Join us for this program on Zoom or in-person at Arlington Heights Memorial Library.

Pastor Chris Edmonds joins us to tell the story of his father, WWII hero Master Sgt. Roddie Edmonds, whose fearless bravery saved the lives of more than 200 Jewish American soldiers in a prisoner of war camp in Germany. Presented as part of Violins of Hope.

CLICK HERE TO JOIN THE VIRTUAL EVENT on Friday, Aug 11  OR

REGISTER BELOW TO ATTEND IN-PERSON at Arlington Heights Memorial Library.

This event is presented in partnership with JCC Chicago, Arlington Heights Memorial Aurora Public Library, Gail Borden Public Library, Joliet Public Library, Schaumburg Township District Library, Skokie Public Library, and Vernon Area Public Library. Presented as part of Violins of Hope: a collection of 70 string instruments played by Jewish musicians before and during the Holocaust that have been painstakingly restored, now touring Chicagoland libraries, museums, and cultural institutions with a message of hope, resistance, resilience, and unity.

Learn more about Violins of Hope, on display August 7 through September 7. 

We strive to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to engage fully. To request an accommodation, please call 847.392.0100, text 847.665.1491 or email us at accessibility@ahml.info