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THE HOLOCAUST
MUSEUM LUNCHEON

Featuring Tom Dugan,

acclaimed author of Wiesenthal

The Holocaust Museum & Janet G. and Harvey D. Cohen Education Center presents its annual
winter fundraising event, The Luncheon, on Wednesday, December 7, 2022, from 11:30am-2:00pm,
at an exclusive private club in Naples.

The program will include a special appearance political affiliations. As Mr. Wiesenthal said, Education programs not only provide histori- Beach Shelling, Afternoon & Sunset
by actor/author Tom Dugan, who will perform “For evil to flourish, it only requires good men cal context, but also the personal stories of local
excerpts of his award-winning one-man play, to do nothing.” residents who are Holocaust Survivors and Sightseeing, Sunset Dinners, Hors D’oeuvres
Wiesenthal, based on the life of well-known The Holocaust Museum & Cohen Education Camp Liberators. Each year these programs
Holocaust Survivor, Simon Wiesenthal. Filled Center’s mission is to teach the lessons of the impact thousands of Southwest Florida stu- Private Charters, Specialty Cruises,
with hope, humanity, and humor, this original Holocaust to inspire action against bigotry, dents and members of the public, encourag-
work shares Wiesenthal’s inspiring story. He hatred and violence. The Museum’s Holocaust ing them to become “Upstanders”—those who Weddings & More also Available!
escaped death at the hands of the Nazis, but will act against bigotry and hatred whenever
sadly lost 89 family members in the Holocaust. and wherever they encounter it. They learn
Following World War II, Wiesenthal dedi- why respect for one another is so important,
cated himself to pursuing Nazi war criminals and the terrible consequences when disrespect
and bringing them to justice. Through more takes over. Sadly, genocide continues to happen
than six decades of diligent work, he tracked around the world today. We all have the power
down over 1,000 of these criminals, including to make a positive impact on our communi-
the infamous architect of the “Final Solution,” ties. By treating ourselves and others with
Adolf Eichmann. respect and kindness, we can blunt the nega-
The play is set in Wiesenthal’s office, on the tive impact of hatred and improve the lives of
eve of his retirement. He’s meeting with a last those around us.
group of students. As they discuss the impact of Simon Wiesenthal, 1982 Following his performance, Mr. Dugan will
marginalized and persecuted on the basis of ( respect and kindness, we can blunt the ( and Mr. Dugan would be happy to autograph
his life’s work, he reminds them that mankind We all have the power to make participate in an audience Q&A. Copies of
his book Wiesenthal will be available for sale,
must remain vigilant and continue to stand up
against bigotry and hatred. Despite the seem-
a positive impact on our communities.
By treating ourselves and others with
all copies sold at the event. The book includes
ing progress of civilization since World War II,
the complete play script, and a student study
people continue to be discriminated against,
negative impact of hatred and
book club use.
their religion, ethnic backgrounds, gender and improve the lives of those around us. guide as well as a section with questions for
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A variety of Sponsorship Packages are available. Advance reservations are required, and net proceeds of
deck & tritoon Paddleboards Fishing Charters
the event will benefit the Museum’s Education programs. For more information, please visit www.HMCEC.org.
Boat rentals Kayaks & gift shop!

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