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In The East Gallery
Monsters and Miracles: A Journey through Jewish Picture Books
October 15, 2010 - January 23, 2011
A collaboration with the Skirball Cultural Center in Los Angeles and the Yiddish Book Center, this ambitious exhibition explores the evolution of Jewish picture books from illuminated manuscripts, alef-bets [books of Hebrew letters], and Passover Haggadot to stories that consider monsters [golems, dybbuks, and wild things], life in the shtetl, and the role of migration in Jewish life. Curated by Ilan Stavans, Lewis-Sebring Professor of Latin American and Latino Culture at Amherst College, and independent scholar, Neal Sokol, the exhibition comprises a “who’s who” of picture-book artists, including, among others, Mordicai Gerstein, Nonny Hogrogian, Trina Schart Hyman, Maurice Sendak, Uri Shulevitz, and William Steig.
An 80-page illustrated exhibition catalog is available. Click here to purchase catalog.
Additional programming is next door at The Yiddish Book Center. All members of the Yiddish Book Center receive 15 percent off in The Carle Book Store during the exhibition's run, while Carle members will receive a 15 percent discount at The Yiddish Book Center's store.
In The Auditorium
Recreating the Golem: A History of Golem Imagery
October 17, 2010
1:00 pm
Free with Museum Admission
Join artist and author Mark Podwal as he discusses one of the most fascinating Jewish legends - that of the golem, a man-like creature created by use of mystical powers. Numerous ways the golem has been depicted will be shown in a series of slides sure to delight anyone interested in Jewish history, lore, and custom as well as myth and mysticism. Podwal has received awards from the Society of Illustrators and the Jewish Book Council. His drawings have appeared in The New York Times for more than thirty-five years, and his work is represented in the collections of the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Victoria and Albert Museum. His most recent book is Built By Angels: The Story Of The Old-New Synagogue.
Book signing to follow
The History of Jewish Children's Book Illustration - Presentation by Rich Michelson
November 7, 2010
1:00 pm
Free with Museum Admission
(1 PDP) Meet award-winning writer and storyteller Rich Michelson. He will discuss the history of Jewish Children's Book Illustration, and how his books play a role in it.
Later, join Rich for a reception from 4:00 - 6:00 pm at R. Michelson Galleries in Northampton to celebrate the gallery's 21st Annual Children's Illustration Show. Meet the artists and writers behind your favorite children's books. For more information Click here.
In The Museum Cafe
Latke Breakfast
November 14, 2010
10:30 am - 12:00 pm (Note: 9:00 a.m. seating cancelled)
Adults $12 (Member $8) Children $7 (Members $5)
Family of Three or Four $30 (Members $20)
Join us for some good food and fun! Seating begins at 10:30 am. Price includes Museum Admission and all day-long events at The Carle.
Tickets may be purchased in advance at the Museum’s Admissions Desk or by calling (413)658-1126. Make your reservations today!
In The Auditorium
Presentation and Book Signing with
Lisa Brown
November 14, 2010
12:00 pm
Free with Museum Admission
Illustrator Lisa Brown reads from her book The Latke Who Wouldn't Stop Screaming: A Christmas Story, and revels in the true meaning of this holiday season.
Book signing to follow.
Yiddish Book Center members receive half price admission.
Programming supported in part by a grant from the Harold Grinspoon Foundation and the PJ Library®.
In The Auditorium
Conversations with Neal Sokol,
Uri Shulevitz, Nonny Hogrogian
and Ilan Stavans
November 14, 2010
4:00 pm
Free with Museum Admission. Limited seating; tickets available on the day of the event.
(1 PDP) In a wide-ranging discussion of the history of illustration for Jewish children's books, the two guest curators of Monsters and Miracles: A Journey through Jewish Picture Books, will engage in conversation with two venerable artists in the profession - both Caldecott medalists. In addition to probing the artistic vision for interpreting text, the participants will also field questions from the audience.
Yiddish Book Center members receive half price admission.
Programming supported in part by a grant from the Harold Grinspoon Foundation and the PJ Library®.
Monster Mock-up
December 8, 2010 - January 18, 2011
Free with Museum Admission
Take a look at Shrek and The Wild Things in the exhibition Monsters and Miracles and then paint your own imaginary creature; great or small.