Coffee. Memory. Story: An Intimate Series of Meetings about Memory and Courage

Dear residents,

On the occasion of the third anniversary of October 7 and the “Iron Swords” war, the Community Administration of the Rishon LeZion Municipality invites you to take part in the “Coffee. Memory. Story” initiative—a series of intimate meetings focused on remembrance and heroism.

The meetings will take place from October 11–13, 2026 (Sunday–Tuesday), from 8:00 to 10:00 p.m.

Join us for gatherings with bereaved families, held in living rooms, pubs, and coffee carts throughout the city.
A voucher for free coffee and a pastry for those who register in advance (*limited availability).

Monday, October 12, 2026

• At the Gottlieb family’s home, you can hear the story of Staff Sergeant Matan Gottlieb, who fell in battle during Operation Protective Edge. The meeting will take place on Monday, October 12, 2026, from 8:00 to 10:00 p.m., in the Banot Hayil neighborhood, 63 Hanna Rovina Street.
  Registration: Link

Together, we will remember, unite, and honor those who paid the greatest possible price.

Sincerely,
Rishon LeZion Municipality