Discovering the Jewish Heritage of L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue

On the occasion of the European Days of Jewish Culture and the European Heritage Days, the Heritage Department of L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue invites you to a special program dedicated to the town’s Jewish past.

The guided tour takes visitors through the old Jewish quarter, home to a vibrant Jewish community from the Middle Ages until the French Revolution. Thanks to recent historical and archaeological studies, we can now better understand the location of the former synagogue (demolished in 1856) and explore Jewish family homes from the 18th century, including the Beaucaire building, a listed Historic Monument whose staircase is currently under restoration.

Following the tour, the day continues with a concert in the Place de la Juiverie, under the shade of the plane trees. The local ensemble Quintet de pioche brings Jewish music to life, inviting both attentive listening and joyful dancing. Visitors also have the opportunity to join a guided visit to the Jewish cemetery, adding depth and reflection to the experience.

The program welcomes a wide audience – families, tourists, and locals.

This event is organized by the Heritage Department of the City of L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue, with the support of JECPJ-France.

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The event is part of the Cities Embracing Jewish Heritage initiative supported by the Combat Antisemitism Movement and the European Association for the Preservation and Promotion of Jewish Culture and Heritage

06/05/2025

Discovering the Jewish Heritage of L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue

Discovering the Jewish Heritage of L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue

On the occasion of the European Days of Jewish Culture and the European Heritage Days, the Heritage Department of L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue invites you to a special program dedicated to the town’s Jewish past.

The guided tour takes visitors through the old Jewish quarter, home to a vibrant Jewish community from the Middle Ages until the French Revolution. Thanks to recent historical and archaeological studies, we can now better understand the location of the former synagogue (demolished in 1856) and explore Jewish family homes from the 18th century, including the Beaucaire building, a listed Historic Monument whose staircase is currently under restoration.

Following the tour, the day continues with a concert in the Place de la Juiverie, under the shade of the plane trees.

28/04/2025

Celebration of Jewish Heritage in Glasgow

Celebrating Jewish Heritage in Glasgow

Glasgow City Council, Garnethill Synagogue & Scottish Jewish Heritage Centre

This autumn, Garnethill Synagogue and the Scottish Jewish Heritage Centre (housed within the Synagogue) host a month-long celebration of the heritage and history of Jews in Scotland, with a special focus on the contributions of Jewish refugees who arrived from Eastern Europe.

From September through mid-October, visitors can enjoy a rich calendar of events, including tours, lectures, music, food, and celebrations of the Jewish New Year and Sukkot.

Program Highlights

  • Ceremony – September 28: Interfaith event with the Lord Provost, held at Garnethill Synagogue

  • Exhibition: Celebrating Sukkot, the Jewish harvest festival

  • Food Tasting: A Jewish-themed dinner during September

  • Guided Tours: Explore the Scottish Jewish Heritage Centre and the Refugee Trail

  • Lecture: The history of Jews in Scotland

  • Music & Performance: In cooperation with the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland

  • Children’s Activities: Special service and celebration of Jewish heritage (date TBC)

  • Open Doors: Visit the Scottish Jewish Heritage Centre and the Holocaust Resource Centre

Events run until after Sukkot (6–8 October), ensuring a vibrant and inclusive program for all ages.

10/04/2025

Insights Into the Culture of the People of the Book

Celebration of Jewish Culture in Miskolc

This September, we invite Jewish and non-Jewish communities in and around Miskolc to take part in a special one-day event celebrating the richness of Jewish culture and traditions. The program creates space for both adults and children to learn, enjoy, and share in a unique communal experience.

At the heart of the event is a musical performance that introduces audiences to the beauty and diversity of Jewish music, creating an atmosphere of warmth and connection. To mark the upcoming Jewish New Year, we also host a lecture and informal discussion exploring the symbolism of holiday foods such as honey, apples, and fish heads, as well as the idea of Jews as the “People of the Book”.

07/04/2025

Global History of the Hebrew Book: the View from 16th-Century Antwerp

Pending permission of Dr. Theodor Dunkelgrün and the Institute of Jewish Studies, University of Antwerp.

 

07/04/2025

Hommage to Hermann Leopoldi

Hommage to Hermann Leopoldi

Program: “Treten’s nur herein”

The town hall of Lackenbach opens its doors for a very special evening dedicated to the life and work of Hermann Leopoldi – the famous Jewish songwriter, composer, and cabaret artist of the mid-20th century.

Born Hersch Kohn (1888–1959) in Vienna, Leopoldi survived the concentration camps of Dachau and Buchenwald and went on to become one of Austria’s most beloved entertainers, also achieving great success during his years in the United States. His witty, humorous, and heartfelt songs continue to inspire and delight audiences today.

The program “Treten’s nur herein” is conceived as a theatrical homage: a performance where well-known and lesser-known Leopoldi songs are presented in a lively and engaging way, with the audience invited to join in and become part of the show.

01/04/2025

Jewish music concert by Preßburger klezmer band

Concert by the Preßburger Klezmer Band in the Orthodox synagogue is a unique opportunity for local people as well as tourists to discover our city and Jewish history through extraordinary music experience in synagogue.
The band performs characteristic emotional klezmer music – traditional Jewish melodies sung in Yiddish, Slovak and English are mixed with music from the Balkans and oriental music. The music is complemented by elements of Slovak folk music, interspersed with elements from jazz, rock, reggae and Latin.
The event will be held as part of the summer cultural program themed with cultural and genre diversity.

19/03/2025

CONCERT: HIDENISI KLEZMER EXPERIMENT

Concert Celebrating the European Day of Jewish Culture

HIDENISI KLEZMER EXPERIMENT

The Tarazona Tourism Office, part of the City Council of Tarazona, invites you to a special concert on the occasion of the European Day of Jewish Culture.

The ensemble “Hidenisi” presents the Hidenisi Klezmer Experiment – a musical journey that brings the vibrant sounds of Eastern European klezmer to life. With their unique style, “Hidenisi” combines tradition and innovation, creating harmonies that celebrate cultural richness, diversity, and unity through art. Audiences can expect an unforgettable evening of energy, rhythm, and emotion.

This event is open to all: residents of Tarazona, visitors, tourists, and everyone with an interest in Jewish and Sephardic heritage.

Organized by the Tarazona Tourism Office, with the support of the Red de Juderías de España – Caminos de Sefarad (Network of Spanish Jewish Quarters)

The event is part of the Cities Embracing Jewish Heritage initiative supported by the Combat Antisemitism Movement and the European Association for the Preservation and Promotion of Jewish Culture and Heritage

18/03/2025

Jornadas Europeas de la Cultura Judía

Con motivo de la celebración de las Jornadas Europeas de la Cultura Judía en Segovia hemos previsto las siguientes acciones:
Sábado 6 de septiembre
18h Conferencia a cargo de Amparo Alba, Doctora en Filología Semítica y Catedrática Emérita del Área de Estudios Hebreos y Arameos de la Universidad Complutense de Madrid. El título de su intervención está pendiente de concretar.
Domingo 7 de septiembre
Jornada de Puertas Abiertas en los siguientes espacios de la Judería:
Centro Didáctico de la Judería de Segovia:10h a 14h y de 16h a 18h
Puerta de San Andrés, 10h a 14h
Sinagoga de los Ibáñez, 10h a 14h

10:30h Visita teatralizada: Yuda, la patria de la infancia
12 h Visita guiada: Conoce la Judería
18h Proyección película: Alegría

11/03/2025

XXVI PROGRAMA JECJ SEGOVIA

Oportunidad de degustar platos de la cocina sefardí a lo largo del fin de semana, menús y tapas en el Fogón Sefardí y en el Bar El Socorro.

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