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Deep in the basement of congregation Sofer Shalom, there’s a dusty library that’s really the home of a magical portal to another world. Join siblings Miri and Micah as they explore a mysterious land, where stories come to life! Enjoy fairytales with unexpected twists and Jewish lessons as Miri, Micah, and their friends, encounter golems, book worms, giants and even talking animals! For full credits and accompanying activities, visit pjlibrary.org/podcast.
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Tuesday Oct 22, 2024
It's Chag Habanot!
Tuesday Oct 22, 2024
Tuesday Oct 22, 2024
Marion is hosting a gathering for Chag Habanot, the North African Hanukkah festival of daughters. But all the pressure has her being a bit unkind to her friends. Learn all about this holiday plus a valuable lesson about respect and friendship.
Episode Credits:
Beyond the Bookcase is a production of PJ Library.
Production: Executive Producer, Alli Thresher; Associate Producer, Elizabeth Korelitz
Story Editor: Alli Thresher
Writers: Jan Schwaid and Rinat Hadad Siegel
Consultant: Rinat Hadad Siegel
Consultant: Rinat Hadad Siegel
Audio editing, mixing, mastering, and score: Peter Moore, Palace of Purpose Studios in Malden, MA
Opening Theme Song: Written by Peter Moore and Alli Thresher. Arranged by Peter Moore.
Performed by Mister G (vocals) and Peter Moore (instruments).
Cast:
- Auntie PJ – Laura Rondinella
- Rapunzel – Daniella Rabbani
- Snow White – Laura Schreiber
- Marion, the not-so-old woman who lives in a shoe - Tianna Tagami
- Cinderella – Gwen D’Angelo
- Prince Charming – Mike D’Angelo
- Mr. Saifair – Gregory David Barnett
- Queenie (Queen Bee) – Niki Luparelli
- Mama Bear – Yolanda Spearman
- Mary Quite Contrary – Journee LaFond
- Mermaid – Yolanda Spearman
- Mermaid (last line) – Tianna Tagami
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