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Next meeting: To be announced
Tibetan Reading Class
Trace Foundation’s Latse Library is pleased to announce the return of the Tibetan Reading Class. The class focuses on the literature of different historical periods, from Dunhuang / Tibetan Imperial Period to modern-day writings. The classes will be taught by Library Director Pema Bhum and will involve not only critical readings of texts, but also the historical context of different literary genres and background information of the work and author.
Requirements: Strong reading skills in Tibetan; good oral Tibetan skills (class will be conducted in Tibetan).
The class meets once a month. Next meeting: September 12, 2009. Please consult Latse Events Calendar for meeting details.
To register, please send an email with your contact information (name, telephone number, email) to info@latse.org. or call 212-367-8490.
This class is free and open to all for registration.
Alternating Saturdays
Children's Program
The Children's Program at Trace Foundation's Latse Library is a bi-weekly class where children learn basic Tibetan language skills through games, songs, stories, and activities. The program is for ages 3-6, and all children are welcome. The class is conducted in Tibetan and provides children with immersion in the language in a fun and encouraging learning environment.
The suggested donation of $5/student per class goes directly to the teaching staff. No registration is required.