On Tisha B’Av, from 6:30-7:30 p.m., Congregation Darchei Noam of Fair Lawn will present two films about survivors of the Holocaust: “Greenhorn,” adapted from the book by Darchei member Anna Olswanger, and “Schindler’s List Survivor,” the story of Schaja Kleinberg, grandfather of Darchei member Mickey Blumenfeld Weisberger.
“Greenhorn,” directed by Tom Whitus and co-produced by Anna Olswanger, is based on a true story in the childhood of Rabbi Rafael Grossman, who lived in Englewood prior to his passing this past Yom HaShoah in Jerusalem. In the film, a young Holocaust survivor named Daniel arrives in 1946 at a Brooklyn yeshiva to study and live. He is befriended by Aaron, a boy with a stutter, and the two of them stand up to the bullies who make fun of them—Aaron because of his stutter and Daniel because of the small box (with its terrible secret) that he won’t let out of his sight. “Greenhorn” was made possible through the generosity of several Darchei Noam families.
“Schindler’s List Survivor” offers a look at the life of survivor Schaja Kleinberg, who was saved by Oskar Schindler. Narrated by Malka Blumenfeld, the film reveals how Schaja survived the war, what his life stood for and what his legacy will always be known for.
Congregation Darchei Noam is located at 10-04 Alexander Avenue in Fair Lawn. All are welcome to attend, regardless of affiliation. No charge.