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SUMMARY:Gaye Turiel: Grieving - A Healing Process
DESCRIPTION:Gaye Turiel: Grieving – A Healing Process\n11:00 Sunday 14 June\n\nGrief is a healthy response to a lousy situation.  It doesn’t matter what or who has been lost – it could be the loss of power over substances or another person.  The issue is powerlessness over life and death\, another person’s feelings or over one’s own behavior.  The topic focuses on the 5 stages of grief and how to deal with them.\n\n\nGaye Turiel\, B Soc Sci (Social Work) NAADAC (CERTIFIED ADDICTIONS COUNSELLOR). Gaye is the MD of a consultancy\, specialising in female and male resilience\, individual\, couple\, family and group interventions.\n\nFor two years she ran a group at AACI on “Aging Gracefully.”\n\nGaye’s husband recently passed away.  This brought the experience of grieving very much into her present life and she wanted to share this with others who may be going through\, or have gone through\, this process.\n\n\n\nMembers Prepaid: NIS 30\nMembers at door and Non-Members: NIS 50 \nPurchase tickets below\, call the box office 09-8330950 (Sunday-Thursday 8:30-12:30) or pay at the door. \nPrepaid tickets available until 08:00 the day of this event. \nNearby Parking: (one block north of Netanya AACI\, approach from the north on Shmuel Hanatziv to turn right into the driveway just before the traffic circle) \nUsing Waze: https://waze.com/ul/hsv8zcjvhf \nUsing Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/teDPagS7GRUi5VzY8
URL:https://netanyaaaci.org.il/event/gaye-turiel-grieving-14june/
LOCATION:Netanya AACI\, 28 Shmuel Hanatziv\, Netanya\, Israel\, 4228132\, Israel
CATEGORIES:Lectures
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Jerusalem:20260607T193000
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SUMMARY:Einat Wilf: The Core Challenges Israel has Avoided for Decades & How Confronting Them Could Fundamentally Reshape the Country's Future
DESCRIPTION:An Evening with Einat Wilf \nThe Core Challenges Israel has Avoided for Decades & How Confronting Them Could Fundamentally Reshape the Country’s Future \n19:30 Sunday 7 June \nNetanya AACI is pleased to welcome back Dr. Einat Wilf\, the internationally recognized thinker on Israel\, Zionism\, foreign policy and education. \nDr. Wilf is the author of seven books that explore key issues in Israeli society\, including “We Should All Be Zionists\,” which examines tough issues related to Zionism and the path to peace. \nAfter Dr. Wilf’s presentation\, there will be an opportunity for the audience to ask questions on a wide range of issues. \nMembers pre-paid NIS 50\nMembers at door and non-members NIS 70 \nPurchase tickets below\, call the box office 09-8330950 (Sunday-Thursday 8:30-12:30) or pay at the door. \nPrepaid tickets available until noon on the day of this event. \nNearby Parking: (one block north of Netanya AACI\, approach from the north on Shmuel Hanatziv to turn right into the driveway just before the traffic circle) \nUsing Waze: https://waze.com/ul/hsv8zcjvhf \nUsing Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/teDPagS7GRUi5VzY8
URL:https://netanyaaaci.org.il/event/wilf-7june/
LOCATION:Netanya AACI\, 28 Shmuel Hanatziv\, Netanya\, Israel\, 4228132\, Israel
CATEGORIES:Lectures
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Jerusalem:20260602T113000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Jerusalem:20260602T113000
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SUMMARY:Memory\, Migration and the Heroism of Ethiopian Jews - Delicious Bagel Brunch & Lecture
DESCRIPTION:Memory\, Migration and the Heroism of Ethiopian Jews\nDelicious Bagel Brunch & Lecture\n11:30 Tuesday 2 June \nRoni Fantanesh Malkai is a lawyer\, media personality and activist for Ethiopian rights. She is the author of “We are Black Jews: Ethiopian Jewry and the Journey to Equality in Israel\,” in which she describes her incredible journey to Israel at the age of two. \nShe has an MA in Public Policy and Government and a law degree\, and has served as a spokeswoman for the Ministry of Welfare and Social Services. \nWe combine this inspirational lecture with a Delicious Bagel Brunch!! \nPrice:\nEarly Bird registration by 28 May\nMembers NIS 75\nNon-members NIS 85 \nRegistration after 28 May and at door\nMembers and non-members NIS 95
URL:https://netanyaaaci.org.il/event/bagels-jun2026/
LOCATION:Netanya AACI\, 28 Shmuel Hanatziv\, Netanya\, Israel\, 4228132\, Israel
CATEGORIES:Lectures,Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Jerusalem:20260531T193000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Jerusalem:20260531T193000
DTSTAMP:20260617T062610
CREATED:20260227T092140Z
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SUMMARY:Aron Heller - Zaidy’s Band: From Fighting Nazis to the Birth of Israel
DESCRIPTION:Zaidy’s Band: From Fighting Nazis to the Birth of Israel\nGuest Speaker: Aron Heller\n19:30 Sunday 31 May \nJoin journalist Aron Heller as he discusses his decade-long journey to uncover his grandfather’s hidden World War II past\, exposing a colourful cast of a Jewish Canadian “band of brothers” along the way. A powerful blend of memoir\, history and mystery\, the book reveals how even the humblest acts of World War II service shaped a generation and left a lasting impact for years to come. These men played key roles in the defining events of their time – fighting against Nazism and contributing to the establishment of Israel. Their voices\, however\, are not mere relics of the past. The dilemmas they faced – faith\, belonging\, courage and sacrifice – continue to resonate today\, shaping the Jewish experience as we confront rising antisemitism and the challenges facing the Jewish state. \nAron Heller is an Israel-based writer and broadcaster\, and the author of the book Zaidy’s Band\, The Untold Stories of a Jewish Band of Brothers in World War II. He focuses on technology storytelling and podcasting and was previously a long-time Associated Press correspondent and journalism lecturer. \nLearn more and order the book at https://aronheller.com/ \nMembers pre-paid NIS 40\nMembers at door and non-members NIS 60 \nPurchase tickets below\, call the box office 09-8330950 (Sunday-Thursday 8:30-12:30) or pay at the door. \nPrepaid tickets available until noon on the day of this event. \nNearby Parking: (one block north of Netanya AACI\, approach from the north on Shmuel Hanatziv to turn right into the driveway just before the traffic circle) \nUsing Waze: https://waze.com/ul/hsv8zcjvhf \nUsing Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/teDPagS7GRUi5VzY8 \n 
URL:https://netanyaaaci.org.il/event/heller-31may/
LOCATION:Netanya AACI\, 28 Shmuel Hanatziv\, Netanya\, Israel\, 4228132\, Israel
CATEGORIES:Lectures
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Jerusalem:20260524T193000
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SUMMARY:Harvey Bordowitz: Legends\, Myths and Folktales
DESCRIPTION:Harvey Bordowitz: Legends\, Myths and Folktales\nMultimedia Music Lecture \n19:30 Sunday 24 May \nFrom Mount Olympus to the Black Forest\, from Scheherazade to Hansel and Gretel and the Wizard of Oz. These are the stories that have formed the folk memory of entire peoples. Meet Sinbad the Sailor\, Orpheus\, the Erl-King\, and even Eliza Doolittle (from My Fair Lady). Hear Schubert\, Weber\, Offenbach\, Mussorgsky and so many more. \nHarvey Bordowitz has been esteemed as one of this country’s most innovative and creative conductors and music directors and has guest-conducted orchestras throughout the world. \nFor over 40 years he has lectured in both Hebrew and English on a vast range of musical topics\, with humour\, erudition and a deep love of music. Harvey’s music lectures are very popular with Netanya AACI members \nMembers pre-paid NIS 50      \nMembers at door and non-Members NIS 70  \nPurchase tickets below\, call the box office 09-8330950 or pay at the door. \nWebsite ticket option available until noon on the day of this event. \nNearby Parking: (one block north of Netanya AACI\, approach from the north on Shmuel Hanatziv to turn right into the driveway just before the traffic circle) \nUsing Waze: https://waze.com/ul/hsv8zcjvhf \nUsing Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/teDPagS7GRUi5VzY8
URL:https://netanyaaaci.org.il/event/bordowitz-legends-24may/
LOCATION:Netanya AACI\, 28 Shmuel Hanatziv\, Netanya\, Israel\, 4228132\, Israel
CATEGORIES:Lectures,Musical Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Jerusalem:20260512T113000
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SUMMARY:Judy Spitzberg: The Marketplace - CANCELLED
DESCRIPTION:Judy Spitzberg: The Marketplace\nCANCELLED \nFor centuries\, the marketplace was a vital forum for socializing and ‘parliamentary’ meet ups\, as well as a venue for news declarations\, drafting documents and of course\, sales and bartering on food and wares. \nArtists\, musicians\, poets and writers such as Pisarro\, Rembrandt\, Stravinsky\, Mussorgsky and Isaac Bashevis Singer\, as well as Israeli Naomi Shemer\, describe these colorful bustling market scenes through their exotic melodies\, vivid paintings\, and powerful words. \nWe will explore the world of markets from Rome to Israel through various periods in history. This talk was inspired by the Jerusalem Museum of Art’s past exhibit called “The Shuk”. \nJudy Spitzberg is a music and arts lecturer and director in several American and Israeli elementary schools\, universities\, orchestras and museums. She is presently teaching ‘English through the Arts’ at Levinsky College. \nMembers Prepaid: NIS 30\nMembers at door and Non-Members: NIS 50 \nPurchase tickets below\, call the box office 09-8330950 (Sunday-Thursday 8:30-12:30) or pay at the door. \nPrepaid tickets available until noon on the day prior to this event. \nNearby Parking: (one block north of Netanya AACI\, approach from the north on Shmuel Hanatziv to turn right into the driveway just before the traffic circle) \nUsing Waze: https://waze.com/ul/hsv8zcjvhf \nUsing Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/teDPagS7GRUi5VzY8
URL:https://netanyaaaci.org.il/event/spitzberg-marketplace-may/
LOCATION:Netanya AACI\, 28 Shmuel Hanatziv\, Netanya\, Israel\, 4228132\, Israel
CATEGORIES:Lectures
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Jerusalem:20260429T120000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Jerusalem:20260429T120000
DTSTAMP:20260617T062610
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SUMMARY:Active Mind\, Active Life: Memory Skills for Seniors
DESCRIPTION:Active Mind\, Active Life: Memory Skills for Seniors \nPresented by: Talia Gittler-Aronowitz\n12:00 Wednesday 29 April \nIn Person and on ZOOM \nTalia will present and discuss research-based strategies and tools for maintaining and improving memory for all ages\, but particularly for seniors. \nTalia is an occupational therapist with 12 years of experience specializing in neurological rehabilitation for adults and seniors. She has extensive experience working on cognitive health\, with a focus on memory\, attention\, and problem-solving. Talia leads cognitive training groups that emphasize practical strategies for everyday life\, and she is passionate about helping older adults remain independent\, engaged\, and confident. \nIf there is sufficient interest\, Talia will lead a weekly Chug at Netanya AACI to help us improve our memory\, attention\, and problem-solving skills. \nMembers pre-paid NIS 30 \nMembers at door and non-members NIS 50 \nPurchase tickets below\, call the box office 09-8330950 (Sunday-Thursday 8:30-12:30) or pay at the door. \nPrepaid tickets available until noon on the day before this event. \nNearby Parking: (one block north of Netanya AACI\, approach from the north on Shmuel Hanatziv to turn right into the driveway just before the traffic circle) \nUsing Waze: https://waze.com/ul/hsv8zcjvhf \nUsing Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/teDPagS7GRUi5VzY8
URL:https://netanyaaaci.org.il/event/memory-skills-2026/
LOCATION:Netanya AACI\, 28 Shmuel Hanatziv\, Netanya\, Israel\, 4228132\, Israel
CATEGORIES:Lectures
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Jerusalem:20260413T110000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Jerusalem:20260413T110000
DTSTAMP:20260617T062610
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SUMMARY:Endurable Powers of Attorney (EPA)\, Wills and What's Between Them
DESCRIPTION:Endurable Powers of Attorney (EPA)\, Wills and What’s Between Them\nPresented by: Gidon Cohen\n11:00 Monday 13 April \nIn Person and on ZOOM \nIn this talk we will: \n\nDefine and differentiate the above legal instruments in layman’s terms\nExplain the many advantages of drawing up an EPA and give practical suggestions of what to include in your EPA\nGo through the many common misconceptions about Wills and common mistakes made in drawing up Israeli Wills\nGive some ideas on how to protect the family assets if the surviving spouse remarries or if your estate will include minors or family members with special needs\n\nThere will be time for questions and answers. \nGidon Cohen is an English-speaking\, Israeli-qualified lawyer practicing for over 35 years specialising\, amongst other fields\, in Wills and EPAs. He has lectured on these and other areas of law both in Israel and overseas. \n Members NIS 25      \nNon-members NIS 35 \nPurchase tickets below\, call the box office 09-8330950 (Sunday-Thursday 8:30-12:30) or pay at the door. \nPrepaid tickets available until noon on the day before this event. \nNearby Parking: (one block north of Netanya AACI\, approach from the north on Shmuel Hanatziv to turn right into the driveway just before the traffic circle) \nUsing Waze: https://waze.com/ul/hsv8zcjvhf \nUsing Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/teDPagS7GRUi5VzY8
URL:https://netanyaaaci.org.il/event/endurable-powers-of-attorney-2026/
LOCATION:Netanya AACI\, 28 Shmuel Hanatziv\, Netanya\, Israel\, 4228132\, Israel
CATEGORIES:Lectures
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Jerusalem:20260316T110000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Jerusalem:20260316T110000
DTSTAMP:20260617T062610
CREATED:20251024T070354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260308T065849Z
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SUMMARY:Living in Israel Series: Advanced Medical Directive aka Living Will
DESCRIPTION:Living in Israel Series\nAdvanced Medical Directive aka Living Will\nPresented by our Counselor Yanina Musnikow\n11:00 Monday 16 March\nProgram in person and on Zoom \nThis document is a free option given by the Ministry of Health. Ensure that your wishes are known\, respected and conform to Israeli law and practice. \nThere will be a question-and-answer period after the presentation. Please join us. \nMembers NIS 25\nNon-members NIS 35 \nPurchase tickets below\, call the box office 09-8330950 or pay at the door. \nPrepaid tickets available until noon the day prior to this event. \nNearby Parking: (one block north of Netanya AACI\, approach from the north on Shmuel Hanatziv to turn right into the driveway just before the traffic circle) \nUsing Waze: https://waze.com/ul/hsv8zcjvhf \nUsing Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/teDPagS7GRUi5VzY8
URL:https://netanyaaaci.org.il/event/living-in-israel-livingwill-march2026/
LOCATION:In Person or on Zoom\, 28 Shmuel Hanatziv\, Netanya\, Israel\, 4228132\, Israel
CATEGORIES:Lectures
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Jerusalem:20260223T101500
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Jerusalem:20260223T101500
DTSTAMP:20260617T062610
CREATED:20251024T070354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260222T085058Z
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SUMMARY:POSTPONED. Living in Israel Series: Cleaners’ Rights
DESCRIPTION:POSTPONED. Living in Israel Series\nCleaners’ Rights\nPresented by our Counselor Yanina Musnikow\n10:15 Monday 23 February\nProgram in person and on Zoom \nThis is a workshop on the employment rights and benefits due to cleaners\, including Bituach Leumi National Insurance\, holiday pay\, pension etc. Be forewarned and know your obligations when hiring a cleaner. \nThere will be a question-and-answer period after the presentation. Please join us. \nOther dates and topics in the series:\nMonday 16 March Advanced Medical Directive aka Living Will\, DNR \nMembers NIS 25\nNon-members NIS 35 \nPurchase tickets below\, call the box office 09-8330950 or pay at the door. \nPrepaid tickets available until noon the day prior to this event. \nNearby Parking: (one block north of Netanya AACI\, approach from the north on Shmuel Hanatziv to turn right into the driveway just before the traffic circle) \nUsing Waze: https://waze.com/ul/hsv8zcjvhf \nUsing Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/teDPagS7GRUi5VzY8
URL:https://netanyaaaci.org.il/event/living-in-israel-cleanersfeb2026/
LOCATION:In Person or on Zoom\, 28 Shmuel Hanatziv\, Netanya\, Israel\, 4228132\, Israel
CATEGORIES:Lectures
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Jerusalem:20260222T193000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Jerusalem:20260222T193000
DTSTAMP:20260617T062610
CREATED:20251205T083415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251207T165958Z
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SUMMARY:Janna Helshtein: The Hidden Branch - A Journey Through Family Secrets
DESCRIPTION:Janna Helshtein: The Hidden Branch – A Journey Through Family Secrets \n19:30 Sunday 22 February \nIn person and on Zoom \nEvery family tree hides a story that was never meant to be told. \nIn this gripping lecture\, a single document ignites a decades-long mystery\, unraveling buried truths and long-lost connections. Follow the path of a teenager whose search for identity turns into a breathtaking saga of discovery\, heartbreak\, and reunion. Step into a world where the past whispers through generations\, secrets surface when least expected and love finds its way back – no matter how deeply it was buried. \nJanna Helshtein is a genetic genealogist and speaker who bridges science and storytelling. Her journey began with two personal searches that transformed her understanding of family\, identity\, and memory\, shaping a career devoted to connecting DNA data with human stories. Over the past decade\, she has delivered hundreds of lectures in Israel and abroad\, guided countless people through life-changing discoveries\, and created educational resources in Hebrew that make genetic genealogy accessible to those in Israel who find English challenging. \nThrough her lectures\, consultations\, and workshops. Janna helps individuals find clarity\, compassion\, and meaning in their results reminding everyone that every DNA test carries a story\, a heart\, and a legacy worth preserving. \nMembers Prepaid: NIS 50\nMembers at door and Non-Members: NIS 70 \nPurchase tickets below\, call the box office 09-8330950 (Sunday-Thursday 8:30-12:30) or pay at the door. \nPrepaid tickets available until noon on the day of this event. \nNearby Parking: (one block north of Netanya AACI\, approach from the north on Shmuel Hanatziv to turn right into the driveway just before the traffic circle) \nUsing Waze: https://waze.com/ul/hsv8zcjvhf \nUsing Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/teDPagS7GRUi5VzY8
URL:https://netanyaaaci.org.il/event/helshtein-22february/
LOCATION:In Person or on Zoom\, 28 Shmuel Hanatziv\, Netanya\, Israel\, 4228132\, Israel
CATEGORIES:Lectures
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Jerusalem:20260210T110000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Jerusalem:20260210T110000
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SUMMARY:Len Goldstone: Massage - Is it Jewish?
DESCRIPTION:Len Goldstone: Massage – Is it Jewish?\n11:00 Tuesday 10 February\n\nMassage has a long and varied history. Its development since biblical times\, if not before\, is a fascinating account of practitioners\, innovations and controversies. During its evolution\, especially in the Western World and Middle East\, Jews were involved in its practice and development. Detailed mentions in the Mishna\, Shulchan Aruch and in the writings of Rashi and the Rambam\, combined with the often hidden history of more modern Jewish practitioners and innovators\, has led Len to ask:  Massage – Is it Jewish?\n\nProfessor Len Goldstone had a busy academic career as Lecturer\, Dean and Full Professor of Applied Statistics at several UK Universities\, plus Visiting Professorships in Ireland and Texas\, US\, specialising in Health Service Research and Medical Audit. He took early retirement in the year 2000\, in order to join the British Ministry of Justice as a Lord Chancellor’s Visitor\, an Independent Advisor to the Judicial System in relation to Powers of Attorney. He finally retired in 2020. \n\nAuthor of several books on Statistics\, his last book took a surprisingly different direction. Essays on Massage History 1750-1950 (published in 2024) is the culmination of Len’s passion for this fascinating subject\, developed during his wife Jennifer’s career as a Nurse and Remedial Masseur.\n\nLen and Jennifer made Aliya from the UK in 2022 and have made Netanya ( and the AACI) their home. Their daughter Catherine Gordon and family live in Modi’in.\n\n\nMembers Prepaid: NIS 30\nMembers at door and Non-Members: NIS 50 \nPurchase tickets below\, call the box office 09-8330950 (Sunday-Thursday 8:30-12:30) or pay at the door. \nPrepaid tickets available until noon the day before this event. \nNearby Parking: (one block north of Netanya AACI\, approach from the north on Shmuel Hanatziv to turn right into the driveway just before the traffic circle) \nUsing Waze: https://waze.com/ul/hsv8zcjvhf \nUsing Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/teDPagS7GRUi5VzY8 \n 
URL:https://netanyaaaci.org.il/event/goldstone-10february/
LOCATION:Netanya AACI\, 28 Shmuel Hanatziv\, Netanya\, Israel\, 4228132\, Israel
CATEGORIES:Lectures
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ORGANIZER;CN="Netanya AACI":MAILTO:info@netanyaaaci.org.il
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Jerusalem:20260208T193000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Jerusalem:20260208T193000
DTSTAMP:20260617T062610
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SUMMARY:Harvey Bordowitz: The Flowers that Bloom in the Spring\, Tra-La!
DESCRIPTION:Harvey Bordowitz: The Flowers that Bloom in the Spring\, Tra-La!\nMultimedia Music Lecture\n19:30 Sunday 8 February \nThe snow has melted\, the earth is reborn and the birds are singing. Let’s join great composers in celebrating the spring with melodious madrigals and music by Schubert\, Haydn\, Respighi\, Schumann and many more. \nHarvey Bordowitz has been esteemed as one of this country’s most innovative and creative conductors and music directors and has guest-conducted orchestras throughout the world. \nFor over 40 years he has lectured in both Hebrew and English on a vast range of musical topics\, with humour\, erudition and a deep love of music. Harvey’s music lectures are very popular with Netanya AACI members \nMembers pre-paid NIS 50      \nMembers at door and non-Members NIS 70  \nPurchase tickets below\, call the box office 09-8330950 or pay at the door. \nWebsite ticket option available until noon on the day of this event.
URL:https://netanyaaaci.org.il/event/bordowitz-spring-8feb/
LOCATION:Netanya AACI\, 28 Shmuel Hanatziv\, Netanya\, Israel\, 4228132\, Israel
CATEGORIES:Lectures,Musical Programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="Netanya AACI":MAILTO:info@netanyaaaci.org.il
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Jerusalem:20260127T193000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Jerusalem:20260127T193000
DTSTAMP:20260617T062610
CREATED:20251205T100117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T135441Z
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SUMMARY:David Nekrutman: Faith\, Politics\, and Partnership - Understanding Christian Support for Israel
DESCRIPTION:David Nekrutman: Faith\, Politics\, and Partnership – Understanding Christian Support for Israel\n19:30 Tuesday 27 January \nIn Person and on Zoom \nDelving into 26 years of dedicated work in Jewish-Christian relations\, David Nekrutman\, Executive Director of The Isaiah Projects\, will share profound insights into the comprehensive Christian support for Israel and its underlying motivations. Discover an insider’s perspective on this expanding movement. Join us on January 27th for this enlightening presentation. \nDavid Nekrutman is an Orthodox Jew who is also an honorary ambassador in Jewish-Christian relations for the State of Israel\, the Jewish adviser to The Chosen and has a Masters in Biblical Literature from Oral Roberts University as well as a Masters in Social Work from the University of Pennsylvania. He lives in Netanya with his wife\, Kalanit\, and three sons\, Jonathan\, Ori and Ariel. \nNetanya AACI will make a donation to his organization\, The Isaiah Projects in lieu of an honorarium (www.theisaiahprojects.com). \nMembers Prepaid: NIS 40\nMembers at door and Non-Members: NIS 60 \nPurchase tickets below\, call the box office 09-8330950 (Sunday-Thursday 8:30-12:30) or pay at the door. \nPrepaid tickets available until noon on the day of this event. \nNearby Parking: (one block north of Netanya AACI\, approach from the north on Shmuel Hanatziv to turn right into the driveway just before the traffic circle) \nUsing Waze: https://waze.com/ul/hsv8zcjvhf \nUsing Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/teDPagS7GRUi5VzY8 \n 
URL:https://netanyaaaci.org.il/event/nekrutman-27january/
LOCATION:In Person or on Zoom\, 28 Shmuel Hanatziv\, Netanya\, Israel\, 4228132\, Israel
CATEGORIES:Lectures
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ORGANIZER;CN="Netanya AACI":MAILTO:info@netanyaaaci.org.il
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Jerusalem:20260119T101500
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Jerusalem:20260119T101500
DTSTAMP:20260617T062610
CREATED:20251024T070354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T072023Z
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SUMMARY:Living in Israel Series: Long-Term Care – Cash or Caregiver
DESCRIPTION:Living in Israel Series\nLong-Term Care – Cash or Caregiver\nPresented by our Counselor Yanina Musnikow\n10:15 Monday 19 January\nProgram in person and on Zoom \nYanina will talk about the Bituach Leumi Long-Term Care Benefit\, including the new cash option\, the process of hiring a Caregiver\, and one’s obligations to the Caregiver. \nThere will be a question-and-answer period after the presentation. \nPlease join us. \nOther dates and topics in the series:\nMonday 23 February Cleaners’ Rights\nMonday 30 March Advanced Medical Directive aka Living Will\, DNR \nMembers NIS 25\nNon-Members NIS 35 \nPurchase tickets below\, call the box office 09-8330950 or pay at the door. \nPrepaid tickets available until noon the day prior to this event.
URL:https://netanyaaaci.org.il/event/living-in-israel-longtermcare-jan2026/
LOCATION:In Person or on Zoom\, 28 Shmuel Hanatziv\, Netanya\, Israel\, 4228132\, Israel
CATEGORIES:Lectures
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ORGANIZER;CN="Netanya AACI":MAILTO:info@netanyaaaci.org.il
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Jerusalem:20260118T193000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Jerusalem:20260118T193000
DTSTAMP:20260617T062610
CREATED:20250723T124522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260101T190528Z
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SUMMARY:Laurence Seeff: Jews in Jazz
DESCRIPTION:Laurence Seeff: Jews in Jazz\n19:30 Sunday 18 January\n\nJazz music took hold at the turn of the 20th century and especially from the 1920s. It emerged from the development of blues and ragtime and\, for more than a half a century\, it reigned supreme. Jews played a major part in the development of jazz as musicians\, composers\, lyricists\, managers\, businessmen and entrepreneurs. Although only a small percentage of the population in general\, Jews had a massively disproportionate influence on jazz.  In this lecture\, no less than 127 people are identified who have contributed to the genre in some way and\, together with narrative and video clips\, the lecture should provide an enlightening history of Jews in jazz.\n\nLaurence Seeff was born in 1951 in London. He studied statistics at Cardiff  University and the first phase of his career was as a statistician at the International Energy Agency (OECD) in Paris. He went on a contract for two years but\, in fact\, stayed for ten! Et oui! He then joined the fledgling Bloomberg Financial Markets\, in London\, as the first European employee when there was a total of just 35 staff (now 23\,000). After two decades\, in a variety of positions\, he became a lecturer in finance at BPP Professional Education in London.\n\nIn addition to his remunerated work\, Laurence served as a magistrate (voluntary lay judge in the criminal courts) for 20 years and has many stories with which to entertain at dinner parties.\n\nLaurence\, and his wife Sara\, made Alyah\, in November 2020\, to join their four children\, and now\, ten grandchildren.  In Israel\, Laurence has involved himself in amateur dramatics and tennis\, is an author\, and has published two books of poetry in 2017 and 2024.  Laurence’s interest in jazz dates back more than 50 years from when he first saw  Terry Lightfoot and his Jazzmen in a pub in Bournemouth. He was smitten.\n\nMembers Prepaid : 30 NIS\nNon-members and Members at the door: 50 NIS\n\nPurchase tickets below\, call the box office 09-8330950 or pay at the door.\nWebsite ticket option available until noon on the day of evening events and until noon the prior day for daytime events.\n\n\nNearby Parking: (one block north of Netanya AACI\, approach from the north on Shmuel Hanatziv to turn right into the driveway just before the traffic circle) \nUsing Waze: https://waze.com/ul/hsv8zcjvhf \nUsing Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/teDPagS7GRUi5VzY8
URL:https://netanyaaaci.org.il/event/seeff-jews-in-jazz-18jan/
LOCATION:Netanya AACI\, 28 Shmuel Hanatziv\, Netanya\, Israel\, 4228132\, Israel
CATEGORIES:Lectures
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ORGANIZER;CN="Netanya AACI":MAILTO:info@netanyaaaci.org.il
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Jerusalem:20260111T193000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Jerusalem:20260111T193000
DTSTAMP:20260617T062610
CREATED:20251205T101404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T101441Z
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SUMMARY:Yaron Hovav: Gaza - From a Pastoral Port City to a Strip of Terror
DESCRIPTION:Yaron Hovav: Gaza – From a Pastoral Port City to a Strip of Terror\n19:30 Sunday 11 January  \nThis is an in-depth lecture exploring the historical development of Gaza — from its early days as a center of trade and a coastal port city to its transformation into a hub of terror under Hamas control. We’ll examine how Gaza and the surrounding region were shaped by Israel’s wars (the War of Independence and the Six-Day War)\, and by political agreements between nations (the Egypt-Israel Peace Treaty and the Oslo Accords). \nYoran will also discuss the Disengagement Plan\, the rise of Hamas\, and finally\, the cultural and geopolitical consequences of October 7th. Combining historical analysis and geopolitical context\, he provides insight into how these developments have influenced public opinion in the region and the West. \nYaron Hovav is a certified Israeli tour guide specializing in geopolitics and in-depth tours of Israel’s borders — including the Gaza border following the events of October 7th\, as well as tours in the West Bank and along the northern border. He is experienced in presenting to both Israeli and international audiences. \nMembers Prepaid: NIS 40\nMembers at door and Non-Members: NIS 60 \nPurchase tickets below\, call the box office 09-8330950 (Sunday-Thursday 8:30-12:30) or pay at the door. \nPrepaid tickets available until noon on the day of this event. \nNearby Parking: (one block north of Netanya AACI\, approach from the north on Shmuel Hanatziv to turn right into the driveway just before the traffic circle) \nUsing Waze: https://waze.com/ul/hsv8zcjvhf \nUsing Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/teDPagS7GRUi5VzY8 \n 
URL:https://netanyaaaci.org.il/event/hovav-11january/
LOCATION:Netanya AACI\, 28 Shmuel Hanatziv\, Netanya\, Israel\, 4228132\, Israel
CATEGORIES:Lectures
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ORGANIZER;CN="Netanya AACI":MAILTO:info@netanyaaaci.org.il
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Jerusalem:20251229T101500
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Jerusalem:20251229T101500
DTSTAMP:20260617T062610
CREATED:20251024T070354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T082354Z
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SUMMARY:Living in Israel Series: Understanding Bituach Leumi\, the National Insurance Institute
DESCRIPTION:Living in Israel Series\nUnderstanding Bituach Leumi\, the National Insurance Institute\nPresented by our Counselor Yanina Musnikow\n10:15 Monday 29 December\nProgram in person and on Zoom \nUnderstanding Bituach Leumi for the new Oleh\, Returning Resident and Seniors. The talk will touch upon Health Coverage\, Pensions\, Long-term Care\, Income Support\, Disability\, Unemployment and who is eligible for coverage. \nThere will be a question-and-answer period after the presentation.\nPlease join us. \nOther dates and topics in the series:\nMonday 26 January Long-Term Care – Cash or Caregiver\nMonday 23 February Cleaners’ Rights\nMonday 30 March Advanced Medical Directive aka Living Will\, DNR \nMembers NIS 25\nNon-Members NIS 35 \nPurchase tickets below\, call the box office 09-8330950 or pay at the door. \nPrepaid tickets available until noon the day prior to this event.
URL:https://netanyaaaci.org.il/event/living-in-israel-bituach-leumi2025/
LOCATION:In Person or on Zoom\, 28 Shmuel Hanatziv\, Netanya\, Israel\, 4228132\, Israel
CATEGORIES:Lectures
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ORGANIZER;CN="Netanya AACI":MAILTO:info@netanyaaaci.org.il
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Jerusalem:20251225T193000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Jerusalem:20251225T193000
DTSTAMP:20260617T062610
CREATED:20250905T130507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251207T124620Z
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SUMMARY:Harvey Bordowitz: Through Fire and Water - A Multimedia Music Lecture
DESCRIPTION:Through Fire and Water \nMultimedia Music Lecture by Harvey Bordowitz \n19:30 Thursday 25 December \nMighty oceans\, erupting volcanoes\, enchanted lakes\, surging rivers\, and fireworks lighting up the skies\, in works by Handel\, Debussy\, Beethoven\, Mozart\, De Falla and many more. \nHarvey Bordowitz has been esteemed as one of this country’s most innovative and creative conductors and music directors and has guest-conducted orchestras throughout the world. For over 40 years he has lectured in both Hebrew and English on a vast range of musical topics\, with humour\, erudition and a deep love of music. Harvey’s music lectures are very popular with Netanya AACI members. \nMembers pre-paid NIS 50      \nMembers at door and non-members NIS 70 \nPurchase tickets below\, call the box office 09-8330950 or pay at the door. Prepaid tickets available until noon the day of this event. \nNearby Parking: (one block north of Netanya AACI\, approach from the north on Shmuel Hanatziv to turn right into the driveway just before the traffic circle) \nUsing Waze: https://waze.com/ul/hsv8zcjvhf \nUsing Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/teDPagS7GRUi5VzY8
URL:https://netanyaaaci.org.il/event/bordowitz-fireandwater-25dec/
LOCATION:Netanya AACI\, 28 Shmuel Hanatziv\, Netanya\, Israel\, 4228132\, Israel
CATEGORIES:Lectures,Musical Programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="Netanya AACI":MAILTO:info@netanyaaaci.org.il
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Jerusalem:20251223T193000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Jerusalem:20251223T193000
DTSTAMP:20260617T062610
CREATED:20250926T071009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251207T070104Z
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SUMMARY:Gavriella Zahtz - Dancing Through the Fire: Finding Joy and Purpose Along the Way: How We Heal Ourselves and Our Nation
DESCRIPTION:Gavriella Zahtz – Dancing Through the Fire: Finding Joy and Purpose Along the Way: How We Heal Ourselves and Our Nation \n19:30 Tuesday 23 December \nJoin Gavriella Zahtz for an unforgettable evening as she shares her journey from being left to die in a nursing home basement\, unable to walk or eat\, to becoming a builder of life\, joy\, and community in Israel. With humor\, candor\, and deep Jewish wisdom\, Gavriella weaves her personal story of survival and aliyah together with the lessons of Torah and the resilience of Am Yisrael. Drawing from her life’s work before\, and her frontline advocacy since\, October 7 she offers practical tools for finding joy\, meaning\, and connection even in times of trauma — and a vision for how we can each take part in rebuilding a stronger\, more hopeful Jewish future. \nGavriella Zahtz is a former startup founder\, national healthcare expert\, and internationally recognized keynote speaker whose career spans multiple ventures\, awards\, and media appearances including CNN\, The Today Show\, and the International Business Times. A survivor of late-stage cancer\, domestic violence\, and a decade in a wheelchair\, Zahtz has spoken on stages around the world—from the Martin Luther King International Beloved Summit to Crowe Health Summit and Centro Comunitario Beth-El in Panama—sharing her experiences to inspire resilience\, purpose\, and joy in the face of trauma. Following the October 7\, 2023 atrocities\, she pivoted to serve Israel\, organizing humanitarian missions\, supporting farmers\, and now running volunteer initiatives in Netanya for reservist families. \nThrough her writing for the Times of Israel\, her Substack Dear Chevra\, and her social media\, Zahtz combines personal storytelling with actionable lessons from Torah\, Jewish life\, and leadership to guide audiences in healing themselves and strengthening their communities. \nMembers Prepaid: 40 NIS \nMembers at the Door and Non-members: 60 NIS \nPurchase tickets below\, call the box office 09-8330950 or pay at the door. \nPrepaid tickets for this event are available until noon on the day of the event. \nNearby Parking: (one block north of Netanya AACI\, approach from the north on Shmuel Hanatziv to turn right into the driveway just before the traffic circle) \nUsing Waze: https://waze.com/ul/hsv8zcjvhf \nUsing Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/teDPagS7GRUi5VzY8 \n 
URL:https://netanyaaaci.org.il/event/gavriella-zahtz-dec2025/
LOCATION:Netanya AACI\, 28 Shmuel Hanatziv\, Netanya\, Israel\, 4228132\, Israel
CATEGORIES:Lectures
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ORGANIZER;CN="Netanya AACI":MAILTO:info@netanyaaaci.org.il
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