From 22 January to 13 December 2026 at the mahJ
A double graphic work by the artist, Jim d’Etterbeek is the title of a monumental work drawn during the Occupation in Brussels, consisting of more than five thousand drawings by Chaïm-Charles Kaliski (1929-2015). Born into a Jewish family in Brussels, his father was arrested in 1944, while the rest of the family managed to hide during the Holocaust. In 1989, at the age of 60, deeply affected by this period, Chaïm spent 18 years drawing his family history, producing thousands of drawings. This approach is reminiscent of that of the great Will Eisner, who returned to drawing after the death of his daughter and created the first graphic novel.
Chaïm Kaliski. « Jim d’Etterbeek » | Musée d’art et d’histoire du Judaïsme
21 January 2026 at 7 p.m. at the mahJ
Chaïm Kaliski’s drawings are a moving chronicle of a Jewish childhood and an infinitely accurate account of the Jews of Brussels during the Occupation. The author began this work in 1989, at the age of 60. Joël Kotek and Laurence Schram, scientific advisors for the exhibition, and William Henne, publisher (La 5e Couche), will present Chaïm Kaliski’s work and career during this conference hosted by Jonathan Hayoun.
Rencontre : Chaïm Kaliski. « Jim d’Etterbeek » | Musée d’art et d’histoire du Judaïsme
Every Wednesday from 10am to noon at JEM Beaugrenelle
Michel d’Anastasio, a Hebrew calligrapher, teaches this art to participants who wish to register for these sessions. He helps them master the art of letter drawing and then create aesthetic compositions with words.
Ateliers de calligraphie hébraïque – Judaïsme En Mouvement
8 February 2026 at 5 p.m. at the JEM Copernic Synagogue
The Copernic Choral Ensemble presents a programme combining two powerful works from the choral repertoire: Camille Saint-Saëns’ Le Déluge, in its version for four soloists, choir and piano, and Aharon Harlap’s Magnificat, written for two soloists, choir and piano. The concert is conducted by Thomas Tacquet, with Flore Merlin on piano, accompanied by soloists Hermione Bernard, Camille Taos Arbouz, Antoine Ageorges and Frédéric Albou.
Concert de l’ensemble choral Copernic – Judaïsme En Mouvement
3 February 2026 at 8 p.m. at the Medem Centre
As part of Medem Tuesdays, Hélène Wiesenfeld (Medem Centre Culture Committee) and Véronique Angel (President of Licra Paris) welcome Joël Kotek, President of the Jonathas Institute, which fights against anti-Semitism. Joël Kotek will present the very worrying situation for Jews in Belgium in the face of rising anti-Semitic acts, boycotts and calls for hatred, both in political and cultural circles.
21 January 2026 at 6:30 p.m. at the IUMAT
This evening event will give participants an opportunity to learn about the life, thinking and influence of this great intellectual and founder of the Amitié judéo-chrétienne de France (Jewish-Christian Friendship of France). Entitled Le siècle de Jules Isaac: amitiés, affinités, héritages (The Century of Jules Isaac: Friendships, Affinities, Legacies), published by Éditions Cerf, the book includes the proceedings of the symposium held in Montpellier on 5 and 6 September 2023. With the participation of professors from Montpellier Paul Valéry University: Roland Andreani, Christian Amalvi, Michel Fourcade, Carol Iancu and Pierre-Yves Kirschleger.
Présentation des Actes du Colloque Jules Isaac – IUMAT
1 February 2026 at 3 p.m. at the Jewish Cultural Association of Nancy
The author, who was notably Director-General of the OSE, will present this book compiling the writings of his father, Alter Fajnzylberg, who was imprisoned in Auschwitz from April 1942 to January 1945. His father wrote these texts upon his arrival in France after the liberation of the camps, in order to bear witness to what he had seen and experienced. Roger Fajnzylberg translated them from Polish to French and contextualised them with the help of historian Alban Perrin.
Association Culturelle Juive de Nancy – maison ouverte des cultures juives
16 February 2026 at the Drancy Memorial
This temporary exhibition traces the stages of the end of the war, from the discovery of the camps by the Allied armies to the repatriation of deportees and attempts at reconstruction, as well as the gradual realisation of the reality of the Nazi concentration camp system and the need to bring the perpetrators of these crimes to justice. Numerous testimonies from survivors are presented, along with their life stories.
Mémorial de la Shoah | Boutique en ligne
29 January 2026 at 6.30 p.m. at the Museum of Resistance and Deportation in Isère
The bibliographic dictionary devoted to the Maquisards du Vercors will be presented by its author at the Museum. During the evening, he will discuss the 10 years of work required to compile this work, including research, meetings and testimonials. This will provide a better understanding of the challenges of this period and the courage of these men and women.
Maquisards du Vercors – Rencontre avec l’auteur Maurice Bleicher | Portail des Musées
7 February 2026 at 10:30 a.m. at the Montluc National Memorial
On the first Saturday of every month from February to August, the Memorial invites visitors to discover the story of Simone Lagrange (née Kadosche), who was arrested with her parents on 6 June 1944 and interned at Montluc prison. She was only 13 years old when she was deported with her mother to Auschwitz-Birkenau on Convoy 76. A Holocaust survivor, she testified at the trial of Klaus Barbie in 1987. Simone Lagrange passed away on 17 February 2016.
1 March 2026
The CHRD offers an urban tour that gives visitors a better understanding of the key players and issues in Lyon and its region during the Second World War. The historical tour follows in the footsteps of events and takes visitors to symbolic locations from this period. This approach is all the more important given the complexity of the war in Lyon and the need to pass on memories.
20 January 2026 at 7 p.m. at the FSJU Nice
As part of its cultural events, the FSJU is hosting a meeting with Nicole and Bernard Prieur on a theme as old as it is stimulating: the ability to confront different points of view, to enrich each other and to inspire future generations. This is a very interesting approach at a time when opportunities for calm dialogue are dwindling.
15 November 2025 at 5 p.m. at the MJC Monchat in Lyon
La Grande Illusion, one of the major films of the pre-war period, made a lasting impression on audiences thanks to Renoir’s direction, the actors’ formidable performances, and the film’s desire to reconcile the French rather than flatter antagonisms. One of its actors, Sylvain Itkine, a Jew from Lithuania, was deeply involved in popular education and social movements in his daily life. In 1943, he joined the Resistance in Lyon. Denounced, he was arrested and tortured to death in August 1944. A conference-debate will be led by Olivier Barrot on the life of Sylvain Itkine, followed at 8pm by a screening of the film La Grande Illusion.
Action culturelle – MJC Montchat
16 November 2025 at 11 a.m.
This pilgrimage takes place as part of the National Day of Remembrance for the Jewish Martyrs of Belgium. It is coordinated by the Union of Jewish Deportees in Belgium – Daughters and Sons of the Deportation. Buses will be available to transport participants from Antwerp and Brussels.
PELERINAGE NATIONAL A L’ANCIENNE CASERNE DOSSIN A MALINES – La Maison de la Culture Juive
28 October 2025 at 7 p.m. at the CIG
This conference is part of the series of conferences entitled ‘Jerusalem and Babylon: key cities in Jewish history’, with Jacques Lévy, president of the AAA – ORT Anieres. It will allow the public to discover the story of Cyrus, who enabled the Hebrews exiled to Babylon to return to Jerusalem and rebuild their temple there. A symbol of tolerance, Cyrus already embodied the union of Eastern spirituality and Western knowledge.
“Cyrus le Grand, roi de Perse : un destin biblique et prophétique” – Communauté Israélite de Genève
Until 24 October 2025 at the Maribor Library
This travelling exhibition from the Jewish Museum of Galicia is based on Renia Spiegel’s diary and is presented in the original setting of the reading room of the Maribor Library. It presents the life, feelings and experiences of this Polish Jewish teenager who wrote this diary during the Second World War. A precious document that was discovered by Renia Spiegel’s family in 2012.
We need to leave something behind for the world – Sinagoga Maribor
At the Polin Museum
At the heart of this exhibition is Hebrew, of course, from its ancient version to its contemporary Israeli adaptation. But it also covers Yiddish, Ladino and Judeo-Arabic. The aim is to show their differences, influences and similarities according to region and era. These languages are marked by tradition, survival and rebirth. Visitors are immersed in a space surrounded by the letters of these different languages. Dozens of objects, some of them very old, are also on display.
30 November 2025 at 7.30 p.m. at the Portuguese Synagogue
The synagogue is hosting a new candlelit concert in a sumptuous setting that combines history and emotion. Hundreds of candles will be lit, illuminating the notes coming from the instruments throughout this magical night.
Candlelight Concert | Portuguese Synagogue… | Jewish Cultural Quarter
10 December 2025 at 8 p.m. at the Jewish Museum Amsterdam
The museum offers an astonishing immersive experience in different scenarios anticipating what Jewish life could become in the more or less distant future. It addresses issues of identity, violence and fears in the difficult present experienced by Jews in Europe in recent years. An experience inspired by Afrofuturism, a movement of cultural reappropriation of African diasporas.
Judeofuturism | Jewish Cultural Quarter
Until 4 January 2026 at the Rembrandt Museum
This exhibition highlights the sense of belonging in contemporary art through the work of 13 artists. Among them are Sadik Kwaish Alfraji, Arash Fakhim, Foundland Collective, Arjan van Helmond, Gvantsa Jgushia, Polina Medvedeva, Neda Mirhosseini, Olphaert den Otter, Satijn Panyigay, Pris Roos, Maria Roosen, Tian Teng, Pink de Thierry and, of course, the host of this exhibition, Rembrandt. For Rembrandt, everything took place in his home, where he lived, taught his students, received his clients and created his masterpieces.
19 October 2025, 11 a.m., Place de la Résistance, Esch-sur-Alzette
Luxembourg celebrates its National Day of Remembrance, dedicated to commemorating the struggle of the Luxembourgish people during the occupation of 1940-1945. This annual event allows participants to learn more about the country’s history during the Second World War.
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Since 10 September 2025 at the Gaon of Vilna Museum
Samuel Bak, originally from Lithuania, donated numerous works to the museum that bears his name. In his work and his life, he shares his childhood memories, the words of his family, the evils of war and the ravages of humanity, which he fights against with his paintbrushes.
28 October 2025 at the Danish Jewish Museum
Based on the museum’s recent discoveries, the lectures will shed light on Denmark’s long Jewish history, spanning the centuries from the 16th century to the present day. The four lectures on offer are
1. Between tolerance and anti-Semitism. The view of Jews in 1500th and 1600th century Denmark-Norway by Janus Møller Jensen
2. From chess player to court tailor by Thomas Egebæk
3. Jewish Patrons 1850-1920 by Sara Fredfeldt Stadager
4. Holiday pictures from the escape – photo albums from Danish Jews’ refugee stay in Sweden 1943-1945 by Signe Bergman Larsen
https://www.jewmus.dk/en/aktuelt/nyhedsvisning/4-nedslag-i-den-nyeste-forskning
23 November 2025 at 11 a.m. at the CCLJ
La Mazal Café brings together hundreds of books and numerous authors for the second edition of this literary fair. In a spirit of sharing and discovery, combining discussions, meetings and book signings. The main themes of this edition are Identity(ies), memory(ies), Jewish culture(s) and citizenship. Conferences are also offered throughout the day.
14 November 2025 at 7 p.m. at the Jewish Community Centre
Every month, Cabaret Milmoul shares its stage with artists to rediscover Hebrew. In a spirit of creativity and exchange, performances encourage words, music and languages to twirl around the stage. The name of the event reflects the mix of languages and cultures that we experience here in Belgium, while also giving a nod to the iconic Belgian dish, mussels and chips – a symbol of an appetite for cultural and artistic diversity.
October 24, 2025 – November 9, 2026 at the Sigmund Freud Museum
This exhibition sheds light on the last months spent by the Freud family in Vienna when the city was under Nazi control following the annexation. It explores how the Freud family fell victim to atrocities, particularly Sigmund’s sisters, thanks in particular to the museum’s recent acquisition of previously unpublished documents. The exhibition also highlights how Austria treated survivors and their tormentors after the war.
Documents of Injustice. The Case of Freud – Sigmund Freud Museum
28 October 2025 at 11:30 a.m. at the National Holocaust Museum
Testimonies and period objects are presented as part of this exhibition to give visitors a better understanding of how the Kristallnacht massacre was carried out on the night of 9 to 10 November 1938. The museum’s educational team accompanies visitors throughout the exhibition.
Family-Friendly Testimony and Object Handling Workshop
4 December 2025 at 7pm at the Manchester Jewish Museum
Continuing the momentum of the first two evenings of this kind, previously organised on the themes of travel and communities, this time the museum invites participants to explore the theme of shared identities among Manchester’s Jewish community. The event will combine personal stories of resilience, rediscovery and courage with the diversity of the neighbourhoods that have welcomed this population.
Manchester Jewish Museum — The Table – An Intimate Dining Experience: Identities
From 17 to 19 April 2026 in Youlgrave, Derbyshire
As they have done every year for many years, klezmer music enthusiasts gather in the spring in the hills of Derbyshire. Amateurs and professionals come together to share music, dance and laughter on local stages for three wonderful days. This event is an opportunity to rediscover both classic klezmer music and its contemporary reinterpretations.
KlezNorth | A festival of Klezmer music, dance and song
28 October 2025 at St Johns Wood Synagogue
A unique evening is being held at the synagogue to give the public the opportunity to discover the immense talent of cantor Netanel Hershtik. Selected pieces reflecting the diversity of the repertoire, ranging from introspection and meditation to virtuosity. He will be accompanied on the evening by New York pianist Eden Ladin.