Dear Friends,
I hope this letter finds you in good health. It is with great pleasure that I write to you today to introduce our esteemed new Executive Vice President of the Bardejov Jewish Preservation Committee, Cheryl Wolf, MPA.
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Cheryl joins us with a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to preserving the rich history and heritage of Bardejov and the entirety of Eastern Europe. Her dedication to cultural preservation and community engagement makes her a perfect fit to help lead our organization's expanded mission. |
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We are excited to remind you of some of the exciting developments that are currently happening in Bardejov. This June we will be dedicating a museum building, completely reconstructed after being neglected since WW2. The building, known as the Beit Hamidrash, was originally used as the school building. After the dedication, the building will be curated with objects dedicated to perpetuating the history and heritage of the Jewish people who lived in Bardejov and Eastern Europe.
This museum will serve as a vital hub for education, remembrance, and memorialization of the vibrant cultural tapestry that defines the community. Through interactive exhibits, educational programs, and community events, the museum will provide visitors with a profound understanding of the rich heritage and contributions of the Bardejov community to Jewish history.
We believe that this museum will not only serve as a beacon of remembrance but also as a catalyst for fostering dialogue, understanding, and hope. It will be a place where people of all backgrounds can come together to honor the past, observe the present, and envision a brighter future. The museum is a piece of our journey of continued growth as a preservation and heritage organization. Continued growth during a time reminiscent of decades ago when hatred led to the greatest atrocities to the Jewish people.
I invite you to join us in celebrating and commemorating this exciting milestone and to support us in our continued efforts to preserve and promote the legacy of the Bardejov Jewish community. Together, we can ensure that the history and contribution of our ancestors are never forgotten and that their legacy continues to inspire future generations forever. Aside from the newly constructed museum, we have reconstructed the Jewish Cemetery, built a world-renowned Holocaust Memorial, and we are working on the plans for the Mikveh. Finally, Bardejov Jewish Preservation Committee is proud to have produced a film entitled “Bardejov”.
The film is based on the true story of the Rafuel Lowy and his courageous fight to save the lives of 300 young Bardejov women. It shows the untold story of the Holocaust, that of the Jews fighting to save girls from getting on the transports to Auschwitz. Bardejov Jewish Preservation Committee is proud to be a part of “Bardejov” the film and hope that you will watch it. The film is available for streaming on Apple+, Amazon Prime, Google Play, Microsoft Xbox, Vimeo, VUDU and YouTube in the United States and will soon be released globally.
Thank you for your ongoing support, and we look forward to embarking on this journey together, it has just begun!
Emil A. Fish
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"Bardejov" – Los Angeles Premiere |
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The premiere was held Wednesday, March 13th at the Harmony Gold Theater in Los Angeles. The screening was followed by a Q&A with Mr. Emil Fish, producer of the film and founder of BJPC, the film's director, Danny Abeckaser, the principal actor, Robert Davi, and others involved with the production of the film.
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Ten-year Anniversary of the Dedication
of Bardejov's Holocaust Memorial and
Beit Hamidrash Museum Inauguration
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Tuesday, June 25th to Thursday, June 27th, 2024 |
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We are thrilled to share the preliminary plans with you for the Ten-year Anniversary of the Dedication of Bardejov's Holocaust Memorial and Beit Hamidrash Museum Inauguration.
Our program will start with a welcome coffee on Tuesday afternoon, when we will meet all of you, and provide you with your welcome packet. The following is a loose idea of what the program will entail. We will send a follow up email shortly with prices and lodging information:
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Tuesday evening after dinner we will meet for an evening program that will include lectures, discussions, and possible film screening.
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Wednesday will include daytime tours, Commemoration Ceremony in the Memorial, Reception, Dedication of the Beit Hamidrash, and evening program in the Suburbia yard.
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Thursday morning will include free time to schmooze with new friends and old as you prepare for your journey home.
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Beit Hamidrash Museum Progress |
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Please enjoy some new photos shared by architect Milo Olejar showing the restoration progress of Beit Hamidrash. More and more we can start to see how it is coming together to become the Museum of Jewish Heritage that we envision. |
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If you have any artifacts, documents, photos, or items of any kind that you believe will be appropriate for the Bardejov Museum, please contact us. The items can be donated or loaned to the Museum.
All loaned items will be insured.
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WE NEED YOUR HELP TO BUILD THE JEWISH HERITAGE MUSEUM IN BARDEJOV! |
Our mission is to preserve Bardejov’s Jewish Heritage, memorialize and honor Bardejov Holocaust victims, and conduct educational outreach to school and community groups to teach tolerance and diversity. The Bardejov Jewish Preservation Committee relies on the support of generous individuals like you. Please consider a donation today.
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TELL YOUR FRIENDS ABOUT BJPC:
If you have any friends or know of someone who may be interested in our organization, please invite them to fill out our mailing list request form so that they can receive updates and information from us.
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