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Going out:
 

Orphaned Land in Jerusalem
What: The Museum of Islamic Art presents Orphaned Land, known as Israel's only "oriental heavy-metal band," in aspecial concert this Thursday night featuring their repertoire of songs from throughout the years in acoustic arrangements and performances.
When: May 22 at 20:00

Jerusalem Syndrome on the streets of the city
What: Celebrate a creative and dynamic Jerusalem at Beit Avi Chai's "Jerusalem Syndrome": a celebration of community, art and culture this Thursday. The evening will include performances by Chen Cymbalista, Tamar Eisenman hosting Danny Sanderson and Iggy Waksman, exhibits, street fairs and parties and more.
When: May 22 at 17:00
 

Taste Bites at the Mall
What: All that shopping leave you hungry? Experience the best of both worlds - shopping at Jerusalem's largest mall combined with a culinary journey among the eateries at the mall including restaurants, stands and culinary boutiques with a six punch taste card-beginning May 20th and while supplies last at the Jerusalem Mall (Malcha).
When: Beginning May 20

Roma Kapta: Jewish soldiers in the Armed Allies

What: The U. Nahon Museum of Italian Jewish Art presentsROMA CAPTA: The Contribution of Jewish Soldiers in the Allied Armies during the Italian Campaign. The exhibit celebrates the seventieth anniversary of the Liberation of Rome (4th June 1944) and includes photographs, caricatures, posters and maps.
When: May 1 - June 6
 

Jerusalem Day sing along
What: Ammunition Hill continues its annual tradition of Jerusalem Day Eve sing alongs this year as well with anevening of Jerusalem-themed songs next Tuesday. The sing along will be led by Tzlil Biran with the participation of Jerusalemite musicians including Ruchama Raz and Aharon Pereira.
When: May 27 at 19:30
 

Layla Lavan in the Capital
What: Layla Lavan-Student Day 2014 returns next Tuesday night for another round of all night fun and music in Jerusalem's Sacher Park. This year's main stage performers include Karolina, Shalom Hanoch, Shlomi Shabbat, Hadag Nachash, Berry Sakharof, and a sunrise show by Balkan Beat Box. Click here for tickets!
When: May 27 at 20:15 until the morning of May 28th
 

Special concerts: the Israel Festival
What: The Jerusalem Symphony Orchestra's 2013-14 Special Concert Series continues next Tuesday with a specialIsrael Festival concert with The Mendi Rodan Symphony Orchestra of the Jerusalem Academy of Music and Dance. The performance includes pieces by Mozart, Avner Hanini and Mahler.
When: May 27 at 20:00
 

Chutzpa! at Nocturno
What: Nocturno's spring "Live Music on Wednesday Nights" series continues next Wednesday with a live show by Chutzpa! – Israel’s leading barbershop quartet. Chutzpah presents a rocking show which promises to deliver an overdose of humor and “chutzpa” straight to listeners ears right from the first chord. Entrance is free!
When: May 28 at 21:30
 

Eating Out:

 

Montefiore

Facing the walls of the Old City in the heart of the Mishkenot Sha'ananim artists' quarter is Montefiore-Mishkenot Sha'ananim, an elegant and authentic Italian-style restaurant with breathtaking views. At Montefiore, only the freshest and highest quality ingredients are used, and they are selected by the kitchen staff with meticulous care. Appetizers include a sea fish crudo in hot lemon butter with roasted artichokes, on-site citrus wood-smoked salmon carpaccio, and hot eggplant salad with goat feta. Pasta main courses, including cannelloni with sweet potatoes and gnocchi polenta with pecorini cheese, are made on location and with uncompromising faithfulness. Additional mains include fish dishes, stone oven pizzas and risottos. A wide-ranging selection of wines is also available.