Library
November is Jewish Book Month
The library invites everyone to join us for these FREE EVENTS:
Featured author: David Spaner / Keefer Street
“For a good introduction to 1930s Vancouver, pick up a copy of David Spaner’s novel Keefer Street.” —BC BookWorld
“David Spaner’s acclaimed Keefer Street is the first novel set in Strathcona’s vibrant old Jewish neighbourhood. Lively and penetrating.” — Tom Wayman
- BOOK CLUB DISCUSSION with David Spaner
Thursday, November 20, 11:00am - COMMUNITY BOOK TALK with David Spaner
Thursday, November 27, 11:00am
The Waldman Library is giving away FREE COPIES of Keefer Street for readers taking part in our Jewish Book Month events. Pick up your copy at the library today!
RSVP TO THE EVENTS
and
PRE-ORDER THE FREE BOOK
click here
100 One Community: Rabbi Angela Buchdahl
in conversation with Abigail Pogrebin
Tuesday, November 18, 1:00pm ET on Zoom
Click here to register
From the first Asian-American to be ordained as a rabbi, a stirring account of one woman’s journey from feeling like an outsider to becoming one of the most admired religious leaders in the world.
Hosted in partnership with JBC’s Network Member Sites.
The Isaac Waldman Jewish Public Library is open to both members of the JCC and the general public. If you aren’t a member, you can access the library by letting the membership desk know that you’d like to visit.
LOCATION
2ND FLOOR – Jewish Community Centre of Greater Vancouver
950 West 41st Avenue, Vancouver
Access to the library is through the parking lot on the east side of the building. Turn right at the membership desk to find the stairwell to the second floor. There is also an elevator access available.
LIBRARY HOURS
Sunday: 10:00am – 2:00pm
Monday – Thursday: 10:00am – 6:00pm
Friday & Saturday: Closed
CONTACT
604-257-5181 library@jccgv.bc.ca
The Isaac Waldman Jewish Public Library (IWJPL) was opened to the public in 1994, thanks to the dedication of many local community members and volunteers. Its name honours the late Isaac M. Waldman, who worked as a structural and civil engineer, and was an ardent volunteer and generous supporter of local Israeli and Jewish non-profit groups. Mrs. Sophie Waldman donated the funds that enabled the library to open in memory of her husband.
IWJPL remains the only Jewish Public Library on Canada’s west coast, and operates as a vital community hub in Vancouver’s Oakridge neighbourhood, bringing people together and connecting them with Jewish history, culture and tradition. Today, the library hosts a collection of 17,000 books, mostly by Jewish authors and relating to Jewish topics, including a vast number of Hebrew books. It offers computers, iPads, space to read and work, games and toys. Library staff implement dynamic programs and services seasonally to serve children, teens, adults and adults 55+.
SUPPORTING THE LIBRARY
While the library is housed within and generously supported by the JCC, it is responsible for fundraising to maintain and build upon the collection of resources, offer programs and services, and waive membership fees. We continue to rely on donations, book sales (from the book cart outside of our door) and our community of dedicated volunteers to keep the library going strong.
Call us with your donation today: 604-257-5181
BOOK INSCRIPTIONS & TRIBUTE CARDS
We inscribe donated books and create tribute cards for monetary donations at your request.
BOOK DONATIONS
If you’re interested in donating books resources to the library, please email library@jccgv.bc.ca with a list or photo of the book titles (or a photo and description of the items). We accept donations based on what we need, and what we know will circulate well. Occasionally, we can accept items to sell on the book cart. Items must be in good condition and typically should have Jewish themes.
We are not currently accepting donations of Hebrew books, but Hebrew books are available to take or swap (one by one) for free at the library.
SPECIAL GIFTS
For special gifts and donations, please contact the library directly.
JEWISH BOOK CLUB FOR ADULTS
Facilitated by Helen Pinsky
Thursdays at 1:00pm
Upcoming titles TBA
Email: library@jccgv.bc.ca to register.
NEW Lego Build and Play
Sundays 11:00am – noon
Parents can relax in the library while kids explore and create with Lego. Creations displayed for up to a week. (Parents must remain in the library).
A new challenge each week:
- tallest tower
- bridge across two chairs
- cool vehicles
- favourite animal
Participants get a certificate.
Zine Making
Everyone welcome. No artistic skills required! Stop by during library hours to make miniature magazines.
Free Hebrew Book Exchange
The exchange has moved to the first floor, across from the pro shop. If you have books in Hebrew that you would like to donate, or want to pick up a couple of books – check it out!
Materials in Hebrew
Did you know? The library has an extensive collection of materials in Hebrew.
- Audio books
- Movie DVDs
- Newspapers
- Magazines
- Fiction
- Children’s picture books
- Young readers and teens
- Textbooks
COME UP TO THE LIBRARY TO BROWSE, READ & BORROW!
- Adult Fiction & Non-Fiction
- Children & Youth
- Hebrew Fiction and Non-Fiction
- Religious Prayer Books & Texts
- Newspapers & Magazines
- DVDs and CDs
- eBooks
- Audiobooks
OTHER RESOURCES:
Encyclopedia Judaica (log in with your library membership number)
Need help registering?
Call our team:
604-257-5111