Letter from Elie Wiesel to Ted, May 10, 2002

This is a two-page program of activities for January and February 2014, organized by "Handicap Amitié Culture - Cercle d'Étude Elie Wiesel" in Marseille, in partnership with OSE (Œuvre de Secours aux Enfants). The program lists a variety of cultural, educational, recreational, and therapeutic activities. These include modern Hebrew courses with Jacob Bouzaglou, painting workshops with Évelyne, Torah courses, academic support with Nelly, and IT classes with David. Social events include a celebration for Tu B'Shevat with a lecture by historian Esther Bénichou, Loto games, bowling, and convivial meals. The "Mode Psycho" section offers workshops based on the Reuven Feuerstein method led by Florence Benhamou, a support group with Josette Keisermann, and sessions on sensory perception with Dr. Yves Cohen. A key event in February is a conference and debate with author Michaël De Saint Cheron and historian Katy Hazan on "L'OSE et Elie Wiesel, past and future". The document provides contact information for the organizing association in Marseille and its partner OSE in Paris, and lists several other partners. It features quotes from Elie Wiesel and photos by Richard Keisermann.

LeeAnn Dowd writes to Dr. Wiesel expressing her profound gratitude for meeting him and attending his Presidential Scholar seminar. She mentions enjoying excerpts from his story "King Solomon and his Magic Ring" and deeply appreciates his warmth, generosity, and particularly his impactful advice to "LEAVE A MARK." Dowd also thanks him for a signed copy of his seminal work "Night," emphasizing it will be long cherished. The letter conveys a personal and heartfelt appreciation for Wiesel's influence and contributions.

This letter, dated May 27, 1997, is from Louis J. Freeh, Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, to Mr. Elie Wiesel. Freeh expresses gratitude to Wiesel for serving as the distinguished guest speaker at the FBI's First Holocaust Remembrance Service, held on May 20, 1997. He mentions that he and the FBI employees were honored by Wiesel's presence, enjoyed their discussion, and were inspired by his words. The letter concludes by reiterating that Wiesel is a true inspiration.

This document is a letter from Bill Clinton, dated December 11, 1995, addressed to Mr. Elie Wiesel. The letter expresses gratitude for a copy of Wiesel's memoirs, titled "All Rivers Run to the Sea," and thanks Wiesel for his kind inscription. Bill Clinton also conveys best wishes to Elie Wiesel and his family, stating that Hillary joins him in sending these wishes. The letter is signed by Bill Clinton.

Madeleine Albright sends a thank-you letter to Elie, expressing gratitude for his kind letter and positive comments about her new book. She also notes a lovely coincidence: both her father and Elie are Andrew Mellon professors at the University of Denver. Albright expresses that she would very much enjoy meeting him.