Jun 15, 2024 | Yiddishland Today
What was (or is) Yiddishland? By Jana Mazurkiewicz Meisarosh Volunteering with YAAANA and Yiddishland California has shown me that, while academics passionately debate the details of Yiddish and produce outstanding books and dictionaries, most Jewish Americans remain...
Jun 15, 2024 | Yiddishland Today
Yiddish, Ladino (Judeo-Spanish), and Claudia Sheinbaum By Jana Mazurkiewicz Meisarosh Recently, we received the news about Mexico’s new president being elected, Claudia Sheinbaum. With this Yiddish-sounding name, many are wondering about her family background. Let us...
Jun 2, 2024 | Yiddishland Today
Blogs Solomon Epstein: A Yiddish Voice in American Opera Some composers write music. Solomon Epstein lived it. He didn’t just sit at the piano thinking of melodies—he carried them in his bones. His songs came not from…. READ MORE Steve...
May 9, 2024 | Yiddishland Today
What is Yiddishland CA? Dear Friends of YAAANA and Yiddishland California, Thank you to everyone who supported our highlight event, “The City Without Jews,” last week! Your presence and assistance at the event made it truly special. ...
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