[ha-Safran] Books to give away

Hello I have been going through many boxes of books from two rabbis. These are excellent books but either we have them or they would not be of interest to my library. I am located in Mamaroneck, New York in Westchester County and I would be happy to have anyone come and take a look at the books

[ha-Safran] Marcia Posner comment

. And besides all that, she was a nice person! Proud to have known her. Arlene Ratzabi Arlene Ratzabi Librarian, Hendel Family Library [WJC_Logo_Small_Cropped] Westchester Jewish Center<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.wjcenter.org/__;!!KGKeukY!1RegRNo5YNkBQj4MlDJv83-P-2FbRaU4v2Wiupjv

[ha-Safran] Digitization of synagogue archies

to do this? Thank you very much for your help! Arlene Arlene Ratzabi Librarian, Hendel Family Library [WJC_Logo_Small_Cropped] Westchester Jewish Center<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.wjcenter.org/__;!!KGKeukY!z

[ha-Safran] Digitization of synagogue archival material

digitize, we will classify the material or if it can be done simultaneously, let me know. We have a budget for this. Please send me your ideas. Thank you! Arlene Arlene Ratzabi Librarian, Hendel Family Library [WJC_Logo_Small_Cropped] Westchester Jewish Center<https://urldefense.com

Re: [ha-Safran] Buying books

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[ha-Safran] Need Picture of author Sadie Rose Weilerstein

Hello: I hope you will be able to help with this very quickly. I need a picture of author Sadie Rose Weilerstein for our women's Seder today. There seems to be some confusion when I check it online. Can anyone provide a picture that is authentic? Thanks very much. Arlene Ratzabi Get Outlook fo

Re: [ha-Safran] Exhibit at Ntional Library of Israel: a book on an empty chair to represent each hostage

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Re: [ha-Safran] Subject headings for modified Dewey Judaic Temple library

Hi I also use Weine and those headings are very good. I would only add Fiction which I keep separate under F and the first three initials of the author’s last name. I also keep reference books separate like encyclopedias, multi volume and single books. Also Hebrew /Yiddish. Arlene Get Outloo

Re: [ha-Safran] question

Exactly what we do. Simple. Effective. Arlene Get Outlook for iOS From: Hasafran on behalf of

Re: [ha-Safran] Rachail Kurtz

Hello Very sorry to learn of her passing. I served on the Accreditation Committee and indeed she was a true professional. Arlene Arlene Ratzabi Librarian, Hendel Family Library [WJC_Logo_Small_Cropped] Westchester Jewish Center<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.wjcenter.

[ha-Safran] Book request

Hello I need volumes 19 and 21 of Rabbi Adin Steinsaltz The Talmud (English). I have been searching and these are very expensive when available. I know we all receive donations, and I was hoping that perhaps someone received duplicates. I will, of course, pay all shipping costs. If you know of a

[ha-Safran] Literary events for Israel 75th anniversary

Hello all: I was asked if there is a very special literary event (meaning an event to be shared by lots of venues) of a particular author, poet etc.) in honor of Israel 75th Independence Day? Is the "literary" world celebrating anyone in particular? Thanks very much and happy Hanukkah! Arlene

Re: [ha-Safran] Turkey question

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[ha-Safran] Request for an article

Hello: Our cantor has requested the article below. If you can help, please let me know. "A Magnificent Sephardic Song Et sha'arei ratzon: Literal Translation and Commentary." American Sephardi, 7-8 (1975): 7-21. You may scan and send the PDF to me. Thank you, Arlene Get Outlook for iOS

Re: [ha-Safran] Holocaust books for children and grade school

Hi We also have a separate area for all Holocaust related material for adults and children. They are catalogued line the rest of the collection. Arlene Get Outlook for iOS

[ha-Safran] New Anne Frank book

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Re: [ha-Safran] Question for Day School Librarians

trying to decide the best route going forward, but I wanted to hear from other librarians before we make any changes. Thank you! [LogoDescription automatically generated] Shira London Upper School Librarian 3300 Old Court Road • Baltimore, MD 21208 410-413-2414 • slon...@btfil

Re: [ha-Safran] sharing an important letter in support of one of the ALA Presidential Candidates

This is a wonder testimonial about Mr. Watson and how very important one person can be in serving a community. Thank you for sharing. Arlene Ratzabi Get Outlook for iOS

[ha-Safran] Mold issue in library

whether books can be saved with remediation/treatment or must they be discarded. Whatever information you can provide would be greatly appreciated as soon as possible. Many thanks, Arlene Ratzabi Librarian, Westchester Jewish Center Mamaroneck, NY Get Outlook for iOS<https://urldefense.com

Re: [ha-Safran] AJL Launches Nice Jewish Books Podcast

This sounds wonderful and greatly appreciated! I will share on FB or shall I say Meta! Thank you ! Get Outlook for iOS ___

Re: [ha-Safran] leaving the AJL universe...

choose. Arlene Arlene Ratzabi Librarian, Hendel Family Library Westchester Jewish Center Rockland & Palmer Avenues Mamaroneck, NY 10543 (914)698-2960 [cid:image001.jpg@01D0B272.2039F730] <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.wjcenter.org/__;!!KGKeuk

[ha-Safran] Book for young children about Theodore Herzl

Hi: I have done a cursory search for books about Theodore Herzl for second graders and not found anything. Our religious school teacher has asked me for suggestions. Any ideas? Thanks very much! Arlene Arlene Ratzabi Librarian, Hendel Family Library Westchester Jewish Center Rockland

[ha-Safran] Customs relating to baby naming by South American Jews

practices which tell a little about this, I was wondering whether anyone can recommend anything more specific. We are also trying to get a Spanish siddur which I note there are several on Amazon. We would like to loan one out if possible. Thank you very much! Arlene Arlene Ratzabi Librarian

Re: [ha-Safran] AJL Roundtable: Summer Reads (July 22)

Hi I would love to attend but will be flying back home. If there are lists that can be emailed I would live them. Thanks Arlene Get Outlook for iOS __

[ha-Safran] Author program

the children asked amazing questions. It was clear from their comments that the collaboration between Sherry and Ruth was very successful. I recommend this book for your libraries. It is available from the usual places. Arlene Ratzabi Arlene Ratzabi Librarian, Hendel Family Library Westchester Jew

[ha-Safran] FW: Starting Jan. 18th Jewish poetry workshop with Cathleen Cohen  🌈

Hello: I wanted to bring to your attention a poetry workshop for those of you who are interested in poetry and write poetry. Thank you, Arlene Arlene Ratzabi Librarian, Hendel Family Library Westchester Jewish Center Rockland & Palmer Avenues Mamaroneck, NY 10543 (914)698-2960 [cid:imag

Re: [ha-Safran] Jewish Ethical wisdom

an on behalf of RONALD SCHNEIDER via Hasafran Sent: Thursday, December 24, 2020 11:57:42 AM To: hasafran@lists.osu.edu Subject: [ha-Safran] Jewish Ethical wisdom Hi, On behalf of my congregation librarian at Temple Emanuel of South Hills, we would like to accept and thank you for your generous of

[ha-Safran] Virtual Conference Thank you

of the US, and I feel a particular obligation as the volunteer founder and keeper of the books (I am not a professional librarian) to maintain this resource for our dispersed and diverse community. Attending conferences when I can (every 3-5 years) has been extremely helpful, but this virtual

[ha-Safran] FW: Be the first to pre-order our brand new Purim game!!! 🎭⭐🎭⭐🎭

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[ha-Safran] FW: Pre-orders open now for Let's Make a Shpiel!

Just wanted to bring this new and creative game for family and education use for Purim! Many cool ideas and activities to learn about the holiday and have fun doing it! Can be very useful in library activities. Arlene Arlene Ratzabi Librarian, Hendel Family Library Westchester Jewish Center

[ha-Safran] Synagogue libraries

would love to see it! If anyone has experience with a major anniversary and what to include, how to showcase the library, that would also be helpful. Thanks very much! Arlene Arlene Ratzabi Librarian, Hendel Family Library Westchester Jewish Center Rockland & Palmer Avenues Mamaroneck, NY 1

[ha-Safran] Cataloguing/classification question

with the reader making decisions along the way. There is a fact based intro to each chapter but then the reader takes over. I am inclined to put it in American Jewish Culture and Civilization in the Weine system (973). But I would appreciate any thoughts. Thanks Arlene Arlene Ratzabi Librarian

[ha-Safran] Encyclopedia question

Hello I have been cleaning out my reference section, and wonder whether I need to retain the Universal Jewish Encyclopedia, edition 1939-43. I do not think anyone has touched it for many years. Thanks Arlene Arlene Ratzabi Librarian, Hendel Family Library Westchester Jewish Center Rockland

[ha-Safran] LGBTQ Books for Jewish Libraries

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[ha-Safran] Library Program in Queens!

Jonathan Kirsch. Please join us for this exciting program. Books will be for sale and a collation will follow the program. Location: Israel Center of Conservative Judaism 167-11 73rd Ave. Flushing, NY 11366 Arlene Arlene Ratzabi Librarian, Israel Center of Conservative Judaism 167-11 73rd Avenue

Re: [ha-Safran] Book hunt

Hi I have the book in Westchester! There is a cat on one page, small yellow drawing of no significance in the story. Arlene Arlene Ratzabi Librarian, Hendel Family Library Westchester Jewish Center Rockland & Palmer Avenues Mamaroneck, NY 10543 (914)698-2960 [cid:image001

[ha-Safran] Hanukkah books for young children

children can understand. We looked at the board books but they were too simple. Do you have any suggestions? Thanks and happy holiday! Arlene Arlene Ratzabi Librarian, Hendel Family Library Westchester Jewish Center Rockland & Palmer Avenues Mamaroneck, NY 10543 (914)698-2960 [cid:image001

[ha-Safran] Siddurim to donate

know of a different shul / school / Hillel / etc. who could use them, please contact me. Happy Turkey Day! Susan -- Susan Pankowsky Librarian West End Synagogue 615-269-4592 librarywestend...@gmail.com http://www.westendsyn.org The opposite of love is not hate but indifference; the opposite of

[ha-Safran] Graphic novels

also. Thanks Arlene Arlene Ratzabi Librarian, Hendel Family Library Westchester Jewish Center Rockland & Palmer Avenues Mamaroneck, NY 10543 (914)698-2960 [cid:image001.jpg@01D0B272.2039F730] <https://www.wjcenter.org/> [https://www.wjcenter.org/sites/default/files/uploa

Re: [ha-Safran] Looking for Hebrew English transliterated children's dictionary

Word Book, Judye Groner, pictures by Pepi Marzel. Kar-Ben. 2005. ISBN 9781580131261. 6. Let's Learn Hebrew Picture Dictionary, by the Editors of Passport Books, McGraw-Hill, 1994, ISBN 0071408258. Good Luck! Arlene Arlene Ratzabi Librarian, Hendel Family Library Westch

[ha-Safran] Weine Users Group

Hi: We are looking to reconvene those of you who were part of the Weine Users Group several years ago. Can you contact me directly at librar...@wjcenter.org<mailto:librar...@wjcenter.org> if you were part of this group. Thanks very much! Arlene Arlene Ratzabi Librarian, Hendel Family L

[ha-Safran] Pop Up Exhibits

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[ha-Safran] Long Island Library Program Reminder

Hello: Just a reminder of a wonderful program sponsored by the Long Island Chapter of AJL tomorrow evening at Nassau Community College with guest speaker, Dr. Arthur Friedman. Please see attached flyer for details. Hope to see you there! Arlene Arlene Ratzabi Librarian, Hendel Family Library

[ha-Safran] Library Program on Long Island

I would like to inform you of a wonderful program that the Long Island Chapter of AJL is holding on March 18. The details are attached. If you have any questions or If you are interested in joining our chapter, please contact me. Arlene Ratzabi Librarian, Hendel Family Library Westchester

[ha-Safran] Shelving of children's materials

I responded to Sally separately about her inquiry but Stephanie does raise the important issue here. "Lacking a trained librarian" can be easily remedied by "hiring a trained librarian" who would be a valuable resource for the synagogue library and religious school and help

[ha-Safran] Graphic novels for children

have any other suggestions? Thanks for your help. Arlene Arlene Ratzabi Librarian, Hendel Family Library Westchester Jewish Center Palmer & Rockland Aves. Mamaroneck, NY 10543 Tel 914-698-2960 Fax 914-698-3610 librar...@wjcenter.org<mailto:librar...@wjcenter.org> "Live as if

[ha-Safran] how to catalog books related to Jewish "mindfulness"

Hi all, We just received a large donation of books relating to Jewish mindfulness and spirituality, and I'm wondering how to catalog them under our Elazar system. Kabbalah doesn't seem right for most of the books . . . any suggestions? Robin B. Jacobson Library & Literary Arts Director Ada

[ha-Safran] Save the date! Long Island Library program

Bay Road Syosset, New York Questions/Reservations Arlene Ratzabi aratz...@gmail.com <mailto:aratz...@gmail.com> LIAJL Membership inquiries to aratz...@gmail.com <mailto:aratz...@gmail.com> LOOKING FORWARD TO SEEING YOU THERE Arlene Ratzabi Librarian, Hend

Re: [ha-Safran] Circulation question

We use a similar Shabbat technique with the only difference that our shoebox has cards with each family's name. The members paperclip their member card to the cards of the books they want to take out and leave the clipped sets on the desk. The envelopes may be a better system! _

[ha-Safran] Meeting Reminder Long Island Chapter of AJL

evine, AJL Vice President for Publications and Librarian, North Shore Hebrew Academy High School Thursday, October 24, 2013 7-9 p.m. North Shore Hebrew Academy High School 400 North Service Road Great Neck, NY 11020 Phone: 516- 487-2424 (Northwest corner of Community Drive and the LIE)

[ha-Safran] NYPL 100 List

Another great one on the list, Joseph had a Little Overcoat by Simms Taback. Arlene Ratzabi Librarian, Hendel Family Library Westchester Jewish Center Palmer & Rockland Aves. Mamaroneck, NY 10543 Tel 914-698-2960 Fax 914-698-3610 librar...@wjcenter.org "Live as if you we

Re: [ha-Safran] FW: Novel w/ character who atones

*Atonement* by Ian McEwan. Sincerely, Leah Bennett On Fri, May 31, 2013 at 11:34 AM, l schechter bennett < leahbatsa...@hotmail.com> wrote: > > > Sent from Windows Mail > > *From:* Haim A Gottschalk > *Sent:* May 31, 2013 11:00 AM > *To:* ALBA TOSCANO, Marga Hirsch > *CC:* hasaf...@lists.acs.oh

[ha-Safran] AJL conference 2013

Hi, I am interested in attending this years AJL conference. I would like to know if the food served at the conference will be kosher, and if so, under whose supervision? Thanks so much. Samuel__ Messages and opinions expressed on Hasafran are those of the individual author and are not necessarily

[ha-Safran] INTENTIONS by Deborah Heiligman

with this book! Many thanks, Amy Turim Librarian, Temple Emanuel Kensington, MD __ 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 f

Re: [ha-Safran] BUCHENWALD

ppropriate home. Amy Turim, librarian Temple Emanuel, Kensington, MD libr...@templeemanuelmd.org __ Messages and opinions expressed on Hasafran are those of the individual author and are not necessarily endorsed by the Association of Jewish Libraries (AJL) ===

[ha-Safran] Cataloging advice

category. Suggestions?? As to BE A MENSCH. Jewish Identity? Again, I'm at a bit of a loss. Any help much appreciated - you may contact me off-list @ libr...@templeemanuelmd.org Amy Turim librarian __ Messages and opinions expressed on Hasafran are those of the individual auth

Re: [ha-Safran] Online Catalog

We are now switching to OPALS, which is web-based so anyone can access the public catalog online, and there's no monetary investment relative to what we were paying Follett before. Returns not in yet. Quoting Mark Ingram : The library committee of the Bendiner Library of Temple Beth El is r

Re: [ha-Safran] Please recommend an inexpensive library automationsystem

I've been testing OPALS and think we're about to switch to it (from a discontinued system). I echo Susan's comments. Barbara Quoting Susan Dubin : I have been very happy with OPALS. It is easy to use, has a simple search interface and is inexpensive. Susan Dubin Off-the-Shelf Library Servi

[ha-Safran] Childrens book on nature and Judaism

ok on the subject. There are a number of books about Tu b'Shevat and trees etc. but anything like the mosquitos/insects? Any help is much appreciated! Thanks, Arlene Arlene Ratzabi Librarian, Hendel Family Library Westchester Jewish Center Palmer & Rockland Aves. Mamaroneck, NY

[ha-Safran] Guy DeLisle's "Jerusalem" graphic novel

lf, your library and your library's users? In this new workshop, librarian and cloud computing expert Krista Godfrey will introduce you to the cloud, explaining how it works in straightforward terms librarians at every technical level can understand. She'll then show how you can use cloud-bas

[ha-Safran] Converting from old Follett software

t about Destiny. I'd love to hear more from people who have switched to one or the other - or something else - about their experiences. If you're willing to have me contact you off-list, can you be in touch? Thanks so much, Barbara Mende Librarian Congregation Mishkan Tefila 300 Hamm

[ha-Safran] American history books for fifth graders

books but anything else that covers that topic would be great. Thanks! Barbara Mende Librarian Congregation Mishkan Tefila 300 Hammond Pond Parkway Chestnut Hill, MA 02467 (617) 332-7770 Fax: (617) 332-2871__ Messages and opinions expressed on Hasafran are those of the individual author and ar

[ha-Safran] Biography of Netanyahu?

We don't seem to have one, and I thought I recalled one being published recently but can't find it in the recent AJL reviews. Does anyone know of such a book? Thanks, Barbara Mende Librarian Congregation Mishkan Tefila 300 Hammond Pond Parkway Chestnut Hill, MA 02467 (617) 332-7770

[ha-Safran] Cataloguing Question

Hi all: I am looking for advice on a cataloguing question. My synagogue library uses the Eleazar system. I was asked to incorporate the synagogue's nursery school's books into this system. For the Jewish themed books, there is no problem - I assign them the Eleazar catalog number the boo

[ha-Safran] Fw: Old Follett software

Since I've been asked to share responses, I'm doing so. Those of you who have more info for me, please send it to the list too. Barbara - Original Message - From: Marcie Eskin To: 'Librarian' Sent: Wednesday, June 27, 2012 9:04 AM Subject: RE: [ha-Safran] Old F

[ha-Safran] Jews in sports

and maybe even find some women if there are any. Fiction would be good too, but can't think of anything between The Natural and The Art of Fielding, and the only thing Jewish about those is their authors. We need to broaden our horizons! Please shower ideas on us! Thanks! Barbara Mende

[ha-Safran] Old Follett software

ld be corrupted, etc. Then I discovered that the operating system for the whole synagogue is about to be upgraded. Has anyone had experience running Spectrum or other "mature software" with Vista/Windows 7? Upgrading to Destiny really isn't in the budget. Thanks! Barbara Mende Li

Re: [ha-Safran] Recommendations for adult congreg-wide read withchildren's book tie-in

Whatever you come up with, Hillary, do share it with the list. We started with Nextbook books; we used Marc Chagall a few years ago and the kids made paper windows, and we used Pinsky's King David and the kids did David things although I don't recall from what book. Those worked. But we are look

Re: [ha-Safran] Weine number for "The Israelis"

Afraid we just have it under 953. But we try to keep to as few decimal places as possible. Barbara Mende Librarian Congregation Mishkan Tefila 300 Hammond Pond Parkway Chestnut Hill, MA 02467 (617) 332-7770 Fax: (617) 332-2871 - Original Message - From: London, Shira To: hasaf