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A World at War: Taking a Closer Look at WWII

Posted on January 24, 2019 by Barbara

The Spring 2019 Fairhaven Lecture Series will focus on “A World at War: Taking a Closer Look at WWII.” All lectures are free and take place on Mondays at 3pm in Fellowship Hall of Fairhaven Senior Services (435 West Starin … Continue reading →

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World War II Survivor, Kristallnacht

Posted on November 7, 2013 by Barbara

Joseph Koek, survivor of World War II, will share his experiences on Thurs., Nov. 7th, at 5:30pm in Heide 100. At this time attendees will also join the Jewish Student Organization in commemorating the 75th anniversary of Kristallnacht (Night of … Continue reading →

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70th anniversary of “a date which will live in infamy”

Posted on December 7, 2011 by Barbara

December 7 is “a date which will live in infamy.” Do you recognize this quote? 70 years ago President Franklin D. Roosevelt said that about the day of Japan’s bombing of the U.S. Naval Base at Pearl Harbor in his … Continue reading →

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