RE: [ha-Safran]: Early Jewish children's books
Here in Toronto, we have a collection of old important children's books housed at one branch of thepublic library. Is there something similar somewhere in the U.S? Yes, the University of Minnesota has the Kerlan Collection. Andrea --- Messages and opinions expressed on Hasafran are those of the individual author and are not necessarily endorsed by the Association of Jewish Libraries (AJL) === Submissions for Ha-Safran, send to: hasaf...@osu.edu SUBscribing, SIGNOFF commands send to: Listproc @ lists.acs.ohio-state.edu Questions, problems, complaints, compliments;-) send to: galron.1 @ osu.edu Ha-Safran Archives: Current: http://www.mail-archive.com/hasafran%40lists.acs.ohio-state.edu/maillist.html History: http://www.mail-archive.com/hasafran%40lists.acs.ohio-state.edu/history.html AJL HomePage http://www.JewishLibraries.org
Re: [ha-Safran]: Historic Jewish Children's Books
Setting up criteria could be complicated. For example, we have several copies of Marilyn Hirsh's Where is Yonkela?--which I see sells for up to $154.00 on alibris. Yet its copyright date is 1969. Would it qualify? Andrea --- Messages and opinions expressed on Hasafran are those of the individual author and are not necessarily endorsed by the Association of Jewish Libraries (AJL) === Submissions for Ha-Safran, send to: hasaf...@osu.edu SUBscribing, SIGNOFF commands send to: Listproc @ lists.acs.ohio-state.edu Questions, problems, complaints, compliments;-) send to: galron.1 @ osu.edu Ha-Safran Archives: Current: http://www.mail-archive.com/hasafran%40lists.acs.ohio-state.edu/maillist.html History: http://www.mail-archive.com/hasafran%40lists.acs.ohio-state.edu/history.html AJL HomePage http://www.JewishLibraries.org
[ha-Safran]: Looking for some specific out-of-print seforim
I am looking to either purchase original copies of the following seforim or reprints: 1) Nahal Kedumim by the CHIDA 2) Bad Kodesh by R. Boruch Dov Puborsky 3) Rav Dovid Tzvi Hoffman Peirush al HaTorah (specifically Vayikra) Thanks, Geoff --- Messages and opinions expressed on Hasafran are those of the individual author and are not necessarily endorsed by the Association of Jewish Libraries (AJL) === Submissions for Ha-Safran, send to: hasaf...@osu.edu SUBscribing, SIGNOFF commands send to: Listproc @ lists.acs.ohio-state.edu Questions, problems, complaints, compliments;-) send to: galron.1 @ osu.edu Ha-Safran Archives: Current: http://www.mail-archive.com/hasafran%40lists.acs.ohio-state.edu/maillist.html History: http://www.mail-archive.com/hasafran%40lists.acs.ohio-state.edu/history.html AJL HomePage http://www.JewishLibraries.org
[ha-Safran]: Historic Jewish Children's books
As a post-script to Dan Rettberg's excellent advice about what to look for in duplicate copies, the illustrator is also very important. Different editions of a book can have different illustrators and you would want to save all of them. Linda R. Silver AJL Newsletter Reviews for Children and Teens AJL Jewish Valuesfinder c/o 3729 Meadowbrook Blvd. University Heights, OH 44118 silve...@roadrunner.com --- Messages and opinions expressed on Hasafran are those of the individual author and are not necessarily endorsed by the Association of Jewish Libraries (AJL) === Submissions for Ha-Safran, send to: hasaf...@osu.edu SUBscribing, SIGNOFF commands send to: Listproc @ lists.acs.ohio-state.edu Questions, problems, complaints, compliments;-) send to: galron.1 @ osu.edu Ha-Safran Archives: Current: http://www.mail-archive.com/hasafran%40lists.acs.ohio-state.edu/maillist.html History: http://www.mail-archive.com/hasafran%40lists.acs.ohio-state.edu/history.html AJL HomePage http://www.JewishLibraries.org
[ha-Safran]: Archival libraries
Safranim -- Thanks for your thoughts about my new gig with an archive and research library. It occurs to me that there could be a small sub-set of us to start a conversation about this type of collection. Is anyone interested in starting a discussion group on the topic? It could be only a few synagogue/SSC people, or could expand to include some of the RAS folks who have smaller Judaica research collections. Reply to me off-list, please. We shouldn't clog Hasafran. Thanks, Fred Isaac Temple Sinai Oakland, CA fredis...@aol.com --- Messages and opinions expressed on Hasafran are those of the individual author and are not necessarily endorsed by the Association of Jewish Libraries (AJL) === Submissions for Ha-Safran, send to: hasaf...@osu.edu SUBscribing, SIGNOFF commands send to: Listproc @ lists.acs.ohio-state.edu Questions, problems, complaints, compliments;-) send to: galron.1 @ osu.edu Ha-Safran Archives: Current: http://www.mail-archive.com/hasafran%40lists.acs.ohio-state.edu/maillist.html History: http://www.mail-archive.com/hasafran%40lists.acs.ohio-state.edu/history.html AJL HomePage http://www.JewishLibraries.org
[ha-Safran]: Google Books now in Hebrew
Google Books has come to Israel. According to Globes, Keter Publishing House Ltd. is the first Israeli publisher to collaborate with Google, which wants to sign agreements with other publishers to enrich its online library. Google said that, in addition to access to Hebrew books for surfers, the venture will give writers and publishers an opportunity to reach a wider readership. The goal is to allow online searches of Hebrew books. The site is available at http://books.google.co.il/ Diane Romm The Jewish Guide to the Internet http://www.jewishinternetguide.com --- Messages and opinions expressed on Hasafran are those of the individual author and are not necessarily endorsed by the Association of Jewish Libraries (AJL) === Submissions for Ha-Safran, send to: hasaf...@osu.edu SUBscribing, SIGNOFF commands send to: Listproc @ lists.acs.ohio-state.edu Questions, problems, complaints, compliments;-) send to: galron.1 @ osu.edu Ha-Safran Archives: Current: http://www.mail-archive.com/hasafran%40lists.acs.ohio-state.edu/maillist.html History: http://www.mail-archive.com/hasafran%40lists.acs.ohio-state.edu/history.html AJL HomePage http://www.JewishLibraries.org
[ha-Safran]: New Israeli books
New Israeli books, by Rubin Mass; cat. #437: Menahem Av 5770 / July 2010 Dear Safranim and book friends, We are happy to inform that our new PDF format of our catalogue: Recent Books From Israel No. 437, July 2010 (Menahem Av 5770). is ready for dending to you, upon your request. It contains 710 new titles that are divided into three files: 1. Hebrew general titles , including religious books (SIFREI KODESH), a PDF file. We add a word file of Hebrew titles in transliterated text . 2. Non-Hebrew tiltes. (a Word file). You are invited to browse our web: www.Rubin-Mass.com and place your order. We hope you enjoy this new selection of Israeli books. Rubin Mass Ltd.- Your literary stop in Israel. Oren Mass Manager === RUBIN MASS Ltd., Publishers and Booksellers Exporters of ALL Israeli books and periodicals POBox 990, Jerusalem 91009, Israel ___ \/ \/\ \_/ / _ \ Tel. 972-2-6277863 Fax 972-2-6277864 e-mail: rm...@barak.net.il http://www.rubin-mass.com www.Israeli-Books.com
[ha-Safran]: Judaic Collection Development
Safranim, I have been approached by our local public library to provide a list of suggested Judaic / Hebrew titles for their collection. This is an amazing outreach from the library and one I would like to encourage. The current collection has basically nothing (well, maybe Diary of Anne Frank, but that's about it). Both current and classic titles are welcomed, for all age levels. I have not been given a budget - just asked to make a list. I am planning on using Merilly Hart's book, but that is 2008 so if anything more recent has come out that might be worthwhile, I'd appreciate tips and suggestions. The community is a range of all observance levels, and all interests. Please respond off-list. If there is an interest, I will post a summary. Sara --- Messages and opinions expressed on Hasafran are those of the individual author and are not necessarily endorsed by the Association of Jewish Libraries (AJL) === Submissions for Ha-Safran, send to: hasaf...@osu.edu SUBscribing, SIGNOFF commands send to: Listproc @ lists.acs.ohio-state.edu Questions, problems, complaints, compliments;-) send to: galron.1 @ osu.edu Ha-Safran Archives: Current: http://www.mail-archive.com/hasafran%40lists.acs.ohio-state.edu/maillist.html History: http://www.mail-archive.com/hasafran%40lists.acs.ohio-state.edu/history.html AJL HomePage http://www.JewishLibraries.org
[ha-Safran]: News from the Judaica Librarians in Israel
In the third issue of the Alon of the Judaica Librarians' Group (Israel) links are provided to an extensive list of Hassidic Rebbes and to a notice about an exhibition at the National Library of Israel commemorating the 250th anniversary of the death of the Ba'al Shem Tov and the 200th anniversary of the death of Rebbi Nahman of Bratslav (http://safranim.wordpress.com/). --- Messages and opinions expressed on Hasafran are those of the individual author and are not necessarily endorsed by the Association of Jewish Libraries (AJL) === Submissions for Ha-Safran, send to: hasaf...@osu.edu SUBscribing, SIGNOFF commands send to: Listproc @ lists.acs.ohio-state.edu Questions, problems, complaints, compliments;-) send to: galron.1 @ osu.edu Ha-Safran Archives: Current: http://www.mail-archive.com/hasafran%40lists.acs.ohio-state.edu/maillist.html History: http://www.mail-archive.com/hasafran%40lists.acs.ohio-state.edu/history.html AJL HomePage http://www.JewishLibraries.org
Re: [ha-Safran]: Weine or Elazar for Small Reform Synagogue
Thank you to Debbie Stern for reminding everyone about checking the wiki for useful information. The co-administrators of the wiki are now Diane Romm, who originally set it up and added most of the original content, and Tina Weiss. I also encourage everyone to add your own ideas to this growing body of knowledge. Don't forget to toot your horn when you add something (it's easy - just click send notification and others will know about the new material you've put in.) Joyce --- Messages and opinions expressed on Hasafran are those of the individual author and are not necessarily endorsed by the Association of Jewish Libraries (AJL) === Submissions for Ha-Safran, send to: hasaf...@osu.edu SUBscribing, SIGNOFF commands send to: Listproc @ lists.acs.ohio-state.edu Questions, problems, complaints, compliments;-) send to: galron.1 @ osu.edu Ha-Safran Archives: Current: http://www.mail-archive.com/hasafran%40lists.acs.ohio-state.edu/maillist.html History: http://www.mail-archive.com/hasafran%40lists.acs.ohio-state.edu/history.html AJL HomePage http://www.JewishLibraries.org
[ha-Safran]: Hadassah article about new, crime story books
There was an article called A Chronicle of Jewish Crime Books by Zelda Shluker in a recent magazine. Of the books listed, I read The Last Ember by Daniel Levin, which I recommend. I would like to know if anyone has read any of the other books and/or purchased them for their library. Also, on another note, Rachel Kamin gave us a wonderful list of DVDs for our collections; however, I believe she meant The Secrets ~ Fanny Ardant, Ania Bukstein, Michal Shtamler, and Adir Miller (DVD - 2009) not A Secret. Helen Chronister Helen Chronister Librarian Congregation Tifereth Israel --- Messages and opinions expressed on Hasafran are those of the individual author and are not necessarily endorsed by the Association of Jewish Libraries (AJL) === Submissions for Ha-Safran, send to: hasaf...@osu.edu SUBscribing, SIGNOFF commands send to: Listproc @ lists.acs.ohio-state.edu Questions, problems, complaints, compliments;-) send to: galron.1 @ osu.edu Ha-Safran Archives: Current: http://www.mail-archive.com/hasafran%40lists.acs.ohio-state.edu/maillist.html History: http://www.mail-archive.com/hasafran%40lists.acs.ohio-state.edu/history.html AJL HomePage http://www.JewishLibraries.org
[ha-Safran]: The Madoff/Elie Wiesel play -- and the Ny Fringe
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[ha-Safran]: Ha Ha dvd sale
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[ha-Safran]: Yerusha.com
I've been a member of AJL for several years. Along the way I've chaired an AJL committee that helped bring Jewish children's books back into print, authored a Sydney Taylor Honor Book (Shlemiel Crooks), and coordinated the Jewish Children's Book Writers' Conference with Steve Siegel when it was sponsored by the library at the 92nd Street Y. I continue to write and to work as a literary agent, but have recently created a website, and what I hope will be the beginning of an organization, that is a bit removed from my usual focus on Jewish children's books. The website is for older childless Jews: http://www.Yerusha.comwww.Yerusha.com Being an older childless Jew is not something people talk about, perhaps out of fear of hurting the person who is childless, but it's an issue that will never go away for some of us. I hope Yerusha will be a starting point for discussions or even the formations of local groups among Jews who want to share experiences and support. In fact, I hope others will step in and take Yerusha to the next level. Please refer the above website to any patrons who are looking for resources for older childless Jews. Thank you. Anna Olswanger Anna Olswanger | Literary Agent, Liza Dawson Associates 350 Seventh Avenue, Suite 2003 | New York, NY 10001-1930 t: 201-791-4699 | w: http://www.olswanger.comwww.olswanger.com | w: http://www.shlemielcrooks.comwww.shlemielcrooks.com
[ha-Safran] Help getting book published
Dear Hasafranim, The following is from a patron. I have no experience in the publishing world. Any ideas for this person? Rachel Haus Library Director Congregation of Moses Library Kalamazoo MI rhaus_...@yahoo.com I have written a novel about the Middle East issues involving two families, one Arab/Muslim the other Israeli/Jewish and alternate chapters using Arabic and Hebrew numbers for their chapters respectively. After a surprise in the middle for each family, they unknowingly are in the same place (Jerusalem bus stop) at the same time a tragic event occurs which both families experience the same way. In the epilogue they come together realizing retaliatory violence is not the answer. I have no contacts in the publishing world and do not know how to contact publishers or even to try and publish it myself. If I published it myself, I have no idea of how to market it. I thought as a librarian you might be able to help me along and provide advice. I didn't know if some Jewish group would be interested in helping by reading and suggesting changes, have contacts with publishers, etc. Is there someone you could put me in touch with that can help me move to the next step? --- Messages and opinions expressed on Hasafran are those of the individual author and are not necessarily endorsed by the Association of Jewish Libraries (AJL) === Submissions for Ha-Safran, send to: hasaf...@osu.edu SUBscribing, SIGNOFF commands send to: Listproc @ lists.acs.ohio-state.edu Questions, problems, complaints, compliments;-) send to: galron.1 @ osu.edu Ha-Safran Archives: Current: http://www.mail-archive.com/hasafran%40lists.acs.ohio-state.edu/maillist.html History: http://www.mail-archive.com/hasafran%40lists.acs.ohio-state.edu/history.html AJL HomePage http://www.JewishLibraries.org
