Between Two Worlds continues with A Jewish Refugee in New York by Kadya Molodovsky, translated by Anita Norich. The novel depicts the struggles of a 20 year old Jewish refugee after she arrives in the US during World War II.

Reading Guide PDF: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1AvMtEdVltNZ6MbXJFVWlxcrz7jdNqlKp/view

Free copies of the book available at the Help Desk while supplies last.

Upcoming book discussion for Between Two Worlds:

Deep North: Stories of Somali Resettlement in Vermont by Shadir Mohamad – July 23, 2026

Babel by RF Kuang – August 27, 2026

This event is presented as part of the Yiddish Book Center’s Public Libraries Program, a partnership with the American Library Association. Made possible by the Lilly Endowment, Inc. Funding from this program allows the Manchester Community Library to host reading groups and related programming to explore how Yiddish literature can provide a springboard for powerful conversations about religion, assimilation, identity, and immigration.

Participants may attend the book discussion in person or online. Virtual seats are limited; advance registration is required. No registration is required for in-person attendance.

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Between Two Worlds Book Discussion Registration: A Jewish Refugee in New York

If you are interested in attending virtually, please register. Please note that online participation is capped at 20 people.