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"Forbidden Music in the Third Reich" performed by Sophia Hase

Acclaimed concert pianist, Sophia Hase, to perform the "degenerate" and feared music banned by the Nazis... ....Read More

Film Screening: "1945"

In commemoration of International Holocaust Remembrance Day,

EPHM is pleased to partner with the Jewish Federation Film Series for the screening of 1945

  Sunday - January 27, 2019 - 2:00pm Alamo Drafthouse Cinema - 250 E. Montecillo Blvd.
  Tickets: $10.00 - adults; $7.00 - students, seniors, and military; $25.00 for series of 4 films To purchase: Online: JewishElPaso.org/films Checks: JFed of Greater El Paso - 7110 N. Mesa, El Paso, TX 79912 Call: 915-842-9554 with CC info.   No Reserved Seating   For more information: JewishElPaso.org/films
  About the film, 1945: (Hungarian, English subtitles) On a sweltering August day in 1945, villagers prepare for the wedding of the town clerk's son. Meanwhile, two Orthodox Jews arrive at the village train station with mysterious boxes labeled "fragrances." The town clerk fears the men may be heirs of the village's deported Jews and expects them to demand their illegally acquired property back, originally lost during the second World War. Other villagers are afraid more survivors will come, posing a threat to the property and possessions they have claimed as their own. ....Read More

"Unity: Youth Exhibit" ... Student Voices Needed!

EPHM wants to hear from students... through art, writing, video, or multi-media! All creative work is welcome and will become part of an El Paso Youth Exhibit at EPHM. The theme for the exhibit is "Unity" -  answering the questions: How can we learn true humanity and unity from small, individual acts of courage? How can one person make an impact in their community, particularly when they witness injustice or inhumanity? Together these individual voices will tell a powerful message of what unity and humanity really means to El Paso youth. The deadline for individual submissions has been extended to November 24th. EPHM's Youth Advisory Council will also be hosting an art party: Art for U on Saturday, November 3rd, 3pm - 5pm at EPHM. Middle, high school, and college-age students are invited to attend for a fun opportunity to express themselves through art and to be part of a larger cohesive art installation. Individual and group art will become part of the Unity: Youth Exhibit as well. There is no charge to attend, but please RSVP to ephmyouthadvisory@gmail.com or call 915.351.0048. Supplies, materials, and snacks will be provided. Unity: Youth Exhibit will open to the public on December 1st - Open House, 1:00pm - 5:00pm For more information: 915.351.0048 / jamie@elpasoholocaustmuseum.org   ....Read More

Annual Members Meeting & Cocktail Party

Thursday - January 31, 2019

5:30 pm - Reception
6:00 pm - Remarks & Presentations
  This special evening will begin with a reception of wine and hors-d'oeuvres, followed by a champagne toast to a successful 2018 and look forward to an exciting 2019. The 2019 Board of Directors will also be voted in. And to cap off the evening, the winner of the 4th Annual Henry Kellen Founder's Award will be announced and presented with this award for service and dedication to EPHM. EPHM is also excited to award its first annual Student Academic Scholarship. Please RSVP: 915.351.0048 or jamie@elpasoholocaustmuseum.org  ....Read More