VILLAGE SOCIAL: Book Club Brunch Shalama

My 96 Seasons in China

Shalama tells the remarkable true story of a Russian Jewish girl born in China in 1928, whose life followed one of the great rescue journeys of the 20th century. From the thriving Harbin Jewish community to wartime Shanghai and eventually the United States, Shalama, later known as Shirley, rebuilt her life. This moving narrative, told by her daughter, brings to life a world in turmoil, a family’s escape, and the unexpected revelations that shaped Shirley’s final years. A powerful story
of survival, identity, and renewal. Free to attend in the Katz JCC Boardroom, 501 North Jerome Avenue, Margate. A $5 donation is appreciated. RSVP by February 12.