Comprehensive Yiddish Language Classes
Learn, refresh, and improve your speaking, reading, and writing language skills with experienced instructors in a fun and stimulating learning environment.
Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced Yiddish Language Levels
Sundays, 10:00 am–11:30 am EDT | Oct. 18 – Dec. 20, 2020
10 classes | Cost: $160
These classes are offered by the Committee for Yiddish, UJA Federation.
For more info and to pre-register: yiddish@ujafed.org | 416-635-2883 x5189
Special Interest Yiddish Classes at Miles Nadal JCC
Conversational Yiddish for Beginners
Thursdays, 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm EDT | Oct. 15 – Dec. 17, 2020
Learn to speak a little Yiddish while engaging with the rich world of Yiddish history and culture.
10 Classes | Cost: $250 plus HST
Canadian Yiddish Literature
Wednesdays, 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm EDT | Oct .14 – Dec. 16, 2020
In this intermediate-level course, we will read and discuss selections of poetry and short stories by Canadian Yiddish writers. Conducted largely in Yiddish, with some discussion in English.
Prerequisites: Students must be able to read alef-beys. Suggested 1-2 years of prior Yiddish study.
10 Classes | Cost: $250 plus HST
For full course details and to register: https://mnjcc.org/browse-by-interest/jewish-life/hebrew-yiddish/62-hebrew-yiddish.html
Theatre Workshop
Tuesdays, 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm EDT | Oct.13 – Dec.15, 2020
Theatrical workshop facilitated by award-winning performer, director, and playwright, David Gale. Students will work with original and transliterated Yiddish plays in a fun and engaging setting. No performance experience is required. All levels of Yiddish welcome!
10 Classes | Cost: $160
For more info and to pre-register: davidgale7@mac.com
Leyenkrayz (Yiddish Reading Circle)
Third Tuesday of each month, 7:30pm – 9:00pm EDT
Participants will read and discuss short stories in Yiddish, with text provided.
10 sessions annually | Cost: $30
For more info and to pre-register: yiddish@ujafed.org | 416-635-2883 x5189
