Wednesday, April 23, 6:45 pm Ohef Sholom Temple
The Holocaust Commission of United Jewish Federation of Tidewater’s annual Holocaust Day Remembrance, Yom Hashoah, will take place next month. The event is open to the community.
The commemoration will feature survivor and scholar Dr. Irving Berkowitz, along with a candle-lighting ceremony and prayers led by community leaders.
The student winners of the Elie Wiesel Competition will be recognized for their accomplishments. In addition, recipients of the Holocaust Commission’s Excellence in Education awards will be honored for their exemplary work with students throughout the year.
For more information about Yom Hashoah, go to www.HolocaustCommission.org or email info@holocaustcommission.org.