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Engage in a conversation with Judith as she presents her memoir:
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This book brings to life the correspondence between two young women—one in New York, one in Lyon—spanning nearly 70 years (1936–2002). One
of them was Judith’s mother. Preserved and annotated, these letters reveal a lifelong transatlantic friendship that shaped
generations. Discover how Judith came to know her mother as a teenager and young adult through these intimate letters.
Key Takeaway: Letters aren’t just history—they’re living lessons in connection, empathy, and the power of words.
Bonus: Insights on language acquisition and cultural context
Judith is Senior Executive Director at the International Institute for Learning (IIL), with over 33 years of experience. She authored The
Power of Acknowledgment
and Grateful Leadership, pioneering works in corporate training and leadership. Her latest memoir, Soulmates & Strangers,
honors her mother, Sylvia Handler Wagreich, and her mother’s French pen pal, Claudia Raymonde Bouillard Mariotti. Their extraordinary
friendship sparked Judith’s lifelong passion for French language and culture, which she continues to share through her books,
training, and global speaking engagements.
Participants are encouraged to pre-order the book
from Handler and Wagreich, Publishing with a purpose
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This event is part of the 11th Edition of
the international Festival of Francophone Authors in Philadelphia, April 12th & 13th
Date : Friday, April 10, 2026
Time : 5.00 - 6.00pm
Location : On ZOOM (Register on our website and we will send you a link 12-24 hour before the event to join the
meeting)
Language : English with some French vocabulary
Cost : Free
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