Hebrew Classes For Spring 2012
Our hebrew program is tailored to the beginner as well as to the advanced reader.
We currently offer the following classes:Hebrew Reading Courses
Prayerbook Courses
Modern Hebrew Classes
Registration required. For more information, please feel free to contact us.
Hebrew Reading Courses 
Basic Reading-Level I
Dates: Mondays, March 5 - May 21
Time: 9:15 - 10:15 a.m.
Cost:$50/member, $60/nonmember
Text: Reishit Bina (included)
No Prerequisite
This is our signature entry-level class that teaches students to decode in Hebrew, and introduces them to a basic vocabulary of around 100 words, many of which are familiar from services. Flash cards, recordings of classes and "Cheat Sheets" are added to help with retention.
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Basic Reading- Level II (Kabbalat Shabbat Class)
Dates: Wednesdays, April 25 - June 13
Time: 9:15 -10:15 a.m.
Cost:$50/member, $60/nonmember
Text: included
Prerequisite: Ability to read Hebrew
This class will take the beginning reader a step up in their comprehension of prayer book Hebrew. We will examine and practice reading 8 popular prayers that are usually sung during services. Recordings of the lessons and other visual aids are used to help with retention. Click here to register.
Prayerbook Hebrew Courses
Prayerbook Beginners Class
Dates: Tuesdays, April 24 - June 12
Time: 11:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m.
Cost:$50/member, $60/nonmember
Text: Prayerbook Hebrew the Easy Way ($25)
Prerequisite: Ability to read Hebrew
In this class, students practice their reading through the exploration of basic grammar concepts in Hebrew. Emphasis is on comprehension to create readers independent of English translations. Click here to register.
Hebrew Literature
Dates: Tuesdays, April 24 - June 12
Time: 9:15 - 10:15 a.m.
Cost: $50/member, $60/nonmember
Text: Hebrew & Heritage Language: ($15.00)
Prerequisite: Ability to read Hebrew and reading comprehension
Learn basic grammar in Hebrew with an emphasis on comprehension independent of English translations. Click here to register.
Beginners Ulpan
Dates: Wednesdays, April 25 - June 13
Time: noon - 1:00 p.m. (bring your lunch!)
Cost: $50/member, $60/nonmember
Text: Hebrew in 30 Lessons ($25)
Prerequisite: Ability to read Hebrew
In this class, students are introduced to handwriting, reading without vowels, and vocabulary of modern day situations. Lessons are read aloud and practiced orally by all students for retention and comprehension. This is a fun and easy way to acclimate yourself with Modern Hebrew expressions and short sentences. Recordings of lessons and extra oral and written exercises are helpful in retention and in acquiring the proper pronunciation of words.
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Intermediate Ulpan
Dates: Wednesday, Feb 29 -May 16
Time: 10:30 - 11:45 a.m.
Cost: $50/member, $60/nonmember
Text: Hebrew in 30 Lessons ($25)
Prerequisite: Ability to read Hebrew without vowels
Join our on-going class for reading without vowels and learning modern vocabulary. Recordings of lessons are provided for retention and developing proper pronunciation.
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Advanced Ulpan
Dates: Mondays,March 5- May 21
Time: 10:30 - 11:45 a.m.
Cost: $50/member, $60/nonmember
Text: Hebrew in 30 Lessons ($25)
Prerequisite: Ability to read Hebrew without vowels and reading comprehension
In this advanced class, we pick up the pace to create an immersion style class. Reading, writing and speaking are the key elements of this fun and exciting class. Recordings of lessons are helpful in retention and with reading fluency. Click here to register.
