The lessans family annual book festival at the jcc of. See whos going to detroit jewish book fair 2020 in west bloomfield, mi. This eightday event features books with serious topics of survival and courage as well as the occasional humorous prose. Proceeds from the sale benefit the cultural arts department.
Whether youre a local, new in town, or just passing through, youll be sure to find something on eventbrite that piques your interest. Purchase book festival event tickets at the links below or call 305. Jcc jewish bookfair and author series jcc of greater. The best books and stories brought to life with unforgettable characters. Kristallnacht commemoration during the jewish community center jcc of metropolitan detroits annual book fair the fair, which runs through nov. The booksellers offer a wide range of material, from collectible americana, literature and childrens books to scholarly. Jcc dallas will host the j book fair october 11, 2012 march 3, 20. Literati bookstore is delighted to welcome jennifer weiner to the jewish community center of greater ann arbor in support of her latest novel, mrs. May 29, 1984 organizational meeting held to outline reasons to start a jcc, propose facilities, and devise an implementation plan. Indeed, there is something for everyone in ann arbor. Jewish community center, 2935 birch hollow 734 9710990. Meet prominent and energizing authors from all over the world. By definition, the 22nd annual jewish book festival is different than the others that take place in bookcrazy ann arbor each year.
All the material is either authored by jewish writers or is about jewish topics but organizers of the event have historically gone out of their way to enhance the experience by bringing as many of the featured writers to participate. Jun 08, 2017 jewish authors in michigan invited to apply for jcc book fair. By definition, the 22nd annual jewish book festival is different than the others that take place in book crazy ann arbor each year. Multimedia presentations including the actual taping of a podcast episode, a broadwaystyle concert featuring a tony award nominee and a slideshow of places associated with a murder enhance this years detroit jewish book fair. Through its programs and services, the jcc provides an inviting jewish neighborhood and comfortable place to thrive. Winter address 2935 birch hollow drive ann arbor, mi 48108.
To purchase tickets, contact the berman center for the performing arts at 248 6611900 or. Unless otherwise noted, all book fair events will be held at the jewish community center of metropolitan detroit, west bloomfield. In compliance with governor whitmers stay home, stay safe order to slow the spread of covid19, the ann arbor jcc will be closed through may 17, 2020. Detroit jewish book fair 2020 in west bloomfield, mi everfest. A secure, cashfree way to shop the fair with yearround shopping online. As we have made the difficult decision to close the entire organization today as of 5. Jcc of greater ann arbor early childhood center, 2935 birch. The jccs 2017 book fair has everything including pulitzer. Ann arbor jcc book and arts festival brings in authors and other forms of artistic expression. Jewish book festival returns to jcc with variety of events. Literati, jcc of greater ann arbor to host nyt bestselling. Jewish authors in michigan invited to apply for jcc book fair.
The mission of the early childhood center is to provide a safe, warm, childcentered jewish learning community where children and adults explore ideas, develop skills, and gain. The detroit jewish book fair in west bloomfield, michigan, reveres the best in modern day jewish literature while honoring authors of the past. The j has hosted a jewish book festival in the fall of each year for over three decades, during which time it has evolved to a festival that includes culture and. Multimedia presentations including the actual taping of a podcast episode, a broadwaystyle concert featuring a tony award nominee and a slideshow of places associated with a murder enhance this years detroit jewish book fair filled with a variety of. In may, the archive again partnered with both organizations, cosponsoring films for their film festivals. Sep 26, 2016 the jcc s annual jewish book fair is a communitywide cultural and literary event, attracting a large and varied audience of more than 20,000 people of all ages. All the material is either authored by jewish writers or is about jewish topics. Contact karen freedland, cultural arts and education director, at 73990. Ann arbor antiquarian book fair one of the midwests. The jewish community centers annual jewish book fair is a communitywide cultural and literary event, attracting a large and varied audience of more than 20,000 people of all ages. Ann arbor antiquarian book fair the ann arbor antiquarian book fair hosts nearly forty dealers annually in the month of may. Light refreshments will be provided, courtesy of the jcc.
Thousands of books will be available for sale as the annual j used book sale returns in to the arts and education building. Jewish book councils jewish book month will be held november 7 december 7, 2012. Book festivals and fairs are held year round all over the world. Leslie bash judith endelman lois goedel phyllis herzig alan levy prudence rosenthal archie sader. Click on a fair name to get more information for info on 2020 fairs gone by, click here. The university of michigandearborns voicevision holocaust survivor oral history archive and the mardigian library are among the hosts of a day of programming nov. Katz jcc bank of america festival of arts, books and culture. The jccs annual jewish book fair is a communitywide cultural and literary event, attracting a large and varied audience of more than 20,000. Jewish book fairs and festivals for jewish authors or. The program will feature a conversation with cynthia canty, host of stateside on michigan radio. Share education workforce job fair with your friends. Book lovers can partake in the kerrytown book fest or the ann arbor antiquarian book fair. The list of supports will be updated as sponsorships are received.
The jewish community center hosts the 68th annual detroit jewish. Community calendar jewish federation of greater ann arbor. The jcc is a place that nurtures a passion for jewish learning and living. All events are hosted by the jewish community center of greater ann arbor. Jcc ann arbor jewish film festival jewish federation of. Click on the magnifying glass to search the fairs on this page. The ann arbor summer art fair 7346623382, has a downtown section on main and liberty and a. The j is a vibrant, welcoming jewish community center open to. Apps are great, but theres nothing like the feel of a real book. The j is a vibrant, welcoming jewish community center open to everyone in the greater ann arbor region. Book talk and signing jewish book fair jcc metro detroit west bloomfield, michigan.
Literati bookstore presents jennifer weiner literati. When the fair returns, you can count on finding first editions, old and collectible books, literature, childrens books, americana, prints and more. Jewish book fairs and festivals for jewish authors or topics of. Exhibition international book fair jakarta convention center. The booksellers offer a wide range of material, from collectible americana, literature and childrens books to scholarly reference works, antiquarian maps, prints and ephemera. Hebrew day school of ann arbor a joyful community of learners. The book fair is at the jcc or the berman center for the performing arts, both of which are located at 6600 w.
Jewish authors in michigan invited to apply for jcc book fair jcc, june 8, 2017 west bloomfield, mi the jewish community center of metropolitan detroit is in search of local authors for its annual jewish book fair, to be held this november at the jcc in west bloomfield. Jcc book fair welcomes jewish gay author pride source. Jewish community center of greater ann arbor home facebook. Jewish book festival returns to jcc with variety of events by art aisner by definition, the 22nd annual jewish book festival is different than the others that take place in book crazy ann arbor each year. He will be the guest speaker for patron night at 8 p. Camp raanana at the ann arbor jcc welcome to camp raanana. Along with a temporary book and gift store in the atrium at the j, this multiweek festival includes author talks, performances, film screenings, and a special sponsors event. Voicevision archive, library partner with jewish community. Jcc jewish bookfair and author series presents a series of conversations exploring jewish books and literature.
On the same day, the archive cosponsored a discussion by michael hirsh, author of the book the liberators. Every film has been chosen by the ann arbor jewish film festival committee in conjunction with the michigan. The ann arbor film festival features six days of experimental films. Americas witness to the holocaust at the jccs ann arbor book fair. Gil seinfeld special to the jewish news this spring, the hebrew day school of ann arbor secured one of the largest donations in its 40year history. Literati, jcc of greater ann arbor to host nyt bestselling author jennifer weiner june 19 meredith bruckner, community news producer. Jewish book fairs and festivals for jewish authors or topics. Jewish book and arts festival offers the ann arbor community a unique opportunity to engage with talented authors and artists on a variety of topics. Jcc of greater ann arbor 2935 birch hollow drive ann arbor, mi 48108 734 9710990 we are located just off stone school road. Wine and, in contrast, the popularity of zingermans deli in ann arbor. Detroit jewish book fair 2020 in west bloomfield, mi.
The jewish community center hosts the 68th annual detroit jewish book fair from november 210. For a complete list of book fair events and times, please visit their website. Dancers can enjoy themselves during dancing in the streets or the dawn dance weekend. The j operates camp raanana at the beautiful michigan united conservation clubs mucc nature center at cedar lake, located a short drive away in chelsea, michigan. List of jewish book fairs and festivals for jewish authors. A finalist for the pulitzer prize, englander is the author of the new dinner at the center of the earth, a political thriller involving an american waitress, a canadian businessman, a palestinian, a prisoner in a secret cell and an israeli general. Jcc of greater ann arbor early childhood center, 2935.
Apr 06, 2020 when the fair returns, you can count on finding first editions, old and collectible books, literature, childrens books, americana, prints and more. While the j is closed due to covid19, the used book sale is not accepting donations. Learn more about westwind communications book marketing approach at. The jewish community center of greater ann arbor would like to thank all of the organizations and individuals who support the book festival and are listed below. Ill be hosted by the jcc of greater washington in two great locations on november 14. Save education workforce job fair to your collection. It is the oldest and largest jewish book fair in the nation held at the jcc of metro detroit, 6600 w.
Detroit jewish book fair at the jcc the jewish news. The detroit jewish book fair in west bloomfield, michigan, reveres the best in. Louis jewish book festival is an annual celebration of authors, books, and ideas during the first two weeks of november, with additional bookend events yearround. Earn cash for the school or get double the profit with scholastic dollars. We spend all year getting ready for camp by exploring new activities, making improvements to the grounds, hiring exceptional staff, and inviting new campers and their families. The annual independent ann arbor jewish film festival runs may 811 at the michigan theater, with an opening reception on may 7 at u of ms rackham auditorium. A group who would become jcc founders decided that a jcc was vital to our growing ann arbor community. May 09, 2020 see whos going to detroit jewish book fair 2020 in west bloomfield, mi. List of jewish book fairs and festivals for jewish authors or.