BALA CYNWYD: Between Two Worlds Reading Circle: The Namesake

Join us for a discussion of The Namesake by Jhumpa Lahiri. Once registered, please visit the Bala Cynwyd Library's Reference Desk to pick up a copy of the book.

Online registration required. Space is limited.

This event is presented as part of the Yiddish Book Center's Public Libraries Program, a partnership with the American Library Association and made possible by the Lilly Endowment, Inc.

The Yiddish Book Center’s Public Libraries Program brings Yiddish literature in translation to public libraries across the United States to deepen their engagement with Yiddish literature and Jewish life, religion, and culture, and to foster vibrant cross-cultural dialogue and discussion in their communities.

Selected libraries will receive:

a curated selection of titles of Yiddish literature in translation for book club discussion
reading guides
virtual programs
other educational materials related to these books
generous funding to hold events, invite speakers, or enhance library programming related to these titles