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Stories about Judaism and Jews in Groningen
Did you know that Jews have been living in Groningen for more than four centuries? The exhibition introduces you to the history of the Jewish community in Groningen up to the present day. About entrepreneurs and teachers, about poor relief and superstars. You will also learn about the Jewish religion and the meaning of the holidays. And all that in the colorful shul of Groningen!
Sacred Earth
Exhibition - June 14 to October 10
Throughout history, various cultures have
and religions constructed their own images of nature. These
images do not only determine how nature is
perceived, but also how she is appreciated,
used, protected or controlled. Nature functions
thereby serving as a mirror: of belief systems,
worldviews and views of humanity.
These perspectives tell us not only how we interact with nature, but also who we ourselves are. In the exhibition 'Sacred Earth', 24 artists present their view of nature. The artists all tell their own story on their own unique way. As a result, the exhibition also forms an ode to material, technique, style, and philosophy.
Oct. 8 | 14:00 | Guided Tour Jewish Cemetery - Moesstraat
Discover the stories behind the stones
During this tour, you will be taken on a journey through the history of the old Jewish cemetery, part of the Noorderbegraafplaats. Your guide will tell you about the funerary culture and the customs surrounding the 'lewaje'. Life stories of well-known and lesser-known Jewish residents of the city will also be shared at the grave monuments.
Participation is free of charge - your donation is appreciated!
Oct 13-16 | 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM | Book Market
Affordable second-hand books. Mostly with a Jewish theme. Reference works, biographies, but also novels. Mostly in Dutch. The books come from private individuals and are looking for a new owner!
Take a free look inside our shuffleboard shop | a ticket remains required for viewing or a guided tour.
Oct 15 | 14:00 | Guided Tour Jewish Cemetery - Selwerderhof
Discover the stories behind the stones
During this tour, you will be taken through the history of the Jewish cemetery on Iepenlaan (Selwerderhof). You will visit the metaheer house and learn about the customs and traditions surrounding death and mourning. In addition, your guide will share the life stories of various Jewish residents of Groningen who are buried here.
Participation is free of charge - your donation is appreciated!
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Oct 24 | 20:00 | Concert | Gabriel Palatchi
an extraordinary mix of Latin jazz, tango, funk and influences from the Middle East
Every concert by Gabriël Palatchi is unique. His own compositions and repertoire of classics are unmistakably grounded in Argentina. At the same time, as a Jewish musician, his heart also lies with music from the Middle East and klezmer – these influences, too, can be heard in the virtuosic and captivating Palatchi mix.
Tickets: €15.00 | Donors / Stadjerspas / <18 years: €10.00
Oct 25 | 13:00 & 15:00 | Children's Month | Baking Hamantaschen​
October Children's Month
This afternoon we are going to make Hamantaschen , a typical Jewish cookie that is eaten especially during the holiday of Purim. Hamantaschen consist of various fillings such as jam, poppy seeds, and nuts. We will learn how to make this delicacy and then discover more about the different holidays and traditions.
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There are two workshop rounds from 13:00-14:30 and 15:00-16:30.
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Participation is free for child (7-12 years) & parent(s)
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Registration is required via reserveren@synagogegroningen.nl
Nov 8 | 2:00 PM | Kristallnacht commemoration
This afternoon we commemorate the night of the pogrom that took place in Germany from November 9 to 10, 1938. We start at 2:00 PM with a silent procession from the Waagplein.
Afterwards, the program continues in the Synagogue. Peter Groenewold will deliver the keynote lecture this afternoon. There will also be contributions from Klezmer&Co. and students from the HN Werkman Stadslyceum.
Participation in the memorial service in the synagogue is free of charge, but registration is required.
Nov. 22 | 14:30 | Concert | Amsterdam Synagogue Choir
‘the cultural archive of Jewish liturgical music in the Netherlands’​
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Over the past forty years, the Amsterdam Synagogue Choir (ASK) has played a prominent role within Dutch Jewish musical culture. The ASK’s repertoire is primarily based on Western European chazzanut (cantorial music), a musical tradition that enriches Jewish liturgy with artistic singing and choral music. This tradition still forms the core of the choir’s performances.
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This afternoon, to mark the 120th anniversary of the Groningen Synagogue, the ASK, conducted by Ilia Belianko, will perform works by the Groningen cantor Vleeschhouwer, amongst others.
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Tickets: €17.50 | Donors / Stadjerspas / under 18s: €10.00
Booking is essential!
Dec. 11, 20 & 23 | 14:30 | Walking with Nico Rost through old Jewish Groningen
They slept on the floor or in an attic, where it leaked and which they could only reach by ladder, and where it repeatedly swarmed with rats and mice.
In 1956, Nico Rost wrote a moving booklet in which he described the vanished Jewish life in Groningen. In 'De vrienden van m'n vader' (My Father's Friends), he discusses pre-war Jewish life in the area around Folkingestraat, covering the entrepreneurs, administrators, and artists. But Rost also described the poverty of the Nieuwstad, the basement dwellings, the alleyways, and the deplorable conditions. In this tour, our guide uses 'De vrienden van m'n vader' as a guiding thread for a walk through old Jewish Groningen. The Synagogue serves as the starting and ending point of this tour, which lasts approximately one hour.
Tickets: €8.00 | Registration is required!
