Yom Hashoah
Sonoma County Yom Hashoah Commemoration is an annual event that centers around a solemn promise from the past, to the future. To the future, we honor and pass forward Jewish values from generation to generation. This is known as L'Dor V'Dor.
APRIL 19th, 2026
This year's theme "Between Silence and Story" will honor the children of survivors, and their journeys.
This is a very special event and we're honored you'd like to join us.
This year’s theme will center on the impact of the Shoah on children of survivors, who are now tasked with carrying on the legacy and experiences of their parents. Three of those second-generation survivors will discuss how those experiences have shaped their lives.
There will be musical performances, as well as candle lighting by Jewish survivors, lighters for the Roma, LGBTQ, Disabled, Righteous Among the Nations, and Political Prisoners, and those targeted by genocide.
This program is free and open to the public.
Attendees must register ahead of time.
Please note that security measures are a top priority for this event, and have been increased since last year's commemoration. All attendees need to register ahead of time: by April 15, 2026
Once registered and closer to the event, you can expect all event details to be emailed or communicated via the information used at time of registration. This will include all venue details including address, parking and accessibility.
Please reach out to us with any questions: yomhashoahsoco@gmail.com
CONTRIBUTE
MEMORIAL BOOKS
Each year, we publish a memorial book filled with names submitted from within our community. These are made available at the Commemoration and are a tangible part of how we honor and remember.
We hope you will submit, renew your submissions and spread the word.
Please submit names by April 1st, 2026
2025 MEMORIAL BOOK [COMING SOON]
DONATE
The Sonoma County Yom Hashoah Commemoration is made possible by the support of our community. Donations are appreciated, but not required. We provide opportunities to give at time or registration and memorial book submissions and donations are always accepted on our website.
If you would like to make a tax-deductible gift to this program please click below, and select "Yom Hashoah" from the program drop-down options. The JCC SoCo's tax ID number is 68-0381321.
All donors receive a tax receipt for gifts.
Planned and legacy giving options are available to support the Sonoma County Yom Hashoah Commemoration, please see our donation page for now, or contact Heather Muntzer heather@jccsoco.org directly.
Last Year's
2025 Ceremony
