Campaign: Creating Community Together
2026-11-20 08:00 (Asia/Jerusalem) | Netanya AACI, 28 Shmuel Hanatziv, Netanya, Israel, 4228132, Israel
Creating Community Together
Dear Friends,
After what has been a very difficult time since the war with Iran began on 28th February, we find ourselves reflecting with deep gratitude on the strength of our community and the generosity of people like you. Because of your support, our mission continues to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve.
Every achievement this year—every programme delivered, every person reached, every challenge overcome—has been possible because our members believe in what we can accomplish together. Your commitment is the foundation of everything we do.
As we look ahead, we know there is still important work to be done. The needs of our community continue to grow, and with your help, we can respond with compassion, innovation, and hope.
Today, we invite you to make a special gift to support our annual campaign. Every contribution, regardless of size, helps us continue our mission and expand our impact. Your donation is more than financial support—it is an investment in our shared values and a vote of confidence in the future we are building together.
If you are able, please consider making a gift before the end of the year. Your generosity will help ensure that we can continue serving our community with strength and purpose in the months ahead.
Most importantly, thank you for being part of this remarkable community. Your encouragement, participation, and generosity inspire us every day. We are honoured to have you alongside us as we continue this journey together.
With heartfelt gratitude,
Natalie Green
Campaign Co-ordinator
Netanya AACI

P.S. Every gift makes a difference. If you have already made your contribution, thank you. If not, we hope you will consider making a donation today and helping us continue this important work.

Yoga/Qigong - with Dr. Lisel Badach
2026-11-19 10:00 | Netanya AACI, 28 Shmuel Hanatziv, Netanya, Israel, 4228132, Israel
Yoga/Qigong – with Dr. Lisel Badach
10:00 Thursdays
Open your channels and free your energy while practicing a harmonious blend of Yoga and Chi Kung that will bring about the benefits of both in a synergetic effect: spontaneously developing within you the talent of easily combining serenity and alertness, and creating a more meaningful life.
Dr. Lisel Badach, Physician MD, has practiced privately and in hospitals in Paris, UMDNJ USA, and Haifa. She acquired certifications and licences in many kinds of alternative medicine approaches including meditation, massage, shiatsu, healing of the soul, psychology, etc.
Members NIS 30 per session Non-members NIS 60 per session
Pay at the door.

Exercises for Women with Orly Sasson
2026-11-19 08:30 - 09:30 | Netanya AACI, 28 Shmuel Hanatziv, Netanya, Israel, 4228132, Israel
Exercises for Women
with Orly Sasson
8:30 – 9:30 Thursdays
Orly Sasson is proud of all the ladies who continued with her exercise class during the lockdown. She now invites new members to join her osteoporosis-prevention class. Every Thursday, you can enjoy exercising to music and a peaceful meditation at the end of each lesson.
Orly’s lessons emphasize the importance of positive thinking and relaxation after exercise. Classes are accompanied by soothing music.
Members: NIS 50 per lesson payable at the lesson
Non-members: NIS 100 per lesson payable at the lesson

Drama Group
2026-11-18 18:00 | Netanya AACI, 28 Shmuel Hanatziv, Netanya, Israel, 4228132, Israel
Drama Group
18:00 Wednesdays
The Drama Group is resuming rehearsals on Wednesdays at 18:00. In order to continue with this fun project, we need the following help:

Stage, Props, Lighting, Sound Managers
Scenery Producer including development and construction
Publicity channels
Makeup artist
And of course we need actors!

All those who think they can contribute to this project, please contact Yael at:
Yrahum6@gmail.com
NIS 50 per week payable monthly. Pay at the box office.

Pilates - with Norman Kotler
2026-11-18 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-11-15 14:00 - 15:00 | In Person or on Zoom, 28 Shmuel Hanatziv, Netanya, Israel, 4228132, Israel
Pilates – with Norman Kotler
14:00 Sundays and 16:00 Wednesdays.
NEW: Sundays do not include floor Pilates
Live and on Zoom – contact box office to register for Zoom 09-8330950
The sessions are designed to improve your flexibility, strength, balance and posture. Both women and men are welcome. The exercises are fun, no-impact and easy to learn. The source of many of the exercises is the Pilates method, but Norman uses an integrative approach with exercises from various disciplines and utilizing accessories such as weights and resistance bands. No experience with Pilates is necessary.
Norman has been involved with Pilates and yoga for many years and is a qualified Pilates mat instructor.
You can bring your own mat or a towel to cover the mats in the social hall.
Members NIS 240 for 8 sessions
Non-members NIS 480 for 8 sessions
Payable at the Box Office 098330950

Art Class - with Ruth Lenk
2026-11-18 09:30 | Netanya AACI, 28 Shmuel Hanatziv, Netanya, Israel, 4228132, Israel
Art Classes With Ruth Lenk
9.30 Wednesdays
Our art teacher, Ruth Lenk, has worked for over 30 years in the field of art. She now shares that passion with Netanya AACI members.
Classes are for those without any artistic background, those who want to improve their skills and for experienced artists who just want to have some fun.
Lessons cover the basic elements of art, focusing on line, colour and composition, using a variety of mediums and techniques.
Members NIS 240 or NIS 300 per month
Non-members NIS 480 or NIS 600 per month
(Depending on if it’s a 4- or 5-week month)
Payment monthly in advance at Netanya AACI Box Office

Bridge for Beginners
2026-11-17 11:00 - 13:00 | Netanya AACI, 28 Shmuel Hanatziv, Netanya, Israel, 4228132, Israel
Netanya AACI is pleased to offer Bridge Lessons
Beginners: 11:00-13:00 Tuesdays starting 6 October
Intermediate: 09:00-10:30 Mondays. Starting date to be announced.
We want to gauge interest in the type of lessons.
Bridge for Beginners will be two hours in length and include theory and play from the first lesson. There will be handouts and homework as part of the course and after an initial introductory session participants will sign up for blocks of eight weekly lessons.
Bridge To Improve – Intermediate will be standalone sessions including a short theory explanation of a topic and then guided play focused on the topic.
A minimum number of players is required, so please call the box office 09-8330950 or send a note to info@netanyaaaci.org.il regarding your interest.
Instructor: Gillian Ben Natan (Braunold) is a retired physician with certified bridge teaching experience in Israel. She teaches in both English and Hebrew. Gillian is experienced at teaching beginners and intermediates and in running tournaments. Gillian teaches currently at a Moadon in Yokneam and at a residential home in Bayit Bkfar. In particular, she helps players who learned British acol to switch to the Israeli system of bidding based on SAYC – the American system.
Beginners cost:
Members: NIS 60 per session, in blocks of eight sessions (NIS 480 for eight sessions).
Nonmembers: NIS 120 per session, in blocks of eight sessions (NIS 960 for eight sessions)
Intermediate cost:
Members: NIS 60 per session.
Nonmembers: NIS 120 per session.
For more information call the box office 09-8330950.
Purchase tickets through the box office 09-8330950.

Zumba Gold
2026-11-17 09:30 | Netanya AACI, 28 Shmuel Hanatziv, Netanya, Israel, 4228132, Israel
Zumba Gold
9:30-10:15 Sundays and Tuesdays
Our class is for active older adults who are looking for a modified Zumba class that recreates the original moves at a lower intensity.
You will enjoy Shlomit’s positive spirit, humour, and the personal attention she gives to each one of her students. You will come out with a smile!
The design of the class introduces easy-to-follow Zumba choreography that focuses on balance, range of motion and coordination.
Come ready to sweat and prepare to leave empowered and feeling strong. The class focuses on all elements of fitness: cardiovascular, muscular conditioning, flexibility and balance!
Shlomit Stroh, dancer, actor and singer, taught Zumba Gold and song and dance to Latin music all over South America. She spreads the joy at Netanya AACI.
Members NIS 35 per session, payable at the lesson
Non-members NIS 70 per session, payable at the lesson

Chess Club
2026-11-16 11:00 | Netanya AACI, 28 Shmuel Hanatziv, Netanya, Israel, 4228132, Israel
Chess Club
11:00 Mondays
Chess Club and Lessons – Beginner and Intermediate
Instructor: Barry Schneider
Barry is a chess expert and was one of the 15th best chess players in Manchester, England as a teenager.
Come learn the game of kings! and play with your competition!
Members NIS 25
Non-members NIS 35
Payable at the door.
For information call the box office at 098330950.

Zumba Gold
2026-11-15 09:30 | Netanya AACI, 28 Shmuel Hanatziv, Netanya, Israel, 4228132, Israel
Zumba Gold
9:30-10:15 Sundays (in September and October Zumba Gold will be on Mondays 10:30-11:15)
9:00-9:45 Tuesdays
Our class is for active older adults who are looking for a modified Zumba class that recreates the original moves at a lower intensity.
You will enjoy Shlomit’s positive spirit, humour, and the personal attention she gives to each one of her students. You will come out with a smile!
The design of the class introduces easy-to-follow Zumba choreography that focuses on balance, range of motion and coordination.
Come ready to sweat and prepare to leave empowered and feeling strong. The class focuses on all elements of fitness: cardiovascular, muscular conditioning, flexibility and balance!
Shlomit Stroh, dancer, actor and singer, taught Zumba Gold and song and dance to Latin music all over South America. She spreads the joy at Netanya AACI.
Members NIS 35 per session, payable at the lesson
Non-members NIS 70 per session, payable at the lesson

Harvey Bordowitz: ITALIA MIA! A Multimedia Music Lecture
2026-11-08 19:30 | Netanya AACI, 28 Shmuel Hanatziv, Netanya, Israel, 4228132, Israel
ITALIA MIA!
A Multimedia Music Lecture by Harvey Bordowitz
19:30 Sunday 8 November
From the ancient Roman Empire to modern times, Italy has woven its magic spell over the world – in history, architecture, art, and, of course, music, both sacred and secular. We will explore Italy’s immortal musical heritage, from Monteverdi to Verdi, from Rossini to Puccini (and, yes, even Salieri also.) Neapolitan song, too, will have its place in the sun. O sole mio!
Harvey 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 half a century 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.
Members pre-paid NIS 50
Members at door and non-members NIS 70
Purchase tickets below, call the box office 09-8330950 (Sunday-Thursday 8:30-12:30) or pay at the door (cash only).
Prepaid tickets available until noon on the day of this event.
Nearby 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)
Using Waze: https://waze.com/ul/hsv8zcjvhf
Using Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/teDPagS7GRUi5VzY8

CLOSED - National Election Day
2026-10-27 | Netanya AACI, 28 Shmuel Hanatziv, Netanya, Israel, 4228132, Israel
CLOSED – National Election Day

Bridge Tournament
2026-10-26 19:00 - 21:00 | Netanya AACI, 28 Shmuel Hanatziv, Netanya, Israel, 4228132, Israel
Bridge Tournament
19:00-21:00 Monday 26 October
At Netanya AACI
This is an opportunity to play competitively against others. We welcome both established pairs and singles who we will match up.
Facilitated by Gillian Ben Natan Braunold.
If you need matching to another player please tell the box office and indicate if you are Beginner, Intermediate, or Expert.
Call the box office 09-8330950 to register.
NIS 30 Members and Nonmembers
Nearby 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)
Using Waze: https://waze.com/ul/hsv8zcjvhf
Using Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/teDPagS7GRUi5VzY8

Zumba Gold
2026-10-26 10:30 - 11:15 | Netanya AACI, 28 Shmuel Hanatziv, Netanya, Israel, 4228132, Israel
Zumba Gold
10:30-11:15 Mondays in September and October
9:00-9:45 Tuesdays
Our class is for active older adults who are looking for a modified Zumba class that recreates the original moves at a lower intensity.
You will enjoy Shlomit’s positive spirit, humour, and the personal attention she gives to each one of her students. You will come out with a smile!
The design of the class introduces easy-to-follow Zumba choreography that focuses on balance, range of motion and coordination.
Come ready to sweat and prepare to leave empowered and feeling strong. The class focuses on all elements of fitness: cardiovascular, muscular conditioning, flexibility and balance!
Shlomit Stroh, dancer, actor and singer, taught Zumba Gold and song and dance to Latin music all over South America. She spreads the joy at Netanya AACI.
Members NIS 35 per session, payable at the lesson
Non-members NIS 70 per session, payable at the lesson

Keeping Your Memory Strong – A 4-Week Memory Workshop
2026-10-26 09:00 | Netanya AACI, 28 Shmuel Hanatziv, Netanya, Israel, 4228132, Israel
Keeping Your Memory Strong – A 4-Week Memory Workshop
with Talia Gittler-Aronowitz
09:00 Monday 5, 12, 19 and 26 October
(This is a repeat of the July/August session.)
Memory is central to who we are and how we experience daily life. This practical, hands-on workshop is designed for older adults who want to stay mentally sharp and build confidence in their memory. Over four weekly 50-minute sessions, we will explore proven memory strategies through group games, creative exercises, and engaging activities — all in a warm, supportive, and enjoyable setting. Each week builds on the last, covering how we take in information, how we hold onto it, and how we retrieve it when we need it. No prior knowledge is needed — just the desire to learn, practice, and have fun together.
Talia 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.
Members pre-paid NIS 160 for the four-week session
Members at door and non-members NIS 240 for the four week session
Limited to 15 participants – prepay and reserve early (your payment is your reservation).
This workshop is in progress. Call the box office 09-8330950 (Sunday-Thursday 8:30-12:00) to purchase your pro-rated ticket.
Prepaid tickets (prorated) available until noon on the Sunday before each session (space available).
Nearby 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)
Using Waze: https://waze.com/ul/hsv8zcjvhf
Using Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/teDPagS7GRUi5VzY8

Travels, Tales & Take-Offs: Adventures from the Jerusalem Post Travel Podcast with Mark Gordon and David Harris
2026-10-25 19:30 | Netanya AACI, 28 Shmuel Hanatziv, Netanya, Israel, 4228132, Israel
Travels, Tales & Take-Offs: Adventures from the Jerusalem Post Travel Podcast
Mark Gordon and David Harris
19:30 Sunday 25 October
Join us for an entertaining and inspiring journey around the world as we share stories from fascinating destinations, uncover hidden gems, and discuss how travel can broaden horizons at any stage of life. Along the way, we’ll reveal behind-the-scenes insights from recording the podcast, share memorable encounters from our travels, and explore the people, cultures and experiences that make each destination unique. Whether you’re an experienced globetrotter or simply looking for ideas for your next adventure, you’ll leave with plenty of inspiration—and perhaps a few destinations to add to your bucket list.
Mark Gordon and David Harris are the hosts of “The Jerusalem Post Travel Podcast – Travel Edition”, a travel show that inspires listeners to explore destinations through culture, history, food and unforgettable experiences. Combining David’s decades of international broadcasting expertise with Mark’s background in travel journalism, they interview tourism leaders, ambassadors and industry experts while showcasing destinations around the world. Their engaging conversations highlight Jewish heritage, local traditions and unique attractions, making the podcast a trusted source of inspiration for travelers in Israel and around the globe.
Members pre-paid NIS 40
Members at door and non-members NIS 60 (Cash only at the door)
Purchase tickets below, call the box office 09-8330950 (Sunday-Thursday 8:30-12:30) or pay at the door.
Prepaid tickets available until noon on the day of this event.
Nearby 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)
Using Waze: https://waze.com/ul/hsv8zcjvhf
Using Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/teDPagS7GRUi5VzY8

Tiyul - Gaza Border, Nova, and Sderot: A Guided Journey of Remembrance
2026-10-21 07:30 | Netanya AACI, 28 Shmuel Hanatziv, Netanya, Israel, 4228132, Israel
Gaza Border, Nova, and Sderot: A Guided Journey of Remembrance
Wednesday 21 October
On October 7, 2023, Israel faced a tragic terrorist attack by Hamas in the Gaza Envelope, resulting in the loss of about 1,500 lives and the kidnapping of approximately 250 Israelis. Join us on a professional and informative tour as we visit some significant sites affected by this devastating event. This Tiyul offers firsthand insights into the history, the aftermath of the massacre, and the lasting impact of the attack. The itinerary includes visits to key sites that tell the harrowing yet inspiring story of survival, bravery, and unity.
We’ll begin our journey in Sderot, a city that has suffered from rockets for 20 years, where you’ll take in a panoramic view of the region as your guide shares the history and the significance of October 7. Then, we’ll visit the Police Station Memorial, a site that stands as a tribute to extraordinary acts of bravery and resilience. We’ll also pay our respects at the monument for the Lookout Tower Girls, honouring those who were killed or kidnapped that day.
Next, we’ll visit the Nova Festival site and have a moment to reflect on those who lost their lives, where their moments of joy were overshadowed by tragedy. From there, we’ll stop at the lot of burned cars. This haunting memorial site reflects the sheer brutality of the massacre and stands as a powerful visual testament to the atrocities that took place. We’ll also make a brief stop at a bomb shelter near a bus stop – a stark symbol of daily life in this region. This specific shelter became a refuge for those fleeing the attack, including Aner Shapira & Hersh Goldberg Polin, whose stories have become a testament to courage in the face of terror.
Our final stop will take us to a local kibbutz that experienced the October 7 attack where a resident will share a personal perspective, providing a unique and intimate testimony. These once-thriving agricultural communities now face the monumental task of rebuilding – which is not guaranteed.
Please note, the order of sites may differ from listed and not all are guaranteed.
Members NIS 200 Non-members NIS 230
Depart heading south, first pick-up:
Young Israel 07:30
Return: approx. 18:30
Purchase tickets below or call the box office 09-8330950. Call the box office to indicate where you want to be picked up.

Café Netanya presents: Stirling Austin Trio: “Acoustic Legends” - Iconic Singers & Classics of the 60s & 70s
2026-10-18 19:30 | Netanya AACI, 28 Shmuel Hanatziv, Netanya, Israel, 4228132, Israel
Café Netanya presents: Stirling Austin Trio: “Acoustic Legends” – Iconic Singers & Classics of the 60s & 70s
19:30 Sunday 18 October
At Netanya AACI, 28 Shmuel Hanatziv, Netanya
Join the Stirling Austin Trio in their amazing show, Acoustic Legends: a tribute to the great singers and songs of the 60s and 70s, including Paul Simon, Bob Dylan, Leonard Cohen, James Taylor, Cat Stevens, Simon & Garfunkel, Don McLean and more. Hear some of the songs that defined a generation! From “Suzanne” to “Wild World,” “Still Crazy After All These Years” to “You’ve Got a Friend,” “The Sound of Silence” to “American Pie” and many more- – a list packed with the songs everyone knows.
Stirling Austin spent over 20 years performing across the UK, as both a solo artist and band leader, before returning to Israel in 2023. He is joined by David Saban on bass and Leon Haviv on drums. Join us and sing along to the oldies and classics!
Members pre-paid NIS 50
Non-members pre-paid NIS 60
Members and non-members at door NIS 70
Purchase tickets below, call the box office 09-8330950, or pay at the door as long as tickets are available.
Nearby 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)
Using Waze: https://waze.com/ul/hsv8zcjvhf
Using Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/teDPagS7GRUi5VzY8

Roby Simons: What’s with those Abandoned Buildings in Netanya?
2026-10-11 19:30 | Netanya AACI, 28 Shmuel Hanatziv, Netanya, Israel, 4228132, Israel
What’s with those Abandoned Buildings in Netanya?
Roby Simons
19:30 Sunday 11 October
There are several high-profile dead buildings in Netanya, on the north side of the Kikar, south of the Kikar right on the beach on Danker, and the old hotel north of Blue Bay. They’ve been around for a decade or more. What were they at their peak? How did they get to their current situation? Why hasn’t that site been redeveloped, and what can we expect in the future? I’ll apply a real estate and urban planning perspective to analyzing these sites.
Robert A. Simons retired in 2024 after serving 34 years as a Professor of Real Estate and Urban Planning at the Levin College of Urban Affairs at Cleveland State University in Cleveland, Ohio. From 2020-2023, he served as the Chair/Director of the School of Urban Affairs. He also supervised the graduate Certificate Program in Real Estate Development and Finance, and directed the Master of Urban Planning, Design and Development program. During Fall 2005, Dr. Simons was a Fulbright Scholar at Wits University in Johannesburg, South Africa. Dr. Simons received his Ph.D. from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in City and Regional Planning, with an emphasis in real estate.
Members Prepaid – NIS 40
Non-members and Members at the Door – NIS 60
Prepaid ticketing available until noon on the day of the event.

Living in Israel Series: Voting in Israel
2026-10-11 09:30 | In Person or on Zoom, 28 Shmuel Hanatziv, Netanya, Israel, 4228132, Israel
Living in Israel Series
Voting in Israel
Presented by our Counselor Yanina Musnikow
09:30 Sunday 11 October
Program in person and on Zoom
Elections are coming, October 27th! Learn about the voting process in Israel, where to vote? how to vote? and who’s running. An informational, non-political presentation by our counselor, Yanina Musnikow.
There will be a question-and-answer period after the presentation. Please join us.
Other topics in the Series:

The Israeli Health System
Understanding Bituach Leumi, the National Insurance Institute
Long-Term Care – Cash or Caregiver
Cleaners – Rights and Obligations
Wills and Enduring Power of Attorney

Members NIS 25
Non-members NIS 35
Purchase tickets below, call the box office 09-8330950 or pay at the door.
Prepaid tickets available until noon on Thursday prior to this event.
Nearby 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)
Using Waze: https://waze.com/ul/hsv8zcjvhf
Using Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/teDPagS7GRUi5VzY8

Keeping Your Memory Strong – A 4-Week Memory Workshop
2026-10-05 09:00 | Netanya AACI, 28 Shmuel Hanatziv, Netanya, Israel, 4228132, Israel
Keeping Your Memory Strong – A 4-Week Memory Workshop
with Talia Gittler-Aronowitz
09:00 Monday 5, 12, 19 and 26 October
(This is a repeat of the July/August session.)
Memory is central to who we are and how we experience daily life. This practical, hands-on workshop is designed for older adults who want to stay mentally sharp and build confidence in their memory. Over four weekly 50-minute sessions, we will explore proven memory strategies through group games, creative exercises, and engaging activities — all in a warm, supportive, and enjoyable setting. Each week builds on the last, covering how we take in information, how we hold onto it, and how we retrieve it when we need it. No prior knowledge is needed — just the desire to learn, practice, and have fun together.
Talia 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.
Members pre-paid NIS 160 for the four-week session
Members at door and non-members NIS 240 for the four week session
Limited to 15 participants – prepay and reserve early (your payment is your reservation).
Purchase tickets below, call the box office 09-8330950 (Sunday-Thursday 8:30-12:00) or pay at the door.
Prepaid tickets (prorated) available until noon on the Sunday before each session (space available).
Nearby 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)
Using Waze: https://waze.com/ul/hsv8zcjvhf
Using Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/teDPagS7GRUi5VzY8

Writers’ Aerobics
2026-10-04 12:30 | Netanya AACI, 28 Shmuel Hanatziv, Netanya, Israel, 4228132, Israel
Writers’ Aerobics

With Shashi Ishai
12:30 Sunday 4 October
Shashi Ishai leads our monthly Writers’ Aerobics workshop, a small, intimate group of writers, at all stages of developing writing skills.
All come from different backgrounds, ages and life experiences. In class, from a one sentence “prompt”, each writer focuses his/her creative juices and imagination and, as a result, no story is the same. Each has its own unique imprint.
We write within a nurturing, supportive environment of fun-loving people.
Sounds daunting?
Even if you have never written anything more than a shopping list, Shashi dares you to come and see for yourself. You will not be disappointed!
Members: NIS 25 per session
Non-members: NIS 35 per session
Please pay at the door or via ticket below.

CLOSED - Sukkot
2026-10-01 | Netanya AACI, 28 Shmuel Hanatziv, Netanya, Israel, 4228132, Israel
CLOSED – Sukkot

(Photo Courtesy of EsrogHunt – Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=34186060)

An Artisan Cheese Experience in the Sukkah
2026-09-30 20:00 | Young Israel of North Netanya (YINN), 39 Shlomo Hamelech, Netanya, 4228132, Israel
An Artisan Cheese Experience in the Sukkah
With “Hanan Hagaban, Hanan the Cheesemaker”
20:00 Wednesday 30 September
In the YINN Sukkah
(Located on the corner of Shlomo Hamelech and Shaul Hamelech)

Learn about traditional methods and the craft of boutique cheese making directly from the maker, Hanan Sofer – better known as Hanan Hagaban which means Hanan the Cheesemaker
Sample a variety of artisanal cheeses, crafted locally at Moshav Herut, just 15 minutes from Netanya
Enjoy selections of wine chosen by Hanan to match the flavor profiles of his cheeses

Hanan Sofer stepped into the world of cheeses entirely by accident when coming upon a recipe for Tzfat Cheese. He began making cheeses in his home, then studied the art of cheese making in France and Italy, and eventually established Hanan Hagaban’s Fromagerie in the middle of an avocado plantation in Moshav Herut.
Hanan and his partner, Hadar, renovated an old chicken house on the moshav, originally built by Hadar’s grandfather, for the fromagerie. It was important for them to preserve the past while pouring new life into the structure – much like the spirit of the construction of the State of Israel.
See www.hagaban.co.il
Preregistration and Prepayment Required.
Early Bird preregistration by 23 September:
Members: NIS 75
Nonmembers: NIS 85
Preregistration after 23 September until noon 29 September:
Members and Nonmembers – NIS 95
Purchase tickets below or call the box office 09-8330950.

NETANYA’S KIDS NEED YOU!
2026-09-22 11:00 | Netanya AACI, 28 Shmuel Hanatziv, Netanya, Israel, 4228132, Israel
NETANYA’S KIDS NEED YOU!
Open Introductory English Tutors Meeting
11:00 Tuesday 22 September
English Without Borders is a successful volunteer tutoring programme designed to help local children and youth feel confident in their use of every-day English by engaging them in conversational or basic reading/vocabulary-building activities. In the 2025-2026 academic year, over a dozen schools received about 36 volunteers.
We invite you to join our group of devoted volunteers. Be a part of the fun and help meet the needs of our youth. It is the perfect project for English speakers to give back to Israeli society.
Join us at our open introductory meeting if you are a new or returning volunteer. Your basic commitment is two/four hours once/twice a week at an elementary or secondary school talking with 1-4 pupils at a time in coordination with the English teacher at the school. No formal teaching experience is necessary, but motivation, caring and patience are required. No Hebrew is necessary.
Feedback from the 2025-2026 school year:
We feel the meetings with our recent volunteers are very effective for the girls. They gain (general) knowledge and maintain and improve their English. The volunteers have a good connection with the girls, as with me.
Esther-English coordinator at Ulpanit Bar Ilan girls school
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Beyond improving their English skills, the programme has helped enrich their vocabulary, strengthen their listening comprehension, and build their confidence in speaking and understanding different accents and teaching styles. The variety each volunteer brings makes the lessons interesting, enjoyable, and engaging. The students especially love meeting and connecting with people from different places and backgrounds. They leave each session with huge smiles and a feeling that learning English can actually be fun. The programme also contributes greatly to their social bonding and group connection.
Helena-Begin School, Ramat Poleg
Renee Rosenberg 054-4339470, Judy Shafarman 052-8496116
Netanya AACI English Tutoring Project Coordinators (decades of experience between us)
No charge for this event.

CLOSED - Yom Kippur
2026-09-21 | Netanya AACI, 28 Shmuel Hanatziv, Netanya, Israel, 4228132, Israel
CLOSED – Yom Kippur

(Photo courtesy of Zachi Evenor – Flickr: https://www.flickr.com/photos/zachievenor/29468402304, CC BY 2.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=52038346)

50 Years Since "Operation Yonatan" (Entebbe Raid) and Three Years Since The October 7 Massacre – These Two Events are Connected in Many Ways
2026-09-15 19:30 | Netanya AACI, 28 Shmuel Hanatziv, Netanya, Israel, 4228132, Israel
50 Years Since “Operation Yonatan” (Entebbe Raid) and Three Years Since The October 7 Massacre – These Two Events are Connected in Many Ways
Presented by Rami Sherman
19:30 Tuesday 15 September
During the Entebbe hostage rescue, Rami Sherman was “Operations Officer” of the unit that performed the rescue. Why is it important to discuss this event 50 years later? What happened during the hijacking? What was the response, in Israel and in the diaspora, to the operation and what was the impact on the relations between the State of Israel and the world? Lastly, how is the Entebbe hostage rescue connected to the October 7 massacre? Rami will talk about these questions and more.
Rami Sherman’s parents were Holocaust survivors who came to Israel in 1946. Rami grew up on Kibbutz Lehavot Habashan in the north of the country which is located only 500 meters from the Syrian border. In 1972, he enlisted in the army and was accepted into an elite unit, “Sayeret Matkal”. In 1976, an Air France airliner was hijacked and rerouted to Entebbe. At that time, he served as an “operation officer” of the unit under the command of Yoni Netanyahu z” l, and in this position, he was involved in preparing the operation. Rami was on the first Hercules that landed in Entebbe and took part in the fight in the old terminal to rescue the hostages.
This year, 2026, we marked the 50th anniversary commemorating “Operation Yonatan”. Rami flew to Entebbe as an Israeli and landed back in Israel as a Jew, but it has taken him 40 years to realize what that means. Since 1990 he has worked as a physiotherapist for the Israeli Olympic team. In 1993, his family moved to Kibbutz Maagan Michael. He is married and has two daughters and five grandchildren.
Members pre-paid NIS 40
Members at door and non-members NIS 60
Prepaid tickets available until noon on the day of this event.
Purchase tickets below, call the box office 09-8330950 or pay at the door.

Nearby 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)
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Memorial Service – Netanya AACI Remembers
2026-09-15 11:00 | Netanya AACI, 28 Shmuel Hanatziv, Netanya, Israel, 4228132, Israel
Memorial Service – Netanya AACI Remembers
Led by Hilton Share
11:00 Tuesday 15 September
We invite our members to join us as we remember those who have passed away during the past year.
We have scheduled this event to occur during the 10 days between Rosh Hashana and Yom Kippur. This is a time for us to look back and remember those who are no longer with us and at the same time look forward to the coming year.
After Hilton’s talk, Rabbi David Woolf will give a short dvar Torah and lead a ceremony mentioning members and family members who have passed away during the year.
No charge for this event.

Poetry Please - Poems about Birthdays
2026-09-14 16:00 | In Person or on Zoom, 28 Shmuel Hanatziv, Netanya, Israel, 4228132, Israel
Poetry Please – Poems about Birthdays
16:00 Monday 14 September
At the Premises and on Zoom
The monthly Poetry Please activity is now in its 15th year. Selections are largely from English and American poetry, as well as from translated Medieval Hebrew and modern Israeli poetry. Susan introduces a selection of poems on topics such as medicine, sports, music and place names.
Susan taught English Literature and British Culture at colleges and universities in North East England. If you haven’t come before, do join us and, if you are one of the loyal regulars, please keep coming.
Please purchase tickets below, call the box office 09-8330950 or pay at the door.
Members: NIS 25 Non-Members: NIS 35
