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Nassau HMTC Hosts Annual Tribute Dinner
Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center in Glen Cove celebrates 21 years of standing up to hatred, intolerance and bullying.
More than 400 people celebrated 21 years of standing up to hatred, intolerance, and bullying at the Holocaust Memorial & Tolerance Center of Nassau County’s (“HMTC”) Annual Tribute Dinner on Tuesday, November 19th. The celebration was led by Keith and Samantha Gutstein and Jordan and Robyn Linn at Old Westbury Hebrew Congregation.
The Hon. Jon Cooper and Jack Foley were the Tribute Dinner Honorees, and both have made major contributions to the business and public sectors on Long Island. They shared their personal stories and devotion to teaching their children to be Upstanders in their own communities.
According to Steven Markowitz, HMTC Chairman, “We are extremely gratified with the wonderful turnout for our annual Tribute Dinner and for the outpouring of support for the work that we do. If we, the Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center of Nassau County, can play a role in changing attitudes and behavior today, then we are paying the greatest respect to those who suffered, and those who died because of unimaginable hate.”
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The guest speaker was Dr. Bernd Wollschlaeger, author of “A German Life: Against All Odds, Change Is Possible.” The audience spontaneously rose to its feet and applauded after powerful remarks from Dr. Wollschlaeger about his pursuit of the truth, and his spiritual orientation which led to his emigration to Israel and conversion to Judaism.
Gloria Gaynor performed her acclaimed hit “I Will Survive” and discussed her upcoming book
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“We Will Survive,” featuring forty inspirational stories about survivors of all kinds, including Annie Bleiberg, a Holocaust Survivor. Gloria’s discussion of her new friendship with Annie and her performance presented the powerful message of finding comfort and hope while facing adversity.
The evening also included recognition of past HMTC Treasurer, Neil Tannor, for his outstanding devotion to the Center and serving as Treasurer for 20 years. Another highlight was the presentation of the Bruce Morrell Education Award to Lori Gately.
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