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FromPJ Library Presents: Afternoons With Mimi

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FromPJ Library Presents: Afternoons With Mimi

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18 minutes

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Dec 15, 2022

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Chag Sameach, friends! Enjoy a selection of episodes and stories -- perfect for car rides, snuggles, and cozy Hanukkah nights.

Released:

Dec 15, 2022

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Podcast episode

Titles in the series (40)

Snuggle up and have a little snack, with the best storyteller around, Mimi! Once a month join Kiddo and his grandmother, Mimi, for stories, snacks, and snuggles, in this new series from PJ Library.

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Kiddo Learns About Being Brave: Welcome to Afternoons With Mimi! Today Kiddo has a lot on his mind: a scary German Shepherd, a lost kitten named Sal, and Mimi's Shabbat dinner of spiced fish. Listen in to find out what all of these things have in common as Mimi reads The Sabbath Lion: ... by PJ Library Presents: Afternoons With Mimi
16 min listen
Introducing Afternoons With Mimi: Settle in with Mimi, the world's greatest storyteller. New episodes are available every month from PJ Library. by PJ Library Presents: Afternoons With Mimi
1 min listen
Kiddo Learns About Weddings: Poor Kiddo - he's been soooo busy preparing for his uncle's wedding. What does Mimi know about weddings? A story, a snack, and a quick dance lesson have Kiddo ready for the big day. by PJ Library Presents: Afternoons With Mimi
8 min listen
Kiddo Learns About Tzedakah: Today Kiddo and Mimi are on a special walk through the neighborhood -- and Kiddo is learning all about tzedakah! What is it? How does one do it? Does Mimi have any good stories about doing tzedakah? Learn more at pjlibrary.org/tzedakah. by PJ Library Presents: Afternoons With Mimi
9 min listen
Kiddo Lights the Hanukkah Candles: Hanukkah is here and it's time for the whole family to get together. Kiddo isn't sure how to light the candles or where each one goes in the menorah. Miraculous Mimi to the rescue! by PJ Library Presents: Afternoons With Mimi
5 min listen
Kiddo Wants Some Peace and Quiet: Sukkot is here and Kiddo's house is BUSY! There are so many guests -- maybe too many guests. Noise, commotion, rising stress … what's a Kiddo to do? Mimi always knows. by PJ Library Presents: Afternoons With Mimi
13 min listen
Kiddo Bakes a Challah: It's a special day -- Kiddo's family is coming over to Mimi's house for Shabbat dinner! While Kiddo and Mimi bake, Kiddo asks Mimi all about the history of challah. Listen in - and visit pjlibrary.org/shabbat to find our favorite challah recipes. by PJ Library Presents: Afternoons With Mimi
9 min listen
Kiddo Learns About Purim: It's time for the annual Purim carnival! But Kiddo doesn't have his costume ready? Oh no! Luckily Mimi is an expert at putting together fun and fabulous dress-up outfits. While Kiddo gets ready, Mimi answers his big questions about Purim traditions. Lear... by PJ Library Presents: Afternoons With Mimi
7 min listen
Kiddo Learns About Forgiveness: Oh no! Baby Z has damaged big brother Kiddo's beloved stuffie, Owly. Fortunately Mimi is ready with a story to help frustrated Kiddo find forgiveness. Listeners will love Mimi’s retelling of the salty story of Jonah, a Yom Kippur tradition. by PJ Library Presents: Afternoons With Mimi
6 min listen
Kiddo Learns About Hanukkah: The first night of Hanukkah is almost here and Mimi has a mountain of sufganiyot (jelly donuts) to share with Kiddo and the answers to all of his Hanukkah questions: why does Mimi make stir fry and latkes during Hanukkah? What's the story of Hanukkah? Wh... by PJ Library Presents: Afternoons With Mimi
8 min listen
Kiddo Learns to Plant a Garden: What do you need to plant a garden? Today Kiddo and Mimi transform recycled containers into a pretty driveway garden. And Mimi shares a special PJ Library story, The Carob Tree. The education of children is given high priority in Judaism. The values and ... by PJ Library Presents: Afternoons With Mimi
7 min listen
Kiddo Rescues Mankaroo: Kiddo is all worked up because his parents want to get rid of his beloved blanket, Mankaroo. Despite being tattered and falling to pieces, Kiddo is not quite ready to part with the old blanket just yet. Luckily, Mimi's neighbor, Miss Jenn, has some magic... by PJ Library Presents: Afternoons With Mimi
9 min listen
Preview: Humpty Dumpty and the Passover Feast: Kiddo and Mimi will be back next month with a new story. Enjoy a clip from Beyond the Bookcase's new Passover adventure, featuring Humpty Dumpty! For a full playlist of Passover stories, songs, and blessings, visit pjlibrary.org/passover. by PJ Library Presents: Afternoons With Mimi
4 min listen
Kiddo Learns About Shavuot: Why is Mimi making cheesecake? Does Kiddo even like cheesecake? And what's all this about a holiday featuring arts, crafts, ice cream, and staying up late? Learn all about Shavuot with Mimi and Kiddo!Find Shavuot stories, recipes, and activity guides at ... by PJ Library Presents: Afternoons With Mimi
8 min listen
Kiddo’s Big Change: Big things are happening at home and Kiddo doesn’t feel ready for change. One constant in his life though is Mimi, always there with wise words and a story to help put things in perspective. by PJ Library Presents: Afternoons With Mimi
8 min listen
The Hanukkah Story Featuring Bomba the Elephant by PJ Library Presents: Afternoons With Mimi
7 min listen
Kiddo Moves A Couch (With Some Help): Zzzip! There goes Kiddo's favorite toy car, right under the couch. Whoops! Before things can get too heavy, Mimi shares an important Jewish folk tale about asking for help. by PJ Library Presents: Afternoons With Mimi
8 min listen
Bonus: Passover Playlist: Enjoy a playlist full of Passover-themed episodes from across our network of shows. Set the seder table with Kiddo and Mimi, cook up a feast with Humpty Dumpty, search for the afikomen with a pirate, and more! Learn more at pjlibrary.org/passover -- ... by PJ Library Presents: Afternoons With Mimi
58 min listen
Kiddo’s Fancy New Kicks: Woohoo! Kiddo’s got fancy new shoes and cool new big-kid friends. But has he become too cool for the buddies he’s known all his life? Good thing he’s always got Mimi for advice. In this story Mimi uses a classic folktale to help Kiddo reach his own... by PJ Library Presents: Afternoons With Mimi
9 min listen
Kiddo Goes to Scouts: Kiddo has joined the illustrious Magenta Scouts! But he's nervous about his first meeting – what if he has a hard time making friends? Mimi has the perfect story to put his mind at ease, and a good snack doesn't hurt either.‘Gam zu l’tovah. Even this is ... by PJ Library Presents: Afternoons With Mimi
10 min listen
Bonus: Hanukkah Playlist: Chag Sameach, friends! Enjoy a selection of episodes and stories -- perfect for car rides, snuggles, and cozy Hanukkah nights. by PJ Library Presents: Afternoons With Mimi
18 min listen
Replay: Kiddo Learns About Tzedakah: While many people think of tzedakah as charity, the word actually means "justice," specifically, doing the right things by helping people or causes in need. Come along as Kiddo and Mimi take a special walk through their neighborhood, learning about -... by PJ Library Presents: Afternoons With Mimi
9 min listen
Kiddo Tours Israel: A Special Bonus Episode: In a special bonus episode, Kiddo calls his uncle in Tel Aviv. Come along and enjoy the soundscape of a bustling Israeli neighborhood. by PJ Library Presents: Afternoons With Mimi
8 min listen
Kiddo’s Passover Table: It's time for the seder and Kiddo is helping Mimi get ready. What goes on a seder plate? Why? Where does everyone sit? Do babies have to ask the Four Questions?Learn more at pjlibrary.org/Passover by PJ Library Presents: Afternoons With Mimi
7 min listen
Kiddo Stays Home: Kiddo is not feeling great so Mimi pays him a visit. Her wonderful story teaches about the mitzvah of visiting the sick, and is sure to make even healthy listeners feel better. The story featured in today's episode is Perhaps, Just Maybe, written by ... by PJ Library Presents: Afternoons With Mimi
9 min listen
Kiddo Has a Playdate: Kiddo wonders why they’ve invited his friend Max over for a playdate at Mimi’s instead of at his own house. Mimi explains it’s in consideration of Max’s needs, since her house is more accessible. Kiddo learns that the mitzvah of hachnasat orchim, He... by PJ Library Presents: Afternoons With Mimi
9 min listen
Kiddo Learns a Family Recipe: While Mimi teaches Kiddo how to make a recipe for a party, she points out that this is just one of many traditions being passed down in their family. Kiddo learns that everything from Zee’s tzedakah box to the family’s stories, songs, and even table ... by PJ Library Presents: Afternoons With Mimi
6 min listen
Kiddo Takes a Break: Kiddo just can't put down his game. He's almost at the next level! Mimi reminds Kiddo that Shabbat is near, and it's time to power down and rest. To make things even easier, Mimi just received the perfect story to share. Yitzi, The Trusty Tractor is ... by PJ Library Presents: Afternoons With Mimi
9 min listen
Kiddo Learns a New (Old) Song: Kiddo recognizes Someone to Watch Over Me from when Mimi used to sing it to him. Mimi teaches Kiddo about the famous – and Jewish – brothers, Ira and George Gershwin, who wrote the beloved song as well as many others that made Broadway and music hist... by PJ Library Presents: Afternoons With Mimi
6 min listen
Kiddo Returns Something Special: Kiddo and Mimi are at the JCC pool having an amazing morning -- and things get even better when Kiddo finds a treasure. "Finders keepers, losers weepers," he shouts gleefully. On their way out, Mimi gives Kiddo a small lesson in hashavat aveidah - th... by PJ Library Presents: Afternoons With Mimi
4 min listen

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Season 4, Episode 1: Kiddo (Finally) Brushes His Teeth: Kiddo balks at the idea of brushing his teeth, but Mimi cleverly explains that it's a mitzvah, -- commandment or good deed -- which is something he loves. In this episode, she reads, Hillel Takes a Bath, written by Vicki L. Weber and illustrated by J... by PJ Library Presents: Afternoons With Mimi
9 min listen
Kiddo Helps His Friends: Earlier today, some friends wouldn’t stop arguing on a bumpy bus ride, and Kiddo is feeling so frustrated about it that his tummy hurts. At Mimi's, Kiddo calms down enough to talk about it, and of course Mimi has the perfect story to share, Aaron the... by PJ Library Presents: Afternoons With Mimi
9 min listen
Playlist: World Read Aloud Day: Happy World Read Aloud Day from all of us here at PJ Library and Afternoons With Mimi. We hope you'll enjoy this lovely, nice and long playlist of Mimi reading your favorite PJ Library storybooks. The Candlewick Written by Jennifer Rosner Illustrat... by PJ Library Presents: Afternoons With Mimi
36 min listen
Kiddo Repairs the World: On the way to get ice cream, Mimi gives money to someone in need. Kiddo wonders why and worries that now they won’t have enough to buy ice cream. Mimi explains the Jewish value of Tikkun Olam, repairing the world, and the small ways we can find and s... by PJ Library Presents: Afternoons With Mimi
6 min listen
Kiddo’s Lazy Saturday: Kiddo wants to do so many things on his to-do list! But Mimi knows best and reminds Kiddo that it's Shabbat. Time to rest and snuggle up and read their latest PJ Library delivery: Saturdays are Special, written by Chris Barash, illustrated by Abigail... by PJ Library Presents: Afternoons With Mimi
5 min listen
Shabbat Playlist: Each Friday evening, families around the world begin the celebration of Shabbat. For many, the evening includes favorite foods, company for dinner, special songs, and blessings. This week, we have a playlist featuring stories all about Shabbat. If y... by PJ Library Presents: Afternoons With Mimi
34 min listen
Kiddo Plays Pretend: Kiddo is so bored and there's nothing to do. But Mimi knows that a little creativity can cure any dull day, even when all you have is a paper towel roll. Did you know that creativity and cooperation are both Jewish values? So is being a good friend. ... by PJ Library Presents: Afternoons With Mimi
6 min listen
Playlist: Sharing Family Traditions: Right now, you might be on a long car or airplane ride, or maybe you're snuggling in a nice comfy blanket fort. Today we're bringing you a playlist of stories about sharing special family traditions. Enjoy! by PJ Library Presents: Afternoons With Mimi
85 min listen
Kiddo Learns a New (Old) Song: Kiddo recognizes Someone to Watch Over Me from when Mimi used to sing it to him. Mimi teaches Kiddo about the famous – and Jewish – brothers, Ira and George Gershwin, who wrote the beloved song as well as many others that made Broadway and music hist... by PJ Library Presents: Afternoons With Mimi
6 min listen
Kiddo Takes a Break: Kiddo just can't put down his game. He's almost at the next level! Mimi reminds Kiddo that Shabbat is near, and it's time to power down and rest. To make things even easier, Mimi just received the perfect story to share. Yitzi, The Trusty Tractor is ... by PJ Library Presents: Afternoons With Mimi
9 min listen
Kiddo Learns a Family Recipe: While Mimi teaches Kiddo how to make a recipe for a party, she points out that this is just one of many traditions being passed down in their family. Kiddo learns that everything from Zee’s tzedakah box to the family’s stories, songs, and even table ... by PJ Library Presents: Afternoons With Mimi
6 min listen
Coming Soon: PJ Library Presents Radio Chitaika: Premiering this fall -- a new podcast from PJ Library Presents! Radio Chitaika features folk tales, beloved books, and Jewish stories, read aloud in Russian or Ukrainian by talented readers such as Gera Sandler, Marsha Pruss, Angelina Statyeva and mo... by PJ Library Presents: Afternoons With Mimi
1 min listen
Kiddo Has a Playdate: Kiddo wonders why they’ve invited his friend Max over for a playdate at Mimi’s instead of at his own house. Mimi explains it’s in consideration of Max’s needs, since her house is more accessible. Kiddo learns that the mitzvah of hachnasat orchim, He... by PJ Library Presents: Afternoons With Mimi
9 min listen
Kiddo Returns Something Special: Kiddo and Mimi are at the JCC pool having an amazing morning -- and things get even better when Kiddo finds a treasure. "Finders keepers, losers weepers," he shouts gleefully. On their way out, Mimi gives Kiddo a small lesson in hashavat aveidah - th... by PJ Library Presents: Afternoons With Mimi
4 min listen
Kiddo Learns Patience: Surprise! The PJ Library Presents team is releasing a few Afternoons With Mimi episodes early. Get a sneak peek of season three with today's episode where Kiddo deals with the struggles of being a big brother. Baby Zee is throwing crackers everywhere... by PJ Library Presents: Afternoons With Mimi
8 min listen
Bonus: Passover Playlist: Enjoy a playlist full of Passover-themed episodes from across our network of shows. Set the seder table with Kiddo and Mimi, cook up a feast with Humpty Dumpty, search for the afikomen with a pirate, and more! Learn more at pjlibrary.org/passover -- ... by PJ Library Presents: Afternoons With Mimi
58 min listen
Kiddo Tours Israel: A Special Bonus Episode: In a special bonus episode, Kiddo calls his uncle in Tel Aviv. Come along and enjoy the soundscape of a bustling Israeli neighborhood. by PJ Library Presents: Afternoons With Mimi
8 min listen
Kiddo’s Passover Table: It's time for the seder and Kiddo is helping Mimi get ready. What goes on a seder plate? Why? Where does everyone sit? Do babies have to ask the Four Questions?Learn more at pjlibrary.org/Passover by PJ Library Presents: Afternoons With Mimi
7 min listen
Kiddo Stays Home: Kiddo is not feeling great so Mimi pays him a visit. Her wonderful story teaches about the mitzvah of visiting the sick, and is sure to make even healthy listeners feel better. The story featured in today's episode is Perhaps, Just Maybe, written by ... by PJ Library Presents: Afternoons With Mimi
9 min listen
Kiddo’s Big Change: Big things are happening at home and Kiddo doesn’t feel ready for change. One constant in his life though is Mimi, always there with wise words and a story to help put things in perspective. by PJ Library Presents: Afternoons With Mimi
8 min listen
Kiddo’s Fancy New Kicks: Woohoo! Kiddo’s got fancy new shoes and cool new big-kid friends. But has he become too cool for the buddies he’s known all his life? Good thing he’s always got Mimi for advice. In this story Mimi uses a classic folktale to help Kiddo reach his own... by PJ Library Presents: Afternoons With Mimi
9 min listen
Replay: Kiddo Learns About Tzedakah: While many people think of tzedakah as charity, the word actually means "justice," specifically, doing the right things by helping people or causes in need. Come along as Kiddo and Mimi take a special walk through their neighborhood, learning about -... by PJ Library Presents: Afternoons With Mimi
9 min listen
Kiddo Moves A Couch (With Some Help): Zzzip! There goes Kiddo's favorite toy car, right under the couch. Whoops! Before things can get too heavy, Mimi shares an important Jewish folk tale about asking for help. by PJ Library Presents: Afternoons With Mimi
8 min listen
Kiddo Lights the Hanukkah Candles: Hanukkah is here and it's time for the whole family to get together. Kiddo isn't sure how to light the candles or where each one goes in the menorah. Miraculous Mimi to the rescue! by PJ Library Presents: Afternoons With Mimi
5 min listen
The Hanukkah Story Featuring Bomba the Elephant by PJ Library Presents: Afternoons With Mimi
7 min listen
Kiddo Goes to Scouts: Kiddo has joined the illustrious Magenta Scouts! But he's nervous about his first meeting – what if he has a hard time making friends? Mimi has the perfect story to put his mind at ease, and a good snack doesn't hurt either.‘Gam zu l’tovah. Even this is ... by PJ Library Presents: Afternoons With Mimi
10 min listen
Kiddo Bakes a Challah: It's a special day -- Kiddo's family is coming over to Mimi's house for Shabbat dinner! While Kiddo and Mimi bake, Kiddo asks Mimi all about the history of challah. Listen in - and visit pjlibrary.org/shabbat to find our favorite challah recipes. by PJ Library Presents: Afternoons With Mimi
9 min listen
Kiddo Wants Some Peace and Quiet: Sukkot is here and Kiddo's house is BUSY! There are so many guests -- maybe too many guests. Noise, commotion, rising stress … what's a Kiddo to do? Mimi always knows. by PJ Library Presents: Afternoons With Mimi
13 min listen
Kiddo Learns About Forgiveness: Oh no! Baby Z has damaged big brother Kiddo's beloved stuffie, Owly. Fortunately Mimi is ready with a story to help frustrated Kiddo find forgiveness. Listeners will love Mimi’s retelling of the salty story of Jonah, a Yom Kippur tradition. by PJ Library Presents: Afternoons With Mimi
6 min listen
Kiddo Rescues Mankaroo: Kiddo is all worked up because his parents want to get rid of his beloved blanket, Mankaroo. Despite being tattered and falling to pieces, Kiddo is not quite ready to part with the old blanket just yet. Luckily, Mimi's neighbor, Miss Jenn, has some magic... by PJ Library Presents: Afternoons With Mimi
9 min listen

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Titles in the series (40)

More Episodes from PJ Library Presents: Afternoons With Mimi