Summer Events at Hadar Community Center - Basement 23
Join the summer events celebration at Hadar Community Center - Merkaz 23, featuring a variety of events, workshops, classes, lectures, and activities for all ages. The events include lectures in Russian, networking evenings, and additional community performances.
Join the summer events celebration at Hadar Community Center - Merkaz 23, featuring a variety of events, workshops, classes, lectures, and activities for all ages. The events include lectures in Russian, networking evenings, and additional community performances.
Join the Summer Events Celebration at Hadar Community Center - Basement 23! A variety of events, workshops, classes, lectures, and activities for all ages!
**July Events**
- **Wednesday, 01.07.2026 at 19:00** | **Political Parties in Israel** | Free entry.
A fascinating lecture in Russian intended for new immigrants, discussing the structure of Israel's political system and the current leading parties.
- **Thursday, 02.07.2026 at 19:00** | **Lecture at the Bar: Myths About Alcohol** | Cost: 20 ₪.
A community bar evening for Russian speakers, debunking popular myths about alcoholic beverages. Pre-registration required.
- **Monday, 06.07.2026 at 19:00** | **Lecture: Financial Literacy** | Free entry.
A practical and essential lecture in Russian providing tools, advice, and practices for smart personal and family budget management.
- **Tuesday, 07.07.2026 at 17:00** | **Community Fundraiser: "Fulfill a Child's Dream"** | Free entry.
A festive auction of local artists' paintings for the neighborhood assistance fund, allowing children from financially struggling families to join classes and enrichment activities at the community center. The entire community is invited to participate and contribute.
- **Wednesday, 08.07.2026 at 19:00** | **Stand-up Night - Open Mic** | Free entry.
An open and inviting stage for young Russian speakers wanting to try their hand at comedy, perform, or simply enjoy an evening full of humor, laughter, and good vibes. Pre-registration required.
- **Monday, 13.07.2026 at 18:00** | **Israeli Songs Celebration for Seniors** | Cost: 20 ₪.
A sweeping and moving evening of nostalgic songs from the beautiful Land of Israel, live music, and dances with singers Zhanna Shelber and Amitai Lev Ari on the roof of Hadar Community Center, Jerusalem 29.
- **Monday, 13.07.2026 at 19:00** | **Art Networking Evening** | Free entry.
A special social and professional meeting for creators, artists, and young cultural figures who speak Russian, in partnership with the Faces Project.
- **Wednesday, 15.07.2026 at 19:00** | **Lecture: Moroccan Jews** | Free entry.
Lecturer Meir Itkin presents an intriguing historical lecture in Russian about the heritage and story of Moroccan Jewry, in partnership with the Faces Project.
- **Monday, 20.07.2026 at 19:00** | **Travel Club Networking** | Free entry.
A meeting for young Russian-speaking travel enthusiasts who enjoy experiences and journeys locally and worldwide, in partnership with and registration through the Faces Project.
- **Wednesday, 22.07.2026 at 19:00** | **Lecture: Ethiopian Jews** | Free entry.
Lecturer Meir Itkin presents an in-depth lecture in Russian about the journey, rise, and heritage of Ethiopian Jewry, in partnership with the Faces Project.
- **Monday, 27.07.2026 at 19:00** | **Tech Networking** | Free entry.
A professional networking and knowledge exchange meeting for Russian-speaking technology, development, and high-tech professionals in the neighborhood, in partnership with the Faces Project.
- **Tuesday, 28.07.2026 at 20:00** | **Tu B'Av Party on the Roof** | Free entry.
Celebrate the Hebrew Festival of Love with a giant community party under the open sky with a DJ. Hosted at Hadar Community Center, Jerusalem 29.
- **Wednesday, 29.07.2026 at 19:00** | **Lecture: Yemenite Jews** | Free entry.
Lecturer Meir Itkin presents the third meeting in the series in Russian, this time dedicated to the story, songs, and magnificent heritage of Yemenite Jewry, in partnership with the Faces Project.
**August Events**
- **Monday, 03.08.2026 at 19:00** | **Death Cafe: The Concept of Death in Judaism** | Free entry.
An open, philosophical, and extraordinary discussion meeting in Russian about the concept of death in Jewish tradition and culture.
- **Thursday, 06.08.2026 at 20:00** | **2000s Party** | Free entry with pre-registration.
An exhilarating pop and punk party in the style of the 2000s for young people in partnership with the Student Village.
- **Monday, 10.08.2026 at 19:00** | **Artistic Workshop for Young People** | Free entry with pre-registration.
A collage evening for young people, a special art workshop for the audience.
- **Thursday, 13.08.2026 at 19:00** | **Pajama Party and Board Games** | Cost: 20 ₪.
A fun and relaxed neighborhood evening for Russian speakers, including selected animated film screenings, a board game tournament, and a homely atmosphere. Pre-registration required.
- **Monday, 17.08.2026 at 19:00** | **Admin Night: Bureaucracy Solution Evening** | Free entry.
A joint and practical community evening for Russian speakers helping to navigate and solve daily bureaucratic issues (paying bills, fines, scheduling appointments for government offices, etc.). Pre-registration required.
- **Monday, 24.08.2026 at 19:00** | **"This Is How It Happened" - Screening of the Film "Gett" and Open Discussion** | Free entry.
A film and discussion evening for Russian speakers: screening of the powerful Israeli film "Gett" followed by an open, thought-provoking discussion on the film's topics. Pre-registration required.
For more information and registration for activities, contact: 04-6897734
