Children's Mitzvah Program: Dean Robbins, Thank You Dr. Salk!

CHILDREN’S MITZVAH PROGRAM: Dean Robbins

Thank You, Dr. Salk: The Scientist Who Beat Polio and Healed the World

During his St. Louis childhood, Dean Robbins fell in love with Mighty Mouse and Superman, dressing up in superhero costumes and vowing to save the world. When he finally realized he would never have X-ray vision, he found real-life Jewish heroes who could be his role models, including Jonas Salk, the scientist who conquered polio, and Ruth Bader Ginsburg, the Supreme Court justice who championed equal rights. In a funny, interactive, multimedia presentation for families, Dean introduces the extraordinary Jewish figures in his new picture books Thank You, Dr. Salk!: The Scientist Who Beat Polio and Healed the World; You Are a Star, Ruth Bader Ginsburg; and Mambo Mucho Mambo!: The Dance That Crossed Color Lines. He also reveals the secrets of how kids can become heroes themselves.

Performing Arts Center, upstairs

Free in partnership with the St. Louis County Library

Recommended for families with children ages 5-10

Proof of vaccine or a negative Covid test are required for all eligible attendees. Masks must be worn properly at all times.

 

Sponsored by Marie & Stuart Block,  S. Mirowitz, Real Estate Broker, Inc.