Jewish Studies
Hebrew Education
Community Discussions
Brochure
To register for classes, download the Adult Education brochure or call the BJE Office at 317.255.3124.
Jewish Studies
Hebrew Calligraphy
Just like it is a mitzvah to make Jewish ritual objectsmore beautiful, making the Hebrew language morebeautiful is equally rewarding. Students will learn howto write Hebrew calligraphy and will create a piece ofart based on a verse from Tanakh. Bring beauty tothe written word as we explore our lashon kodesh,holy tongue, and learn to write Hebrew calligraphy.
Instructor: Shirah Eliashiv
Time: 6:30–8:00 p.m.
Dates: Tuesday, March 6, 13, 20, 27
Cost: $50 + $20 materials fee
Knitting Prayer Shawls
For beginners and advanced beginners. Beginnerswill knit a rectangular shawl with a simple stitchpattern and advanced beginners can choose fromvariety of techniques, such as lace patterns ortriangular construction. Tzitzit can be added to makea “kosher” tallit. This program is co-sponsored by JCCIndianapolis.
Instructor: Nicole Strobush
Time: 7:00–8:30 p.m.
Dates: Wednesday, February 15, 22, 29
Cost: $57 / $38 JCC Members
Supply Note: Please bring yarn that is worsted orheavier and needles that are appropriate for your yarnweight (32” circulars recommended). Supplies can bepurchased on the first day of class for $20 payableto the instructor. Please indicate that you intendto purchase supplies from the instructor when you register at www.jccindy.org.
Hebrew Education
Beginning Hebrew
The Aleph Bet of Hebrew in just six weeks! Learn phonetic Hebrew reading and a basic vocabulary.
Instructor: Rina Harel
Time: 7:00–8:30 p.m., Wednesday
Dates: Quarter 3: Jan. 4, 11, 18, 25, Feb. 1, 8
Quarter 4: Feb. 15, 22, 29, Mar. 7, 14, 21
Spring Minimester: Apr. 18, 25, May 2, 9
Cost: $50 per quarter
$36 for the Spring Minimester
$15 book fee for new students
Intermediate Hebrew
Improve your reading and writing skills, expand your vocabulary, and develop coversational skills. You will master functional Hebrew vocabulary useful for conversation in daily life.
Instructor: Yossi Cohen
Time: 7:00–8:30 p.m., Tuesday
Dates: Quarter 3: Jan. 4, 11, 18, 25, Feb. 1, 8
Quarter 4: Feb. 15, 22, 29, Mar. 7, 14, 21
Spring Minimester: Apr. 18, 25, May 2, 9
Cost: $50 per quarter
$36 for Spring Minimester
T’fillah Hebrew
Ideal for parents who have children getting ready for B’nai Mitzvah. Prepare for full participation in Shabbat morning workship anywhere in the world by studying prayers from the siddur. Also study the basics of trope, the melodies used for chanting Torah and Haftarah.
Instructor: Dina David-Smith
Time: 9:30–11:00 a.m., Sunday
Dates: Quarter 3: Jan. 8, 22, 29, Feb. 12, 26, Mar. 11
Cost: $50 per quarter
$20 book fee for new students
Community Discussions
Explore Israel Book Club
Every month, we will read novels by Israeli authors and discuss. All novels will be read in English. Call the BJE Office to find out what book we are reading.
Facilitator: Rina Harel
Time: 12:00–1:30 p.m., Wednesday
Dates: Jan. 4– A Pigeon and a Boy by Meir Shalev
Feb. 1– Apples from the Desert bySavyon Liebrecht
Mar. 7–A Book That Was Lost: 35 Stories byS.Y. Agnon
May 2–TBD
Cost: Free
Hebrew Table
Have you studied Hebrew for many years but do not have the opportunity to practice? Come to the Hebrew Table and participate in Hebrew conversation. Bring your lunch and be read for sicha b’ivrit.
Instructor: Rina Harel
Time: 1:00–2:00 p.m.
Dates: Every Tuesday
Cost: Free
