New Intermediates
ZoomUsing the textbook In Eynem, vol 2, students will increase their comfort with Yiddish grammar and with fluency speaking, reading and writing. Level: Students who have previously...
Continuing Intermediates – Motl Peyse dem Khazns
ZoomStudents in this section will continue reading an abridged and annotated version of Motl Peyse dem Khazns by Sholem Aleichem, starting with chapter 4. By reading...
Immigrant Justice Reading Group
ZoomThe suggested first book is about Immigration and the Consequences of U.S. Imperialism: Harvest of Empire: A History of Latinos in America by Juan González. A sweeping...
Level 1 – Beginner
ZoomLearn elementary grammar, conversation skills and how to read Yiddish. Students who don't yet know the Hebrew alphabet will be asked to join the class a...
Advanced – Theater
ZoomIn this class, students will read pieces of Yiddish theater aloud together. The teacher will speak in Yiddish, providing dramaturgy and historical context, and students will...
Screening of “BOYCOTT”
ZoomThirty-Four states have passed laws criminalizing BDS (Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions), a non-violent attempt to pressure Israel into ending the occupation. BWC's principles stand against the criminalization of...
Yiddish Vinkl
ZoomSomerville 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...
Yiddish Reading Group
ZoomJoin 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....
Circle Book Group
ZoomThis 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...
IDF Veterans and the True Cost of Occupation
Temple Israel, 477 Longwood Ave, Boston, MA 02215, USACo-Sponsored with New Israel Fund, Temple Israel Boston, and Dorshei Tzedek.As the occupation enters its 56th year, most Israelis are walled off from the reality of...
Continuing Intermediates – Yehoyash’s Yiddish Translation of the Tanakh
ZoomJoin us for an early evening weekly reading group studying Yehoyash's Yiddish translation of the Tanakh, in the book of Breyshis (Genesis). Brush up on your...
History of Yiddish Music
ZoomNever heard of Naftule Brandwein? No problem. Welcome to your turntable intervention.Join Seattle renegade klezmer Miles (Mai Li Pittard) for your five-class guided tour through the...