[ha-Safran] Siddur Sim Shalom with English transliteration?

2018-11-13 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Good morning Safranim, Is there a version of Sim Shalom siddur (week day or Shabbat) with transliteration? Many thanks for your collective knowledge. *Wendie Sittenfield, M.I.S.Director of Library/Media Services* *Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy* *272 S. Bryn Mawr Avenue* *Bryn Mawr, PA

[ha-Safran] Seeking short film on intro to Islam for Jewish high school comparative religions course

2018-12-12 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Good morning wonderful safranim, I am searching for a short film that provides an introduction to Islam for upper school students in a comparative religions course. Many thanks for your suggestions. *Wendie Sittenfield, M.I.S.Director of Library/Media Services* *Jack M. Barrack Hebrew

[ha-Safran] searching for a middle school appropriate film for Yom HaZikaron

2019-03-19 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Shalom wonderful safranim, Please send me suggestions for a middle school appropriate feature or documentary film to show on Yom HaZikaron. Many thanks in advance. *Wendie Sittenfield, M.I.S.Director of Library/Media Services* *Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy* *272 S. Bryn Mawr Avenue* *Bryn

[ha-Safran] כל הכבוד Rachel!

2019-02-10 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Shalom Rachel and wonderful Safranim, I was very proud to see that your article, "The Jewish Experience In America" is featured in the February 2019 issue of *School Library Journal.* Mazal tov! Wendie Sittenfield, M.I.S. Head Librarian Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy Bryn Mawr, PA __ Messages

[ha-Safran] searching for a Hebrew short story: מנורה וענפי זית by Levin Kipnis

2019-02-14 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Hello wonderful Safranim, Does anyone have a copy of the short story called, מנורה וענפי זית by Levin Kipnis? It was published in 2008, in a volume called: *סיפורים ליום העצמאות: סיפורים, שירים, וחידות* Thank you very much. Shabbat shalom. *Wendie Sittenfield, M.I.S.Director of

[ha-Safran] ILL search for JewAsian: Race, religion, and Identity for America's Newest Jews by Helen Kiyong Kim and Noah Samuel Leavitt, ISBN 978-0-8032-8565-1.

2019-06-05 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Shalom wonderful Safranim, Does anyone have this title for the purpose of interlibrary loan? Many thanks in advance. *Wendie Sittenfield, M.I.S.Director of Library/Media Services* *Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy* *272 S. Bryn Mawr Avenue* *Bryn Mawr, PA 19010* *610 922 2356* *.* __

[ha-Safran] seeking a 21st century version of The Many Faces of Judaism

2019-05-18 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Shalom wonderful safranim, *The Many Faces of Judaism *by Gilbert S. Rosenthal compares the different denominations of Judaism in a user friendly manner. Does anyone have a suggestion for a similar book that could be used with high school students? Many thanks in advance for your suggestions.

[ha-Safran] seeking a page from Gunkel's commentary on Genesis and a page from the Hertz Chumash

2019-05-21 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Good afternoon amazing safranim, Please let me know if you have the ability to scan the sheet music for the Haftarah trope from the Hertz Chumash and a commentary on the Flood story from * Hermann Gunkel's commentary on the book of Genesis.* Many thanks in advance for your assistance.

[ha-Safran] Seeking appropriate films to show to pre=bnai mitzvah students

2019-07-30 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Hello wonderful Safranim, Please send your recommendations my way for appropriate and engaging films to show the b'nai mitzvah age set. Thanks very much. *Wendie Sittenfield, M.I.S.Director of Library/Media Services* *Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy* *272 S. Bryn Mawr Avenue* *Bryn Mawr, PA

Re: [ha-Safran] Seeking appropriate films to show to pre-Bnai Mitzvah students

2019-07-31 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
ts.service.ohio-state.edu> > *Subject:* Re: [ha-Safran] Seeking appropriate films to show to pre-Bnai > Mitzvah students > > > > Wendy, > > Keeping up with the Steins. > > There was also a TV series. I can’t remember the title. Maybe Brookline > Bridge. > &

[ha-Safran] Searching for chapter 10 from Discourses of purity in transcultural perspective (300-1600) / edited by Matthias Bley, Nikolas Jaspert, Stefan Köck

2019-10-24 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Hello amazing Safranim, I would be most grateful to receive a copy of chapter 10 (starting on page 269) from the following book: Discourses of purity in transcultural perspective (300-1600) / edited by Matthias Bley, Nikolas Jaspert, Stefan Köck The chapter is called, "Patterns of

[ha-Safran] Neubauer mansucript #1102. French siddur?

2019-10-13 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Hello and חג שמח ספרנים, Does anyone have access to the following? Neubauer mansucript #1102. French siddur Thank you very much. Wendie Sittenfield __ Messages and opinions expressed on Hasafran are those of the individual author and are not necessarily endorsed by the Association of Jewish

[ha-Safran] How do small libraries handle the Bar Ilan Judaic Library on USB?

2019-12-21 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Shalom amazing safranim, How do small libraries handle the Bar Ilan Judaic Library on USB? Do you keep it on one computer only, or do you allow it to circulate? Many thanks in advance for your help. *Wendie Sittenfield, M.I.S.Director of Library/Media Services* *Jack M. Barrack Hebrew

Re: [ha-Safran] important article about need for school librarians

2020-02-11 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Dear Edith, Thank you so much for sharing thos article. I plan on sharing it with my administration. With much appreciation. Wendie Sittenfield Library Director Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy On Mon, Feb 10, 2020, 9:43 PM Edith Lubetski via Hasafran < hasafran@lists.osu.edu> wrote: > Dr.

[ha-Safran] request for an English translation of Talmud Yerushalmi Nedarim 9:1

2020-01-15 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Dear wonderful Safranim, I would be very grateful to receive a copy of Nedarim 9:1 from the *Jerusalem Talmud.* Thank you in advance. *Wendie Sittenfield, M.I.S.Director of Library/Media Services* *Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy* *272 S. Bryn Mawr Avenue* *Bryn Mawr, PA 19010* *610 922

[ha-Safran] Seeking an article from Jewish Educational Leadership Fall 2008

2020-03-18 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Hello Safranim, I hope that you are doing well. Does anyone have the ability to send me the following article? GETTING THE DISCUSSION STARTED: TEACHING THE PALESTINIAN NARRATIVE IN DIASPORA JEWISH SCHOOLS by: Francis Nataf Many thanks in advance. *Wendie Sittenfield, M.I.S.Director of

[ha-Safran] searching for a Hebrew Gesher book

2020-03-17 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Hello amazing safranim, I am searching for *תפוחים מן המדבר *in Gesher format. Does anyone know where I could purchase it? Or, does it exist in pdf format to use with students during our quarantine? Many thanks in advance. *Wendie Sittenfield, M.I.S.Director of Library/Media Services*

[ha-Safran] Shlosha Sipurim by Savyon Liebrecht (Gesher)

2020-03-17 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Hello safranim, I was told by the lovely Chana from Israel Bookshop in Brookline, that *Shlosha Sipurim *includes the short story, "Apples From the Desert." Does anyone have a copy of the story that can be scanned and sent to me? One of my Hebrew teachers would like to use it for online

[ha-Safran] searching for digital or PDF version of two books for online learning

2020-08-19 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Hello Safranim, Other than Google Books, has anyone found the following two titles in digital format? *Encyclopedia of Jewish Medical Ethics* by Avraham Steinberg *Contemporary Halakhic Problems* by J. David Bleich. Many thanks in advance. *Wendie Sittenfield, M.I.S.Director of

Re: [ha-Safran] 83 Youth Holocaust Books spanning 73 years

2020-09-27 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Amazing list, thank you so much. On Sat, Sep 26, 2020, 5:32 PM Stephanie Krasner via Hasafran < hasafran@lists.osu.edu> wrote: >  > 2000 - The Yellow Star by Carmen Deedy ( Danish resistance ) > > > Sent from my iPhone > > On Sep 26, 2020, at 1:41 AM, Jeff Corbett via Hasafran < >

Re: [ha-Safran] Seeking Holocaust book for grades 6-7 as a class read

2020-09-22 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Thank you all for your wonderful suggestion. Shanah tova. Wendie Sittenfield On Tue, Sep 22, 2020, 2:21 AM LOIS RUBY via Hasafran wrote: > Hello, all, and g'mar chatimah tovim, > I've poured over the lists of Holocaust books suitable for grades 6 and 7 > that have been sent around recently

Re: [ha-Safran] Seeking Holocaust book for grades 6-7 as a class read

2020-09-17 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Thank you very much. On Thu, Sep 17, 2020, 3:35 PM Jeff Corbett wrote: > Shana Tova too! > > May I refer you to an excellent New Yorker magazine article on this topic? > https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2018/07/23/how-should-childrens-books-deal-with-the-holocaust > > It just depends on what

Re: [ha-Safran] Seeking Holocaust book for grades 6-7 as a class read

2020-09-17 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
ly touching. It's a novel that subtly evokes the war > in France, but also touches on both American near-obliviousness to their > people's suffering in Europe, and on what it was like being a Jewish kid > among gentile kids in America in the 1940s. The psychological study of Alan > is as prof

Re: [ha-Safran] searching for a few pages from an MA Thesis from Hebrew University

2020-05-27 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
ProQuest Dissertations and Theses, so you might have > to contact the university directly. Emily > > Emily Bergman > SSCPL President > AJL > emilyanneberg...@gmail.com > > > On Mon, May 25, 2020 at 7:39 PM Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran < > hasafran@lists.osu.edu>

[ha-Safran] seeking research article

2020-05-25 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Hello amazing safranim, Does anyone have full text access to the following article? With much appreciation. On the Underground Press in the Warsaw Ghetto Joseph Kermish First Published February 1, 1962 Research Article

[ha-Safran] searching for a few pages from an MA Thesis from Hebrew University

2020-05-25 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Hello safranim, Does anyone have access to leaves 42-48 from the following thesis: [image: nadelhaft, erica.JPG] Many thanks in advance. *Wendie Sittenfield, M.I.S.Director of Library/Media Services* *Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy* *272 S. Bryn Mawr Avenue* *Bryn Mawr, PA 19010* *610 922

[ha-Safran] Seeking Holocaust book for grades 6-7 as a class read

2020-09-16 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Hello Safranim, Please send me your suggestions for a really engaging book for a middle school class to read prior to starting a Holocaust elective. Many thanks in advance. Shana tova. Wendie Sittenfield __ Messages and opinions expressed on Hasafran are those of the individual author and are

[ha-Safran] searching for contact information for online subscriptions to HaAretz online

2020-09-16 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Shalom safranim, Does anyone have an online subscription to *HaAretz*? If so, please share the contact information. Is it included in any of the subscription databases.? Many thanks as always for your collective expertise. Wendie Sittenfield, M.I.S. Director of Library & Media Services

[ha-Safran] Seeking discussion guide for "Cast a Giant Shadow" film

2020-10-25 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Hello Safranim, Please let me now if you have access to lesson plans or discussion points for the "Cast a Giant Shadow" film version. You suggestions are greatly appreciated. __ Messages and opinions expressed on Hasafran are those of the individual author and are not necessarily endorsed by the

[ha-Safran] Best online Talmud/Mishnah (English or English/Hebrew) for online learning?

2020-08-05 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Shalom safranim, Please send me your suggestions for online Talmud, Mishnah and other online primary texts that include English translation. Many thanks in advance. *Wendie Sittenfield, M.I.S.Director of Library/Media Services* *Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy* *272 S. Bryn Mawr Avenue* *Bryn

Re: [ha-Safran] streaming films through the Kanopy website

2020-07-03 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Hello, Some public library systems offer free access to Kanopy, such as the Free Library of Philadelphia: https://freelibrary.kanopy.com/? Perhaps a public library in your area can provide you with access. Shabbat Shalom. Wendie Sittenfield *Wendie Sittenfield, M.I.S.Director of

[ha-Safran] searching for the film: documentary film "Ben-Gurion, Epilogue" written and directed by Yariv Mozer and produced by Yael Perlov

2020-07-02 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Shalom Safranim, I hope that you found the conference to be as enjoyable as I did. I understand that the documentary "Ben-Gurion, Epilogue" is part of the Steven Spielberg Archive in Jerusalem. Does anyone know if the film is available? Many thanks in advance. *Wendie Sittenfield,

[ha-Safran] Digital Hebrew books platform to recommend?

2020-06-25 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Shalom safranim, Has anyone has a positive experience with a digital collection such as עברית? Many thanks in advance. I am looking forward to meeting you at the AJL convention. Wendie Sittenfield Barrack Hebrew Academy __ Messages and opinions expressed on Hasafran are those of the individual

[ha-Safran] Seeking list of Jewish books for adolescents about "fitting in"

2020-06-02 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Hello safranim, I am looking for Jewish titles similar to the "Love Your Neighbor" list for older high school students. Many thanks in advance. Take good care. Wendie Sittenfield __ Messages and opinions expressed on Hasafran are those of the individual author and are not necessarily endorsed

[ha-Safran] title of a newly published middle grade book about an Ethiopian girl in Israel?

2020-07-23 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Shalom safranim, I read a review about a book that will be published soon with an Ethiopian Israeli girl as the main character. Does this ring a bell? Thanks so much. *Wendie Sittenfield, M.I.S.Director of Library/Media Services* *Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy* *272 S. Bryn Mawr Avenue*

[ha-Safran] seeking a Hebrew translation of books by Gerald Matthews , Moshe Zeidner , or Richard D. Roberts on Emotionial Intelligence

2020-12-08 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Shalom Safranim, I am trying to locate books or articles on Emotional Intelligence by either of the authors in Hebrew. Here is an example of one of the books: Emotional Intelligence: Science and Myth Hardcover – January 3, 2003 by Gerald Matthews

[ha-Safran] Encyclopedia of Jewish Medical Ethics by Avraham Steinberg in ebook or pdf format?

2020-12-16 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Good morning Safranim, Does anyone know if *The Encyclopedia of Jewish Medical Ethics* is available for online learning. Many thanks in advance. Wendie Sittenfield __ Messages and opinions expressed on Hasafran are those of the individual author and are not necessarily endorsed by the

Re: [ha-Safran] The Book of Life: The Puppy Test

2020-12-22 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Kol Hakavod Heidi! On Sun, Dec 20, 2020, 7:32 PM Dina Tanners via Hasafran < hasafran@lists.osu.edu> wrote: > I hear it over a week ago. It’s delightful. Daveed Diggs grew up in the > Oakland area and went to Hebrew school with my cousin in law’s son!! > > Dina Tanners > Congregation Beth

[ha-Safran] searching for a book: LOS JUDAIZANTES CASTELLANOS Y LA INQUISICION EN TIEMPOS DE ISABEL LA CATOLICA Nicolas Lope Martinez

2020-11-09 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Hello safranim, Does anyone have access to the following title? LOS JUDAIZANTES CASTELLANOS Y LA INQUISICION EN TIEMPOS DE ISABEL LA CATOLICANicolas Lope Martinez

Re: [ha-Safran] Answer to: Seeking reliable sources lesson plan on the Holocaust

2021-01-05 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
fqvQzH2sLyPnlzE0UnmviNlvzVJiv2ygPjjnV6Fq9g2OIy0z_c$> > *Honor-**כבוד | Courage-אומץ לב | Kindness-חסד | Community-קהילה* > > > > > > > > On Tue, Jan 5, 2021 at 7:54 AM Shirazi, Gail wrote: > > You might want to contact Dr. Tsipy Gur at classroom without borders. She

[ha-Safran] looking for a print or digital book in Hebrew מאתיים סיפורי אוכל

2021-01-10 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Shalom Safranim, Please direct me to the following book in Hebrew (print or digital edition). מאתיים סיפורי אוכל by עצבה, יהודה [image: image.png] Many thanks in advance. Wendie Sittenfield OPALS

[ha-Safran] Seeking a book review from the most recent issue of Journal of Jewish Education

2021-01-25 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Shalom Safranim, I am seeking to receive a scanned copy of the following book review from the latest issue of "Journal of Jewish Education". "The Oral and the Textual in Jewish Tradition and Jewish Education". The author of the review is Jon A. Levisohn, and the review is on pp. 464-467.

[ha-Safran] Have any of Galila Ron Feder Amit's series Mishpacha VeHatzi been translated into English?

2021-01-25 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Shalom Safranim, Doe anyone know if the Galila Ron Feder Amit series משפחה וחצי been translated into English? Thank you very much in advance. Wendie Sittenfield OPALS

[ha-Safran] seeking books for teaching Israel to 8th grade students

2021-01-21 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Shalom Safranim, I am seeking recommendations for engaging titles to teach about Israel for 8th grade students. Both fiction and nonfiction suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Many thanks. Wendie Sittenfield OPALS

[ha-Safran] Seeking reliable sources lesson plan on the Holocaust

2021-01-04 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Shalom Safranim, Does anyone have a lesson plan to recommend for reliable sources on the Holocaust? I have many quality sources on the topic. However, I am searching for an engaging interactive virtual lesson plan. Many thanks in advance. Wendie Sittenfield __ Messages and opinions expressed

[ha-Safran] Looking for an English translation of: Merging Voices: Voices from the East by Yaakova Sacerdoti

2021-06-09 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Shalom Safranim, Does anyone know if *Merging Voices: Voices from the East* by Yaakova Sacerdoti has been translated into English? Many thanks in advance. Wendie Sittenfield OPALS

[ha-Safran] Israeli Stream TV subscription: Known as Izzy?

2021-05-19 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Shalom Safranim, Is anyone familiar with the web-site - https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.streamisrael.tv/__;!!KGKeukY!nDnQqXNJf3THW5B2HJWQnG49B4PMAlMQK4KBnftfHR7lqJnIcRWi3oqj2TAB7Uu7h9c$

[ha-Safran] Searching for an article from Judaism

2021-02-12 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Shalom Safranim, I am searching for a full text article which is supposedly available from a Proquest database. Foundations of the State of Israel: An Analysis of Israel's Declaration of Independence Eidelberg, Paul.Judaism; New York Vol. 36, Iss. 4, (Fall 1987): 391. My subscription to

[ha-Safran] Have Sydney Taylor Awards for 2021 been uploaded to LibraryThing?

2021-02-22 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Hello Safranim, I noticed that Sydney Taylor Award titles have been uploaded to LibraryThing. Does anyone know if the 2021 award winners have been uploaded there yet? Many thanks in advance. Wendie Sittenfield OPALS

[ha-Safran] Where to view the film "Blue Box"?

2021-08-23 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Shalom safranim, I had a request to locate the film "Blue Box". The description can be found here: https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.docaviv.co.il/2021-en/films/blue-box/__;!!KGKeukY!ng4z-Q4ENA_6_S5tTMpADwCnOKKlcb_7njDtG4LLWcAruRTBQ9R3QikPK9P6kBEdvUc$ Please let me know if you have any

[ha-Safran] The Rabbi Who Prayed with Fire by Rachel Sharona Lewis: your book clubs' next read for 5782!

2021-08-05 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Shalom dear safranim, Believe it or not, Rosh Chodesh Elul starts next Monday, the 9th of August. *The Rabbi Who Prayed With Fire* is a "must read" for your book clubs this year. Rabbi Vivian speaks up for social justice issues, brings a cast of diverse characters to life all while solving a

Re: [ha-Safran] The Rabbi Who Prayed with Fire by Rachel Sharona Lewis: your book clubs' next read for 5782!

2021-08-09 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
nd/or the topics of LGBTQ Jews, diversity and/or > racial justice. > > Hope everyone is well and hanging in there, > > Ann > > Ann Abrams, Librarian > Temple Israel, Boston. > > On Thu, Aug 5, 2021 at 11:46 AM Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran < > hasafran@lists.osu.edu&

[ha-Safran] Quilting mystery with Jewish characters?

2021-07-30 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Hello safranim, A mystery about Jewish women who quilt was presented at the AJL conference. Does anyone recall the title or author of the book? Many thanks in advance. Wendie Sittenfield __ Messages and opinions expressed on Hasafran are those of the individual author and are not necessarily

[ha-Safran] Where to watch "Upheaval: The Journey of Menachem Begin"?

2021-10-20 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Shalom Safranim, Does anyone have any information about where it is possible to stream "Upheaval: The Journey of Menachem Begin"? Thank you in advance. Wendie Sittenfield, M.I.S. Director of Library & Media Services Pronouns (She/Her/Hers) 610 922 2356/wsittenfield@jbha.o rg OPALS

[ha-Safran] seeking recently published journal articles or books for middle school students on Ethiopian Jewry

2021-12-19 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Hello all, In addition to *Too Far From Home, *please send any middle school-friendly recommendations for articles or books about Ethiopian Jewry in Israel. Many thanks in advance. Wendie Sittenfield, M.I.S. Director of Library & Media Services Pronouns (She/Her/Hers) 610 922

Re: [ha-Safran] seeking recently published journal articles or books for middle school students on Ethiopian Jewry

2021-12-19 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
enslaved in > Ethiopia) is finally rescued. A powerful story. > > On Sun, Dec 19, 2021 at 4:15 PM Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran < > hasafran@lists.osu.edu> wrote: > >> Hello all, >> >> In addition to *Too Far From Home, *please send any middle >> schoo

Re: [ha-Safran] New Mexico Trip was so great I'm doing another one!

2021-11-06 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
I just ordered the book, *Gateway to the Moon*, by Mary Morris from my public library. Sounds like a great trip! On Fri, Nov 5, 2021, 5:08 PM Annette Goldsmith via Hasafran < hasafran@lists.osu.edu> wrote: > Safranim, we had a super time and, as Lisa said, learned a lot! If you > couldn't make

[ha-Safran] Searching for Digital Media Educational film clips (and curriculum) in Hebrew

2021-10-27 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Shalom Safranim, Please let me know if there is an Israeli (Hebrew) educational non-profit organization (like Common Sense Media) that provides film clips for students about topics such as "who are you online?" Many thanks in advance for your assistance. Wendie Sittenfield, M.I.S. Director of

Re: [ha-Safran] Are you a Goodreads member? Jewish YA in need of some support

2021-07-15 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Hello Aviva, Do you know how we can get review copies of the book? I will be happy to read it and write some positive comments. Many thanks for bringing this to our attention. Wendie Sittenfield, M.I.S. Director of Library & Media Services Pronouns (She/Her/Hers) 610 922

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

2021-07-28 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
I reccomend* A Treasury of Sephardic Laws and Customs* by Herbert Dobrinsky. There is a section on Hebrew naming customs. On Tue, Jul 27, 2021, 6:07 PM WJC Librarian via Hasafran < hasafran@lists.osu.edu> wrote: > Hi: > > One of our rabbis came into the library to ask about books/material that

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

2021-07-28 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Here is the link to the ebook version of A Treasury of Sephardic Laws and Customs by Herbert Dobrinsky from the Internet Emergency Library:

[ha-Safran] Women of Reform Judaism publication “Medical Marijuana as Mitzvah” study guide

2022-01-13 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Shalom safranim, There are several references to a study guide published by Women of Reform Judaism called “Medical Marijuana as Mitzvah” study guide. Does anyone have access to this study guide? It was available in the past. Many thanks in advance. Wendie Sittenfield, M.I.S. ; CMI Director

[ha-Safran] seeking article by Fred Rosner

2022-01-10 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Shalom safranim, I am searching for an article from "The American Journal of Cosmetic Surgery," "Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery in Judaism," by Fred Rosner. v. 17, no. 1, 2000 Many thanks in advance for your expertise. Wendie Sittenfield Wendie Sittenfield, M.I.S. Director of Library & Media

Re: [ha-Safran] Where to find out of print DVDs of Israeli films & digital access to Israeli films

2022-02-11 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Hello all, The Ma'ale Film School in Jerusalem had their DVD collection digitized. I am not sure how the pricing is set up. It seems to be an "a la carte" system of payment. Perhaps AJL could arrange for a consortia discount. Here is the link: Here is the link:

[ha-Safran] Searching for two historical maps

2022-03-23 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Shalom Safranim, Please let me know if you have access to the following maps: - Map of the world Jewish population from 1880 (or so) to 1948. - Map of immigration to Israel from 1880's to 1948 by country of origin. Thanks so much for any information you can provide. Wendie Sittenfield,

[ha-Safran] seeking text of Reinhard Heydrich's speech at Wannsee Conference

2022-02-10 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Shalom safranim, Does anyone have a suggestion for accessing the text of Reinhard Heydrich's speech at Wannsee Conference? Many thanks in advance for your expert guidance. Thanks so much. Wendie Sittenfield, M.I.S. CMI Director of Library & Media Services Pronouns (She/Her/Hers) 610 922

[ha-Safran] seeking recommendation for contemporary Hebrew language textbook for middle & upper school students

2022-01-25 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Shalom safranim, Other than *Ivrit MinHatchala*, I am looking for updated Hebrew language textbooks that have kept up with the times. In addition, "Gesher" books are so outdated. Please share any suggestions for easy Hebrew books written in contemporary Hebrew. I appreciate any help you can

[ha-Safran] going rate for library consultants?

2023-09-07 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Shalom Safranim, I recently retired from a fabulous 25 year career as a Jewish day school librarian. Does anyone know what the standard hourly rate is for library consulting? Many thanks for any suggestions you could provide. Wishing all of you a sweet new year that overflows with good health

[ha-Safran] You are So Not Invited to My Bat Mitzvah Netflix series

2023-08-24 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Good morning Safranim, The author of the book by the same name appeared at an AJL conference when her book was first published. Has anyone been in touch with Fiona Rosenbloom lately? Best regards, Wendie Sittenfield

[ha-Safran] Seeking book repair for a few very old books

2022-05-20 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Shalom Safranim, Please send information about reliable book repair companies. Many thanks for sharing. Wendie Sittenfield __ 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] searching for a recording of Derek Miller's talk about "How to Find Your Way in the Dark"?

2022-07-08 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Shalom safranm, If available, please send me a recording of Derek Miller's talk from the amazing AJL conference last week. Many thanks in advance. Best regards. Wendie Sittenfield Wendie Sittenfield, M.I.S. CMI Director of Library & Media Services Pronouns (She/Her/Hers/*את, היא)* 610 922

[ha-Safran] seeking to purchase short stories and books in Hebrew

2022-10-27 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Hello all, Please let me know if any of the following works are available in Hebrew for use in the U.S. Thank you for your help. Wendie Sittenfield "The Story of an Hour" - Chopin "The Lottery" - Jackson "Harrison Bergeron" - Vonnegut "Two Kinds" - Tan "Girl" - Kincaid "Lather and Nothing

[ha-Safran] contact information for AJL publicity person who attended the conference in June?

2022-10-27 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Good afternoon everyone, I would like to contact the lovely gentleman who will assist us to publicize our libraries. Please remind me of his name and email address if possible. Thank you very much. Wendie Sittenfield, M.I.S. CMI Director of Library & Media Services Pronouns (She/Her/Hers/*את,

Re: [ha-Safran] Searching for AJL List of recommended books for Rosh HaShanah

2022-09-22 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
07TMP1UAzvgLbhP5umRJzuyMKbOy0NojhtVWK2J5IXsr__XECPuLkNmpvEfG$>. >> Thanks to Robbin Friedman, Amy Lilien-Harper, and Sylvie Shaffer for >> their excellent work putting it together! >> >> With best wishes for a sweet and joyous New Year, >> Michelle >> >

[ha-Safran] Searching for AJL List of recommended books for Rosh HaShanah

2022-09-22 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Shalom Safranim, Please share the AJL list of recommended books for the high holiday season. Many thanks and shanah tovah. Gratefully, Wendie Sittenfield Wendie Sittenfield, M.I.S. CMI Director of Library & Media Services Pronouns (She/Her/Hers/*את, היא)* 610 922 2356/wsittenfield@jbha.o rg

Re: [ha-Safran] Rebecca Levitan talks AJL at the BCPL

2022-10-03 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Kol HaKavod, Rebecca! Wendie Sittenfield, M.I.S. CMI Director of Library & Media Services Pronouns (She/Her/Hers/*את, היא)* 610 922 2356/wsittenfield@jbha.o rg OPALS

Re: [ha-Safran] encyclopedia/reference books question

2022-09-30 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Encyclopedia Judaica is the still the best choice, as it stands the test of time. On Fri, Sep 30, 2022, 2:32 PM Amanda Seigel via Hasafran < hasafran@lists.osu.edu> wrote: > Dear Safranim, Can you recommend any new or newish scholarly encyclopedias > or very general reference works on Judaism

[ha-Safran] Librarians attending the PRIZMA conference?

2023-01-10 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Shalom Safranim, Do any of you attend the PRIZMA conference? Is there a place to have our voices heard there? Thanks for your input. Wendie Sittenfield __ Messages and opinions expressed on Hasafran are those of the individual author and are not necessarily endorsed by the Association of

[ha-Safran] Jewish picture book banned in Florida

2022-12-08 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://forward.com/fast-forward/527511/authors-protest-banned-books-list-in-florida-that-includes-shabbat-picture-book/__;!!KGKeukY!xnpn85ctFQP-ujsHmNZ_Qdoh_drQppVar4HY59PvZ0e7xFjC_8XqpuaWHJQXz9a98BYvaB6AtYNUuHdSBSTpJjXYNw$ __ Messages and opinions expressed on

Re: [ha-Safran] Book repair services

2022-12-11 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.akabindery.com/about__;!!KGKeukY!zy-MugNT-_UtDW54bzEgU7sB2GZsm2lgan35ucS4ows5ATtyxu2sg7xFwI9HAs3KqgdChVxq4mS3hvqNC2kuHn0Pog$ On Fri, Dec 9, 2022, 2:29 PM Jacqueline Benefraim via Hasafran < hasafran@lists.osu.edu> wrote: > Hi Rachel, My shul includes

Re: [ha-Safran] animal sound

2022-11-16 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Co ca riku On Wed, Nov 16, 2022, 11:34 AM Aileen Grossberg via Hasafran < hasafran@lists.osu.edu> wrote: > For a Thanksgiving library lesson, I need the sound a turkey makes in > Hebrew. A rooster won't do. I can't seem to find it anywhere. I'm sure > someone out there will have the answer in a

[ha-Safran] סידהארתא - מאת הרמן הסה, תרגום אברהם כרמל - הוצאת שוקן - Schocken?

2022-11-15 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Shalom Safranim, Does anyone know where I can access this book in Hebrew? Your suggestions are much appreciated. Wendie Sittenfield __ 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] Charlotte's Web book in Hebrew?

2023-01-22 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Shalom, Does anyone know where to purchase or borrow a copy of Charlotte's Web in Hebrew? Many thanks. Wendie Sittenfield __ Messages and opinions expressed on Hasafran are those of the individual author and are not necessarily endorsed by the Association of Jewish Libraries (AJL)

Re: [ha-Safran] Charlotte's Web book in Hebrew?

2023-01-23 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
ary Network > <https://urldefense.com/v3/__http://library.minlib.net/search/o164859645__;!!KGKeukY!yR9YCcLHKOlMaMeyiKjknBNkf6POCTWyF_wxFMv9fPq0SDc8DBHHe0BnQv26S_rDSGrqqRdwJ83EXcmYa68FBPvYpw$ > > > and the second one also at NYPL. > > > > I hope that helps, > > Rachel >

Re: [ha-Safran] List of Juv/YA titles that include depictions of antisemitism that are not Holocaust based

2022-11-04 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
I suggest Linked by Gordon Korman and The Life and Crimes of Hoodie Rosen by Isaac Blum. Wendie Sittenfield On Fri, Nov 4, 2022, 12:58 PM Rebecca Levitan via Hasafran < hasafran@lists.osu.edu> wrote: > Hi Jodi, Two I can think of off the top of my head are Red and Green and > Blue and White by

[ha-Safran] seeking The Odyssey, translation by Stanley Lombardo in Hebrew

2022-11-10 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Shalom Safranim, Does anyone know if the Lombardo, or any edition of the Odyssey is available in Hebrew? Many thanks in advance. Wendie Sittenfield Wendie Sittenfield, M.I.S. CMI Director of Library & Media Services Pronouns (She/Her/Hers/*את, היא)* 610 922 2356/wsittenfield@jbha.o rg OPALS

[ha-Safran] Chai Flicks for school libraries?

2022-11-03 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Shalom Safranim, Does anyone know if libraries may subscribe to Chai Flicks? If so, please share the contact information with me. They are having a Fall sale at the moment. Many thanks, and best regards. Wendie Sittenfield Wendie Sittenfield, M.I.S. CMI Director of Library & Media Services

[ha-Safran] searching for a short article about Passover in easy Spanish

2023-03-15 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Shalom Safranim, Please share a short article about Passover in easy Spanish. Gratefully, Wendie Sittenfield Wendie Sittenfield, M.I.S. CMI Director of Library & Media Services Pronouns (She/Her/Hers/*את, היא)* 610 922 2356/wsittenfield@jbha.o rg OPALS

[ha-Safran] searching for an article from BAS Library.org

2023-02-17 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Shalom Safranim, Does anyone have access to the following full text article? What Really Happened at Sinai? Author: Schwartz, Baruch J Journal: BR (Washington, D.C.) ISSN: 1544-2160 Date: 10/01/1997 Volume: 13 Issue: 5 Page: 20 Thank you in advance. Direct link to article here:

[ha-Safran] seeking a chapter from the book, The Impact of Culture and Cultures Upon Jewish Customs and Rituals by Simcha Fishbane

2023-04-19 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Shalom Safranim, I would be most appreciative if anyone could scan the following essay from Simcha Fishbane's book, *The Impact of Culture and Cultures Upon Jewish Customs and Rituals.* "Holy and Licit Magic and Halakhah: The Case of the Arukh HaShulhan"Many thanks in advance.Wendie Sittenfield

[ha-Safran] Chapter from Simcha Fishbane's book: Received with gratitude!

2023-04-19 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Thanks a million Katharine and Harvery. You are terrific colleagues. Wendie Sittenfield, M.I.S. CMI Director of Library & Media Services Pronouns (She/Her/Hers/*את, היא)* 610 922 2356/wsittenfield@jbha.o rg OPALS

Re: [ha-Safran] Book grabber

2023-05-31 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
I have several library footstools. But a book grabber sounds like a good idea too. On Wed, May 31, 2023, 1:05 AM Etta Gold via Hasafran wrote: > Does anyone have exerience using a grabber to reach books on high shelves? > If so, please let me know ~ Text Contact: Etta Gold 305-772-0832 Sent

[ha-Safran] Seeking access to an article from Alpha Beta Academy on Parashat Shelach

2023-05-23 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Shalom safranim, Please send me the following article. https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.alephbeta.org/weekly-torah-portion/parshat-shelach__;!!KGKeukY!yozmLbJEqtQvbnEyHobUb5baoYCRl7wI4mzbCsCRM6vDdHcjrqywNm2lr25MhRsnFAIJTpGF6-7DjcYZ-wcXax0ePg$ Gratefully, Wendie Sittenfield __ Messages

Re: [ha-Safran] I'm retiring!!!!!!

2023-08-09 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Mazal tov Rachel. I also just retired! On Wed, Aug 9, 2023, 9:05 AM Rachel Leket-Mor via Hasafran < hasafran@lists.osu.edu> wrote: > Congratulations on your retirement, Gail! Like so many AJLers, I greatly > appreciate the energy you always put into, well, everything(!), and look > forward to

[ha-Safran] Libraries - Better World Books Services for donating your gently used titles: in response to Michelle Sandler

2023-12-10 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Dear safranim, I had a contract with Better World Books. They provided boxes and paid for UPS labels. I would send them my gently used titles. They require that a minimum of 14 boxes are sent at a time. They have criteria and protocol which are explained on the website. Ina Clagette was my

Re: [ha-Safran] Terrific graphic novel

2024-01-07 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
I agree. I read the book and it is wonderful for all ages! On Mon, Jan 1, 2024, 9:26 PM toby Harris via Hasafran < hasafran@lists.osu.edu> wrote: > Dear friends and colleagues: I just read a graphic novel called We Are Not > Strangers, based on a true story, by Josh Tuininga. It takes place in >

[ha-Safran] Seeking book similar to The Jake Show

2024-03-06 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Hello Safranim Maximum, I am about to read *The Jake Show*. Is there a similar title either in graphic format or a chapter book? It is for an 11 year old girl of divorced parents, one of whom is a Bala Tshuva. The girl spends alternate weekends and holidays being secular and Shomer Shabbat.

[ha-Safran] looking to tour the NLI on April 24th: is anyone available from the library staff?

2024-04-04 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Shalom safranim, I will be in Israel during Pesach and would love a tour of the new NLI. I will make a reservation, but would appreciate a meeting with any members of the library staff who are AJL members. Are there special tours for librarians? Thank you in advance for any suggestions. Best

Re: [ha-Safran] The Return of the Big Lie: Anti-Semitism Is Winning - The Atlantic: seeking full text

2024-02-28 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
t; 120 St George Street > Toronto, Ontario, Canada > M5S 1A5 > 416-946-3176 > > ------ > *From:* Hasafran on behalf of Wendie > Sittenfield via Hasafran > *Sent:* Wednesday, February 28, 2024 8:04 AM > *To:* hasafran@lists.osu.edu > *Subject:* [h

[ha-Safran] The Return of the Big Lie: Anti-Semitism Is Winning - The Atlantic: seeking full text

2024-02-28 Thread Wendie Sittenfield via Hasafran
Shalom Safranim, If anyone has access to the full text version of Dara Horn's February 2024 article from "The Atlantic", please share it.

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