PJ Library

Your Child’s Treasury of Jewish Books

Parents Blessing Children

The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington is thrilled to share PJ Library® (PJ, as in “pajamas”) with our entire community. This program provides families raising Jewish children from newborn–8 years old with a FREE treasury of Jewish books! Every month, families enrolled in PJ Library receive a high-quality, expertly-selected and kid-tested (!) Jewish book or CD as a gift from the community. PJ Library in Greater Washington is a gift from The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington, the Harold Grinspoon Foundation, and generous local donors.

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FROM THE JEWISH FEDERATION

703-J-CARING Community Support Line
Feeling overwhelmed? Unsure about your options for support? Call 703-J-CARING: The Jewish Community Support Line (703-522-7464), to be connected with the many resources available to residents of DC, MD, and Northern VA.

Connect with Purpose with Your Grandchildren

FROM PJ LIBRARY

Children’s Books, Videos, and More That Can Make Your Family Feel Instantly Closer to Israel
We could all use some uplifting sights, sounds, and stories of Israel right now. Here’s a collection that’s great for kids.

Here are two ways to get advice from noted expert Dr. Sivan Zakai on discussing the tragic situation in Israel with children:

  • Read her article in Kveller, called “How to Talk to Kids About What’s Happening in Israel Right Now.”
  • The Jewish Education Project hosted a webinar with Dr. Zakai to support adults having these challenging conversations with kids. Watch the recording here.

PJ Library Listen
Have your kids listened to PJ Library Listen? It’s kept up-to-date with holiday songs, videos, and read-alouds, and even a Simchat Torah dance party playlist.

PJ OUR WAY

PJ Our Way November Choices
PJ Our Way kids have between the 1st and the 10th of the month to log in and choose their next middle grade book or graphic novel.

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Is your little one ready for preschool? We hope that you are able to find a Jewish preschool to start your child on his/her Jewish journey.

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Provide your child(ren) with the building blocks for their Jewish future. Explore the options for area day schools and whether they are a good option for your child(ren).

Family-Friendly Volunteer Opportunities

Helping out as a family is a wonderful way for everyone to do a Mitzvah! Jconnect can help you find family-friendly volunteer opportunities. 

Family-Friendly Events Cosponsored by PJ Library in Greater Washington

Bim Bom Bags: A Year of Crafts and Fun!

Wednesday, November 29, 2023 | 12:00 am

First Friday Tot Shabbat & Family Service

Friday, December 1, 2023 | 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm

Wheelchair Accessible

Hanukkah Tot Service, Shabbat Potluck & Family Service at Oseh Shalom

Friday, December 1, 2023 | 5:30 pm - 8:45 pm

Wheelchair Accessible

RSJ Potluck

Saturday, December 2, 2023 | 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Wheelchair Accessible

Young Families Shabbat

Saturday, December 2, 2023 | 11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Wheelchair Accessible

Klezmer Brunch: Seth Kibel & Friends

Sunday, December 3, 2023 | 10:30 am - 12:30 pm

Wheelchair Accessible

Tiny Lights: Tales for Chanukah

Sunday, December 3, 2023 | 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Wheelchair Accessible

Tinok Time with Morah Ariel

Monday, December 4, 2023 | 10:45 am - 12:00 pm

Wheelchair Accessible

Virtual Chanukah Candle Lightings

Thursday, December 7, 2023 | 6:00 pm - 6:15 pm

Wheelchair Accessible

Night of 1000 Menorahs

Friday, December 8, 2023 | 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Wheelchair Accessible

Virtual Chanukah Candle Lightings

Friday, December 8, 2023 | 6:00 pm - 6:15 pm

Wheelchair Accessible

Young Families Shabbat

Saturday, December 9, 2023 | 11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Wheelchair Accessible

Tiny Lights: Tales for Chanukah

Saturday, December 9, 2023 | 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Wheelchair Accessible

Virtual Chanukah Candle Lightings

Saturday, December 9, 2023 | 6:00 pm - 6:15 pm

Wheelchair Accessible

Growing Grasshoppers with J-Family (Virtual)

Sunday, December 10, 2023 | 11:00 am - 11:30 am

Community Hanukkah Celebration at Oseh Shalom

Sunday, December 10, 2023 | 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Wheelchair Accessible