PJ Library is a gift from the Tucson J, and is made possible by the Einstein-Sim, Langer, Loebl, Margolis, Rosenzweig, and Sharpe families, with support from Jewish Philanthropies of Southern Arizona, in partnership with the Harold Grinspoon Foundation.
PJ Library
PJ Library sends free, award-winning books that celebrate Jewish values and culture to families with children from birth through 12 years old.
PJ Our Way
PJ Our Way is the next chapter of PJ Library for kids ages 9-12. It is available free of charge throughout the U.S. and Canada to families raising Jewish children. Every month, kids can come to this site to choose the book they want to receive. Kids can also submit reviews and videos about the books.
PJ Library for Grandparents
Great News! Grandparents can receive the gift of PJ Library, too (for free!). Interested in signing up multiple grandparent households? Follow the prompts after you click submit to enroll another household. Grandparents must have a grandchild with a current PJ Library subscription.
Upcoming Events
Kol Echad
First Friday April
Join us Friday, April 7 from 10 – 11:30 am in the Tucson J Art Gallery for story time, play, Shabbat songs, and a light snack. This free event is open to the public; children ages 3 months – 5 years and their parent/guardians! Registration is required.
Israel at 75 Festival
Join us here in Tucson as we build a living bridge to Israel, Sunday, April 30 from 12 – 4pm! Explore, taste, hear, learn, connect, and CELEBRATE 75 YEARS of Israeli statehood with a community-wide immersive festival experience for all ages. Engage with the many faces of Israel through music, food, art, lectures, games, activities, vendors, inflatables, wine + whiskey tasting, face-painting, and so much more! What will you discover?
First Friday May
Join us at We Rock the Spectrum for story time, play, Shabbat songs, and a light snack. Open to the public; children ages 3 months – 5 years and their parent/guardians!
Please be sure to complete the participant waiver ahead of time, which can be found at: https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/classic/ws?studioid=559317&stype=-98
Socks are required for adults and are optional for children. They are available for purchase if needed. No shoes are permitted past the gate.
Resources
Have I Got a Story For You
Every episode of Have I Got a Story For You takes a classic Jewish folk tale and gives it a modern twist. You can explore episodes here and if you find one you really like, be sure to click on the episode page to find activities, book lists, and keep the fun going.
JKids Radio
JKids Radio is The Home of Jewish Kids Music! Formerly PJ Library Radio, JKids Radio brings fun, kid-centric, Jewish music to your family. The JKids Radio App and JKidsRadio.com allow you to listen to amazing Jewish music 24/7 and watch cool music videos from your favorite artists. Music allows families to explore Jewish life—values, traditions, and holidays—all while rocking out together!