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Experience Israel on the River

Israel on the River, Strelecky Island

The Israel on the River event is a vibrant cultural festival that takes place annually in Prague along the banks of the Vltava River. Celebrating Israeli heritage and culture, this event is a splendid blend of music, art, traditional food, and engaging activities. The festival aims to promote cultural exchange and appreciation, fostering a sense of unity and mutual respect among diverse communities.

Israel on the River provides a platform for individuals interested in learning about and experiencing the rich culture and traditions of Israel, making it a must-visit event for those seeking cultural immersion. Join Prague’s Jewish community in celebrating Israeli cuisine and culture by the Vltava River on Strelecky Island!

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Month of Jewish Culture in Osijek

The 2nd issue of the Month of Jewish Culture in Osijek is organised by the Jewish Community of Osijek during September 2022, starting on Sept. 4 with the opening ceremony, the ‘Morpurgo family’ and ‘EXPLORE(R)’ exhibitions in Osijek Culture Centre (https://jewisheritage.org/event/morpurgo-family; https://jewisheritage.org/event/explorer-narratives-of-the-past-exhibition-of-student-artworks), followed by the Klezmer music concert “Kontra-kvartet” (https://jewisheritage.org/event/klezmer-music-concert-kontra-kvartet).At the same day the Israeli documentary ‘Trip across Israel’ in Urania cinema is presented as a tool for getting to know Israel through innovative VR content, a daily event from Sept. 4 till 24 (the closing day of the festival; every day from 5 till 9 p.m.), organised in cooperation with the Embassy of Israel in Croatia (https://jewisheritage.org/event/trip-across-israel). The Month of Jewish Culture in Osijek includes numerous and various cultural, educational, artistic and social programmes (https://jewisheritage.org/edjc/2022-renewal).

Day of Remembrance for the Victims of the Inquisition of Jews

March 31st has recently been chosen as the date to commemorate the victims of the Portuguese Inquisition. On this day in 1821 the Inquisition in Portugal was officially disbanded. This day is to remember the expulsion of Jews from Portugal, the subsequent massacres of the Jews, as well as the Portuguese Inquisition. The Portuguese Inquisition began in 1526, ending with the sudden migration of tens of thousands of Jews from Portugal. While some Jews fled, others who were forcibly converted to Christianity continued to practice Judaism in secret for centuries.

Day of Jewish Monuments

MOn the Day of Monuments, which first began celebrations in 2017, there are 50 or so selected Jewish heritage sites, in more than 40 towns throughout the Czech Republic, that are open to visitors.

Event Tag: Europe

Experience Israel on the River

Israel on the River, Strelecky Island

Month of Jewish Culture in Osijek

Day of Remembrance for the Victims of the Inquisition of Jews

Day of Jewish Monuments

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