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, Hebrew for “welcoming guests,” includes making visitors feel comfortable and honored. Families will love Mimi’s retelling of The Candlewick, written by Jennifer Rosner, illustrated by Kristina Swarner, and published by PJ Publishing.

Episode Credits:

Afternoons With Mimi is a production of PJ Library.

Production: Executive Producer, Alli Thresher

Writer: Alli Thresher

Audio editing, mixing, mastering, and score: Peter Moore, Palace of Purpose Studios in Malden, MA

Opening Theme Song: Lyrics by Alli Thresher, composed and arranged by Hovav Paller

Cast:

Kiddo: Percy Blythe

Mimi: Deirdre Wade

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 - the mitzvah of returning lost objects and reminds him of a time that someone reunited him with his beloved stuffie. Will Kiddo change his tune and do the right thing? Will Mimi sign up for next week's aqua-robics? Find out in this week's episode. 

Episode Credits:

Afternoons With Mimi is a production of PJ Library.

Production: Executive Producer, Alli Thresher; Associate Producer, Elizabeth Korelitz

Writer: Emma Carlson Berne

Story Editor: Alli Thresher

Audio editing, mixing, mastering, and score: Peter Moore, Palace of Purpose Studios in Malden, MA

Opening Theme Song: Lyrics by Alli Thresher, composed and arranged by Hovav Paller

Cast:

Kiddo: Percy Blythe

Mimi: Deirdre Wade

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. 

Episode Credits:

Afternoons With Mimi is a production of PJ Library.

Production: Executive Producer, Alli Thresher; Associate Producer Elizabeth Korelitz

Writer: Emma Carlson Berne

Story Editor: Alli Thresher

Audio editing, mixing, mastering, and score: Peter Moore, Palace of Purpose Studios in Malden, MA

Opening Theme Song: Lyrics by Alli Thresher, composed and arranged by Hovav Paller

Cast:

Kiddo: Percy Blythe

Mimi: Deirdre Wade

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! 

In a special bonus episode, Kiddo calls his uncle in Tel Aviv. Come along and enjoy the soundscape of a bustling Israeli neighborhood.

Episode Credits:

Afternoons With Mimi is a production of PJ Library.

Production: Executive Producer, Alli Thresher

Writer: Alli Thresher

Audio editing, mixing, mastering, and score: Peter Moore, Palace of Purpose Studios in Malden, MA

Opening Theme Song: Lyrics by Alli Thresher, composed and arranged by Hovav Paller

Cast:

Kiddo: Percy Blythe

Mimi: Deirdre Wade

Uncle Joel: Hovav Paller

Mr. Rami: Rich Wentworth

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?

Episode Credits:

Afternoons With Mimi is a production of PJ Library.

Production: Executive Producer, Alli Thresher

Writer: Alli Thresher

Audio editing, mixing, mastering, and score: Peter Moore, Palace of Purpose Studios in Malden, MA

Opening Theme Song: Lyrics by Alli Thresher, composed and arranged by Hovav Paller

Cast:

Kiddo: Percy Blythe

Mimi: Deirdre Wade

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. 

Episode Credits:

Afternoons With Mimi is a production of PJ Library.

Production: Executive Producer, Alli Thresher

Writer: Alli Thresher

Audio editing, mixing, mastering, and score: Peter Moore, Palace of Purpose Studios in Malden, MA

Opening Theme Song: Lyrics by Alli Thresher, composed and arranged by Hovav Paller

Cast:

Kiddo: Percy Blythe

Mimi: Deirdre Wade

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.

Episode Credits:

Afternoons With Mimi is a production of PJ Library.

Production: Executive Producer, Alli Thresher

Writer: Alli Thresher

Audio editing, mixing, mastering, and score: Peter Moore, Palace of Purpose Studios in Malden, MA

Opening Theme Song: Lyrics by Alli Thresher, composed and arranged by Hovav Paller

Cast:

Kiddo: Percy Blythe

Mimi: Deirdre Wade

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 conclusions about inclusivity and respect. If you'd like to find another version of the tale to read with your family, visit PJLibrary.org/books

Episode Credits:

Afternoons With Mimi is a production of PJ Library.

Production: Executive Producer, Alli Thresher

Writer: Alli Thresher

Audio editing, mixing, mastering, and score: Peter Moore, Palace of Purpose Studios in Malden, MA

Opening Theme Song: Lyrics by Alli Thresher, composed and arranged by Hovav Paller

Cast:

Kiddo: Percy Blythe

Mimi: Deirdre Wade

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 - and doing - tzedakah along the way.

Episode Credits:

Afternoons With Mimi is a production of PJ Library.

Production: Executive Producer, Alli Thresher

Writer: Alli Thresher

Audio editing, mixing, mastering, and score: Peter Moore, Palace of Purpose Studios in Malden, MA

Opening Theme Song: Lyrics by Alli Thresher, composed and arranged by Hovav Paller

Cast:

Kiddo: Percy Blythe

Mimi: Deirdre Wade