L100B-SJ Instructors: Zach Peri Starting: 03/27/2012 Location: JCCSF

In this introductory course, students with little or no prior knowledge of Hebrew establish a basic foundation. Study the Hebrew alphabet, fundamental grammar and basic vocabulary. Learn to speak, understand and read in only 10 ...

L400B-SJ Instructors: Zach Peri Starting: 03/29/2012 Location: JCCSF

Created for students with high-level speaking and writing skills, this course offers an in-depth Hebrew reading and discussion forum on topics ranging from current events to Israeli culture. All courses are taught Israeli Ulpan style, ...

L450B-SJ Instructors: Zach Peri Starting: 03/29/2012 Location: JCCSF

Created for students with high-level speaking and writing skills, this course offers an in-depth Hebrew reading and discussion forum on topics ranging from current events to Israeli culture. All courses are taught Israeli Ulpan style, ...

L150B-SJ Instructors: Zach Peri Starting: 03/27/2012 Location: JCCSF

Advance from the basics to the next level with a program full of conversation, letter recognition, reading proficiency and basic grammar. Build your vocabulary and learn more of the basic skills for living, including numbers ...

L200B-SJ Instructors: Zach Peri Starting: 03/27/2012 Location: JCCSF

Advance from the basics to the next level with a program full of conversation, letter recognition, reading proficiency and basic grammar. Build your vocabulary and learn more of the basic skills for living, including numbers ...

L100C-CBE Instructors: Valfer Starting: 03/14/2012 Location: Congregation Beth El

This class is for individuals beginning to understand the Hebrew alphabet, grammar and vocabulary. The third part of a year-long Beginning Hebrew sequence, this class is open to new students provided they consult with the ...

T300-OL Instructors: Wolf-Prusan Starting: 03/29/2012 Location: Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at CSU East Bay

In the late 17th century, Sabbatai Sevi claimed to be savior of Israel. Thousands believed him? Why? What does this story tell us about how we cope with catastrophe? Please register at www.scholarolli.com.

L250B-SJ Instructors: Zach Peri Starting: 03/28/2012 Location: JCCSF

Designed to build on previous knowledge, students improve their ability to read with understanding, increase vocabulary and practice everyday conversations. All courses are taught Israeli Ulpan style, with Hebrew being the language of instruction.

L300B-SJ Instructors: Zach Peri Starting: 03/28/2012 Location: JCCSF

Designed to build on previous knowledge, students improve their ability to read with understanding, increase vocabulary and practice everyday conversations. All courses are taught Israeli Ulpan style, with Hebrew being the language of instruction.

L200C-CBE Instructors: Valfer Starting: 03/14/2012 Location: Congregation Beth El

This class is for individuals who can read and write, but have little knowledge of Hebrew vocabulary and grammar. Learn to create simple sentences, verbally and in writing. The third part of a year-long Intermediate ...

I100C-OMJ Instructors: Adar Starting: 03/20/2012 Location: Osher Marin JCC

The Exodus from Egypt is the Jewish 'master story' through which we can look deeply into many aspects of Jewish living. In this part of the series, we will use the Passover story and celebration ...

I100B-SJ Instructors: Baugh Starting: 03/28/2012 Location: JCCSF

Designed for Jews who seek a deeper connection with their heritage and for non-Jews wanting a greater understanding of Judaism, this course offers an opportunity to study texts, try Jewish practices, socialize and gain insights ...

A200-OFJ Instructors: Milgram Starting: 03/06/2012 Location: Oshman Family JCC

A.B. Yehoshua, Amos Oz, David Grossman and Meir Shalev: these literary giants have shaped the character of modern Israeli literature in the Post-Holocaust era. In doing so, they have also shared with the world their ...

A350-TS Instructors: Kepler Starting: 03/28/2012 Location: Temple Sinai

Children experience life quite differently than adults. We will address what it is like to grow up Jewish if you don’t look Jewish. What comments and behaviors impact a multiracial child’s sense of their Jewishness? ...

P150-TS Instructors: Steingroot Starting: 03/14/2012 Location: Temple Sinai

Christianity has been described as Jewish wine in a pagan vessel. Likewise, the classical monotheistic grapes of Jewish history and law were grafted on to hardy mythic and magical rootstock, the agricultural year as a ...

P150-KS Instructors: Kepler Starting: 03/22/2012 Location: Congregation Kol Shofar

Not everyone who holds a seder grew up with Passover traditions. Dawn will share tasty Passover recipes, shortcuts, and tips for engaging children (and spouses) of all ages in the holiday. To register, please call ...

H350-CBE Instructors: Grist Starting: 03/06/2012 Location: Congregation Beth El

In January 2011, the self-immolation death of a Tunisian fruit-stand owner lit the flames of revolt throughout the Arab world. In a region where absolute rule from the top has been the norm for millennia, ...

H350-SJ Instructors: Grist Starting: 03/12/2012 Location: JCCSF

In January 2011, the self-immolation death of a Tunisian fruit-stand owner lit the flames of revolt throughout the Arab world. In a region where absolute rule from the top has been the norm for millennia, ...

H350-BA Instructors: Grist Starting: 03/15/2012 Location: Congregation Beth Am

In January 2011, the self-immolation death of a Tunisian fruit-stand owner lit the flames of revolt throughout the Arab world. In a region where absolute rule from the top has been the norm for millennia, ...

H350-ST Instructors: Grist Starting: 03/14/2012 Location: Congregation Shomrei Torah

Thanks to recent discoveries in archaeology and ancient text research, we know far more about Israel's monarchs than we did just 10 years ago. Our course will integrate biblical scripture, excavation finds, and Near Eastern ...

T300-KS Instructors: Wolf-Prusan Starting: 03/14/2012 Location: Congregation Kol Shofar

The Talmud presents the well-known “Four Sons,” but what about us grown-ups? Life is more complex and living more challenging than the simple, wise, speechless, and the bad seed. Since the Talmudic period, every generation ...

P200-ECH Instructors: Kepler Starting: 03/08/2012 Location: Congregation Etz Chayim

Join other women, Jewish or not, to examine interfaith marriage in relation to culture and gender. What are the unique expectations and responses that a woman encounters as she creates a home and builds a ...