West Hollywood to Hold Annual Yom HaShoah Commemoration

The ceremony at Plummer Park will feature survivor testimony and a candle lighting ceremony.

Apr. 14, 2026 at 12:41pm

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An abstract, impressionistic photograph of a single candle flame casting a warm, golden glow on blurred figures in the background, conveying a sense of reverence and remembrance.The annual Yom HaShoah commemoration in West Hollywood provides a solemn yet uplifting moment for the community to honor Holocaust victims and survivors.West Hollywood Today

Survivors and community members will gather in West Hollywood's Plummer Park on Wednesday for the city's annual Yom HaShoah commemoration to honor the millions of lives lost during the Holocaust. The program will include firsthand testimony from Holocaust survivor Eva Nathanson, a performance by the Hillel Hebrew Academy Children's Choir, and a traditional candlelighting ceremony.

Why it matters

West Hollywood is home to many Holocaust survivors, and the annual Yom HaShoah event is a vital opportunity for the community to reaffirm its commitment to fighting prejudice and remembering the atrocities of the past.

The details

The 2026 Yom HaShoah remembrance begins at 12 p.m. in Fiesta Hall and will feature a multi-disciplinary approach to remembrance, including a theatrical screening, musical tribute, and educational outreach focused on sharing survivor stories from the Shoah Foundation Archive.

  • The ceremony will take place on Wednesday, April 16, 2026.
  • The event begins at 12 p.m. in Fiesta Hall at Plummer Park.

The players

Eva Nathanson

A Holocaust survivor who will provide firsthand testimony at the event.

Hillel Hebrew Academy Children's Choir

A musical group that will perform at the Yom HaShoah commemoration.

Cantor Alexander Berkovich

A cantor who will provide a musical tribute as part of the ceremony.

Tatyana Rodzinek

The Russian Community Programs Coordinator for the City of West Hollywood, who is coordinating RSVPs for the event.

City of West Hollywood

The local government hosting the annual Yom HaShoah commemoration.

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What’s next

Those planning to attend the Yom HaShoah commemoration are requested to RSVP by contacting Tatyana Rodzinek, the city's Russian Community Programs Coordinator, at (323) 848-6826 or via email at [email protected].

The takeaway

West Hollywood's annual Yom HaShoah event serves as a solemn tribute to the millions of lives lost during the Holocaust, while also highlighting acts of resistance and the resilience of survivors. By sharing firsthand accounts and preserving the stories of the past, the community reaffirms its commitment to fighting prejudice and educating future generations about the dangers of hatred and genocide.