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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!
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!
Dec. 1 | 4:00 PM | Light Ceremony
As every year, the Platform Religion and Worldviews (PRL) Groningen organizes a joint light ceremony. During the dark months of the year, light holds a special place in many religions and worldviews. It stands for hope, connectedness, and a new beginning.
This year, 'Wonder' is the central theme of the ceremony.
Participation is free; you can register via the link below.
