Sergio Mendes to perform in Israel
Brazilian Bossa Nova artist Sergio Mendes will perform two concerts in Israel in June. The musician is one of the most important names in Brazilian music, with over 55 releases. See him at the Caesarea Amphitheater on June 23, or at the Zappa Club in Tel Aviv on June 24.
Pharrell Williams “happy” to come to Israel
Multiple Grammy award-winning American musician Pharrell Williams, who shot to global superstardom with his hit "Happy" in 2014, is going to appear on July 21 at Live Park in Rishon Letzion.
New Israeli stamps
The latest issue of beautiful Israeli stamps includes Markets (Jerusalem, Acre and Jaffa); the Knesset Building; Israel Memorial Day; Israel-Spain: 30 Years of diplomatic relations; Bridge of Strings Jerusalem; Israeli achievements (Digital prepress & printing); Seasons – Spring.
The biggest treasure discovery in 30 years
Two Israeli divers have uncovered a treasure trove of ancient artifacts that made their way to the sea bed when a merchant ship sank off the coast of Caesarea some 1600-years ago. Many Roman bronzes in perfect condition were described as of great historical importance.
Coldplay’s Israeli-made video
The video promotion for the track “Up & Up” from Coldplay’s new album “A Head Full of Dreams”, was directed by Israelis Vania Heymann and Gal Muggia. Coldplay's lead singer Chris Martin raved about the two Israelis on Beats 1 radio, saying, “it's one of the best videos people have made.”
National Conservation Week
The Society (Council) for the Preservation (Conservation) of Heritage Sites in Israel invites all to celebrate Israel's "Heritage Week" from May 20th-28th by joining tours and events from the Upper Galilee, to Tel Aviv and Beer Sheva.
On-line exhibition of Israeli achievements
Israel21c invites guests to the “must-click” online exhibition “18 Ways Israel is Changing the World”. It spans from cancer sniffing devices to Israelis who help Syrians; from latest role models to water scarcity solutions.
Your next Israeli adventure – the Arava
Vanishing Valley, House of Aloe Vera, Peace Road, Yotvata Chocolate Trail and other treasures beckon from this long strip of desert filled with B&B lodges. You can enjoy archaeology, Bedouin hospitality, eco-art, hiking, biking, riding, farms, birdwatching and ice-cream workshops.
Tuesday is Tel Aviv food tour day
A 2-hour tour every Tuesday explores Tel Aviv’s vibrant food scene, home to the trendiest eateries in the entire Middle East. The $39 fee includes guiding, tasting and water.
Acro-yoga flash mob in Tel Aviv
Organizers say the 150 gravity-defying balance enthusiasts in Tel Aviv’s Habima Square formed the world's largest outdoor flash mob of its kind. The fact that it took place only three days after a terror attack on the Tel Aviv boardwalk shows just how much Israelis love life.