Meet the Browner/ Lamb family

PJ Library Family Spotlight

By Alicia Feldman, PJ Library Coordinator

Q: Tell us about the Browner/ Lamb family.

A: We are Marc and Maria Browner. We have three children, Alysia Lamb (19), Logan (16) and Juliana (8). Q: How long have you been in Naples? A: Maria moved here when she was very young, about 40 years ago, from the Dominican Republic. Marc met Maria 8 years ago and moved to Naples from the east coast of Florida for love. All three of the kids are Naples natives.

Q: What’s it like on the day PJ Library books arrive?

A: It’s fun and exciting to receive a monthly package in the mail. Juliana is always excited to see what the title of the new book is.

Marc and Maria Browner with their three children, Logan Lamb (16), Alysia Lamb (19) and Juliana (8).

Photo credit: www.HeidiDarwishPhotography.com

Q: How do you feelabout Juliana’s upcoming graduation from PJ Library to PJ Our Way?

A: It’s bittersweet. PJ Library has been a part of our family for so long. Happily, Juliana is ready for the next step, and we are so glad that there is a resource like PJ

Our Way to be a part of the approaching tween years.

Q: What do you think about the quality of PJ Library books?

A: “Maria is a teacher, and she really scrutinizes what the kids read,” says Marc. “The books have an excellent quality,” says Maria. “When Juliana was younger, I was so pleased to see that they are well made, thick and sturdy. They are easy to read, very educational and they are filled with sharp dialogue.”

Q: What do you like about PJ Library books?

A: The books help us to begin conversations about our family values. As we are a blended family, these books help us get inspired to learn more about the Jewish religion and how these values apply to the world around us.

Q: Are you involved in the Jewish community in Naples? If so, how?

A: Yes, Juliana went to preschool at Temple Shalom, and we are members there. We also support Jewish Federation of Greater Naples. We love to attendfamily holiday activities and PJ Library events.

Written by Lisa Rose; Illustrated by Angeles Ruiz

Q: What is the bedtime routine at your house?

A: Juliana reads before bedtime for 20 minutes every night. On school days, bedtime is 8:30 p.m. Her favorite PJ Library book is “A Zombie Vacation” by Lisa Rose.

If you or someone you know is interested in becoming a PJ Library Spotlight Family, please let us know! Email Alicia Feldman at programs@ jewishnaples.org.

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