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Holocaust in Film Series 2024: Film #3, “Rescue in the Philippines: Refuge from the Holocaust”

Sidewalk Films 1821 2nd Ave N, Birmingham, AL, United States

Join us for a special screening of “Rescue in The Philippines," a one-hour documentary of a real-file Casablanca, full of intrigue, unlikely heroes, and a perilous humanitarian mission to save Jews from persecution half a world away. The screening will be followed by an online conversation with Holocaust Survivor Ralph Preiss, who fled to the Philippines with his family. The second-to-last film in our 11th Annual Holocaust in Film Series, this screening and discussion will be moderated by UAB Prof. Michele Forman. Rescue in the Philippines documents a high-profile group of cigar-smoking poker buddies, including Colonel Dwight Eisenhower, devising an intricate plan to successfully rescue up to 1,300 Jews from the Nazis. This gripping story is told through interviews with historians and relatives of the key players. First-person accounts from survivors detail their harrowing escape from Europe and immigration to the Philippines. The 2024 Holocaust in Film Series is presented by Perlman Charitable Fund.

$10

Temple Beth El Board Meeting

Temple Beth-El 2179 Highland Avenue, Birmingham, AL, United States

TBE Board Meeting

Movie-Talk Village: Shared Legacies

Temple Beth-El 2179 Highland Avenue, Birmingham, AL, United States

In honor of Black History Month, on Feb 18, Movie-Talk Village will present “Shared Legacies,” by Shari Rogers at 6:30. This 2020 production is a compelling and transformative documentary of Jewish-Black cooperation during the Civil Rights struggle. Gail and Abe Schuster will host and we will welcome some special guests from the local African-American community, among whom will be Lisa McNair, the sister of Denise McNair, who was one of the four girls killed at 16th Street Baptist in 63.

LJCC Governing Board

LJCC Board Room

Meeting of the LJCC Governing Board

The Rabbinic Trio

Knesseth Israel Congregation 3100 Overton Road, Birmingham

Knesseth Israel is happy to welcome back the Travelling Rabbinic Trio. They will be spending shabbat in our community davening, sharing meals and oneg, and making this shabbat special.

Bubbie’s STEM Kitchen – PARENT EDITION!

N.E. Miles Jewish Day School 4000 Montclair Road, Birmingham

PJ Library & NEMJDS are hosting a grown up version of Bubbie's STEM Ktichen for parents with children ages 2 - 5 years old. Parents will learn about the science of drink mixology, create an art project, snack and socialize. No kids.

FREE

Taking Action Together: Drawing Strength From the Past with Ann Arnold

Zoom

Join Ann Arnold in a powerful inspirational talk as she shares her extraordinary journey as a second-generation Holocaust survivor. Drawing strength from her family’s harrowing past, Ann Arnold embarked on a mission to ensure that the lessons of history are never forgotten. In this talk, Ann recounts the emotional and impactful stories passed down through generations, revealing the resilience and courage that inspired her to make a difference. Fueled by a deep sense of responsibility as well as a life-changing trip in Poland, she transformed her experiences into action by founding the Mark Schonwetter Holocaust Education Foundation with her sister. Each of us holds power within our personal voice. Join Ann Arnold to discover how you can tap into your own relationship with history to combat systems of violence.

Free

Sacred Grandparenting: Raising Resilient Jewish Children in Interfaith Homes

Temple Emanu-El 2100 Highland Ave, Birmingham, AL, United States

Grandparents are key bridges between Jewish identity and grandchildren—especially those being raised by one Jewish parent, whether single or intermarried. Lessons from the National Jewish Grandparents Study and intergenerational best practices will be discussed. Lunch and Learn with Scholar in Residence, Dr. Keren R. McGinity, USCJ Interfaith Specialist Research Associate, Hadassah-Brandeis Institute at Brandeis University Part of Temple Beth El’s Interfaith Shabbat Weekend Supported by the Birmingham Jewish Foundation, as well as the Suzanne and Howard Bearman adult education fund and TBE Rejuvenation Fund of the Temple Beth El foundation. Sacred grandparenting is additionally supported by the Steiner Interfaith Fund of the Grafman Endowment Fund of Temple Emanu-El.