England and the Jews
04/15/2021 12:08:30 PM
The relationship between England and its Jews is complicated as is in most countries where Jews have a history. Although there were probably Jews in England during Roman times, there is no evidence of an organized Jewish community. Today, England has one of the largest Jewish populations in the world and is second only to France in Europe.
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random jottings
04/01/2021 11:09:18 AM
Every year the International Board on Books for Young People sponsors a day to celebrate children’s books. Called International Children’s Book Day, the celebration falls on Hans Christian Andersen’s birthday, April 2. The intent is to both inspire...Read more...
passover resources
03/18/2021 11:08:21 AM
Oh, today we’ll merry, merry be! Ooops…wrong holiday. But certainly we should be merry, or at least rejoice, as we celebrate freedom. What is more precious?
The following resources will help you to have an enlightening, delicious, and fulfilling holiday.
BOOKS (just a few of our Passover stories, non-fiction and Haggadot):
A Passover Haggadah: go forth and...Read more...
Strong women
03/11/2021 09:56:01 AM
March is a very busy month with Passover coming up shortly. However, Women’s history month and the celebration of brave, strong, accomplished women can’t be glossed over.
Think back to the women of the Bible who led, who were warriors, who spoke up for their...Read more...
BEHIND OUR MEMBERS: Julie perlow-greene
03/09/2021 11:12:53 AM
Welcome to Behind Our Members: a new feature that will give you a deeper look at some of the Oheb members you know and love.
What led you to the profession you are in? Was it always a passion, or something that naturally evolved?
I own Retail...Read more...
everything purim
02/18/2021 12:21:12 PM
Jewish Live aggregates websites from many areas of Jewish interest. In addition, Jewish Live produces some of its own content. Follow this link for The Megillah Project created with the cooperation of several Jewish websites.
We think of hamentaschen as a...Read more...
Sources to Educate, Elevate & Entertain
02/10/2021 11:43:19 AM
While Tu B’Shevat is behind us, we should always be aware of our natural surroundings, their blessings and their challenges. Dayenu: a Jewish call to climate action is a “movement of American Jews confronting the climate crisis with...Read more...
Behind our members: elizabeth kubany
02/03/2021 02:08:28 PM
Welcome to Behind Ou
r Members: a new feature that will give you a deeper look at some of the Oheb members you know and love.
What led you to the profession you are in? Was it always a passion, or something that naturally...Read more...
it's soup month
01/27/2021 10:17:15 AM
January should be called Soup Month—in fact, it is. Along with baths, birds and hugs, soup is celebrated in January although it’s perfect any month of the year. Just ask Maurice Sendak, whose slim book Chicken Soup with Rice celebrates...Read more...
infamy at wannsee
01/20/2021 02:08:43 PM
Today, January 21, marks the 69th anniversary of the Wannsee Conference. Wannsee was a small suburban area of Berlin known for its two lakes and forests. Many members of royalty had built castles in the area and, in more modern times, prominent wealthy Berliners built mansions.
A prominent recreational area, several events from the 1936 Olympics were held in its woods and on its golf course.
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Online events to entertain, educate & Nourish
01/13/2021 02:59:01 PM
Mondays @ 1 p.m.
Return to Torah Hosted By: Judaism Unbound
This weekly class is an opportunity to learn from Richard Elliott Friedman, author of the bestselling, most-assigned book on the Bible, Who Wrote the Bible?
Our new knowledge of Torah in this extraordinary generation, thanks to archeology and new understandings in almost every area of the Bible, can be a comfort in this moment – and for long into the...Read more...
Celebrate hebrew
01/06/2021 10:39:42 AM
Eliezer Ben-Yehuda, the father of modern Hebrew, was born on January 7, 1858 in what is now Belarus. Like many Jewish boys of his time, he was raised to be a rabbi and scholar of traditional Jewish texts. However, he was exposed to the...Read more...
As the year ends...
12/23/2020 10:21:49 PM
Don’t forget to sign up for A Very Jewish Christmas Eve, (also called Nittel Nacht https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nittel_Nacht) a night of discussion, a Chinese cooking demo, trivia, and comedy. Unfortunately, you’ll have to...Read more...
more hanukkah and beyond
12/17/2020 10:21:41 AM
Hanukkah is almost over, but there’s lots more Jewish fun and learning left for 2020.
If you need some family fun for the last night of Hanukkah, here’s an online game:...Read more...
Everything hanukkah
12/09/2020 11:12:05 AM
It’s finally here, Hanukkah- a bright spot on the calendar with the flickering candles, the shiny gelt, and the glistening oil for the latkes.
This year, of course, is different. We won’t be sharing as we usually do, but there are lots of things to see and do if...Read more...
Thanksgiving Facts, Fiction and Other Stuff
11/24/2020 02:33:07 PM
REMINDER: The library is open for borrowing. It is staffed on Wednesday. There are many new books available as well as great older ones for readers of all ages including teens. However, if you are reluctant to come into the building, let me know what you want and I will leave it for you in the office. The catalog is very easy to use. There is a link on the library’s home page. Questions or requests: email me at library@Ohebshalom.org....Read more...
Read, Learn, Enjoy
11/12/2020 10:31:58 AM
REMINDER: the library is open for borrowing. There are many new books available as well as great older books for readers of all ages including teens. However, if you are reluctant about coming into the library, let me know what you want and I will leave it for you in the office. The catalog is very easy to use. There is a link on the library’s home page. Questions or requests: email the librarian at...Read more...
other worlds and other times
11/04/2020 12:04:20 PM
It’s finally over—the election, that is. Months of having our ears to the radio and our eyes on the screens for what seems 24/7 have come to a close. Unglue yourself from CNN, FOX, NPR, or whatever is your media of choice.
It’s time to pick up a book and escape from politics—at least temporarily.
Here’s a group of books new to the Library that will take you to far off places or times or open your mind to new...Read more...
Good Books with a cookie chaser
10/22/2020 10:23:20 AM
As the days get shorter and the nights get longer, we will be inside more than ever. Tear your eyes away from the screen and pick up a real book. Most libraries are open for limited in-person visits or at the very least, offer pick-up service.
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Outdoor Shabbat Katan this Saturday
10/14/2020 04:27:40 PM
This Saturday, October 17th, we will have Shabbat Katan in the parking lot (weather permitting) with Miss ViviaRead more...
October things to do
10/14/2020 01:05:50 PM
Looking for some ways to fill your time? Here are a few suggestions.
Ruth Wisse, Martin Peretz professor of Yiddish Literature and Professor of Comparative Literature emerita at Harvard has a series of podcasts and webinars produced by the Tikvah Fund. While you may or may not agree with the organization’s politics, Professor Wisse’s lectures are well worth listening to.
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Outdoor Simchat Torah Katan this Saturday
10/07/2020 10:28:57 AM
This Saturday, October 10th, we will have Simchat Torah Katan in the parking lot (weather permitting) with MissRead more...
Outdoor Sukkot Katan this Saturday
09/29/2020 12:37:42 PM
This Saturday, October 3rd, we will have Sukkot Katan in the parking lot (weather permitting) with Miss VivianRead more...
rgb: A tribute
09/24/2020 10:13:40 AM
On Shabbat/Rosh Hashana Friday evening when we heard of Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s death, cries of “Oh, no!” rose from our table. We had just moments before been discussing her role in keeping some balance on the Supreme Court and her qualities of maintaining friendships even with those whom she often did not agree.
In these days of partisan politics, that quality is becoming more and more...Read more...
A few more things to do
09/17/2020 10:24:55 AM
Help us clean up the library’s records and recover scores of overdue books. Elul into Tishrei is a perfect time to clear your book conscience. Drop books off in the library’s dropbox or the office. Please try to put your books in a plastic bag as they must be quarantined for at least 72 hours for safety’s sake.
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Even more things to do
09/03/2020 11:27:01 AM
Here’s an update on virtual and some in person events in our community and beyond plus some good books- not necessarily Jewish- that may interest you.
Missing in-person art? Museums are beginning to open. Visit...Read more...
The jacobs library is open
08/27/2020 12:32:33 PM
Yes, the Library is open!
There are many new books for all ages as well as recent bestsellers, holiday books, and classics.
We are very conscious of safety. So, please,...Read more...
Register now for Outdoor Shabbat Katan on 8/29
08/25/2020 04:25:53 PM
On Saturday, August 29th, we will have Shabbat Katan in the parking lot (weather permitting) with Miss Vivian.Read more...
still more things to do
08/20/2020 10:11:44 AM
THE JACOBS LIBRARY IS OPEN. CHECK IN WITH THE OFFICE. FOLLOW THE GUIDELINES POSTED ON THE LIBRARY DOOR. WE ARE HERE TO SERVE YOU!
Here is the latest in the biweekly online—and increasingly—in-person things to do. This is only the tip of the virtual iceberg.
Looking for a place to go before...Read more...
Register now for this week: Outdoor Shabbat Katan & Preschool Play Date
08/18/2020 09:59:01 AM
Two exciting outdoor events coming up this week. Registration closes soon!
SHABBAT KATAN
On August 22nd and Read more...
