman, Katie Hamelburg. Camp Director: Irith Shade Shemesh.

'''Staff 2018''' - From Israel: Michael Barzilai, Chen Shporen. From UK: Ilai Szpiezak. From USA: Mona Atkinson, Alexis Maharam, Erica Goldman. Camp Director: Irith Shade Shemesh.

'''Staff 2017''' - From Israel: Elad Shtamer, Chen Shporen, and Tzlil Elfassi. From UK: Ilai Szpiezak. From USA: Mona Atkinson, Alexis Maharam, Erica Goldman. Camp Director: Irith Shade Shemesh.

'''Staff 2016''' - From Israel: Elad Shtamer, Chen Shporen, and Omri Mugzach. From USA: Mona Atkinson, Alexis Maharam, Erica Goldman. Camp Director: Irith Shade Shemesh.

'''Staff 2015''' - From Israel: Chen Shporen, Ohad Atia, and Michael Barzilai. From USA: Mona Atkinson, Alexis Maharam, Erica Goldman. Camp Director: Irith Shade Shemesh.

'''Staff 2014''' - From Israel: Chen Shporen, Eran Bitton, and Dror Davidi. From USA: Mona Atkinson, Alexis Maharam, Erica Goldman. Camp Director: Irith Shade Shemesh.

'''Staff 2013''' - From Israel: Elad Shtamer, Chen Shporen, and Elad Perel. From USA: Mona Atkinson, Alexis Maharam, Erica Goldman. Camp Director: Irith Shade Shemesh.

'''Staff 2012''' - From Israel: Yoram Sasson, Eyal Eliyahu, and Ilan Swissa. From USA: Shmulik Gov Ari, Naftali Kadosh, Maor Ben Ami. From USA: Ruth Goodman, Evelyn Hochstein, Adriana Lipovetzky, Diane Lallouz, Irith Shade Shemesh, Mona Atkinson, Erica Goldman, Alexis Maharam, Maor Ben-Ami. Camp Director: Ilana Vichness.

'''Related Links:'''

Gvanim's [https://www.facebook.com/gvanim2012 Facebook group]

Gvanim's [http://www.gvanimcamp.com/ Website]

Playlist from the night parties from 2013 is located here: [[File:Gvanim 2013 playlist.xlsx|Gvanim 2013 playlist.xlsx]].

[[Category:Events]]

Gvanim

2021-09-07T04:09:24Z

Mona518: Lots of typos and needed updating. Also removed any inappropriate jokes.

The first Gvanim was held on Labor Day weekend 2012 at Camp Starlight in Starlight, PA. Originally the dream of Gabi Gabbay, the camp came to fruition after Gabi was diagnosed with leukemia due to the efforts of a team led by Ilana Vichness. The camp was held one week after Gabi's passing, with his family's blessing. Irith Shade Shemesh took over as camp director for 2013 and continued the camp with the goal of creating a welcoming, family friendly camp.

The next Gvanim is scheduled for August 25-28, 2022.

'''Staff 2021''' - From Israel: Danielle Shkop, Hila Mukdasi, Tamir David, Chen Shporen. From USA: Mona Atkinson, Alexis Maharam, Erica Goldman, Katie Hamelburg. Camp Director: Irith Shade Shemesh.

'''Staff 2020''' - Virtual Gvanim on zoom with many guest markidim. From Israel: Danielle Shkop, Hila Mukdasi, Tamir David, Chen Shporen. From USA: Mona Atkinson, Alexis Maharam, Erica Goldman, Katie Hamelburg. Camp Director: Irith Shade Shemesh.

'''Staff 2019''' - From Israel: Michael Barzilai, Yaron Elfassi, Chen Shporen. From USA: Mona Atkinson, Alexis Maharam, Erica Goldman, Katie Hamelburg. Camp Director: Irith Shade Shemesh.

'''Staff 2018''' - From Israel: Michael Barzilai, Chen Shporen. From UK: Ilai Szpiezak. From USA: Mona Atkinson, Alexis Maharam, Erica Goldman. Camp Director: Irith Shade Shemesh.

'''Staff 2017''' - From Israel: Elad Shtamer, Chen Shporen, and Tzlil Elfassi. From UK: Ilai Szpiezak. From USA: Mona Atkinson, Alexis Maharam, Erica Goldman. Camp Director: Irith Shade Shemesh.

'''Staff 2016''' - From Israel: Elad Shtamer, Chen Shporen, and Omri Mugzach. From USA: Mona Atkinson, Alexis Maharam, Erica Goldman. Camp Director: Irith Shade Shemesh.

'''Staff 2015''' - From Israel: Chen Shporen, Ohad Atia, and Michael Barzilai. From USA: Mona Atkinson, Alexis Maharam, Erica Goldman. Camp Director: Irith Shade Shemesh.

'''Staff 2014''' - From Israel: Chen Shporen, Eran Bitton, and Dror Davidi. From USA: Mona Atkinson, Alexis Maharam, Erica Goldman. Camp Director: Irith Shade Shemesh.

'''Staff 2013''' - From Israel: Elad Shtamer, Chen Shporen, and Elad Perel. From USA: Mona Atkinson, Alexis Maharam, Erica Goldman. Camp Director: Irith Shade Shemesh.

'''Staff 2012''' - From Israel: Yoram Sasson, Eyal Eliyahu, and Ilan Swissa. From USA: Shmulik Gov Ari, Naftali Kadosh. From USA: Ruth Goodman, Evelyn Hochstein, Adriana Lipovetzky, Diane Lallouz, Irith Shade Shemesh, Mona Atkinson, Erica Goldman, Alexis Maharam, Maor Ben-Ami. Camp Director: Ilana Vichness.

'''Related Links:'''

Gvanim's [https://www.facebook.com/gvanim2012 Facebook group]

Gvanim's [http://www.gvanimcamp.com/ Website]

Playlist from the night parties from 2013 is located here: [[File:Gvanim 2013 playlist.xlsx|Gvanim 2013 playlist.xlsx]].

[[Category:Events]]

Gvanim

2018-05-29T00:46:37Z

Mona518:

The first Gvanim was held on Labor Day weekend 2012 at Camp Starlight in Starlight, PA. Originally the dream of Gabi Gabbay, the camp came to fruition after Gabi was diagnosed with leukemia due to the efforts of a team led by Ilana Vichness. The camp was held one week after Gabi's passing, with his family's blessing. Irith Shade Shemesh took over as camp director for 2013 and continued the camp with the goal of creating a family friendly camp where the next generation of Israeli dancers will meet.

The next Gvanim is scheduled for the weekend before Labor Day weekend 2018 (August 23-26, 2018).

'''Staff 2017''' - From Israel: Elad Shtamer, Chen Shporen, and Tzlil Elfassi. From UK: Ilai Szpiezak. From USA: Mona Atkinson, Alexis Maharam, Erica Goldman. Camp Director: Irith Shade Shemesh.

'''Staff 2016''' - From Israel: Elad Shtamer, Chen Shporen, and Omri Mugzach. From USA: Mona Atkinson, Alexis Maharam, Erica Goldman. Camp Director: Irith Shade Shemesh.

'''Staff 2015''' - From Israel: Chen Shporen, Ohad Atia, and Michael Barzilai. From USA: Mona Atkinson, Alexis Maharam, Erica Goldman. Camp Director: Irith Shade Shemesh.

'''Staff 2014''' - From Israel: Chen Shporen (aka Bart Simpson), Eran Bitton, and Dror Davidi. From USA: Mona Atkinson, Alexis Maharam, Erica Goldman. Camp Director: Irith Shade Shemesh.

'''Staff 2013''' - From Israel: Elad Shtamer, Chen Schporen (aka Neo-Schporen), and Elad Perel. From USA: Mona Atkinson, Alexis Maharam, Erica Goldman. Eran Bitton was originally scheduled to come to camp but was unable to due to injury. Elad Perel generously replaced him. Camp Director: Irith Shade Shemesh.

'''Staff 2012''' - From Israel: Yoram Sasson, Eyal Eliyahu, and Ilan Swissa. From USA: Ruth Goodman, Evelyn Hochstein, Adriana Lipovetzky, Diane Lallouz, Irith Shade Shemesh, Mona Atkinson, Erica Goldman, Alexis Maharam, Maor Ben-Ami. Camp Director: Ilana Vichness.

'''Related Links:'''

Gvanim's [https://www.facebook.com/gvanim2012 Facebook group]

Gvanim's [http://www.gvanimcamp.com/ Website]

Playlist from the night parties from 2013 is located here: [[File:Gvanim 2013 playlist.xlsx|Gvanim 2013 playlist.xlsx]].

[[Category:Events]]

Gvanim

2018-05-29T00:44:35Z

Mona518:

The first Gvanim was held on Labor Day weekend 2012 at Camp Starlight in Starlight, PA. Originally the dream of Gabi Gabbay, the camp came to fruition after Gabi was diagnosed with leukemia due to the efforts of a team led by Ilana Vichness. The camp was held one week after Gabi's passing, with his family's blessing. Irith Shade Shemesh took over as camp director for 2013 and continued the camp with the goal of creating a family friendly camp where the next generation of Israeli dancers will meet.

The next Gvanim is scheduled for the weekend before Labor Day weekend 2018 (August 23-26, 2018).

'''Staff 2017''' - From Israel: Elad Shtamer, Chen Shporen, and Tzlil Elfassi. From UK: Ilai Szpiezak. From USA: Mona Atkinson, Alexis Maharam, Erica Goldman. Camp Director: Irith Shade Shemesh.

'''Staff 2016''' - From Israel: Elad Shtamer, Chen Shporen, and Omri Mugzach. From USA: Mona Atkinson, Alexis Maharam, Erica Goldman. Camp Director: Irith Shade Shemesh.

'''Staff 2015''' - From Israel: Chen Shporen, Ohad Atia, and Michael Barzilai. From USA: Mona Atkinson, Alexis Maharam, Erica Goldman. Camp Director: Irith Shade Shemesh.

'''Staff 2014''' - From Israel: Chen Shporen (aka Bart Simpson), Eran Bitton, and Dror Davidi. From USA: Mona Atkinson, Alexis Maharam, Erica Goldman. Camp Director: Irith Shade Shemesh.

'''Staff 2013''' - From Israel: Elad Shtamer, Chen Schporen (aka Neo-Schporen), and Elad Perel. From USA: Mona Atkinson, Alexis Maharam, Erica Goldman. Eran Bitton was originally scheduled to come to camp but was unable to due to injury. Elad Perel generously replaced him. Camp Director: Irith Shade Shemesh.

'''Staff 2012''' - From Israel: Yoram Sasson, Eyal Eliyahu, and Ilan Swissa. From USA: Ruth Goodman, Evelyn Hochstein, Diane Lallouz, Irith Shade Shemesh, Mona Atkinson, Erica Goldman, Alexis Maharam, Maor Ben-Ami. Camp Director: Ilana Vichness.

'''Related Links:'''

Gvanim's [https://www.facebook.com/gvanim2012 Facebook group]

Gvanim's [http://www.gvanimcamp.com/ Website]

Playlist from the night parties from 2013 is located here: [[File:Gvanim 2013 playlist.xlsx|Gvanim 2013 playlist.xlsx]].

[[Category:Events]]

Gvanim

2018-05-29T00:42:47Z

Mona518:

The first Gvanim was held on Labor Day weekend 2012 at Camp Starlight in Starlight, PA. Originally the dream of Gabi Gabbay, the camp came to fruition after Gabi was diagnosed with leukemia due to the efforts of a team led by Ilana Vichness. The camp was held one week after Gabi's passing, with his family's blessing. Irith Shade Shemesh took over as camp director for 2013 and continued the camp with the goal of creating a family friendly camp where the next generation of Israeli dancers will meet.

The next Gvanim is scheduled for the weekend before Labor Day weekend 2018 (August 23-26, 2018).

'''Staff 2017''' - From Israel: Elad Shtamer, Chen Shporen, and Tzlil Elfassi. From UK: Ilai Szpiezak. From USA: Mona Atkinson, Alexis Maharam, Erica Goldman. Camp Director: Irith Shade Shemesh.

'''Staff 2016''' - From Israel: Elad Shtamer, Chen Shporen, and Omri Mugzach. From USA: Mona Atkinson, Alexis Maharam, Erica Goldman. Camp Director: Irith Shade Shemesh.

'''Staff 2015''' - From Israel: Chen Shporen, Ohad Atia, and Michael Barzilai. From USA: Mona Atkinson, Alexis Maharam, Erica Goldman. Camp Director: Irith Shade Shemesh.

'''Staff 2014''' - From Israel: Chen Shporen (aka Bart Simpson), Eran Bitton, and Dror Davidi. From USA: Mona Atkinson, Alexis Maharam, Erica Goldman. Camp Director: Irith Shade Shemesh.

'''Staff 2013''' - From Israel: Elad Shtamer, Chen Schporen (aka Neo-Schporen), and Elad Perel. From USA: Mona Atkinson, Alexis Maharam, Erica Goldman. Eran Bitton was originally scheduled to come to camp but was unable to due to injury. Elad Perel generously replaced him. Camp Director: Irith Shade Shemesh.

'''Staff 2012''' - From Israel: Yoram Sasson, Eyal Eliyahu, Ilan Swissa. From USA: Mona Atkinson, Erica Goldman, Alexis Maharam, Maor Ben-Ami. Camp Director: Ilana Vichness.

'''Related Links:'''

Gvanim's [https://www.facebook.com/gvanim2012 Facebook group]

Gvanim's [http://www.gvanimcamp.com/ Website]

Playlist from the night parties from 2013 is located here: [[File:Gvanim 2013 playlist.xlsx|Gvanim 2013 playlist.xlsx]].

[[Category:Events]]

Gvanim

2018-05-29T00:41:32Z

Mona518:

The first Gvanim was held on Labor Day weekend 2012 at Camp Starlight in Starlight, PA. Originally the dream of Gabi Gabbay, the camp came to fruition after Gabi was diagnosed with leukemia due to the efforts of a team led by Ilana Vichness. The camp was held one week after Gabi's passing, with his family's blessing. Irith Shade Shemesh took over as camp director for 2013 and continued the camp with the goal of creating a family friendly camp where the next generation of Israeli dancers will meet.

The next Gvanim is scheduled for Labor Day weekend 2018.

'''Staff 2017''' - From Israel: Elad Shtamer, Chen Shporen, and Tzlil Elfassi. From UK: Ilai Szpiezak. From USA: Mona Atkinson, Alexis Maharam, Erica Goldman. Camp Director: Irith Shade Shemesh.

'''Staff 2016''' - From Israel: Elad Shtamer, Chen Shporen, and Omri Mugzach. From USA: Mona Atkinson, Alexis Maharam, Erica Goldman. Camp Director: Irith Shade Shemesh.

'''Staff 2015''' - From Israel: Chen Shporen, Ohad Atia, and Michael Barzilai. From USA: Mona Atkinson, Alexis Maharam, Erica Goldman. Camp Director: Irith Shade Shemesh.

'''Staff 2014''' - From Israel: Chen Shporen (aka Bart Simpson), Eran Bitton, and Dror Davidi. From USA: Mona Atkinson, Alexis Maharam, Erica Goldman. Camp Director: Irith Shade Shemesh.

'''Staff 2013''' - From Israel: Elad Shtamer, Chen Schporen (aka Neo-Schporen), and Elad Perel. From USA: Mona Atkinson, Alexis Maharam, Erica Goldman. Eran Bitton was originally scheduled to come to camp but was unable to due to injury. Elad Perel generously replaced him. Camp Director: Irith Shade Shemesh.

'''Staff 2012''' - From Israel: Yoram Sasson, Eyal Eliyahu, Ilan Swissa. From USA: Mona Atkinson, Erica Goldman, Alexis Maharam, Maor Ben-Ami. Camp Director: Ilana Vichness.

'''Related Links:'''

Gvanim's [https://www.facebook.com/gvanim2012 Facebook group]

Gvanim's [http://www.gvanimcamp.com/ Website]

Playlist from the night parties from 2013 is located here: [[File:Gvanim 2013 playlist.xlsx|Gvanim 2013 playlist.xlsx]].

[[Category:Events]]

Mona Atkinson

2014-01-21T20:14:16Z

Mona518:

Mona Goldstein Atkinson is an American Israeli dance choreographer and Israeli dance leader.

'''Childhood:'''
Mona has been dancing Israeli dance since age 3 when her mother brought her to classes run by Shirley Waxman and Rocky Korr at the Greater Washington JCC. She continued dancing with her mother and her sister into her teen years.

'''Teen Years:'''
Mona learned from the markidim (Israeli dance instructors) in the Washington metropolitan area including Rocky Korr, Moshe Shem Tov, Helen Avner, Ken Avner, Mike Fox, Pepe Strauss, Rena Strauss, Moshany Shemesh, and many more. She danced with the high school troupe Yesodot throughout her high school years.

'''University:'''
While studying at the University of Texas, Mona lead her first Israeli dance sessions, one at the UT Union and one at the Austin JCAA. In 2002 Mona choreographed her first renowned Israeli line dance "Ohevet Ozevet." Mona attended various national Israeli dance weekend retreats as a choreographer, teacher, and special guest.

'''Full time Israeli dance:'''
Mona went to Israel for a year after college graduation and studied the Israeli dance business as well as the dances themselves. She learned from famed markidim and choreographers such as Gadi Biton, Yaron Ben Simchon, Yoram Sasson, Boaz Cohen, Avner Naim, Eyal Eliyahu, Dudu Barzilai, and Kobi Michaeli. When Mona returned to Maryland she founded RikudDC with Roee Ruttenberg and took over the Monday night session from Moshany Shemesh. In July 2007, Mona founded Mona Israeli Dance, the only entertainment company specializing in both DJing and Israeli dance in the Washington metropolitan area. Mona travels to Israeli dance sessions internationally to continually develop her Israeli dance and DJ skills. Her website is: www.monaisraelidance.com. In 2011 Noah Glushakow Smith took over leadership of the RikudDC session. In 2011 Ken Avner took over the leadership of the Monday night and Thursday night Maryland sessions. Moshe Shem Tov had previously led the Thursday night session for several years (maybe 20 years?).

'''Israeli Dance Festival DC:'''
Mona became the festival committee director in 2013 under the mentorship of Daniela Tam. The Israeli Dance Festival DC's website is: www.israelidancefestivaldc.com.

'''Mona's choreographies include:'''
'''Lines:'''
Ohevet Ozevet, 2002
Tityaches Alai, 2004
Tzar Me'od, 2007
Atem Rokdim, 2009
'''Partners:'''
Harumba, 2006
Jumbo Jet, 2006
'''Circles:'''
Malachim, 2004
Hakinor, 2008
Harachaman, 2008

[[Category:Choreographers|Atkinson]]

Mona Atkinson

2014-01-21T20:12:50Z

Mona518:

Mona Goldstein Atkinson is an American Israeli dance choreographer and Israeli dance leader.

'''Childhood:'''
Mona has been dancing Israeli dance since age 3 when her mother brought her to classes run by Shirley Waxman and Rocky Korr at the Greater Washington JCC. She continued dancing with her mother and her sister into her teen years.

'''Teen Years:'''
Mona learned from the markidim (Israeli dance instructors) in the Washington metropolitan area including Rocky Korr, Moshe Shem Tov, Helen Avner, Ken Avner, Mike Fox, Pepe Strauss, Rena Strauss, Moshany Shemesh, and many more. She danced with the high school troupe Yesodot throughout her high school years.

'''University:'''
While studying at the University of Texas, Mona lead her first Israeli dance sessions, one at the UT Union and one at the Austin JCAA. In 2002 Mona choreographed her first renowned Israeli line dance "Ohevet Ozevet." Mona attended various national Israeli dance weekend retreats as a choreographer, teacher, and special guest.

'''Full time Israeli dance:'''
Mona went to Israel for a year after college graduation and studied the Israeli dance business as well as the dances themselves. She learned from famed markidim and choreographers such as Gadi Biton, Yaron Ben Simchon, Yoram Sasson, Boaz Cohen, Avner Naim, Eyal Eliyahu, Dudu Barzilai, and Kobi Michaeli. When Mona returned to Maryland she founded RikudDC with Roee Ruttenberg and took over the Monday night session from Moshany Shemesh. In July 2007, Mona founded Mona Israeli Dance, the only entertainment company specializing in both DJing and Israeli dance in the Washington metropolitan area. Mona travels to Israeli dance sessions internationally to continually develop her Israeli dance and DJ skills. Her website is: www.monaisraelidance.com. In 2011 Noah Glushakow Smith took over leadership of the RikudDC session. In 2011 Ken Avner took over the leadership of the Monday night and Thursday night Maryland sessions. Moshe Shem Tov had previously led the Thursday night session for several years (maybe 20 years?).

'''Israeli Dance Festival DC:'''
Mona became the festival committee director in 2013 under the mentorship of Daniela Tam. The Israeli Dance Festival DC's website is: www.israelidancefestivaldc.com.

'''Mona's choreographies include:'''
'''Lines:'''
Ohevet Ozevet, 2002
Tzar Me'od, 2007
Atem Rokdim, 2009
Tityaches Alai, 2004
'''Partners:'''
Harumba, 2006
Jumbo Jet, 2006
'''Circles:'''
Hakinor, 2008
Harachaman, 2008
Malachim, 2004

Choreographer Mona Atkinson

2014-01-21T20:11:25Z

Mona518: Mona518 moved page Choreographer Mona Atkinson to Mona Atkinson

#REDIRECT [[Mona Atkinson]]

Mona Atkinson

2014-01-21T20:11:25Z

Mona518: Mona518 moved page Choreographer Mona Atkinson to Mona Atkinson

Mona Goldstein Atkinson is an American Israeli dance choreographer and Israeli dance leader.
'''Childhood:'''
Mona has been dancing Israeli dance since age 3 when her mother brought her to classes run by Shirley Waxman and Rocky Korr at the Greater Washington JCC. She continued dancing with her mother and her sister into her teen years.
'''Teen Years:'''
Mona learned from the markidim (Israeli dance instructors) in the Washington metropolitan area including Rocky Korr, Moshe Shem Tov, Helen Avner, Ken Avner, Mike Fox, Pepe Strauss, Rena Strauss, Moshany Shemesh, and many more. She danced with the high school troupe Yesodot throughout her high school years.
'''University:'''
While studying at the University of Texas, Mona lead her first Israeli dance sessions, one at the UT Union and one at the Austin JCAA. In 2002 Mona choreographed her first renowned Israeli line dance "Ohevet Ozevet." Mona attended various national Israeli dance weekend retreats as a choreographer, teacher, and special guest.
'''Full time Israeli dance:'''
Mona went to Israel for a year after college graduation and studied the Israeli dance business as well as the dances themselves. She learned from famed markidim and choreographers such as Gadi Biton, Yaron Ben Simchon, Yoram Sasson, Boaz Cohen, Avner Naim, Eyal Eliyahu, Dudu Barzilai, and Kobi Michaeli. When Mona returned to Maryland she founded RikudDC with Roee Ruttenberg and took over the Monday night session from Moshany Shemesh. In July 2007, Mona founded Mona Israeli Dance, the only entertainment company specializing in both DJing and Israeli dance in the Washington metropolitan area. Mona travels to Israeli dance sessions internationally to continually develop her Israeli dance and DJ skills. Her website is: www.monaisraelidance.com. In 2011 Noah Glushakow Smith took over leadership of the RikudDC session. In 2011 Ken Avner took over the leadership of the Monday night and Thursday night Maryland sessions. Moshe Shem Tov had previously led the Thursday night session for several years (maybe 20 years?).
'''Israeli Dance Festival DC:'''
Mona became the festival committee director in 2013 under the mentorship of Daniela Tam. The Israeli Dance Festival DC's website is: www.israelidancefestivaldc.com.
'''Mona's choreographies include:'''
'''Lines:'''
Ohevet Ozevet, 2002
Tzar Me'od, 2007
Atem Rokdim, 2009
Tityaches Alai, 2004
'''Partners:'''
Harumba, 2006
Jumbo Jet, 2006
'''Circles:'''
Hakinor, 2008
Harachaman, 2008
Malachim, 2004

Mona Atkinson

2014-01-21T20:07:22Z

Mona518: Mona Goldstein Atkinson choreographer page

Mona Goldstein Atkinson is an American Israeli dance choreographer and Israeli dance leader.
'''Childhood:'''
Mona has been dancing Israeli dance since age 3 when her mother brought her to classes run by Shirley Waxman and Rocky Korr at the Greater Washington JCC. She continued dancing with her mother and her sister into her teen years.
'''Teen Years:'''
Mona learned from the markidim (Israeli dance instructors) in the Washington metropolitan area including Rocky Korr, Moshe Shem Tov, Helen Avner, Ken Avner, Mike Fox, Pepe Strauss, Rena Strauss, Moshany Shemesh, and many more. She danced with the high school troupe Yesodot throughout her high school years.
'''University:'''
While studying at the University of Texas, Mona lead her first Israeli dance sessions, one at the UT Union and one at the Austin JCAA. In 2002 Mona choreographed her first renowned Israeli line dance "Ohevet Ozevet." Mona attended various national Israeli dance weekend retreats as a choreographer, teacher, and special guest.
'''Full time Israeli dance:'''
Mona went to Israel for a year after college graduation and studied the Israeli dance business as well as the dances themselves. She learned from famed markidim and choreographers such as Gadi Biton, Yaron Ben Simchon, Yoram Sasson, Boaz Cohen, Avner Naim, Eyal Eliyahu, Dudu Barzilai, and Kobi Michaeli. When Mona returned to Maryland she founded RikudDC with Roee Ruttenberg and took over the Monday night session from Moshany Shemesh. In July 2007, Mona founded Mona Israeli Dance, the only entertainment company specializing in both DJing and Israeli dance in the Washington metropolitan area. Mona travels to Israeli dance sessions internationally to continually develop her Israeli dance and DJ skills. Her website is: www.monaisraelidance.com. In 2011 Noah Glushakow Smith took over leadership of the RikudDC session. In 2011 Ken Avner took over the leadership of the Monday night and Thursday night Maryland sessions. Moshe Shem Tov had previously led the Thursday night session for several years (maybe 20 years?).
'''Israeli Dance Festival DC:'''
Mona became the festival committee director in 2013 under the mentorship of Daniela Tam. The Israeli Dance Festival DC's website is: www.israelidancefestivaldc.com.
'''Mona's choreographies include:'''
'''Lines:'''
Ohevet Ozevet, 2002
Tzar Me'od, 2007
Atem Rokdim, 2009
Tityaches Alai, 2004
'''Partners:'''
Harumba, 2006
Jumbo Jet, 2006
'''Circles:'''
Hakinor, 2008
Harachaman, 2008
Malachim, 2004

Samech Sameach

2014-01-21T19:53:47Z

Mona518: /* RSVPs */

__NOTOC__
Samech Sameach (ס׳ שמח) is the name of a huge Israeli dance party scheduled for Saturday night, May 10 2014,
in celebration of [http://larry.denenberg.com/ Larry Denenberg's] sixtieth birthday, which falls on that very day.

=== Time, Place, and Food ===

The event will take place at the [http://www.sthagop.com/ St. James Armenian Apostolic Church]
in Watertown, Massachusetts, a suburb of Boston adjacent to Cambridge. Open dancing will begin
at 8:30 PM and will continue until the dancers are forcibly ejected from the hall.

Refreshments will be provided by [http://www.anicatering.com/id26.html Ani Catering], makers of
fine Armenian and Middle Eastern Cuisine. [[Moshe Eskayo]] may or may not make felafel.

=== Dancing ===

The harkadah will be under the direction of [http://eladperel.blogspot.com/ Elad Perel],
superstar markid from the Haifa area. (In Larry's opinion, Elad's Thursday night session at the
Technion is one of the best in the country.) Elad is familiar with the local
repertoire from his leadership at [[Gvanim]] 2013 and is expected to provide a good time
for all. He may or may not teach a dance or two in the course of the evening.

There will also be exciting activities and entertainment for nondancing spouses, to
include at least parcheesi, acey-deucey, and mah jongg.

=== History ===

Eleven years ago, this same venue hosted the Boston party celebrating Larry's marriage to
[http://www.imdb.com/name/nm1901773/ Rachael Rosner]. The original invitation is [http://larry.denenberg.com/party.html here].
Note, however, that the complex admission
price structure from that event will '''''not''''' be repeated; Samech Sameach is free to all.

=== Directions, Parking, Public Transportation ===

St. James Armenian Church is at 465 Mount Auburn Street in Watertown
([https://www.google.com/maps/preview#!q=St+James+Armenian+Church%2C+Watertown%2C+MA map]) at the intersection of Mt. Auburn and School Streets.

From anywhere on I-90, the Mass Turnpike, get off at exit 17, head toward Watertown on Galen
Street, go straight through Watertown Square onto Mount Auburn Street and proceed to number 465,
on your right.

From Harvard Square take Mount Auburn Street westbound. Bear left just past the Star Market.
Proceed to number 465, on your left.

There is parking next to the building (enter from School Street) and on the other side of Mt.
Auburn Street, a block or two closer to Harvard Square.

The [http://www.mbta.com/uploadedFiles/Documents/Schedules_and_Maps/Bus/071map.pdf #71 bus] runs
between Harvard Square and Watertown Square along Mount Auburn Street, roughly every fifteen
minutes on Saturday night. The last bus inbound arrives at School Street at about 1:25.

=== Gifts ===

In lieu of gifts, attendees are encouraged to make a contribution to their own retirement
savings. They will appreciate it when they themselves become 60, or have children approaching
college age. Trust me.

=== RSVPs ===

No RSVP is necessary, but if you are planning to attend you are encouraged to record the fact here by
[http://horapedia.com/index.php?title=Samech_Sameach&action=edit editing this page]. (If you haven't already, you must first [[Special:UserLogin|register at
HoraWiki]].) Other changes to the page will be summarily reverted. Unless they're improvements.


Ari and Mona Atkinson would have LOVED to come to this party. Unfortunately Ari will be in the middle of finals during this weekend. Ari and Mona are very sad to not attend. They wish Larry D the happiest birthday ever!



[[Category:Events]]

Samech Sameach

2014-01-21T19:52:46Z

Mona518: /* RSVPs */

__NOTOC__
Samech Sameach (ס׳ שמח) is the name of a huge Israeli dance party scheduled for Saturday night, May 10 2014,
in celebration of [http://larry.denenberg.com/ Larry Denenberg's] sixtieth birthday, which falls on that very day.

=== Time, Place, and Food ===

The event will take place at the [http://www.sthagop.com/ St. James Armenian Apostolic Church]
in Watertown, Massachusetts, a suburb of Boston adjacent to Cambridge. Open dancing will begin
at 8:30 PM and will continue until the dancers are forcibly ejected from the hall.

Refreshments will be provided by [http://www.anicatering.com/id26.html Ani Catering], makers of
fine Armenian and Middle Eastern Cuisine. [[Moshe Eskayo]] may or may not make felafel.

=== Dancing ===

The harkadah will be under the direction of [http://eladperel.blogspot.com/ Elad Perel],
superstar markid from the Haifa area. (In Larry's opinion, Elad's Thursday night session at the
Technion is one of the best in the country.) Elad is familiar with the local
repertoire from his leadership at [[Gvanim]] 2013 and is expected to provide a good time
for all. He may or may not teach a dance or two in the course of the evening.

There will also be exciting activities and entertainment for nondancing spouses, to
include at least parcheesi, acey-deucey, and mah jongg.

=== History ===

Eleven years ago, this same venue hosted the Boston party celebrating Larry's marriage to
[http://www.imdb.com/name/nm1901773/ Rachael Rosner]. The original invitation is [http://larry.denenberg.com/party.html here].
Note, however, that the complex admission
price structure from that event will '''''not''''' be repeated; Samech Sameach is free to all.

=== Directions, Parking, Public Transportation ===

St. James Armenian Church is at 465 Mount Auburn Street in Watertown
([https://www.google.com/maps/preview#!q=St+James+Armenian+Church%2C+Watertown%2C+MA map]) at the intersection of Mt. Auburn and School Streets.

From anywhere on I-90, the Mass Turnpike, get off at exit 17, head toward Watertown on Galen
Street, go straight through Watertown Square onto Mount Auburn Street and proceed to number 465,
on your right.

From Harvard Square take Mount Auburn Street westbound. Bear left just past the Star Market.
Proceed to number 465, on your left.

There is parking next to the building (enter from School Street) and on the other side of Mt.
Auburn Street, a block or two closer to Harvard Square.

The [http://www.mbta.com/uploadedFiles/Documents/Schedules_and_Maps/Bus/071map.pdf #71 bus] runs
between Harvard Square and Watertown Square along Mount Auburn Street, roughly every fifteen
minutes on Saturday night. The last bus inbound arrives at School Street at about 1:25.

=== Gifts ===

In lieu of gifts, attendees are encouraged to make a contribution to their own retirement
savings. They will appreciate it when they themselves become 60, or have children approaching
college age. Trust me.

=== RSVPs ===

No RSVP is necessary, but if you are planning to attend you are encouraged to record the fact here by
[http://horapedia.com/index.php?title=Samech_Sameach&action=edit editing this page]. (If you haven't already, you must first [[Special:UserLogin|register at
HoraWiki]].) Other changes to the page will be summarily reverted. Unless they're improvements.



Ari and Mona Atkinson would have LOVED to come to this party. Unfortunately Ari will be in the middle of finals and we will not be able to travel to Boston that weekend. Ari and Mona are very sad to not attend. They wish Larry D the happiest birthday ever!



[[Category:Events]]