Editor’s note: Due to the ongoing security situation, events listed below may be postponed or canceled. Check before booking, and stay safe.
FRIDAY, JULY 4
Visit Hansen House and take part in Kaduregel Shefel, a celebration of soccer, fashion, and culture. This free, family-oriented event includes music by DJ Offer Lerer and beers at Cleopatra, the performance space on the building’s upper floor.
10 a.m. to 3 p.m. 2 Dubnov Street
SATURDAY, JULY 5
Enjoy a performance by singer Bar Rose and guitarist Sharon Sexton as they share music from their new album Sultan’s Pool, at Nocturno.
The slow, often moody and pensive lyrics are an audio voyage from Americana music (“El Rio”) to the pain of living in a troubled land (“Someone Wanted It to Burn”).
Doors open 9:15 p.m.; show starts at 10 p.m. 7 Bezalel Street. NIS 60. For more, visit nocturno.co.il/live.
SUNDAY, JULY 6
Watch the 1985 American black comedy film After Hours. Directed by Martin Scorsese, the film depicts one night in the life of computer data entry worker Paul Hackett (Griffin Dunne) as he attempts to find a little romance in 1980s Soho – and gets a very different experience from what he was seeking.
8 p.m. Cinema by Sam Spiegel, 3 Menora Street. NIS 35. Visit cinema.jsfs.co.il for more information.
MONDAY, JULY 7
Don’t miss Striking the Palace, a recent French comedy film directed by Nessim Hikhaoui about a band of chambermaids who fight for better working conditions. Screened with English and Hebrew subtitles, this is a solid choice for anyone looking for a feel-good movie.
6 p.m. Jerusalem Theatre, 20 Marcus Street. NIS 42. Call (02) 560-6755 to book.
TUESDAY, JULY 8
Enjoy the 1968 film The Odd Couple, a timeless comedy/drama starring two great actors who play the main characters: the messy Oscar Madison (Walter Matthau), and his neurotically neat apartment mate Felix Unger (Jack Lemmon).
Directed by Gene Saks, the film is a treasured classic and is being screened as part of a tribute to Lemmon at the Jerusalem Cinematheque.
6 p.m. 11 Hebron Road. NIS 43. Call (02) 565-4333 to reserve.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 9
Get back in shape (or offer a gift workout) in a private Pilates session in English with instructor Rena Lerner. Her Jerusalem-based classes can be a great way to make a small, positive change in this ever-shifting world.
NIS 85. Send a WhatsApp text message to Lerner at +1 (443) 220-2767 to book.
THURSDAY, JULY 10
Enjoy The Beatles’ timeless music under the stars at the city’s own Beatles Festival in Kfar Shaul, near the Har Nof neighborhood. The Fridge Magnets (Ben Druce, Avi Geldman, and Tzvi Gordon) will be among the bands performing classic rock at this fun, alcohol-free, family-oriented event.
NIS 55. Chairs are provided. Patrons may bring their own food and beverages but are asked not to bring glass bottles. For more information, call Tracy at 054-810-8018.
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