On October 15, 2023, the Yiddish Book Center will debut our major new permanent exhibition, Yiddish: A Global Culture. The exhibition tells a multitude of global yet deeply personal stories, exploring modern Yiddish literature, theater, music, press, and politics through approximately 350 objects. A grand reopening celebration on October 15, 2023 will include a dedication, live performances, and exhibition tours throughout the day.

5 bands, food, vendors, indoorsOur 2nd annual Deadfall Music & Arts Fest!! 5 bands in 2 rooms: Dead Man's Waltz • Steal Your Funk • Phriends of Phil • Neon Avenue • Them Picky BastardsCraft vendors in the front room (no ticket necessary for crafts only)food vendorsDoors open at 2:00 to view vendorsMusic begins at 3:00

“Smither is an American original – a product of the musical melting pot and one of the absolute best singer-songwriters in the world.” -A.P.A profound songwriter, Chris continues to draw deeply from the blues, American folk music, modern poets and philosophers.From his early days as the New Orleans transplant in the Boston folk scene, through his wilderness years, to his reemergence in the 1990s as one of America’s most distinctive acoustic performers, Chris Smither continues to hone his distinctive sound. He has always traveled his own road and stayed true to his musical vision. He may be best known for