Learn something new at the Skirball! Our enrichment classes feature expert instructors and a friendly and welcoming environment to flex your creativity, explore history and culture, ask questions, and gain insights into Skirball collections and exhibitions.
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Skirball Book Groups: Illuminated Jewish American Stories
February–June 2025
These lively discussion groups are quick to sell out for a reason! This semester offers a journey through a collection of texts that explore the evolving facets of Jewish American life, identity, and family.
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Wellness at the Skirball: Brain, Body, Soul
Thursdays, May 1–29, 11:00 am–12:30 pm
The Jewish commandment of sh'mirat haguf is to “guard yourself and your soul.” With this mitzvah as our guide, this course will include both light movement and exercise, and a discussion on a broad range of wellness topics, including brain health, nutrition, movement, and daily rhythm (how to have a productive and meaningful day).
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Comics, Cultures, and Communities
Sundays, May 4–June 15, 1:00–2:30 pm
Examine important—and often overlooked or misunderstood—communities of the Jewish world through non-fiction and historical fiction graphic novels.
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Creative Writing at the Skirball: Poetry and Short Stories
Tuesdays, May 6–June 24, 12:00–2:30 pm
Whether you're a novice or experienced creative writer, this opportunity to explore short stories and poetry includes the beginning, development, and revision of at least one short story and two poems. We will work with published stories and poems to better understand elements of craft in these genres.
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Skirball Movie Group: Comic Books on Film
Tuesdays, May 6–June 17, 7:30–9:00 pm (ONLINE)
Examine the cultural impact of comic books and how their visions transformed modern storytelling in surprising ways. Each session features curated films that illuminate different aspects of comic book artistry and narrative.
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Bam! Crack! Dot! An Introduction to Mah Jongg
Wednesdays, May 14–June 4, 11:00 am–1:30 pm
Learn to play this enjoyable, social, and thought-provoking game! This course introduces the beginner to the basic rules and simple strategies.
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Creative Writing at the Skirball: DVF
Saturday, May 31, 12:00–3:00 pm
Diane von Furstenburg spins stories out of clothes. In this special creative writing workshop, let DVF’s stories inspire your own.
