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Wendell Maxey
Oct 17, 20241 min read
In Honor Of Margo Capell: Beloved Community Member, Staten Island Resident, and Holocaust Survivor
It is with much sadness and heavy hearts that we pass along our condolences to the family and friends of Margo Capell, who passed away on...
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Wendell Maxey
Aug 15, 20242 min read
Importance of Holocaust Education Comes Into Light With VP Candidate Tim Walz
More and more, communities across the United States and the world are getting a better understanding of where Tim Walz stands exactly on...
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Wendell Maxey
Jul 10, 20242 min read
Emil Jacoby’s Art and Story Still Resonates All These Years Later
The picture drawn by Emil Jacoby has become synonymous with the Staten Island Holocaust Center. It’s featured on the SIHC website. It’s...
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Wendell Maxey
Jun 26, 20241 min read
Raising Holocaust Education Awareness In Port Washington, One Step At A Time
Growing up as a young Jewish boy in Poland, Mark Schonwetter -- along with his sister and mother -- survived the Holocaust by hiding in...
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Wendell Maxey
May 23, 20241 min read
85,000 8th Graders To Receive Holocaust Education at Museum of Jewish Heritage Over Next Three Years
Randi Weingarten said it best. The President of the American Federation of Teachers, which includes and covers NYC public school...
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Wendell Maxey
May 5, 20241 min read
Staten Island Turns Out To Support Judge Philip Straniere For Community Service
It was a well-deserved honor. Thank you to everyone who joined with Staten Island Holocaust Center President, Rachel Borenstein, at the...
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Wendell Maxey
Apr 25, 20243 min read
SIHC CEO Honorable Philip S. Straniere Honored for Community Service
We are extremely proud to share the news that Staten Island Holocaust Center (SIHC) Chief Executive Officer and Staten Island Civil Court...
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Wendell Maxey
Apr 10, 20241 min read
New Online Exhibit at New York Public Library Features Rich Jewish History
You won't have to visit the New York Public Library in-person to explore their plethora of items detailing over 800 years of Jewish...
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Wendell Maxey
Mar 28, 20241 min read
Furthering Holocaust Education in NYC with College-Age Visitors
When it comes to furthering the discussion about the Holocaust, City University of New York (CUNY) is placing a focus on providing...
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Wendell Maxey
Mar 20, 20241 min read
Over A Month Later, Staten Island Continues to Stand Together Against Antisemitism
In mid-February, the community of Staten Island made state-wide headlines after police say a 25-year-old Jewish man endured antisemitic...
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Wendell Maxey
Feb 29, 20241 min read
Former MIT Professor Who Took Stand Against Antisemitism Joins Yeshiva University
If you don't know the name Mauricio Karchmer, you will after hearing his compelling story about bravery and doing the right thing....
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Wendell Maxey
Feb 20, 20242 min read
Is Holocaust Education Really Changing in America's Schools?
Back in late 2022, news circulated across New York about the increased need for Holocaust Education in public schools following a study...
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Wendell Maxey
Dec 20, 20233 min read
New York Helps Lead National Way With Reauthorization of Never Again Education Act
Recently, there was some good news reported coming out of Washington DC that has some very strong connections to New York. It's also...
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Wendell Maxey
Dec 14, 20232 min read
Local Holocaust Education Shines Through In Staten Island
Over the last two months, Staten Island has bustled with activity and participation in local community offerings focused on furthering...
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Wendell Maxey
Dec 6, 20231 min read
SIHC's Commemorating Kristallnacht Featured In Staten Island Advance
After hosting a compelling evening and Commemorating Kristallnacht event at the JCC of Staten Island on Tuesday, November 28, the Staten...
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Wendell Maxey
Nov 29, 20231 min read
Look Back on Commemorating Kristallnacht with Staten Island Holocaust Center
Thank you to everyone who came out to attend and support Commemorating Kristallnacht at the JCC of Staten Island presented by the Staten...
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Wendell Maxey
Nov 28, 20232 min read
GivingTuesday: Donate To SIHC
This year has made us so thankful for each other and the community here in Staten Island. It’s because of you that this GivingTuesday is...
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Wendell Maxey
Nov 20, 20231 min read
An Invite From SIHC President Rachel Borenstein: Commemorating Kristallnacht
A Letter from Staten Island Holocaust Center President, Rachel Borenstein... I would like to personally invite all of you to a Holocaust...
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Wendell Maxey
Nov 13, 20232 min read
SIHC to Attend March for Israel in Washington DC
On Tuesday, November 14, Staten Island Holocaust Center President, Rachel Borenstein, will join fellow Jewish communities and others from...
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Wendell Maxey
Oct 17, 20231 min read
Staten Island Holocaust Center Commemorates Kristallnacht In November
Join the Staten Island Holocaust Center to remember Kristallnacht, the start of the Holocaust, and to raise awareness about dismantling...
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