The People Next Door: Witnessing the Holocaust

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Teens, Adults
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Awards Reception and Exhibition Opening

Join local students as they showcase their entries in The People Next Door student art, video and creative writing contest. After opening remarks and a non-denominational candle lighting, contest winners will be announced. Select students will discuss or read their work. Light refreshments will be served. 

Warning: some works may contain mature themes. Co-presented by Mishawaka-Penn-Harris Public Library and the Kurt & Tessye Simon Foundation for Holocaust Remembrance. Learn more at www.peoplenextdoor.org
 

Exhibition of Student Art, Video and Creative Writing 

Come experience the artistic talents of local high school students. Each work on display is inspired by the personal stories of Holocaust survivors who rebuilt their lives right here in Michiana. The artwork will be on display during normal library hours the following week, at our Mishawaka location in the Lower-Level Atrium.  

 

No registration required. 

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Due to demand and limitations in space and/or supplies for our programs, we ask that you cancel at least 24 hours in advance to give the chance for other patrons to attend. Failure to cancel your registration or inform a library staff member of your cancellation at least 24 hours in advance may result in a temporary registration block for upcoming programs. 

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