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Summer Fun with
July Book Selections!
Each PJ Library book has a dedicated page on the new PJ website. On each book page, you will find a short synopsis, information about the authors and illustrators, the parent reading guide, and related links.
AGES 6 MONTHS TO 2 YRS
Apples and Honey
AGES 2 TO 3 YEARS
Today Is the
Birthday of the World
AGES 3 TO 4 YEARS
Engineer Ari and the
Rosh Hashanah Ride
AGES 4 TO 5 YEARS
Beni's Family Treasury
AGES 4 TO 5 YEARS
The Sticky Shofar
AGES 5 TO 6 YEARS
The Hardest Word
AGES 6 TO 7 YEARS
New Year at the Pier
AGES 7 TO 8 YEARS
The Secret Shofar of Barcelona
Check out the reading guides for these books.
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There's probably nothing cuter than your little one lighting up with joy when that white PJ Libary envelope arrives -- or, more likely, when you sit down to read and cuddle.
Next time, take a snapshot of the happy occasion and share it with us. PJ National often asks us for photos of their "clients" and we'd love to see Silicon Valley PJ kids represented.
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| From the National PJ Library "Blog" |
Friends & Family:
Two Values for Summer
It's hot outside, and that means summer is really here.
For children (especially school-aged children) summer has the allure of freedom and fun, with many ways to relax and grow at the same time.
Have you talked with your children about summertime opportunities to play with friends and enjoy family?
Specifically, have you considered the ways in which friends and family are valued in Judaism?
Consider a few of the summer-related materials found here.
These ideas come from PJ Library and its partner Shalom Sesame. We hope they help spark meaningful summer conversations in your home!
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Renewal Time???
Change of Address??? | |
If it's time for you to opt in for renewal, do so by submitting a completed online renewal form.
If you are moving, your books will NOT be forwarded unless we know your new address.
Click here for either renewals or changes of address. |
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| Greetings! | |
Summer is a wonderful time for all kinds of explorations. We know many parents who want their children not only to enjoy summer, but also to be engaged in activities that do a mitzvah (a good deed) for people in their world.
May you enjoy the warmth of August -- the weather, the family time, and the opportunity to reach out to others.
Here's a chance for children to express themselves this summer -- and earn the chance to win an iPad!
PJ Library and Voices and Visions [a new Jewish arts initiative of the Harold Grinspoon Foundation that pairs great Jewish quotes with original artistic interpretations] are co-sponsoring a
Make-a-Poster Contest
for children based on ideas inspired by this quote:
"If you see something that is broken, fix it."
--Rabbi Lawrence Kushner
We heartily encourage every PJ Library child in Silicon Valley to participate in this contest. We know there's a lot of talent out there, and want to share it with the community! We look forward to your participation.
Enjoy your summer. May it be filled with happy, familiar activities and exciting new adventures!
B'Shalom,
Rabbi Leslie and Eleanor
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Thanks to all who responded to our recent
PJL Survey! | |
A hearty "Mazal Tov" to Stephanie Rothstein, mother of Silver and Izzy, who is the winner of a $100 gift certificate to The Gap in appreciation for completing the survey.
To all of you who did respond, your insights and responses were much appreciated. Together, we will continue to strengthen and enrich our PJ Library program!
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Animal "Warm Fuzzies" Summer Fun! | |
"Pony-Up" Petting Zoo
Comes to Congregation Sinai
Thursday, August 2, 2010 -- 4:00 - 5:30 pm
1532 Willowbrae Avenue, San Jose
 Enjoy an afternoon playing with bunnies, piggies, chicks, and goats in the Courtyard at Congregation Sinai.
"Pony Up" -- a petting zoo group that can be seen at Gilroy Gardens on weekends in summer -- will be all ours to have fun with and share!
Free if you RSVP in advance to
http://www.jvalley.org/events/2012/8/2/pj-library-brings-pony-up-petting-zoo-to-cong-sinai. $5 at the door.
See Flyer
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"Mommy and Me" at Santana Row | |
Visit the PJ Library Tables at the Oak Tree Lounge area (near Pinkberry at the intersection with Olin Avenue, Santana Row, San Jose)
We're going back to Santana Row for "Mommy and Me" playtimes. featuring special arts and crafts with PJ Library. Come, enjoy, and be sure to stop by and say hello! There will be also entertainment sponsored by the shopping center and many other interesting booths from community organizations.
Tuesday, August 14
10:00 to noon
There will be "Sports of all Sorts" at Santana Row's popular Mommy & Me on The Row. Also featured will be Andy Z and interactive tae kwon do lessons. PJ Library will be doing bubble play and a storytime with books about sports.
Tuesday, September 11
10:00 to noon
This month's theme at Mommy and Me on the Row is "Cooking with Kids." PJ Library will invite children to experience traditional Rosh HaShanah (New Year) foods -- apples and honey as well as challah and honey. We'll blow bubbles, have a storytime about the holiday, and celebrate community culture.
Please stop by and say hello!
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Mesibah and PJ Library Celebrate Rosh Hashanah | |
PJ Library at Mesibah Family Fun Day
September 5, 2012 -- 3:00-5:00pm
Addison Penzak JCC, 14855 Oka Road, Los Gatos
Join PJ Library for a spirited storytime at the Addison Penzak JCC's Mesibah Family Fun Day. Mesibah is the Hebrew word for "party" and this month's party will celebrate the Jewish New Year, Rosh Hashana!
Children ages 2-10 years and their parents or caregivers are invited to join the FREE party. Crafts, Snacks, Stories, Bounce House and more. Contact: Elizabeth Nunez, elizabeth@svjcc.org.
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September Beekeeping Event in South County | |
Learn What Keeps Bees Busy
with Beekeeper Susan Sweedler
Friday, September 7, 2012 -- 4 to 5:30 pm
Congregation Emeth
17835 Monterey Street, Morgan Hill
Congregation Emeth and PJ Library invite all South County Jewish families to come and get ready for Rosh HaShanah 5733, the Jewish new year with a fun and sweet holiday activity.
To help celebrate the opening day of Congregation Emeth's religious school and its new preschool program, PJ Library is sharing a beekeeping event with local beekeper Susan Sweedler.
We'll have entertaining stories, learn all about the life of bees, try on beekeeper suits, and enjoy apples and fresh honey tastings.
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Save the Date for A Sukkot Party | |
Let's Go on A Journey to Sukkot Around the World
with the Center for Jewish Life and Learning
and the PJ Library
Addison-Penzak JCC
Thursday, October 4, 2012 -- 4:00 - 6:00 pm
Special Guest, Children's Author Joshua Buchin
Author Joshua Buchin, who has written a children's story "T'filat HaDerech, will share his book with children and parents, describing the special beauty of the blessing that asks for peaceful and meaningful experiences on our life journeys.
Children will create passports, board a make-believe "jet" and experience the Sukkot Holiday in several places aroound the world as well as in the JCC's Sukkah (harvest booth).
There, we will play games, sing, and dance as we celebrate outside under the stars. If you'd like to
participate in the Sukkot singing, bring an instrument!
Everyone is welcome to attend the event. If you would like to dine, a kosher barbecue chicken dinner will be provided by the APJCC at a cost is $5 per person, $15 per family, 5 and under free.
Please RSVP to CJLL@svjcc.org or 408.357.7411.
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Children's Activities in Our Community | |
Events listed here are open to the entire community.
Call the organization for more information.
(Membership in the organization/synagogue is not required.)
Addison-Penzak Jewish Community Center, Center for Jewish Life and Learning
Los Gatos - (408) 357-7492
- Pool Party at the JCC. Wednesday, August 1st | 5:00-8:00pm. Pool admission is free to the public during Float Night, and flotation devices such as inner tubes and rafts are allowed (but no water wings please). Food will be available for purchase. For more information contact Colin Braslin, JCC Membership Concierge, at colinb@svjcc.org or 408.357.7404.
- Rosh Hashanah Field Day. September 05, 2012. Come experience a new kind of Rosh Hashanah family activity - a Rosh Hashanah Field Day. Through bobbing for apples, shofar blowing contests, and other fun activities, families can get in the spirit of the Jewish New Year! This year, join us for a special treat as we meet a bee keeper and his bees. It is all on the JCC field and all open to the community.Contact: Rabbi James Greene, rabbijames@svjcc.org.
Addison-Penzak Jewish Community Center Pre-School
Los Gatos - 408) 357-7417
- PJ Library will participate with the JCC Pre-school Mesibah Family Fun Day September 05, 2012 from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Mesibah is the Hebrew word for party! Children ages 2-10 years and their parents or caregivers, join us for a FREE party to celebrate the start of each Jewish month. Contact: Elizabeth Nunez, elizabeth@svjcc.org
Congregation Beth David
Saratoga - (408) 257-3333
- Tot Shabbat .August 11, 25, September 8, 2012 from 11:00 AM. For kids 0-5. Join us for a fun and interactive parent-led service for babies, toddlers, and preschool kids. Open to the whole community. Tot Shabbat includes singing, storytelling, and a Kiddush snack. Contact: Rabbi Ohriner ohriner@beth-david.org.
Congregation Shir Hadash
Los Gatos - (408) 358-1751
- Shabbat + BBQ = Shabbarbecue Dinner August 10, 2012 from 6:00 PM. Join your friends and fellow congregants on Friday, August 10 for "Shabbarbecue." Bring your picnic dinner for a relaxing Shabbat meal under the summer sky. Please RSVP to Nadine at (408) 358-1751 x5 or Nadine@shirhadash.org.
- Potential Member Open House, August 26, 2012 from 10:30 AM. Call Nadine for more information.
- Tot Shabbat, September 15 from 9:30am. Contact Nadine.
Congregation Sinai
San José - (408) 264-8542
- Happy Hour and Kabbalat Shabbat at Sinai August 10, 2012 from 5:30 PM. Wine and appetizers (adult and child-friendly) followed by evening services. Contact: office@sinai-sj.org.
South Peninsula Hebrew Day School
Sunnyvale - (408) 738-3060
- Summer Grownup and Me Program August 02, 2012 from 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM. For children 18-30 months accompanied with an Adult. The morning will include free play, art, outside play and circle time. There will also be a Parent Discussion as part of the morning. Cost is $150 for all six sessions. Families can register for individual sessions for $25 per session. The class will be lead by Early childhood teachers both who speak fluent Hebrew. Contact: Barbara Goldstein, barbara.goldstein@sphds.org.
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Our Constituent Partners | |
Addison-Penzak Jewish Community Center (Los Gatos)
www.svjcc.org
APJCC Preschool (Los Gatos)
www.svjcc.org/preschool.html
Congregation Beth David (Saratoga)
www.beth-david.org
Congregation Emeth (Morgan Hill)
www.emeth.net
Hillel of Silicon Valley (San Jose)
www.hillelsv.org
Jewish Family Services (Los Gatos)
www.jfssv.org
Jewish Federation Silicon Valley (Los Gatos)
www.jvalley.org
Sharone Hadassah
www.sharone-hadassah.org
Congregation Shir Hadash (Los Gatos)
www.shirhadash.org
Congregation Sinai (San José)
www.sinai-sj.org
South Peninsula Hebrew Day School (Sunnyvale)
www.sphds.org
Temple Emanu-El (San José)
www.templesanjose.org
Yavneh Day School (Los Gatos)
www.yavnehdayschool.org |
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More Information | |
For more information about the PJ Library® Program and our role in the community, please visit
http://www.jvalley.org/pj-library
General Inquiries:
(408) 357-7509
pjlibrary@jvalley.org
Rabbi Leslie Alexander, Program Director
(408) 357-7509
rabbialexander@jvalley.org
Eleanor Weber Dickman, Outreach Coordinator
(408) 255-3109
ewdickman@yahoo.com |
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