Curious George at The J!

Monkey Around with Curious George A JKids and Families Event at the Detroit Jewish Book Fair in partnership with The Berman Center for the Performing Arts

Sunday, November 9 | 3:00–5:30 PM The Berman Center for the Performing Arts – The J $18 per family | General Admission Seating  Get ready for a delightful afternoon of storytelling, creativity, and fun at this special family event celebrating Curious George, the beloved little monkey with a big sense of adventure!

Start your visit with hands-on craft activities and snacks, then settle into the theater for a one-of-a-kind experience with a real monkey beginning at 3:15 PM. Afterward, enjoy a screening of the animated Curious George movie on the big screen. When the credits roll, capture a memorable photo with the Man in the Yellow Hat and browse a pop-up shop with Curious George books available for purchase.

Did you know?Curious George was created by Jewish authors Margret and H.A. Rey, who fled Europe during World War II with the original manuscript tucked in a bicycle basket—a remarkable story of resilience and creativity behind this beloved character. This is the perfect experience for children, parents, grandparents, and all caregivers to enjoy together. Bring your whole crew and celebrate books, family, and curiosity with us!

Reserve your spot today. Space is limited and this event is sure to sell out!

About the movie: Animated monkeyshines about the impish chimp, who leaves his natural habitat and journeys to the big city to help his human pal save a museum. Adapted from the kid-lit classics. Rating: G Runtime: 86 minutes Cast: Will Ferrell, Drew Barrymore, David Cross, Eugene Levy, Joan Plowright

Thank you to our sponsor Goldfish Swim School West Bloomfield for making this event possible.

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