June 17-23: Jewish Film Festival, Fête de la Musique, Open-Air Party, and more!

Things to do in Berlin - Week of June 17, 2024!

With what happened this month with the European Parliament elections and far-right parties gaining significant popularity in several countries across the European Union, it has become more important for all of us to stay informed about what’s happening in Germany and Europe, and how we can influence it. This is why I would like to introduce one of my recent favorite Substack newsletters, "How To Save Democracy," written by

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⭐ P.S. We still have a few tickets left for our own event on Wednesday, the 19th June, exploring Kreuzberg in a game format.

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Here's a sneak peek of what’s in store for you this week:

1. ‍🎞️ Jewish Film Festival

2. ‍🎵 Fête de la Musique

3. ‍‍‍💿 AUTOPILOT - OPEN AIR PARTY

4. 🎬 RAWY FILMS: NOWHERE TO RUN

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1. Jewish Film Festival

The Jewish Film Festival showcases the diversity of Jewish life through cinema. This event, a key part of Berlin's cultural scene, attracts both Jewish and non-Jewish audiences. It features recent productions and premieres from various countries, including Israel. The festival, founded in 1995, commemorates the 50th anniversary of the end of World War II and is one of the oldest Jewish film festivals in Europe. It offers fresh perspectives and fosters dialogue on a wide range of issues, drawing increasing numbers of film enthusiasts each year. The program.

• 💵 €10

• 📅 18 June (Tue) - 23 June (Sun)

• 📍 Various locations in Berlin

• 🌐 Telegram Group for Hangout - check out BEW App

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Press photo FeteDeLaMusique 2023 – Ⓒ Jim Kroft

2. Fête de la Musique

Every year on June 21, Berliners welcome the start of summer with the Fête de la Musique, an open-air music festival. Musicians and bands perform live music in the streets of Berlin for free, continuing a tradition that began in France and has been celebrated in Berlin since 1995. Both amateur and professional musicians of all styles and genres participate, showcasing their talents in public spaces. More info.

⭐We suggest checking out the following venue: Garden of the Museum of European Cultures

• 💵 Free

• 📅 21 June (Fri)

• 📍 Berlin

• 🌐 Telegram Group for Hangout - check out BEW App

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3. AUTOPILOT, FREE OPEN AIR - TXL AIRPORT

On Friday, June 21, six of Berlin's bass-heavy collectives will take over Turbulence TXL, a new open-air club space on the former Tegel airport airfield. The event will feature a wide range of dance music, including diasporic bass, UK dubstep, drum and bass, experimental and futuristic sounds, Ghettotech, Booty House, and Footwork. This unique sound clash will showcase b2b sets from the collectives' residents, presenting a diverse cross-section of their work. More info.

• 💵 Free

• 📅 23 June (Fri) / 14:00 - 23:00

• 📍 ZKSI Tegel Airport 1

• 🌐 Telegram Group for Hangout - check out BEW App

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4. RAWY FILMS PRESENTS: NOWHERE TO RUN

This shorts program explores the chilling reality of people trapped in inescapable situations, whether physical, psychological, or societal. Characters in these films confront their confinement, either fighting for a way out or grappling with the disturbing reality of no escape. This program is brought to you by Rawy, a newly founded collective of passionate film enthusiasts dedicated to promoting independent SWANA (Southwest Asia and North Africa) films. Rawy aims to discover raw talents and untold stories, bringing them to the big screen through pop-up events in iconic arthouse cinemas internationally and locally. More info.

• 💵 €7

• 📅 23 June (Sun)

• 📍 SİNEMA TRANSTOPIA

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Restaurant Review:

Takumi NINE - Prenzlauer Berg (⭐4.5/5)

This is a good Ramen place. The broth is chicken-based, with vegan options available. Prices are slightly higher than average. They offer a "BIG" ramen option for an extra €3.5, but the regular portions are already ample.