Page 4 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, February 28, 2025 Holocaust survivor will tell her story on Monday A rea residents will have a rare and powerful opportunity to hear firsthand from Holocaust survivor Helga Melmed, who will share her story of survival, resilience and hope on Monday. Hosted by Lawrence A. Simeone Jr. Attorney-at-Law ~ Since 1989 ~ * Corporate Litigation * Criminal/Civil * MCAD * Zoning/Land Court * Wetlands Litigation * Workmen’s Compensation * Landlord/Tenant Litigation * Real Estate Law * Construction Litigation * Tax Lien * Personal Injury * Bankruptcy * Wrongful Death * Zoning/Permitting Litigation 300 Broadway, Suite 1, Revere * 781-286-1560 lsimeonejr@simeonelaw.net Chabad of Wakefield, this special event will take place at the William E. Endslow Performing Arts Center at Reading Memorial High School at 62 Oakland Rd. in Reading. At 97 years old, Helga Melmed is among the last living witnesses to the atrocities of the Holocaust. Born in Berlin, her childhood was shattered by Nazi persecution. At just five years old, she was beaten by her schoolteacher for being Jewish. By age 13, she was deported to the Lodz Ghetto, where her father was murdered. She was later sent to Auschwitz, endured forced labor camps and survived a brutal death march to Bergen-Belsen. When the British liberated the camp in April 1945, she weighed only 46 pounds and was gravely ill. Dan - 1972 Celebrating 52 Years! When in need, call ABC! Helga Melmed, a 97-year-old Holocaust survivor, will be the guest speaker at 7 p.m. Monday during a special program hosted by Chabad of Wakefield at the William E. Endslow Performing Arts Center at Reading Memorial High School. (Courtesy photo to the Saugus Advocate) Now, she is flying in from FloriChris 2023 * Travel Humidors * Desk Top Humidors * Many Types of Lighters * Ash Trays * Juuls * Vapes * Glass Pipes * Rewards Program * CBD Infused Products * GIFTS UNDER $30 - GIFT CERTIFICATES ALL MAJOR BRANDS Singles * Tins * Bundles * Boxes SMOKER’S DELIGHT! 15 HANDMADE CIGARS! Four-Year-Old Tobacco * 100% Long Filler * Cellophane $49.95 HOURS: OPEN DAILY Monday thru Sunday, 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM R.Y.O. TOBACCO & TUBES ON SALE! SPECIAL SALE! TRAVEL HUMIDORS & ALL BONGS! A.B.C. CIGAR 170 REVERE ST., REVERE (781) 289-4959 --------HUMIDORS ON SALE! STARTING AT $99. COMPLETE! --------da for this special evening, determined to share her story so history is never forgotten. “With antisemitism and hate on the rise, it is more important than ever to listen to survivors while we still can,” said Rabbi Sruly Brook of Chabad of Wakefield, the event’s organizer. “Helga’s story is a reminder of where unchecked hate leads, and why we must stand together as a community against intolerance.” Adding to the evening’s emotional depth, a violinist will perform the haunting theme from “Schindler’s List,” setting the tone for reflection and remembrance. “Hate and violence bring only destruction,” Melmed says. “I share my COMMISSION | FROM PAGE 1 to investigate these emerging firearm safety technologies and consider opportunities for Massachusetts to remain a leader in reducing gun violence and empowering law enforcement to prevent and prosecute crime.” Representative Lipper-Garabedian chaired the Special Commission’s first hearing on January 28 with Commissioner introductions and context-setting of the work ahead. The second hearing, on February 10, served as the first hearing on microstamping technology. The Representative welcomed exstory so people understand where hatred leads and why we must choose kindness instead.” This event is open to the entire community and is made possible by Chabad of Wakefield and generous corporate sponsors. Tickets are $18 for adults and $10 for students (ages 14-18). Corporate sponsorship opportunities are available for $1,000, with sponsors receiving recognition on all promotional materials. Reserve your seat today at www. JewishWakefield.com/tickets or call 781-205-9593. Join us for this unforgettable evening of history, remembrance and unity. The doors open at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, March 3, and the program gets underway at 7 p.m. pert testimony from esteemed guests including New Jersey Attorney General’s Office, representing one of the states with current microstamping law; the attorney serving as the chair of the American Bar Association’s Standing Committee on Gun Violence; and a professor at the Johns Hopkins Center for Gun Violence Solutions. The Special Commission will hold its third hearing and its second on microstamping on March 4. More about the Commission and hearing recordings can be found at http://tinyurl. com/EmergingFirearmTechCommission.
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