28th Annual Jewish Book Festival

Join us for our first event with Jean-Yves Pitoun, author of The Three Partisans, a novel inspired by true stories from his father’s experiences in the French Resistance.

Sunday, October 25 | 10:00 a.m.

Temple Sholom of Ontario

Bagel Brunch

Finding humor in the unfunniest of circumstances.

Join us for an evening with Annabelle Gurwitch, author of The End of My Life is Killing Me, as she brings her signature wit and honesty to the unexpected joys—and absurdities—of life as a cancer “success story.”

Tuesday, October 27 | 7:00 p.m.

Hillcrest Meeting House (La Verne)

Wine & Cheese Reception | $25 per person

Come for the conversation.

Stay for the laughs.

SCHEDULE UPDATE

Sunday, November 29 | NOW A VIRTUAL EVENT

Please note: Due to a change in circumstances, this event will now take place via Zoom rather than in person.

MICHAEL KIMMEL

Playmakers

The Jewish Entrepreneurs Who Created the Toy Industry in America

Join Michael Kimmel, author of Playmakers, for the fascinating story of the Jewish entrepreneurs behind some of America’s most iconic toys and companies—including the Teddy Bear, Hasbro, Mattel, and Lionel Trains—and how they helped shape American childhood.