At Yiddishland CA, Yiddish and Ladino come together!

Dearest Friends of YAAANA and Yiddishland California,

We are excited to introduce three unique courses that will take you on a journey through languages and cultures. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to improve your skills, we have something for everyone! See them below👇:

🎯 Course 1: Ladino Language and Poetry

Are you passionate about Jewish languages and cultures? Join us and enjoy the rich Sephardic tradition through the Ladino language! This course will guide you through Ladino vocabulary and grammar while exploring the captivating world of Ladino poetry. You’ll even learn how to read Hebrew Rashi script.

🗓️ Dates: Tuesdays, October 29th – December 3rd
⏰ Time: 10-11 a.m. PT (12-1 p.m. CT, 1-2 p.m. ET, 6-7 p.m. in the UK, 7-8 p.m. in Central Europe, 8-9 p.m. in Israel)
📍 Location: Online via Zoom

🎯 Course 2: Yiddish for Absolute Beginners – From Alef-Beys to Basic Conversation

This 5-session course is ideal for students with no prior knowledge of Yiddish. You’ll start with learning the Alef-Beys (Yiddish alphabet) and basic pronunciation. By the end, you’ll be able to read the letters, introduce yourself, and understand basic vocabulary for everyday situations. Each session ends with a Yiddish song, offering a delightful introduction to Yiddish culture.

🎯 Course 3: Intermediate-Advanced Conversational Yiddish

For students looking to improve their conversational skills, this course focuses on dialogues and discussions to help you gain fluency. You’ll expand your vocabulary, refine pronunciation, and build confidence using Yiddish in diverse situations. Interactive activities like role-plays and debates will make learning fun, and you’ll also explore Yiddish songs to deepen your understanding of Ashkenazi culture.

Stay in touch with us and we hope to see you at our Fall events and classes.

Jana and the teams of YAAANA and Yiddishland California,

858-220-2992