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US Congressional Holocaust Commemoration for Holocaust Remembrance Day 2022

Congressional Holocaust Commemoration 2022 Greek Jewish survivor David Baruch gave testimony, and members of Congress and foreign dignitaries – including the ambassadors of Greece, Israel, and Portugal, and the spokesperson for the Japanese embassy – also spoke. Representatives of the Embassy of Germany, and other nations were also among the attendees at the January 27 online event. “Heroes and Memory” The theme for the 2022 commemoration was “Heroes and Memory” with descendants of the “Righteous Among the Nations” and those whom they rescued taking part in the event, including Nobuki Sugihara, son of Chiune Sugihara, and Sugihara survivor Nathan Lewin, a well-known Washington lawyer. Learn More Read more about the Congressional Holocaust Commemoration 2022 Watch Congressional Holocaust Commemoration 2021 Find more Jewish Cultural Events

Hava Nashira

Hava Nashira is the premier Jewish worship and music conference of the Reform Movement, serving diverse populations from a variety of movements, communities, and congregations. Hava Nashira focuses on teaching songleading for religious school as well as leading and crafting meaningful worship, thinking about engagement, music to build community, and broadening our reach using music and prayer as our focus. Hava Nashira brings the best in professional songleaders and worship teachers to hundreds of participants every year.

Dayton Jewish Film Festival

The Dayton Jewish Film Festival offers outstanding world cinema that promotes awareness, appreciation and pride to the diversity of the Jewish people and to the community at large. Our goal is to educate and entertain through evocative, narrative and documentary films that portray the Jewish experience from historic to current global perspectives

Virtual New Hampshire Jewish Food Festival

The 2021 New Hampshire Jewish Food Festival continues with its 2020 virtual format.  This is the once-a-year opportunity to place orders for the homemade traditional Jewish style foods that everyone craves but is hard to find in this part of New Hampshire. Most items are sold frozen in multi-packs with instructions for heating at home. Online orders can be made from June 1st to the 27th, and pick up will be July 30-31, and August 1. Pick-up will be open from 9:00 AM-3:00 PM. Select your day and time on the checkout page. We will do our best to accommodate your request. Confirmation emails will be sent within 48 hours of ordering. Masks will be required for staff as well as customers. The full menu can be found here.

Israeli Day Parade

What began as a few thousands walking down Riverside Drive, NY in honor of the youthful State of Israel in 1965 has today become a massive parade of roughly 30,000 participants marching down Fifth Avenue in celebration and solidarity.

North American Jewish Choral Festival

Join us for five days of musical joy as this year's North American Jewish Choral Festival! From Sunday - August 9 through Thursday, August 13. Festival participants from across North America and beyond, enjoy a wide variety of Jewish musical experiences. These include daily community sings; workshops and seminars on topics ranging from sight-singing and vocal technique to spirituality through music; and evening concerts featuring choirs and outstanding performers.

IAC National Summit

The IAC National Summit 2021 takes place on December 9th-11th 2021, at the Diplomat Beach Resort, South Florida. The summit brings together a diverse group of thousands of Israeli-Americans, Jewish Americans, and Israelis for critical dialogue, and inspiring sessions as part of an event that shapes the Jewish communal conversation, year after year. One of the most high-profile and largest gatherings in the Jewish world, The IAC National Summit features change makers and thought leaders across a range of fields, from business and philanthropy, to education, language and community building, technology, and social change.

New York Jewish Book Festival

The New York Jewish Book Festival, as hosted by the Museum of Jewish Heritage. The book festival will focus on themes of Jewish heritage, including culture and history, food, modern life and literature, the Holocaust, and books and activities for children and families. It will also feature talks, panels, and author signings.

Hannukah Lighting in New York City

Time to light the menorah! Hannukah is one of the best NYC events in December. It reminds us to nosh on classic Jewish food, hit up a holiday market to find some great gifts and bond with loved ones.

Jewish American Heritage Month Day

Jewish American Heritage Month (JAHM) is annually held in May as a time to recognize and celebrate the many accomplishments Jewish Americans have made to their country. A spotlight is shone on those who have made substantial contributions to the growth and prosperity of the American culture, in various fields such as medicine, arts, sports, entertainment, business and science. May is Jewish American Heritage Month – On April 20, 2006, President George W. Bush proclaimed that May would be Jewish American Heritage Month. The announcement was the crowning achievement in an effort by the Jewish Museum of Florida and South Florida Jewish community leaders that resulted in resolutions introduced by Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz of Florida and Sen. Arlen Specter of Pennsylvania urging the president to proclaim a month that would recognize the more than 350-year history of Jewish contributions to American culture. The resolutions passed unanimously, first in the House of Representatives in December 2005 and later in the Senate in February 2006. The month of May was chosen due to the highly successful celebration of the 350th Anniversary of American Jewish History in May 2004, which was organized by the Commission for Commemorating 350 Years of American Jewish History. This coalition was composed of the Jacob Rader Marcus Center of the American Jewish Archives, the American Jewish Historical Society, the Library of Congress and the National Archives and Records Administration.

Raoul Wallenberg Day

Raoul Wallenberg On October 5th, 1981, Raoul Wallenberg, the Swedish diplomat who disappeared in January 1945 after saving the lives of tens of thousands of persecuted people during World War II, became the second person in history to be awarded Honorary U.S. Citizenship. Raoul Wallenberg Day is commemorated every year in the State of New York and following the IRWF’s initiative, has been proclaimed in many other U.S. states. Saving the lives of tens of thousands of Jews in Budapest With the support of the World Jewish Congress and the American War Refugee Board, the Swedish Foreign Ministry sent Wallenberg to Budapest in July 1944 to help protect the 200,000 Jews who remained in the capital. From October 15, when the Arrow Cross seized power, to the liberation of the capital three months later, Wallenberg saved Jews through a variety of means—by issuing thousands of protective documents, by establishing the International Ghetto of protected houses, and by securing their release from deportation trains, death march convoys, and labor service brigades—all at significant risk to himself. Raoul Wallenberg around the World Canada: January 17th Sweden: August 27th Argentina: September 14th Learn More Find more Jewish Cultural Days

Mizrahi Remembrance Month

Mizrahi Remembrance Month is a deeply significant cultural event celebrated by Jewish communities worldwide. It typically falls in November, bringing together diverse Jewish traditions and histories. This special day is dedicated to commemorating the rich cultural heritage of Mizrahi Jews, who hail from Middle Eastern and North African countries. Founded by Jewish communities with roots in these regions, Mizrahi Remembrance Month serves as a powerful reminder of the vibrant cultures and traditions that flourished before the mass migrations of the 20th century. The event has grown over the years and is now celebrated in numerous countries, each adding its unique flair to the festivities. Commemorative Events and Activities The celebration of Mizrahi Remembrance Month is marked by a variety of activities that highlight the traditions and contributions of Mizrahi Jews. Attendees can immerse themselves in lectures and discussions that explore the history, challenges, and triumphs of Mizrahi communities. Festivals showcasing traditional music, dance, and art create a lively atmosphere, while culinary experiences offer a taste of authentic Mizrahi cuisine, rich with flavors and stories. Participants often don traditional attire, adding color and authenticity to the event. This day holds immense cultural significance, not only for preserving and promoting Mizrahi heritage but also for fostering a sense of unity and pride within the Jewish community. By celebrating Mizrahi Remembrance Month, attendees honor the past and ensure that the vibrant legacy of Mizrahi Jews continues to inspire future generations. Image attribution: All from: <https://www.jimena.org/mizrahi-heritage-month/#>