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Get ready to celebrate the magic of literature and Jewish culture during Jewish Book Week, which takes place from Oct. 4-11 this year. This annual event was first established in 1953 and has since become an exciting tradition for book lovers and members of the Jewish community worldwide. From author talks and book signings to workshops and performances, there are plenty of activities to immerse yourself in during this week-long celebration. So grab your favorite book and join in on the festivities!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1953</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Establishment of Jewish Book Week</div><div class='timeline-text'>Jewish Book Week was established as a yearly event to appreciate and celebrate Jewish literature and culture.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1970</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>International Participation</div><div class='timeline-text'>Jewish Book Week began to gain international attention, with events taking place in countries outside of the UK.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1995</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Accolades for Authors</div><div class='timeline-text'>The event started honouring authors with awards for exemplary works in Jewish literature, thus encouraging more authors to participate.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2010</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Expanded Event Schedule</div><div class='timeline-text'>The festival expanded from a week-long event to a nine-day long celebration, with an extended range of activities.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2018</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Kids Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>In 2018, Jewish Book Week introduced a special 'Kids Day'. Aimed at younger readers it includes book readings, author meet and greets, and workshops.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2020</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Digital Jewish Book Week</div><div class='timeline-text'>Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the event transitioned to an online platform in 2020, opening the celebration to a global audience.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Attend a book reading and signing</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Check out the schedule of events for Jewish Book Week and attend a book reading and signing by your favorite Jewish author. This is a great opportunity to support the Jewish literary community and meet some amazing writers.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Start a book club</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather a group of friends and start a book club dedicated to reading and discussing Jewish literature. You can choose books from the Jewish Book Week recommended reading list or explore other works by Jewish authors.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a themed dinner party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Plan a dinner party centered around Jewish literature. Serve dishes mentioned in your favorite books or create a menu inspired by famous Jewish authors. This is a fun and tasty way to celebrate Jewish Book Week.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Visit a Jewish bookstore</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Support local Jewish bookstores by visiting one during Jewish Book Week. Spend some time browsing and pick up a few new books to add to your collection. You may even find some hidden gems you never knew existed.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Attend a panel discussion or workshop</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Jewish Book Week often features panel discussions and workshops with authors and experts in the literary field. Attend one of these events to learn more about the Jewish literary community and gain insights into the writing process.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It promotes literacy and reading</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Jewish Book Week is a celebration of literature, books, and the written word. By bringing people together to discuss and share their love for Jewish literature, it encourages reading and promotes literacy.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It celebrates Jewish culture and history</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Jewish Book Week highlights the rich cultural heritage of the Jewish community through its literature. It allows for the exploration of important historical events, traditions, customs, and beliefs - providing a deeper understanding and appreciation for Jewish culture.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It brings people together</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Jewish Book Week is not only a literary event but also a social one. It offers an opportunity for individuals from different backgrounds to come together and connect over their shared love for literature, sparking crucial conversations and fostering a sense of community.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The First Female Receiver of Jewish Quarterly-Wingate Prize</h3><p class='facts-content'>In 1979, just two years after its establishment, the prestigious Jewish Quarterly-Wingate Prize was awarded for the first time to a female author, Anita Brookner. This set a precedence of equal recognition of women in Jewish literature.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Not Just Fictional Works</h3><p class='facts-content'>While fiction dominates a large part of Jewish Book Week, the celebration accommodates all genres of literature. Poetry readings, non-fiction presentations, and explorations of academic writings are among the activities held during this week.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>More Than Just Jewish Authors</h3><p class='facts-content'>Jewish Book Week does not restrict itself to Jewish authors. It welcomes and celebrates authors from diverse backgrounds who have contributed to Jewish thought, history, or culture through their works.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Participation of Highly Renowned Authors</h3><p class='facts-content'>Over the years, Jewish Book Week has seen participation from highly renowned authors like Amos Oz, Elie Wiesel, and Saul Bellow, adding to the literary richness and diversity of the event.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Jewish Book Week is Not Just About Books</h3><p class='facts-content'>Jewish Book Week doesn't just celebrate books but embraces Jewish culture as a whole. The festival often includes music performances, film screenings, and art display to highlight all aspects of Jewish artistic creativity.</p></div></div>
Jewish Book Week is celebrated on March 2nd every year. In 2024, Jewish Book Week will occur on a Saturday.
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