PJ Library Presents: Beyond The Bookcase

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Deep in the basement of congregation Sofer Shalom, there’s a dusty library that’s really the home of a magical portal to another world. Join siblings Miri and Micah as they explore a mysterious land, where stories come to life! Enjoy fairytales with unexpected twists and Jewish lessons as Miri, Micah, and their friends, encounter golems, book worms, giants and even talking animals! For full credits and accompanying activities, visit pjlibrary.org/podcast.

  1. Sep 8

    Alebrijes, Quetzals, and Coquis, Oh My! (Playlist)

    Join PJ Library and Jewtina y Co for a special adventure through El Reino de lo Mistico - a magical new realm in Mashal teeming with Latin culture, music, and art. Learn about special Rosh Hashanah customs, dance through musical rain, and help Luna earn her stripes as an alebrije in this four episode special. Listen to the full story in one episode.   Beyond the Bookcase is a production of PJ Library Episodes: Time To Explore El Reino De Lo Místico A Great, Great, Great Adventure La Sala De Orgullo (Hall of Cultural Pride)  The Coquí Who Lost His Chirp Writers: Jan Schwaid and Jennifer Stempel Production: Executive Producer: Alli Thresher Digital Production Coordinator: Megan Bagala Audio Editing, mixing, mastering and score: Peter Moore, Palace of Purpose Studios in Malden, MA Opening Theme Song: Written by Peter Moore and Alli Thresher. Arranged by Peter Moore. Performed by Mister G (vocals) and Peter Moore (instruments) Cultural Consulting: Sofía Friedman and Violeta Castro Stolpen on behalf of Jewtina y Co. CAST: Auntie PJ: Laura Rondinella Jacob: Rebecca Lee Blue: Maya Aoki Tuttle Luna: Belén Moyano Mr. Saifair: Gregory Barnett Golem: Pat Bordenave Mami: Jasmine Romero Papi: LD Castro Pedro: Luis E. Mora Mariposa: Amanda D'archangelis Announcer: LD Castro Raul: Elvis Di Marcantonio Alma: Sofia Zita

  2. Sep 8

    The Coquí Who Lost His Chirp

    Our adventure is almost done - but there's still more of El Reino de lo Místico to explore. Our adventurers meet Raul, a sad little coqui who has lost his chirp. Blue and Jacob know just how to help Raoul get his groove back, in time for a dance party in the musical rain!   Beyond the Bookcase is a production of PJ Library Writers: Jan Schwaid and Jennifer Stempel Production: Executive Producer: Alli Thresher Digital Production Coordinator: Megan Bagala Audio Editing, mixing, mastering and score: Peter Moore, Palace of Purpose Studios in Malden, MA Opening Theme Song: Written by Peter Moore and Alli Thresher. Arranged by Peter Moore. Performed by Mister G (vocals) and Peter Moore (instruments) Cultural Consulting: Sofía Friedman and Violeta Castro Stolpen on behalf of Jewtina y Co. CAST: Jacob: Rebecca Lee Blue: Maya Aoki Tuttle Luna: Belén Moyano Raul: Elvis Di Marcantonio Alma: Sofia Zita Auntie PJ: Laura Rondinella

  3. Sep 1

    La Sala de Orgullo (Hall of Cultural Pride)

    While Jacob loves exploring this new area of Mashal, he's still pretty stressed about his school project. What should he write? What details are most important? A lively quetzal may have some answers...   Beyond the Bookcase is a production of PJ Library Writers: Jan Schwaid and Jennifer Stempel Production: Executive Producer: Alli Thresher Digital Production Coordinator: Megan Bagala Audio Editing, mixing, mastering and score: Peter Moore, Palace of Purpose Studios in Malden, MA Opening Theme Song: Written by Peter Moore and Alli Thresher. Arranged by Peter Moore. Performed by Mister G (vocals) and Peter Moore (instruments) Cultural Consulting: Sofía Friedman and Violeta Castro Stolpen on behalf of Jewtina y Co. CAST: Jacob: Rebecca Lee Blue: Maya Aoki Tuttle Luna: Belén Moyano Kiki: Robb Moreira

  4. Aug 25

    A Great, Great, Great Adventure

    Supplies in hand and bellies full, Jacob and Blue follow Luna out into El Reino de lo Místico in search of a lost grape. It's part of a very important Rosh Hashanah tradition. Suddenly our crew finds themselves right in the middle of a monarch butterfly migration. Mari Posa and family help the kids take flight.   Beyond the Bookcase is a production of PJ Library Writers: Jan Schwaid and Jennifer Stempel Production: Executive Producer: Alli Thresher Digital Production Coordinator: Megan Bagala Audio Editing, mixing, mastering and score: Peter Moore, Palace of Purpose Studios in Malden, MA Opening Theme Song: Written by Peter Moore and Alli Thresher. Arranged by Peter Moore. Performed by Mister G (vocals) and Peter Moore (instruments) Cultural Consulting: Sofía Friedman and Violeta Castro Stolpen on behalf of Jewtina y Co. CAST: Jacob: Rebecca Lee Blue: Maya Aoki Tuttle Luna: Belén Moyano Mariposa: Amanda D'archangelis Announcer: LD Castro

  5. Aug 18

    Time to Explore El Reino de lo Místico!

    Jacob and Blue head to the library for help with a school project, Jacob's "About Me" poster. Rather than steer them to the autobiographies, PJ recommends the kids check out a vibrant book about alebrijes and magical and mysterious things start to happen. Join Blue, Jacob, and new friend Luna in an adventure through El Reino de lo Místico. A special Beyond the Bookcase adventure created in partnership with Jewtina y Co. begins now. ¡Dale!   Beyond the Bookcase is a production of PJ Library Writers: Jan Schwaid and Jennifer Stempel Production: Executive Producer: Alli Thresher Digital Production Coordinator: Megan Bagala Audio Editing, mixing, mastering and score: Peter Moore, Palace of Purpose Studios in Malden, MA Opening Theme Song: Written by Peter Moore and Alli Thresher. Arranged by Peter Moore. Performed by Mister G (vocals) and Peter Moore (instruments) Cultural Consulting: Sofía Friedman and Violeta Castro Stolpen on behalf of Jewtina y Co. CAST: Auntie PJ: Laura Rondinella Jacob: Rebecca Lee Blue: Maya Aoki Tuttle Mr. Saifair: Gregory David Barnett Golem: Pat Bordenave Luna: Belén Moyano Mami: Jasmine Romero Papi: LD Castro Pedro: Luis E. Mora

  6. Season 6 Trailer

    Beyond the Bookcase Season 6 Trailer

    PJ Library’s award-winning original podcast series Beyond the Bookcase returns to the PJ Library Presents podcast network with new episodes this August. The four-episode special is produced in collaboration with Jewtina y Co., a vibrant global community dedicated to celebrating, elevating, and expanding Latin-Jewish community while strengthening identity, leadership, and connection to Global Jewry. Listeners will meet new characters such as Luna, an alebrije, who leads fan favorites Blue and Jacob on a tour through El Reino de lo Místico, a new area in the magical realm of Mashal.

  7. Mar 17

    A Very Mashal Bat Mitzvah

    One of Marion’s kids is getting ready for her Bat-Mitzvah, but she’s so nervous. The kids are there to help – along with special guests Cinderella and Prince Charming. For more about preparing to have a bar or bat mitzvah, head to pjlibrary.org/blog for expert advice and tips from Rabbi Rebecca Rosenthal.    Beyond the Bookcase is a production of PJ Library  Writers: Jan Schwaid and Petey Gibson  Production:  Executive Producer: Alli Thresher  Digital Production Coordinator: Megan Bagala  Audio Editing, mixing, mastering and score: Peter Moore, Palace of Purpose Studios in Malden, MA  Opening Theme Song: Written by Peter Moore and Alli Thresher. Arranged by Peter Moore.  Performed by Mister G (vocals) and Peter Moore (instruments)    CAST:  Auntie PJ: Laura Rondinella  Micah: Maxwell Glick  Miri: Arianna Fox  Blue: Maya Aoki Tuttle  Evie: Sylvia Beth Schmitz  Jacob: Rebecca Lee  Mr. Saifair: Gregory David Barnett  Marion: Tianna Tagami  Shoshana: Lori Hoch Stiefel  Golem: Pat Bordenave  Cinderella: Gwen D’Angelo  Charming: Michael D’Angelo

  8. Mar 3

    To Bee or Not to Bee: A Shavuot Story

    Blue is feeling a little let down by their friends this week – can a trip to Mashal, and a chat with Queenie and Mr. Saifair help?   Beyond the Bookcase is a production of PJ Library  Writers: Jan Schwaid and Petey Gibson  Production:  Executive Producer: Alli Thresher  Digital Production Coordinator: Megan Bagala  Audio Editing, mixing, mastering and score: Peter Moore, Palace of Purpose Studios in Malden, MA  Opening Theme Song: Written by Peter Moore and Alli Thresher. Arranged by Peter Moore.  Performed by Mister G (vocals) and Peter Moore (instruments)    CAST:  Blue: Maya Aoki Tuttle  Micah: Maxwell Glick  Jacob: Cara Cabal Coniglio  Auntie PJ: Laura Rondinella  Mr. Saifair: Gregory David Barnett  Queenie: Niki Luparelli

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Deep in the basement of congregation Sofer Shalom, there’s a dusty library that’s really the home of a magical portal to another world. Join siblings Miri and Micah as they explore a mysterious land, where stories come to life! Enjoy fairytales with unexpected twists and Jewish lessons as Miri, Micah, and their friends, encounter golems, book worms, giants and even talking animals! For full credits and accompanying activities, visit pjlibrary.org/podcast.

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