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Yiddish courses in Rishon Lezion open on November 4, 2024

New courses of the Yiddish language and literature will start on Monday, November 4, 2024 in cooperation with the Rishon Lezion municipality.

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The certified researcher of Yiddish culture, holder of an M.A. degree from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, a doctoral student at Bar-Ilan University Diana Shapiro will teach two groups every Monday evening. Beginners will meet at 5:00 p.m., whereas advanced learners start at 6:00.

For details and registration, phone 03-9562595 or 052-9508260

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    Is it important for you that the Yiddish language and its culture be preserved and developed?

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    Then contact Yehudit Solel at 03-6006325