Events Calendar

Rehovot Branch Documentary Film: “A Voice among the Silent: the Legacy of James G. McDonald” @ Home of Ellie and Steve Morris

Feb 23 @ 20:30 – 22:30

HOB Rehovot invites you to meet one of Israel’s unsung heroes in a documentary film “A VOICE AMONG THE SILENT: The Legacy of James G. McDonald” made by award-winning film-maker Shuli Eshel. Shuli will present the film followed by a question and answer session.

This is the first documentary to focus on James Grover McDonald’s remarkable efforts to warn the world of Adolf Hitler’s plans for the Jews. The incredible story of McDonald’s foresight was almost lost to history until his meticulously kept diaries were discovered in 2003.

As League of Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, McDonald worked tirelessly to find safe havens for refugees fleeing Nazi Germany.

McDonald later became the first US Ambassador to Israel.

Places are limited so please book in advance with Linda as above.
You can pay using the Paybox link https://web.payboxapp.com/?v=j&g=63d827fb03b74800089dd3d6#/

Categories: Film Speaker

Rehovot Branch: Documentary Film “A Voice among the Silent” – the legacy of James G. McDonald @ Home of Ellie and Steve Morris

Feb 23 @ 20:30 – 22:30

Places are limited so please book in advance with Linda Geffon, as above.

You can pay using the Paybox link below using the Paybox app

The film-maker, Shuli Eshel, will be present at the showing and take questions afterwards.

This is the first documentary to shine light on James McDonald’s remarkable efforts to warn the world of Adolf Hitler’s plan for the Jews. The incredible story of McDonald’s foresight was almost lost to history until his meticulously kept diaries were discovered in 2003.

The son of Catholic immigrants, James Grover McDonald was one of the first Americans to meet face-to-face with Hitler in 1933. Shocked by Hitler’s threats, McDonald, as League of Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, worked tirelessly to find safe havens for refugees fleeing Nazi Germany. McDonald repeatedly warned world leaders including President Franklin D Roosevelt and future Pope Pius XII of the looming tragedy he foresaw.

President Harry Truman appointed McDonald the first US Ambassador to Israel. McDonald’s role was pivotal in aiding the new state and shaping American-Israeli friendship. McDonald spoke up when others were silent. McDonald’s bravery is a model for human decency and courage that is as relevant today as it was 80 years ago.

In 1951-52, McDonald wrote in his “Coda”: “To me, the threat of Jewish extermination in Germany was a threat also to all Christians, indeed to all freedom of religion and all democratic ideals and principles. The threat to Jews was not only a hideous wrong but also created a world problem of overwhelming significance. Hence it was that only for the sake of the Jews but for the larger cause of freedom, justice, and equal treatment of all human beings, everywhere, whatever their race, religion, or nationality, I – a blonde “Aryan” offspring of Scotch-Canadian and Midwest American stock, a teacher and student by profession and inclination – became a champion for Jewish aspirations and equal human rights … It was an irresistible call.”

Categories: Film

Tel Aviv Branch Breakfast @ Mezizim Beach restaurant

Mar 17 @ 10:30 – 12:00

Booking with Sue required for numbers for the restaurant.

Categories: Meal

Tel Aviv Breakfast @ Stolero, by Gordon Pool

Jun 9 @ 10:30 – 12:30

Please book with Sue if you wish to come.

Categories: Meal

Tel Aviv Branch Breakfast @ Metzizim Beach Cafe

Jul 14 @ 10:30 – 12:30

Metzizim Beach is the next beach after the Hilton Hotel and going towards the port.

Please let Sue know if you plan to attend as the restaurant needs the numbers

Categories: Meal

Rehovot Annual Barbecue @ Garden in Beit Shemesh

Aug 3 @ 20:30 – 22:30

Categories: Meal

Tel Aviv Breakfast @ Asimi (formerly Masada)

Oct 13 @ 10:30 – 12:30

This is a kosher restaurant. Please let Sue know if you plan to come, so that the restaurant can be informed of the numbers..

Categories: Meal

Tel Aviv Breakfast @ Stolero Restaurant

Feb 16 @ 22:30 – 12:30

Our next breakfast will be on Friday 16th February at Stolero Restaurant at 10:30. Please book with me as soon as possible if you wish to attend as numbers are limited to 20 people.

Our first breakfast for 3 months (held in January) went very well. We had 20 people, and everyone was very happy to catch up with old friends.

Sue Field, Chairman

email: field.sue@gmail.com