Szentendre’s Jewish House at 2000 Szentendre, Patriarch Street (Pátriarka utca) 6, is rolling out a year of spirited community life in 2026. The center, home to a synagogue and a vibrant cultural hub, brings together strands of Jewish religious practice, learning, creativity, and food into one warmly buzzing lifestyle space. Every gathering is different, hands-on, and delicious—come ready to chat, craft, learn lightly, and snack happily.
February 22 – Snow, Glow, and Go
“Good times, bad times? The hora goes on!” (“Jóra, búra? Megy a hóra!”) sets the tone for a playful pre-holiday get-together. Expect easy learning, lively conversations, and treats for body and soul. It’s all about preparing for the upcoming holidays, with each session crafted to be one of a kind. Don’t miss it if you can help it.
March 2 – Purim’s Round Table Rebels
Purim crashes in with a fabulous bang. Doors open at 17:45; at 18:00 the Megillah reading begins—with a little extra twist—and everyone’s invited to listen in medieval costume. Then come cocktails—but not the usual modern mixes. What did our forebears drink? We’ll stir and sip to find out. Dress knightly, celebrate loudly: it’s Purim—don’t forget it.
March 15 – Blessing of Candle Lighting, On the Wall
“Blessing for candle lighting? Applied as wall art!” (“Áldás a gyertyagyújtásra? Faliképre applikálva!”) Craft a wall art piece that carries the candle-lighting blessing, folded into another round of pre-holiday prep with snacks, light study, and friendly talk.
March 19 – Baking Together in Szentendre
Food tastes best when it’s made with love—doubly true for festive meals. Every week brings a reason to celebrate—Shabbos arrives every Friday night without fail. Tzivia, the rebbetzin, turns not just dinner but cooking itself into a shared experience in her own carefully kept kitchen. Meet her on Thursday and bake the next day’s delights together.
March 22 – Israeli Breakfast Workshop
The brain burns 20–25% of the body’s energy—so feed the spirit and let the body dine well. This themed cooking class starts with a short study segment led by Tzivia Myers, then dives into culinary adventures and kitchen techniques guided by chef Balázs Sepsi. Register and pay on site; fee: 5,000 USD. Szentendre.
April 19 – Another Tray? Challah Awaits
Pre-holiday crafting and study continue, powered by good food and relaxed conversation—each session uniquely prepared.
May 24 – Home Magic? Kitchen Spice
Transform “home magic” into spice wisdom. More crafting, light learning, and feel-good bites in a relaxed circle.
June 7 – Fusion Foods Workshop
Back to the study-then-cook format, with Tzivia Myers opening and chef Balázs Sepsi leading the hands-on kitchen lab. Register and pay on site; fee: 5,000 USD. Szentendre.
June 14 – Protect Women? Self-Defense!
A buoyant, practical session in the same warm format: prepare for life and upcoming holidays with skills, snacks, and shared learning.
June 18 – June Baking Together
Another Thursday in Tzivia’s kitchen. Bake for Shabbos as a community, savor the process, and share the results. Organizer: Tzivia Myers.
The organizers reserve the right to change dates and programs.
