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“Rediscovering Prague, Vysocina, and Czech Jewish Treasures”
Category : Featured Article
The Czech Republic is home to one of Europe’s oldest and most historically significant Jewish communities, with roots tracing back to the 10th century. Prague, the nation’s capital, stands as a cornerstone of Jewish heritage, renowned for its well-preserved synagogues, historical sites, and the Old Jewish Cemetery, one of the most revered burial grounds in […]
Read MoreThursday, October 29th, 2015
Friends of the Cracow Jewish Culture Festival Society
Category : Events & Festivals
New York Jewish Travel Guide- Friends of the Cracow Jewish Culture Festival Society, Inc. is an American, tax-exempt, non-profit organization dedicated to supporting the premier Jewish cultural event in Europe today — the annual Jewish Culture Festival in Cracow, Poland. Every June since 1988, the historic Jewish quarter of Cracow, called Kazimierz, is filled […]
Read MoreTuesday, August 4th, 2015
Things to do in Prague’s Jewish Quarter
Category : Activities
Much is packed within the small area of Josefov, Prague’s Jewish Quarter, formerly a walled ghetto, and today one of the most complete collections of Jewish historical monuments in Europe. Here are some tips for what to do and, naturally, where to dine, as you explore this monumental area. Go to the Jewish Museum The […]
Read MoreTuesday, August 4th, 2015
Rockin’ out with Sean Hurwitz of Smash Mouth
Category : Blog
The lead guitarist has come a long way from his days as a ‘kikarist,’ hanging out late at night in Kikar Zion (Zion Square) in Jerusalem. By Abigail Klein Leichman Sean Hurwitz accompanying Smash Mouth singer Steve Harwell. Photo by Glenn Tang/Black Pixel Studios Israeli-born songwriter-producer-guitarist Sean Hurwitz, now touring with Smash Mouth, did not […]
Read MoreFriday, July 24th, 2015
Jewish Sites in Sardis, Turkey
Category : Events & Festivals
Ancient Sardis was the capital of the Kingdom of Lydia, whose most famous king was Croesus (560-546 B.C.E.), the first monarch to mint coinage. During its heyday as a Roman city, Sardis had a very large and prosperous Jewish community which may have been established here in much earlier times. GETTING THERE The ruins of […]
Read MoreFriday, July 17th, 2015
Nancy Danino – the sultry voice singer/songwriter
Category : Nightlife
Born in Israel and raised in France, the sultry voice of singer/songwriter Nancy Danino has been the highlight of everything from film soundtracks to Scandinavian pop hits. Her very first collaboration was with the YELLOW PRODUCTION team of techno/acid jazz sound designers, appearing on their 1999 Psychodelico album (Bob Sinclar). Techno artist SNOOZE heard the album, fell […]
Read MoreWednesday, April 15th, 2015
Jerusalem Post NY Annual Conference “The New Israeli Government: Facing the Deadline” June 7, 2015 – Marriott Marquis in New York City
Category : Blog
Rudy Giuliani, Gilad Erdan, Senator Bob Menendez, Isaac Herzog, Ron Lauder, Ron Prosor, Gabi Ashkenazi, and Meir Dagan will address 1500 people on U.S.-Israel relations, global terrorism, and the rise of antisemitism. The fourth Jerusalem Post NY Conference, which will be held on June 7, 2015 at the Marriott Markey, Times Square, New York, is […]
Read MoreWednesday, April 15th, 2015
Jewish Cultural Festival
Category : Events & Festivals
New York Jewish Travel Guide The Fifth Annual Jewish Cultural Festival returned to Temple Israel on Sunday, June 7. The entire community—both Jewish and non-Jewish –were invited to share our traditions and learn about us and our faith. We expanded our offerings to include additional entertainment for your listening and viewing pleasure, an Israeli-themed petting zoo, […]
Read MoreTuesday, July 30th, 2013
THE 27RD INTERNATIONAL KLEZMER FESTIVAL -August 18th – August 20th
Category : Blog
Tens of thousands of international and local visitors are expected to attend this year’s (18–20.08.14) International Klezmer Festival in Zefat. The biggest festival of Jewish soul music in the world is in its 27th year in Zefat. The Klezmer Festival is no doubt one of the biggest events on the Israeli cultural calendar. Numerous unique […]
Read MoreTuesday, July 30th, 2013
IN PHOTOS: A look inside Jewish Marakech
Category : Top 10
Marrakech, with it tiny Jewish population, is a welcoming city for Jewish visitors with over 30,000 a year coming from Israel, many of them on heritage trips. By Harry D. Wall and Jewish Discoveries Searching for Jewish heritage in Marrakech, once the heartland of Moroccan Jewish life, can be challenging. The Mellah, or the walled district […]
Read MoreWednesday, July 17th, 2013