PJ Library Baltimore

03/07/2025

We had an amazing time at our Purim-themed Tot Shabbat at the Owings Mills Library! Families came in costume, sang songs, read stories, and enjoyed some delicious Hamantaschen. 🎭📖🎶

A huge thank you to Morah Kate and Morah Amy for making this Tot Shabbat so special for our little friends!

03/05/2025

Meet the Portnoy Family!

Andrea, originally from Pikesville, and Michael, from Fort Lauderdale, live in Pikesville with their kids, Emmy (6) and Ryan (4), and their dog, Sadie. They love the local charm of their neighborhood. Their favorite PJ Library book is "Five Little Gefiltes", which gets the kids laughing as they learn new Yiddish words.

PJ Library has become a key part of their Jewish life, allowing them to explore holidays and share traditions. "It’s a great way for us to connect with our community and teach our kids about the importance of being Jewish," they share.

Outside, the Portnoys enjoy picnics at Lake Roland after the kids play on the playground. At home, they love watching Encanto, celebrating Chanukah with latkes, sufganiyot, and presents, and playing Candyland for family game night.

03/04/2025

We’re kicking off the Purim fun early! Join us for Tot Shabbat this Friday, March 7, from 10 -11 a.m. at the Owings Mills Branch Library. Come dressed in your favorite Purim costume and we’ll bring the challah, grape juice, AND hamantaschen!

Register today: https://bit.ly/41gizEE

03/03/2025

Spotted at Jewish Educational Services's Early Childhood Educators Conference today. WE 💙TEACHERS!

03/03/2025

Check out this round up of community events for Purim! 🥳

Get ready to celebrate Purim in style with a lineup of fun, vibrant events that everyone can enjoy! Whether you’re shaking your grogger at a family-friendly carnival, enjoying a costume party, or hearing the megillah for the first time, these events are all about making memories and having fun together. 🎭🎉📜

Check out our Round Up of Community Events: thejewishnetwork.org/purim-round-up-2025/

02/27/2025

Happy National Pokémon Day! Since its debut in 1996, Pokémon has become a global phenomenon, bringing joy and adventure to generations, just like PJ Library!

Today, we’re celebrating by sharing our staff's favorite Pokémon! From classic favorites to quirky picks, it’s all about what makes each of us unique.

Swipe to see our team's top Pokémon and tell us: Which Pokémon is your favorite?

02/26/2025

Calling all grandparents! Join The Network, Jewish Community Center (JCC) of Greater Baltimore, and Jewish Grandparents Network for a special learning experience designed just for you.

Explore how Shabbat can deepen family connections. Learn to create a meaningful experience beyond dinner and blessings while building relationships with fellow grandparents.

📅 Tuesdays, March 25 – April 29
⏰ 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
📍 Rosenbloom Owings Mills JCC

Register today: thejewishnetwork.org/grandparent-shabbat-studio

Join fellow grandparents in a meaningful learning experience The Network, J Life and Jewish Grandparents Network! Discover how to create a Shabbat meal that goes beyond dinner and blessings, fostering deeper connections and enriching your Jewish practice. This cohort is a wonderful opportunity to bu...

02/24/2025

Join us, the Jewish Community Center (JCC) of Greater Baltimore and the Jewish Grandparents Network on Wednesday, March 5, for the Grand Hamantaschen Bake! 👩‍🍳

Grandparents and grandchildren will bake delicious hamantaschen while creating sweet memories. In the spirit of Purim, we'll also assemble Mishloach Manot (gifts of food) for those in need.

Register today: jcc.org/event/grand-hamantaschen-bake

02/20/2025

One of Jewish teachings’ highest virtues is compassion, and not just for humans.

Tz’ar Ba’alei Chayim is Hebrew for the Jewish value of kindness to animals, and PJ Library is full of books about all kinds of critters and creatures that kids love to get compassionate about. 🐶🐱🐭

Check out these books: https://bit.ly/4k5HpzH

Jewish bedtime stories and music for FREE! PJ Library mails Jewish children's books & music to families with Jewish children as a gift from your local Jewish community.

02/19/2025

We're still going strong for Jewish Disability Awareness & Inclusion Month (JDAIM)! ✨

JDAIM is a global movement to raise awareness and foster inclusion for people with disabilities and those who love them. Since 2009, Jewish communities worldwide have come together each February to create more accessible and welcoming spaces for all.

Check out these 3 Easy Ways to Support JDAIM: https://bit.ly/4hIJQGP

02/18/2025

Join us for a joyful morning filled with fun, music, and delicious snacks! Bring along your favorite musical instruments to add to the celebration. We’ll provide the challah and grape juice for everyone to enjoy.

Register today: thejewishnetwork.org/tot-shabbat-17

02/13/2025

Celebrate Tu B’Shevat, the New Year of the Trees, with fun and meaningful activities for the whole family! Gabrielle Burger, Senior Director of Jewish Experiences, shares creative ways to help kids connect with nature and the holiday. Check out these meaningful activities bring the spirit of Tu B’Shevat to life. 🌳🍂

Read more: thejewishnetwork.org/celebrate-tu-bshevat

The holiday of Tu B’Shevat, translated as the 15th of the month of Shevat, is a beautiful holiday where we take time to celebrate nature. This year Tu B’Shevat falls out on Thursday, February 13th. Tu B’Shevat is sometimes called the birthday of the trees and is therefore also known as one of ...

02/12/2025

Join our friends at Beth Tfiloh Dahan Community School on Monday, March 3 for a music concert, story time & craft!

Register today: https://form.jotform.com/243386080100143

02/10/2025

Still searching for the perfect Jewish camp for your kids? Don't miss our Virtual Camp Fairs on Feb. 18 & 23! 💻🏕️

Meet camp staff, get your questions answered, and connect with other Baltimore families. It’s easy, relaxed, and all about finding the perfect Jewish summer home for your child!

Register now: thejewishnetwork.org/event/virtual-camp-fair

02/07/2025

We had a blast this morning for JDAIM Tot Shabbat at We Rock The Spectrum - Baltimore!

Wishing everyone a Shabbat Shalom ✌️💙

02/05/2025

Meet the Drutz-Hannahs Family! ✨💙

Adam, who grew up in Baltimore County, and Paul, originally from Cincinnati, Ohio, and Bel Air, Maryland, now live in Garrison with their 22-month-old daughter, Lena. The family’s favorite PJ Library book is "Havdalah Sky", which helps them prepare for the new week. PJ Library books play a meaningful role in reminding them to celebrate and honor what’s important in Jewish life.

They love visiting Port Discovery during the cold winters, and their favorite family "movie" is the beloved kids' show, "Bluey". Lena particularly enjoyed lighting the candles during Hannukah this past year, and though they’re not yet into board games, she adores playing peek-a-boo!

02/04/2025

We are so excited to head out to We Rock The Spectrum - Baltimore for Tot Shabbat this week, in honor of Jewish Disability Awareness, Acceptance and Inclusion Month (JDAIM)!

Enjoy a joyful morning filled with fun, music, and delicious snacks! Bring along your favorite musical instruments to add to the celebration. We’ll provide the challah and grape juice for everyone to enjoy.

Register today: thejewishnetwork.org/tot-shabbat-18

02/03/2025

February is Jewish Disability Awareness, Acceptance & Inclusion Month (JDAIM)! 🤟💙♿️

Inclusion isn’t just about access—it’s about belonging. We celebrate the beauty of diverse abilities and commit to making Jewish spaces welcoming for everyone.

Check out how we’re enriching the connection to Jewish life for individuals of all abilities and backgrounds: thejewishnetwork.org/disability-inclusion