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L’Chayim Cocktail – Rosh Hashanah
In honor of Rosh Hashana, the European Synagogue and the EJCC, would like to invite you to a L’Chayim cocktail. Following the sounding of the Shofar , join us for a buffet-lunch and for the traditional Shana Tova wishes. Suggested contribution of 18 Euro to Account # BE10 36 161540204
Talk: Space & Science
Saturday, September 16th 12:30 Lunch talk with Rabbi Doctor Daniel Hershkowitz, President of Bar Ilan University and former Minister of Science and Technology. Join us at the European Synagogue for a lunch and talk on Behind the scenes of Israel’s space and science program. Shabbat services: 10:00 Lunch & Talk: 12:30
JLM High-Tech Night
Jerusalem – How to Become a Major Hi-Tech Hub in 5 Years! Thursday 29th June 2017 Panel exchange of views 11am-13 noon, Room A1H1 JLM Tech Market – Place Luxembourg from 6.30pm Jerusalem – the name conjures up images as old as time itself. And yet this 3000 year old city has, in the space of 5 years, become a high-tech hub and global leader in fostering tech-companies, accelerators and incubators. On Thursday 29th June The European Jewish Association, in…
Youth – Diversity & Dialogue
We would like to invite you to participate in a dialogue lunch with youth from different religious and social background on Sunday 25 June 2017 11:30 to 14:30 at 109 Rue Froissart, 1040 Brussels. The goal of this meeting is to build bridges and to foster understanding in the young generation of divers groups in Brussels. We strongly believe that one of the best ways of stimulating empathy and mutual respect is simply by seating together. This activity is organized by:…
Shavuot Spring Party
The EJCC and the European Synagogue would like to invite you to the Shavuot celebration. Every year on the holiday of Shavuot we celebrate the Torah, the millenary heritage that brought awareness of justice, peace and freedom to the world. For the occasion, the reading of the Ten Commandments will take place and will be followed by a delicious dairy lunch.
Intercultural Dialogue between Women – Session 2
We would like to invite all women for an morning coffee of lively and informative discussion. Mrs. Stéphanie Lecesne from CEJI will present a workshop on the role of Jewish, Muslim and Christian women in a modern world. Looking forward to see you!
Pesach Seder 2017
Monday April 10 20:00 Tuesday April 11 20:00 Join us for an unforgettable Freedom Experience during the two Seder nights in our premises; the Sedarim will take place on April 10th and 11th. A special “Seder for Kids” will be organised all through the evening. The Hagada will be recited by the participants in Hebrew, French or English and commented by Rabbi Avi Tawil with delightful insights and anecdotes. Seder Fee: 90 Euros Sponsors – 45 Euros Adults – 25 Euros Children under 12 years…
Play4peace
The International Day of Sport for Development and Peace is coming up in March. To mark this important day, the EJCC is pleased and proud to announce that it is a partner in the third edition of Brussels Play 4 Peace at Tour & Taxis on Sunday 26th March 2017, with the aim of promoting tolerance, peace and sharing by sport. The event is organized under the patronage of Unesco, and with the support of the King Baudouin Foundation. Some 30…
Brussels attacks Solidarity & Memory
On 22 March 2017 we will gather for an event of Solidarity and Memory by recognising the initiative of the civil society who strives for a better tomorrow, and saluting projects that came to realization this past year. Yvan Mayeur, Brussels Mayor, will honor us with his presence, together with other members of the European Parliament and European Commission.
Purim Brunch 5777
Join us for a delicious Purim brunch for adults and children, followed by Meguillah reading and discussion. Send your contribution to: BE10 3631 6154 0204 Looking forward to celebrating with you. Happy Purim EJCC Team
Cirque du Purim
Join us at the Purim celebration for the whole family with a special Magic Show for adults, following the reading of the Megillah. A delicious standing dinner will be served. A special party for kids will take place simultaneously. Come with your masks!! And don’t miss our costume contest and grand raffle drawing!
Leadership, Continuity and Innovation
We invite you to join us for a Shabbat February 4th, for a lunch and talk on “Leadership, Continuity and Innovation” with special guest from the US Rabbi Yisroel Deren, regional director of the Chabad Lubavitch of Western and Southern New England. Shabbat prayers will take place at 10:00 and will be followed by the talk and lunch 12:00. Register here
Talk on Entebbe Operation
Join us for a talk with Rami Sherman who served in 1976 in the IDF’s Navy Seal during the “Entebbe Operation”, as Yoni Netanyahu’s Operations Officer. Talk will be followed by Services and walking dinner. Suggested contribution: 18 Euro
Chanukah for Hebrew Speakers 2016
We are pleased to invite you to celebrate Chanukah with a special piano concert in a festive atmosphere with world renowned singer Rami Kleinshtein, with the presence of Israeli Ambassador to Belgium. A special activity for kids will be organized. Light refreshments will be served. Register here: https://goo.gl/2emwE7 For more details contact: Michal Zilberberg: 047-2336859 info@israeli.be On behalf of Rabbi Menachem & Chani Margolin
Elie Wiesel – Eurochanukah 2016
Ms. Věra Jourová, Commissioner for Justice, Consumers and Gender Equality and the European Jewish Community Centre are happy to invite you to EuroChanukah at the Berlaymont on Wednesday, December 7th at 12:30 to 14:00. Falling just a few days before the International Human Rights Day, we will dedicate this event to a man who has devoted his life to sharing his own light to better the world, Mr. Elie Wiesel. Together with representatives of Human Rights organisations and the Elie Wiesel Institute, we…
The Unesco vote on Jerusalem – How did we get there?
Unesco vote on Jerusalem – How did we get there? Yes, this is the question we find in every mouth! join us for a talk with Alex Benjamin, Director of Europe-Israel Public Affairs, followed by a Shabbat dinner where adults and children are welcome to join. Suggested contribution: 18 Euro BE10 3631 6154 0204 Register below
Pray & Bond
Join us at the Ohel Eliezer Synagogue, prayers will be followed by a lecture and a lunch, all are welcome. Register below
Shabbat for the minis – Shabbat Project 2016
Shabbat for the minis, is a special programme, where children from 3 to 12 will discover the beauty of Shabbat, sing Shalom alecham and have a delicious Shabbat meal. Suggested contribution: 18 Euro per child BE10 3631 6154 0204
Mega Challa Bake
Following the major success of the Mega Challa Bake last year, join us for a new session this year! Maale, Maayan Hai, CHANA and EJCC are happy to invite you to a wonderful event of women sharing their story and singing along while kneading and braiding delicious Challot. Adress: Rue du doyenné 96, 1180 Uccle
Simchat Torah Dancing
Come and Dance with the Torah in honour of Simcha Torah at the European Synagogue-Ohel Eliezer on 109 Rue Froissart on October 23 and October 24 at 18:00. All services will be followed by cocktails. This year, Simchat Torah will fall from the eve of Oct. 23rd till Oct. 25th
Special Children Workshop
Join us for a Sukkah workshop for children from 3 to 12 (parents could join as well). We will learn all about Sukkot and Simchat Torah, sing beautiful songs, and dance with a real Torah! Limited space. Suggested contribution: 15 euro to BE10 3631 6154 0204
Sukkot Festive Meals
The Ohel Eliezer – European Synagogue will organize the Prayer Services during the whole festival. Following the prayer services, lunches will be served at 12:45 under the Sukkah on Oct. 17,18,22 and 24
Break the Fast Cocktail
Join us for a delicious cocktail to break the fast, meet and chat with other community members in a joyous atmosphere.
101 questions to the Rabbi
“There are no bad questions except those not asked!”. Rabbi Levi Garelik, spiritual leader of the European Synagogue, will answer all your questions about Jewish Religion, practice and philosophy. Join us during the Yom Kippur break, from 16:15 to 17:15 and don’t hesitate to tell us what’s in your mind.
Rosh Hashanah Dinner
Welcome the New Year at the Rosh Hashanah dinner with delicious traditional foods, great camaraderie and inspiration for all. Celebrate this special moment, capture the spirit with family and friends at this unique and memorable Community Dinner. Fee: 40 Euros adults – 20 Euros children – 70 Euros Sponsor. Account # BE10 3631 6154 0204. Register below
LeChayim cocktail
In honor of Rosh Hashana, the European Synagogue and the EJCC, would like to invite you to a LeChayim cocktail. Following the Shofar blowing, join us for a buffet-lunch and for the traditional Shana Tova wishes. Suggested contribution of 18 Euro to Account # BE10 36 161540204
Speacial Children Workshop
Join us for a Rosh Hashanah workshop for children from 3 to 12 (parents could join as well). We will learn all about Rosh Hashanah, sing beautiful songs, taste the traditional honey cake, and dip the apple in the honey. Limited space, Registration below Suggested contribution: 15 euro to BE10 36 161540204
Friday Night Live Conference: “EU-US Relations amid presidential elections in the us”
US election season is bringing a great deal of turbulence not only in internal American politics but also in international affairs and in the US-EU relationship. Some political analysts see the Trump phenomena as a test of fire for the values of Democracy. We would like to invite you to a conversation with H.E. Anthony Luzzatto Gardner, U.S. Ambassador to the European Union at 18:00 followed by Shabbat services and a walking dinner.
The Rebbe – Life & Legacy
We would like to invite you on Friday July 8th to a special dinner in honour of the anniversary of the passing of The Rebbe – Rabbi Menachem. M. Schneerson with a talk on “The Rebbe: Life and Legacy.” Dinner will take place at: 20:30 109 Rue Froissart, 1040 Brussels Limited space FREE ENTRANCE – Donations are welcome
Shavuot Spring Party
Dear friends, Yes! spring is here, and beautiful flowers are blooming! Join us on Sunday, June 12, for an unforgettable spring party in honor of Shavuot. 3300 years ago, we received it in mount Sinai, and till this day we live with it and celebrate it. The Torah is what keeps us together, united into one people, and Shavuot is the day to rejoice. We would like to invite you, to the reading of the ten commandments at 11:15 followed by a dairy…
Intercultural dialogue
Visit of the European synagogue by Molenbeek school
The Future of the European Union
Following the recent discussion on the potential withdrawal of the United Kingdom from the European Union we would like to invite you to this conference by: Jonathan Faull, Director-General of the Task Force for Strategic Issues related to the UK Referendum.
Conversation: The Geometry of Freedom – Seudat Mashiach
The Geometry of Freedom Lunch & Conversation Saturday, April. 30th 12:30 Attaining freedom is not merely about leaving a burden and oppression behind; it is about a clear vision of a new paradigm for a better world.
The Seder Pesach 2016
Seder Pesach Friday April 22 20:00 Saturday April 23 21:00 Join us for an unforgettable Freedom Experience during the two Seder nights in our premises; the Sedarim will take place on April 22nd and 23rd. A special “Seder for Kids” will be organised all through the evening. The Hagada will be recited by the participants in Hebrew, French or English and commented by Rabbi Avi Tawil with delightful insights and anecdotes. Seder Fee: 90 Euros Sponsors – 45 Euros Adults – 25 Euros Children under…