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Yom HaZikaron Ceremony

Date: Sunday, May 12
Time: 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm (EDT)
West Orange

Our week of celebrating Israel begins with the solemn observance of Yom HaZikaron, Israel’s Memorial Day. 

Join your Greater MetroWest community and our rishonimand shlichotas we remember Israel’s fallen soldiers, victims of terror attacks, and all who gave their lives for the state of Israel.

This year’s ceremony will also honor the victims of the October 7 attacks and those who fought bravely to defend their homes and families.

An exhibition of photos by First Sergeant Lavi Lipshitz z”l, 20 years old, a Givati soldier and photographer who was killed in battle in Northern Gaza on October 31, we be held as well. 

*Address provided upon registration

We support and #StandWithIsrael as we continue to build a strong Jewish community here in NJ

Questions? Contact Maya Lior at mlior@jfedgmw.org. 


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