Holi Puppet Show

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Come celebrate Holi with the Jersey City Free Public Library! In partnership with The Culture Tree, we are proud to present, Colors of Krishna’s Love, a virtual production of dance, drama, puppetry, and authentic music and songs. This epic show brings to life the story of Krisha and a popular story of Holi. It also […]

Culture Tree Storytime Series: Bilingual Storytime in Hindi/Urdu

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Join us for bilingual storytime. In partnership with The Culture Tree, JCFPL is proud to present a special color-themed storytime in Hindu, Urdu, and English. This storytime features book readings from Indigrow Kids and Purple Jojo by Sameera Zia Qureshi.

Culture Tree Storytime Series: Kite Festivals in India

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Springtime breezes are perfect for flying kites, so soar into this program and learn all about India's colorful Kite Festival. This program will include readings by authors Mona Sehgal and Shweta Aggarwal, who present their Kite Festival-inspired stories. In addition to a talk with NYC-based illustrator Kavita Rajput who shares ideas about becoming an artist.

Culture Tree Storytime Series: Foods of India

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Join us on a virtual trip to experience the foods and spices of India. This virtual event is organized by, The Culture Tree, a literacy organization that celebrates South Asian cultures. We'll receive an introduction to Indian foods from Dr. Kanchan Koya, reading "The Tiffin Gang" by author Shweta Ganesh Kumar, and learning the "Spice […]

Culture Tree Storytime Series: Gujarati Storytime

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Today's story is read in Gujarati! This virtual event is organized by, The Culture Tree, a literacy organization that celebrates South Asian cultures.