The synagogue in Radauti, Romania was formally rededicated following its renovation with a ceremony on July 25 that involved the Mayor of Radauti as well as national and local religious and Jewish communal leaders. The ceremony was followed by … continue reading →
More than 1,000 people took part Sunday in celebrations marking the 100th anniversary of the inauguration of the grand synagogue in Trieste. The so-called “cathedral synagogue” is a massive, almost fortresslike structure that seats 1,400 people and occupies almost … continue reading →
Mazel tov! The synagogue in Plymouth, England has celebrated its 250th birthday. Founded in 1762, it is the oldest functioning Ashkenazic synagogue in the English-speaking world. Writes the London Jewish Chronicle: Its special anniversary celebrations on Sunday marked the community’s … continue reading →
Czech TV will premiere an hour-long version of a new film on the history and legends of Prague’s old Jewish quarter on March 28. The full 90-minute movie with be screened at Prague’s Evald cinema on April 24, 25 … continue reading →
The schedule of events for March at the Fundacja Judaica/Jewish Culture Center in Krakow is now online. Events this month include lectures, film screenings, book promotions, commemorations and the opening of two exhibitions: Romani Trail of Martyrdom in Little Poland … continue reading →
