On 5th and 6th September 2009 Novi Sad Jewish Community celebrated this year’s European Day of Jewish Culture. The event was opened with an exhibition of pastel drawings by Jovica Prodanovic, titled “Impressions from Jerusalem”. Jovica Prodanovic, who spent several years in the Middle East  on a diplomatic mission, made drawings of the most significant holy places in Israel, as well as of some astounding views in the city.

The exhibition was opened by a renowned writer, Mr. Drasko Redjep. The community premises received an impressive number of visitors including friends and public figures. The opening was well covered by the local media. Following the exhibition, the orchestra “Shira U’Tfila” from Belgrade played traditional Sephardic music at the beautiful Novi Sad Synagogue.