The month of May is Jewish American Heritage Month, highlighting Jewish life in the United States and offering an opportunity to learn about the many ways Jewish Americans have shaped the nation.
Their contributions span education, science, government, civil rights, labor movements, and the arts. Jewish American Heritage Month also encourages exploration of the rich diversity within Jewish communities, showcasing the unique traditions and experiences found across the country.
For more information about the establishment of this heritage month and access to historical resources, visit the The National Archives site. You can also explore the Jewish Virtual Library to learn more about the history of Jewish communities in the Bay Area.
Other sites worth visiting:
- Jewish American Heritage Month - Library of Congress
- Jewish American Heritage Month - JAHA
- ALA Jewish American Heritage Month - American Library Association
- National Register of Historic Places - National Park Service
eLibrary Resources
Access these resources for free with your library card!
- LOTE4Kids provides picture books in Hebrew
- Discover engaging beginner's courses on Mango Languages for the languages above and more
- Explore Middle Eastern documentaries & films on Kanopy and Hoopla
Book and Film Recommendations
Kids:
Teens:
Adults:
- Jewish American Heritage Month: Sophie Brody Awards - Nonfiction
- Jewish American Heritage Month: Sophie Brody Awards - Fiction
- Jewish American History Month: Books and Films
- 🎬 Lights, Camera, L’Chaim: A Jewish Film Celebration, opens a new window
- A Legacy of Light: Celebrating Notable Jewish Lives, opens a new window
Join us for one of our Jewish American Heritage Month programs
- Learn English: Online Conversation Group Wednesday, May 13, 11:00am (Virtual)
- Little Ones Storytime Wednesday, May 20, 10:30am–11:00am at Children's Library with Librarian Heidi
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