Feb

11 2026

505 Days in a Hamas Tunnel: An Evening with Hostage Survivor Omer Wenkert

6:00PM - 8:00PM  

Location provided upon registration confirmation

Join Chabad Mid-Hudson Valley, in collaboration with the Jewish Federation of Dutchess County, for 505 Days in a Hamas Tunnel: An Evening with Hostage Survivor Omer Wenkert.

Wednesday, February 11
6:00 PM

Location: Provided upon registration confirmation

Abducted by Hamas on October 7 from the Nova Music Festival, Omer Wenkert was held captive in Gaza for 505 days as one of the longest-held civilian hostages taken that day. He was among the final six living hostages released. He shares his firsthand account of survival and resilience, inviting the community to bear witness to the brutal reality of Hamas terrorism less than one year after his dramatic release from captivity.

Admission: $36 (light refreshments included)
Registration Required: [email protected]
or call 917-468-6128 / 845-463-5801

Security will be on-site.


Tap on link to read The Times of Israel article: Hamas frees final 6 living hostages in phase 1 of deal; all reunite with family in Israel