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| 0 events, | 0 events, | 1 event, Burlington Clergy are working together to offer an interfaith book group to build community and reflect on ways to respond to crisis with moral and faith-full clarity. The Book: Nonviolence: The History of a Dangerous Idea by Mark Kurlansky When: Tuesdays at 5:30PM Feb. 24 - Beginning, Part I First Congregational BTV - 38 S.... Read More | 0 events, | 0 events, | 0 events, | 1 event, Join with R' Ariel in a weekly class and discussion on Jewish belief-- topics will include G-d, revelation, the covenant, interfaith relations, social justice, and living a life of Torah. We welcome all to join and delve into these topics (and more), all sources in English and no background needed! |
2 events, Are you interested in plays? Come together in person from 2-4:00 on a Sunday afternoon to read and discuss a Jewish play. Each play is from a different period in Jewish history. Drop in to as many sessions as you can. Never read a script before – we’ll help you! Elie Weisel: The Trial of... Read More  Israeli folkdance is a joyous folk art form that is easy to start and difficult to stop. It draws from many cultures and expresses itself in dances that range in complexity and speed. See this article for more information. Join hosts Adele, Lani and Mitch and a friendly friendly group of people that gathers periodically... Read More | 0 events, | 1 event,Burlington Clergy are working together to offer an interfaith book group to build community and reflect on ways to respond to crisis with moral and faith-full clarity. The Book: Nonviolence: The History of a Dangerous Idea by Mark Kurlansky When: Tuesdays at 5:30PM Feb. 24 - Beginning, Part I First Congregational BTV - 38 S.... Read More | 0 events, | 1 event, -  The OZ Monthly Book Club meets monthly and welcomes adult readers. Book selections are determined by the group, with topics that are related to Jewish themes and concepts. Join these casual discussions about the book. Nonviolence: The History of a Dangerous Idea by Mark Kurlansky In this timely, highly original, and controversial narrative, New York... Read More | 0 events, | 1 event,Join with R' Ariel in a weekly class and discussion on Jewish belief-- topics will include G-d, revelation, the covenant, interfaith relations, social justice, and living a life of Torah. We welcome all to join and delve into these topics (and more), all sources in English and no background needed! |
2 events, Do you feel heard? We welcome all Jewish identified adults to explore our feelings and reactions to the tensions in Israel/ Palestine today. We will use Jewish values, and Jewish and Palestinian writings as a basis for holding courageous conversations together. Coffee and goodies included. These 5 conversations will build on each other. Come to... Read More Israeli folkdance is a joyous folk art form that is easy to start and difficult to stop. It draws from many cultures and expresses itself in dances that range in complexity and speed. See this article for more information. Join hosts Adele, Lani and Mitch and a friendly friendly group of people that gathers periodically... Read More | 0 events, | 2 events,Burlington Clergy are working together to offer an interfaith book group to build community and reflect on ways to respond to crisis with moral and faith-full clarity. The Book: Nonviolence: The History of a Dangerous Idea by Mark Kurlansky When: Tuesdays at 5:30PM Feb. 24 - Beginning, Part I First Congregational BTV - 38 S.... Read More -  Welcome into the artistic world of Siona Benjamin. Siona will share her richly illustrated, 2026 Haggadah, commissioned by Central Synagogue, NY. with some of her other work. Come learn about her unique perspective as an Indian-American-Jewish artist. She creates art that represents her transcultural and multicultural narrative, which has been shown in galleries, museums &... Read More | 3 events, This one hour conversation continues monthly on Zoom. We are a gathering of elders. We share and reflect on what is most important to us about aging, grandparenting, parenting and whatever stands out at the time. We are comforted by each other’s listening. If you would like to join, please fill out this form. 1:30-2:30,... Read More -  In honor of Women’s History Month, please join Rabbi Ariel and Cantor Silverberg for a thoughtful exploration of how inclusive language has shaped our siddur (prayer book) and liturgy. Together, we’ll examine how feminist insights have influenced the words of our prayers—and how those changes shape our understanding of G-d and our tradition. All are... Read More Those interested in joining or learning more about Adult Education should contact Nancy at [email protected] | 1 event, What is Climate Change, how does it affect our health and life, and what we can do about it. Join climate change experts - and OZ members- Fred Kosnitsky and Susan Kaplan to learn and discuss this critical issue. Drop in these 5 monthly sessions on Thursday evenings. Attend as many as you can! Via... Read More | 0 events, | 1 event,Join with R' Ariel in a weekly class and discussion on Jewish belief-- topics will include G-d, revelation, the covenant, interfaith relations, social justice, and living a life of Torah. We welcome all to join and delve into these topics (and more), all sources in English and no background needed! |
1 event, As parents, we spend so much of our lives nurturing and protecting our children. In Jewish tradition, there is a parallel, sacred duty of protection and care that takes place at the very end of life. This presentation, by OZ Board President Lynda Siegel, offers a gentle and informative introduction to the Chevra Kadisha (Sacred... Read More | 1 event, VJP readings are designed to deepen our connections as a community. Each poet will read for 15 minutes, followed by a brief period of audience comments. A list of the readers and bios is below. Zoom link is here Accessibility Services for our readings include: Automated closed captioning available Verbal Description of self and surroundings... Read More | 3 events, -  Holocaust distortion in Poland involves reshaping or minimizing facts about the Holocaust, often emphasizing Polish victimhood while obscuring instances of local collaboration, participation, or indifference. It appears in political rhetoric, memory laws, public commemorations, and attacks on critical scholarship. YIVO’s Poland vs. Holocaust History series examines these dynamics and situates the Polish case within a... Read More  Please join us for a facilitated discussion on this important book. All are welcome, regardless of belief and experience with the topic. We'll reflect on Jewish identity, grief, and moral complexity after years of war in Gaza, using curiosity rather than debate. We hope you attend both sessions so we can dive deep. (A copy... Read More Burlington Clergy are working together to offer an interfaith book group to build community and reflect on ways to respond to crisis with moral and faith-full clarity. The Book: Nonviolence: The History of a Dangerous Idea by Mark Kurlansky When: Tuesdays at 5:30PM Feb. 24 - Beginning, Part I First Congregational BTV - 38 S.... Read More | 0 events, | 1 event,// An Illustrated Talk by Author and Translator Janet Biehl Graduation day at the women's academy in Raqqa, a place where ISIS once sold women it captured as sex slaves. Janet Biehl in back row center wearing scarf. During the war against the Islamic State (from 2014), the U.S.-led coalition coordinated with Kurdish-led ground forces... Read More | 0 events, | 0 events, |
2 events,How do we talk to our kids and grandkids about antisemitism in ways that are honest, age-appropriate, and empowering? Join us for an important and supportive conversation designed to help... Read More Israeli folkdance is a joyous folk art form that is easy to start and difficult to stop. It draws from many cultures and expresses itself in dances that range in complexity and speed. See this article for more information. Join hosts Adele, Lani and Mitch and a friendly friendly group of people that gathers periodically... Read More | 0 events, | 1 event,Please join us for a facilitated discussion on this important book. All are welcome, regardless of belief and experience with the topic. We'll reflect on Jewish identity, grief, and moral complexity after years of war in Gaza, using curiosity rather than debate. We hope you attend both sessions so we can dive deep. (A copy... Read More | 0 events, | 0 events, | 0 events, | 0 events, |