Chicago Association of Veterans of WWII

02/25/2025

📽️ "NATHAN-ISM" CHICAGO PREMIERE 📽️
After guarding N**i war criminals at Nuremberg, Nathan Hilu spent 70 years creating art from his memories. But what happens when those memories take on a life of their own?
In this captivating documentary, director Elan Golod explores how one outsider artist's work becomes both archive and invention.

SCREENING: March 15th at Chicago Jewish Film Festival

Director Q&A to follow!

Tickets: https://jccfilmfest.jccchicago.org/films25/nathan-ism/

EElan Golod


https://jccfilmfest.jccchicago.org/films25/nathan-ism/

At the end of World War II, Nathan Hilu, the son of Syrian Jewish immigrants to New York, received a life-changing assignment from the U.S. Army: to guard the top N**i war criminals at the Nuremberg trials.

01/25/2024

Our Chanukah Celebration 2023 was absolutely unforgettable! 🕎🎉 And it wouldn't have been possible without the amazing support of our sponsor, the Peter Polsky Freedom Fund. We can't thank you enough for everything you do to keep our association's values and mission alive, and for making this celebration so special for our beloved members.

Our yearly gathering brings so much joy to our members, many of whom have been friends for over 80 years! It's truly a testament to the lasting bonds created through this celebration.

A big shoutout to Rabbi Eliezer Dimarsky for leading a beautiful and meaningful Chanukah lighting ceremony. Your guidance and presence added so much to the experience.

And let's not forget about our incredible friends, guests, volunteers, donors, and family members who were there to share in the festivities. Your presence made this celebration even more memorable Lifeway Kefir Alef Sausage & Deli Lazar Margolin Russian-speaking Jewish Division, JUF Sofia Juravel Julia Bikbova Allegro Deli

Last but certainly not least, we want to express our gratitude to our dear friend Alena Toropov. Your photography skills captured the magic of the event, preserving these precious memories for years to come.

Thank you all for being a part of this incredible celebration. We look forward to creating more cherished moments together in the future!

01/25/2024

11/19/2023

Happy 94th birthday to our esteemed member, Lazar Margolin! 🎉🎂
We extend our warmest wishes for good health and longevity. In this photo, Lazer is joined by his beloved wife, Valentina Margolina, who also serves as our president. Stay tuned for inspiring tales of their resilience, conquering adversity, and maintaining compassion, empathy, and hope throughout their lives.

Lazar Margolin

08/01/2023

Check out our incredible office desk transformation.

🤝 We're proud to keep supporting veterans in the Chicagoland area.