Safed English Library

14/06/2026

Vibrant geometry, intricate scrapwork, and rich textile landscapes have temporarily transformed the walls of the Tzfat English language library.

https://open.substack.com/pub/davebender/p/stitched-narratives-the-quilt-art?r=b4yv&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web

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14/06/2026

Need to keep your hands busy and your spirits up?

The Geiger English Library is hosting their Fiber Arts Club. Whether you’re into knitting, crocheting, or embroidery, drop in to connect with the local community.

When & Where:
Evening Session: Monday, June 15th | 19:30–21:00
Morning Session: Wednesday, June 28th | 10:30–12:00
Location: 38 Jerusalem Street, Tzfat
Contribution: A 10 Shekel donation is appreciated.
Questions? Give Nechama a call at 054-686-3135.

*Note: Please check back before attending, as local Home Front Command safety instructions regarding public gatherings can change on short notice.*

10/06/2026

Thanks for stopping by to get acquainted with the Geigerlibrary.org, Tzfat Municipality Dir. - Gen., Tzafrir Rosen.

Rosen learned about the library's plans and goals from volunteers, Gershon and Katia Broder, and discussed potential collaboration with the City and other local libraries.

The Broders showed Tzafrir the facilities, and our latest art display of handmade quilts by artisan, Elana Schachter, as curated by Esther Zibell.

07/06/2026

In Honor of Hebrew Book Week
Zefat Academic College invites you to a colorful festival.
Sunday, June 7, 2026 (22 Sivan) | Beit Ida Plaza
​Schedule
​16:00 – 17:30
​Book Fair
​Children's Activity Stations
​17:30 – 18:30
​Story Hour: The Fisherman and the Goldfish
​Admission is Free!
​Special Event
​Dr. Yitzhak Stern will be signing his book, Infusion for Shabbat and Holidays, from 16:00 to 19:00.
(Available for purchase at a special discount in honor of Book Week)

07/06/2026

I'm posting this link here, since we hope to feature the author, Vitor Vicente, on an upcoming library-centric podcast. Meanwhile, pls join us TODAY, Sunday, June 7th, for the ZoomCast:

We’re back on our “first Sunday of the month” Zoom for *Life on the Border*, coming up as we near the anniversary of the 12-Day Israel-Iran War. (Link to Zoom below)

This month we’re once again honored to host Vitor Vicente, who will speak about his latest book: *“Testimony of the 12-Day Israel-Iran War: Followed by Political Highlights from The Witty Vitor Podcast,”* now on Amazon: [https://shorturl.at/VKs8Q](https://shorturl.at/VKs8Q)

He’ll share his experience of being in Israel when the conflict broke out, the uncertainty of those days, his evacuation in a military operation, and how witnessing events firsthand shaped his understanding of the war, media coverage, and broader regional dynamics.

Of course, we’ll also include short updates from Dave and me about life on the border these days.

Hope to see you there!

19:00 Israel time
5 PM UK time
Noon US East Coast time

To join Zoom Meeting

https://us04web.zoom.us/j/75484017977?pwd=xNKq6BJUOqmbDAxbbuAHfbgDAI9m4B.1

Meeting ID: 754 8401 7977

Passcode: iz4r0b

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28/05/2026

Who's interested?

28/05/2026

If you still think a library is just a silent warehouse for paperbacks and overdue fines, it’s time to update your mental software. This June and July, The English Library is trading quiet whispers for vibrant, intricate geometry with a textile exhibition featuring the handmade quilts of Elana Schachter, curated by Esther Pam Zibell.

​Books are only the beginning. The Tzfat English Library is steadily evolving into a community living room. Think assorted special interest clubs and a completely revamped Children's library. We are currently mid-renovation on our public spaces, dusting off the physical corners to make room for actual interaction. Behind the scenes, we’re dragging our infrastructure into the modern era with a brand-new online catalog system and an expanding digital presence.

​Maintaining a vibrant civic hub takes more than well-wishes and library cards. It takes capital. Your patronage, attendance, and financial support doesn't just keep the utilities paid; it directly funds the physical and digital evolution of this neighborhood anchor.

​Drop by anytime this June/July to view the exhibit. Look around. Keep us thriving.

​Address: 38 Jerusalem St., Tzfat.
geigerlobrary.org
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אם אתם עדיין בטוחים שספרייה היא רק מחסן שקט לספרי כיס וקנסות על איחורים, הגיע הזמן לעדכן גרסה. בחודש יוני הקרוב, הספרייה האנגלית מחליפה את הלחישות החרישיות בגיאומטריה תוססת ומורכבת, עם תערוכת טקסטיל המציגה את שמיכות הטלאים בעבודת יד של אלנה שכטר.
ספרים הם רק ההתחלה. הספרייה האנגלית בצפת הופכת בהתמדה לסלון הקהילתי שלכם. תחשבו על מגוון מועדוני עניין מיוחדים וספריית ילדים משודרגת לחלוטין. אנחנו נמצאים כרגע בעיצומם של שיפוצים במרחבים הציבוריים שלנו, מנערים את האבק מהפינות הפיזיות כדי לפנות מקום למפגש אנושי אמיתי. מאחורי הקלעים, אנחנו גוררים את התשתית שלנו אל העידן המודרני עם מערכת קטלוג מקוונת חדשה לגמרי ונוכחות דיגיטלית מתרחבת.
תחזוקה של מרכז קהילתי תוסס דורשת יותר מאיחולים לבביים וכרטיסי מנוי. היא דורשת הון. הנאמנות שלכם, הנוכחות והתמיכה הכלכלית לא רק שומרות על האורות דולקים; הן מממנות ישירות את האבולוציה הפיזית והדיגיטלית של העוגן השכונתי הזה.
קפצו לבקר במהלך יוני. תעיפו מבט מסביב. תשמרו עלינו משגשגים.
**כתובת:** רחוב ירושלים 38, צפת.
geigerlibrary.org

28/05/2026

This never happens at the Tzfat Edyth Geiger Memorial Library... 🫠