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Hebrew Classes Start Two new beginner adult Hebrew read- ing classes will begin at Congregation B'nai Moshe Wednesday, Nov. 3, 7-8 p.m. and again 8-9 p.m., taught by Dr. Mark Roth. The classes are co-sponsored by the shul's Kolel Moshe Lifelong Learning Institute and the New York-based NJOP (National Jewish Outreach Program, as part of NJOP's annual fall campaign "Read Hebrew America." The classes will run on Wednesday nights through mid-February The NJOP classes are open to the community; there is no charge, but a weekly attendance commitment is expected. Curriculum materials for the classes are provided by the NJOP. For information or to register, call Nancy Kaplan, (248) 737-1931.