News of the Week – 7/26/17

We have returned from our first group tour of Irena Sendler sites in Poland. This is not something we will plan every year, many of you have been asking. The group for Poland 2017 was unique and wonderful to travel with. They were a diverse group of individuals...

News of the Week – 6/6/17

Poland 2017 We are re-tracing the steps of Irena Sendler and will share with you our travels.   Tuesday, July 11 is the beginning of a powerful trip to Warsaw. The group of 30 people will be lead by Life in a Jar teacher and director Norm Conard. Life in a Jar student...

News of the Week – 5/11/17

May 12th is a day of remembrance: Irena Sendler passed away on May 12, 2008.  Even though nine years have gone by since her death, her legacy is growing stronger and stronger. This story shares the power of one person to change the world. It is more important than...

News of the Week – 4/27/17

75 years ago today, Irena Sendler and her network were rescuing children and adults from the Warsaw Ghetto.   75 years ago today, the starvation of those in the Ghetto had reached epic proportions.    75 years ago this spring, most of the rescues done by Irena Sendler...

News of the Week – 4/6/17

You must come and see our new Irena Sendler Exhibit at the Lowell Milken Center for Unsung Heroes in Fort Scott, Kansas. We had visitors this week from Chicago. Their local college taught a class on Life in a Jar: The Irena Sendler Project!! We have no idea how many...