JBI ANNOUNCES PARTNERSHIP WITH PJ LIBRARY
Our pilot program with PJ Library will enable families and loved ones of the blind and visually-impaired to be able to read books together. Patrons can order a print version of four wonderful books for families: The Peddler, Hanukkah at Monica’s, Until the Blueberries Grow, and Jeremy's Dreidel. Each book will have a Braille transparency on each text page. Email our librarians or call (800) 433-1531 to order a DTB and a print/Braille book to enjoy for a month, and a Braille-only version is also available on demand.
PJ Library sends free high-quality storybooks and activities to families with kids from birth through age 12. These stories spark conversation and inspire the whole family to engage with what is most meaningful to them about being Jewish. Created by the Harold Grinspoon Foundation, the program is made possible through partnerships with philanthropists and local Jewish organizations.
To learn more and sign up, visit pjlibrary.org. For more information, see our December newsletter.
UPCOMING EVENT IN THE NYC AREA
On Sunday, December 11, 2022, beginning at 10:00 AM, the Museum of Jewish Heritage in New York City will present its first-ever New York Jewish Book Festival, featuring talks, panels, and author signings. The daylong event will touch on themes of Jewish heritage including culture and history, modern life and literature, the Holocaust, food and cookbooks, and books for kids and families. For more information, visit the Museum's website or email them here.
The JBI Library provides individuals who are blind, visually impaired, physically handicapped or reading disabled with books, magazines and special publications of Jewish and general interest in Audio, Large Print and Braille formats. The unique services provided by JBI, all of which are free of charge, enable over 35,000 children, adults and seniors – from New York to New Zealand, from Ft. Lauderdale to Moscow, from Tel Aviv to Buenos Aires – to participate fully in the life of their communities.
I never thought I would hear Allison read Hebrew. It still brings tears to my eyes. I cannot thank you enough.
Sharon S., Toronto, Canada
JBI International is a non-profit organization dedicated to meeting the cultural needs of the visually impaired, blind, physically handicapped and reading disabled of all ages and backgrounds.