The Boys Holocaust Survivors in the Epping Forest District and other District Council events

This free exhibition tells the story of Holocaust survivors sent to Holmehurst Hostel in Loughton and the staff that supported them. Showcasing video testimonies from the survivors and objects from the Jewish Museum and Imperial War Museum, London, the exhibition will explore the story of the concentration camps and the Loughton boy’s liberation and survival.

Open until 4 September 2021. Online talks in association with The Boys. You can book your place by calling 01992 564226, lines open 10am-4pm, Mon-Fri, or book online at: https://eppingforestdc.bookinglive.com/. All talks are £5.

The People on the Beach Journeys to Freedom After the Holocaust by Rosie Whitehouse: Thursday 20th May: 7pm-8pm.

We Came from Hell to Paradise The Lake District Holocaust Project by Trevor Avery: Thursday 17th June: 7pm-8pm. Edith & Gerson Frydman Their Journey Before, During and After the Holocaust, by Robin Frydman Schall, Thursday 8th July: 7pm-8pm.

News: Stay safe, stay aware and take care.

Free information pack with advice on how to avoid scams, when to call 999, avoiding fire in the home and much more. Email kmurray@eppingforestdc.gov.uk to receive a free copy.

Wildlife walks route inspiration

If you are looking for some suggestions for where to head out on a walk a little further afield, then check out https://www.visiteppingforest.org/explore to browse some local options and learn a little more about the wildlife and history of the area.

Youth Council launch MiLife C19

The latest Epping Forest Youth Council Project, MiLife C19, is an online resource for secondary schools. The MiLife section on www.milife.org.uk includes useful signposting, films about fitness, relaxation and craft making and even lesson plans for teachers.

This resource is designed by young people for young people and has been informed by the Youth Council’s own COVID-19 Health & Wellbeing Survey.

Key items: 250th exhibition and accompanying talks programme at Epping Forest District Museum Free resources including: local walking routes, mental health support for young people and ‘stay safe’ packs.

(Image for The Boys exhibition of the young Holocaust survivors in the District has been kindly donated by a local family. With kind thanks to The Fox family.)