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Genshoah presents ...
By Shelley Lieb and Ida Margolis
Here is some inside information on GenShoah programs.
An opportunity to learn
Sam Varsano shared his story during the March event, Growing Up Sephardic in an Ashkenazi World. Varsano is a 2G, a GenShoah member, and his family’s story is included as one of the “Portraits of Remembrance” on the Museum’s website. His presentation was enlightening and certainly reflected his wonderful sense of humor.
Genealogy workshops
Bring your device and follow the lead of Hank Bitterman, 2G, who takes you to various online resources to find out about you and your family’s past during our next workshop Sunday, April 7 at 1 p.m. Bitterman shares his knowledge from his own family findings, both in the U.S. and abroad. This session will provide a good starting point for further inquiries. Location TBD. Limited attendance so RSVP is required to attend. Contact Shelley Lieb at liebro@gmail.com.
Noch amul (again)
If you talk to Sol Awend in Yiddish, his eyes light up, and he will probably tell you a story in Yiddish to make you smile. He is the energy behind a monthly get-together for Yiddish speakers at any level. Join him for this season’s last session of Zoog Mir in Yiddish on Sunday, April 21, 3:30-5 p.m.
Yom HaShoah
GenShoah SWFL has been part of the planning for the Yom HaShoah program in Collier County, which will take place Sunday, May 5, 4 p.m. at the Nina Iser Jewish Cultural Center. Please RSVP at www.jewishnaples.org. There will be a pre-event reception for GenShoah SWFL and survivors at 3 p.m. We encourage you to invite your children and grandchildren to be at your side for this program. It is an opportunity to share your history with your family in a meaningful way.
Possible Book Discussions
Locations/dates/times TBD based on interest. Contact Estelle Kafer at ekafer520@gmail.com.
Upcoming conference
The World Federation of Jewish Holocaust Survivors & Descendants (WFJHS&D) will hold its 2024 Annual Conference Sept. 20-23 in Toronto, Canada. Registration will open, both online and by mail, this Spring. Go to https://www.holocaustchild.org/ conferences/upcoming-conferences/ for more information.
