Kiryat Malachi Celebrates Sukkot Intermediate Days With Diverse Family Events
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- Kiryat Malachi held diverse family events during Sukkot's intermediate days.
- Activities included cultural shows, heritage exhibits, and sports competitions.
- VR technology simulated a visit to the Temple.
- A streetball tournament and chess championship were among the sports events.
- The events were a collaboration between local organizations and city departments.
Kiryat Malachi hosted a variety of family-friendly events during the intermediate days of Sukkot, featuring performances, heritage activities, sports competitions, and more across the city. The events, a collaboration between the Magshimim Center, the Kiryat Malachi Development Fund, and the Department of Jewish Culture, aimed to provide entertainment and cultural experiences for all ages.
The festivities kicked off with the children's show "Nati Hage'ati Hofa'ati" at the Magshimim amphitheater. Other activities included a family event in the KKL forest with outdoor team-building exercises, crafts, and traditional tea preparation. A significant attraction was the "Sukkot in the Temple" exhibit, which utilized VR technology to simulate a visit to the ancient Temple, complemented by interactive stations and a petting zoo. The Temple Institute also participated, offering educational content and activities related to Temple service and holiday customs.
A "Simchat Beit Hashoeva" celebration, a traditional water-drawing festival, featured singer David Hafetzdi, filling the air with music and joy. The sports component included the Kiryat Malachi Open Chess Championship and a city-wide Shatranj tournament at the Magshimim Center, alongside family activities. A 3x3 streetball tournament saw five teams compete, with a three-point contest preceding the final game, won by Noam Choter. The winning streetball team received a trophy and a 700 shekel gift card.
The city park offered a water-themed zone for families, complete with inflatable water slides, a ninja course, foam cannons, and a soft play area for younger children. The holiday events concluded with a "Sukkot Experience" featuring workshops on making shofars, activities about incense, drumming, and magnet photography.
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