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Yiddish for Life

Yiddishland California 1128 Wall St., La Jolla, CA, United States

In each class, we will learn how to read and pronounce Yiddish, listen and understand the various dialects it is spoken, and learn Yiddish’s rich and extensive vocabulary and grammar for reading, writing, and practical use. We will use the textbook “In Eynem”, a landmark interactive new textbook from the Yiddish Book Center, the education […]

$25

First Friday La Jolla Art Walk

Yiddishland California 1128 Wall St., La Jolla, CA, United States

La Jolla has long been known for its iconic and cutting-edge galleries and is proud to relaunch its First Friday Art Walks just in time for the holidays.  Save the date as over 16 galleries open their doors for extended evening hours to art lovers.  Whether you are a serious collector. enjoy being part of […]

Libe un Erotik

Yiddishland California 1128 Wall St., La Jolla, CA, United States

Learn Yiddish love vocabulary after the First Friday La Jolla artwalk! Hear Eros entice Yidn in Yiddish… See Sappho seduce shikses… Watch Cupid coax meydlekh in the mame loyshn… When: Friday, February 4, 7 p.m. Where: Yiddishland CA How much: $15 Chocolates and wine included! No knowledge of Yiddish required! Led by Jana Mazurkiewicz Meisarosh Jana Mazurkiewicz Meisarosh is a PhD candidate in the Slavic Department at the University of Michigan, […]

$15

Valentine’s Day Concert at Yiddishland

Join us for a romantic evening with Jewish love songs in Yiddish, Ladino, and Hebrew, performed by Carla Berg and her band. Light snacks and drinks will be provided. The event will be broadcasted on Zoom. Cost: in-person: $40 for general admission or $36 for early bird (if registering before February 6) (snacks and drinks […]

$40

Sklamberg Lurje Judelman Trio: Yiddish Songs of Resilience

This new program offers a rare intimate setting to hear two of the most sought after voices in the contemporary Yiddish scene –  world-renowned Klezmatics’ front-man Lorin Sklamberg and Latvian chanteuse Sasha Lurje – presenting songs that speak to finding power in challenging moments. The Jewish people have centuries of experience dealing with difficult times, and song has […]

$30

A Celebration of Avrom Sutzkever’s Yiddish Poetry

Join us for a special event celebrating the Yiddish poetry of Avrom Sutzkever in conjunction with the San Diego International Jewish Film Festival. Meet Dr. Miriam Trinh, a meyven of Avrom Sutzkever’s poetry and Yiddish poetry in general, in conversation with Christa Whitney, Emily Felder, Hadas Kalderon, and Jana Mazurkiewicz Meisaroish. The discussion will explore Avrom […]

Polish for Beginners

Yiddishland California 1128 Wall St., La Jolla, CA, United States

Maka Catori will be teaching a 6-session conversational course of Polish for beginners. The course will allow you to start communicating with openness and ease. The classes will be in person, each session will be 60 min long. Born in Poland, Maka has published two books and authored several articles. She holds two M.A. degrees, […]

$25

Hebrew For Beginners

Yiddishland California 1128 Wall St., La Jolla, CA, United States

Born and raised in Israel, Tzipi Tivon has a M.A. in Education and Leadership. Working as an upper elementary teacher she earned an award of excellence from the Minister of Education. Since moving to Southern California she has worked several Jewish schools teaching, developing curriculum, and mentoring Hebrew teachers. Price: $25 for each class or […]

$25

Yiddish in Transliteration

Yiddishland California 1128 Wall St., La Jolla, CA, United States

Would you like to learn Yiddish but not sure if you want to learn the alphabet? Then this course is for you! This 6-session in-person course focuses on learning basic conversational Yiddish from scratch. Cost:  Early bird (sales end on March 1): $25 per session, $120 for a 6-session course, regular prices: $30 per session, […]

$25

Purim Simkhe at Yiddishland

Yiddishland California 1128 Wall St., La Jolla, CA, United States

Enjoy a Purim simkhe at Yiddishland with fantastic guests including stars of our local Yiddish music scene, Yale Strom and Elizabeth Schwartz from Hot Pstromi. The evening will include Purim Yiddish poetry and klezmer music. English translation will be provided as so will be nosh and mashke! When: Wednesday, March 16, 7 p.m. Where: Yiddishland CA Cost:  Early […]

$15