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Wondering what Boston Workers Circle is all about and whether it’s the right fit for you? We invite you to attend one of our many educational, cultural, or social justice events to learn more. Click on the name of the event for more details!
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Shule: Responding to the crisis in Israel and Palestine as parents
Shule: Responding to the crisis in Israel and Palestine as parents
A parent processing space to examine the impact of the crisis in Israel/Palestine and the things we need to get in touch with our deepest values...
2 events,
Continuing Intermediate
Continuing Intermediate
In this class, we'll read Kadya Molodowsky's 1942 novel Fun Lublin Biz Nyu York. It's written as a diary of a young woman who immigrates to...
Yiddish Culture & The Jewish Labor Movement: 1880s-1960s
Yiddish Culture & The Jewish Labor Movement: 1880s-1960s
In this course we will explore the history of Jewish labor activism in the United States and its relationship to Yiddish culture. We will engage questions...
0 events,
4 events,
IPC Study Group
IPC Study Group
The IPC Study Group is a subcommittee of the Israel/Palestine Committee (IPC) which meets on Zoom the first Wednesday of every month at 6pm to discuss...
Advanced Beginner
Advanced Beginner
Do you know about der, di, dos, and dem, but shudder when you hear the words "dative" and "accusative"? Do you know how to exchange pleasantries...
Beginner, In-Person
Beginner, In-Person
Let's learn Yiddish — lomir zikh lernen yidish! Learn elementary grammar, how to read Yiddish and conversation skills. Students who don't yet know the Hebrew alphabet...
2 events,
Interfaith Mass Action: Ceasefire Now
Interfaith Mass Action: Ceasefire Now
As people of conscience of every faith and background, we hold every life as sacred. As clergy, faith leaders, and people of faith, we call on...
Di Nest: Yiddish Arts Incubator
Di Nest: Yiddish Arts Incubator
Di Nest is an incubator for Yiddish-language creative projects! Join us on the first Thursday of the month to share and workshop community members’ artistic works...
1 event,
Yiddish Reading Group
Yiddish Reading Group
Join our Yiddish Reading Group! We meet weekly (mostly) to read fiction in Yiddish. Group members select the readings which are usually short stories or novellas....
1 event,
Community Havdalah
Community Havdalah
These last three weeks have been full of so many complex emotions for our community. Come be in community as we close the week with a...
4 events,
Circle Book Group
Circle Book Group
This is an open group that welcomes all readers interested in expanding their understanding of the wide variety of Jewish experiences throughout history and across the...
Shule Parent Coversation: Radical Parenting During Challenging Times
Shule Parent Coversation: Radical Parenting During Challenging Times
Rebecca Hornstein-Zimmerman and Dan Gelbtuch will facilitate a conversation for parents to explore what it means to bring our full selves to our role as parents. We...
2 events,
Continuing Intermediate
Continuing Intermediate
In this class, we'll read Kadya Molodowsky's 1942 novel Fun Lublin Biz Nyu York. It's written as a diary of a young woman who immigrates to...
Yiddish Culture & The Jewish Labor Movement: 1880s-1960s
Yiddish Culture & The Jewish Labor Movement: 1880s-1960s
In this course we will explore the history of Jewish labor activism in the United States and its relationship to Yiddish culture. We will engage questions...
2 events,
Early Intermediate
Early Intermediate
This class will use Colloquial Yiddish, starting with chapter 11, and will incorporate exercises, songs, and additional short readings to further our study of grammar, conversation,...
Beginner, Virtual
Beginner, Virtual
Let's learn Yiddish — lomir zikh lernen yidish! This course introduces students to the fundamentals of Yiddish conversation, reading, and grammar through highly-interactive games, songs, activities,...
5 events,
Office Hours with Rebecca & Rachel
Office Hours with Rebecca & Rachel
Stop by to talk to BWC Executive Director Rebecca Zimmerman Hornstein and BWC Board President Rachel Hess.
Advanced Beginner
Advanced Beginner
Do you know about der, di, dos, and dem, but shudder when you hear the words "dative" and "accusative"? Do you know how to exchange pleasantries...
Intergenerational Dialogue: Looking at Class across Generations
Intergenerational Dialogue: Looking at Class across Generations
As we remain in a time of economic uncertainty, economic stability looks very different than it did even just a decade ago. Join us for an...
1 event,
Yiddish Vinkl
Yiddish Vinkl
Somerville Vinkl will be held virtually until it's safe to meet in person again. This is an opportunity for you to sharpen your Yiddish skills in...
1 event,
Yiddish Reading Group
Yiddish Reading Group
Join our Yiddish Reading Group! We meet weekly (mostly) to read fiction in Yiddish. Group members select the readings which are usually short stories or novellas....
0 events,
2 events,
Continuing Intermediate
Continuing Intermediate
In this class, we'll read Kadya Molodowsky's 1942 novel Fun Lublin Biz Nyu York. It's written as a diary of a young woman who immigrates to...
Yiddish Culture & The Jewish Labor Movement: 1880s-1960s
Yiddish Culture & The Jewish Labor Movement: 1880s-1960s
In this course we will explore the history of Jewish labor activism in the United States and its relationship to Yiddish culture. We will engage questions...
2 events,
Early Intermediate
Early Intermediate
This class will use Colloquial Yiddish, starting with chapter 11, and will incorporate exercises, songs, and additional short readings to further our study of grammar, conversation,...
Beginner, Virtual
Beginner, Virtual
Let's learn Yiddish — lomir zikh lernen yidish! This course introduces students to the fundamentals of Yiddish conversation, reading, and grammar through highly-interactive games, songs, activities,...
4 events,
Advanced Beginner
Advanced Beginner
Do you know about der, di, dos, and dem, but shudder when you hear the words "dative" and "accusative"? Do you know how to exchange pleasantries...
Israel-Palestine Committee Meeting: Free Speech Under Threat
Israel-Palestine Committee Meeting: Free Speech Under Threat
The program will focus on the attack on free speech that is currently underway and directed at Students for Justice in Palestine (SJP) as well as...
Beginner, In-Person
Beginner, In-Person
Let's learn Yiddish — lomir zikh lernen yidish! Learn elementary grammar, how to read Yiddish and conversation skills. Students who don't yet know the Hebrew alphabet...
1 event,
Yiddish Sing
Yiddish Sing
Drop in for this free informal monthly gathering to sing Yiddish songs! All are welcome, regardless of singing ability or knowledge of Yiddish.Virtual Yiddish Sing -...
1 event,
Yiddish Reading Group
Yiddish Reading Group
Join our Yiddish Reading Group! We meet weekly (mostly) to read fiction in Yiddish. Group members select the readings which are usually short stories or novellas....
1 event,
Walking Tour: Roadmap to a Beloved Community
Walking Tour: Roadmap to a Beloved Community
We're excited for you to join us Saturday, November 18th, 2023 at 11am for the first event of A Roadmap to a Beloved Community: Interwoven Histories...
2 events,
2 events,
Continuing Intermediate
Continuing Intermediate
In this class, we'll read Kadya Molodowsky's 1942 novel Fun Lublin Biz Nyu York. It's written as a diary of a young woman who immigrates to...
Anti-Racism Study Group
Anti-Racism Study Group
The BWC Anti-racism Study Group meets for 90 minutes every month and currently has a schedule of the third Monday of each month at 7:15The focus...
2 events,
Early Intermediate
Early Intermediate
This class will use Colloquial Yiddish, starting with chapter 11, and will incorporate exercises, songs, and additional short readings to further our study of grammar, conversation,...
Beginner, Virtual
Beginner, Virtual
Let's learn Yiddish — lomir zikh lernen yidish! This course introduces students to the fundamentals of Yiddish conversation, reading, and grammar through highly-interactive games, songs, activities,...
0 events,
0 events,
1 event,
Yiddish Reading Group
Yiddish Reading Group
Join our Yiddish Reading Group! We meet weekly (mostly) to read fiction in Yiddish. Group members select the readings which are usually short stories or novellas....
0 events,
0 events,
2 events,
Continuing Intermediate
Continuing Intermediate
In this class, we'll read Kadya Molodowsky's 1942 novel Fun Lublin Biz Nyu York. It's written as a diary of a young woman who immigrates to...
BWC Schmooze at Aeronaut
BWC Schmooze at Aeronaut
Boston Workers Circle is welcoming new members and our new deputy director Ali Rice! Join us on November 27 from 5:30-7:00 at Aeronaut as we schmooze,...
3 events,
Aging Outside the Box
Aging Outside the Box
A monthly discussion/support group for folks 60 and over who don't have children and/or grandchildrenPlease email AIC@circleboston.org to be put in touch with the Aging Outside...
Early Intermediate
Early Intermediate
This class will use Colloquial Yiddish, starting with chapter 11, and will incorporate exercises, songs, and additional short readings to further our study of grammar, conversation,...
Beginner, Virtual
Beginner, Virtual
Let's learn Yiddish — lomir zikh lernen yidish! This course introduces students to the fundamentals of Yiddish conversation, reading, and grammar through highly-interactive games, songs, activities,...
5 events,
Advanced Beginner
Advanced Beginner
Do you know about der, di, dos, and dem, but shudder when you hear the words "dative" and "accusative"? Do you know how to exchange pleasantries...
Yiddish Class – Advanced Beginner
Yiddish Class – Advanced Beginner
I'm looking forward to having you in Yiddish class! Class will be on Wednesdays from 7 to 8:30 Eastern Standard TimeTextbook: Colloquial Yiddish by Lily KahnZoom...
Jewish-Muslim Solidarity Committee Meeting
Jewish-Muslim Solidarity Committee Meeting
Join BWC's Jewish-Muslim Solidarity committee as we renew our configuration and gather to determine next steps in strengthening our ties with our Muslim partners.Register Here
1 event,
Gragger Planning Kickoff Meeting
Gragger Planning Kickoff Meeting
Calling all artists, actors, party planners, organizers, and Purim fans: Gragger planning is in full swing! Sign ups to join the 5784/2024 Gragger Planning Team are...
2 events,
Yiddish Reading Group
Yiddish Reading Group
Join our Yiddish Reading Group! We meet weekly (mostly) to read fiction in Yiddish. Group members select the readings which are usually short stories or novellas....
Shabes Singing: Peace, Salaam, Shalom
Shabes Singing: Peace, Salaam, Shalom
Join us to celebrate Shabes sharing songs of peace to lift our hearts. For this in person event we will gather for a potluck dinner at...
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