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Enrichment Courses

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History, Cooking, Psychology, and Art – there is something for everyone here! Join us for diverse classes taught by expert teachers.

שיעורי העשרה

היסטוריה,  בישול,  פסיכולוגיה,  אומנות – מגוון רחב של קורסים בנושאים מגוונים המועברים על ידי מורים מומחים מרחבי ארה”ב וישראל.

New and ongoing courses

Medabrim with OFEK- Israeli Food, Adults Level 2-3 (Intermediate)

Join us once a month for a session where we will discuss a variety of...
Hebrew Apr 4, 2024

Past Courses

Medabrim with OFEK– CAFE DILEMA- Adults Level 4-7 (Advanced)

Join us once a month for a session where we will discuss a variety of...
Hebrew Mar 19, 2024

Sha’at Chevrah at OFEK for Children – Escape Room for Purim

Join OFEK to celebrate PURIM with an interactive ESCAPE ROOM. Sha’at Chevrah (social hour) is...
Hebrew/English Mar 21, 2024
Hebrew Mar 5, 2024

JCC Harrison – Edot, MeDor LeDor

The “MeDor LeDor” course presents a comprehensive exploration of Jewish heritage, spanning generations and continents....
Hebrew 5 sessions

Sha’at Chevrah at OFEK for Children – Yom Ha Mishpacha – Family Day

Sha’at Chevra at OFEK- Social Event for Kids  This Month: Celebrate Family Day- Yom H’mishpaha ...
Hebrew/English Feb 12, 2024

Medabrim with OFEK- My Smart Phone, Adults Level 2-3 ( Intermediate)

Want to learn Israeli slang? Talk about current affairs? To talk about Israeli poetry? Learn...
Hebrew Feb 13, 2024

Medabrim with OFEK- Public sculptures in Israel, Adults Level 4-7 (Advanced)

Want to learn Israeli slang? Talk about current affairs? To talk about Israeli poetry? Learn...
Hebrew Feb 7, 2024

Medabrim with OFEK- Israeli Music, Adults Level 2-3 ( Intermediate)

Want to learn Israeli slang? Talk about current affairs? To talk about Israeli poetry? Learn...
Hebrew Jan 24, 2024

Sha’at Chevrah at OFEK for Children – Tu Bi’Shvat – A Birthday Party For The Trees

Join OFEK to celebrate Tu Bi’Shvat – a cool birthday party for the trees with...
Hebrew 1 Hour Jan 11, 2024

רגע של הולדת: נתן אלתרמן – גיבור תרבות

During the course we will read and write following one of the most wonderful and...
Hebrew 5 sessions Multiple Dates

Integrating Art into the Curriculum

This 3-session professional development course is curated especially for teachers/educators who are curious and love...
English 3 Sessions

Israel Through Arts and Culture

Professional course for educators for use in the classrooms: Educators will acquire tools of how-to...
English 3 Sessions

שיעור מולדת: גורי, עמיחי, זלדה, ישורון וסומק

It seems that there is no country as complex as Israel. Society, politics, religion, economy,...
Hebrew 5 sessions Jan 23, 2024

Antisemitism for Educators

Antisemitism for Educators: a three-part series in which educators will learn to define, recognize, and...
English 3 Sessions

The History of the State of Israel for Educators

Ahead of Israel’s Independance Day, we invite you to join us for this 3 sessions...
English 3 Sessions

ארץ אהבתי: רחל, גולדברג, פן, משעול, מסג

The landscapes of Israel are at the heart of Hebrew poetry. The Galilee mountains, the...
Hebrew 5 sessions Mar 19, 2024

Israel 75 – A Window into Israel: Culture – Places – Innovation

Learn – Engage – Connect – Join us to celebrate this milestone moment – Israel’s...
English 3 sessions

הורות לילדים עם קשיי קשב וריכוז

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) affects every aspect of one’s life. Many resources and articles...
Hebrew 5 sessions Jan 24, 2023

מתבגרים וטכנולוגיה

We invite you to join us for a 5 sessions Adolescents and Technology Seminar. Technology...
Hebrew 5 Sessions Jan 11, 2023

Mothers And Daughters Celebrating Mitzvah

The “Bat Mitzvah” is an exciting step for a girl in her journey growing up....
Hebrew/English 10 Sessions

טיקטוק מי שם? שומרים על הילדים ברשת

Dear Parents, We are all worried that our child may get hurt online. In this...
Hebrew 5 Sessions

בין געגועי הלילה: שירתו החושנית של דוד פוגל

During the course “Among the Longings of the Night” we will read and write inspired...
Hebrew 5 sessions Aug 29, 2022

גיל ההתבגרות – ה(נורא) נפלא

A Parenting class and support group. Each week, we will explore different aspects of parenting...
Hebrew 5 sessions

Stories Behind Musicians

Love music? Interested in the lives/stories behind notable musicians? Curious to know their connection to...
English 5 Sessions

Israel Through Arts & Culture

Today’s Israel is a vibrant kaleidoscope of sights, sounds, tastes, ideas, people, and cultures. Often,...
English 3 Sessions Oct 27, 2022

Tishrei ‘Holidays

In this course we will explore the Jewish holidays through the Hebrew calendar and learn...
English 5 Sessions Sep 21, 2022

מין, מיניות ומגדר בגיל ההתבגרות

Are you a parents to teens or tweens? Please join us to this important course!...
Hebrew 5 sessions Nov 10, 2022

מדברים הורות – מילוי וחידוש ארגז הכלים ההורי

“Talking (about) Parenthood” for parents for children ages 0-9 years. In an intimate group, we...
Hebrew 5 sessions Nov 14, 2022

Cooking class- A taste of Israel

Love cooking? Let’s do it together and make delicious Israeli food. Israeli cuisine is known...
Hebrew/English 5 Session

B’nai/B’not Mitzvah Service Project

In this B’nai/B’not Mitzvah course, students will be learning about the meaning behind the B’nai/B’not...
English 10 Sessions Oct 26, 2022

צללים וכישוף: שירתם העל-זמנית של אבות ישורון וחדוה הרכבי

There seems to be no stronger Israeli poet than Avot Yeshurun. His poetry managed to...
Hebrew 5 sessions Nov 14, 2022

לכל איש יש שם: זלדה וארז ביטון

During the course “Each of Us Has a Name”, we will read and write inspired...
Hebrew 5 sessions Jan 9, 2023

מביאליק עד רביקוביץ: שירה פוליטית בעברית

What attracts Hebrew poets to write political poetry? To what extent did Bialik’s poem ‘In...
Hebrew 5 sessions May 1, 2023

B’nai/B’not Mitzvah

B’nai/B’not Mitzvah Program – A modern approach to an ancient tradition. In our sessions together,...
English 10 Sessions Jan 26, 2023

Antisemitism for Educators

Antisemitism for Educators: a three-part series in which educators will learn to define, recognize, and...
English 3 Sessions Jan 30, 2023

היה או לא היה: שירת הרומנטיקן הנצחי אלכסנדר פן והעיר הזוהרת תל אביב

During the course “Was It ever?”, we will read and write in the footsteps of...
Hebrew 5 sessions

Practical English

Why do we use the preposition ‘at’ to describe a location, but not always? Why...
English 9 Sessions

Israel History – from a Dream to a State

During this course, we will learn about the history of the Jewish people and the...
English 5 Sessions

Adventures with Coding, Artificial Intelligence and Israeli Innovation 5th-8th Grade

Israeli Innovation, Artificial Intelligence and Programming Adventures for Kids is a 10-week online and interactive...
Hebrew/English 10 Sessions

Adventures in Cybersecurity and Israeli Innovation Middle School and High School

The objective of this course is to provide students a high-level understanding of the foundations...
Hebrew/English 10 Sessions

אשליות ושיפור תמונות בפוטושופ – קורס נוער

Have you ever thought about being a pirate standing on top of a ship with...
Hebrew

Israeli Fashion 3rd-6th Grade

In this course, the students will explore various sources of inspiration and learn about different...
English

פיתוח אפליקציות – קורס מבוגרים

If you ever wondered “why is there no app that does this?!” then this is...
Hebrew 5 Sessions

Israel Innovation for Adults

Israel is a major hub for science, technology, medicine, and inventions. Six Israeli inventions were...
English 5 Sessions Multiple Dates

Israel Innovation 3rd-6th Grade

Israel is a major hub for science, technology, medicine, and inventions. Six Israeli inventions were...
English 5 Sessions

צ’י קונג – חיבור לאנרגיה היהודית

A basic course in the art of Chi Kong, during which we will get to...
Hebrew 5 Sessions

Krav Maga Self Defense 3rd-8th Grade

Krav Maga is the simplest and most effective method of self-defense and provides an individual...
Hebrew/English 10 sessions

Yom HaShoah Remembrance Event – Virtual Tour in Holocaust Museum

Join the community to commemorate Yom HaShoah, On April 26th, 2022, at 5PM PST/8PM EST...
English 1 Session Apr 26, 2022

Jewish Heroes

In this course we will zoom in to famous and not famous Jewish heroes and...
English 5 Sessions

21st Century Pioneers – The Urban Kibbutz in Israel

In this class we will get an exclusive glimpse into the lives and motivation that...
English 5 Sessions

Jerusalem of Gold: Songs and Tales from Jerusalem

Discover the beautiful Israeli songs of the holy city Jerusalem. Elad Kabilio will take you...
English 5 Sessions

The voices

Let’s sing together!!! Ofek is happy to invite you to be part of OFEK’s voice...
Hebrew 5 Sessions

The Blue Pine Cone – Shaping and understanding the effects of Tech on kids

The psychology of technology is a nickname for a particularly fascinating field of research. The...
Hebrew 5 Sessions

The Voices of Israel – The Story of 5 of the Greatest Singers in Israel’s History

In this five-part class we will tribute Israel’s most talented, successful and beloved singers. Starting...
English 5 Sessions

Eurovision Celebration – Tribute to 47 Years of Israeli Songs

Join us for a celebration of 47 exciting years of Israel in Eurovision Song Competition...
English 5 Sessions

מה עושות האיילות: קסם שירת הילדים בעברית

The beauty of children’s poetry in Hebrew is unforgettable. It accompanies us for the rest...
Hebrew 4 sessions

You Are Part of the Story

This course introduces educators to the rich content and international programs offered by ANU –...
English 3 Sessions

Israel’s History :
From a Dream to a Reality

In the history course we will talk about Israel since the days of its establishment....
English 5 Sessions

Integrating Art into the Curriculum

The arts become the approach to teaching and the vehicle for learning. In this 3...
English 3 Sessions Mar 2, 2023

B’nai/B’not Mitzvah – A Family Journey

We invite parents/guardians and their Ben/Bat Mitzvah to join us to this 5 sessions course...
English 5 Sessions

הרטיטי את ליבי: חנוך לוין

What makes Hanoch Levin’s work so powerful? To what extent did he shape and change...
Hebrew 5 sessions Mar 6, 2023

תת ההכרה נפתחת כמו מניפה: שירת יונה וולך ודוד אבידן

What made Yona Wallach’s poetry so powerful? To what extent did David Avidan shape and...
Hebrew 5 sessions

Virtual Tours Around Israel for Adults

In this course we will travel throughout Israel online. In each session, we will get...
English 5 Sessions

Brothers and Strangers? The Ambivalent Relationship Between American Jews and Israel

This course looks at the relationship between Israelis and American Jews through historical perspectives. Alongside...
Hebrew 5 Sessions

עריכת וידאו ויצירת סרטונים – קורס נוער

This is your chance to improve your videos or to create a cool video from...
Hebrew 5 Sessions

Capture the Moment: Jewish Lens Photography Workshop 5th-8th Grade

This workshop is for you in the next stage in search of your Jewish-Israeli identity....
English 5 Sessions

טעימות של אושר- פסיכולוגיה חיובית על קצה המזלג

Positive psychology is the scientific study of human well-being. It has been defined as the...
Hebrew 5 Sessions

Jewish Heroism for Adults

Our class will learn about Jewish heroes who gave their lives to the State of...
English 5 sessions Multiple Dates

גלריה – ביקורי סטודיו עם אמנים ישראלים

Join us for a fascinating “behind the scenes” look at the art world. In this...
Hebrew 5 Sessions

Israeli Contemporary Popular Music

Israel has a rich and vibrant music scene. It represents Israel’s diverse culture and in...
English 5 sessions

בישול ישראלי לחטיבת הביניים ולתיכון

Join us for a magical, enjoyable, and delicious Israeli cooking experience. During each lesson, we...
Hebrew 5 Sessions

אהבת המטבח – בישול ואפייה בסגנון ישראלי

Let’s bring out the chef in us. This baking and cooking workshop will shed light...
Hebrew 5 Session

My Israel Through Art 3rd-6th Grade

Join us for a hands-on art course inspired by Israel! We will work with a...
English 5 Sessions
Hebrew 5 sessions

גיל ההתבגרות – ה(נורא) נפלא

A Parenting class and support group. Each week, we will explore different aspects of parenting...
Hebrew 5 sessions

זוגיות מאושרת – סדנא לחיזוק הקשר הזוגי

Everyone wants a respectful empowering relationship, but often don’t know how to achieve it. What...
Hebrew 5 Sessions

אפייה לחטיבת הביניים ולתיכון

The course is for the teens who love to be in the kitchen and would...
Hebrew 5 Session

TLV Graffiti – Between the Colors – Art and Culture

TLV Graffiti: Color, Technique, Art, and Social Statements. In this course we will: look at...
English 5 Sessions

מועדון ספרותי ישראלי – בעקבות יוצרים ישראליים עכשוויים

A book club with a special twist. No need to read a 400-page novel. Grab...
Hebrew 5 sessions

B’not Mitzvah – New York- Hybrid Course

B’not Mitzvah – A hybrid course for the community of New York and the surrounding...
English 12 Sessions

מועדון ספרותי ישראלי – על אוכל ונהנתנות בספרות הישראלית

A book club with a special twist. No need to read a 400-page novel. Grab...
Hebrew 5 sessions

“Almost Friday” Kim’at Shishi

Join us and get ready for Shabbat with art, stories, songs and of course, cooking...
English 5 Sessions

גלריה – ביקורי סטודיו עם אמנים ישראלים

Join us for a fascinating “behind the scenes” look at the art world. In this...
Hebrew 5 Sessions

אל מלא רחמים: שירת יהודה עמיחי ואגי משעול

During the course “God Full of Mercy”, we will read and write following two especially...
Hebrew 5 sessions

Virtual Tour of “Holocaust Museum LA” for Adults

Holocaust Museum LA is the first Holocaust Museum in the United States founded by survivors...
English 5 Sessions

גיל ההתבגרות ה(נורא) נפלא

Parenting class and support group. Each week we will explore different aspects on parenting and...
Hebrew 5 sessions

B’nai/B’not Mitzvah

B’nai/B’not Mitzvah Program – A modern approach to an ancient tradition. In our sessions together,...
English 10 Sessions

הדרכת הורים למתבגרים – יחסים ללא צעקות וכעסים

If you find yourself arguing, angry, helpless, and frustrated with your adolescent child, and want...
Hebrew 5 Sessions

Her-story TLV: In the Footsteps of Revolutionary Women

In this course, we will encounter the stories of groundbreaking women from Tel Aviv who...
Hebrew 5 Session

A Trip Through Israel 3rd-6th Grade

“Take your backpack and a walking stick” – and join us on a trip through...
English 5 Sessions

Pioneer women: Jewish and Israeli 5th-8th Grade

Join us for a series of five sessions to celebrate Women’s History Month. We will...
English 5 Sessions

Israel’s History – Small Country Long History 5th-8th Grade

How did the State of Israel come to exist? When did the idea of a...
English 5 Sessions

You’ve Got It!

You’ve Got It! An empowerment course for teenage girls. Ofek invites teenage girls to a...
Hebrew/English 5 Sessions

My Israel Through Art 3rd-6th Grade

Join us for a hands-on art course inspired by Israel! We will work with a...
English 5 Sessions

For the love of kitchen – Israeli Cooking and Baking for Adults

Let’s bring the Chef in us. A baking and cooking workshop will pour light on...
English 5 Session

Baking for Middle School and High School

This course is for teens who love being in the kitchen and who want to...
English 5 Session

B’nai Mitzvah – Fathers and Sons

The “Bar Mitzvah” is an exciting step for a young Jew in his journey growing...
English 5 Sessions

Israeli Spirit 3rd-6th Grade

Let’s experience Israel together! In our sessions, we’ll get to know the Hebrew calendar, learn...
English 5 Sessions

Holocaust through “Violins of Hope” 8th-12th Grade

Experience the history of the Holocaust through the language of music. Learn how the treatment...
English 5 Sessions

“Love in a Postcard”; the Holocaust survival story of Rita Berwald (Rimalower-Nettler) a Kindertransport child 4th-6th Grade

Ahead of Holocaust International Remembrance Day, that will be observed in January, we invite you...
English 5 Sessions

מועדון ספרותי ישראלי – שאלת ההשתייכות והבית בספרות הישראלית

A book club with a special twist. No need to read a 400-page novel. Grab...
Hebrew 5 sessions

Holocaust through “Violins of Hope” Adults

Join us and together with Anat Sadan and Susanne M Reyto, Author and Chairman of...
English 5 Sessions

Voices from the Holocaust II: Advanced Holocaust Studies

This class will focus on a more in-depth study of the history of the Holocaust,...
English 5 Sessions

כלים לזוגיות אוהבת והצלחה כלכלית

What is the connection between love and wealth? Strong and loving relationship impact one’s ability...
Hebrew 5 Sessions

פיתוח אפליקציות – קורס נוער

If you ever wanted to create a game or any other functional app, this the...
Hebrew 5 Sessions

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