Capital Calendar: July 29-August 5

Yelena and Vladimir Karchakovsky will play the accordion with the Jerusalem Festival Orchestra under the baton of Vladimir Breshvitz: the concert will include Vivaldi, Bach, and jazz numbers from all areas.

By JERUSALEM POST STAFF
Musical gems (photo credit: Courtesy)
Musical gems
(photo credit: Courtesy)
Information on events in and around Jerusalem may be submitted to INJERUSALEMEVENTS@GMAIL.COM, or mailed to In Jerusalem, PO Box 81, 91000 Jerusalem. Please indicate “Capital Calendar” clearly on all submissions. The deadline for submissions is THURSDAY, 8 DAYS PRIOR TO PUBLICATION AT 4 P.M. Events are in English unless otherwise noted.
FRIDAY 29
MUSIC
Yehuda Ledgley – Doom-Folk. Ledgley will be performing original songs, peppered with an occasional cover tune, with his latest power trio. • 2:30 p.m. in the Valley of the Cross, behind the monastery. Free.
The Apples – Hatapuchim are back for performances in Israel before going out on tour to Europe’s finest festivals.
The show will include old tunes, along with new ones. • 10 p.m. at the Yellow Submarine, 13 Rehov Harechavim. Info: and reservations: 679-4040. NIS 60/65/70.
Urban Beach Party – DJs Oren Sesta Naim and Roi Moalem will be your lifeguards at the artificial Jerusalem beach. Trucks will unload yellow sand, and Alrov Mamilla Avenue will become a lively beach with matkot, backgammon, beach chairs, watermelons and popsicles. • Noon on Alrov Mamilla Avenue. Info: www.young-city.co.il. Free.
Ala Esh – Israeli rock and groove. • 11 p.m. at Blaze Bar, 14 Hillel St. (entrance from Rehov Darom, the continuation of Rehov Hillel, across from Dublin). Info: 054-549-0690. Free.
ART
Summer Time – Group gallery of painting, sculpture and photography created by four fascinating artists: Anita Meir, Rachel Gordon, Miryam Veiner and Hanna Cohen. • Noon at Beit Tzarfat, Admund Y.

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Safra Campus, Hebrew University in Givat Ram. Info and reservations: 566-0192.
CHILDREN
Science Museum Show – “No Imagination” is a show about three boys who come to tour the museum and discover a hidden room each time. They face a challenge posed by the scientist – to imagine. For ages 4-10. In Hebrew. • 1 p.m. at the Bloomfield Science Museum, Museum Blvd. Givat Ram. Info: 654-4888; www.mada.org.il. NIS 20 + entrance fee.
SATURDAY 30
MUSIC
Magical Mystery Tour – A salute to The Beatles.
The show is a magical and mysterious journey through the world of The Beatles and the songs that changed the face of music in the 1960s. • 10 p.m. at the Yellow Submarine, 13 Rehov Harechavim. Info: and reservations: 679-4040. NIS 60/65/70.
Vivaldi – Four Seasons for two accordions with an orchestra.
Yelena and Vladimir Karchakovsky perform with the Jerusalem Festival Orchestra. They will perform Vivaldi, Bach, Argentinean music and jazz. • Noon at the Latrun Monastery. Info and reservation: 535-6954. NIS 80.
Delta – Blues Band. • 10:30 p.m. at Blaze Bar, 14 Rehov Hillel. (entrance from Rehov Darom. the continuation of Hillel, across from Dublin). Info: 054- 549-0690. Free.
DJ Chasidabadi – Music from a wide and colorful world. From the tribes in the deep deserts through the Gypsy Balkans, the Far East and more. • 10 p.m. at Avram Bar-Café, Jaffa Road 97. Info: 077-445-0701. Free.
Maccabeats in Concert – The famous a cappella group from Yeshiva University, the Maccabeats are coming to town. This show is for the whole family. In English and Hebrew. • 10 p.m. at the Gerard Behar Theater, 11 Rehov Bezalel. Info: *6226; 625-1139; www.bimot.co.il.
THEATER
Mahler and More – A one-of-a-kind evening with 12 of the most beloved songs of Gustav Mahler. Director and musical direction Alex Cagan; choreography Idan Cohen. With soprano Idit Zamir, dancer Snir Nekar and pianist Sonia Mazar. A translation of the texts will be projected on the screen. • 9 p.m. at the Jerusalem Theater, 20 Rehov Marcus. Info and reservations: 623- 7000; *6226; www.bimot.co.il. NIS 100.
COMEDY
Baruch Spier & David Kilimnick – Jerusalem Blend. Kilimnick hosts some of Jerusalem’s top talents. Line-up may change and other comedians may be added. • 10 p.m. at the Off The Wall Comedy Basement, 34 Ben-Yehuda (corner of King George, down the stairs, near Hamashbir). Info and reservations: 050-875-5688. NIS 40/50 (includes a free drink).
ART
William Kentridge: Five Themes – The presentation features nearly 100 works in a variety of mediums, including drawing, print, animation, theatrical design, books and sculpture, and is structured around five primary themes that have engaged Kentridge over the course of his career. • Call for exact times. The Israel Museum, Jerusalem. Info: 677-1300; 670-8935.
CHILDREN
Night at the Museum – An adventurous family tour of the museum galleries, following the sun’s night journey in ancient Egypt. Ideal for ages 7-12. In Hebrew. • 8 to 9 p.m. at the Bible Lands Museum, 25 Rehov Avraham Granot. Info: 561-1066; contact@blmj.org. NIS 20/35 (free admission for ages under 18 through August).
Peter and the Wolf – The show combines marionettes and shadows in a small wooden theater. Children will actively participate at the end of the show. Ages 4 and up. In Hebrew. • 11 a.m. at the Train Theater, Liberty Bell Park, Jabotinsky St. Info: 561- 8514. NIS 30.
SUNDAY 31
MUSIC
Uri Cohen – Psychedelic jam. • 10 p.m. at Blaze Bar, 14 Hillel St. (entrance from Rehov Darom, the continuation of Rehov Hillel, across from Dublin). Info: 054-549-0690. Free.
TALKS
Rosh Hodesh Av – Two visions of community in the book of Bamidbar, with Rabbi Dr. Yitzchak Brietowitz. • 6 p.m. at Beit Bnei Rachel, Rachel Tomb Complex, Beit Lehem. Info: 054-224-2649; rachelschildren@gmail.com.
Agnon on the Balcony – Summer Sunday Activities at the Agnon House. Dramatized reading of Agnon’s stories followed by discussion. Coffee and cookies on the balcony. For all ages. • 4 p.m. at 16 Rehov Klausner, Talpiot. Info and reservations: 671- 6498. NIS 25.
TOURS
Rehavia – Saturday morning walking tours conducted by the Jerusalem Development Authority. • 10 a.m.at Safra Square, 20 Jaffa Road. Info: 106; 671-5288. Free.
CHILDREN
Kiftzuba – Every day of the week you can enjoy the many attractions of Kiftzuba Park. • Open 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday to Thursday and Shabbat at Kibbutz Tzuba. Info: 534-7952; www.kiftzuba.co.il. NIS 22/39/45/64.
Look What a Bit of Color Can Do – Learn about the importance and significance of color in works of art and try your hand at a number of activities. Ages 7 and up. • Call for exact times. The Israel Museum, Jerusalem (in the Youth Wing Activity Yard). Info: 677-1300; 670-8935. NIS 25/30.
Journey to Faraway Lands – Participants receive a passport, postcards and stamps to share their impressions of the journey throughout the museum world. Ages 5 and up. • Noon to 2:30 p.m. (Sunday through Friday) at the Israel Museum, Jerusalem. Info: 677- 1300; 670-8935. NIS 10/15.
MONDAY 1
MUSIC
Shelana Ala’ich & DJkusmus – Original songs in Hebrew. Folk and Oriental pop. Now working on their first album. Later, the DJ will up the beat with music from all over the world, especially Africa. • 8 p.m. and 10 p.m. at Avram Bar-Café, 97 Jaffa Road. Info: 077-445-0701. NIS 30/40.
Women’s-Only Karaoke – Monday is girls’ night out. Join the Jewels of Jerusalem in karaoke. • 7 p.m. at the Off The Wall Comedy Basement, 34 Ben- Yehuda (corner of King George, down the stairs, near Hamashbir). Info and reservations: 050-875-5688. Drink minimum purchase of NIS 15.
Ilia & Friends – Blues and jazz. Open mic after the show. • 10 p.m. at Blaze Bar, 14 Rehov Hillel (entrance from Rehov Darom, the continuation of Hillel, across from Dublin). Info: 054-549-0690. Free.
COMEDY
Weekly Comedy & Poetry Open Mic – All performances welcome. Share in the development of Jerusalem-based expression. • 11 p.m. at the Off The Wall Comedy Basement, 34 Ben-Yehuda (corner of King George, down the stairs, near Hamashbir). Info and reservations: 050-875-5688. One drink minimum purchase.
TALKS
If You Think the Arab World Is in Crisis Now, You Ain’t Seen Nothing Yet – Part 2, Syria. With Jim Lederman, political and economic analyst. • 8 p.m. at the Fuchsberg Center for Conservative Judaism, 8 Rehov Agron. Info: 625-8386 Ext. 4. NIS 20 (donation).
Av: On Transition and Separation – Three lectures with Dalik Wolinitz. At the height of the summer is a distinct transition point in the lives of every Israeli: the August draft. For others, this is the time when they make their big trip, or it marks the end of exams. This is an evening of ends that are also beginnings. In Hebrew. • 8 p.m. at Beit Avi Chai, 44 King George Avenue. Info and reservations: 621-5900. Free (subject to available space).
TOURS
Synagogues of the Old City – A fascinating tour of the synagogues of the Jewish, Muslim and Christian Quarters of the Old City with tour guide Barnea Selavan. • 3 p.m. Info and reservations: 052-734-6326 (Liat); synartres@gmail.com. NIS 130 or NIS 100 for SAR members.
Tour with Jack: Ir David, the City of David – A guided tour with licensed guide Jack Cadranel. • 9.30 a.m. at the ticket office of the Ir David visitors’ center.
Advance registration is required: 054-647-8955; tourwithjack@gmail.com. NIS 60 + NIS 32 site fees.
CHILDREN
Ein Yael – Ein Yael is a wonderful outdoor museum in Jerusalem. Learn to bake pita, weave baskets, make pottery and more. This museum is only open during the week in the summer, so take advantage of it. In Hebrew. • 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Ein Yael, Malha. Info: 645-1866; www.einyael.co.il. NIS 35/40.
Care Bear Festival – See the Care Bears at the Malha Mall. Activities include art workshops, games and fun. In Hebrew. • 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. at Malha Mall. Info: 679-1333. Free.
Garden Storytime – Hatzagan storytime theater in the park takes place every Monday in the Katamon/German Colony/Talbiyeh neighborhoods. In Hebrew. • 5 p.m. at San Simon Park. Info: 566-4144. Free.
TUESDAY 2
MUSIC
Batsir 76 – Happy, simple working people doing Israeli folk-rock. Prepare for a warm performance. • 10 p.m. at Avram Bar-Café, Jaffa Road 97. Info: 077- 445-0701. Free.
Open Mic with Mike Perry – All performers welcome. Enjoy late-night professional and amateur singing with your friends. • 9:30 p.m. at the Off The Wall Comedy Basement, 34 Ben-Yehuda (corner of King George, down the stairs, near Hamashbir). Info and reservations: 050-875-5688. One drink minimum purchase.
Atlantica – Israeli rock. • 10 p.m. at Blaze Bar, 14 Rehov Hillel. (entrance from Rehov Darom, the continuation of Hillel, across from Dublin). Info: 054- 549-0690. Free.
ART
Gallery Talk – Muslims and Crusaders with exhibition curator Na’ama Brosh in the Permanent Archaeology Exhibition. • 7 p.m. at The Israel Museum, Jerusalem. Info: 677-1300; 670-8935. Free with museum admission.
TOURS
Religions of Abraham Day Tour – Encounters with religious leaders: a Jewish rabbi, a Christian priest and a Muslim sheikh in their homes in east and west Jerusalem. • 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Abraham Hostel in Davidka Square, 67 Rehov Hanevi’im Info and registration: 050-671-0087; jerusalem.peacemakers@gmail.com. NIS 140.
CHILDREN
Ein Yael – See Monday’s listings.
Summer Fun at the Tower of David – Explore the Tower of David this summer and the new “Letters and More” exhibition. In Hebrew. For ages 6-12. • 10:30 a.m. at the Tower of David, Jaffa Gate, Old City. Info and reservations: 626-5333. NIS 25/35.
Care Bears Festival – See Monday’s listings.
WEDNESDAY 3
MUSIC
Tarantina – This Jerusalem all-female band does indie rock in Hebrew. • 9:30 p.m. at Avram Bar-Café, Jaffa Road 97. Info: 077-445-0701. NIS 20/30.
COMEDY
Stand-up Marathon of Jerusalem with Open Mic – Host Edan Mizrachi takes the new comedians of Israel to the stage. In Hebrew. • 10:30 p.m. at the Off The Wall Comedy Basement, 34 Ben-Yehuda (corner of King George, down the stairs, near Hamashbir). Info and reservations: 050-875-5688. NIS 20.
FILMS
Jewish Sages of Spain – Abraham Ibn Ezra. Distinguished writer from the Golden Age of Spanish Jewry. The story of this famous philosopher, poet, scientist and Bible commentator living in exile, and his search for inner truth and God. In Hebrew with English subtitles. • 7:30 p.m. at the Bible Lands Museum, 25 Rehov Avraham Granot. Info: 561-1066; contact@blmj.org. Free with museum admission. NIS 20-NIS 40.
TALKS
Weekly Classes since 2003 – Atara Gur on Rachel Imeinu, scholar and author. Nechama Sarah G. Nadborny, author of The Twelve Tribes of Israel • 11 a.m. at Beit Bnei Rachel, Rachel Tomb Complex, Beit Lehem (via 10 a.m. Egged bus #163). Info: 054-224- 2649; rachelschildren@gmail.com.
TOURS
Tour with Jack: Jerusalem of the Second Temple – Herodian mansions and Southern Wall excavations. A tour with licensed guide Jack Cadranel. • 9.30 a.m. at the bus stop by the Jewish Quarter parking lot. Advance registration is required: 054-647-8955; tourwithjack@ gmail.com. NIS 60 + NIS 45 site fees.
CHILDREN
Ein Yael – See Monday’s listings.
Mother and Baby Activity – Bring your baby to Malha Mall for a special mother and baby activity just outside Shilav. In Hebrew. • 11 a.m. at Malha Mall.Info: 679-1333. Free.
Storytime at the Museum – Enjoy a story at the Israel Museum Library. In Hebrew. • Noon at the Israel Museum, Ruppin Blvd. Museum Row. Info: 670-8963. Free with museum admission.
Night at the Museum – See Saturday’s listings.
THURSDAY 4

MUSIC

Singing on the Boulevard – Ilana Katz will emcee the evening and lead the crowd in a sing-along. • 8:30 p.m. on Alrov Mamilla Avenue (amphitheater in the center of the boulevard). Info: 636-0028; 636- 0000. Free.
Jain Trio – Rock party. • 10:30 p.m. at Blaze Bar, 14 Rehov Hillel. (entrance from Rehov Darom, the continuation of Hillel, across from Dublin). Info: 054- 549-0690. Free.
The Blues Messengers – A tribute show to the legendary Pink Floyd with songs from all eras and all albums. This show has been presented across the country for eight years.• 9:30 p.m. at Avram Bar-Café, 97 Jaffa Road. Info: 077-445-0701. 50/55/65.
THEATER

Pursue Justice – Avram, a farmer and rescue squad member in the Judean desert, waits in ambush for the murderer of his son, Yitzchak, on a cold desert night to fulfill his promise to avenge his son’s blood. During the ambush, Avram experiences a surprising journey full of twists and turns. This universal and very human play addresses the meaning of the other and of existence. In Hebrew. • 8:30 p.m. at Beit Avi Chai, 44 King George Avenue. Info and reservations: 621-5900. NIS 30/60.
COMEDY
David Kilimnick – The Aliyah Monologues. Kilimnick spits the details of Israel at you from all directions, in rant form. If you want to remain dry, don’t sit in the front row. • 8:30 p.m. at the Off The Wall Comedy Basement, 34 Ben-Yehuda (corner of King George, down the stairs, near Hamashbir). Info and reservations: 050-875-5688. One drink minimum purchase.
TALKS
Eicha – The tragedies of walled and unwalled cities, 1300s to the present, with Rabbi Dr. Joseph Klausner. • 6 p.m. at Beit Bnei Rachel, Rachel Tomb Complex, Beit Lehem. Info: 054-224-2649; rachelschildren@gmail.com.
The Strength of the Jewish Women – With Devorah Mantel. • 10 a.m. at Beit Bnei Rachel, Rachel Tomb Complex, Beit Lehem (via 9 a.m. Egged bus #163). Info: 054-224-2649; rachelschildren@ gmail.com.
Memory and Representation: From the Fall of the Temple to Modern Terror – A talk by Naftali Moses, author of the memoir Mourning under Glass, Reflections on a Son’s Murder. • 8 p.m. at Mizmor L’David, 2 Nachum Shadmi, the Payis/Tzofim building, corner of Efrata and Giladi in Old Talpiot\Arnona. Info: mizmorledavid@gmail.com. NIS 25 (donation).
See the Light of the Third Day of Creation: Strategies to Heal Our Eyes – With Shoshana Harrari, author and composer, natural health counselor and teacher of classes on health and nutrition. • 8 p.m. at the Orthodox Union Israel Center, 22 Keren Hayesod. Info: 566-7787; http://lowellgallin.com.
CHILDREN
Ein Yael – See Monday’s listings.
Summer at the Tower of David – See Tuesday’s listings.
Community Gardening Nature Museum – The Nature Museum Garden has gardening activities for children and adults for free every Thursday afternoon. It’s a beautiful place and has a lovely atmosphere of volunteering. In Hebrew and English. • 4 p.m. at 6 Rehov Mohliver, German Colony. Info: 563- 1116. Free.
Yuval Hamebulbal – Live show with Yuval Hamebulbal at Malha Mall. In Hebrew. For ages 10 and under. • 6 p.m. at Malha Mall. Info: 679- 1333. Free.
FRIDAY 5

MUSIC

Bigger Than Cleveland – Original funk. • 11 p.m. at Blaze Bar, 14 Rehov Hillel (entrance from Rehov Darom. the continuation of Hillel, across from Dublin). Info: 054-549-0690. Free.
Nino Biton – Special performance of a singer, oud and banjo player who performs Andalusian music with accompanying musicians. • 2 p.m. at Avram Bar-Café, 97 Jaffa Road. Info: 077-445-0701. Free.
COMEDY
Kalabat Shabbat – Jackie Levy and the Incubator gang present incisive humor and commentary. News, affairs and bypasses in the weekly portion. In Hebrew. • 12 p.m. at Beit Avi Chai, 44 King George Avenue. Info and reservations: 621-5900. NIS 20/40.
CHILDREN

Science Museum Show: No Imagination – A show about three boys who tour the museum and discover a hidden room each time. They face a challenge posed by the scientist – to imagine. For ages 4-10. In Hebrew. • Noon at the Bloomfield Science Museum, Museum Blvd. Givat Ram. Info: 654-4888; www.mada.org.il. NIS 20 plus entrance fee.
FYI
Let's Talk: ESRA Modi’in – Hebrew and English social conversation meetings for language improvement. Brenda Brett - English coordinator and Riki Rafaely - Hebrew coordinator. • Info: (054) 534-6857 (Riki); brendagrbrett@gmail.com. FREE.
ESRABOOKS Modi’in – Secondhand bargain bookshop in English and Hebrew. Books for all ages. • Open daily: 10-1 p.m. Tuesday: 6-9 p.m. and Thursday: 4-7 p.m. at Azrieli Mall, Modi’in (first parking level, end of Row 18). Info: (08) 634-6528. All proceeds for tzedaka.
Ceramic Workshop – Create your own original, unique, and usable ceramic pieces in the studio of the artist Sarah Shuraki. Learn different techniques and the art of glazing. The workshop also sells artistic pieces and unique original gifts. Recommended calling before arrival. • 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. at 26 Rehov Haportzim. Info: (052) 471-1813; http://SaramicArt.com.
Organizational Coach – Sick of the mess? Feeling helpless to cope with the chaos? Want to get some control over your home, office, your life? You can do it - with an Organizational Coach. • Info: 050- 6385104; ellens@014.net.il.
Ulpan Eretz Tova – A new Ulpan in Jerusalem, where you can learn Hebrew, the holy language, its inner spiritual secrets and capacity to bring joy and shalom. • Sunday, Monday and Thursday 09:00-13:00 and 16:00-19:00 at 6 Beit Tzur Street, Nahlaot, Jerusalem. Info: 538-3541; (052) 259-4513