About this Event
Speakeasy Tel Aviv, presents:
Izabella Tabarovsky, Wilson Center Fellow
Scholar of Soviet antizionism & contemporary antisemitism
Author of 'Be a Refusnik' & A Jewish Student's Survival Guide
What: Come join us for an engaging evening as we host Izabella Tabarovsky, moderated by Calev Ben Dor. This is an opportunity to connect with thought-provoking ideas, while growing your Tel Aviv community, wine glass in hand.
When: Tuesday February17th 2026, 6pm drinks followed by the main event at 7pm.
Who: Ages 50+ Olim & Sabras from all over Israel & the Globe
Where: NBN TLV, Azrieli Round Tower, 10th, 132 Menachem Begin, TLV
How: Please register here on Eventbrite
Cost: 70NIS online in advance (tickets are limited, so register today)
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About Our Speaker: Izabella Tabarovsky
Izabella Tabarovsky is a scholar of Soviet antizionism and contemporary antisemitism, the author of Be a Refusenik: A Jewish Student’s Survival Guide (Wicked Son) and a sought-after speaker and lecturer.
She is a senior fellow with the Z3 Institute in Palo Alto; a fellow with the Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars in Washington, DC; and a fellow with the Comper Center for the Study of Antisemitism and Racism at the University of Haifa and the London Centre for the Study of Contemporary Antisemitism.
A contributing writer at Tablet, she has also published in Newsweek, Sapir, Quillette, The National Interest, Fathom, The Forward, and the Jewish Telegraphic Agency. Her essays have appeared in several edited volumes, including October 7: The Wars over Words and Deeds (Academic Studies Press); The Rebirth of Antisemitism in the 21st Century: From the Academic Boycott Campaign into the Mainstream (Routledge);Mapping the New Left Antisemitism: The Fathom Essays(Routledge); Sionismo y antisionismo: Un debate necesario (RiL editores); and Jewish Priorities: Sixty-Five Proposals for the Future of Our People (Wicked Son). Her work has been translated into Spanish, French, Portuguese, German, Polish, Russian, and Czech.
About Our Moderator: Calev Ben Dor
Calev is Editor of Fathom Journal and Jonathan Sacks Scholar, a writer, political analyst, and commentator on Israeli politics, society and culture. Known for his insightful perspectives and engaging discussions, he frequently moderates and contributes to forums that explore contemporary issues in Israel and beyond.
And a big thank you to our venue sponsor for this evening, NBN TLV.
About Our Organization: Speakeasy Tel Aviv
Speakeasy Tel Aviv is a nonprofit initiative led by a dedicated group of English speaking volunteers with a mission to build a community of like-minded peers, interested in diverse speaker forum events of intellectual and cultural substance. We host monthly events, engaging with some of the most prominent voices in Israel, and from around the globe. Our community is focused on ages 50+ Olim and English-speaking Sabras from all over Israel. We maintain a non-partisan attitude towards the issues of the day, and look forward to welcoming you to our warm, wine-filled events.
According to some accounts, the word ‘speakeasy’ is originally derived from ‘speak-softly shops’ which were illegal clandestine drinking establishments in England during the 19th century. The name referenced the need for secrecy, with customers being asked to speak quietly while inside to avoid detection. Our Speakeasy Tel Aviv events strive to embrace this honorable culture of carefully curated speakers worth imbibing with intellectual curiosity, maintaining off-the-record confidential 'Chatham House Rules', while also partaking in our wine socializing mingling time, meeting friends, old and new alike.
Interested in joining our community, volunteering, speaking, or just knowing more?
Email: [email protected]
Speakeasy is generously supported by Am Yisrael Foundation // www.AmYisrael.com
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Nefesh B'Nefesh Tel Aviv Center, 132 Menachem Begin, Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel
ILS 0.00 to ILS 73.49
