With multicolored images of Herzl peeking out from posters all around, dozens of Jewish 20 and 30-somethings gathered at The Mean Fiddler in Midtown Manhattan on April 7th for ‘EnViZion This!”, the kickoff event for the newly formed young leadership group of the American Zionist Movement, ViZionWith Israeli music and scenes from the popular Israeli TV show, Srugim playing on the screens, a unique atmosphere was brought to this New York City bar. Party-goers also had the opportunity to enjoy their favorite Israeli chocolates, and snacks such as Bisli and Bamba.
ViZion aims to provide Jewish young adults with educational and social opportunities, allowing them to explore what Zionism means to them from both personal and communal perspectives. “I didn’t know that Zionism can still be cool” said one party-goer. This event is the first in a line of events planned for New Yorkers in the coming months.
Ohad Knoller, Karmit Arbel
